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Jewel Lodge on Mantrap Lake: Luxury Waterfront Home and 600 Acres Awaits

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Two docks for all your needs!
13 steps (not steep) going down to the lake.
Sand beach area
The area between the two docks.
Lake side of the Lodge

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
6 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 20

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Park Rapids, MN
  • Place, Character Challenge Course
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, East Crooked Lake
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Itasca State Park
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bemidji, MN (BJI-Bemidji Regional)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom 1 - Main Floor

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 - 2nd Floor

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3 - 2nd Floor

1 Queen Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4 - 2nd Floor

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5 - 2nd Floor

1 Queen Bunk Bed

Bedroom 6 - 2nd Floor

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Sofa Bed

Living Room 2

1 Single Sofa Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1 - Main Floor

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 2 - Main Floor

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

Bathroom 3 - 2nd Floor

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

Bathroom 4 - 2nd Floor

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

Bathroom 5 - 2nd Floor

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Jewel Lodge on Mantrap Lake: Luxury Waterfront Home and 600 Acres Awaits

Anticipation awaits as you wind through 600 acres of the Paul Bunyan State Forest to the tip of the Jewel. There you will find Jewel Lodge on Mantrap Lake...where luxury meets the great outdoors. With 6 nature-themed bedrooms, including 3 king beds, 3 bunk beds, and 2 twin beds, there's plenty of space for all your guests. The 5 bathrooms are equipped with amenities like showers, hair dryers, a bidet, and soaking bathtubs. You'll find everything you need here, from a steam iron to AC, WiFi to a hair dryer. This home just completed a major renovation in July of 2024, and a brand new full size washer and dryer. Kitchen comes equipped with one full size fridge, one full size freezer, one full size wine/beer fridge, ice maker, dishwasher, microwave and an oversized dual fuel 8-burner stove and double oven. Plenty of storage and prep areas including a butler's pantry. Master bedroom is on the main floor, with the remaining bedrooms located on the 2nd level. (The second level includes 2 more exterior doors.) Large living space with floor to ceiling windows to provide beautiful views of the lake. Enjoy campfires at night while listening to the over 20 pairs of loons that call Big Mantrap lake their home (showcased on National Geographic). We are less than 30 minutes from Itasca state park and the headwaters of the Mississippi.

Fall in love with Jewel Lodge and the Park Rapids/Nevis/Lake Itasca area and enjoy all of the magic it has to offer.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
$250 per dog per week
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Quiet time outside is 10pm. We have close neighbors and need to respect the tranquility of the area . No loud music inside or out.
The neighbors driveway will need to be accessible. That means parking in designated areas only at all times.
Bon fires permitted in designated areas as long as there are no mandated burning restrictions.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4105865vb
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

About the area

Park Rapids

Located in Park Rapids, this holiday home is on a lake. Headwaters Golf Club and Character Challenge Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kabekona Wildlife Management Area and East Crooked Lake.
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Park Rapids, MN

What's nearby

  • Character Challenge Course - 26 min drive - 28.0 km
  • East Crooked Lake - 26 min drive - 23.4 km
  • Eagle Lake - 27 min drive - 27.6 km
  • Itasca State Park - 33 min drive - 42.0 km
  • Mississippi Headwaters - 43 min drive - 52.1 km

Getting around

  • Bemidji, MN (BJI-Bemidji Regional) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Herman Stern Dining Hall - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lyngstad Dining Hall - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Camp Wilderness Mobile Trading Post - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Pickerel Cabin - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Northern Lights Council - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Jewel Lodge on Mantrap Lake: Luxury Waterfront Home and 600 Acres Awaits pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Jewel Lodge on Mantrap Lake: Luxury Waterfront Home and 600 Acres Awaits?

As of 18 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Jewel Lodge on Mantrap Lake: Luxury Waterfront Home and 600 Acres Awaits on 15 September 2026 start from NZ$1,232, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Jewel Lodge on Mantrap Lake: Luxury Waterfront Home and 600 Acres Awaits?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Jewel Lodge on Mantrap Lake: Luxury Waterfront Home and 600 Acres Awaits?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Jewel Lodge on Mantrap Lake: Luxury Waterfront Home and 600 Acres Awaits?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Jewel Lodge on Mantrap Lake: Luxury Waterfront Home and 600 Acres Awaits located?

Located on a lake, this family-friendly holiday home is within 16 mi (25 km) of East Crooked Lake, Shallow Lake and Eagle Lake. Muskie Park and Headwaters Golf Club are also within 16 miles (25 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. 22 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 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

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was perfect for our group and the host was the best!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 September 2025
Thanks for the 5 Star review Scott! So glad you all enjoyed our Jewel Lodge!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had 10 adult family members, and 5 grandchildren under the age of 5. The home was absolutely beautiful. It was clean, well maintained, and equipped with everything we needed. All family members were in agreement this was the perfect place for us to gather-comfortably. John was accessible when we needed his guidance. The lake view peaceful and gorgeous! As a bonus, we even found fish to catch with the kids! Looking forward to another adventure at Jewel Lodge.
Music and campfire memories!
Peace
Full moon rising
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May 2026
Thanks for the great 5 Star review Susan! I'm so glad you and your family enjoyed our Jewel Lodge. We look forward to hosting you again next year! Have a great summer :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Conrad S.

