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Beautiful resort with so many lodging options. Breakfast buffet in main lodge every morning. Northwoods Pub in lowers level main lodge along with an arcade. Char is a very nice restaurant also in the main lodge. Our 1 bedroom Grandview cabin 211 has Gull Lake Views. It was the lower level of a 4 plex. Paved paths all around the main property. We enjoyed both indoor pools. Both pools have a waterslides and multiple hot tubs. The Northpark outdoor hot tub is huge and is very warm! The restaurants on site had excellent food. The staff was accommodating and fun. The app was very easy to use to see all the activities and restaurants and menus. We used the shuttle multiple times and those drivers are quick! I highly recommended coming here in the winter to enjoy cheaper rates, ice skating, sledding, horse drawn carriage rides on specific days. The north hotel is beautiful and has a coffee shop in the lobby. In the summer there is a beach and more restaurant open. We really love this resort that is very close to Brained MN.
Northern Minnesota is just in a league of their own!! Went for a short family trip and even though it was late September, we had a blast! We swam, paddle boarded, kayaked, pontoon cruise and even went down some water slides. They have great food options on site and even have a Vikings bar for watching the games!! Definitely will be back and can't wait enjoy even more of the Brainerd Lake Area.
This is a stunning location. Room are very spacious and bed are delightful. The premises an amenities are just amazing!
This Pig Needs More Than A Touch of Lipstick. So the good. Fantastic cookies at reception desk during Happy Hour. Had a great workout at the gym, loved swimming in the outdoor pool, really enjoyed the huge and nicely configured hot tub by that pool. The grounds are beautiful and look well kept and the beach are, which does not allow swimming, appears to have a number of water sports options although I didn't partake. The The bed was super comfortable and even though my room in the main lodge looked out on one of the outdoor bar/eatery areas I didn't mind the ambient noise. The Chocolate Ox had delicious ice cream in huge portions at low prices. The not so great. I understood from hosts of the wedding I attended nearby, that GV charged 6$ per delivery of guest gift bag. Not only have I never heard of that kind of charge before, but the bag wasn't delivered to my room or offered to me at check in. Once I heard about it I called down to the front desk who told me I could come and pick it up. Other not so good features. While I understand that the property is old, it was super dirty and dingy in ways that could not have been addressed by housekeeping services (and in fact they weren't offered during b my stay and possibly are only offered after a certain number of days or when there is a changeover in occupants). The wooden blinds were dusty and were hung crookedly. There were no screens on the windows and now screen on the door opening to my balcony so because of bugs, I couldn't open the windows (nor could I regulate the temperature on the thermostat although at least it was stuck at a pretty comfortable 68). Worse than that, when I ventured out to my balcony area I noticed that tge window sills were occupied both inside and out by dead bugs and cobwebs, there was only one uncomfortable desk type chair on my balcony- no patio style recliner or second chair or even a small table should one want to have coffee or read outside. The balcony area and other areas throughout the property, once I started to look more closely, were badly in need of hours or days of deep cleaning as well as painting. Inside the bathroom, the grout in the tub was similarly aged. Yuck. The coffee pot was an old style class one which seemed a little gross to me given the standard of cleanliness but I did use it with the large coffee pod provided. The lack of friendliness or receptivity at the front desk was another issue. They recommended a shuttle service that never returned a couple of calls and weren't helpful when asking generally about other transportation options. When I was checking out and mentioned that I was displeased with the cleanliness aspect of my room, the person was super defensive suggesting that it was really on me that I hadn't alerted them during the weekend although as I mentioned above, there were no housekeeping services offered during my weekend stay and no property brochure or information pack in the room to suggest that there might be upon request. Even if housekeeping had been available the issues I'm talking about warrant like days to weeks of fix ups, not an hour of someone doing a cursory cleaning. Defensiveness in response to a customer offering some feedback or the opportunity to engage about a concern is the worst, and suggests they would have been the same had I approached about these longstanding problems earlier in my stay. I hope the place gets in some new managers or owners with better energy and motivation to improve the property as it has so much to offer.
