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Big Sandy Lodge and Resort

2.0 star property

Photo gallery for Big Sandy Lodge and Resort

A lodge with a wooden exterior, a stone foundation, and a view of a lake with boats. A bear statue is visible in the foreground.
An outdoor deck with tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water.
A pool area with wooden walls and a mural.
A rustic interior with a wooden staircase, leather chairs, and a mounted deer head.
A sunset over a lake with boats docked, surrounded by trees.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$183
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept

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20534 487th St, McGregor, MN, 55760
  • Place, Big Sandy Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Minnesota National Golf Course
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Kettle River
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A bedroom with two beds, a wooden headboard, a window with blinds, a leather chair, and a small table.

Standard Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with two beds, a small table, and two chairs.

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a window with a view of trees.

Standard Room

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with two beds, a window with a view, a ceiling fan, and a nightstand with a lamp and a decorative item.

Standard Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A small kitchen area with a coffee maker, a trash bin, and a refrigerator.

Standard Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a window with blinds, a lamp, and a wall decoration.

Family Quadruple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a window with blinds, a lamp, and a wall decoration.

Family Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

McGregor

At Big Sandy Lodge and Resort you'll be steps 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 gym, Hot tub and sauna as well as access to hiking/biking trails. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. 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 - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Minnesota National Golf Course - 7 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Island Lake - 13 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Kettle River - 39 min drive - 59.8 km
  • Farm Island Lake - 44 min drive - 77.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Bann's Bar and Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Zorbaz - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Round Lake Resort - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Craft House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Last Chance Pub N Grub - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Big Sandy Lodge and Resort

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 fitness centre.

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach hotel also offers a sauna and a terrace. Free self parking is available.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Terrace
  • 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
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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

  • Gym
  • 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
  • Terrace

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: 4 per cent of room rate

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 11 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Big Sandy Lodge and Resort on 3 Sept 2026 start from AU$183, 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

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pool and hot tub, awesome food and cozy rooms right on the trails.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tatyana

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was Great. Easy going , Bar, food and accommodations all were great. Everyone was happy with the which is very important to us! My Kids had fun and enjoyed themselves .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place - just starting out for Summer. Very clean and staff were perfect. Only issues were maybe not having hotel rooms ready: TV did not work in room, coffee not out at 8AM in morning (no pot in room), etc. Bar and food were nice to have. Lake access was questionable as hotel stay apparently could not dock boat - cabled off to villa owners/renters only??? Maybe would be nice to inform people staying in advance how to access lake, what is up with TV, etc. I would come back some day.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a hidden gem that’s a little off the beaten path. I was looking for a last minute place to stay near Rice Lake wildlife refuge and a room was available. The lodge room was above the bar, and we took advantage of the bar and then the pool area, so there was never a noice issue. The pool area was one of the cleanest I think I’ve ever seen. All the staff from the front desk to the bar was super friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

AMY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025