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

Jewel Lodge on Mantrap

Had a great relaxing week stay with family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2025
Thanks for the 5 Star Review Conrad! So great to meet you and your family.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great house for a larger group gathering. So impressed with all the extras that are provided that made our stay so much more convenient and enjoyable. The beds are comfortable and the kitchen and gathering space was so accommodating for our family needs. The hosts were very invested in making our stay as positive and enjoyable as possible.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 October 2025
Laurie, thanks for leaving such a great 5 Star review! We're so glad you and your family had a nice extended weekend and hope you will come back again sometime :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrey L.

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

Awesome relaxing stay

Great stay! Hosts did a great job of communicating and accomodating. Thanks again John and Wendy, our family enjoyed your awesome lodge!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 August 2024
Thanks so much for the great 5 Star review Andrey!...and thanks for being our very first guests! We're glad your family enjoyed your stay at our Jewel Lodge. Come back and visit again :) John and Wendy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bridget T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was beautiful! The interior was very clean and lovely. It had everything we could possibly need. The lake is beautiful with plenty of wildlife to observe as well as great fishing. There was ample space for the whole family, plus John and Wendy were excellent hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2025
Thanks for the great 5 Star review Bridget!! We're so glad you and family enjoyed our Jewel Lodge and hope you come back and visit again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This home was gorgeous! Great open concept and plenty of beds for our group of 10. Lovely lake view & lake access. The wet room on the main floor was gorgeous & they have thought of everything you might need in the kitchen. We were in the area celebrating our daughter’s wedding and this place was a perfect home base for us!
Beautiful October morning
Morning kayaking on Mantrap
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Howard D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our group of 5 golfers was extremely happy with the accommodations! John and Wendy are great communicators! The furnishings and supplies exceed expectations! This lodge is even better than the photos. Best vacation rental that I have experienced!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2025
Thanks for the great 5 Star Review Howard! I'm so glad you and your golfing buddies enjoyed our Jewel Lodge. Come back again sometime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lori p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was amazing, above and beyond what we expected. Everything was comfortable with lots of space for all of us. My grandchildren loved all of the space to run. Lots of giggles the whole weekend!! Hope to come back again. Would recommend to everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 November 2025
Thanks so much for leaving a great 5 Star review Lori! We're so glad you and your family enjoyed your stay and look forward to you coming back again!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denny G.

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

Mantrap lake vacation 2025

House was very well maintained and open. Fire pit area was nice, free supply of wood was great and the kids enjoyed the added bonus of a swing set
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2025
Thanks for a great 5 Star Review Denny! We're so glad you enjoyed your stay and nothing beats an up north vacation like free firewood! We hope you can make your way back to our Jewel Lodge again someday!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim P.

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

Family Vacation at Jewel Lodge

We just wrapped-up our week long family vacation at Jewel Lodge on Mantrap Lake. This home is a true jewel, as it addressed everything our large group needed for a fantastic week. The home is beautiful, extremely well equipped and easily accommodated a group of 18 people (8 kids under 11). John and Wendy are great hosts and were quick to answer any questions and assist with any needs the group had. Everyone had a great time and are already looking forward to next year's stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2025
Thanks for the awesome 5 Star Review Kim! It was nice to meet your family and I'm so glad you all had a great time!! We look forward to having you all back again next summer. Until then, Cheers!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie P.

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

Christmas Cookie Baking Weekend

The home was very nice with many amenities and everything we needed for our baking weekend. Our family thouroughy enjoyed the home!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 December 2024
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a nice 5 Star review for our Jewel Lodge! I'm glad it worked out for your family cookie baking weekend. I especially enjoyed the sampling of cookies you left for us. Very thoughtful! Happy Holidays to you and your family. We hope you come back again next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was perfect for our family. We used the outdoor kitchen almost daily. John responded very quickly to any of our questions. We would definitely go back to this home. We were disappointed it had been booked for next year
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 August 2025
Thanks for the great 5 Star review of our Jewel Lodge Kathy! You all were great guests. I'm sorry we were already booked for your desired week in 2026. Let me know if you'd like to secure 2027 :) Thanks again for choosing our Jewel Lodge!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

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

Absolutely Stunning! You will not regret booking this!

Beautiful Location! Right overlooking the lake.Beautiful House, very well appointed and decorated!Amazing Kitchen and Masterbedroom with amazing Ensuite!John was very lovely to communicate with, extremely helpful and quick to respond.Would most definitely recommend!One of my best experiences using VRBO.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra T.

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

Exceptional!!!

