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Lutsen Little Bear Lodge - Secluded Lutsen Mountain Cabin With Superior View

Cabin in Lutsen with kitchen and balcony

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Aerial view
upper 10 x 14 view deck with patio table / 4 chairs
16 x 14 Side Deck / table - 4 chairs - grill
gas fireplace / timber framed hearth
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 892.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Lutsen, MN
  • Place, North Shore Winery
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Lutsen Mountains
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Superior National Golf Course
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

living room

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Lutsen Little Bear Lodge - Secluded Lutsen Mountain Cabin With Superior View

Lutsen Little Bear Lodge is a secluded post & beam cabin with tree-top views of the Boreal forest, Lake Superior and the heavens. Hiking just out the front door, and less than 2 miles from Lutsen Mountain, Jackpot/High Climber MTB trail, Superior Hiking Trail, Superior National Golf Course, North Shore Winery, Sawtooth Cider House and multiple dining options.

Spacious upper and lower decks overlooking Lake Superior and woods. Open kitchen and living area with cozy fireplace. Lot's of activities near by.

Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher; microwave; full-size oven/range; refrigerator; coffee-maker, toaster oven, mixer, corn popper, fully stocked spices, Weber charcoal grill...

Well behaved pets are welcome (not allowed on furniture & beds please) - add'l $50 housekeeping fee applies.

Activities: Hiking, biking, Nordic skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling at the door; Alpine skiing, Superior Hiking Trail, Jackpot/High Climber MTB trail, North Shore Winery and Sawtooth Cider House within 2 miles. Groomed cross country trails within ~1 mile.

Gitchi-Gami Trail, trout fishing, Alpine Slide, shopping in Grand Marais, BWCA access 20 miles away, Cascade River and Temperance River State Parks are 10 minutes away.

All 4 seasons at their finest!

All wheel / 4 wheel drive recommended for early Spring / Winter rentals

May
• Ham Run, Gunflint Trail
• Superior Spring Trail Races, Lutsen
• Memorial Weekend Art Along the Lake, Schroeder, Tofte, Lutsen, Grand Marais, Grand Portage
• May Le Grand du Nord, Grand Marais, Gunflint Trail
June
• Boundary Waters Expo, Gunflint Trail
• Wooden Boat Show & Summer Solstice Festival, Grand Marais
• Lutsen 99er Mountain Bike Race, Lutsen
• Fourth of July, Tofte, Grand Marais, Grand Portage
July
• Grand Marais Arts Festival, Grand Marais
• North Shore Water Festival, Stone Harbor Wilderness Supply Co., Grand Marais
August
• Fisherman’s Picnic, Grand Marais
• Rendezvous Days and Pow-Wow, Grand Portage
September
• Radio Waves Music Festival, Grand Marais
• Superior Fall Trail Races, Lutsen
• Unplugged & Folk Artisan Marketplace Grand Marais
October
• Sawtooth Mountain Bike Challenge, Grand Marais
• Moose Madness Festival, Grand Marais

SEE MORE - http://www.visitcookcounty.com/calendar/

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
Pets are not allowed on the furniture or bedding.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
MN Dept of Health requires that guests provide us names, home addresses, vehicle makes and license plates for all guests.
Pets are NOT allowed on beds or furniture. Do not cut any standing timber/limbs or burn any construction materials.
An after the fact fee of $35/guest per night / $75 per pet, plus applicable taxes will be assessed for unregistered pets, or guests >4.

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: 10
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lutsen

Located in Lutsen, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Lake Superior and Ray Berglund State Wayside reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Alpine Slide and North Shore Commercial Fishing Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Lutsen, MN

What's nearby

  • North Shore Winery - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Lutsen Mountains - 7 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Superior National Golf Course - 7 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Alpine Slide - 11 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Caribou Lake - 17 min drive - 14.9 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 118 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moguls Grille and Tap Room - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fika Coffee - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lockport Marketplace - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Papa Charlie's Saloon & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Lofty Gondola - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lutsen Little Bear Lodge - Secluded Lutsen Mountain Cabin With Superior View pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Lutsen Little Bear Lodge - Secluded Lutsen Mountain Cabin With Superior View?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lutsen Little Bear Lodge - Secluded Lutsen Mountain Cabin With Superior View?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lutsen Little Bear Lodge - Secluded Lutsen Mountain Cabin With Superior View located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Superior National Forest and North Shore Winery. Alpine Slide and Superior National Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 267 out of 281 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 281 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 281 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 281 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 281 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kate P.

