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Amazing Superior Views, Lake Access, Parks, Bike Trail, Garage, 4 BR/4 BA

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Master Bedroom View
Main floor deck view
Main floor living areas
Great view of the lake from all rooms
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8260.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Tofte, mn
  • Superior National Golf Course
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • North Shore Winery
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Oberg Mountain Loop
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Grand Marais, MN (GRM-Cook County)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Amazing Superior Views, Lake Access, Parks, Bike Trail, Garage, 4 BR/4 BA

Summary:
Welcome to Loon Lodge on Lake Superior! Loon Lodge is a gorgeous townhome directly on 600' of Lake Superior pebble beach. Convenient Lutsen location close to skiing, hiking, adjacent to bike trail, 8 minutes to Lutsen Mtns, 5 min to golf course and 5 restaurants within 10 minutes. Grand Marais is 20 minutes down the road!

We do allow up to 1 dog (see pet policy). The stairs to the pebble beach are accessible approximately Memorial Day to Labor Day. The upper ledge rock shore is accessible year round, depending on snow conditions.

The Space:
THE HOME
The interior of Loon Lodge on Lake Superior leaves nothing to the imagination as to where you are; on the north shore of Lake Superior. Nearly 2,700 square feet of living space on 3 levels is adorned with hand-made log furniture and other creature comforts only a newer home can bring.

Gourmet kitchen with granite counter tops, two gas fireplaces, upper and lower TV areas with satellite TV/DVD/VCR (and movie library) as well as a game area allow large groups to each have their own space or couples have plenty of room to roam.

SLEEPING
All 4 bedrooms have a dedicated bath and the owner's suite has a two person 'Jacuzzi' whirlpool that overlooks the lake for romantic evenings or soothing sore muscles after an invigorating day of skiing, biking or hiking.

Guest Access:
All guests will have access to all living areas, the garage and common area of the association (including 600' of Lake Superior lakeshore). We do, however, limit access to bedrooms and bathrooms for smaller groups. This allows us to keep cleaning fees down, which we pass onto you.

If your group is:

-3 or less you'll have 2 bedrooms/baths open (owner's suite upstairs and main floor).

-4-5 you'll have 3 bedrooms/baths open (owner's suite, main floor and chose between the upper level bed/bath or lower level bed/bath.

-Groups of 6 - 8 automatically have all 4 bedrooms/baths open.

If you'd like to open up an extra bed/bath that is not automatically included with your group size, you can pay a one-time cleaning fee of $75 + tax for each bed/bath combination. This is a one-time fee not a nightly fee.

The Neighborhood:
Loon Lodge on Lake Superior is located in the heart of the Lutsen/Tofte area. The Gitchi Gami bike trail is accessible from our driveway and the Onion River Road with access to hiking, mountain bike, cross country ski, snow shoe and snowmobile trails is less than 1 mile from the home.

We have 600' of Lake Superior pebble beach accessible by a staircase in the northeast corner of the property. There are multiple locations for a campfire too!

Getting Around:
We have parking in our garage for 1 car. Another car can park in front of the garage. Overflow parking is available on the upper driveway. You can bike as far north as Ski Hill Road/Superior National Golf course/Lutsen Lodge and as far south as the town of Schroeder on the Gitchi Gami trail. It's also a great place to run and walk :-)

Other Things to Note:
THINGS TO DO
**We have direct access to the Gitchi Gami Bike Trail. You can bike to the Temperence River state park and hike the waterfalls without getting in your car!**

The north shore offers something for each season. Skiers are welcomed home with in-floor heat on each level providing your feet and body with the most luxurious heating system available. Groomed cross country ski trails are less than one mile away and Lutsen Mountains are 6 miles away for easy access. Our insulated, attached garage is a convenient place to store all your ski equipment and car.

Stay cool during hot summer days with Lake Superior's natural air conditioning or travel a few miles inland and enjoy area lakes for fishing or boating. Superior National Golf Course is only 3 miles away and offers 27 of the most visually stunning (and quite challenging!)holes in the Midwest.

Enjoy 3 restaurants within 10 minutes of our north shore rental home such as the Coho Cafe and Blue Fin in Tofte MN.

