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9.8

Exceptional

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10204 sq m

Popular amenities

Beach view

Washer

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Air conditioning

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Duluth, MN

Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.)25 min drive
University of Minnesota Duluth27 min drive
Miller Hill Mall27 min drive
North Shore Scenic Railroad30 min drive

Most relevant reviews

8/10 Good

Clean property. Could not figure out how all the lights in the Kitchen worked. Did not advertise the television receptio...

Richard N.

Oct 25, 2023

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Fourth Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Third Bedroom

2 Double Beds

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Completely remodeled 4bd/2ba Lake Home, Near Snowmobile Trails and a Gas Station

Beautiful, completely updated 4 bed, 2 bath lake home on desirable Island Lake. Located only 20 minutes north of Duluth, this 10,800 acre lake is well known for great fishing, swimming, and boating in the summer and snowmobiling, snowshoeing, and ice fishing in the winter.

Nearly every inch of the house has been updated, both exterior and interior. Each room in the home offers an amazing view of the lake. It features 3 bedrooms and a bathroom upstairs, along with a smaller bedroom and bathroom downstairs. The living room is expansive, complete with a large sectional couch and gas fireplace finished with field stone (not functional), along with a large LCD TV for those rainy days. Note that local television is likely not available as reception tends to be poor.

Air conditioning has been recently installed for those hot summer nights. Wi-Fi is also available.

The gourmet kitchen features granite countertops, two sinks, professional 6 burner gas cook top, dishwasher, double ovens, and beautiful solid cherry cabinets. Best of all, the kitchen overlooks the gently sloped lawn with a perfect view of the water. The bedroom downstairs, off the kitchen, features a twin-size bunk bed with a pocket door. The bathroom downstairs provides a large linen closet, stand up shower, toilet, and large vanity. Upstairs, the master bedroom has a gorgeous view of the yard and beach area. It comes equipped with a queen bed, two nightstands, LCD TV, a dresser, and closet. The second bedroom also has a beautiful view of the lake along with a queen bed, dresser, and closet. The third bedroom is complete with an expansive lake view, full-size bunk bed, dresser, and closet. The upstairs bathroom includes a full bathtub w/ shower, vanity, and toilet. Outside, the wraparound deck provides lots of space to get some sun, along with a large firepit for s'mores at night. A 4 burner propane grill is available for bbq'ing. The large yard, perfect for lawn games, has a gentle slope down to the private beach area. Protected inside a private cove, without any neighbors, the sandy beach makes this location the perfect swimming hole for little ones or adults. You will enjoy all the comforts of home at this stunning lake home on Island Lake. Please note that lifejackets and beach towels are not provided.

Property manager

Chad

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Beach view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

This house has a shared driveway with one neighbor. Please do not park or block their driveway.

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Duluth

Located in Duluth, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra and NorShor Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Snowflake Nordic Ski Center and Hartley Park and Nature Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Marshall W. Alworth Planetarium and North Shore Scenic Railroad. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming.

Duluth, MN

What's nearby

University of Minnesota Duluth - 27 min drive
Miller Hill Mall - 27 min drive
North Shore Scenic Railroad - 30 min drive
Duluth Entertainment Convention Center - 30 min drive
Bayfront Festival Park - 30 min drive

Getting around

Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

‪Blue Max - ‬6 min drive
‪Island Lake Inn - ‬14 min drive
‪Sportsmens Inn - ‬12 min drive
‪Eagles Nest - ‬7 min drive
‪Porky's Drive-Inn - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Completely remodeled 4bd/2ba Lake Home, Near Snowmobile Trails and a Gas Station pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Completely remodeled 4bd/2ba Lake Home, Near Snowmobile Trails and a Gas Station?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Completely remodeled 4bd/2ba Lake Home, Near Snowmobile Trails and a Gas Station?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Completely remodeled 4bd/2ba Lake Home, Near Snowmobile Trails and a Gas Station located?

