10/10 Excellent
Dustin W.
22 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and cozy
Dustin W.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
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Fully modernized historic log cabin near Giants Ridge
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6116.1 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Biwabik, MN
- Vermilion Trail Park18 min walk
- Biwabik City Park5 min drive
- Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort7 min drive
- Eveleth, MN (EVM-Eveleth - Virginia Municipal)23 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 3
Master bedroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Master bedroom 2
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Fully modernized historic log cabin near Giants Ridge
This 18x32 hand-hewn log cabin was dismantled and moved from a neighboring farmstead to the Green Gate property in 2016. We added an upper floor, super-insulated shell and a rustic exterior of weathered, circle-sawn planking and rusty metal roofing. The mix of log construction, custom metalwork, and "hand-crafted everything" create a truly breathtaking architectural experience.
An open-concept main floor provides ample space for cooking and lounging and features a large custom kitchen and slab wood dining table, log walls, large picture windows with forest views, in-floor heat, A/C, and of course a beautiful woodstove for those chilly winter days.
The upper floor includes a laundry center and two master bedrooms, complete with queen beds, vintage furnishings, circle-sawn oak flooring, vaulted lodgepole ceilings, and bathrooms adorned with custom slate tilework and hand-crafted cabinetry.
in the warmer months, guests enjoy the wrap-around porch and screen enclosure for bug-free lounging, or swinging in hammocks under the towering pines.
An open-concept main floor provides ample space for cooking and lounging and features a large custom kitchen and slab wood dining table, log walls, large picture windows with forest views, in-floor heat, A/C, and of course a beautiful woodstove for those chilly winter days.
The upper floor includes a laundry center and two master bedrooms, complete with queen beds, vintage furnishings, circle-sawn oak flooring, vaulted lodgepole ceilings, and bathrooms adorned with custom slate tilework and hand-crafted cabinetry.
in the warmer months, guests enjoy the wrap-around porch and screen enclosure for bug-free lounging, or swinging in hammocks under the towering pines.
Property manager
Shawn Callahan
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Biwabik
Located in Biwabik, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort and Chamonix Chair are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Superior National Forest and Iron Range Off-Highway Vehicle State Recreation Area. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Biwabik, MN
What's nearby
- Vermilion Trail Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
- Biwabik City Park - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
- Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
- Calgary Chair - 8 min drive - 6.2 km
- Iron Range Off-Highway Vehicle State Recreation Area - 22 min drive - 15.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Rudy's Bar & Grill - 7 min drive
- The Hive Coffee and Bakehouse - 7 min drive
- A&W Restaurant - 8 min drive
- Burnt Onion Kitchen & Brews - 8 min drive
- Dave's Alpine Bar - 4 min drive
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10/10 Excellent
Ronald M.
16 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
4th of July in Biwabik
Ronald M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jeff B., Elk River, MN
15 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Artful Craftsmanship
Jeff B.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
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.
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 like the tradition Finnish hand hewn cabins. This is the second restoration I have completed and is the larger of the two. The unique craftsman-style trim elements give a simple elegance to the otherwise rugged feel of the logs. Combined with all the creature comforts of a modern home, this is a space you will sink in to and not want to leave!
What makes this property unique
You will likely never see a log home renovation quite like this one. Being right next to nature and Giants Ridge Resort for Skiing, cycling, golf, hiking and water sports is the icing on the cake!
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