`` Castaway Inn & Resort, Detroit Lakes

      A Sampling of Things to Do...
      Fishing - located on one of Minnesota's top 100 walleye lakes, you may also catch muskies, sunfish, northern bass, and crappies. Bait & fishing license are available at adjacent convenience store. Fishing guide services by resident expert Dick Beardsley. Full day and half day trips available. 218-846-9230
      Golf - seven golf courses are within 10 miles.
      Shopping - downtown shops & mall 1 mile.
      Flea Market - Sundays, Memorial Day - mid-September.
      Restaurants - Casual, fast food & fine dinning nearby.
      Amusement Park - with outdoor waterslide, go carts, mini-golf & bumper boats are close by.
      Day Trips - to the Headwaters of the Mississippi River at Itasca State Park or take an auto tour through Tamarac Wildlife Refuge. Birdwatch the new Pine to Prarie Birding Coridor
      Biking - bring your bikes as we provide direct access to 13 miles of marked bike trail around Big & Little Detroit Lakes.
      Snowmobiling - we provide direct access to 200 miles of groomed trails. Gas adjacent


      Our Spotless Cottages...
      are unique in that they provide vacationers with a small resort setting, a private sandy beach on Big Detroit Lake, and all the conveniences of being close to downtown activities, attractions, and businesses.

      With your comfort & relaxation in mind, all cottages are furnished with air conditioning, shower, kitchen with stove, refrigerator, coffee pot, toaster, microwave, dishes, cooking and serving utensils, dining table & chairs, cable TV with HBO, and city water. Phones are not provided in the cabins. Our laundry house has a coin-operated washer & dryer. Charcoal grills & picnic tables are available for your enjoyment. We furnish all bedding and towels. We ask that you bring your own own beach towel.


      Cottage rentals include privileges to enjoy our indoor hot tub and complimentary use of a 14' aluminum boat, paddle boat and life jackets. Trolling motors are also available for rent. Candy, pizza, ice & frozen treats are available in our lobby; bait, fishing licences, gas & groceries are available next door at Petro Plus.


      Cottage Reservations...
      Weekly rentals are Saturday to Saturday.
      Check-In: 4 p.m. Check-Out: 11 a.m.
      To guarantee your reservation, an advance deposit of $150 per week, per cottage is required. Daily rentals require complete prepayment + 9.5% tax. Deposits may be paid by credit card when placing your reservation, or by check or money order within 2 weeks from the date of inquiry. Deposit applies toward the total rental rate. Remaining balance due upon arrival.

      Pets are welcome with permission of manager. Guest will be asked to sign our pet policy and at check in and will be charged $10 per day.

      Cancellation: Cancels received more than 30 days prior to scheduled arrival date will receive full refund - less $25 rebooking fee. Cancels received after 30 day cancel deadline or "no-shows" on scheduled date of arrival forfeit entire deposit and voids remainder of reservation. Always ask for a cancellation number to insure the release of your reservation obligation.

      Early Departure: Guests are responsible for the entire duration of reservation.

      Cottages are available from May through October
      Reservations: 1-800-640-3395
      Phone & Fax: 218-847-4449


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