This Duluth holiday home is on the beach, 7.2 mi (11.5 km) from Lester River, and within 16 mi (25 km) of Hartley Park and Nature Center and Snowflake Nordic Ski Center. Lake Superior and Park Point Beach are also within 20 miles (32 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Holly E.

17 June 2024

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

Great family getaway

We had an absolute blast exploring Duluth and the North Shore with our young family. This house was the perfect distance to all the attractions and was a great place to unwind after a long day. We enjoyed bonfires in the evenings and the kids loved the yard.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jarrod S.

3 June 2024

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

Great Place

Loved the place, it was our second time visiting. We would love to come back!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Richard N.

25 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Fall Trip For Grouse Hunting

Clean property. Could not figure out how all the lights in the Kitchen worked. Did not advertise the television reception was poor; i.e.: None. With a few improvements would consider staying here again

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Belinda M.

5 Sept 2023

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

Duluth Lake house

Squeaky clean and organized. Loved all the soft fresh white towels. Smelled so fresh and clean. Loved sunsets over the water.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S., Silver Bay, MN

22 Aug 2023

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

A slice of paradise

What a fabulous place on an amazing lake! If you’re looking for a great lake rental close to Duluth, look no further. 10/10 highly recommend. House is well set-up to host many people and property is very nice as well. Looking forward to returning soon!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny Q.

21 Aug 2023

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

Great Family Getaway

Quiet, peaceful lake home with sandy beach front. House was clean and had everything needed to make for a great family vacation! Wading in the lake during the day and relaxing by the bonfire in the evenings. Close enough to make a visit into Duluth to canal park for the afternoon too.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra U.

28 July 2023

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

Family Fun

I took three generations of family up for a few days and everyone had a great time. My grandsons loved the beach area the best.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tami S.

24 July 2023

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

Family Fun

This property was terrific! Clean, spacious and had everything we needed. Large yard and a nice beach/swimming area. The owners were great and easy to communicate with. We would definitely stay there again!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M. T.

16 July 2023

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

Great cabin for a family group!

This was a great cabin for our 4-generation group, including 2 toddlers and a senior with a walker. We found it accessible for all ages. It was also incredibly well stocked with cleaning supplies and kitchen tools. Thanks for a great stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Sandra W.

2 July 2023

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

Fantastic view, terrible beds

Good: VIEW!!! Private little bay is shallow and perfect for kids. Kitchen utensils and supplies, cleaning supplies, paper goods, etc. plentiful. Bad: BEDS!!! For as high as the rate is, the mattresses need to be WAY better. SO. Painful. UGH- Hot water lasts 3-4 mins and goes cold, then you have to wait 2-3 minutes for it to get hot again. Definitely could not get a hot bath for the kids. Upstairs shower meant for very short person. Also WI-FI did not work the first couple days. So-So: Not clear which door to use. Small cabin on side looks like someone is living in there which feels creepy. AC broken then fixed, Hot!! upstairs. Lots of light in master BR hard to sleep in morning. So....fantastic views, nice yard, sweet private beach, comfy living spaces, very clean. Nice hosts! Horrible beds!! A/C, Hot Water and Wi-Fi not great.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

john s.

31 May 2023

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

beautiful Sunsets

Great host great place highly recommend!!!!!!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jarrod S.

6 Mar 2023

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

Excellent

Great space, great location.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eddie S.

15 Dec 2022

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

Wonderful winter getaway…

Cue the deer… Every day we were entertained by deer coming by to feed off of berries from the trees. Beautiful view of the lake. Easy drive into and out of the city. Just 23 minutes from the airport.

Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Asa N.

28 Oct 2022

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

The perfect get away

This property was just as advertised- it was perfect for our family, and we loved spending time in such a beautiful location. We even woke up to a "winter wonderland" on a couple of our mornings while there. This vacation rental is in a good location to explore Duluth, Gooseberry Fall State Park, and Tettagouche State Park as well.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Rosie O.

