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North Shore Timber Home ~ Minutes To Town ~ Many Acres of Privacy!

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5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 15232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Duluth, MN
  • University of Minnesota Duluth
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Duluth Entertainment Convention Center
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Bayfront Festival Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

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About the area

Duluth

In Duluth .You'll find McQuade Small Craft Harbor and Lake Superior within 2 miles (3 km) of this vacation home. Also, French River Hatchery is within 3 miles (5 km) and Brighton Beach Park is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Glensheen Historic Estate - 14 min drive
  • University of Minnesota Duluth - 15 min drive
  • Duluth Entertainment Convention Center - 18 min drive
  • Bayfront Festival Park - 19 min drive
  • AMSOIL Arena - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Billy's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Breeze Inn - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪New Scenic Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lighthouse On Homestead - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Clearwater Grille - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

North Shore Timber Home ~ Minutes To Town ~ Many Acres of Privacy!

Just 3 miles from City of Duluth, 3/4 mile from Lake Superior, near many rivers, & sight seeing areas along the North Shore. Perfect for your family get togethers. Very family friendly!

Relax and enjoy close proximity to the North Shore & its sightseeing and yet only a few minutes from the City of Duluth! You will appreciate the rustic natural wood timbers, stone/tile & the heart of an authentic log cabin. The living room has a Danish wood burning soapstone fireplace. The formal dining room has 2 tables that will seat up to 12 people with the option of heated tiled floor. The main floor also has a bedroom and hand crafted stone tiled bathroom.

All 3 levels each have a bath & bedroom(s). Master bedroom offers a queen bed and a guest bedroom suite which also has a queen size bed (accessed w/french doors from master bedroom). The lower level walkout has 3 bedrooms (2 queens & a king). The exterior features a large covered deck with grill and tables for dining and looks out onto the private property surrounded by trees.

The property has a gentle slope & children enjoy sledding in the winter. You may see deer on the property or evidence of them frolicking in the yard while you were out skiing or sightseeing.

The property is not located on Lake Superior, but is less than a mile from the McQuade Safe Harbor/Boat launch on Lake Superior.

High speed internet!

**This property is not handicapped accessible. And there are many steps that lead up to the house from the parking area.

Keywords: Timber Home

Property manager

Loren Johnston

Languages

English, Norwegian, Swedish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Please smoke outdoors away from the building.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2500 sq ft (232 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
  • Note from host: Contact owner. Pet fee is $100 for each pet.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Note from host: We do not allow parties / events / weddings.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: We do not allow parties / events / weddings. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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North Shore Timber Home ~ Minutes To Town ~ Many Acres of Privacy! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 231 out of 248 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 248 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 248 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

melissa c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday Weekend Retreat
We truly enjoyed our stay at the North Shore Timber Lodge. Our only regret is that it wasn't longer! There were plenty of bedrooms for everyone, and we were able to cook a delicious Christmas dinner. We would love to come back and take advantage of the beautiful porch, which feels like an additional living area. We liked that we weren't in the middle of Duluth but could reach downtown in just 10 minutes. If you are looking for a unique property, this one will be sure to wow you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy haven in the woods
The entire stay was a dream and the cabin was so amazing and more beautiful than we expected. The cleanliness was top notch and we appreciated all of the extra linens available. When we arrived all the lights were turned on making it feel like we were arriving at home. The host was really communicative and made extra sure everything was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas celebration for my family
We had a fantastic weekend at the home for our Christmas celebration. The property accommodated our 15 family members and three was everything we needed on site! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pavane B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic home and stellar host!
This is such a beautiful property! The log home is so pretty and cozy. Very well appointed kitchen, and this is from cooks/foodies. We brought a lot of our own cookware/implements, but wouldn't have needed them at all! Impressive. The bathrooms where very nice (do you love deep clawfoot tubs?) this is the place for you! The outdoor space was amazing with tons of seating space and very nice griddle top grill. We stayed right before Xmas and would love to come back in the summer to enjoy the outdoor porch! Definitely would stay again. Highly recommend! Oh, and the host went out of his way to mail us something we left behind which was extremely appreciated!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place!!
Beautiful home with everything you need. Family had a great weekend!! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing cabin
We loved our stay! Beautiful cabin, beautiful property! We want to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Escape!
Spent the weekend there with 8 friends and had a great stay! The property is clean and cozy. We loved how close we could still go downtown Duluth for the day and return back to comfort. Will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great stay
It was beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirby L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect group housing
We had an amazing stay at Timber Home! The photos don't do the place justice -- it was very clean and fit all of our group (10 people) perfectly. We had dinners on the porch and really appreciated the various supplies (baking dishes/cooking utensils) that ensured we had everything we needed for cooking/baking. The yard was a great spot for a picnic and we saw the northern lights our first night. Additionally, the location was perfect for accessing Duluth but allowing us some privacy. Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Family Gathering
The Timber Home was wonderful! Communication with the host was easy and response was prompt. The host even suggested a couple of sites in the area that we enjoyed checking out. The accommodations were great! Very clean and comfortable! Plenty of room for our family in a beautiful setting! Would highly recommend and hope to return sometime.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Getaway
Had a fantastic weekend at Timber Home! It easily fit our group of 11 with extra room. Plenty of bed space and seats at the tables. The place was cozy but never felt cramped. So helpful to have a bathroom on all floors. We didn't end up using the firepit--but greatly appreciated the wood left behind for us to use! The property was beautiful and breathtaking as you pull up . The wagon was so helpful to transport supplies from parking area to the house. Initially we were a little worried about this process, but it is really not a long distance we barely noticed! Loren was very responsive and made check in and check out simple. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen G., SAINT PAUL

