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Cedar Cliff Retreat - Stunning 1920's Craftsman on Lake Superior Shore

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Exterior
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Interior
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 20

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Lutsen, MN
  • Superior National Golf Course
    2 min drive
  • North Shore Winery
    3 min drive
  • Oberg Mountain Loop
    9 min drive
  • Grand Marais, MN (GRM-Cook County)
    40 min drive

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About the area

Lutsen

On lake.Within a 5-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Lake Superior and Superior National Forest. Superior National Golf Course and Ray Berglund State Wayside are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Superior National Golf Course - 2 min drive
  • North Shore Winery - 3 min drive
  • Lutsen Mountains - 8 min drive
  • Oberg Mountain Loop - 9 min drive
  • Alpine Slide - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 112 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bluefin Grille - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Coho Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Moguls Grille & Tap Room - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fika Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Papa Charlie's Saloon & Grill - ‬5 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.

Cedar Cliff Retreat - Stunning 1920's Craftsman on Lake Superior Shore

Cedar Cliff is located on a dead-end road that runs along the Lake Superior shore. From the moment you walk through the doors of this incredible home, you will feel transformed.

The magnificent great room with a massive Carlton Peak fireplace has an antique dining room table that seats 12 and a drop-leaf English table that can seat 6 more. Two large screened-in porches flank this room and the windows that run its length have window seats for bird watching and reading or lake gazing. French doors in the middle open to the stairway that leads down to the water. The north shore is known for its craggy rocks and vistas and our shoreline offers a private experience of this magnificent place.

A fully-equipped kitchen has a six-burner, professional restaurant stove and connects to a charming breakfast nook and pantry. The six bedrooms are comfortably furnished with antiques, fine linens and local artwork. The bedrooms are set to the back of the house affording privacy and separation from group activities in the great room.

Cedar Cliff is a unique environment for your north shore vacation, combining old fashioned relaxation with modern amenities and many local attractions. For special events -please inquire.

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Property manager

Kathy

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Spices
  • Coffee grinder
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen island

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Video library
  • Books

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Sailing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Fishing 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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Ask for pet registration form

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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. Parties and events are allowed on site. 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.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Cedar Cliff Retreat - Stunning 1920's Craftsman on Lake Superior Shore Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 124 out of 147 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 147 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 147 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 147 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 147 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Julie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding stay
We stayed at this property for 4 days and it was perfect, the view is amazing, it’s bigger in person than what the pictures show. it was very spacious, the campfire area was beautiful, its very quiet but we did have a stranger walk up on the property though so make sure you are locking the doors!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Warren N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nolt family reunion
4th time back to Cedar Cliff ! It is the best !
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Retreat!
We were a group of 11 ladies who’ve been visiting the north shore for decades. This was our first stay at Cedar Cliff and we thoroughly enjoyed the place. We utilized the large dining table morning and night. There are plenty of dishes, utensils, cookware and bedding. We brought an extra coffee maker since we had a larger group. We also enjoyed both screen porches, large living room and direct access to the lake. Getting down the wood stairs to the fire pit/lake was difficult for some of our older ladies but the others enjoyed sitting at the lake’s edge. It’s especially beautiful at sunrise. We were comfortable in the numerous beds and bedrooms. We split showers between evening and night since there are only two. This property is just a few miles from Lutsen Mt and maybe 20-25 min from Grand Marais. We will be staying here in the future! Beautiful property and amazing home!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

chrissie d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual north shore trip
Fun weekend with my children and grandchildren
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dylan T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
The house was fun an eclectic. Lake access and view were amazing. Plenty of space for our family reunion.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness
On Golden Pond perfect house
Cedar Cliff is a charming home from another time. Great attention has been paid to details...the furniture, the lamps, the well-organized and furnished kitchen. The two screened porches were great for relaxing and reading. The views of the lake were suburb! We had a red full moon and red rising sun thanks to the haze. They were spectacular. And, the location, in Lutsen was perfect for hikes on all the rivers.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Steve B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
GREAT LOCATION PROPERTY HAS LITTLE TO NO UP KEEP
COULD HAVE BEEN MUCH MORE, OWNER SHOWED UP AND WAS VERY RUDE ABOUT US USING FULL DRIVE FOR PARKING. PROPERTY WAS VERY DATED AND NOT WELL KEPT, COULLD BE FANTASTIC WITH A LITTLE MAINTENANCE.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Gem on the North Shore to Stay!
We always enjoy coming to Cedar Cliff for our annual gathering. This was our 8th time here in the past 10 years. Never grows old (and never do we!). The place is so charming and spacious for our large group of friends. We designate one of the porches for our jigsaw puzzle that we work on and the other porch for reading and relaxation. So great that we can all eat around the large table. The place is stocked with plenty of dishes and cookware. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family 2024
Lovely property. Room for all. It is however, very dark inside . We cooked dinner each day for 12. The oven would not stay lit after the first few days of our stay, so we improvised. I was not able to bake the huge box of brownie mix! We did enjoy the space. Thank you!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane L., Eden Prairie

