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Timber-frame Beach Chalet on Lake Superior between Lutsen and Grand Marais

Timber-frame Beach Chalet on Lake Superior between Lutsen and Grand Marais

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Property grounds
Games inside, waves lapping outside, sun setting ... It's lake time!
Interior
Living room
Interior

Overview of Timber-frame Beach Chalet on Lake Superior between Lutsen and Grand Marais

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

Map
Lutsen, MN
  • Popular LocationCascade River State Park1 min walk
  • Popular LocationSuperior National Golf Course11 min drive
  • Popular LocationCaribou Lake15 min drive
  • AirportDuluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.)120 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Den Sleeper Sofa

1 Queen Bed

Loft King Bedroom

1 King Bed

Loft Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Main Level Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Half Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Timber-frame Beach Chalet on Lake Superior between Lutsen and Grand Marais

Cedarwood Hollow rests on the edge of a private cobblestone beach on Lake Superior. Located on a quiet stretch of Cascade Beach Road, halfway between Lutsen and Grand Marais, Cedarwood sits along the boundary of Cascade River State Park.

This authentic timber-frame chalet has been completely renovated to retain all of its original charm of a bygone era, while updated with all the modern amenities — including a 48" Italian pro-style gas range in the kitchen. Offering an abundantly spacious layout, the Great Room is home to a wood-burning fireplace, dining table, game table, and picture windows so close to the Big Lake that its waves practically lap at your toes. The master bedroom has a king bed overlooking the water, allowing guests to fall asleep to the soothing sound of lapping waves. The 2 full bathrooms are outfitted in spa-like fashion with oversized deep-soaker tubs. With the 2nd and 3rd loft bedrooms, one outfitted with a king bed, the other with a queen — and a sleeper sofa in a private corner of the loft — Cedarwood can comfortably sleep 8 adults.

Outside, a beachside patio sits elevated just above the cobblestone shore. A pro-style gas grill makes for easy outdoor cooking and gathering. As idyllic as the Cedarwood Hollow is, the cabin itself is only the beginning …

Cedarwood is situated in the heart of the most legendary and spectacular section of the entire North Shore. Except for a few private parcels of land right along the Lake Superior Shore, Cedarwood essentially sits in the middle of pristine Cascade River State Park. Hundreds of miles of Sawtooth Mountains trails (hiking in the summer, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling in the winter) are accessible right out the front door of the cabin. Cascade Lodge Restaurant & Pub is an easy 1-mile walk and features great food, drinks, and frequent live music. A trail leading to Cascade Falls is just 1.5 miles from Cedarwood's door. And within a 30-minute drive, everything the North Shore is known for is accessible: world-class hiking, fishing, kayaking, biking trails, skiing, galleries, restaurants, NorthHouse Folk School, and a vibrant live music scene. After all, Cedarwood Hollow sits in the heart of Cook County and Grand Marais, which was named by Travel & Leisure magazine as "America's Best Small Lake Town" in 2023!

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NorthLight Lodging is a family-operated, boutique hospitality operation consisting of several guest cabins along Lake Superior’s North Shore in northern Minnesota. Ranging in size from 1 to 4+ bedrooms — and all sitting along the easternmost stretch of coveted Cascade Beach Road — NorthLight's properties are located halfway between the grandeur and skiing of the Lutsen Mountains and the charming harbor town of Grand Marais. Each cabin is nestled right along the lakeshore and has been curated with painstaking attention to detail. Our goal in designing, crafting, and appointing our cabins is to embody all the subtle enchantment of the North Shore region we so love. We aspire to offer incomparably welcoming spaces — cared for with meticulous attention to detail — that foster inspiration, connection, and wonder for all who visit.

