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Lake Cottage on recreational lake 15 minutes from Duluth 30 minutes from N Shore

Lake Cottage on recreational lake 15 minutes from Duluth 30 minutes from N Shore

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Relax!  That lower deck is especially perfect for sunsets and chardonnay
Peaceful near the city
Kitchen remodel winter 2020
Not complaining about dishes with this view!
Breakfast bar built for waffles and stories

Overview of Lake Cottage on recreational lake 15 minutes from Duluth 30 minutes from N Shore

Reviews
8.8 out of 10 Excellent
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space
  • Lake view

Explore the area

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Duluth, MN
  • AirportDuluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.)12 min drive
  • Popular LocationMiller Hill Mall12 min drive
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Minnesota Duluth17 min drive
  • Popular LocationAerial Lift Bridge21 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Lake Cottage on recreational lake 15 minutes from Duluth 30 minutes from N Shore

Come play... rest... and reboot your vibe! This home is ideal for everything from solitude and novel writing to creating your next Broadway smash on the baby grand piano to reconnecting through quality time with your immediate family. This is a fairly small cottage/cabin very conveniently located in the country but minutes to the city of Duluth and all it has to offer.

The covered porch overlooking the lake is the ideal location to watch storms, sunsets and on a very rare occasion the Northern Lights. We even have a telescope for you star gazers. There's loads of room to run and play as well as a full recreational lake. If you're a golfer there is a lovely little 9 hole course at the end of the lake. It's reasonably priced and has carts. There is also a nice clubhouse with food and beverages, it's a great place for a Bloody Mary and an omelette!

About the house: this adorable lake cottage with three bedrooms, two baths on Pike Lake, a recreational lake 15 minutes from Canal Parks tourist area of Duluth Minnesota and 30 Minutes from all the North Shore on Lake Superior has to offer. We have a baby grand piano, loads of books for every age, games, poker set, VCR, movies, cable, internet, high chair, basinet, pack n play, sleds, kayaks and a canoe for your enjoyment! Outfitted with a front loading washer/dryer/dishwasher/gas fireplace/out door fire pit/dock/and a covered porch perfect for happy hour and dinners and even better, sunrise breakfast!

The driveway is paved and has parking for your boat trailer. Renters in the past have tracked down a boat rental company that delivers, I'm trying to find that information.
*We do not rent our pontoon or jet ski, it has caused nothing but problems in the past.

This is not a North Shore style cabin. It is on a lake with 99% year around homes. The neighbors are close and very helpful. The lake itself is about 7 miles around. Dairy Queen, the liquor store, Cub grocery, bait shop, restaurants, a super fun little golf course on the lake and a short drive to the Arial Lift Bridge and all Duluth has to offer.

Rules: I don't feel like I need to mention but due to prior guest issues I will post them here:) The rules are as follows but not limited to:
No parties and or overnight guests, any harassment of wildlife on the property or on the lake will not be tolerated (people on this lake will and should call the DNR immediately), no shooting guns on the property, please wear pants outside, please do not urinate on our lawn, please do not flip the embers of the fire pit onto the grass, please do not sit on the pontoon or the jet ski (they're on lifts), please do not drive on the yard or the sidewalk, if your break something please tell us (this includes window panes) stuff breaks we get it, no leaving dirty diapers behind doors, its gross and our cleaner doesn't deserve that, if you leave items from our rental at another on the lake please return them to our home, no wet towels on beds, piano or floors, the home is limited to 6 guests (a child is a guest), sadly we cannot allow pets due to allergic issues, and a lot of other stuff that may seem like common sense to the general public:)

Property manager

Pauline Olsen

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Lake view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pack and Play, Highchair, Basinet, games, books

Events

No events allowed
There will be an additional cleaning fee of 100.00

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
And I can smell it a mile away so no smoking
Quiet Hours 10pm-8am. This is a residential area with close neighbors and sound travels. Please refrain from fire if smoke is blowing toward homes.
Remove shoes always. We have new carpet and the hardwood floors were just refinished.
This should go without saying but because of previous guests: NO harassing of wildlife, no shooting guns, no driving on the yard or sidewalk and more.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Note from host: There will be an additional cleaning fee of 100.00
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

