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Secluded Forest Retreat With The Little Devil Track River Running Through.

Riverside cabin with kitchen and patio

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Interior
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fitness facility
3 bedrooms
Exterior
Immerse yourself in wilderness tranquility at this Grand Marais cabin, where beavers and eagles are your neighbors. Step outside to the nearby river, perfect for kids to splash and explore. With easy access to Devils Track Lake for fishing and swimming, as well as the Lake Superior Hiking Trail just beyond.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Secluded Forest Retreat With The Little Devil Track River Running Through.

Open May - November this is a wilderness cabin with beaver, eagles, mink, moose, and silence. We are surrounded by forest all around and our two neighbors are rarely heard from or seen at all. The small river is accessible right out your front door, and kids like to splash, catch and net things!
But so many things to do beckon beyond the cabin property it's almost overwhelming. The Lake Superior Hiking Trail (which runs from Duluth to Canada) is very nearby. Devils Track Lake, a rather large lake has good fishing and swimming is down the road a couple of miles. The galleries, food and music in 'town' are extraordinary. Grand Marais really has become quite a hub for artists of all types. The North House Folk School is a one of a kind craftshop with adult classes and the Gunflint Tavern features local and national talent in a funky intimate atmosphere.
Almost half of the people who stay at our cabin are repeat visitors. When you read our guestbook you can see the fun (and quiet relaxation) unfold for so many, rain or shine.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Outside only and pick up butts please.

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Any and all pets are $150 for your stay.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: The little pond in front is shallow.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only and pick up butts please.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 6
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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 required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Secluded Forest Retreat Little Devil Track River Running Through
Secluded Forest Retreat Little Devil Track River Running Through

About the area

Map
Grand Marais, MN

What's nearby

  • Gunflint Hills Golf Course - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Pincushion Mountain - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • North Shore Health - 9 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Cook County Court House - 10 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Grand Marais Art Colony - 10 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 140 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Voyageur Brewing Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dockside Fish Market - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Fisherman’s Daughter - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Java Moose Espresso Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Gun Flint Tavern - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Forest Retreat With The Little Devil Track River Running Through. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Secluded Forest Retreat With The Little Devil Track River Running Through.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Forest Retreat With The Little Devil Track River Running Through.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Forest Retreat With The Little Devil Track River Running Through. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Superior National Forest and Gunflint Hills Golf Course. Devils Track Falls State Wayside and Pincushion Mountain are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

Secluded Forest Retreat With The Little Devil Track River Running Through. Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 98 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 98 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 98 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 98 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 98 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thea W.

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

Great stay at cute cabin!

Hosts were great to confirm not too many steps and beds/baths on main level for my elderly parents. Cool sleeping loft for my teenaged son and he caught some trout in the stream!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kim B.

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

Vacation

nice place
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danette B.

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

Relaxing Time Away

This was the perfect place for our family to enjoy each other's company and being close to the big lake! We loved the little river in the front of the property, and the kids loved it even more. We enjoyed nature, each other and would love to return again in the future. This is by far the best family trip yet!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Wanda W.

Perfect cabin in the woods!

This cabin perfectly suited our needs for a weekend family gathering in Grand Marais! We had a large family reunion in town with many members reserving rooms in hotels, and some in the campground. By the time our kids knew of their plans to be able to attend, the hotel rooms were all booked and we found this cabin gem - so thankful it was still available! The owners were so responsive and informative. All that was needed, and so much more, was provided. My sister-in-law is already wanting to reserve it the next time they head to Grand Marais! Its privacy and quaintness fit our family and I loved the river right in the backyard. Highly recommend this cabin!

