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Lester River Pines | Beautiful Home | Privacy | Pond | River | Dog Friendly

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Beautiful grounds, secluded but close to everything in Duluth.
Master King Bedroom.
Primary Bedroom with Private Deck Access and private bathroom.
Primary bathroom on the main floor with jacuzzi tub.
We are dog-friendly. Please don’t leave your 4-legged family members at home!

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 15

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Duluth, MN
  • University of Minnesota Duluth
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Glensheen Historic Estate
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Aerial Lift Bridge
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bedroom 1 (Primary, Main Floor)

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 (Main Floor)

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3 (Upstair)

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 (upstairs)

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5 (Upstairs)

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6 (basement)

2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Lester River Pines | Beautiful Home | Privacy | Pond | River | Dog Friendly

15 minutes from Canal Park lies a 5-bedroom home on 20 acres nestled in the pines overlooking the Lester River and pond. After your ski/bike/hike, come home to a relaxing view of the pond and wildlife. Enjoy coffee each morning from our expansive deck. Warm up next to our fireplaces or outdoor fire pit. A short drive away from Lake Superior, the North Shore, and a plethora of activities in Duluth. Large gatherings require prior approval.

As a dedicated family-owned business, we take great pride in going above and beyond for our guests. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we are committed to delivering an exceptional experience every time you visit!

- Dog-friendly.
- Breathtaking views.
- Designed for relaxation and rejuvenation.
- Events allowed.
- Other Homes are available for larger groups or multi-family events.
- Various discounts for guests on local experiences.

Property manager

NSVR Team
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Events must be approved before reservation.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
No Cats!
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
~ $35 per dog, per night. Pets are not allowed on furniture or bedding and should not be left unattended. Pet hair/stains = $100 minimum cleaning fee.
No smoking or vaping on-premises.
No events without prior approval.

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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
Note from host: Events must be approved before reservation.
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 and a deadlock

About the area

Duluth

Located in Duluth, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Lake Superior and Lester River reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Marshall W. Alworth Planetarium and S.S. William A. Irvin Ore Boat Museum. Travelling with kids? Consider North Shore Scenic Railroad, or check out an event or a game at Duluth Entertainment Convention Center. 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

  • University of Minnesota Duluth - 16 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Glensheen Historic Estate - 16 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Duluth Entertainment Convention Center - 20 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Aerial Lift Bridge - 21 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Miller Hill Mall - 26 min drive - 21.3 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Tavern on the Hill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Billy's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Qdoba Mexican Eats - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Black Woods Grill & Bar - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lester River Pines | Beautiful Home | Privacy | Pond | River | Dog Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Lester River Pines | Beautiful Home | Privacy | Pond | River | Dog Friendly ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lester River Pines | Beautiful Home | Privacy | Pond | River | Dog Friendly ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lester River Pines | Beautiful Home | Privacy | Pond | River | Dog Friendly located?

This family-friendly Duluth holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Lester River and Lakewood Town Hall. Lake Superior and Hawk Ridge are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the house. Is absolutely beautiful! We would and will definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun Time

We had a good time. Space was great and the yard, pond and trail were fun. The owner gave us some good suggestions of things to do and was responsive to questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property seemed some secluded, but it was not that far from the activities we want to participate in and the things we wanted to see while in Duluth. We did eat at the house and the grill and Blackstone were great. I could not get the oven to work.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jolene O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Family Weekend

Beautiful property with trails and nature all around.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Group Trip

Great place to stay with a group of friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceeded Expectations

Beautiful home and gorgeous setting. Highly recommended for a group of 14- 16 people.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful family stay

Beautiful quiet wooded setting, our family had a lovely stay. Lovely home, everything was beautiful and so clean. Our stay was short, would definitely love to plan to be here again for a longer stay. Peaceful setting, loved sitting on the deck overlooking the pond & woods. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annmarie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place!

It was very nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Graduation Home Base

We we in town for a grad school graduation and this place was the perfect base camp for our group of friends and family. The building and location are absolutely stunning and near plenty of hiking opportunities or even a run into town if need be. The hosts were very responsive and helpful. Would absolutely recommend. Being dog friendly was a major plus too!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, very private and peaceful! Would recommend putting pet costs in listing so customers are not surprised. It would have also have been nice to have additional towels as 1 per person is not enough and no one wants to do laundry on vacation. Landscaping could be improved but it is the beginning of the season. We were allowed to check in early which was great as we were from around 3 hours away. Overall great property. Clean. Good experience and communication.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

susan n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious and cozy celebration house

Spacious yet cozy home with beautiful views.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madeline K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Fantastic house, clean and exactly if not more than the listing says!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

ASHLEY H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

We spent a few days here while celebrating my graduate school graduation. The house is gorgeous and had plenty of space for my family and friends. We plan to book again during the summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful scenery

This place has a great view of a pond and woods all around. It was very clean, nice size beds, quiet and perfect spot for us to retreat.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house and setting.

Seemed isolated, but still very close to Duluth.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

This was our second stay at this house. I can’t say enough about it! The property is on a very private and scenic lot, and the views are beautiful. We had tons of fun sliding down the hills and playing in the fresh snow. The house is spacious with plenty of room for our group of ten. It was clean, comfortable and very well appointed. We definitely want to keep going back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely property for a getaway

This property was exactly what we were looking for. It's spacious, provides excellent scenery and is close to a larger city. I would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcella W., Duluth, MN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay

Beautiful views, comfortable beds, and still close enough to town to DoorDash 😉Overall we really enjoyed our stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Stay!

We brought our families together for a UMD reunion and the house was perfect! We had plenty of space for our group. We loved the location of feeling separate, but yet fairly close to everything. The owners seem to be making enhancements that will make it even better. There was plenty of games, cooking utensils, dishes, etc. Entire process was smooth. We'll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Sonja B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family reunion

Great location and bedroom configuration for our family weekend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place

What a beautiful piece of property! We so enjoyed our stay here. Lovely woodburning fireplace. So much room to explore out of doors. So many king size beds..lots of room to put people. And the
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

October A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dog walking trails everywhere!

We absolutely loved our time there. It is peaceful and quiet. The home has great character and it was a lovely home to spend some quality time with our friends and family. The owners did not mind our dog and actually got to meet him and it felt so good to not have to worry about people being too close. We were able to walk our dog without a lease for once on the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

dan b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family stay

15 of us stayed here. Our family had a great time. Beautiful location - fun exploring and seeing deer from the decks! We were only disappointed that the sauna was not finished for us to use. The host was excellent about responding to our calls and texts. We highly recommend these wonderful accommodations!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall Beauty

The location and scenery are breathtaking! Had everything we needed to cook all our meals! Loved having a washer and dryer, so no dirty clothes came home with us. Check in and out was easy!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bentleyville

We found this house as it was in our budget and had a bough beds for our Girl Scout Troop. 20 min away from Bentleyville and it worked perfectly! The girls enjoyed the living room and kitchen space.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

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