Property manager

Rebecca Katzenmeier
Premier Host
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Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Lake view

House Rules

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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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

Lutsen

Located in Lutsen, this cottage is on the beach. Superior National Golf Course and North Shore Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Superior and Superior National Forest. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Lutsen, MN

What's nearby

  • Cascade River State Park - 1 min walk
  • Superior National Golf Course - 11 min drive
  • North Shore Winery - 11 min drive
  • Caribou Lake - 15 min drive
  • Lutsen Mountains - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 121 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cascade Lodge - 4 min drive
  • Fika Coffee - 9 min drive
  • Lutsen Scandinavian Resort Dining - 3 min drive
  • The Pie Place - 7 min drive
  • The Strand Waterfront Dining Room Lutsen Resort Lutsen - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Timber-frame Beach Chalet on Lake Superior between Lutsen and Grand Marais pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Timber-frame Beach Chalet on Lake Superior between Lutsen and Grand Marais?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Timber-frame Beach Chalet on Lake Superior between Lutsen and Grand Marais?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Timber-frame Beach Chalet on Lake Superior between Lutsen and Grand Marais located?

Nestled on the beach, this Lutsen cottage is just steps away from Superior National Forest and Lake Superior. Cascade River State Park is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

susannah b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Staying on superior in the midst of winter is not everyone’s cup of tea, But we love the wild lovely lake in all seasons, staying in a beautiful cottage is the secret, and this one is absolutely lovely, with beautiful amenities and an incredible setting. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Lakefront Cabin
We stayed here for our annual girls ski weekend, unfortunately it was too cold and windy to ski. But that was okay because it was so fun to spend time at the beautiful cabin! The location is great, near lots of local attractions. Strongly recommend AWD, our vehicles had no problems but glad to have it. The fireplace was a huge bonus and we loved having a fire every night! Plenty of linens, towels, etc. Kitchen was gorgeous. We hope to be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P., Chicago, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Breathtaking cabin
Our stay was wonderful! We enjoyed the gorgeous views of the lake, the beautiful furnishings, and the attention to detail was immaculate. We can’t wait to come back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Stay
A comfortable stay in an amazing location. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

jackie w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Balm for Your Soul
Cedarwood Hollow is a magical place. Lake sounds fill your ears and clear your mind. The cabin has been so thoughtfully laid out and decorated. Every light switch is labelled. The appliances are top notch. The kitchen is exactly how you'd want your own laid out. Open and inviting. Our family flowed from space to space easily and naturally as conversations flowed. Great cuddling couch. Perfect table for puzzles with views of the lake everywhere. We can't wait to go back. (Spoiler alert - --we already booked 3 additional stays for the coming year!!)
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Rebecca Katzenmeier

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With both of us native to Kansas, we made our first foray to the Northwoods in 1994, shortly after being newly married. Little did we know that that initial five-night paddling trip, launched from the end of the Gunflint Trail outside of Grand Marais, would lead to a lifetime of pursuing the Northwoods and everything it represents. We now own and operate a Tallgrass Prairie Preserve in the Flint Hills of Kansas, and we love the gentle beauty of the prairie — a sublime beauty that soaks slowly into your soul rather than a dramatic beauty that hits you upside the head.

We find the Northwoods to be similar in that regard. Whether the quiet lapping of waves against a rock shore, the distant haunting call of a loon, the silent rise of a full moon over Lake Superior, or the crackle of a wood fire on a frigid snowy night, we find the essence of the Northwoods invigorates our hearts and spirits like nowhere else. We can't think of anything more fulfilling than sharing our little piece of the North with guests in the hope that it will be as life-giving to them as it is to us. Welcome to Cedarwood Hollow!

Why they chose this property

Cedarwood Hollow is uniquely perched right on the edge of one of the most stunning stretches of beach anywhere along the North Shore — with Lake Superior's waves literally lapping at its edge! It has captured our imaginations since the first time we stumbled upon it — and still does today!

What makes this property unique

Cedarwood Hollow has a unique blend of old and new … its authentic timber-frame architecture was well ahead of its time, but its charm is expressive of the bygone era in which it was built. This property is uniquely equipped to accommodate a large number of guests, and we have three other properties, Painted Rock (Vrbo #761264), SweetWater Cottage (Vrbo #1770536), and WoodSong (Vrbo #1054023) located nearby and can be combined together to allow multiple families or friend groups to stay close in close proximity.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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