Went the week after spring break so location was very quiet which was nice but the breakfast buffet was not available because of how slow so we had a menu of options instead which was just fine. Staff was attentive and they did have a few grab and go items too which was nice. The lodge for breakfast looked out onto the grounds which is beautifully kept. The breakfast buffet was a 10/10 when it was available.
We stayed in a large, 9 bedroom cabin for our family Holiday in December. The cabin was spacious, however, it needed much updating. The cabin was old and tired looking. The carpet was worn, and had duct tape in 1 place to hold the frayed edges. The lighting was poor. The floors were cold. The kitchen was fairly well equipped except for no dishwasher soap for the ancient dishwasher. I could maybe overlook some of this except for the $1600 + fees we paid per night. We have a family friend who works at the resort, who had arranged a discount for us. Those arrangements had been made the previous spring. When we checked in, we were told the discount would not be honored. The resort does have wonderful restaurants and great amenities. We felt the price was too high for the worn down cabin.
It was really a great weekend getaway here. For the Spooktacular weekend we took advantage of a staycation. Thursday to Saturday accommodations in the new hotel was perfect. The room was in my opinion modern cabin style chic. It was very warm and welcoming. The hotel was right across from the pool and gym facilities. This was super convenient because we could workout in the morning and then head to the main lodge to get our buffet brunch. Their buffet brunch options were great. The room had a sun roof so it was full of sunlight most of the time we ate. It had a really nice feel to it. Families of all sizes dined there. The grounds on the property was also very nice. At first the property looked overwhelming but with routine walks and driving it was manageable. It appeared to truly be a very family oriented resort. Saturday morning came and the flood gates of children and their parents were all over the property. It seemed like friends of friends got together and planned the weekend where the kids could enjoy the festivities and the adults could congregate as well. I thought that was very practical and smart. Assuming my impression of their plans are correct. I would definitely return to this resort. Maybe enjoy one of the cabins next time!
Fun place, lots to do, beautiful setting, but wow is it expensive! I've been to lots of north woods places and it's a little hard to justify the extra cost here for a similar-ish experience. We had a wonderful vacation with a family of 9 in one of the newer garden cottages, ages ranging from 2 to 69! Lots of swimming, pickle ball, bike riding, kayaking, pontooning, and banana boating were some highlights! I even enjoyed a morning yoga session. Daily stops to the Chocolate Ox kept the kids happy with plenty of ice cream and candy offerings. Be prepared though, the restaurants are a bit pricey for a cabin vacation. The bartender at the Cantina was a total grump. (Isn't this supposed to be fun?) We won tacos and drinks at Mingo Bingo but had difficulty cashing it in because evidently the kitchen closes if it's a rainy day? Seems like there's gotta be a better backup option. Anyway. Overall we all agreed it was a great vacation, but next time will go somewhere else. Pro tip: walk down to the boat house at 7:45am to be ready to sign up and ensure your spot for pontoon cruises or banana boat rides when they open at 8am.
$650 a night - what you'd pay at the Four Seasons... and this place is a wreck. Our deck and windows were absolutely FILTHY - huge piles of dirt, insects and bird poop covering our decks and outdoor furniture- see photos!! The hallway covered in cheap ancient carpet, the walls paper thin and the floor on the second floor squeaked and gave so much I was afraid my leg would punch through. Just outrageous that they charge Tokyo prices for such a dump.
Stayed in the hotel. The coffee, alcohol and food counter was the best! The restaurants within the resort are all pretty bad. It's perfect for families with little kids We walked into a nicotine pouch dried on the headboard of the bed. Vending machine at the hotel is a need. The story of the Italian restaurant is a bit weird. I wouldn't advertise that the resort bought a ladies house who specifically noted she did not want the resort to ever have it.. but she died. The large building is very old and stinks. I hope they pay the overseas workers coming here to work for them for the summer! Pocket sized bug spray was $15 through the main lounge but the clothing store has full size bottles for $7... Wished for better food options. That would make it much better experience. I want to go back but struggling to find a occasion to do so cause it doesn't have everything but enough within a close vicinity.
