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Pines and Birches Lodge

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Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8344.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Nevis, MN
  • Woodtick Theatre
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Northern Lights Casino
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Itasca State Park
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Basement Guest

1 Queen Bed

Bunk Room

2 Single Bunk Beds

Loft Master Suite

1 King Bed

Main Floor Guest

1 Queen Bed

Main Floor Master

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Basement Guest

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Loft Master Suite

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main Floor Guest

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main Floor Suite

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Pines and Birches Lodge

The best of the Northwoods with everything you need to relax and let the rest of the world wash away. Spectacular, private log home with views inside and out that will take your breath away. Over 3700 square feet with two full master suites and plenty of room for those you want to share the beauty of northern Minnesota with. Situated on one of state's clearest lakes (East Crooked Lake, top 10 clearest according to MN DNR), with all the amenities you'll want to enjoy, your time on and around the water will be the highlight of your stay. Enjoy the stone firepit, dock, kayaks, paddle boards, swim platform and inner tubes. Expansive open living room, dining room and kitchen have everything you'll need to enjoy the indoor views of this one of a kind log home. Or settle in to the cozy basement family room with full wet bar to take in a movie or quiet time with a good book. Enjoy your coffee and breakfast at the family sized kitchen table and take in the views of birches and pines that cover the property. Soak in the sun and enjoy the pristine lake all day. Then kick back with a cocktail on any of the homes three fantastic porches, including a private porch off of the loft master suite. People who visit Minnesota often move here. If you don't already know why, you certainly will after your stay in the Pines and Birches Lodge.

Property manager

Dawn Martin

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 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 35
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The pontoon is not for rent and off limits. Guests must comply with all Hubbard City Short-Term Rental laws, rules and ordinances.
No smoking anywhere on the property, inside or outside. Shoes off at the door. No disposal. No food down sink. No fireplace use until winter.
Most TV's are smart. Bring your own device. There are security cameras on the porch.

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 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 deadlock

About the area

Nevis

Located in Nevis, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Woodtick Theatre and Paul Bunyan Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Tianna Country Club and Character Challenge Course.
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Nevis, MN

What's nearby

  • Woodtick Theatre - 13 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Northern Lights Casino - 34 min drive - 31.9 km
  • Kabekona Lake - 35 min drive - 36.4 km
  • Leech Lake - 39 min drive - 37.1 km
  • Itasca State Park - 57 min drive - 50.1 km

Getting around

  • Bemidji, MN (BJI-Bemidji Regional) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Iron Horse Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Stompin' Grounds Bar & Grill - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Brauhaus German Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Akeley VFW Harrold Harris Post 8508 - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Northwind Cafe - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pines and Birches Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pines and Birches Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pines and Birches Lodge?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pines and Birches Lodge located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from East Crooked Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Muskie Park and Shallow Lake. Nevis Disc Golf Course and Woodtick Theatre are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carrie B.

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

Exactly what we needed--Perfect vacation rental

We stayed for 8 nights in mid-June with our 7 adult children/spouses. Plenty of space and oh my gosh! the great room was so beautiful with the large expansive windows and huge wood beams! The lake was cold but so clear. We used the provided kayaks and SUPs every day. Hours at fire ring with provided split hardwood. Good fishing from the dock. Deer in front yard and loons on the lake. A bald eagle flew over one day too. The house itself was immaculate. No dust anywhere! Comfortable beds, comfortable living room laz-y-boys and couch. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook for 9 people. Awesome cookware! We watched a movie on Netflix (our subscription) on large screen TV in great room. Communication with host was instantaneous with text. Check-in instructions and map directions were spot on. We enjoyed the donuts in Nevis at the Flour Sisters Bakery (so cheap) and shopped at Aldi's in Park Rapids for groceries. Pickleball courts at Heartland Park in Park Rapids let us meet a lot of locals. Recommended by owner We enjoyed walking on the gravel roads around the lake every morning. Got a friendly wave from all of the passing drivers. Staying next door to the resort was a non-issue. I know they were full, but never heard them, and we were outside all day and around the fire until after midnight. My favorite part about the house is the porch. Half in sunshine and half in shade. Always perfect with a book and cup of coffee or for a quiet conversation with an adult child.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

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

Peaceful lakeside

Nice log cabin, well equipped, lake nice and clear even in August. We swam every day and enjoyed the kayaks and paddle boards. Side trips to Itasca SP for hiking as well as walking up and down the quiet dirt roads in the neighborhood. Northwoods mini grocery 10 mins away surprisingly well stocked with meat dairy and produce. Everything you could possibly need in Park Rapids 25 mins away.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan H.

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

Vacation at Pines and Birches Lodge

What an enjoyable week we had at this beautiful log cabin. Plenty of room for our family of 10. The lake was very clear, and we loved the swim platform and paddle boards! Wonderful family vacation!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Denise C.

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

Fun family vacation

This is a beautiful and large home on a very clear lake that offers swimming, paddle boards, kayaks, swimming platform, fishing, large fire pit and lots of areas for relaxation! The beds were comfortable and the 3 levels offered lots of space for our family of 9 adults and one 20 month old. The young adults went to Muskie Days and enjoyed the music, festivities and ice cream in Nevis. We took a drive to Itasca State Park and walked across the headwaters of the Mississippi and our granddaughter enjoyed splashing in the water too. Very fun! Memorable times in a beautiful setting! Thank you!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ben A.

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

Summer 2022 - Nevis

We stayed with family and close family friends 10 people in total. We loved the property and enjoyed the house as it was very clean. It was a great location, with a beautiful clear lake and views. We enjoyed the swimming, paddleboards, and lake fun with evening bonfires. I would highly recommend this location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

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

Great location up north, the fishing on the lake was great. House had all the amenities.

House and Lake were wonder. Hosts quickly got back to us on questions. Our only complaint was none of the bedrooms had a dresser. We made do from our suitcases though!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trish H.

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

Hidden log home gem

We can’t say enough about what a fabulous experience we had at this expensive log home on the lake. There was plenty of space for everyone. The teenagers hung out in the basement when they weren’t on the lake paddle boarding. The little ones spent hours and hours riding their bikes in the large paved driveway. The yard was big enough for a pick up football game. The campfire was big and safe with rocks around the edge for our grandchildren to enjoy the fire without getting burned. The main level of the house was perfect for cooking and eating as a family and playing games and hanging out. The loft made a great place for napping babies, Reading books to grandchildren, and deep sleeping on a very comfortable king-size bed. It was so nice to have the five bedrooms and four bathrooms. The laundry room is conveniently located and nice quality washer and dryer. The wraparound deck provided shade during the head and a great place to enjoy a quiet morning with a cup of coffee. The cabin is close to Nevis and we drove in for a lunch and some playtime at the park by Lake Belle Taine. Dorset was a short drive away as well and we enjoyed several meals there and of course ice cream Honestly it was a perfect place for our family to stay and we made so many memories. I hope we can come back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

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

Lake life at its best!

This was a wonderful vacation! The log cabin and property are absolutely beautiful! Fishing from the dock was exceptional. The swim raft was a ton of fun too! We did a couple days jet of skiing and really enjoyed the lake! Awesome fire pit at night for s’mores and hanging out!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Dawn Martin

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We've been dreaming of a home in Northern Minnesota for years and we finally found it. We fell in love before we made it through the front door and our connection to this home has only grown with every visit. We know you will love it as much as we do!

Languages:

English