"Frequently Asked Questions"

1. Why can’t I check-in early in the summer?
In the summer time we typically have a full resort each week. Once the guests leave on Saturday morning we have only 6 hours to completely clean and inspect the resort and make it ready for the next group of guests coming in.

2. Why do I need to check out by 9:00 a.m. on Saturday?
As stated in #1, we need every bit of the time allowed between check-out and check-in to get the resort ready for the group of guests and make sure it’s up to our standards and yours.

3. Can I re-book for next year during my stay?
Absolutely! In fact we encourage it. Please do try to re-book your unit sometime during your stay to ensure that you will have your time and unit again next year. Otherwise, you may lose your space.

4. Are short stays available during the summer months?
We typically rent our units on a week to week basis (Sat.- Sat.) in the summer. However, because we get cancellations and early departures, we do on occasion have daily/short stays available. They will vary by unit and time.

5. Can I bring my own boat?
The simple answer is yes. However, we have seen in recent years a trend whereby more and more guests are deciding to leave their boats at home and rent a boat from either us or a local marina. This alleviates the hassle of worrying about towing a trailer with the increase in the cost of gas and the potential for a blow-out on the highway.

6. Is a 14' boat included with the cabin?
Simply put it is not. It used to be, but with more people either renting a boat from our Marina or bringing their own boat it created a "difficult" situation at check-out. They asked for a credit because they had not used the boat that came with the unit. Therefore, we decided to no longer include the free boat with any of the units and reduce the rates accordingly.

7. How modern are your cabins?
Each unit is different, but they all are quite up to date and are equipped with all of the conveniences and equipment you need for a trouble-free vacation. There is nothing "bare bones" about any of them. Be sure to take a look at each of them at our website as each of them carries their own unique personal charm. No two are alike. We offer a wide range of accommodations, but none of them are lacking in creature comforts.

8. Are all your units on the water?
We are a lake-oriented resort and our cabins are just the same. Each of our units has their own dock and respective lake view and water location. Some sit on our private bay, some are located on our north facing shore and Sunset on the Bay is on its own out post location located on Nelson Lake’s own Lake 25. Refer to Nelson Lake map and our own resort map for each units location.

9. Why don’t your cabins have phones?
The answer here is cell phones. It seems like everybody has one. Plus, we want you to get away from all phones. Remember....you’re on vacation.

10. What channels are on your TV?
We offer all local/network channels (ABC, CBS, NBC, PBS & FOX). It’s not that we don’t want you to be entertained. It's just that we don’t want you to do it in front of the TV. You can do that at home. But if it rains, the units have VCR’s & DVD’s available.

11. What kind of fishing can I expect on Nelson Lake?
"So how’s the fishing?" We hear this question with every check-in and we always answer as honestly as possible. At the same time Nelson Lake is a very good fishing lake. But for the record it can’t please everybody. Nelson Lake is a good panfish lake with a consistent and excellent crappie and bluegill bite all summer long. (It can produce fish all year long too) Bring the kids as they will smile! Now for the bass here is where the serious anglers will congregate - simply put, it is a premier bass lake. Probably one of the top bass lakes in the state. Northerns have always been a traditional favorite here. There are plentiful amounts and also trophies - Nelson Lake has been designated a "trophy northern lake." As for the walleyes, there are two kinds: ones for the wall and ones to throw back. The eating size are still on the rebound and will remain so for the next few years. Nelson Lake remains hurt by years of mismanagement in terms of its walleye population.

12. Do BBQ Grills come with each unit?
Yes, as well as a picnic table.

13. Do we need to bring our own lawn chairs?
We suggest that you do. There are a basic supply of chairs with each cabin, however, they might not take care of every guest's individual requirements or personal taste.

14. Why can’t I bring our small dog?
It is not because we don’t like animals, because we do. Because of individuals with allergies we have a difficult time allowing pets in all of our units. However, our no pet policy is not an exclusive one, as we do have a few units which we do allow small dogs. If you have such a request, please contact us regarding your particular date and we will do whatever we can to try to accommodate you in one of our limited amount of dog-friendly units.