Grandview Lodge is an upscale hidden travel destination in the Midwest. It has many on-site upscale restaurants and amazing wine collections. You can enjoy a lakefront cabin with a fresh breathtaking taking view. We come here every year to hide away from the city life while enjoying an upscale quiet experience.
On a friend's recommendation we stayed here for the Grand Brewfest, which takes place at Grand View Lodge each November. We had a great time at the tasting event, complete with food pairing. From the event website: This fun filled weekend started in 2010 when the rise in craft beer was gaining momentum. The event is Grand View's craft beer and culinary weekend to pay homage all of our state's finest breweries. My husband and I rented a cabin on Roy Lake which was the perfect size for the two of us. The cabin had a fireplace, a deck, 1-1/2 bathrooms and a nice big bathtub. We didn't plan to cook but the kitchen certainly seemed functional. It was very clean and cozy. I'm looking forward to returning! NOTE: There's a distilled event in April that I'm thinking about already... Our stay included the breakfast buffet at the main lodge. It was OK, nothing I'd pay for if it wasn't included. Apparently the cinnamon rolls are legendary, but that really isn't my thing. My husband enjoyed one and assured me it was worth the carbs. The free shuttle between our cabin and the lodge made getting around VERY easy. The drivers were friendly and made the stay that much more awesome.
2022 has been the year of try new local things. Grandview went on the list this January to relax and do some snowmobiling. We rented a great cabin and enjoyed every part of it. We went back in March with friends for more of the same and this time added some pool time for adults and kids. This past weekend we made our 3rd visit to enjoy some summer fun. Unfortunately the weather wasn't great but we still made it out on the boats for some fun on the lake. When we were back we tried out the lakeside pool, bar and chocolate shop. Who knows if visit number 4 will come this year but for sure we will be back in February. Every employee is kind and courteous. The property is well taken care off and makes you feel at home. The restaurants server quality food that makes you not want to leave the property. Well done Grandview staff!
2 months ago
The Grand View Lodge was a great destination for my sister in laws bachelorette! We stayed in their pines golf course homes and it was HUGE! We had around 15 people and all fit comfortably, had 2 fridges, like 4 bathrooms, and everything we needed! I loved all of the activities and options at the main resort such as the chocolate ox (they have jelly cats!!!) or the tshirts/sweaters in the store. The resort itself was great, with complementary pontoon rides & banana boat rides too. The cantina was awesome for their slushies or mexican food to eat on the beach! The shuttle was AWESOME to bring you all over! A few things: the beach was pretty gross at the time we were there... with weeds everywhere. We also didnt really have anywhere to park at our cabin, so that was a bit tough.. but maybe if you park & shuttle it'd be ok too?? Overall, I need to explore even more of the resort & I cant wait to come back! read more
Christmas at Grand View Lodge This was our second annual family Christmas getaway to Nisswa, and once again it was such a gift. Having four families together made it especially meaningful. We filled the days with winter walks, ice skating, swimming and hot tubbing in both the upper and lower pools, bingo nights, and a great family dinner at the Northwoods Pub. Simple moments, shared memories. The lodges themselves are perfect for larger families--a common dining and gathering space with four bedrooms that comfortably sleep 12-14 people. Everything is well thought out and easy. There's adequate food on site, great amenities, and in the summer the ice cream shop is always a hit. What stood out most, though, was the care from the staff and management. We experienced a family emergency during our stay, and they went above and beyond to help us. That kind of care makes a place feel more than just a resort, it feels like people actually see you. We're already grateful for the memories and looking forward to coming back read more
9 months ago
We have stayed a few times at this beautiful resort off peak as it is usually cheaper and less crowded. We love the outdoor hot tub that is really 3 hot tubs together making for plenty of space. Feels great in 1degree weather. The indoor pool, hot tub and water slide are also a fun attraction. The first year we came here they had a breakfast buffet which was awesome but the last time they did not offer it and only had a pre fix menu with a couple buffet style options. The complimentary s'mores are a nice touch and there are a few on site dining options available. It was quiet and secluded on off peak times but not all of the amenities are available. Our cabin was spacious and comfortable. Would love to check out during summer ours to experience more of the amenities! read more
