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Sunset Beach Resort

Enjoy seasonal cabins with grills, fire pits, and a beach with waterslide at Sunset Beach Resort, located in Battle Lake, MN near Glendalough State Park.

42502 240th St, Battle Lake, MN 56515 View on map
9.2/10
Exceptional Based on 50 recent guest reviews
Pet-friendly Kid-friendly
What recent guests emphasize

Balanced comfort by the lake

Guests appreciate the friendly, accommodating owners and the clean, kid-friendly seasonal cabins. The lakeside setting offers relaxing water activities, with a welcoming atmosphere that keeps families returning year after year.

Guests often praise

  • The warm and helpful resort owners who make guests feel welcome.
  • Clean, simple cabins suitable for family stays.
  • Family-friendly environment with kid-oriented amenities and activities.
  • Excellent waterfront access with water toys like a swim raft and water trampoline.
  • Peaceful atmosphere ideal for relaxation, fishing, and swimming.

Worth knowing

  • The resort operates seasonally and does not offer an airport shuttle.
  • Some guests advise caution regarding property purchases in the area.
  • Bugs may be present but are generally considered manageable by campers.
  • The setting is low-key without luxury amenities, focusing on nature and community.
  • Pet-friendly policies make it suitable for travelers with dogs.

Best for

  • Families seeking a kid-friendly lakeside vacation with outdoor activities.
  • Visitors looking for a quiet, relaxed retreat near West Battle Lake.
  • Those who appreciate a welcoming, community-oriented resort with seasonal cabins.
  • Travelers interested in fishing, swimming, and simple camping experiences.
  • Pet owners wanting accommodation that welcomes their animals.
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About this property

Welcome to Sunset Beach Resort

Sunset Beach Resort offers simple seasonal cabins equipped with grills and fire pits, set along the northeast end of West Battle Lake. The property features a general store and a beach area with a waterslide, providing basic amenities suited for a relaxed lakeside stay. Its low-key atmosphere makes it a practical choice for those looking for a straightforward, seasonal getaway.

The resort is family and pet friendly, making it suitable for visitors traveling with children or pets. Guests have noted the clean cabins and welcoming environment, with several highlighting the helpfulness of the owner and staff. The resort’s location allows easy access to nearby lakes such as Otter Tail Lake and East Battle Lake, which are popular for fishing, swimming, and outdoor recreation.

With a check-in time starting at 2:00 PM and check-out by 9:00 AM, the resort operates within a traditional seasonal schedule. While there is no airport shuttle service, the property is about an hour and a half drive from Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport. This positioning makes it a convenient option for travelers accustomed to driving to their destination.

Guest reviews convey a generally positive experience, especially for families and those seeking a quiet retreat with easy access to water activities. However, a few reviews suggest cautious consideration, especially regarding property purchases. Overall, Sunset Beach Resort appears well suited for visitors prioritizing a simple, lakefront vacation spot away from more commercialized settings.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Pet-friendly
Kid-friendly

Not available at this property

Airport shuttle
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

TB
Tiffany Bailey Apr 10, 2026
10

Awesome resort! Super kid friendly, wonderful water front and clean cabins.

KZ
Keith Zierden Apr 10, 2026
8.0

I would recommend this resort to almost anyone and the owner was very helpful and went out of his way to accommodate us.

SV
sylvia violet Apr 02, 2026
10

Me and my parents went here for years. We have a good relationship with the resort owners. If you need something or if you want to ask questions the resort owners are always there to help you and answer them, They're very welcoming. This has been my favorite place for years we go here every year on vacation. I highly recommend this place.

JA
Jay Abbott Mar 06, 2026
10

This is the place to come and relax, fish and swim. This is our 13th year to this lake, and our 4th year staying at this awesome resort. I would recommend this place to anyone.

RR
Rod Rodley Mar 05, 2026
10

Be very very careful if looking at buying a property from here!

RT
Randy Thompson Mar 04, 2026
10

Love it each time we stay there. Glen the owner is fantastic.

KF
Kayla Filbe Mar 04, 2026
10

Great resort, my family had a seasonal for years here and the people and owners are amazing. Miss this place so much.

TT
Todd Trettel Mar 02, 2026
10

Great service and clean campgrounds. Wonderful place for a summer family vacation. Highly recommend

BJ
Brenda Jacobs Feb 27, 2026
8.0

Great spot for camping (tent). Not too many mosquitoes and the owner Glenn is really friendly.

PD
PIXELY DADDYO Feb 15, 2026
10

The fishing there is amazing the water is super clear and u can go swimming and there's a swim raft and a water trampoline there's a park which is really fun and there's a basketball hoop there's also lots of kids who are fun

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Sunset Beach Resort

Battle Lake, Minnesota

On the northeast end of West Battle Lake, this low-key, seasonal beach resort lies 4.3 miles from the tiny city of Clitherall and 5.5 miles from Glendalough State Park.

  • Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport 1 hr 32 Car
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Minnesota. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Otter Tail Lake 97 reviews

Otter Tail Lake

Minnesota, USA

4.7 · Lake
Annie Battle Lake 1 reviews

Annie Battle Lake

Minnesota 56515, USA

4.3 · Lake
East Battle Lake 17 reviews

East Battle Lake

Minnesota, USA

5 · Lake
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