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Log Cabin on Caribou Lake in Chippewa National Forest

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Open main room with living room and kitchen
open kitchen with black stainless steel appliances
Gas fireplace in the center of the room
Private kitchen
View from front entrance

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6191.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Marcell, MN
  • Marcell Family Center
    8 min drive
  • Edge of the Wilderness Discovery Center
    9 min drive
  • Gunn Lake
    18 min drive
  • Grand Rapids, MN (GPZ-Itasca County)
    41 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Downstairs bedroom

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Loft Bedroom

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

downstairs 1/2 bath

Toilet

Full Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Log Cabin on Caribou Lake in Chippewa National Forest

Full scribed newly renovated log cabin located in the Chippewa National Forest right on the pristine Caribou Lake. Hand built in the late 1970s and fully restored in 2019/2020 . The cabin has two bedrooms, a large loft, full kitchen, fireplace, deck, patio, walk out basement yards from the lake & modern amenities in a rustic atmosphere.

Caribou lake is 152 ft deep, spring fed and home to Lake Trout, Bass, Huge Northern Pike and pan fish. The cabin has 1000 linear feet of shoreline on your own private shallow bay. Close to hiking, skiing, snowmobile and ATV trails, theres something to do in all seasons to enjoy the beautiful Northwoods.

**Due to Minnesota lodging laws we can no longer offer the hot tub as an amenity to guests**

Property manager

Ryan Rolfes
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Marcell

Located in Marcell, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Gunn Lake and Newburg Bay. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Marcell, MN

What's nearby

  • Marcell Family Center - 8 min drive
  • Newburg Bay - 11 min drive
  • Turtle Lake - 13 min drive
  • Bills Lake - 17 min drive
  • Burns Lake - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Timberwolf Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Pine Cone Soup & Sandwich Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Marcell Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Pine Cone Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Timberwolf Inn - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Log Cabin on Caribou Lake in Chippewa National Forest pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Log Cabin on Caribou Lake in Chippewa National Forest?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Log Cabin on Caribou Lake in Chippewa National Forest?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Log Cabin on Caribou Lake in Chippewa National Forest located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 6 miles (10 km) of Marcell Family Center, Edge of the Wilderness Discovery Center and Gunn Lake. Newburg Bay and Turtle Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alex A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Annual Trip to the Cabin on Caribou
Our family looks forward to this trip all year and it's the perfect blend of modern amenities and seclusion in the woods. Thank you for another wonderful week!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Annual Stay
We have been coming to this cabin on beautiful Caribou Lake for 3 years. It’s our annual summer trip. It’s a quiet, clean beautiful cabin and lake. We will continue to book each summer!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay!
Awesome place, very clean and well appointed. Just as pictured and described. Will definitely try to come back! Thank you
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Memorial Day 2024
Was not sure what to expect when we arrived as it was our first vrbo experience. Wife couldn't believe we had the whole place to ourselves. Can't say enough good things. Any negatives would be nitpicks-i think my biggest was the binder mentioning streaming services and that seemed to mean they were downloaded for use, as opposed to a cabin account (we accessed Netflix because we don't have it normally and there was an account logged in). If it was an issue, I would have reached out, but I'm in a lake cabin for memorial day weekend, tv shouldn't be a priority. The other awesome features I missed were bird feeders and a sliding screen door. Again, nitpicks. This place defines phenomenal. Bonus points for the semi hidden Mule cups!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House On Caribou
Loved the cabin!! Amazing view, peaceful, secluded and relaxing! The hot tub was a great add to the relaxing weekend my husband and I needed. Beautiful property!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
North Woods Getaway
A wonderfully updated north woods cabin, with all the amenities. We loved our stay in this beautiful log home with AC and WiFi... perfect for all ages!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Jacob S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Descent Place
Very dirty, had to sweep before we unpacked. Mosquitos were really bad INSIDE the cabin. By the 3rd day we got them all killed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Snowy spring getaway
Wonderful cedar cabin with so much room! It’s as pretty as the pictures. We enjoyed a “spring” break surrounded by snow, forest, and a hot tub. We’d love to come back again in winter weather or to enjoy the lake in the summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
cabin delight!
Home away from home with added cabin comfort. We liked it so much it was hard to leave to go snowmobiling .
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

