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TV, video games, DVD player, books
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 651 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Esko, MN
  • Jay Cooke State Park
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Black Bear Casino
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Spirit Mountain
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

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About the area

Esko

In Esko .Stay at this Esko cottage and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Jay Cooke State Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Saint Louis River. Esko Historical Society Museum and Northridge Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Jay Cooke State Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Black Bear Casino - 13 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Spirit Mountain - 15 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Lake Superior & Mississippi Railroad Historic Train Ride - 19 min drive - 21.9 km
  • Miller Hill Mall - 26 min drive - 30.9 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo House - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lost Tavern - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬13 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.

Jay Cooke Cottage: Privacy in the woods, pet friendly park like yard & fire pit

Come and enjoy the entire jay cooke cottage in the woods on Jay Cooke Rd right outside of the official state park markers. We are in a rural area in the small town of Esko, MN. It is a family friendly community with mostly acre plus yards.

A few miles down the road you will find yourself in Jay cooke state park with the northlands beloved superior hiking trail (SHT) and the munger trail hoasting several miles of smooth blacktop paths for biking and rollerblading.

The tall pines surrounding the cottage are between 60 to 70 feet tall, helping you get your nature and tree therapy to recharge.

The quiet neighborhood will help you enjoy star filled nights by the fire pit, With sounds of up north nature and wildlife.
We have six camp chairs, with outdoor and patio furniture to enjoy the outdoor vibe you are coming to find. This is your escape from the cities hustle and bustle but close enough to the craft district for delicious grub and our famous local brews made from sweet lake superior water.

Jay Cooke Cottage invites all outdoor enthusiasts to partake in snowmobiling, hiking, biking, x country skiing, disc golf, horse trails, snowshoeing, fishing, rock hounding and great photography. Also
Jay cooke cottage is close to Spirit Mt and Mont Du Lac for year round activities and events.

We are a kid and dog friendly cottage. Esko is on the outskirts of Duluth in a very safe and family friendly neighborhood. The community boasts large properties with privacy and safety.

There is a shortcut to Duluth through the jay cooke state park down to chambers grove park, mission creek, Hwy 23, st louis river, and the boy scout boat landing with two docks.

Our kitchen is supplied with any utensil you would need to cook a meal for your whole family or group.
If you love camping in the jay cooke state park but want the comforts of home with a private acre yard you will love the our jay cooke cottage.

We have a coffee pot that brews by the pot or uses k-pods. If you wish to cook outside we have a charcoal grill and freestanding grill for over the fire pit.

The cottage was freshly redone in 2024 including local nature art, Himalayan salt lamps, secondary lighting, essential oil diffusers and a zen with nature vibe.

Our cottage does NOT have any cameras for you and your groups privacy.

We enjoy helping others discover the area living a few miles away.
~Mike and Andrea

Property manager

Mike Tegethoff

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 550 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Please make sure the 49.00 pet fee is paid.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 4051133

Jay Cooke Cottage: Privacy in the woods, pet friendly park like yard & fire pit Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rob S., Coon Rapids

Liked: Cleanliness
Jay Cooke Cottage
This was a very nice place to stay. The area was quiet. You're 4 miles Jay Cooke State Park. The owners were very friendly and informative.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marillizet K.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location to Jay Cooke Park!
I had some issues with being new to VRBO but they were helpful through it.The house is right down the road from Jay Cooke Park and it’s SO cute.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall good experience
Went up for snowmobiling, it’s really close to some good trails.wasn’t a big deal but had a little issue with some plumbing that was totally out of their control and not their fault . But they went above and beyond and they took care of it asap and gave us gift card for a local restaurant for the inconvenience. We will rent again when/ if come back up for snowmobiling
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raku S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean!
Cute place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaia E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pre-Semester Get Away
I wanted a nice little place to stay and unwind before classes started for the semester. I found this cute little listing and became incredibly excited! I really enjoyed the place and the area! Its a nice little spot if you’re looking to relax, read, watch movies, and nap! I look forward to staying here again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

