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Jay Cooke Cottage: wood burning sauna, cold plunge, dogs welcome,firepit & grill

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A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a lamp, and a patterned rug. There is a TV and a fireplace in the background. - Jay Cooke Cottage: wood burning sauna, cold plunge, dogs welcome,firepit & grill (Esko)
A forested area with a circular seating area and a hammock. - Jay Cooke Cottage: wood burning sauna, cold plunge, dogs welcome,firepit & grill (Esko)
A cozy living room with a sofa, a television, and a fireplace. - Jay Cooke Cottage: wood burning sauna, cold plunge, dogs welcome,firepit & grill (Esko)
A small, single-story house with a porch, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and tall trees. - Jay Cooke Cottage: wood burning sauna, cold plunge, dogs welcome,firepit & grill (Esko)
A compact kitchen with white appliances, a wooden door, and a patterned rug. - Jay Cooke Cottage: wood burning sauna, cold plunge, dogs welcome,firepit & grill (Esko)
Take advantage of a firepit, a garden and a playground at Jay Cooke Cottage: dogs welcome, wood burning Sauna, cold plunge,firepit & grill. Active travellers can enjoy kayaking at this cottage. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
The current price is €285
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov

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About this property

Jay Cooke Cottage: wood burning sauna, cold plunge, dogs welcome,firepit & grill

  • Come enjoy the jay cooke vibe while also having the entire cottage and a 1 acre yard right off Jay Cooke Rd. There is a new and seperate cedar wood burning sauna behind the cottage with a new cold plunge as well.

    You willl be able to finally unwind and let all of the stress at home escape when you are sitting along with the 70 feet pine trees or reading in a gentle breeze.

    It is a park like yard with a firepit and grill outdoor furniture snd dining area. There is room to just sit back and listen to all of the birds through this Jay cooke area. There are coyotes and bears this year please dont leave food outside.

    Down the road is the superior hiking trail (SHT) and the munger trail boasting several miles of rugged hiking paths, 7o miles of smooth blacktop paths on munger and easy access to COGGS trails for mt biking. We are close to everything in Jay Cooke State Park. Including the St Louis River. Close access, off 35 to get to Duluth.

    The quiet neighborhood will help you enjoy star filled nights by the fire pit and sounds of nature's surroundings. We do have bears in the neighborhood as of July 2, 26 so we not recommended to have food outside.

    Our kitchen is supplied with any utensil you would need to cook a meal for your family or group of 6 or less.

    We have a coffee pot that brews by the pot or uses k-pods. If you wish to cook outside we have a charcoal grill and freestanding grill for over the fire pit.

    Our cottage does NOT have any cameras for your privacy.

    ~Mike and Andrea

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About the area

Located in Esko, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. Spirit Mountain and Proctor Golf Club and Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Encore Performing Arts Center and Gary New Duluth Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Proctor Dirt Floor Arena or Wade Stadium. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and ice skating. Visit our Esko travel guide
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Esko, MN

What's nearby

  • A river flowing through a rocky landscape with autumn-colored trees in the background.
    Jay Cooke State Park
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • A person in red winter gear standing on a rocky mountain peak with snow and trees in the background.
    Spirit Mountain
    9 min drive - 16.6 km
  • A nighttime cityscape with a prominent bridge, illuminated buildings, and a river.
    Aerial Lift Bridge
    20 min drive - 32.8 km
  • Duluth Entertainment Convention Center
    19 min drive - 31.3 km
  • Miller Hill Mall
    21 min drive - 31.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Kwik Trip
    13 min drive
  • Kwik Trip
    10 min drive
  • McDonald's
    14 min drive
  • Buffalo House
    11 min drive
  • Streetcar Kitchen & Pub
    10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Jay Cooke Cottage: dogs welcome, wood burning Sauna, cold plunge,firepit & grill pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Jay Cooke Cottage: wood burning sauna, cold plunge, dogs welcome,firepit & grill?

