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Secluded Serenity - Rustic Cabin Nestled in the Northwoods

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A wooden cabin with a snow-covered roof, a front porch, and a lit interior.
A rustic cabin interior with a wooden staircase, leather armchairs, a dining area, and a kitchen.
A wooden cabin interior with a shelf holding several folded towels and a tiled floor.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, a dining table with chairs, and a clock on the wall.
A snowy forest path with trees on either side.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Your private hideaway
    Guests love the secluded location for peace and quiet.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Cotton, MN
  • Place, Veterans Park Ely Lake Beach
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Place, U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Place, Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Airport, Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Ground floor bedroom

2 Single Beds

Loft

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

1 half bathroom

Bathe in the Traditional Wood Burning Finnish Sauna

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

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About the area

Makinen

Makinen is home to this cabin. Paul Wellstone Memorial & Historic Site is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Superior National Forest and Iron Range Off-Highway Vehicle State Recreation Area. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like cycling and hiking.
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Map
Cotton, MN

What's nearby

  • Veterans Park Ely Lake Beach - 33 min drive - 40.6 km
  • U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame - 34 min drive - 44.6 km
  • Iron Range Off-Highway Vehicle State Recreation Area - 37 min drive - 48.9 km
  • Greyhound Bus Museum - 54 min drive - 78.7 km
  • Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort - 54 min drive - 74.9 km

Getting around

  • Hibbing, MN (HIB-Chisholm-Hibbing) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Toro - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Serenity - Rustic Cabin Nestled in the Northwoods pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).

How much is parking at Secluded Serenity - Rustic Cabin Nestled in the Northwoods?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Secluded Serenity - Rustic Cabin Nestled in the Northwoods?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Serenity - Rustic Cabin Nestled in the Northwoods?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Serenity - Rustic Cabin Nestled in the Northwoods located?

Situated in Makinen, this cabin is within 25 miles (40 km) of Superior National Forest, Paul Wellstone Memorial & Historic Site and U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame. Eveleth Dog Park and Leonidas Overlook are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 216 out of 236 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 236 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 236 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 236 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 236 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place, our favorite cabin
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
You need a weekend getaway; this is the place to go. Full of nature, and the sauna is amazing! Definitely recommend going.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to get away from things & relax. Travis was very responsive and friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin is great. This was the 3rd year in a row that we stayed here. The place was clean. Brand new outhouse. And the sauna is the best way to end the day.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was such a beautiful property and a nice get away from the hustle and bustle of life. Only thing I would add is if you think you have enough drinking water, bring extra. There is a town not too far, but if you don’t want to leave the cabin, I would suggest packing extra on water.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Been here a bunch and we had the best time. Love this place!
Seen this right at the cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar 2026
Thank you for staying with us Jared. Hope to have you back in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Location
Perfect for unplugging and getting away from the businesses. Had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always cozy, away from crowds. A great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, very clean, cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Dec 2025
Thank you Vitali. We appreciate you staying with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Really nice cabin, very clean. A nice place to relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sauna was a hit!!! Well equipped kitchen, cabin was clean/cozy, firewood stocked well. Definitely will be back!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome Stay!

We had a great time on our quiet weekend away and our dogs loved exploring the trails! We would live to come back for a longer stay :)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Nov 2023
Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Another perfect getaway

Stayed here once again, and once again we had the perfect time! One of our favorite places to be!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb 2024
Thank you for visiting!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the area, surrounded by woods. The cabin is cozy and welcoming. Everything was how I wanted it. Likely will stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

My boyfriend I came visited for our three year anniversary and had a great time. The sauna was fun and the cabin was beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If your looking for a breake from reality this is place. A few friends and i took a snowmobile trip. The driveway had plenty of room to accomodate our trailer,easy acsses to the trails. The host was verry informative and quick to respond to queations 10 out of 10 would recomend staying here for a weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
It was a very cozy and neat cabin. The pictures did not do it justice. We had a great time hanging out by the fire and the scenery was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I didn't ski at all but I gave it 5 stars because I saw all the trails and they looked well maintained! The cabin was just as described, rustic and SO QUIET! It was a great escape from metropolitan life.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We are a family of six with a dog, and we keep returning to this property. Great location and serene environment. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Dog friendly

Love this cabin. Great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jun 2023
Thank you for visiting!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A cabin in the woods

It’s an interesting and fun location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring break getaway

This is a great property to get away. This was our second time and we will be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2023
Thank you! Come again anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Another great stay

We keep coming back to this property year after year, and we have a great time every year. It’s great to unplug and unwind for a few days, and this is a great place to do that. They provide everything needed to make this laid back weekend easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Winter Bog Adventure

Was cute and cozy. The location was great for easy access to the bog for winter birding adventure
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great fall grouse hunting trip

The cabin was great and the hunting was even better. It had everything we needed. The sauna was great. Definitely plan to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Oct 2023
Thanks for visiting!
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