2 months ago
Beautiful resort with so many lodging options. Breakfast buffet in main lodge every morning. Northwoods Pub in lowers level main lodge along with an arcade. Char is a very nice restaurant also in the main lodge. Our 1 bedroom Grandview cabin 211 has Gull Lake Views. It was the lower level of a 4 plex. Paved paths all around the main property. We enjoyed both indoor pools. Both pools have a waterslides and multiple hot tubs. The Northpark outdoor hot tub is huge and is very warm! The restaurants on site had excellent food. The staff was accommodating and fun. The app was very easy to use to see all the activities and restaurants and menus. We used the shuttle multiple times and those drivers are quick! I highly recommended coming here in the winter to enjoy cheaper rates, ice skating, sledding, horse drawn carriage rides on specific days. The north hotel is beautiful and has a coffee shop in the lobby. In the summer there is a beach and more restaurant open. We really love this resort that is very close to Brained MN. read more
Northern Minnesota is just in a league of their own!! Went for a short family trip and even though it was late September, we had a blast! We swam, paddle boarded, kayaked, pontoon cruise and even went down some water slides. They have great food options on site and even have a Vikings bar for watching the games!! Definitely will be back and can't wait enjoy even more of the Brainerd Lake Area. read more
11 months ago
This is a stunning location. Room are very spacious and bed are delightful. The premises an amenities are just amazing! read more
1 year ago
This Pig Needs More Than A Touch of Lipstick. So the good. Fantastic cookies at reception desk during Happy Hour. Had a great workout at the gym, loved swimming in the outdoor pool, really enjoyed the huge and nicely configured hot tub by that pool. The grounds are beautiful and look well kept and the beach are, which does not allow swimming, appears to have a number of water sports options although I didn't partake. The The bed was super comfortable and even though my room in the main lodge looked out on one of the outdoor bar/eatery areas I didn't mind the ambient noise. The Chocolate Ox had delicious ice cream in huge portions at low prices. The not so great. I understood from hosts of the wedding I attended nearby, that GV charged 6$ per delivery of guest gift bag. Not only have I never heard of that kind of charge before, but the bag wasn't delivered to my room or offered to me at check in. Once I heard about it I called down to the front desk who told me I could come and pick it up. Other not so good features. While I understand that the property is old, it was super dirty and dingy in ways that could not have been addressed by housekeeping services (and in fact they weren't offered during b my stay and possibly are only offered after a certain number of days or when there is a changeover in occupants). The wooden blinds were dusty and were hung crookedly. There were no screens on the windows and now screen on the door opening to my balcony so because of bugs, I couldn't open the windows (nor could I regulate the temperature on the thermostat although at least it was stuck at a pretty comfortable 68). Worse than that, when I ventured out to my balcony area I noticed that tge window sills were occupied both inside and out by dead bugs and cobwebs, there was only one uncomfortable desk type chair on my balcony- no patio style recliner or second chair or even a small table should one want to have coffee or read outside. The balcony area and other areas throughout the property, once I started to look more closely, were badly in need of hours or days of deep cleaning as well as painting. Inside the bathroom, the grout in the tub was similarly aged. Yuck. The coffee pot was an old style class one which seemed a little gross to me given the standard of cleanliness but I did use it with the large coffee pod provided. The lack of friendliness or receptivity at the front desk was another issue. They recommended a shuttle service that never returned a couple of calls and weren't helpful when asking generally about other transportation options. When I was checking out and mentioned that I was displeased with the cleanliness aspect of my room, the person was super defensive suggesting that it was really on me that I hadn't alerted them during the weekend although as I mentioned above, there were no housekeeping services offered during my weekend stay and no property brochure or information pack in the room to suggest that there might be upon request. Even if housekeeping had been available the issues I'm talking about warrant like days to weeks of fix ups, not an hour of someone doing a cursory cleaning. Defensiveness in response to a customer offering some feedback or the opportunity to engage about a concern is the worst, and suggests they would have been the same had I approached about these longstanding problems earlier in my stay. I hope the place gets in some new managers or owners with better energy and motivation to improve the property as it has so much to offer. read more
