Our family of 6 enjoyed our stay at Cottage East on Balsam Lake. The cabin and property were clean and well stocked with amenities. Lake views were charming with the bench on the end of the dock. Water levels may be a bit shallow and weedy for those considering swimming, but certainly doable.Only one downside was the A/C unit in the bunkhouse could not keep up with the sweltering heatwave. We could only utilize the bunkhouse one night while we were there. We were able to make sleeping arrangements in the cabin with the pull-out couch, but just wanted to caution in case of hot weather if expectation is to utilize the bunkhouse as a sleeping necessity. Hopefully it will not often be an issue, with very few weeks in 90 weather as a general weather pattern for Balsam Lake!The window A/C unit in the main cabin was able to keep things nice and cool, with plenty of fans for air circulation.All-in-all, our family had a nice stay!

Very nice cabin and great location on the lake. The dock is very nice to have and dock your boat at. The bunkhouse was part of the rental and is great for older kids to have a place to hangout and sleep away from the main building. The air conditioning was very nice because it was a very hot summer weekend and helped to cut the heat for sleeping.

Cozy place. Great location. Nice host. Right on the lake with a dock. Had a great time again!

This location on Balsam Lake was great. The host was very good at communication. Cabin is right in the lake. Has a nice dock for a boat. And this Cabin is 5 minutes from downtown Balsam that has great bars, restaurants and a newer brewery. My wife and twin 13 year old kids had a great time. The cabin is well equipped with dishes and cooking utensils. We will stay again!