6/10 Okay

Connie R.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic setting but needs attention maintenance

Four of us stayed including my mother and mother -in-law who are in their eighties. I did not receive directions on how to get into the cabin before the trip but was able to find the key. A very bold mouse made his presence known that evening. There were no traps in the cabin and when contacting the owner, he said to go buy some. Sleepless night.We got traps the next day and set them but never caught Mickey. We saw evidence of him living there in the pans, kitchen, and the bathroom cubbies. The owner never checked on us again to see if the issue had been resolved. The kitchen was well stocked. Table top not attached to dining table, made for shaky meals and card playing. There is nowhere to unpack and store your clothes so you need to live out of your suitcase for the stay. The setting is quiet, remote, and beautiful. The jacks holding up the cabin look to need attention as well as the deck rail. Again the location was amazing and close enough to Grand Marias and waterfalls...we had wonderful day trips, sightseeing and shopping.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brent K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Close to grand Marais , close to fishing and mountain biking ,just what we were looking for. Well kept property, secluded location, nice area in the back to sit by the pond/ brook with fire pit.Comfortable sleeping arrangements, we are a family of 6.We enjoyed our stay.We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin is so comfortable, cozy and secluded. Chris and Anne provide a peaceful retreat for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Rustic cabin where you can listen to water

Overall good experience. Like that it has a shallow stream in back, a bbq grill, 3 beds and 2 toilets. The kitchen has everything you need to cook meals. Areas that might be something to consider. The shower area is only shut off by a curtain, no door - since you have to go by the bed in family room to get to this area it was awkward for some in our family. The roof had damage which caused water to be coming in from ceiling. We were not made aware and some of our stuff and child, clothes were soaked by morning. I did let chris know and he said he was aware and it was hard to get workers out. It rained a few nights and we had to put pots and plastic bins out to catch water. No one reached out to us about our stuff or tried to put tarp out- was unfortunate. The listing made it dound like there was more than one bedroom. The only bedroom had one full sized bed. The open area in loft and family room also had a bed, but had to put kids there. No blinds or curtains on windows in family/living room which meant the kids were up extra early lol. Overall we enjoyed the quiet, liked the stream and ability to have our fur family members.
Stream, they may call this part the "pond" that confused me
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay on the river! The cabin was even more beautiful than we had hoped. So clean and spacious too! They had everything we needed to be able to relax and just enjoy our week. Our kids range from 10-16 and loved having the river and pond to paddle around in. Even in early June the water was warm enough for them get in. Only a few minutes out of town and perfectly located to be able to enjoy both Grand Marais and the Gunflint Trail. We hope to come back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Astrid L.

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

Secluded getaway

This was our third visit to this cabin and we enjoyed every moment! During the day we explored several of the great hikes in the area, and in the evening we relaxed in the clean and cozy cabin by the fire reading and playing games. We’re already looking forward to our next visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan K.

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

Cozy Cabin

Perfect, private, comfortable cabin. We had a fantastic stay. Highly recommend. Short trip to town or the gunflint. Cool nights made the wood stove a wonderful asset. Hope to return next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven O.

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

Grand Marais A frame cabin

Definitely Heaven on Earth. Serene, peaceful, super cozy. We call ot our little "Once a year slice of heaven". We hope to book again next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Anne K.

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

Peaceful Cottage

Babbling brook created a calm atmosphere. Comfortable beds, hot water, handy location close to hunting trails and also to Grand Marais. Flies inside were annoying and some outlets/lamps didn’t work.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel P.

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

We love staying here

This was our second time staying here, we love it.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

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

North Shore Anniversary Trip

Really enjoyed the quaint cabin and quiet location. Easy access to everything north shore has to offer.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrina S.