2 years ago
Went the week after spring break so location was very quiet which was nice but the breakfast buffet was not available because of how slow so we had a menu of options instead which was just fine. Staff was attentive and they did have a few grab and go items too which was nice. The lodge for breakfast looked out onto the grounds which is beautifully kept. The breakfast buffet was a 10/10 when it was available. read more
3 years ago
2 years ago
We stayed in a large, 9 bedroom cabin for our family Holiday in December. The cabin was spacious, however, it needed much updating. The cabin was old and tired looking. The carpet was worn, and had duct tape in 1 place to hold the frayed edges. The lighting was poor. The floors were cold. The kitchen was fairly well equipped except for no dishwasher soap for the ancient dishwasher. I could maybe overlook some of this except for the $1600 + fees we paid per night. We have a family friend who works at the resort, who had arranged a discount for us. Those arrangements had been made the previous spring. When we checked in, we were told the discount would not be honored. The resort does have wonderful restaurants and great amenities. We felt the price was too high for the worn down cabin. read more
It was really a great weekend getaway here. For the Spooktacular weekend we took advantage of a staycation. Thursday to Saturday accommodations in the new hotel was perfect. The room was in my opinion modern cabin style chic. It was very warm and welcoming. The hotel was right across from the pool and gym facilities. This was super convenient because we could workout in the morning and then head to the main lodge to get our buffet brunch. Their buffet brunch options were great. The room had a sun roof so it was full of sunlight most of the time we ate. It had a really nice feel to it. Families of all sizes dined there. The grounds on the property was also very nice. At first the property looked overwhelming but with routine walks and driving it was manageable. It appeared to truly be a very family oriented resort. Saturday morning came and the flood gates of children and their parents were all over the property. It seemed like friends of friends got together and planned the weekend where the kids could enjoy the festivities and the adults could congregate as well. I thought that was very practical and smart. Assuming my impression of their plans are correct. I would definitely return to this resort. Maybe enjoy one of the cabins next time! read more
Fun place, lots to do, beautiful setting, but wow is it expensive! I've been to lots of north woods places and it's a little hard to justify the extra cost here for a similar-ish experience. We had a wonderful vacation with a family of 9 in one of the newer garden cottages, ages ranging from 2 to 69! Lots of swimming, pickle ball, bike riding, kayaking, pontooning, and banana boating were some highlights! I even enjoyed a morning yoga session. Daily stops to the Chocolate Ox kept the kids happy with plenty of ice cream and candy offerings. Be prepared though, the restaurants are a bit pricey for a cabin vacation. The bartender at the Cantina was a total grump. (Isn't this supposed to be fun?) We won tacos and drinks at Mingo Bingo but had difficulty cashing it in because evidently the kitchen closes if it's a rainy day? Seems like there's gotta be a better backup option. Anyway. Overall we all agreed it was a great vacation, but next time will go somewhere else. Pro tip: walk down to the boat house at 7:45am to be ready to sign up and ensure your spot for pontoon cruises or banana boat rides when they open at 8am. read more
2 years ago
$650 a night - what you'd pay at the Four Seasons... and this place is a wreck. Our deck and windows were absolutely FILTHY - huge piles of dirt, insects and bird poop covering our decks and outdoor furniture- see photos!! The hallway covered in cheap ancient carpet, the walls paper thin and the floor on the second floor squeaked and gave so much I was afraid my leg would punch through. Just outrageous that they charge Tokyo prices for such a dump. read more
2 years ago
