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Secluded Serenity - Rustic Cabin Nestled in the Northwoods

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Snow and ski sports
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Cotton, MN
  • Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort
  • U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Iron Range Off-Highway Vehicle State Recreation Area
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.)
    ‪81 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Makinen

This cabin places you 15.9 mi (25.7 km) from Superior National Forest and 21.5 mi (34.5 km) from Paul Wellstone Memorial & Historic Site. The cabin includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Veterans Park Ely Lake Beach - 42 min drive - 25.2 miles
  • U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame - 43 min drive - 27.7 miles
  • Iron Range Off-Highway Vehicle State Recreation Area - 50 min drive - 30.6 miles
  • Virginia Golf Course - 54 min drive - 34.9 miles
  • Biwabik City Park - 60 min drive - 40.5 miles

Getting around

  • Hibbing, MN (HIB-Chisholm-Hibbing) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Melrude Pub - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Secluded Serenity - Rustic Cabin Nestled in the Northwoods

Unplug and unwind at our beautiful rustic cabin located on 20 private acres with thousands of acres of state land beyond! Enjoy all that nature has to offer! After a long day of outdoor recreation, you can relax in the authentic Finnish wood burning sauna.

Other things to do:
- Enjoy the many ATV, snowmobile, mountain biking and hiking trails nearby, including some trails that can be accessed from the property.
- Public Lake Access is located 1 mile away to Morcom Lake for fishing or kayaking
- Grill outdoors or roast marshmallows over the fire
- Duluth and Cloquet are approximately 45 mins away for shopping and entertainment
- Explore Giant’s Ridge Recreational area located 50 minutes away
- Deer hunting and excellent grouse hunting (a waiver must be signed prior so please let us know if you would like to hunt on the property)

Important Information to Read Prior to Booking:
- There is no running water or bathroom INSIDE of the cabin. **There is an outhouse on site. We also have a high powered well located outside of the cabin to pump clean water for dishes, cooking, showering, etc.**
- The well water is clean but it does contain lots of iron. **We recommend bringing drinking water.**
- It has been an extremely wet season. We have fumigated for bugs multiple times, but the bugs can still get pretty bad at night. **We recommend bringing layers, some bug spray or nets for your comfort.**
- Wood for outside fires and the sauna is provided.
- There is no shower at this time. We do have a camp shower that can be hung up outside the sauna. We also like to rinse off/shower with cold water after a nice sauna session as a way to clean off as well. Get creative!

We are just a message away if you need anything or have any questions. We are excited to share our beautiful cabin with you!
The cabin is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a coffee maker and a dining table.

Property manager

Travis Schumacher

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 3 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

Will I be able to park at this cabin?

No, this cabin doesn't offer parking.

Is this cabin adjacent to a casino?

No, this cabin is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cabin?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cabin.

Is Secluded Serenity - Rustic Cabin Nestled in the Northwoods a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this cabin will appreciate amenities like a kitchen as well as a sauna and a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Secluded Serenity - Rustic Cabin Nestled in the Northwoods?

No, but this cabin does have a sauna.

Does this cabin include breakfast service?

No, this cabin doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cabin allow pets to stay for free?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cabin.

Are there connecting rooms at this cabin?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cabin.

Where is the closest airport to this cabin?

The closest major airport to this cabin is Hibbing, MN (HIB-Chisholm-Hibbing), which is about 23.7 mi away. Another top airport is Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.), which is around 30 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Secluded Serenity - Rustic Cabin Nestled in the Northwoods?

Yes, every cabin at Secluded Serenity - Rustic Cabin Nestled in the Northwoods comes with a deck.

Secluded Serenity - Rustic Cabin Nestled in the Northwoods Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 195 out of 213 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 213 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 213 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 213 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 213 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Darrin K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another great stay

We keep coming back to this property year after year, and we have a great time every year. It’s great to unplug and unwind for a few days, and this is a great place to do that. They provide everything needed to make this laid back weekend easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eli N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Miscommunication, redeemed

This is one of the most incredible places we could ever stay: it's gorgeous, comfortable, well-maintained, and remote. Unfortunately I mis-read the message from the host, and didn't realize the sauna was out of commission. My partner and I had stayed here two years ago, and this was the (sole) reason for our return. We had anticipated a week of isolation and rustic enjoyment, but only stayed one night. To his credit, Travis was understanding and apologetic, and we received an immediate refund. The communication from Vrbo was confusing, but thanks to quick action on everyone's part we were able to salvage something of the vacation we'd planned. Thank you, Travis. Your place is lovely and we appreciate how careful and communicative you are. Hope your sauna's steaming again soon. We will come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

amanda r.

