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Red Dirt Retreat - Sleeps 14 - Cuyuna - Fire pit

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A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with a table and chairs. - Red Dirt Retreat - Sleeps 14 - Cuyuna - Fire pit (Crosby)
A spacious living room with a beige sofa, a patterned ottoman, and a coffee table with decorative items. A television is mounted on the wall, and there is a staircase leading to another level. - Red Dirt Retreat - Sleeps 14 - Cuyuna - Fire pit (Crosby)
A dining room with a long table set for six, surrounded by wooden chairs. A potted plant is in the center of the table. - Red Dirt Retreat - Sleeps 14 - Cuyuna - Fire pit (Crosby)
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At Second & Seventh, unwind in this casual yet elegant 5-bedroom retreat. Enjoy fat tire biking or ice fishing nearby and cozy up by the fire pit on the partially covered outdoor deck. With a fully stocked kitchen, comfy beds, and top-of-the-line linens, your group of 12 will feel right at home.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12297 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Red Dirt Retreat - Sleeps 14 - Cuyuna - Fire pit

  • Join us at Red Dirt Retreat for an up north escape. Enjoy fat tire biking, ice fishing on the surrounding lakes or mine pits, cross country skiing on the well-groomed trails. Your large group will be right at home in this casual, but elegant 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom that comfortably sleeps 12. Beds are super comfy. Linens are top of the line. Kitchen is fully stocked for cooks. Garage is heated and has a foosball table and ping pong table.

    2 blocks to bike trail access and then less than 5 minutes by bike or walk to the Portsmouth Mine Pit Lake and connections to all the trails.

    Home has an open concept main floor with comfortable living room and 65 inch smart TV with all your favorite apps, large dining room that comfortably seats 12 and a chef’s kitchen packed with appliances and tools.

    One main floor bedroom (king) with a connected full bath). Main floor large hall space with full size bike trail maps, indoor and outdoor games, puzzles, books and more to enjoy. Door leads to a partially covered outdoor deck and yard. Updated fire pit coming!

    There are two separate second level living spaces! One in the front of the house with three bedrooms and a full bath (1 king, 1 queen, 2 fulls). One in the rear of the house with a bunk room (4 twins) and a 3/4 bath (shower, no tub).

    Basement laundry room stocked and available for guest use.

    Whole house is accessible to guests, including garage

    On site hosts, Ryan and Sara, are available throughout your stay and easily reached via text or phone.

    This great home is just 10 blocks off Highway 6 (main road through town). The neighborhood is quiet and the house sits on the corner between two dead-end streets, so car traffic and noise is minimal.

    There IS a nice stream of bike traffic, though! This home is 2 blocks from the bike trailhead that leads to Portsmouth Mine Pit Lake and it’s associated trails.

    So close to everything Crosby has to offer!

    SuperOne grocery and liquor store - 3 minute drive, 20 minute walk

    Cuyuna Brewing, Iron Range Eatery - 2 minute drive, 12 minute walk

    Red Raven coffee, Cuyuna Outfitters - 3 minute drive, 18 minute walk

    Parking available on streets around home and in the driveway.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Guest is required to sign Renter Agreement. Security deposit required of $300.
Minimum age of primary renter is 25 years old.
No pets / No smoking / No parties or events

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Crosby, this holiday home is on a lake. Traditions at Cuyuna Falls Mini Golf and The Lakes are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Northern Pacific Depot and Aitkin County Fairgrounds. Visit our Crosby travel guide
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Crosby, MN

What's nearby

  • A heron in flight over water with a backdrop of greenery and branches.
    Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Croft Mine Historical Park
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Serpent Lake
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Portsmouth Mine Lake
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Crosby Memorial Park
    18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    14 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bridge Tavern
    9 min drive
  • Cuyuna Brewing Company
    12 min walk
  • Woodtick Inn
    6 min drive
  • Deerstand Restaurant and Bar
    8 min drive
  • High Wheel Confectionery
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Red Dirt Retreat - Sleeps 14 - Cuyuna - Fire pit pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Red Dirt Retreat - Sleeps 14 - Cuyuna - Fire pit?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Red Dirt Retreat - Sleeps 14 - Cuyuna - Fire pit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Red Dirt Retreat - Sleeps 14 - Cuyuna - Fire pit?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Red Dirt Retreat - Sleeps 14 - Cuyuna - Fire pit located?

This family-friendly Crosby holiday home is located on a lake, just steps away from Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area and Croft Mine Historical Park. Serpent Lake and Portsmouth Mine Lake are also within 15 minutes.