TAMMI D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter Anniversary
My husband I came for a quiet anniversary get a way. We loved the location and the cabin is beautiful. We were able to snowshoe on the lake and then warm up in the hot tub. The place was really cozy for the two of us, but there is so much room we could also see having our whole family there. The communication from the host was really great and prompt. We look forward to returning when there isn't snow as I can image even more options for exploring and utilizing what the property has to offer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kassia J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter getaway
We had a wonderful time with the kids at this cabin! The cabin was very cozy and relaxing. The owners decorated for Christmas which was a wonderful suprise and looked beautiful. The lake was easy to access for ice fishing and snowmobile trails were nearby. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tami T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cabin!
It was exactly as described on the listing- even better- spacious, clean, tastefully decorated and the beds were comfortable. The owners were quick to respond to questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ryan A., Ankeny, IA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, comfortable cabin
Everything was gorgeous and communication was great. Would love to come back again. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Betsy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin and scenery
Great communication with the property manager. Wonderful setting. Would highly recommend this cabin..rustic yet beautiful and Very spacious. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was beautiful.
The cabin was overall beautiful. You could use the paddle boat on the lake, but not suited for swimming. The highway sounds were annoying, but after some time you ignored it. The hot tub was cool, but not cleaned out, but the owner (Ryan) was very kind and responsive with our concerns. We luckily brought our ax, there wasn’t much wood chopped for the fire pit. We had to run to town to get a pitcher and colander for basic supplies. The price we paid, we found ourselves with more minor annoyances then expected. However, overall we had a great time and tried to use all the amenities that were available.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls Trip at the Cabin in Caribou!
Another fun weekend in the books! We can’t say enough good things about this Vrbo. We enjoyed the kayaks and paddle boards to enjoy the beautiful Lake Caribou, had bon fires, and relaxed in the hot tub. This was my second time there and it just gets better! Highly recommend this cabin for your next vacation! The owners are incredibly helpful and responsive! Also checked out Timberwolf Inn while we were there! Amazing food and drinks!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathan J., Lee's Summit, Missouri

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Up North Getaway
Cabin is very clean and has everything you need. Very peaceful place to relax and unwind. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Place
This place was perfect place to get away and relax. The lake is nice. The cabin is perfect for a family. The host did a wonderful job communicating. I would definitely come back to this place. Very quiet, peaceful place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darren W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin, very private on a gorgeous lake!
Very beautiful setting, felt like we were the only people there. Owners were helpful solving any problems and always were within a phone call or text away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jodi K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
Beautiful property. Felt very secluded but had all amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Everything was perfect! We will be making this cabin a yearly stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great retreat
If you need to recharge this is the place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Stefan Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nature filled days at the lake
Lovely cabin with all the amenities for a peaceful 3 nights at the lake. We used kayaks and paddleboat daily to enjoy beautiful Lake Caribou. It was too chilly to swim, but we enjoyed the views from the lake top. The recent mosquito hatch made being outside a bit challenging. Despite this, with preparation and lots of spray we could sit outside and enjoy our meals. Kitchen and grill were well stocked. Well appointed living and sleeping spaces. Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kyle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what we were looking for
My wife and I wanted a cabin getaway for a few days without the kids to relax. This cabin was perfect. The cabin is so nice, even better than the pictures. The location is just off the highway so it’s easy to get to, but still feels remote since there aren’t really any neighbors I could see. We actually had some spring weather finally and there was good sun on the patio even with all the trees. My only complaint would be the bed in the master but bed comfort is so subjective I can’t really knock it. It seemed like a good mattress, just different than what I’m used to. Property manager reached out in advance with check in info and everything was smooth and easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Ryan Rolfes

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Jared and Ryan have been in the hospitality industry for 10+ years. They own and operate the Timberwolf Inn 8 miles north on hwy 38.

Why they chose this property

Completely renovated in 2019 & 2020 this beautiful hand built 1960s cabin has all the modern updates and amenities you want in a true and cozy North Woods setting.

What makes this property unique

Hot Tub, two fire pits, 30 ft aluminum dock, two paddle boards, two kayaks, paddle boat, snowshoes, & hiking backpacks available.

Located on the bay of Caribou Lake, ranked one of Minnesota's clearest lakes.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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