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"North Shore Retreat" Lutsen 5 Bed/4 Bath, Sleeps 14, Ski in - Ski out

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14227.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Lutsen, MN
  • Lutsen Mountains
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • North Shore Winery
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Superior National Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Grand Marais, MN (GRM-Cook County)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

2 Queen Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

"North Shore Retreat" Lutsen 5 Bed/4 Bath, Sleeps 14, Ski in - Ski out

Our house has the most 5 star reviews in Lutsen! We are one of the few on the mountain that offers a 5th Bedroom, which enables our house to sleep 14 people, ideal for large groups!

We are excited to share in 2021 we installed new matching appliances (stainless steel refrigerator, dishwasher, and oven).

Please note that our nightly rate listed on vrbo/airbnb varies greatly throughout the year and follows other comparable properties/other resorts. The properties/resorts have many different rates depending on the season, weekend vs weekday rates, holiday rates and length of stay discounts.

Because of this large range of rates, please understand that we may be sending you an updated quote with the accurate pricing for the dates and number of nights of your reservation request.

Applicable taxes and fees will be added to room rates.
Please inquire for details on specials running throughout the year.

Now boasting over 225 5 star reviews, the most for comparable properties on the North Shore!

Our North Shore Retreat located on the Poplar Ridge of Lutsen Resort, located on Lutsen Resort just 4 hours from the Twin Cities, sits at the base of Moose Mountain, in Minnesota's largest ski in - ski out luxury resort. Our home is not just a winter wonderland of skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, and any other winter activity you can imagine. Fall brings a blaze of color up the mountain, and all along the north shore.

Come in the spring and summer to enjoy miles of biking, and hiking trails, or the 27 hole Superior National Golf Course, just next door, offers spectacular views of Lake Superior. You may want to fish inland lakes, or charter a boat for fishing Lake Superior. And of course, hunt for agates along the shores of 'The Big Lake'. Not to be forgotten is the famous Alpine Slide, and Superior Hiking Trail, just a walk up the road.

At any season, a ride to the top of Moose Mountain via the Gondola to have lunch, and view Lake Superior and the surrounding forest is a must see! Guests enjoy all the resort amenities, such as indoor/outdoor pool, hot tub, and restaurant & lounge.

The area offers many unique shops, art galleries, antique dealers, and restaurants from fine dining to the casual family style pizza pallor. Or spend the day at one of the several State Parks, hiking the Superior Hiking Trail, or strolling the shore's of Lake Superior.

Our home can accommodate up to 14 people maximum, with locking ski lockers outside the front door.

The main floor boasts a two story stone wood burning fireplace, full kitchen, balcony w/patio furniture and gas grill and great view of Moose Mountain and Gondola. The main floor also has a master suite bedroom that sleeps two. It has a whirlpool tub, it's own bathroom, a queen size bed, small deck, small refrigerator, microwave, toaster, coffee maker with filters, and dinnerware.

Upstairs there are two bedrooms. One bedroom has a queen bed, and a private bath w/shower. The second upstairs bedroom has 1 queen bed and 2 twin beds and a full bathroom out in the hallway.

The Two Bedroom lower level sleeps up to six. It has two bedrooms each with queen beds, a queen size pull out couch, a full bathroom, and a kitchenette with a small refrigerator, microwave, toaster, coffee maker with filters, and dinnerware.

There are also blow dryers in all bathrooms, soap, shampoo, towels, and other amenities. All bedrooms have alarm clocks, and there are multiple televisions and DVD players as well.

Please inquire about our rental agreement or reference our rental agreement via VRBO for questions relating to our cancellation policy.

OUR HOME IS A NON SMOKING AND NON PET HOME. ANYONE VIOLATING THIS WILL BE CHARGED $500.