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Red Dirt Retreat - Sleeps 14 - Cuyuna - Fire pit Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

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10/10 Excellent

Jessie N.

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

Amazing place!

Beautiful home with everything you need. Just a block from the bike trail!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Overall the house was clean and delightful. There was one garbage can that hadn't been emptied, and a plastic bottle left under one bed. Little nits: The living room could use another table lamp. The main floor bedroom has room for, and could use, a chair -- I kept sliding off the the bed when sitting on it to dress. Other than that - the house is delightful, and close to where we needed to be, and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jon L.

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

Great place for multiple families

We really enjoyed our stay. Plenty of room for three families. Quick access to bike trails. Very clean, well stocked, with an attached garage with an excellent bike storage area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon P.

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

Perfect Friends Weekend Getaway

We really enjoyed our stay, there was plenty of room for everyone. Kitchen had everything we needed. Beds and linens were super comfortable. We would love to come back in the summer, location is great for walking into town. Hosts were super responsive and accomodating. Will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen R.

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

Perfect Family Reuinion House

We got 2 houses forbthe family reunion and this one was absolutely perfect forbthe younger kids and as the centeal meeting space. The kitchen was perfect and ut was a warm and welcoming space for all.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barb Y.

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

Crosby Adventure

The house was very well equipped with everything we might need. Loved having the solo stove to use & having the space in the garage to store our bikes (even a bike rack) made it easy & safe when we were not using them. Easy walk to town. Loved Crosby! Very friendly town folks. Everything about it was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick W.

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

Let's Meet in the Middle for Family Fun!

From Green Bay and Oklahoma City...met in the middle in Crosby. Had a fabulous time. Room for everyone, and space for all. Garage has a great set up for bike storage and added games and beach toys. House was perfect for everyone, from the 2 year old to the grandparents. Biking, hiking, scootering, Serpent Lake beach, park, playground, Clear Kayaking at the Rally Center, the railroad museum, walks downtown, the miners memorial walk... Had a great stay and would certainly do it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

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

Can't say enough good things about the host!

This home is configured very nicely for a group of 12 that came to this location to bike Cuyuna. The home is cozy and super clean. We loved the kitchen and large gathering area for games and conversation. The garage was perfect for securely storing our bikes. Unfortunately after we settled in there was an unforeseen water problem due to the harsh freezing weather. There was a quick response from the owner who immediately came onsite and tried to correct the problem. After it was discovered that the problem could not be fixed immediately the host offered up a similar property in the neighborhood and they promptly compensated us for the inconvenience. I cannot say enough how professional and caring the host handled the situation. Even with the unfortunate issues with the water, our group hopes to return and patron this host in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

masi s.

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

beautiful quiet retreat.

My husband, my daughter n her hubby and 12 yr old stayed there ! Since we were the overflow of lake cabin .. we mostly used it to just sleep n breakfast. Three things objectionable were: faucet Towel hanger in the downstairs bathroom : my husband hit that ... we did not cook there but prefer stainless steel cookware and garage needed airing out ( I m sure of all the rains we got ...] plus we did not spend much time here as we were at the lake most of the time. we enjoyed our time there at night. street was very quite. decor is great... The host very prompt in all the things we asked for...etc... Super one grocery store is near by. we had to run to E.R. in Brainard ... and that place too was amazingly friendly . So all in all we had a fantastic time there. Our 12 yr old loved the place... WE would use it again if we ever come back there and if it is available. All in All it is gem in that little town! great job. We loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

The V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was easy and everything was furnished. We had a great stay. Thank you so much
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Todd N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything as expected
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

LuAnn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great setting for friend get together! Bedrooms away from kitchen/living room, so early risers can talk.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alanna U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a lovely modern home with a great kitchen and large dining room
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Greg E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very spacious, clean and easy access to the trails. Garage is great for secure bike storage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon T.

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

Sister Weekend

The befs were very comfy and the bedrooms roomy Well stocked kitchen.Walking distance to downtown was perfect for us , and also having the trail so close.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Betsy J.

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

Cute Clean Charmer

The property was clean, well maintained and easy to find in Crosby. We would recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property satisfied all our needs. We had five adults and four kids. The amount of space was even more than we needed. It was so nice to have linens, paper towels, and detergents available for use. We plan to use this property again in the future for visiting family in the area. Ryan was extremely responsive and provided all necessary information for a wonderful stay! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025