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09/02/2026

09/01/2026

September has officially arrived in the B.L.A., which means the fall fun has just begun. And, no, we aren’t just talking about circling up around the bonfire—although that’s one of our favorites, too. 🔥😉

From art crawls and fall festivals to barbecue and chili cook-offs, plenty is happening Up North this month, and you’re not going to want to miss it! 🍂

See what’s on the calendar and start planning your September adventures: https://bookthebla.com/blog/brainerd-lakes-area-fall-events/

08/28/2026

A little pinch-us moment! ✨

Woods to Water Vacation Homes has been recognized by AirDNA as one of the Top 5 Airbnb property managers in Minnesota for 2026!

We’re grateful to the homeowners who trust us with their properties, the guests who choose to stay with us, and the team that makes every getaway possible. We’re pretty proud of what we’re building here in the B.L.A.—one memorable stay at a time. 🤍

08/27/2026

Fall in the B.L.A. just hits different. 🍂✨

Crisp mornings, colorful leaves, Oktoberfests, fall festivals, live music… and plenty of reasons to plan an Up North weekend. 🍎🎃🍻

We rounded up some of our favorite fall events happening across the Brainerd Lakes Area and beyond, so you can spend less time searching and more time soaking up the season.

Whether you’re coming for the fall colors, festive weekends, MEA, or to cozy up by a fire with friends, consider this your guide to doing fall the B.L.A. way. 🍁

🔗 Head to the Book the B.L.A. blog for our 2026 Fall Events Guide—then find a place to stay and make a weekend of it!

08/26/2026

The best getaways include the whole family… paws and all. 🐾

We have a variety of pet-friendly vacation rentals across the area ready to welcome you + your favorite adventure buddy. 🐶

08/26/2026

Check out Woods to Water Real Estate at CRMC with Listen Local

08/24/2026

Consider our Monday agenda officially booked as we try to soak up every drop of summer we have left. 🌊

08/21/2026

👀 You’re not gonna want to miss this one...

NEW rental just hit the beautiful blue shores of Lake Ossawinnamakee! ⚓️

Meet Anchored on Ossie, your newest lakefront escape in the heart of the Brainerd Lakes Area. With a private sandy beach, hot tub overlooking one of the most tranquil bays, traditional sauna, private dock, and plenty of space for up to 12 guests, this one checks all the boxes for a peaceful Up North getaway.

Spend your mornings sipping coffee with a lake view, afternoons swimming from the beach or exploring Ossie by kayak, and evenings soaking in the hot tub, unwinding in the sauna, or gathering around the fire. ✨

Perfect for family vacations, retreats, fishing trips, fall getaways, or a long-overdue weekend at the lake with friends.

✨ Sleeps up to 12
🏖️ Private sandy beach
♨️ Hot tub + traditional sauna
🛶 Kayaks + paddleboards
🔥 Lakeside fire pit
🏓 Game room with ping pong
⚓️ Private dock + on crystal clear Ossawinnamakee
🐾 Pet-friendly

With this home newly available, now’s your chance to snag some of the best dates on the calendar.

🏡 Be among the first to stay at Anchored on Ossie.

Book your stay: https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1757391582504459708?guests=1&adults=1&s=67&unique_share_id=c27318a2-6f78-4bb1-ba5f-6636896a1ec6

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