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Big Sandy Lodge and Resort

2.0 star property
Beachfront, with indoor pool

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Exterior
Private beach, sun-loungers
Reception
Indoor pool
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • On private beach
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
The current price is AU$204
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept

Explore the area

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20534 487th St, McGregor, MN, 55760
  • Island Lake
  • Big Sandy Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Minnesota National Golf Course
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Children's books
High chair
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Private bathroom
Children's books
High chair
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double or Twin Room

Standard Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Children's books
High chair
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Free WiFi

Family Quadruple Room

Highlights

Children's books
High chair
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Children's books
High chair
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Children's books
High chair
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi

Family Studio

Highlights

Children's books
High chair
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the area

McGregor

At Big Sandy Lodge and Resort you'll be 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Big Sandy Lake and 3.2 km (2 mi) from Shamrock Town Hall. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a private beach, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the Hot tub and sauna as well as access to hiking/biking trails and a playground. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a lift. Full breakfast is available at weekends between 10:00 AM and noon. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this McGregor hotel include Mississippi River and Sandy River Lake.

What's nearby

  • Big Sandy Lake - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Minnesota National Golf Course - 8 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Savanna Portage State Park - 11 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Horseshoe Lake - 17 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Loon Lake - 29 min drive - 21.5 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bann's Bar and Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Last Chance Pub N Grub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Zorbaz - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Big Sandy Lodge & Resort - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Sandy Beaver - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Big Sandy Lodge and Resort

Beachfront, with indoor pool
Simply walk outside to feel the sun on your face at the sandy beach. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Big Sandy Lodge and Resort such as an indoor pool, a hot tub and a sauna.

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Lift
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Big Sandy Lodge and Resort offers 20 accommodations. This McGregor hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekend full breakfast available 10:00 AM to noon for a fee: USD 10 to 25 for adults and USD 10 to 25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bear's Den

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • High chair
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • On a private beach

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 25 for adults and USD 10 to 25 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts American Express, debit cards and cash.

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Big Sandy Lodge and Resort?

Yep, Big Sandy Lodge and Resort has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Big Sandy Lodge and Resort?

As of 4 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Big Sandy Lodge and Resort on 17 Sept 2025 start from AU$204.22, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Big Sandy Lodge and Resort?

The closest beach to Big Sandy Lodge and Resort is Hill City Park Beach (37.8 km).

Does Big Sandy Lodge and Resort have a pool?

Big Sandy Lodge and Resort has an indoor pool.

What luxury perks are available at Big Sandy Lodge and Resort?

Big Sandy Lodge and Resort features a private beach, an indoor pool and 1 hot tub.

Is Big Sandy Lodge and Resort family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and a private beach, as well as highchairs and children's books in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Big Sandy Lodge and Resort is a hit with families.

Does Big Sandy Lodge and Resort serve breakfast?

Sure does, full breakfast is on offer at weekends from 10:00 AM to noon.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Big Sandy Lodge and Resort?

No, Big Sandy Lodge and Resort does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Big Sandy Lodge and Resort?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Big Sandy Lodge and Resort?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Big Sandy Lodge and Resort?

No, pets are not allowed.

Big Sandy Lodge and Resort Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tatyana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Big Sandy Resort located right on the lake with a great view. We stayed here for one night and Ashley at the front desk, who was personable and helpful, made it a really good experience.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025