Let the natural beauty of the woods and waters take you back to a quiet and restful place. At The Manhattan Beach Lodge, nature will surround you inside and out. Relax in our locally crafted pine furniture and snuggle under the handmade quilts.  Also enjoy great sunsets and fireside dining in our full service restaurant and lounge.

So gather your family together for a reunion. Take your employees on a working retreat. Make your honeymoon special... come to The Manhattan Beach Lodge where the atmosphere and facilities make it the perfect destination for your private or small group getaway.

Looking back to the 1920's when the site was selected for the Manhattan Beach Lodge, it is easy to imagine the solitude and splendor of the pine woods and crystal clear lakes along with the magnificent sunset views. The slightly elevated shoreline and sand beach promised a perfect vacation setting for anxious travelers from throughout the Midwest.

That promise continued to be kept as the appeal of a Northwoods vacation spread nationwide in the 30's and 40's. The Lodge hosted Hollywood's famous and Chicago's infamous with equal dedication. A blend of rustic ease and civilized amenities became the hallmark of Lodge hospitality.

Today, as you watch an eagle soaring overhead, catch a trophy walleye, snowmobile into the back country, or just watch the sun set into Big Trout Lake, you recognize that The Manhattan Beach Lodge offers a unique getaway with the same unspoiled woods and waters as seventy years ago. As you enjoy dinner in front of the original stone fireplace amid the restored cedar log work, you help write another chapter in the colorful history of The Lodge.

As always, your stay at The Lodge will offer an opportunity to enjoy the spectacular lakes area of Minnesota with the comforts of home.

The Manhattan Beach Lodge is located on the Whitefish Chain of Lakes 25 miles north of Brainerd, Minnesota. The 1920's landmark was renovated in 1995 and the 18 lakeside guest rooms offer an intimate alternative for couples or small group getaways. The handmade log furniture, great stone fireplace, acclaimed restaurant, and dramatic sunsets all complement the country inn feel of The Lodge. The Lodge Staff will assist visitors with sight-seeing and shopping information, tee times, cross country skiing, or hiking and biking trails through our pristine north woods.