We rented this cabin to spend our family Christmas. This cabin is absolutely gorgeous. More than enough room. Very clean. The kitchen is a dream!! The hosts were amazing to work with as well. We made so many memories and enjoyed our stay. We are already looking forward to spending our next Christmas at this beautiful place! Thank You for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 January 2025
WOW! What a great review! Thanks for the review, Cassandra and thanks for staying at our Jewel Lodge. We're so glad you and your family had a great stay and we can't wait to host you all again next year :) Happy New Year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

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

La

This property is simply gorgeous tucked away in the north woods. We stayed with a group for a baseball tournament in town and the bedroom and bathroomSet up was so comfortable and plenty of room and privacy for everyone. Gorgeous updates, kitchen stocked beyond any expectations. Plenty of linens, games, and conveniences of home, actually more than home for some things, wow! Quiet lakefront makes for a delightful weekend or week long stay. Cannot wait to come back. Our group loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May 2025
WOW! What a great 5 Star review Emily! Thanks so much for taking the time to write such a great review of our Jewel Lodge! I'm so glad you all enjoyed your stay and we most definitely look forward to having you back again. Thanks for staying!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cory L.

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

Great Family Retreat

I don't normally write reviews, but thought it was warranted in this case. We had a family retreat for my mom's 80th birthday at the lodge. We couldn't have asked for a better experience. From the checkin to the checkout John did a great job of communicating. The lodge has been recently updated which made it feel like we were the first ones to stay there. It rained the entire time we were there, but the cabin was so condusive to socializing and relaxing that we didn't even notice. Can't wait to get back there soon!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2025
Thanks for taking the time to leave such a great 5 Star Review Cory! I felt bad that the weather was crummy but I'm glad you and your family still enjoyed your time at our Jewel Lodge. Happy 80th to your mom :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful home! The kitchen and pantry were amazing they made cooking here a joy. The owners truly thought of everything for this home — they didn’t miss a single detail.During our trip, we enjoyed a family outing to the Mississippi Headwaters and Bemidji, and it was so nice to come back each day to such a comfortable, welcoming space. The house is very kid-friendly, with plenty of toys, an outdoor swingset, and even a raked sand beach for hours of fun. The lake is a bit weedy with lily pads, but that didn’t stop us from paddle boarding and floating. The kids even did some off-the-dock fishing — nothing big enough to keep, but still lots of fun!We couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay and would love to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

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

A true JEWEL of the north...

Wow... Just WOW!!! Our family celebrated a late Christmas together at John & Wendy's amazing lodge, and it was absolutely spectacular - one of the nicest places we've ever stayed! The entire lodge is immaculate and gorgeous, the layout was perfect for our large family, the amenities were wonderful (and plentiful), it is located in a stunning location, the kitchen was stocked to the hilt with brand new everything, communication was amazing... Honestly, we couldn't have asked for a more lovely and wonderful stay - we've already booked it again for next year and can't wait to go back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 January 2025
Speaking of WOW....thanks for the amazing review!...Wow! We are so glad you and your family enjoyed your stay at our Jewel Lodge! Your comments are so appreciative. Thank you, thank you, thank you, for your kind words. We look forward to hosting you again next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wade E.

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

Labor Day weekend with family

When we arrived, the check-in process was communicated to us and was so easy to follow. The host actually came and met us shortly after we checked in and he made us feel right "at home". The home was perfect for us, as we had family coming from several locations, and there was enough parking for our families 5 vehicles. The bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, dining room and common areas were well decorated and comfortable, giving us plenty of space to sleep, eat and relax. The outside grilling area was superb! We used the dock for the pontoon we had rented off-site, with the beach/dock area being very useable, with a nice sand play area. We used the firepit each night, with plenty of wood/kindling supplied for our use. Our family had a great time at this home, and our hosts regularly kept in contact with us to answer any questions that we had during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The most beautiful VRBO we have stayed at.The Hosts had a person on hand every day to assist us if we needed anything including firewood. This is one VRBO you can believe the pictures on their advertising site. This place has everything you need, a huge spacious kitchen stocked with everything, large double door fridge/freezer and stove/ovens. It even had a coffee/beverage nook.There is a game table with sitting areas, a TV area, and a large dining area with a long wooden table that seats 12. There is a large master suite on the main floor with a walk-in closet, bathroom with a bidet, two sinks and a spacious walk in wet room with a shower and bath tub. Upstairs has several bedrooms and bathrooms. Enough to sleep up to 18. Everything is new, remodeled and up to date. Our family had a wonderful vacation experience at the Jewel Lodge on Mantrap Lake. Thank you to our hosts John & Wendy! And a special on site hostess Ellie!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2025
Wow! What a great 5 Star Review Jack!!! Thanks for taking the time to write it. I'm so glad you and your group enjoyed our Jewel Lodge. We hope you can come enjoy it again sometime in the future :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 February 2025
Thanks for the 5 Star Review Lisa! We're glad you enjoyed your stay and will come back again :)

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