Stayed in the hotel. The coffee, alcohol and food counter was the best! The restaurants within the resort are all pretty bad. It's perfect for families with little kids We walked into a nicotine pouch dried on the headboard of the bed. Vending machine at the hotel is a need. The story of the Italian restaurant is a bit weird. I wouldn't advertise that the resort bought a ladies house who specifically noted she did not want the resort to ever have it.. but she died. The large building is very old and stinks. I hope they pay the overseas workers coming here to work for them for the summer! Pocket sized bug spray was $15 through the main lounge but the clothing store has full size bottles for $7... Wished for better food options. That would make it much better experience. I want to go back but struggling to find a occasion to do so cause it doesn't have everything but enough within a close vicinity. read more
3 years ago
Grandview Lodge is an upscale hidden travel destination in the Midwest. It has many on-site upscale restaurants and amazing wine collections. You can enjoy a lakefront cabin with a fresh breathtaking taking view. We come here every year to hide away from the city life while enjoying an upscale quiet experience. read more
7 months ago
8 months ago
On a friend's recommendation we stayed here for the Grand Brewfest, which takes place at Grand View Lodge each November. We had a great time at the tasting event, complete with food pairing. From the event website: This fun filled weekend started in 2010 when the rise in craft beer was gaining momentum. The event is Grand View's craft beer and culinary weekend to pay homage all of our state's finest breweries. My husband and I rented a cabin on Roy Lake which was the perfect size for the two of us. The cabin had a fireplace, a deck, 1-1/2 bathrooms and a nice big bathtub. We didn't plan to cook but the kitchen certainly seemed functional. It was very clean and cozy. I'm looking forward to returning! NOTE: There's a distilled event in April that I'm thinking about already... Our stay included the breakfast buffet at the main lodge. It was OK, nothing I'd pay for if it wasn't included. Apparently the cinnamon rolls are legendary, but that really isn't my thing. My husband enjoyed one and assured me it was worth the carbs. The free shuttle between our cabin and the lodge made getting around VERY easy. The drivers were friendly and made the stay that much more awesome. read more
2022 has been the year of try new local things. Grandview went on the list this January to relax and do some snowmobiling. We rented a great cabin and enjoyed every part of it. We went back in March with friends for more of the same and this time added some pool time for adults and kids. This past weekend we made our 3rd visit to enjoy some summer fun. Unfortunately the weather wasn't great but we still made it out on the boats for some fun on the lake. When we were back we tried out the lakeside pool, bar and chocolate shop. Who knows if visit number 4 will come this year but for sure we will be back in February. Every employee is kind and courteous. The property is well taken care off and makes you feel at home. The restaurants server quality food that makes you not want to leave the property. Well done Grandview staff! read more
2 years ago
Amenities: 5 stars Rooms/lodging: 2.5 stars Service: 2.5 stars Stayed here while in town for a family reunion in the area. We rented a 3 bedroom 2 bathroom near the lodge - Nokomis Drive Cabin 160. We liked the large space and that we had a pool table and could all be together. We did not like how dark, cold, and unclean the rooms/living area were. The rooms had closets, but they were essentially unusable due to the lack of lights in them and how generally dark the rooms were. The bathrooms had very poor water pressure and water temperature regulation. The water went from scalding hot to lukewarm constantly - so much so that my father suggested that the water is not up to code to the extent that it could be dangerous for small children. We also found substantial dirt, hair, and most unfortunately, a leftover bachelorette penis straw from a past guest. For the price you are paying, the rooms themselves are in dire need of better cleaning and an upgrade. The amenities at the resort are otherwise fantastic and are the reason to stay here. We enjoyed the restaurants, pools, and lake access. read more
2 years ago
4 years ago
Extremely disappointed in Grandview from the moment we got there. We were promised check in before 4 and we didn't get into our room until 5 and it wasn't fully cleaned. The floors were filthy and the windows had piles and piles of dead bugs. Not what you expect for $465 a night. We got a text from the resort asking how checking in was and I explained the floors weren't cleaned before we got there and their respond was they would send us a broom!! Awful customer service! There was also a lingering smell of puke in the room that we believe was coming from the couch. Wishing it was just the cleanliness of the room that was the only disappointment but the staff and service was not what you would expect either. Most staff was rude, the service was SO slow and the food was nothing special. Will be checking out a different resort next time. read more
