Cottage-themed 3BR getaway at Giants Ridge

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Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Washer

Pool

Parking available

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Explore the area

Biwabik, MN

Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort

1 min walk

Calgary Chair

10 min walk

J-Bar

10 min walk

Eveleth, MN (EVM-Eveleth - Virginia Municipal)

29 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Loft

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Main floor 2

1 Queen Bed

Main Floor 1

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

Nestled under a grove of towering conifers and overlooking beautiful Wynne Lake, Pinecone Cottage is our newest property next to Giants Ridge Recreation Area. Enjoy direct access to the Mesabi Trail, the Giants Ridge mountain bike park, alpine and nordic skiing, beach, playground and outdoor summer pool/hottub, plus classic northern Minnesota “lake place” living from this spacious home directly within the Giants Ridge Golf & Ski Resort complex. Fully renovated in a cozy northwoods cottage theme in 2019, this is the perfect location for your getaway up north!

Property manager

Shawn Callahan

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

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Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

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

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

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 deadlock

About the area

Aurora

Located in Aurora, this holiday home is on a lake. Paul Wellstone Memorial & Historic Site and Soudan Underground Mine State Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort and Chamonix Chair. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Biwabik, MN

What's nearby

Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort - 1 min walk
Calgary Chair - 10 min walk
Chamonix Chair - 15 min walk
Vermilion Trail Park - 8 min drive
Biwabik City Park - 11 min drive

Getting around

Hibbing, MN (HIB-Chisholm-Hibbing) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

‪Rudy's Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive
‪The Hive Coffee and Bakehouse - ‬10 min drive
‪A&W Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
‪Burnt Onion Kitchen & Brews - ‬10 min walk
‪Dave's Alpine Bar - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Cottage-themed 3BR getaway at Giants Ridge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Cottage-themed 3BR getaway at Giants Ridge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cottage-themed 3BR getaway at Giants Ridge?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage-themed 3BR getaway at Giants Ridge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cottage-themed 3BR getaway at Giants Ridge located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is steps away from Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort and Chamonix Chair. Calgary Chair and J-Bar are also within 15 minutes.

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

AJ C.

22 Aug 2024

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

Cabin Getaway

Wonderful property. Well kept, clean, and fantastic location. Will definitely go back.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

27 July 2024

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

Great cottage.

Awesome location near Giant's Ridge. Very clean & nicely finished. Great deck!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elliot W.

14 July 2024

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

Great Stay at Giants Ridge

This was a great location for our party of 5 who were visiting for a wedding. The villa was clean, spacious and close to the beach/pool area. Would recommend staying here to anyone looking for a family vacation. Thank you Shawn for being an excellent host!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy U.

10 Mar 2024

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

Great stay for skiing

Just as pictured. Clean and convenient. Had a great stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mimi K.

3 Mar 2024

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

great time at Giants Ridge

Our time at this VRBO was so fun. The place was spotless when we arrived. The villa was cosy and well designed. Owner Shaun was always timely with responses to questions or concerns before and during our stay.

Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny V.

15 Jan 2024

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

First stay at Giants Ridge

We had a wonderful time at this beautiful little getaway. The property was clean and a perfect location for our family to stay while skiing at Giants Ridge. We will definitely be back.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alix H.

12 Mar 2023

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

Perfect

Perfect for my family, very clean. Would definitely stay again.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

John M.

5 Mar 2023

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

Winter trip

Great family place. Easy to access Giants Ridge other nearby towns.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

22 Jan 2022

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

Cozy and modern. Perfect for our family getaway

Our family loves to get “up north” in the winter and the villa was just what we hoped. Clean and cozy, our family of 6 settled right in and enjoyed the loft sleeping area, the fireplace, cottage style table, and the well appointed kitchen. We loved the style and convenience to Giants Ridge for some chilly but enjoyable ski days. Our host was very responsive and made sure we had our door code in plenty of time. Arriving at night and in sub-zero temps, that was very appreciated. We all agreed we would come back.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

25 Aug 2021

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

great spot

We highly enjoyed our stay at this property. It was well equipped--kitchen and baths had everything you could need. It was well-kept. Great location near the lake. Only glitch was that we didn't receive our door code in advance, so we had to call the property manager for access upon arrival, but our call was promptly answered and we got in right away. Great customer service.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

16 July 2021

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

Great quiet vacation

Property was very nice and clean. Shawn was quick to answer questions and ensure we had a great stay!

10/10 Excellent

Allison C.

12 July 2021

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

Perfection!