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

Comfortable North Shore Stay

Absolutely beautiful home and location! The home had everything needed in a wonderful wooded setting while being close to all the amenities we love about the North Shore. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Provided different info for wifi and check-in but cabin was very charming, cozy, great views. There were hunters in blaze orange walking near which startled kids. Forgot a jacket after check-out and it was very difficult to coordinate a solid pick-up with delayed responses with host, it was eventually abandoned.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma F.

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

Cozy little bear!

We had a wonderful stay at Little Bear Lodge. Brennan is very helpful and great with communication. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel U.

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

Very peaceful

Great location, very peaceful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

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

Boreal beauty

A perfect place for birders like us. Huge variety of wildlife Close to Cascade and Grand Marais and the Gunflint. Tremendous hikes
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela Z.

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

Comfortable stay!

Staying at this property provided a nice retreat for our family. Everything we needed was on-site. Beds were comfortable, cabin was clean and well stocked, and communication was easy. The views from the top deck were fantastic!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

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

Nice Family Getaway

Having the ski hill, woods, waterfall and hiking trails close to us was what we wanted, the location was perfect. We were happy to enjoy peace and privacy you can’t get at a resort and hope to return this year. Our host was responsive prior to our stay, the cabin is very nice and had everything we needed to prepare meals, the view was beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gina L.

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

Relaxing Getaway

We really enjoyed our stay at Little Bear Lodge. It was a great place to relax and recharge. We weren’t able to spend as much time outside as we would have liked due to mosquitos this time of year all over the region, so it was nice to have the space to read/cook/play cards.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam E.

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

Family Trip

Wonderful cabin and location to view the fall leaves. Great memories. The owner messaged us upon arrival and was available should be have an issues. There were no issues. Beautiful cabin in one of our favorite places.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe W.

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

exactly as expected

Fantastic stay at a fabulous place. I booked this place as a long ski weekend for a total of three couples. The space was a little small but you don't come to Lutsen to stay indoors. There was enough space for all three of us to have some privacy and two complete bathrooms. Kitchen was well stocked with cookware, and table service or all six of us to sit down to eat at the same time. We had to move stools from the breakfast bar to a table designed for 4 but it worked well enough.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Delightful base for North Shore vacation

We loved our time at the secluded Little Bear Lodge. We spent our weekend hiking to waterfalls, visiting state parks, canoeing in Boundary Waters, and spending precious time with our daughter who lives in MN. It was a perfect weekend. The cabin was clean, comfortable and hosts were easy to communicate with when needed. Thank you.We want to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krystal P.

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

Another lovely stay at Little Bear!

This was our second time staying at Little Bear for our annual friends ski trip and it was another lovely stay. The cabin is perfectly appointed with everything we needed for a cozy winter stay, perfectly located, and the hosts communicate very well to ensure you have an enjoyable stay. We already look forward to our next visit. Thank you for sharing your slice of Heaven in the Boreal forest!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect!

The view was breathtaking, adorable cabin. Communication was great. Our family of 6 was comfortable, everyone slept very well. Fully stocked kitchen make cooking for everyone easy. We look forward to returning year after year.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob and Carrie B.

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

Very nice combination of rustic and modern.

This is a comfortable clean property with nice extra amenities such as a bluetooth speaker system and cozy gas fireplace in the living area. The kitchen is fully functional. The view can't be beat. It's only a couple minutes from Lutsen Mountains. Overall, we were very satisfied.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Antony D.