About the area

Duluth

Located in Duluth, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra and NorShor Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Marshall W. Alworth Planetarium and North Shore Scenic Railroad. Travelling with kids? Consider Lake Superior Railroad Museum and S.S. William A. Irvin Ore Boat Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Duluth, MN

What's nearby

  • Miller Hill Mall - 12 min drive
  • University of Minnesota Duluth - 17 min drive
  • Spirit Mountain - 18 min drive
  • Bayfront Festival Park - 20 min drive
  • Aerial Lift Bridge - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 10 min drive
  • Burger King - 8 min drive
  • Munger Tavern & Grill - 13 min drive
  • Casa Latte - 4 min drive
  • McKenzie's Bar & Grill - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Cottage on recreational lake 15 minutes from Duluth 30 minutes from N Shore pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake Cottage on recreational lake 15 minutes from Duluth 30 minutes from N Shore?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Cottage on recreational lake 15 minutes from Duluth 30 minutes from N Shore?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake Cottage on recreational lake 15 minutes from Duluth 30 minutes from N Shore located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Miller Hill Mall, Marshall W. Alworth Planetarium and North Shore Scenic Railroad. Lake Superior Railroad Museum and S.S. William A. Irvin Ore Boat Museum are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Great location. Beautiful setting. Cabin well stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Jacky P.

Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Overbearing property owner and snoopy neighbors
Good location and the property was nice. There was a lot of spider webs inside and outside of the property. The rooms were very small and could barely walk around the beds in the two upstairs rooms. Furniture was worn down and some damaged. Nice kitchen, dining area and basement. Lots of games for the kids and the pontoon was old but worked well. We received a text from the property owner the first morning, “I’m coming up there now…how many people are at the property…” I called the owner, at which time she interviewed me about having guests stop by the property and told me the neighbors had been watching us. (We had another family stop by during the day to spend time with us because they were in the area). She also told me that she was then coming up to the property to stay at the neighbors house. It was as though she was spying on us. We felt so uncomfortable. The next day, a neighbor came into the house to get a game. Very invasive and not a private experience. I’ve been renting properties through Vaious platforms for several years and have never encountered such a neighbor or property owner. Not a good idea experience and would not recommend to future renters who would like privacy. Overall the house was in a good location and had good amenities: it’s unfortunate the experience we had. I’m a healthcare worker with three kids and my husband and I work full time and saved up enough money to end the summer with a weekend away for our family. Our experience was so disappointing.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

4/10 Poor

Jenny B.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
Our stay was ok but not what we expected
The cabin was somewhat quaint. There was a smell in the Kitchen that I had to clean to get rid of it. The windows did not work properly if at all. A few of the neighbors were not friendly at all; which made us feel uncomfortable. The kids enjoyed the lake until people on a pontoon came and yelled at them for kayaking too close to ducks. There was one neighbors dog that was supper friendly. Over all it was an ok stay, but we probably won’t rent again. Did not exactly meat our expectations
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Margie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place To Stay
Loved the property, we spent most of our time on the coveted deck due to the rain all weekend but it was great. Only disappointment was no refund of boat rental and gas due to low lake levels and could not get the boat off the lift.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alayna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay
The cottage was comfortable, clean, organized and had amazing lake views! The owner has thought of every detail and was an amazing host. The lake was clean and the neighborhood was quiet and serene. Our short stay was filled with relaxation and new memories!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Pauline Olsen

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We love to travel and are so happy to have the opportunity to host others who love to travel! We were all born in Duluth and grew up here. It's a fantastic little city to explore for anyone from avid mountain bikers and boaters to art junkies and nature lovers. There is something here for everyone and that's why we love it here so much!

Why they chose this property

We love this home because of the quaintness and the special bond everyone on this lake has. It's a very tight knit community and most of our lifelong friends and some family live on it. This home is very cozy and brings people back to a much more simpler time. It still carries the vibe of when it was first built in 1931 although the kitchen and dining area have been very updated.

What makes this property unique

The unique benefits of this home are that it has spectacular views, a cozy interior, a fun exterior with a fantastic lake to play in or on depending on the season.
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