We have a 3+ bedroom lake house that is close to the Twin Cities, 30 minutes south of Brainard. You can enjoy sitting on our lower patio or 3-season porch with access to the deck and with gas grill for an evening cookout. Many of us enjoy a walk down to the dock with access to Lake the lake using our 2 kayaks, 2 paddle boards + canoe. The large backyard lawn is perfect for all kinds of yard games. In the winter you can ride your snow mobile from the backdoor onto the channel and straight to the lake.
The weather didn't cooperate the week we were there but the house is close to charming small towns with great restaurants, breweries, wineries and specialty shops. My adult children all had a great time visiting, playing games and exploring the small towns.