As of 5 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Jay Cooke Cottage: wood burning sauna, cold plunge, dogs welcome,firepit & grill on 23 Nov 2026 start from €285, 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 Jay Cooke Cottage: dogs welcome, wood burning Sauna, cold plunge,firepit & grill?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Jay Cooke Cottage: dogs welcome, wood burning Sauna, cold plunge,firepit & grill?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Jay Cooke Cottage: dogs welcome, wood burning Sauna, cold plunge,firepit & grill?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Jay Cooke Cottage: dogs welcome, wood burning Sauna, cold plunge,firepit & grill located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Jay Cooke State Park and 1.8 mi (3 km) from Saint Louis River. Esko Historical Society Museum and Northridge Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Jay Cooke Cottage: wood burning sauna, cold plunge, dogs welcome,firepit & grill Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 121 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 121 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 121 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place. Very clean and comfortable. Hosts were incredibly responsive and made the stay very easy. Great recommendations for the area. Close to what you need but still feels remote.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very comfortable accommodations. Our dogs loved to explore the open yard.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Cute place. Had everything we needed. Was close to the state park
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful and peaceful spot for the family to be close to the state park and have a relaxing yard to wined down after hiking. Easy to communicate with hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little cottage. Very clean and host is super responsive. Great location for exploring Jay Cooke State park and other hikes. Also close to bike trail. This was our second time staying here and I’m sure we’ll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was very clean.Location was quiet.Ample room for dogs.Short distance from Duluth and state park.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend this property! Very clean, nice 2 bedroom cabin in a very convenient location. Close to town and bike trails and Jay Cooke State Park. Also very close to Duluth, so we had a great visit to Canal Park. And at the end of each adventurous day, we got to go back to this nice country cabin, and grill out and have a nice private campfire! Nice furnishings and comfortable beds! Easy check-in and check-out. Owners were very nice to deal with and responded to our texts promptly! One of the best places we have rented out!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location to get to Jay Cooke
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic communication and property was clean and convienient!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts were very accommodating and friendly! We were very excited about the sauna but we happened to stay over a heat wave. So Mike went and bought a trough to use as a cold plunge that day. And it worked out great. The house was perfect. Very clean. We were able to squeeze 6 people in comfortably. And the proximity to Jay Cook was a huge plus.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great time

We had a great time here. Good location and good hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved our stay! We were the first ones to use the sauna, and it was absolutely amazing! Felt like we were at a spa! The home is clean and has everything you need. Hosts were responsive, kind and easy to communicate with. FYI- There is no Wi-Fi there, but phone service is good. I would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The place was nice and cozy. The kitchen was well equipped and everything worked out great. The host was friendly and communicative and my dogs got to come with!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay with our dogs

We really enjoyed our stay at your peaceful cottage. It was great location to explore the area from. Very cozy with everything needed available.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Welcoming for pets, the house was clean and a great base camp for visiting Jay Cooke. Even had my favorite movies on DVD to watch while we unwound
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Duluth

Great stay! Great location! Great people to help make the trip memorable
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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We enjoyed our stay in this cozy cottage! A very peaceful and comfortable spot, with a pretty and welcoming interior. Communication from our hosts was helpful and timely. We did not take advantage of the proximity to Jay Cooke Park and other beautiful natural areas this time, but could easily see why this would be a great spot to stay for such adventures!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful clean house. Very comfortable. Very close to Jay Cooke State Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean, cozy space to stay! Worked perfect for us with our dog. Really appreciated all of the area recommendations the hosts provided - they were so helpful! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Cottage was very clean. Cozy and warm. It was snowing heavy when we arrived and Host was very accommodating and timely getting snow cleared out. Hot water, heat, bathroom nice and large. Pet friendly - my two Pomeranians were comfortable. Looking forward to a possible follow up visit in summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This clean, cozy place was perfect for a weekend getaway. Conveniently located adjacent to Jay Cooke State Park made access to trails for daily hikes a breeze. And communication with the owners is the best I’ve ever experienced. They were incredibly responsive and made helpful recommendations for restaurants, trails, kayak rentals and more. We’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Easter 2025 weekend

beautiful area, cozy cottage.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Peacful Base Camp

Location was perfect for exploring Duluth and North Shore. A peaceful place to come back to in the evening.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Warm and cozy cabin with everything we needed. Great selection of DVDs and loved the little relaxing touches like the air diffuser and salt lamp. Our daughter loved playing in the snow in the yard.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a wonderful time exploring the area and didn't realize how beautiful it was. We loved the swing bridge area. We spent a lot of time doing crafts, while the guys went fishing and golfing. It was a very relaxing four days.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025