I'm not much of a golfer but my husband certainly is and he would not stop talking about how great their golf course it is. I chose Ruttger's Bay Lake Lodge for the great reviews they have on their golf course. Come to find out it is a championship golf course with 27 holes! It was definitely a full day... More

We had a nice suite in the lodge that had a walk out patio with a grill. The room had a jacuzie tub and a full kitchen. We did some grocery shopping ahead of time and had everything we needed to stay in and have a nice quiet weekend. They built us a bon fire down by the lake each... More

We stayed here for a weekend family reunion in July. We stayed in one of the 2-storey townhouse units near the golf course. Our overall experience was good. The townhouse was clean and had lots of space. Having stayed at other northern MN resorts (Cragun's, Madden's, etc) this was a cut above some, but not the nicest. There are plenty... More

Our family has been spending two weeks at Sugar Lake Lodge nearly every summer since our children (15 and 17) were born. Coming from Germany, it is a long trip for us, but it is always worth it. The resort is absolutely beautiful. The children loved Kids' Kamp when they were younger. We all enjoy the spectacular golf course, lake... More

Spent a long weekend here for a wedding, the facility was clean, friendly staff. The scenery was beautiful, lots of trees, nice big lake, free bikes to use and boating. The staff served a large wedding and dinner, very professional and good food. Very nice golf course if you like to golf, would make a nice place for a family... More

For 15+ years, our family (now including grandchildren) has come to SLL in July or August. Many people are unaware of the notable difference between a lake resort in the Brainerd area -- and a lake resort in a north woods setting … and only one hour north of Brainerd. SLL is both large enough to accommodate a couple of... More

Returned this year with group of 16. Great time! The golf course was in superb condition, even with rain dump one night. Front desk very accommodating. We had 3 villas. Dined at Otis, adults did WIne Down, kids swam in pool & lake, pontoons, kayaks, volleyball, horseshoes, campfires, and grilled. Puzzled by some of the complaints. SLL is a resort... More

We had planned on staying at Sugar lake lodge for four nights but left after only two. Stayed in a vills on golf course and the place was very rundown. The bathroom door wouldn't stay shut or lock, the kitchen and bathroom drains smelled terrible and the one bedroom upstairs had no air at all. The aircondtioner upstairs made so... More

Just got back from a long weekend at Sugar Lake Lodge. The room was large and clean although did not sleep well as the bed was extremely hard. The pool was old and small with uneven cracked concrete deck but at least warm. Almost too warm as it was like swimming in a bath tub. Nice beach area for the... More