I stayed at Pine Peaks Lodge and Suites while I was in town for a business trip and had a really…read moregood stay. The room was clean, the bed and pillows were comfortable, and I appreciated having a mini fridge and microwave in the room. The only issue I had was that the lock on the room door didn't work, and there wasn't a secondary lock on the inside. Other than that, everything was great, and I'd definitely stay here again.

This was our third stay at Pine Peaks Lodge within the past year. When we stayed in 2025, we had a…read moregreat experience. Unfortunately, during our 2026 visit, we noticed a significant decline. Compared to other lodging options in the area, this property is now falling behind in several ways. Some areas that could be improved include: * The walls are very thin, so noise from neighboring rooms carries easily. * There is no longer a complimentary breakfast, which was disappointing. * The toilet seat slams shut and could use soft-close bumpers. * The bathroom door swing makes the space feel cramped. * The room could use another trash or recycling bin. * The lighting is very dim, making the room feel dark. * The bedding feels outdated and wasn't very comfortable for the summer. * The microwave's turntable didn't rotate. * We found a fly between the sheets, which was concerning. * The TV remote only worked when standing directly in front of the TV, making it difficult to use. * The pool is small and very shallow. The property also has an on-site restaurant, but we found the prices to be considerably higher than other nearby dining options. There is only one picnic table available for guests, and it's located between the designated smoking area and the dumpster, making it an unpleasant place to enjoy a meal or relax outside. We noticed other reviews mention concerns about management, but our goal isn't to criticize--it's to provide honest, constructive feedback. We've stayed here multiple times because we know what this property is capable of. We hope management views these suggestions as opportunities to improve the guest experience, because with better maintenance, updated amenities, and more attention to guest comfort, Pine Peaks Lodge could once again be a top choice in the area.

We stayed at Kavanaughs for 4 nights this summer for our first time! We stayed in the 3 bed, 2 bath…read moreunits called the Woods. We were right off a playground and a beach, so perfectly located for a family with young kids! The resort is family owned and much smaller than the surrounding resorts. I found this to be a good thing - it's quieter and low key! The house was fine - definitely an older building but it was functional - it had a full kitchen stocked with basics and an a/c unit. The rooms are smaller but we were easily able to fit a pack n' play in the biggest room. They do offer a mini crib for free as well. We took advantage of the fire pits one day to roast s'mores (they have several fire pits around), went swimming in both the indoor and outdoor pools & hot tub, and spent time in the lake. The property is located within 10-20min of many restaurants, activities for kids and adults (ie golf), and towns. Def recommend checking out Nisswa's downtown - it's super cute!! We plan to return next year!

We really enjoyed our stay at Kavanaugh's for a multitude of reasons! As a quick lakeside getaway…read morefrom the Twin Cities, a stay at Kavanaugh's is hard to beat! Here's why: The rooms/cabins: Our cabin was amazing. We stayed in a "cottage," which is a two-story, three bedroom cabin. There was a ton of space, including three full bathrooms, a huge kitchen and living room, a washer/dryer, and plenty of storage space. Everything was in in great condition, clean, and the kitchen was well-appointed. Our parking space was close by, and we were about 20 yards from the beach. The resort: TONS of stuff to do. There's a multitude of boating options, from free paddle boats to rental kayaks and fishing boats. The lake is warm enough to swim (and there's a small swimming beach - wish it was a bit bigger). Contrary to what some people said, we had no problem catching fish in the lake. There were toys down by the lake which our daughter LOVED playing with. The indoor and outdoor pool were both great, and the grounds were overall nice to walk around. Although we didn't use them, there's a really nice paved bike trail and bicycles for rent. The staff: super friendly and accomodating, they went the extra mile to make sure we had a great time. Rates: high in the height of summer (of course), but in late summer when we went (right after labour day), very reasonable. Location: just two hours from the Twin Cities, and super close to Target, Costco, and other stores...the perfect blend of nature and civilization. All in all, a great place to stay on a lake in Northern(ish) Minnesota!