Liked: Cleanliness

Winter Bog Adventure

Was cute and cozy. The location was great for easy access to the bog for winter birding adventure
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vitali Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

I’m here third time, the best cabin
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Winter Wonderland

We have stayed here multiple winters. Love the new stove/oven and wood stove. Fabulous collection of LPs. Enjoyed skiing, playing with the dogs and birding at Sax-Zim Bog.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

H K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lars A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just as Described

Cute little cabin in the woods, very private. Great sauna and beatiful woodsy area. Be sure to make spend Friday night at the Whistlestop for the meat raffle and playing Bingo! Thanks so much for sharing your cabin with us. John and Wenid
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect solitude

Was looking for a place to just disconnect this cute little cabin definitely fits the bill. Peace quiet and natures beauty, what a wonderful place, sorry we only stayed 2 days. Next time at least a week thank you for sharing your piece of heaven.....
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Boys Weekend

We had a great boys weekend exploring the woods and sweating in the sauna. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another perfect getaway

Stayed here once again, and once again we had the perfect time! One of our favorite places to be!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay near Sax Zim bog

We stayed here three nights while we birded at Sax Zim bog. It’s a cute comfy cabin! Disappointed we didn’t take the time to try the sauna but maybe next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little get away….

This is our second time staying here. Property is rustic and very quiet. Tending the wood fire, and using the sauna were the highlights of our trip. We are looking forward to next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivia K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Quiet Getway

This cabin was nothing short of amazing. From the drive in to the cabin it was beautiful. We visited when the temps were -15. The fire place was great along with the steamy sauna. They had plenty of firewood for use. The kitchen was fully stocked with whatever utensils needed. Coffee pot, microwave, toaster, and crock pot to use. Plenty of extra blankets if needed. We loved sleeping up in the loft area, it was the coziest spot! We loved that they had board games and books. They had plenty do lights outside, especially leading to the bathroom which was nice. This cabin stay was the perfect quiet getaway we were looking for. If you are look to escape the hectic city life and disconnect, this cabin is the place for you. Thank you for sharing this place with us, we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

H K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Winter Getaway

This place was exactly what I was looking for! Peaceful quiet nights with a beautiful property to explore during the day. It was wonderful finding a cabin with a sauna; it made the stay that much better! Will be back for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vitali Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

It was amazing! Sauna great!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittany D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Stay!

We had a great time on our quiet weekend away and our dogs loved exploring the trails! We would live to come back for a longer stay :)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kris K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cool place

Had a great time at this cabin. Communication with the owners was super easy and they were very responsive. It was just what we were looking for.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cabin get away.

Nice get away. Quiet location. Cute cabin. Sauna was a nice addition.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tara W.

Liked: Cleanliness

super cute & quiet

The cabin was super cute & quiet. Perfect for a weekend getaway & the sauna was lovely. The host was immediately available via phone when we had a question, which was greatly appreciated!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great fall grouse hunting trip

The cabin was great and the hunting was even better. It had everything we needed. The sauna was great. Definitely plan to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Grouse camp 2023!

We had a great stay! The cabin was remote and cozy just as expected. The sauna was a very welcome treat. Night time camp fires were wonderful and we got to hear wolves. Being able to hunt grouse right out the door was great and we saw several on the road within the property. Thank you a great fall get away!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy U.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful Getaway Spot

While the weather did not exactly cooperate (lots of rain) we really enjoyed our stay. We appreciated the remote location and the quiet forest setting, perfect for relaxing after busy days visiting family in the area. Cabin was cozy, clean, and exactly as we expected. Thank you Jana and Arnold!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nickolas K.

Liked: Cleanliness

A cabin in the woods

It’s an interesting and fun location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023