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful setting
Our family of 12 enjoyed our stay at this beautiful cottage to celebrate birthdays. The setting right on the shore of Lake Superior can’t be beat. The fire pit is fabulous and we all enjoyed exploring down on the rocks and waterfalls. Enjoyed cooking together, sharing meals & playing games at the fabulous large dining table. What a fun weekend we had.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanna S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home
Great location and unique and spacious home
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend away
My now wife and I got married at Gooseberry Falls State Park, and stayed at the Cedar Cliff Retreat with our closest friends and family over the wedding weekend. It's the perfect place to showcase the north shore. We had friends visiting from Argentina to Alaska, and all were blown away by the beauty of the house and the surrounding area. The house is well equipped for a large group. There are plenty of plates, cups, utensils, towels, a large fridge, oven, cabinet space, etc.There are instruments in the closet that were enjoyed by a few guests. It really amplified the vibes for the weekend :) The fire pit by the water is deluxe, and the rocky shore has some great spots to jump in! The listing says events allowed - make sure to notify the property owner if you plan to have an event! After a little confusion and explaining to the local property manager, the property owner was very understanding and everything turned out ok! I want to say thank you to both for understanding. Our wedding weekend was absolutely perfect. The Cedar Cliff Retreat is a space that makes you slow down and connect with those around you. The main focus is the large, central gathering space with plenty of seating. Sitting around, laughing, and catching up with old friends is really what you are supposed to be doing. It was a weekend to celebrate love, and it wouldn't have been possible without the Cedar Cliff Retreat. Thank you again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Stay
I cannot be more happy with our stay. We rented Cedar Cliff as a smaller alternative for our wedding. The space was large and accommodated all our guests and wedding dinner. The large table in the Grand Room was PERFECT! The location on the cliffs was amazing for our ceremony and photos. Perfect Day. If we have a question, the hosts were super responsive to all our needs. Will be back for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Wendie B.

Beautiful home for a large group!
We rented this home to celebrate our parents 50th wedding anniversary. There were 15 of us, ranging from ages 14-69. The house provided most of what we needed for our stay... a bed for everyone and multiple bathrooms. The house stays true to its age and authenticity, meaning little to no updates, and leans more towards the "rustic" side. (No dishwasher, washer/dryer, etc, small bathrooms, etc... which was fine by us.) If you want to keep a fire going, be sure to purchase and/or bring lots of firewood. We loved the lake views and the large family gathering rooms! No need to bring bottled water, as the well water is delicious! We thoroughly enjoyed the location, size, character, and comfort of this beautiful home!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul H., Eden Prairie

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Holiday Gathering
Our family of 8 had a wonderful stay at this Lake Superior gem. The location is incredible. Everything we needed was stocked and ready to go. We enjoyed the 'bones' of this 1930's era house. Grateful to have had a great experience that provided memories for decades.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Deb B., Ely, Minnesota, USA

Disliked: Cleanliness
Dirty
Dirty floors, dusty, rotting wood floor under toilet tank, oven worked and then it didn't. Inconsistent check-in, check-out instructions. We will not be returning to this rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great north shore retreat
Loved the house and 2 screen porches
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Claudia W.

Review
Great location…incredible views…rustic cabin but needs more lighting…beautiful fireplace!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual Family Stay on North Shore
The property location and outdoors are perfect. Was wonderful to all be able to sit around the dining table. The charm can’t be beat!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Kevin S.

Cedar Cliff Family Stay
We stayed for 3 nights in August 2023 with a group of 16 adults and 3 young children (aged 10 moths to 4 years). The group included Minnesotans and family from Spain on their first trip to Minnesota. Cedar Cliff is a wonderful property and setting. A few things were a little "rough around the edges", but then it is an historic kind of property with it's own type of charm. Overall we enjoyed the stay and had a great time together. We would definitely stay again, especially if we had another large group.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Delia D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home away from home
We loved every minute of our stay. The views are endless. The screen porches are stunning. The kitchen was well equipped for our group of ten. The house is lovely in every way. I would love to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex T.

Liked: Cleanliness
50th Anniversary
We stayed here five years ago for my wife's parents 45th and liked it so much we came again for the 50th. We love the house and the location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lizbeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
A lodge- like house in a perfect location with wonderful views. We plan to return when we have groups to gather somewhere
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023