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

Little Bear Captures Spirit of the North Shore

This is a repeat visit for us.The cabin is of unique design with extensive use of hand hewn wood throughout. The upper level deck off the main bedroom provides a treetop view of the lake and at night a stunning view of the stars. The location is excellent , especially if you appreciate the solitude of the surrounding forest, yet close to all the activities this area affords. Given the dramatic increase in cost of rentals since the pandemic Liitle Bear remains a great value for those whom wish to experience the many pleasures of this area. The owners are extremely attentive to every detail and exemplify the most desirable qualities of the good host.Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary kay O.

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

Superior spring trail race

My son was running a 50K and I couldn’t find accommodations at the lodge that the race was using for the event. We found this house and it turned out to be perfect. It was minutes away from the event and also we got to escape the crowds and has relaxing quiet time. The area was beautiful with plenty of food options, water falls and a gondola ride! If he ever runs this race again I will reach out to this property again. Had all you needed except a tv which I liked but my two grown sons would have liked to watch a movie—especially after running just under 32 miles😀 Everything was there that you would need as far as a kitchen even though we ate out. Beds were comfortable but I am glad it was just the three of us as it would have been too crowded to have all 6 of us. Highly recommend and I KNOW it must be beautiful in the fall!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Robert Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

MN winter had the upper hand

The coldest day of the winter thus far was the day we checked in, a high of 8 below zero. When we checked in the cabin was freezing. The thermostat read 54 degrees, with an unwelcome "Do not adjust" taped instruction on the front. Evidently, the thermostat is controlled remotely? We turned on the fireplace but with plummeting temps outside, it was a slow warm up, and upon going to bed we felt we had to turn the fireplace off, and the temps plummeted again. I've been warmer camping.Pipes in kitchen and upstairs bathroom were frozen for about the first 30 hours we were there. My son had a part time job of working on getting the pipes open.To say this is a three bedroom is generous. One of the "bedrooms" is a bed on the side of the stairway on the way to the upper bedroom, just enough room for the bed but not much more. And the bathroom upstairs really qualifies as a half, as it is very small.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you enjoy sweeping views, cozy living spaces and peaceful serenity, Little Bear Lodge is the place for you.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

john m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can’t say enough about this property. If you’re looking for solitude with incredible views, and plenty of outdoor activities, Little Bear is it! The house is built so perfectly for functionality and purpose, and has so much to offer, IMO.Well situated for access to everything, winery, Lutsen mountain, Superior Nat. Golf club, bike trails, etc…………Stars at night were phenomenal!!!And don’t forget to hit Lockport for a great Breakfast. Host Brennan is a great communicator as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

S. C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great stay at Littke Bear Lodge.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cabin that has what you need. It's in a secluded wooded area that was perfect for viewing the night sky. Also, very close to Lutsen Mountain, making it a quick drive to experience the Summit Gondola and Alpine Slide. If you're a golfer...make sure to book a tee time at Superior National. So much to see and do. Will definitely plan another stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was amazing. We used the upper deck a lot. The surround sound was nice. We made use of that too.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jody M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved staying at Little Bear Lodge. We had 2 couples and enjoyed each having our own space for sleeping, but also ample space to hang out together. The kitchen was well stocked and the location was great. We enjoyed being able to see Lake Superior and lots of trees...a highlight was seeing a rainbow over the lake one afternoon. I would consider staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel J. W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location, easily accessible to the best of the North Shore, but tucked away on a private wooded lot. Beds were very comfortable and house was very clean. Ample space inside the house and outside with 2 decks. The view from the second floor deck can’t be beat.Would love to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and quaint retreat
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Brennan Malanaphy

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Outdoor, music and art enthusiasts

Why they chose this property

Views, Nature, Seclusion, Serenity
Clean, Neat, Well-provisioned
Still just minutes to many activities and attractions

What makes this property unique

Lutsen Little Bear Lodge's elevated setting and post and beam construction provide pleasant vistas in and outside the cabin.

Languages:

English

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