The Cottage

29/05/2023

Sunsets at The Cottage are pretty darn spectacular. I hope you have all had a wonderful Memorial Weekend filled with family and friends.

11/12/2022

All decorated for Christmas!

08/10/2022

The boat is out for the season and the dock comes out on Wednesday. The weather is perfect for some fall chores and maintenance.

22/09/2022

Just discovered a new place to visit while at The Cottage. If you've never had mead before, I highly recommend giving it a try!

BEOMEAD is a family owned Meadery committed to using only the best ingredients raised and gathered on the farm. Mead is unpasteurized, unfiltered – raw from the hive - crafted to preserve the intrinsic value of honey to produce a mead unique to the area. BEOMEAD %

17/07/2022

Newest board game added to The Cottage.

07/07/2022

Today we added some new natural stone “steps” to make it easier for guests to get down to the beach. We do have a nice set of dock stairs with a railing as well but this will allow people to get to the water without having to go into the water. Hopefully they stay in place and the ice doesn’t move them too much this winter!

04/07/2022

Gorgeous sunset last night out on the lake.

24/06/2022

Time for this bathing beauty to relax in the sun. Deanna’s mom Jackie lounging on the dock at The Cottage circa 1978.

29/05/2022

Harold Ek (Deanna’s Grandpa’s brother) originally purchased The Cottage after serving in the army during WWII. Even though The Cottage was moved down the road to a new piece of land by Deanna’s grandparents in 1965, Harold was the first member of Deanna’s family to own it. This weekend we honor all of those who have died, especially those who have served in our armed forces.

Today, we honored Uncle Harold by repairing the flagpole that was installed by Deanna’s grandpa back on August 19, 1988. This pole hasn’t been able to fly a flag in over 20 years. Today, the flag flys in remembrance of him.

28/05/2022

Last week I posted about the lake having high water levels. The good news is that the water is down. Unfortunately that also means a large debris clean up. All of this washed down the river or washed off of people’s properties and floated up to shore. We were lucky and didn’t lose any dock pieces or other items from our shore line. Once raked up, this made 13 large piles which we will haul away tomorrow.

15/05/2022

This is the reality of lake life when you live on a river fed lake. We have been watching the water level predictions on the river for the last few days online and despite having a floating dock, had to make a trip to The Cottage to tie things off just in case as we had reached the top of our mooring poles. The water is supposed to peat at 8.1 feet tomorrow at midnight before it starts to go down. That’s another foot and a half. Last year we had a drought, and this year flash floods. Although the water is high, it isn’t the highest that I’ve ever seen it and as long as the rain holds off next week, it will go back down pretty quickly.

28/04/2022

Last month, two loon nesting platforms were launched on Pokegama Lake. These anchored platforms are designed to provide a safe environment for nesting loon pairs when natural nesting sites (such as marshy areas along shorelines) are not accessible due to changing water levels or other disturbances. There were 9 loons floating right out in front of The Cottage last weekend. They were diving and calling all evening. It’s awesome to see the population bounce back and to hear their eerie calls echo over the lake again!

10/04/2022

The Sandhill cranes are out and about making a ruckus. We can’t decide if they look more like Kevin from the movie Up or a pterodactyl? They sure sound like dinosaurs to me! What do you think?

10/04/2022

Here is a fun flashback of The Cottage in January of 2000. Lots of updates since then but just as cozy as ever. ❤️

09/03/2022

Deanna’ grandpa Vernon, and her way too cool, sun glasses and Hamm’s beer t-shirt sporting dad cruising down the Snake River in style on their harvest gold National pontoon. Those were the days. 🤣😉
Circa 1982

08/03/2022

Deanna’s grandma June with her big catch in front of The Cottage circa 1982. Mitzi the dog on the steps.

25/02/2022

The Cottage circa 2000. A lot has changed in 22 years!

19/02/2022

Deanna swinging in the backyard of The Cottage circa 1983.

18/01/2022

Here is a very quick walk-through of The Cottage.

22/10/2021

Even back in the 1960’s the cottage was a dog friendly place. Your fur family is always welcome at The Cottage. What kind of family vacation would it be without the WHOLE family?

14/10/2021

My aunt Patty using the outhouse at The Cottage during the 1960’s.

05/09/2021

Need a break from reality? Book you next vacation at The Cottage and take advantage of our fall and winter pricing specials!

05/09/2021

Isn’t it time you took a little time for you? We are now booking for fall and winter. Reach out and book a little R&R.

04/09/2021

Jake Conway

Lake Pokegama has always provided hours of fun for all ages! Here we can see two of June and Vern’s grandkids living their best life at the lake.
Circa 1988

29/08/2021

Today we took the pontoon up the Snake River for some late summer fun on the sand bar! The Cottage is situated in the perfect place to access two lakes, Pokegama and Cross Lake as well as the Snake River. Bring your own boat and moor it on our private dock or rent our pontoon during your stay!

26/08/2021

Here is a lovely photo of Deanna's little sister Addie in the front yard of The Cottage in 2000. Deanna's grandma loved to see all of the butterflies and birds enjoy her flower gardens. The landscaping has changed quite a bit in 21 years!

22/08/2021

Two more great reviews from our awesome guests! We love that The Cottage can be a special place for people to make memories. Our goal has always been to make our guests’ stays as seamless and relaxing as possible. It’s great to hear that all of the little touches and amenities that we have added are appreciated. ❤️

15/08/2021

Here is Deanna, age 3, getting ready swim in Lake Pokegama. Swimming is always a favorite no matter what generation visits The Cottage. Those flippers are as big as she is!
Circa 1984

10/08/2021

Finished up the patio area today and now it’s ready for some family dinners during your next stay! I’ve never seen a pineapple plant for sale in Minnesota so I just had to have it! 🤣