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White Pine Retreat, Duluth North Shore Gem

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
Private kitchen
Bathroom
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Duluth, MN
  • Place, Tom's Historic Logging Camp
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, French River Hatchery
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Knife River Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

White Pine Retreat, Duluth North Shore Gem

White Pine Retreat welcomes you into a large, fully stocked kitchen and fun dining area. The screened porch is the perfect spot for morning coffee. The sleeping arrangements include one bedroom with a full bed on the main floor, and an upstairs containing 1 queen bed and 2 twins. There is a huge, comfortable sectional and oversized beanbag chair in the living room. The house has a forced air heat and central air conditioning. The bathroom has a large shower. There is high speed WIFI, a television with an antenna along with a DVD player with some family friendly discs. Just outside the house is a nice picnic area with gas grill. A fire pit with comfortable seating is perfect for long conversations, roasting marshmallows, enjoying the Northern Lights or just snuggling under the star filled sky, we provide the firewood. You can also stretch your legs on the 19 acres or explore down the river on 80 acres of state land. Check in after 4pm, check out by 11am

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking not allowed in the property
Quiet after 10 PM
More than 6 guests must be approved and additional cost discussed.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Duluth

Located in Duluth, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Superior and Flood Bay State Wayside, while 3M Birthplace Museum and Lake County Historical Depot Museum are cultural highlights. 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

  • Tom's Historic Logging Camp - 10 min drive - 6.9 km
  • French River Hatchery - 13 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Knife River Beach - 13 min drive - 11.6 km
  • McQuade Small Craft Harbor - 16 min drive - 14.4 km
  • University of Minnesota Duluth - 30 min drive - 32.1 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪New Scenic Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Russ Kendall's Smokehouse - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Larsmont Trading Post - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Ledge Rock Grille - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Gill's Cheese & Smokehouse - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does White Pine Retreat, Duluth North Shore Gem have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is White Pine Retreat, Duluth North Shore Gem pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at White Pine Retreat, Duluth North Shore Gem?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at White Pine Retreat, Duluth North Shore Gem?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at White Pine Retreat, Duluth North Shore Gem?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is White Pine Retreat, Duluth North Shore Gem located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Lake Superior and within 6 miles (10 km) of Tom's Historic Logging Camp and French River Hatchery. Knife River Beach and McQuade Small Craft Harbor are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 156 out of 163 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 163 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 163 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 163 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 163 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristen J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely cabin/house in the woods. Quiet and beautiful surroundings. It was very clean and well kept. Big comfy couch. Cozy beds. We loved sitting on the porch and reading our books.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin N.

So welcoming, so fun, so clean, loved everything about it. Can't wait to go back!

Very well maintained by fantastic people! I would recommend over and over again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Valerie C.

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

Beautiful and comfortable location!

We couldn’t say enough good things about Singing Waters! The accommodations were clear and comfortable. The setting was gorgeous and the location is perfect for exploring the north shore.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

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

Awesome

Very family friendly!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Justin N.

Ideal vacation spot!!!

Thank you Stacey and Shellie for allowing us to stay at your wonderful rental home. My wife and three kids absolutely loved our stay again. There is so much for the kids to do on the property and the location is great. This was our second stay here and we plan on visiting again! You guys are wonderful people that have a special place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Kara M.

Very comfortable stay. Swimming hole rocked!

Shellie and Stacey are wonderful hosts. We had a comfortable stay - nice beds, well stocked kitchen, beautiful surroundings, lots of games. The kids adored the swimming hole. "Magical" as my 11 year old described it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle V.

Magical, Serene Retreat

This was our second stay at Singing Waters and we are already planning a third visit next year. We just can't get enough of this special house and land. Everything is perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

Brittany D.

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

So lovely

We had an amazing time here. Our kids didn't even want to leave to explore the north shore or go out to eat; they just wanted to stay at Singing Waters. Can't blame them.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

Amazingly charming!!!

What an amazing house & property!! We loved our time at Singing Waters and were so impressed with all the special touches put into the place. The kids LOVED the scavenger hunt, as well as the swimming hole. Thanks for sharing your home, we can’t wait to come back!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

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

Singing Waters Getaway

Singing Waters property offered a wonderful getaway with walking trails., waterfalls and many outside amenties. This is a very unique property that I can't recommend enough. Also, a great location between Duluth and Two Harbors. We enjoyed the artwork and were very comfortable here in the house. We can't wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Heaven on earth!

Incredible scenery that is footsteps from the front door of the cabin. Shellie and Stacey are so very kind and go out of their way to ensure you have the best possible time and take advantage of everything this beautiful part of Minnesota has to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kirstin K.

Perfect!

We loved this place!!! It is a beautiful home and an amazing piece of land. The owners did everything they could to ensure that our stay was comfortable and enjoyable. From day one I was plotting how I could come back again. Thanks again for sharing your beautiful little oasis.

10/10 Excellent

Michelle O.

Great property, accomodating owners

We had a great stay at Singing Waters. What a peaceful, secluded guest house! The owners were very accommodating and are available for anything you need (including last minute restaurant recommendations, much appreciated.) The guest house has everything you need, including firewood ready for campfires. My child also enjoyed the scavenger hunt...very nice. Definitely recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

ker y.

