Good Ol Days Resort

This was my first trip to the Nisswa area so I wasn't sure what to expect. The resort is tucked away behind trees and the Paul Bunyan Trail. Downtown Nisswa is just about a 10-minute walk along the trail. The resort itself has a long history under different names and they do a great job showcasing its past with old photos and memorabilia throughout the property. As soon as I walked in, I got that "up North" feeling about the place with its old stone fireplace, wooden floors and antiques. The staff was very friendly and helpful (especially Bella) and made the experience more enjoyable. The room itself was large and clean with a view of Lower Cullen Lake from the balcony. The lake was very clean and there are various watercraft to rent from the resort. The location is excellent for those wanting to be away from the crowds but close enough to walk to restaurants and shops and just a few steps away from the Paul Bunyan trail for some great biking. I would definitely recommend it to others.

While there was a small mini-kitchen area in my room, there was no silverware or plates. However, when I mentioned this to Bella at the front desk, she quickly provided me with some plastic cutlery. The lighting in the sleeping and desk areas was not very bright so keep that in mind if you do a lot of reading. The shower head in the bathroom is not adjustable so if you are of average or above-average height, you will need to maneuver to get your head washed. The front desk was basically unmanned between 7PM-9AM but there was a phone # listed to call for emergencies during those times.

Relaxing, beautiful, place to recharge

That there wasn't more time to explore more of the amenities

Location is wonderful! Rooms are quiet and peaceful. Appreciate the Smart TVs. Enjoy the large window/door with beautiful view. Like the counter/sink area for snacks and beverages.

The beds are not comfortable. The breakfast is fine. Would love hot eggs and sausage/bacon.

The location was great - so close to the bike path and within walking distance to downtown Nisswa. The deck was nice with chairs provided. The shower was good. It looked newer than the rest of the accommodations. The staff was pleasant and welcoming. The beach was nice.

The kitchenette was not well supplied. There were 4 plates... that's it! No bowls for eating or covered bowls for storing items in the refrigerator. No utensils for eating. No knives for slicing. A toaster would have been nice too. There were plenty of cupboards for storing things, but nothing to put into them. There were plenty of bed pillows, which was appreciated because I needed to lay on them to get to sleep. The bed was quite hard. Some people might appreciate a firm mattress. Part of the electrical outlet by the bed was inoperable. The lamps seemed very old and the lighting was insufficient, especially at night for reading.