THIS UNIT IS NOT MANAGED BY CARIBOU HIGHLANDS/ODYSSEY RESORTS. AS A GUEST OF THIS UNIT, YOU ARE NOT ENTITLED ACCESS TO ON-SITE HOUSEKEEPING, FRESH TOWELS/LINENS, OR THE ASSISTANCE OF THE FRONT DESK OR ONSITE MAINTENANCE. SHOULD YOU HAVE ANY SUCH NEEDS, DO NOT CALL *0 OR APPROACH THE FRONT DESK. YOU MAY REACH ASSISTANCE AT THE FOLLOWING OFFSITE NUMBER: 218-370-9255. THIS UNIT ALSO DOES NOT HAVE ACCESS TO THE SHUTTLE OR RESORT-PLANNED EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES. SHOULD YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT THE ABOVE NUMBER.


Maintenance and House Keeping issues:
• If an Emergency Maintenance issue should arise, please first contact the unit property manager (Steve Duclos’s contract information is in the email and in the unit) before contacting the Resort Front desk.
• For Non-emergency Maintenance or Housekeeping issue please contact the property manager (Steve Duclos) or Owner, do not contact the Front desk.

Property manager

Jereme & Sara VonBargen
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
A fine will be added if a pet is detected in home.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
A fine will be added if smoke is detected in home
Please reference our rental agreement via VRBO for questions relating to our cancellation policy.

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 first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lutsen

Located in Lutsen, this holiday home is in the mountains. Lutsen Mountains and North Shore Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Superior and Superior National Forest. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging.
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Lutsen, MN

What's nearby

  • Lutsen Mountains - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Alpine Slide - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • North Shore Winery - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Superior National Golf Course - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Caribou Lake - 16 min drive - 14.0 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 116 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moguls Grille & Tap Room - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Fika Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Papa Charlie's Saloon & Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Lutsen Scandinavian Lakeside Dining Room - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Moguls Ice Bar - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does "North Shore Retreat" Lutsen 5 Bed/4 Bath, Sleeps 14, Ski in - Ski out have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is "North Shore Retreat" Lutsen 5 Bed/4 Bath, Sleeps 14, Ski in - Ski out pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at "North Shore Retreat" Lutsen 5 Bed/4 Bath, Sleeps 14, Ski in - Ski out?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "North Shore Retreat" Lutsen 5 Bed/4 Bath, Sleeps 14, Ski in - Ski out?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is "North Shore Retreat" Lutsen 5 Bed/4 Bath, Sleeps 14, Ski in - Ski out located?

Located in the mountains, this ski-in/ski-out holiday home in Lutsen is within a 15-minute walk of Superior National Forest and Lutsen Mountains, and is convenient for winter sports, such as cross-country skiing and sledging. Alpine Slide and North Shore Winery are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 230 out of 244 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 244 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Fun place to stay for a big group, would stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place for All your Friends!
This place was AMAZING! They had everything you needed from tons of blankets to a kitchen stocked with all the dinnerware you could need. Check in and check out process was seamless. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lutsen condo
We loved it! Had a problem with the front door lock but other than that, we had a great time there. Hosts and caretaker were wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

deb H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Grandparents treat family to ski weekend
Our family of 11 had a wonderful time staying at the North Shore Retreat. The skiing was great! Only disappointment was the pool/spa was closed due to problems with humidity control. This gave our family more time to enjoy the great condo's fireplace, play games and puzzles. Wonderful place for large family to spend time together but also room spread out.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

DeAnn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location for family!
This was our second stay at this cozy townhome. It is perfect for sleeping our 3 generations, everyone has their own space and the gathering area keeps us connected for eating and playing games etc. Being able to ski in/out is a huge plus. We have loved our time at Lutsen and will most likely be back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joni a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lutsen fun
We loved having the space for our 3 families. Everyone was happy!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daryl W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
very nice
Nice home. plenty of room.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
50th anniversary trip
The space was perfect for our family. We knew ahead of time that the WiFi was not great, but the coming upgrades will help as it was really hard to get a signal. All the adults felt that an upgrade to the pillows would be a good change.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

edgard a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay
Very nice, well kept, everyone had a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna and Patrick C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superior Trail Races - Perfection!
All around incredible location and stay!! Nothing bad to say about it. Worked for everything we needed - relaxation, races prep, and family fun!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

