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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8120.8 sq m
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Sleeping Room
4 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Lower Level Bath
Toilet · Shower only
Main Level Bath
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Comfortable, Family & Dog friendly home for outdoor lovers
If you are an outdoor enthusiast looking to enjoy all Minnesota has to offer, the Red Dirt Digs is the place for you! A short ride away for the Cuyuna Lakes Recreational Region's main trailhead, this charming home has been lovingly renovated and decorated to create a warm, and inviting space that offers flexibility for many different kinds of travelers. Located just outside the Cuyuna Lakes Recreation Area, we are happy to share this hidden gem with you!
The home contains plenty of room for up to 8 guests. Two main level bedrooms have a queen bed each separated by a full bathroom. Main Level also includes front and back entryways, Living/Dining (with cozy gas fireplace), full Kitchen and access to spacious deck. Lower level offers an open sleeping area with four extra long twin beds for maximum flexibility, luggage area, small family/game room, laundry and 3/4 bathroom. All beds are memory foam and there are a variety of pillows to mix and match to your liking.
The backyard is yours to enjoy. There is a fire pit, charcoal grill, snorkel gear and a few yard games for your use.
1.5 Car garage offers space for one car to park if you wish with bike rack and lockable bike storage. There is a parking pad to side of garage and street parking as well.
We are permitted through the City of Ironton and licensed with the MN Department of Health so you can feel comfortable that our building and safety standards are top notch.
The Cuyuna Lakes Recreation Region offers exciting/world-class mountain bike trails for all seasons, pristine tree-lined lakes perfect for kayaking or paddle-boarding, deep mining lakes with great scuba diving and wonderful trout fishing. Winter lovers will enjoy easy access to snowmobile trails and close proximity to wonderful cross country skiing and ice fishing.
The cities of Crosby/Ironton have much to offer if you are looking for an authentic small-town feel. We have two lovely coffee shops, brewery, restaurants, antique shopping, lovely city park with beach and great kids play area, skate park, and bike repair/outdoor sport equipment rental for your convenience.
*****June 1st, 2020: In an effort to run the business we love while doing our best to provide safe accommodations, we will be implementing to following policies:
-1 day minimum spacing between guests to allow for additional cleaning time and care.
-Above and beyond our normal rigorous cleaning standards, we will be disinfecting frequently touched surfaces such as light switches, door knobs, remotes, faucets, etc.
-Per usual, we wash all towels, cloths and bedding between guests.
-Operate using the recommended CDC and Airbnb guidelines as outlined here:
https://www.airbnb.com/resources/hosting-homes/a/cleaning-guidelines-to-help-prevent-the-spread-of-covid-19-163
-We will do our best to provide guests with additional essential amenities as best we can (sanitizer, wipes) in addition to the typically provided items (soap, tissues, paper towels, etc.) so guests have the means to take additional precautions during their stay if they so choose.
If you have issues booking or are looking for specific concessions, please reach out to the host!*****
The home contains plenty of room for up to 8 guests. Two main level bedrooms have a queen bed each separated by a full bathroom. Main Level also includes front and back entryways, Living/Dining (with cozy gas fireplace), full Kitchen and access to spacious deck. Lower level offers an open sleeping area with four extra long twin beds for maximum flexibility, luggage area, small family/game room, laundry and 3/4 bathroom. All beds are memory foam and there are a variety of pillows to mix and match to your liking.
The backyard is yours to enjoy. There is a fire pit, charcoal grill, snorkel gear and a few yard games for your use.
1.5 Car garage offers space for one car to park if you wish with bike rack and lockable bike storage. There is a parking pad to side of garage and street parking as well.
We are permitted through the City of Ironton and licensed with the MN Department of Health so you can feel comfortable that our building and safety standards are top notch.
The Cuyuna Lakes Recreation Region offers exciting/world-class mountain bike trails for all seasons, pristine tree-lined lakes perfect for kayaking or paddle-boarding, deep mining lakes with great scuba diving and wonderful trout fishing. Winter lovers will enjoy easy access to snowmobile trails and close proximity to wonderful cross country skiing and ice fishing.
