Title: The Retreat at Big Sandy Lake Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=119293765&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Retreat at Big Sandy Lake Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun ## Photo gallery for The Retreat at Big Sandy Lake ![Interior - The Retreat at Big Sandy Lake (McGregor)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119300000/119293800/119293765/06024c46.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - The Retreat at Big Sandy Lake (McGregor)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119300000/119293800/119293765/5ee864b2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - The Retreat at Big Sandy Lake (McGregor)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119300000/119293800/119293765/203571a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Retreat at Big Sandy Lake (McGregor)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119300000/119293800/119293765/8b470100.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Retreat at Big Sandy Lake (McGregor)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119300000/119293800/119293765/1d0d9769.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies The Retreat at Big Sandy Lake provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms5 bathrooms3400 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Beach view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Retreat at Big Sandy Lake Escape to your own private slice of paradise on Big Sandy Lake. This stunning home sits completely alone on a unique peninsula, surrounded by water on three sides and nestled on five pristine acres of forest and shoreline — with no neighbors in sight. Step into a beautifully designed home that offers comfort, privacy, luxury, and nature in one unforgettable setting. Come relax on the lawn and enjoy the lakefront views, this is the kind of peace you can't find anywhere else. Please Note: A friendly, discreet groundskeeper lives on-site in a separate back area of the property to help maintain the grounds and ensure everything runs smoothly. He will not interfere with your stay. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the bay - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking nearby - Hunting nearby - Sailing nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 3,400 square feet ## Similar properties ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103980000/103973000/103972949/9e6b05d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pine Peaks Lodge & Suites Crosslake - Pool - Hot tub - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 9.0 Wonderful 316 reviews £79 includes taxes & fees 18 Feb - 19 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-18&endDate=2026-02-19&selected=103972949&PinnedHotelID=103972949&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Water park](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1330000/1328100/1328029/03a39899.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham Brainerd - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Free airport shuttle - Pet-friendly 8.0 Very good 1,006 reviews £89 includes taxes & fees 1 Mar - 2 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=1328029&PinnedHotelID=1328029&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113800000/113797700/113797677/bb127ce4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Big Sandy Lodge and Resort McGregor - On private beach - Pool - Hot tub - Parking included 9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-03&endDate=2026-03-04&selected=113797677&PinnedHotelID=113797677&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115830000/115823200/115823179/2f555b82.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Point - On Gull Lake Brainerd - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-03&endDate=2026-03-04&selected=115823179&PinnedHotelID=115823179&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11290000/11286200/11286114/d469016f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lost Lake Lodge Nisswa - On private beach - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 9.4 Exceptional 200 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-03&endDate=2026-03-04&selected=11286114&PinnedHotelID=11286114&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Apartment (3 Bedrooms) | Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102470000/102460300/102460256/1c608f58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Nisswa Townhome w/ Boat Slip + Gull Lake Access! 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Located in McGregor, this holiday home is on the beach. While the natural beauty of Mississippi River and Savanna Portage State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Minnesota National Golf Course. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and hiking. [Visit our McGregor travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/McGregor.dx183453) [View more Holiday homes in McGregor](https://www.expedia.co.uk/McGregor-Private-Holiday-Homes.d183453-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C46.78283%2C-93.28258&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=CBCI668LJDOSbYEcExvZmta1xXc=) McGregor, MN ### What's nearby - ![Small island with pine trees fog a loon and sunburst at dawn on a northern Minnesota lake during summer](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/920055033346007040/d3c79292-fe57-4e78-b8a8-b67b1ec75340.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Loon Lake 23 min drive \- 11.0 miles - Big Sandy Lake 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Savanna Portage State Park 14 min drive \- 6.5 miles - Minnesota National Golf Course 24 min drive \- 13.6 miles - Island Lake 25 min drive \- 10.8 miles ### Restaurants - Last Chance Pub N Grub 11 min drive - Zorbaz 17 min drive - Big Sandy Lodge & Resort 16 min drive - The Roasting House 16 min drive - The Sandy Beaver 21 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Retreat at Big Sandy Lake pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at The Retreat at Big Sandy Lake? ### What time is check-out at The Retreat at Big Sandy Lake? ### Where is The Retreat at Big Sandy Lake located? ## Have a question? 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