The property exceeded expectations and was perfect for our family. Kitchen was well stocked with supplies, beds were comfortable, and the common spaces were light and bright! The property has access to a beach with a beautiful view and the pool was great for the kids! Giants Ridge in the summer time offers something for everyone! We’ll be back again!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gail M.

29 Jan 2021

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

Great spot!

We were close to skiing at Giant's Ridge. Our place was great...clean and had everything we needed. Would definitely come back.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Allen G., St. Paul

7 Sept 2020

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

Family getaway

Perfect place to stay for a fun week

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Doreen S.

6 Sept 2020

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

Labor Day Birthday Social Distancing

Fun!

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

31 Aug 2020

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

Clean and cozy cabin with a beautiful view

We were extremely happy with everything at this property! It was clean, well stocked, and comfortable in every way. The kids enjoyed the wonderful beach and playground area, and having the multiple docks was great for leaving the boat during the day. The lake and trails around the area give you plenty of things to do. We look forward to coming back to this area next year!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

30 Aug 2020

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

Perfect for a long weekend getaway

Beautiful, clean, well maintained place with a kitchen with all the essentials, deck with ample outdoor seating, and access to the lake where you can rent canoes, kayaks, paddle boards, and paddle boats for free as well as access to the resort’s pool, hot tub, tennis court, and fire pit. Also the check in process was extremely easy and did not require any person-to-person contact which of course is very valuable right now! Only comment is I did think from the photos on the listing that this unit looked out directly on the water, it actually overlooks another unit and then the trees and water are past that. Highly recommend and we will be coming back!

8/10 Good

April A.

20 Aug 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Up north getaway with lots of activities nearby

This was a good property for our multi generational group of 6. Cute remodel, but If there were any more people it would have felt a little tight in the common spaces. Excellent location right next to Mesabi trail & Giants Ridge. Took advantage of the pool, hot tub and stand up paddle boards (you will need to bring your own life jackets, which we didn’t find out until super late, but luckily had some). Outdoor fit pit & wood on premises and only a “city park style” charcoal grill. Tried fishing, but nothing was biting. Lake was was warm and clear. Property was safe for our teens to roam around a bit.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Maureen G., SAINT PAUL

17 Mar 2020

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

Snowmobiling and skiing family weekend

I wanted to buy this cabin - it was so perfectly located and perfect for our family. We will just have to settle for re-booking soon. The snowmobiling trail was immediately adjacent to the cabin and we rode for 100 miles - getting to tour the iron range from a sled is very cool. The next day we all skied downhill and were able to simply walk across the road with our gear. Very easy to return to the cabin for lunch and a break on the sunny deck. Our family thought we had the perfect long weekend together and we will definately recommend this cabin to others.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Travis W., Thief River Falls

24 Feb 2020

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

Pristine Home Away Experience

Amazing property. The price was great for a place with such amazing views right on the lake. Plenty of room for a group of 5 or 6 and fully stocked with all of the amenities you would need. Fully stocked kitchen including spice rack, and plenty of linens! Very comfortable stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

About the host

Hosted by Shawn Callahan

I am a degreed professional with a variety of passions and interests. In addition to an engineering career, I have worked in the natural foods industry (various roles over several years at a food co-op), nutritional counseling, and residential construction and interior design. For the past several years, I have been dedicated to the design/build of Green Gate Guest Houses- 10 unique lodging options within the Giants Ridge Recreation Area.

I have a passion for all areas of construction, design, technology, sustainable living, renewable energy, etc., and enjoy putting ideas into action through the myriad of projects I always have going!

I enjoy nature, outdoors, exercise (running, hiking, cycling, skiing, etc), as well as the culture and arts of the city. I've traveled domestically and internationally, and value the insight gained from experiencing new cultures. I often bring back design ideas that are eventually incorporated into various projects around the property. Looking forward to some time in Scandinavia next.

Having operated my vacation rental properties for about a decade now, I have been fortunate to host such a variety of wonderful guests from all over the planet, and have enjoyed being part of the community in my hosting and travels.

Why they chose this property

I enjoy this property because it a 1 minute walk to the skiing (alpine lifts and xc trails) in the winter, and next to all the summer recreation as well. Easy access just off the Giants Ridge Road, with the Mesabi Trail, hiking trails, beach/water sports, and Giants Ridge golf, mountain bike trails, climbing tower, and restaurants all within 1/4 mile.

What makes this property unique

Pinecone Cottage is literally the nearest stand alone property to the alpine lifts/xc trails at Giants Ridge, its a short walk from your door to the spur trail just across the road.