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Lost Lake Lodge - Brainerd - Living room
Lost Lake Lodge
Brainerd, MN
8.6Very good(27)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$334+
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Fish on Rice Lake Waterfront Brainerd Cabin - Brainerd - Living room
Fish on Rice Lake Waterfront Brainerd Cabin
Brainerd, MN
9.2Wonderful(43)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$244+
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Gull Lake Cottage With Lakeside Boathouse - Brainerd - Outdoors view
Gull Lake Cottage With Lakeside Boathouse
Brainerd, MN
10Wonderful(11)
$1,022+
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Beach and Lake Access Brainerd Townhome - Brainerd - Living room
Beach and Lake Access Brainerd Townhome
Brainerd, MN
10Wonderful(1)
Free Wi-Fi
$325+
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Pet Friendly-Secluded-Fire Pit-300mbps internet - Brainerd - Living room
Pet Friendly-Secluded-Fire Pit-300mbps internet
Brainerd, MN
9.7Wonderful(22)
Free Wi-Fi
$350+
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Remodeled, Grill, Outside Seating, Dock, Swimming - Brainerd - Beach
Remodeled, Grill, Outside Seating, Dock, Swimming
Brainerd, MN
9.7Wonderful(19)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$453+
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Amazing Home, Water Toys, Incredible Deck, View, Game Room on Great Fishing Lake - Brainerd - Living room
Amazing Home, Water Toys, Incredible Deck, View, Game Room on Great Fishing Lake
Brainerd, MN
9.7Wonderful(22)
Free Wi-Fi
$1,094+
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Paradise North: Log Home Cabin In Brainerd, Mn - Brainerd - Living room
Paradise North: Log Home Cabin In Brainerd, Mn
Brainerd, MN
9.4Wonderful(51)
Free Wi-Fi
Spa
$637+
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Luxury Brainerd Sandy Beach Lake Cabin - Sleeps up to 18! - Brainerd - Living room
Luxury Brainerd Sandy Beach Lake Cabin - Sleeps up to 18!
Brainerd, MN
10Wonderful(11)
Free Wi-Fi
$1,400+
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Cozy Cottage on South Long - Brainerd - Patio
Cozy Cottage on South Long
Brainerd, MN
9.5Wonderful(9)
$329+
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Family home at end of road on small, quiet lake. - Brainerd - Balcony
Family home at end of road on small, quiet lake.
Brainerd, MN
9.6Wonderful(12)
$331+
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Cozy cabin steps from the lake! - Brainerd - Living room
Cozy cabin steps from the lake!
Brainerd, MN
9.2Wonderful(11)
Free Wi-Fi
$460+
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Life Is Good Lodge lakefront with sandy beach - Brainerd - Living room
Life Is Good Lodge lakefront with sandy beach
Brainerd, MN
10Wonderful(20)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$749+
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Sunset Beach on Round - Brainerd - Living room
Sunset Beach on Round
Brainerd, MN
10Wonderful(11)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$543+
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Beautiful 2 Bedroom + Loft cabin just off the water (Cabin #8) - Brainerd
Beautiful 2 Bedroom + Loft cabin just off the water (Cabin #8)
Brainerd, MN
8.8Very good(14)
Free Wi-Fi
$235+
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Out in the country - Brainerd
Out in the country
Brainerd, MN
9.4Wonderful(4)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$125+
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KAYAK’s insights for vacation rentals in Brainerd

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What is the cheapest day of the week to book a vacation rental in Brainerd?

Thursday offers the lowest rates in Brainerd, with an average nightly price of $233. The highest prices are found on Wednesday, with average rates at $716.
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January
August
$381
$467
Cheapest month to stay with an average 79% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 57% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK's top tips for finding Brainerd vacation rental deals

  • Vacation rentals in Brainerd are around 53% more expensive than hotels on average. Search here to compare prices for all accommodation types in Brainerd.
  • The best vacation rental properties in Brainerd are Life Is Good Lodge lakefront with sandy beach (10.0, 20 reviews), Newer Construction-Gull Lake Cottage On Squaw Point - 1 Of 2 - West Cottage (10.0, 22), and Private Retreat - Great for families! Great dates available in September (9.7, 39), based on ratings and reviews from real travelers.
  • If you’re looking for a cheap vacation rental in Brainerd, you should consider visiting during the low season. The cheapest vacation homes in Brainerd can be found in January and April.
  • The cheapest night for renting a vacation home in Brainerd is Thursday. In contrast, the most expensive is Wednesday.
  • Vacation rentals are a popular choice for both long and short-term stays. KAYAK users usually book their vacation rental in Brainerd for 8 days.

FAQs when booking a vacation home in Brainerd

  • What types of vacation rentals are available in Brainerd?

    There are loads of different property types that you can make your vacation home in Brainerd. You’ll find cabins, cottages, houses and lodges.

  • What are some of the most-loved vacation rentals available in Brainerd?

    If you’re looking for something special, the vacation rental most loved by KAYAK users is Lost Lake Lodge.

  • Are there any pet-friendly vacation rentals in Brainerd?

    There are a number of dog and pet-friendly Brainerd vacation rentals, with around 14% allowing you to bring your pet along with you.

  • How much is a vacation rental in Brainerd for this weekend?

    In the last 72 hours, users have found Brainerd vacation rentals for this weekend for as low as $267 per night. Search here for similar prices

  • How can I find vacation rentals near me in Brainerd?

    Take a look at our vacation rentals map to find the best vacation rental homes near you.

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