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

Relaxing little getaway

This was our second time staying in the cabin. Such a special place. The location is a perfect distance from town so that we could come back and prepare meals between exploring. Everything we needed was in the cabin. Absolutely perfect time. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

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

Perfect Place In The Woods To Unwind

The river runs through the front yard, flowing over rocks, creating a peaceful “white noise” situation, enjoyed throughout the house. “Cooler by the Lake” is a factor as well, our stay was the first week of August, in the 90’s to the south, but mid 60’s in the cabin during the day, and bumping 58 degrees after dark Comfortable throughout, so many nice touches, including well aged birch in ghe woodsbed!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Erik K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to hiking

This VRBO is close to the Pincushion Trail for biking & hiking. It's also a quick drive to town for coffee and donuts. In the general Grand Marais area we saw two otters, a jack rabbit, plenty of bouncing crows, 2 wolves and three pups, chipmunks, red squirrels, humming birds, snakes and water birds. The wolves were spotted from atop the NE side of Pincushion Mountain looking E down into a meadow. The adults were rather large! Inside, I am sorry to say, was visual, audible, and scent evidence of mice. We did not use the kitchen because of the mouse activity. All of our food was kept inside our cooler as not to add to the party that we were not invited to. The sleeping arrangements were comfortable for my family. Thank you for the 3 fans. Drapes would be a plus. We gave up on the entertainment system. We changed the batteries in the remote with no luck. We saw the directions in the handbook. The movie supply looked fun for late night relaxing. I enjoyed your books- especially the Big Sur Cookbook. The stream was a bonus for us. It's deep in spots (2.5-3 ft.). The otters were spotted early in the morning on the far side of the stream. The back deck is not safe for a small group of adults to be all at once. The situation is in dire need of a sure foundation. The mosquitoes were not out of control. The driveway was a nice wooded walk. The neighbors/pets were quiet. There's plenty of firewood for bonfires and we were happy to find a shower. Thank You.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James R.

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

Peace and Quiet

My wife and I drove to the A frame the day after our wedding. It was a beautiful little a frame to spend our first few days as a married couple. Having fires by the stream so relaxing, such a quiet peaceful vibe. The sound system is good, a few more CDs would be nice but a good selection. It is an easy 5 min drive to town and good food. The beds, furniture, etc are all nice and comfortable. The kitchen is a bit basic, but that is what is described and a very easy trade off for the seclusion, nature, and positive vibe. Would love to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi R.

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

Friends’ Getaway

We had the BEST time at the Secluded Forest Retreat in Grand Marais. The location was private and beautiful, with our daily view of the little river out back. The amenities were perfect and the home offered lots of comfortable spaces. We loved the unique artwork and selection of books and movies. The kitchen was well equipped ands access to the grill was a bonus. We enjoyed taking a break from eating out and making our own meals. The location was close enough to town yet far enough out to take in the peace and quiet. It was just what we needed for our friends’ getaway to the North Shore.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marlae C.

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

Beautiful location, quaint cabin

Loved the location of this A-frame cabin. We had a nasty night of weather and rain that caused leaking in the cabin and the electricity to go out. Chris was very attentive in helping with communication to get this resolved. The cabin was very clean, beds comfortable, close to Grand Marais, and on the Gunflint Trail. Disappointed we did not see wildlife.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex H.

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

Very Relaxing

Very cozy and secluded space. Decorations make it seem like a home. Loved hearing the water behind the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne V.

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

Perfection

This cabin was the perfect place for us! We explored the North Shore each day and came back to a relaxing and quirky cabin each evening. It is secluded and quiet, but also just a few short minutes to downtown Grand Marais, close to multiple state parks, and many other adventures. The cabin itself is well-stocked and cozy. It sleeps 6, with very comfortable beds, two bathrooms, and a lovely kitchen. It is bright and cheery, with the sound of the river right outside. The hosts were wonderful with communication and they clearly love the property. If you're travelling Up North, make this your home-base!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Astrid L., St. Paul, MN

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

Secluded getaway

We had a wonderful long weekend in this cozy cabin tucked away in the woods, but still a quick drive to town and lots of great hiking trails. One day it rained, but we were happy to sit by the fire, play games, and watch the rain come down through the big windows. This was our second stay at this cabin and we’d come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marge L.

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

Ecletic Cabin in the Woods

A serene spot to explore the North Shore from. Great art, comfy and homey furniture and everything you need (including a wide selection of books and DVD's plus a piano) to make a vacation getaway that is memorable.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023