The cities of Crosby/Ironton have much to offer if you are looking for an authentic small-town feel. We have two lovely coffee shops, brewery, restaurants, antique shopping, lovely city park with beach and great kids play area, skate park, and bike repair/outdoor sport equipment rental for your convenience.
*****June 1st, 2020: In an effort to run the business we love while doing our best to provide safe accommodations, we will be implementing to following policies:
-1 day minimum spacing between guests to allow for additional cleaning time and care.
-Above and beyond our normal rigorous cleaning standards, we will be disinfecting frequently touched surfaces such as light switches, door knobs, remotes, faucets, etc.
-Per usual, we wash all towels, cloths and bedding between guests.
-Operate using the recommended CDC and Airbnb guidelines as outlined here:
https://www.airbnb.com/resources/hosting-homes/a/cleaning-guidelines-to-help-prevent-the-spread-of-covid-19-163
-We will do our best to provide guests with additional essential amenities as best we can (sanitizer, wipes) in addition to the typically provided items (soap, tissues, paper towels, etc.) so guests have the means to take additional precautions during their stay if they so choose.
If you have issues booking or are looking for specific concessions, please reach out to the host!*****
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Ironton
Ironton is home to this holiday home. Traditions at Cuyuna Falls Mini Golf and The Lakes are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Paul Bunyan Land and Paul Bunyan Scenic Byway. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging, ice skating and snowmobiling.

Ironton, MN
What's nearby
- Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Cuyuna Lakes Trail - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Crosby Memorial Park - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
- Brainerd International Raceway - 38 min drive - 43.2 km
- Gull Lake - 43 min drive - 47.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Dairy Queen - 13 min walk
- Cuyuna Brewing Company - 2 min drive
- Bridge Tavern - 10 min drive
- Midway Bar - 18 min walk
- The Hudson Smokehouse - 2 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
3 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ronda B.
1 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ronda B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kellie H.
7 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kellie H.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Krista B.
21 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Krista B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brian K.
16 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brian K.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dawn I.
4 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Dawn I.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Shelly W.
19 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shelly W.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tina W.
10 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, comfortable home
Tina W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jake N.
12 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cuyuna trails weekend
Jake N.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Paige B.
5 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location perfect for what we needed
Paige B.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Joe H.
3 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Red dirt playground
Joe H.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Josie S.
19 June 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable for family stay with kids!
Josie S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mai Anh H.
9 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Mai Anh H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ragen V.
23 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfy home with nice backyard
Ragen V.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Joshua M.
19 August 2017
Great for kids
Joshua M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
Verified
8/10 Good
Keith M.
23 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice old house close to the trails
Keith M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
kathryn n.
8 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Stay
kathryn n.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Natalie K.
29 October 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect fit!
Natalie K.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Molly D.
22 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home next to biking trailheads
Molly D.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Todd V.
29 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location to bike trail.
Todd V.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
18 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Cuyuna Cottage
Verified traveller
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Trisha M.
10 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!! Great location!!
Trisha M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Kevin G.
6 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hunting weekend
Kevin G.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michelle K.
13 October 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfy & Cozy
Michelle K.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Heather C.
12 September 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic weekend!
Heather C.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
About the host
Hosted by Lindsay B
My husband, Jake, and I enjoy laid back travel, exploring new places and finding hidden gems off the beaten path. Favorite activities include hiking, mountain biking, tennis, live music, eating and seeking out the best coffee joint wherever we are.
We are the proud parents of a demanding Mini Golden Doodle and two wild boys!
We are the proud parents of a demanding Mini Golden Doodle and two wild boys!
Why they chose this property
We truly LOVE sharing The Red Dirt Digs with guests and friends. This is a dream come true for us and we pour our hearts into making it the best stay possible. Let us know if anything can help improve the experience.
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