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for families
We will return! Very quiet and private. There was a bedroom for everyone and we really enjoyed the outdoor spaces.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Together time
Perfect north shore feel! Nice space to visit...amazing deck! Was very well stocked for anything we could need and more. Beds were so comfortable. The motion lights on the stable concrete walk/steps to the house were very nice. That walk gave the place an even more secluded private feel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monte E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Labor Day Weekend Stay
A very roomy & comfortable VRBO. Tucked away in the woods, it is very private, yet still close to many sites to see in Duluth & up the North Shore. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madalyn T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding weekend
Amazing perfict for our small wedding family stay. Had room for all of us, great kittchen and love love love the deck, spent most of our time there relaxing. Would go back and have family get togethers! Nice and quiet to in the woods!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Experience
My family very much enjoyed our stay here and we would gladly come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Multi-Generational Get-Away
Great location to all North Shore attractions. Lots of outdoor space for kids. The wrap around deck was a favorite hangout space.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James Y., Stillwater MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Loren & family are always great.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nola M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
We loved Timber Home and will return! The tranquility and beauty of the home and surroundings is breathtaking!!! Wish we would have booked longer. Communication was great and the book provided helped with our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing escape.
Enjoyed our stay. at base forour group of friends to
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan O., Dundas

Liked: Cleanliness
In the middle of Nature
A wonderful time was had by our extended family of 12. The kitchen was awesome for our collection of chefs. Everything you could think of was there, including an amazing coffee bar. Our favorite place to dine was at the long tables on the huge porch with a Blackstone grill at the ready! The house is convenient to activites in Duluth as well as up the North Shore. Our favorite lake was Island lake. A mere 20 minutes inland. Thank you!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful weekend in the woods
Our group stayed at the house for just a weekend, but we all wished it had been longer! We had a group of 11 and the house slept us all comfortably. There was plenty of room for event to sit and chat, have meals, and enjoy the peaceful privacy of the property. The host, Loren, was very responsive and helpful throughout the rental process, even providing an extra wagon to help get everything up to the house. We would absolutely recommend renting this house!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing north shore getaway!
This property was Amazing. It accommodated our entire group with plenty of space. Every single thing we needed for cooking was at our disposal and very well organized. I have absolutely no gripes about anything! The owner lives close by and was an incredible host. We go on family vacations every year and pick a cabin. We've never experienced the hospitality and attention to detail we had from this wonderful owner. I would recommend this spot to anyone! Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Family Home
The house was wonderful. We spent a lot of time on the covered porch. We also enjoyed the ping pong table. The kitchen was well stocked. The little kids enjoyed throwing stones off of the bridge into the creek! We would highly recommend. Maybe add on the listing that there is an available port a crib.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024