8 years ago
Food: The breakfast buffet is fine, but nothing was incredible. However, their steakhouse, Char, was great. I ordered the fish and my boyfriend ordered the sirloin and both were cooked perfectly. We ordered the crab dip and wild rice soup for an appetizer and both were creamy, savory and delicious. Venue: An absolutely BEAUTIFUL property. You can stay on the second floor of a lodge in a traditional hotel room layout or opt for one of the cabins. We stayed in a cabin right on Gull Lake and it was beautiful. A one-bedroom cabin with a small kitchenette and a large bathroom with a two-person tub. The cabin had a working fireplace, separate heating/cooling units for the bedroom and living room, and a TV/DVD player. Experience: We visited GVL in December. There were plenty of activities available for guests; we were able to take a short horse drawn "sleigh" ride, play bingo, swim in the pool, and make s'mores. It was very easy to rent DVDs and there was a wide selection. The spa was truly incredible and I wish I could spend every weekend there! Overall, this is a truly magical place with gorgeous views and a ton of great activities. read more
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Went to the Igloo experience. Booked reservation 3 months in advance. Heater was small. Food was good but rather expensive for take out. read more
3 years ago
So we went here for an early 4th of July trip. We drove 2 hours to get there and when we got in the place was a mess. There was chipped paint coming off of all the walls. When we got to one of the bed rooms there was a blood stain on the sheets, and the showers were so dirty. The good parts about this trip are the waterparks and the clean lake. Overall I had a bad experience. read more
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5 years ago
The facilities/grounds were "grand", but the cabin that we were given was not. We stayed in cabin 160- Main Property- 6 adults for 3 nights. The only information we were given was a paper map. I had to call the front desk later to ask about housekeeping and how to get clean towels. Two of the three bedrooms had one queen bed and the rooms were so small that there wasn't anywhere to put your suitcase unless it was kept closed and upright. Luggage racks were not provided. The mattress platforms for the two smaller bedrooms were not lined up properly with the mattress they supported. One platform stuck out 3 inches from the mattress on the end of the bed and was hidden under the bed ruffle. I hit my ankle on it as I didn't expect a sharp object under the bed ruffle. We had to call for someone to come and adjust the platforms and mattresses in both of these rooms. The bathroom sinks and showers are showing their age. Shower water pressure was quite low and the water temperature was difficult to control. It became scalding hot with a tiny turn of the dial. Not enough towel bars were provided to hang up towels to dry. Only one small bar of soap was provided to use for both washing your hands and taking a shower. We purchased liquid hand soap at the grocery store. Some of the kitchen cabinet doors are warped and can't be closed. The carpeting under the table had a hole in it. The family room has a chair that needs a new seat cushion. If you sat on it, you were literally sitting in an indented hole. The deck had a small metal table with 3 chairs. We never used it due to the rust on the chairs. The wood trim around the doors in the family room is not the same color as the door. There were dirty marks on the walls and scraped areas on the walls that needed to be repainted. . This was not what we expected from a cabin that cost us $852.35 (including taxes) to rent per night. In addition, Grand View's website has some photos of Grand View Cabins- Main Property that were much nicer. Our cabin didn't come close to looking like those photos. Our group traveled from Michigan, California, and Washington, DC to attend a special 100 year family reunion. We decided to celebrate this occasion by treating ourselves to staying in a cabin at Grandview Lodge. I contacted Grand View Lodge early in 2020 to find out when we could book a cabin for July, 2021. On August 17, 2020 we contacted Grand View and booked the only property they had available on main property that had three bedrooms one year in advance of our actual stay. We asked to see photos of the cabin but were told that none were available. What a disappointing stay at Grandview Lodge!! read more
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7 years ago
Fabulous in all sense of the word! Fabulous grounds, fabulous accommodations! We stayed in one of the cabins which was fabulous! Loved it! Thank you all. read more
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