Cozy beautiful.......

Singing water guess house is artfully beautiful.... The pond in the background with the swinging chair makes it a romantic treat for any couples.... Sitting around the bench next to the fire pit listening to the river roar from the distance was the best relaxing getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2016

8/10 Good

Gloria P.

The property was very well maintained, our expectations were surpassed.

No worries here! Very pleasant atmosphere at the cabin. Everything has been thought of. It was intriguing to enter each room & find something unique & quirky to start a conversation. It was a pleasant stay & felt very at home. Owners were a treat to deal with, very gracious hosts!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Jessica J., Minnesota

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

Great experience with nature!

We loved Singing Waters guest home. It was clean and comfortable and the owners were very accommodating. We loved drinking our coffee in the screened-porch each morning, and listening to nature. Exploring the well-marked trails and beautiful waterfall was also a favorite! In the evenings, we enjoyed playing beanbags and the campfire! We would highly recommend Singing Waters guest house! It is a get-a-way packed full of fun and adventure for all ages!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeff O.

Fantastic

I took my daughter-in-laws and little grandchildren here for 3 days and nights. We all had a fantastic time. It was very family friendly and the hosts were really great at making us feel very comfortable. We found a lot to entertain us on the property. We especially enjoyed the waterfalls. The 4 year old loved the scavenger hunt. We will be going back again, and we will recommend it to our friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Rose O.

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

Cozy woods getaway

This is our 4th visit to Singing Waters and it never disappoints. We enjoyed exploring the river and even taking a dip! We loved being cozy on the screened in porch while drinking coffee in the mornings. The wooded trails were not groomed for walking as many trees had fallen during winter so that was a bummer, but the hosts informed us of that in a welcome binder.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan G.

We had a blast!!

Thank you again Shellie and Stacey! You guys have a little slice of heaven that you so graciously shared with us. There is so much to see and do! The unique decoration of the guest house is perfect. You guys thought of every detail to ensure our stay was stress free and most of all, fun!! We can't wait for our next stay. Ryan, Amanda, Tony, Shelah, Jay & Jaci
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Megan H., Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States

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

Enchanting!

We had such a wonderful stay at Singing Waters. The guest house is very comfortable and full of whimsical details. Our kids (ages 11 & 5) loved the scavenger hunt, which involved hunting for awesome treasures on the hiking trails throughout the property. So many thoughtful details - this VRBO really goes above and beyond. The river is gorgeous and so is the pond adjacent to the guest house. We will definitely be coming back!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

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

Magical location

What a gem! Immaculately clean with everything you need to feel cozy and comfortable. Our family of 5 (ages 13, 9, and 7) never ran out of things to see or do in the cabin or outside. Delightful hidden treasures surprised us around every corner. The highlight for us was the property itself. The beautiful woods and waterfall were breathtaking. Previous reviews are spot on when they describe this location as magical!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amie M.

Spectacular getaway!

My only recommendation would be a few more pots for cooking and storage containers for left overs. Other than that it was great! We truly enjoyed our stay at Singing Waters. Stacey was very accommodating to us because of an early arrival. He also replenished our firewood very quickly while we were enjoying a camp fire. The views are breathtaking with only a minute of a walk from the art studio. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ilsa B.

So happy to have found Singing Waters

After reading other reviews we were pretty sure Singing Waters would be a fun place to stay but it was even better than we expected. During our 3 night stay we would spend our days hiking in nearby parks but then we'd get to come home to what felt like our own beautiful park with it's pond, picturesque lawns, beautiful surrounding forrest, fire pit, and nearby river. The guest house felt immediately like home - you can tell from the art and creative furnishings throughout the house that a lot of thought and care was put into making the space welcoming for guests. We feel very lucky to have found this VRBO and will be recommending it to all of our friends.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Connie W.

girls getaway

The 4 of us had a wonderful time at Singing waters. We loved the quirky house, and the loft could sleep 4 easily. We thoroughly enjoyed the little touches and repurposed furniture, light fixtures and artwork. We did fight over the bean bag chair a little. Our hosts were GREAT and responsive to our questions. Duluth was an easy drive, and we found some great shopping at Fitgers, as well as refreshments at the beer pub. We want to come back in the summer and enjoy the charming screen porch and fire pit.

10/10 Excellent

Audra G.

Perfect From Start to Finish

From the moment we walked in to a plate of cookies welcoming us, I knew it was going to be a great stay at the Singing Waters. The house was meticulously cleaned, furnished with everything we needed and so comfy. The outdoors are amazing!! Our kids and us loved the scavenger hunt. It was the perfect opportunity to explore all of the trails and a little bit of whimsy everywhere. The waterfalls were stunning and I just couldn't believe that we were able to stay somewhere that had that kind of beauty on the property. The location between Duluth and Two Harbors was perfect for us and made visiting both areas very convenient. I would highly recommend this to everyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2016

About the host

Hosted by Rita and Amy

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Why they chose this property

The property is located close enough to enjoy what Duluth has to offer and north along Lake Superior to be tucked away in the woods and secluded.

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