7 Oct 2022

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

North Shore Vacation

The property/lake home, was everything that my family and I needed for our vacation. Lovely views with great access to all of the north shore adventures.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg C.

23 Sept 2022

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

Vacation

It was well stocked and a great time. Well planned out for guest. Plenty of Firewood. Extra supplies. Nice

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Sue J.

15 Aug 2022

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

Island Lake

It was a nice and quiet place to stay. My grandson caught fish off the dock which was his highlight-small mouth bass. We had a fire every night with s’mores of course! Great place to relax and laugh with family.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracey D.

10 Aug 2022

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

Perfect for a family trip

Our group of three generations (grandparents / parents / kids) loved this property. The shallow beach was perfect for small kids and the dock allowed us to keep our boat on the property. The lake is gorgeous and the house is well-stocked with everything you may need. Communication with Chad was also very easy, and very timely. We recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

BIGG C.

4 Aug 2022

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

Family vacation

The property overall was great for us. The sound of the waves crashing in on the beach when the sun is coming up was phenomenal. This property has the ability to make you feel like your far away from everything, yet anything you need is a short drive away. I highly recommend this property if you are wanting a nice little get away. Thank you to the hosts as well we appreciate your welcoming environment. 🙏

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judy F., Chippewa Falls, WI

4 Aug 2022

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

Christmas in July

Our North Shore Family vacation and stay at Island Lake property was a Christmas gift to our kids and grandchildren. This is a great place to vacation and easily accommodated our party of 8 people. It was very clean and well stocked. We made all of our meals there except one in our 5 day stay. Loved the kitchen 😍. The home offers privacy in the Northwoods while still being close to Duluth and activities. Highly recommend this place. Thanks to our hosts!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kari R.

26 July 2022

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

Great long weekend

We have stayed here the last 2 summers for a long weekend with our kids and friends family. Nice beach and swimming area was clear of rocks this summer. We had a great time!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lee A.

27 June 2022

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

Second Time

family gathering for our 40th anniversary. Everything was wonderful.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

16 June 2022

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

Great place to stay

loved the house for the family, great for infants and family gathering. great location to duluth and the surrounding points of interest.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Betty D.

7 June 2022

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

Great getaway with family

The property was perfect for our family! Thank you for sharing your property with us!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Courtney B.

24 Oct 2021

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

Great weekend getaway

We rented the house for an annual girls family weekend getaway. Age ranges were mid 60s all the way down to 15 years. The house had plenty of space for everyone to sleep, the large living room and kitchen were perfect for lounging and watching movies as well as doing crafts and for cooking large meals. The kitchen was well-equipped, you could tell some items needed replacing due to repeated use but we never needed some thing that wasn’t there. The house was very cute, the welcome book was nice and talks about the family redoing the home and putting in a lot of sweat and tears. It’ll be nice to come back in a few years and see the finished project. We had great communication with the owners and truly enjoyed the opportunity to get away at a relaxing and welcoming home. Anyone that’s looking for a space to accommodate a group of seven, I highly recommend this location.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Chad

My wife and I grew up in the Duluth area; in fact, she grew up with a cabin on Island Lake! We have a two year old daughter who loves the water, so when we found this place, we jumped on the opportunity to own something on a lake. We are new to VRBO but we are committed to making your stay as enjoyable as possible.

Why they chose this property

We purchased this house at auction in 2016 and it needed a lot of love. We gutted most of the house down to studs and refactored the layout quite extensively. For example, the master bedroom used to be where the kitchen is and the kitchen used to be where the front entry is! Additionally, the roof was in poor shape, the siding was black from years of neglect, and the well was not functional. We put a significant amount of energy and time to bring this place back to life.

What makes this property unique

My wife completely fell in love with the yard and the beach when we first walked the property. The gentle slope down to a private, sandy beach really set this property apart and made it ideal for families. While the house itself was in poor shape, we could see the potential and decided to take on the challenge.