My husband and I stayed here for the weekend so we could spend time on the Cuyuna trails. Our…read moreexperience surpassed our expectations. Every minute detail was thought of by these owners. Even though the shower and toilet stalls were further away and we had a little hill to climb with our bikes, we didn't mind. I made my first French press coffee which was provided and I loved it. The lighting, the ambiance, the amenities were next level. My friends all commented that it looked like we're staying in a fairy garden and that was exactly how it felt. Beds were very comfortable. Ample plug ins for electrical devices which is pretty rare. The one and only thing I would say that is even close to negative is that the front door was difficult to lock which was a minor annoyance that we eventually figured out. All in all I HIGHLY recommend this resort. My husband has already suggested we book another weekend in a month or two? Do they have a frequent visitor discount?? Lol...we will definitely be back. Thank you for sharing your lovely slice of heaven with us

Upon arriving to Cuyuna Cove, within a matter of minutes we were asked to leave. When we booked…read moreour reservations ~ 8 months in advance, you were able to select the number of adults and number of children. What we didn't realize was that children, in fact, were not allowed to stay. After abruptly being made aware of this quite important little detail, the owner referred me to their "FAQ" section under the heading, "Is Cuyuna Cove right for me?" She actually expects guests to sift through over 20 FAQs just to find a buried notation that children are "not suitable." You can imagine how devastated we all were, especially our two young children. What's worse is that she, at first, wouldn't offer any refund and even suggested we book another local rental. We've already lost $1,000 and now you have the audacity to recommend forking up another several hundred dollars so we can enjoy a weekend we've planned for months?? We ended up having to turn around and drive the 3 hours back home. No hiking, no biking, no restaurants. For a locally owned business, we are appalled at the utter lack of compassion and understanding.

Just an observation: "Greatest Service" ever from a boat rental company, charter service, or any…read moredock or launch lakeside services. More than expectations; Larry trained us, entertained and serenaded us (well it felt like that-lol). Busy Season priceless services. Beyond your anticipated service request and/ or requirements. An idea you may practice that will be useful. "Be Minnesota Nice". Larry does the deal professionally for sure! "Larry's The Man" to quote other customers! Enjoy... 5 Star

The house was on the golf course, all brand new, and very spacious for our group. It had all the…read morenecessities we needed and they made sure to let us know they were available if we needed anything. Great location to all local golf and restaurants. Would definitely stay again.

This is a convenient location for activities in the Nisswa Minnesota area. We were in town for a…read morewedding and this was a great location for getting to all the events we needed to photograph. The value for the cost per night is not as good as it could be. Rooms are small, beds in ours felt like a hide-a-bed with the single mattress and metal frame. Bathroom was functional but really small. Our window air conditioner did not work the first night and there was no one available to assist us until the next day. They did get it fixed but the first night was hot and humid. I would probably seek different accommodations if we were in the area again.

We rented 2 cabins for the first week of August, 2019 and really enjoyed ourselves. We found them…read moreto be very clean and comfortable. The kids had a ball fishing and playing. We were surprised at how quiet it was even though there were a lot of people in the area. I loved waking up to the sounds of the loons every morning and having my coffee on the porch while watching the geese land on the lake. My family is from Minnesota, but now we are scattered. We were happy to have this time together and not only enjoy each other's company, but have a nice comfortable place to eat, play and relax.

My family has been going to Auger's Pine View Resort for going on 3 years now. The cabins are…read morealways clean, the kitchen is nicely stocked and the swim beach and lawns are well kept. I do wish that the cabins had WiFi but there is WiFi available at the lodge so I make do. I have found that the younger owners are the ones I prefer to talk to but that all are friendly. Looking forward to our return in a few short weeks.

Great beautiful place - Kenzie and Austin's wedding . It was so much fun, great food, dance floor !…read more Highly recommend!!

BEWARE, BEWARE, BEWARE!! CHECK OUT THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) FOR REVIEWS ON THIS COMPANY!!…read more DO NOT be fooled by "5" Star reviews and this companies' promises. If you are looking for a wedding venue in the Cross Lake/Whitefish Lake Chain area, do yourself a favor and save yourself the headache! CROSS THEM OFF YOUR LIST! Be on the lookout for a full update of our experience with this company, and how it affected OUR day, both leading up to our wedding date and many months after. Pine Peaks Wedding and Event Center cares nothing about you and YOUR wedding. The wedding that YOU are paying for $$$. They only care about their "perfect" reputation and the bottom line. Remember this when making a decision for your own special day.