scott d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute winterland cottage
A cozy and quiet place nestled in the woods. The perfect getaway! Great, responsive communication, great hiking and wonderful spring water near by. We had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazingly accommodating
The hosts were amazingly accommodating! Our trip was delayed due to weather and they were able to extend our stay and help us out greatly. The property was very private and comfortable and nice for our dogs. It was incredibly clean and we would recommend staying there to anyone. We look forward to staying again in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect and cozy.
Stayed for only one night but was a perfect cozy getaway. Host was very kind and informative about the area and very responsive. Was a amazing experience.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jillian W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick Christmas Getaway
We absolutely enjoyed our 2 night stay. I surprised the family with a quick getaway as an early Christmas gift. Mike & Andrea were great. About a week or so before our stay they sent us things to do in the area and they were in communication with us the whole trip to make sure everything was going well. The cottage is the cutest little place and very clean and accommodating. Except for the groceries they had everything we could possibly have needed including a Christmas tree for the holiday season. We would absolutely stay there again on our next trip to the Duluth/Superior area.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cole J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great hosts and place
The hosts were very communicative before arrival with ideas, experiences, and links to various locations. Also very helpful with any questions or concerns. I would definitely stay again and highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
Cabin was perfect for our quick weekend getaway. Close enough to the city but far enough to be peaceful and relaxing. Fantastic communications
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryann T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
We went up north for the weekend & couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay! We did so much exploring in the area, especially loved how close jay Cooke state park was & munger trail. Food/shops were nearby as well which was nice. Loved how cute & cozy this cottage in the woods was!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jodi A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful comfy retreat
Adoreable little place, with everything needed for comfort. We had some fires and they did have some fire starters, wood and chairs for us.they had some essential oils and cute diffuser, an air cleaner and fans in each room. Very close to jay Cooke state park, quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

brenna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Space for 3 humans and a dog
Cozy indoor space for 3 humans nad a dog. Plenty of room outside ! Convenient location to access many spots (Jay Cooke , Mont Du Lac, 35)
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy, quiet stay!
Lovely spot minutes from Jay Cooke. Had a really nice night under the stars aside the fire after a solid day of hiking. Very accomodating!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vonnie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Memories
This cozy small house was a perfect fit for little getaway with our daughter and son in law. It was fun to just get away for a few days and make some memories. It was a short drive to Duluth. The cottage was very clean and had everything we needed. The hosts were very friendly and accommodating. We will come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marian D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peacful Base Camp
Location was perfect for exploring Duluth and North Shore. A peaceful place to come back to in the evening.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

TessmerMeats

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
Property was very nice, super clean. A little short on cooking supplies, only 4 coffee cups, no mixing bowl.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay in Esko
We had a wonderful time staying at this nice home in Esko, which was close to a beautiful park, quiet and in the trees and a short drive to Duluth. Highly recommend this place. The hosts were friendly and easy to communicate with. We were a day delayed and they even offered us a free day next time we come to make up for the day we missed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing trip
If you want a safe and private place to stay and get a chance to fish lake superior this place is fantastic, about 30 minutes from a well kept boat launch. The host was very helpful and the cabin was perfect for our group. I will be back again to catch more fish next year for sure. If you want a great stay at a great price you cant go wrong. Thanks again to the host.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Review
Very nice place to stay and very amazing people even went out of their way to mail us our baby blanket we had left there 😊 I would definitely recommend to stay here if you ever visit this area
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little getaway
Our little family loved this cozy place! Easy to find, close to highways to get to Duluth, and not far from Jay Cooke State Park. Stocked kitchen, firewood and comfy beds. Communication was great and welcoming! Highly suggest doing this over getting a hotel room. Our oldest has already been asking when we’ll come back. ☺️
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy, clean and close to everything we needed!
I loved this home and it was perfect for myself and my two small dogs. They loved the yard and I appreciated the clean, cozy home with modern decor and everything we needed. It’s close to the highway to Duluth or Cloquet, yet tucked away on a private lot near the state park and beautiful trails!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

jay j.

Liked: Cleanliness
Superior
Awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024