peter j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As advertised
Convenient and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashlyn P., Waupaca, WI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2024 Lutsen Trip
This was our 4th annual Lutsen trip with our family and very best friends! Jereme was a great host/communicator from the very start which made our trip that much easier. The house was just as expected, with a fully equipped kitchen and plenty of room for our large group! We can’t wait to return in 2025!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great lodging for large familes
This was the second time we stayed here with our kids and grandkids. Perfect again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Minnesota North Shore Delight
It was a great place for my family to gather from different locations to celebrate the Christmas Holidays. The only disappointment was the weather…… no snow, just rain and fog…..very unusual conditions for this time of year. We made the best of it though! The backdrop of Lake Superior never disappoints!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Judy R., eagan, minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family getaway
This home is Beautiful and well equipped for a great stay. Can’t wait to go back next year
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phil H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for exploring the North Shore!
Great location. Well-appointed. Easy to communicate with owner/property manager. Perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Remembering
We have always loved the Lutsen area. This property was a great choice for 11 people. We used all three units that were hooked together. We took turns cooking. We celebrated my husband’s 70th birthday. People played games and watched movies. The place worked beautifully for all. It reminded us of all the old times on the north shore. Thanks to Jereme and Sara!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dwight W., Blackduck, MN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Six Stars!
This property was perfect for our extended family of 13. We did not feel cramped in the spacious accommodations on multiple levels. The kitchen was well equipped and the place was spotless. The owners were very responsive to our emails prior to our stay and texts during our time in Lutsen. Thanks for the base to make great memories with our children, their spouses and our grandkids. We would definitely come back
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deanne N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family weekend
We enjoyed our weekend with our family at the North Shore Retreat. The house was clean and ready for us when we arrived. This was our second time staying at this house and although it was a great spot with access to all the fun things we like to do, the beds are well loved and could use a refresh.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle K., St Paul, MN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extended Family Getaway
We have been meeting as an extended family at the North Shore Retreat for the last seven years. It has become like a second home on the North Shore for three generations of our family. The space is always clean, well equipped, and in perfect shape for our enjoyment. The hosts have thought of all of the details and are always responsive. Thank you for another great year of memories.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Warm and welcoming!
The property was perfect, and had everything we could’ve needed and more. Well equipped kitchen, space to spreadout, clean, comfortable and inviting. Was welcomed with some chocolates, a bottle of wine, and a card from the owner. Even got a text during our stay to ensure everything was going well. I give this property an exceptional 5.0 Star Review 🙂 will definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerry D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Property
The accomodations at this property were all first rate. We had 8 Adults stay and it accomodated us with room to spare. Furnishings were very nice and comfortable. Amenities were first rate and well maintained. Only issue was we could not figure out how to get the AC to operate. After a quick call the property manager walked us through the issue and we were up and running in no time. Highly recomend this property for larger groups...Five Beds, Four Baths. Very Nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dad &.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
well appointed
Everything you need in the kitchen and more.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jereme & Sara VonBargen

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Jereme and Sara met as freshman while attending St. Cloud State University where we later graduated from. Jereme is a Veteran of the Marine Corps and grew up in South Minneapolis. Sara is a native of St. Cloud Minnesota. We currently live in Cottage Grove MN with our 2 daughters Callie (11) and Lilly (14).

Why they chose this property

We have been coming to the North Shore together for about 15 years and have been looking for a place to buy for about the last 10 years. Our daughters have come to know and love the North Shore too, so when we stumbled across this place, we had to make our dream happen! We love the sounds of the trees & the Poplar River rushing behind the house, the view of Moose Mountain, the ski in / ski out capability, and the close proximity to Lutsen's amenities. We love hiking Cascade & Temperance State Parks, everything about Grand Marais, and playing on the rocks at Cutface Creek. We look forward to many more years on the North Shore, and hope that our guests enjoy it as much as we do.

What makes this property unique

5 bedrooms, 7 beds, 4 bathrooms, and the capability to sleep up to 14 in beds. There are only a few houses on the mountain that can boast this capability. It has ski in / ski out capability, and the close proximity to Lutsen's amenities (hot tub, pool, workout area, and restaurants). Just a few miles Cascade & Temperance State Parks, and 20 miles from Grand Marais.

Languages:

English

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