Grand Marais MN is a 20 minute drive down the shore and has many unique shops to satisfy even the biggest shoppers. Take a pick of some fabulous cuisine while in town and enjoy the views of the harbor.

Don't forget about spring blossoms, hikes along streams bloated by spring rains and unmatched fall colors in the Boreal forest. April and November are great quiet times to curl up and read a book by the fire and listen to the waves on the shore when you just need some time to yourself.

Take advantage of everything the area has to offer or stay in and do nothing at all. Either way, Aspenwood has what you are looking for!

Interaction with Guests:
Self check-in with electronic guidebook with arrival, stay and departure instructions. Text and phone support is available during your stay.

Property manager

Rick Storlie
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Charge may apply
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
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Important information

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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
This property accepts cash
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

About the area

Tofte

Located in Tofte, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Superior National Golf Course 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. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as cycling, hiking/biking trails and rock climbing in the area.
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Tofte, mn

What's nearby

  • North Shore Commercial Fishing Museum - 4 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Superior National Golf Course - 5 min drive - 6.2 km
  • North Shore Winery - 7 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Oberg Mountain Loop - 9 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Lutsen Mountains - 11 min drive - 9.5 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bluefin Grille - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coho Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Moguls Grille & Tap Room - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fika Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Papa Charlie's Saloon & Grill - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Amazing Superior Views, Lake Access, Parks, Bike Trail, Garage, 4 BR/4 BA pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Amazing Superior Views, Lake Access, Parks, Bike Trail, Garage, 4 BR/4 BA?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Amazing Superior Views, Lake Access, Parks, Bike Trail, Garage, 4 BR/4 BA?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Amazing Superior Views, Lake Access, Parks, Bike Trail, Garage, 4 BR/4 BA located?

Nestled on the beach, this Tofte holiday home is just steps away from Lake Superior and Superior National Forest. Ray Berglund State Wayside and Oberg Mountain Loop are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great rental near Lutsen Ski Resort and MN State Parks
My family stayed at this lovely rental for four nights, including skiing at Lutsen and hiking nearby State Parks. The view of Lake Superior is amazing. The home layout is great for a family, with two bedrooms up and one on the lower walkout level. Each bedroom has its own bath. The decor is "up-north style," with the living area having a gas fireplace and the lower level a gas stove. Very clean, with all kitchen, games, and entertainment necessities that have been thought through and provided! We would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly K.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Mar 10 stay
The place is very pretty, nice views. I feel the on line listing is misleading, you find out the room limitations after the first step of reservation. It lists a hot tub amenity, a jetted tub is not a hot tub. Receiving multiple texts almost every day of your stay is annoying. I don't want to fill out a survey about the cleanliness when I'm on my trip. The fire place vent blower is LOUD, didn't use the fireplace b/c its so noisy. Pipes rattle in the walls when you flush the master toilet. The jetted tub is a racket through the house if you use it. And too many cleaning instructions/jobs.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pre-Christmas break
Great place to go with our young adult children where they could ski and we could spend quality family time at the end of the day.Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debi M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home, Special details
The view from most of the rooms was spectacular. We were spoiled with the high-end appliances. House was very well stocked. We appreciated the coffee/hot choc/tea selection. The baby got to enjoy his new chair and toys in the jacuzzi. His mom and aunt (in bathing suits) joined him and even had spa robes to relax in after. Wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Annual North Shore trip
First Vrbo stay vs hotel/resort. It was wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning views
Beautiful location, property is in excellent shape, conveniently located near the many parks and trails along the North shore.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect North Shore Get-away
Everything about Loon Lodge was as expected for our short family vacation. The location was central to many of the surrounding state parks and allowed for relatively easy access to Lake Superior (I say “relatively” as the stairs to the beach were quite steep for the more senior family members - 80+ yrs old). The accommodations were comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed for meal preparation. I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family fun time
We enjoyed the proximity to the lake, the great views from the great room, the space for game play in the basement, and all the balconies. Upstairs was hot the week we were there, but otherwise perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mellisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake Superior
Beautiful property and clean. So much fun.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

CAROLYN R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls Getaway
Amazing setting overlooking the lake and with a path down to the lake. Loved the large deck overlooking the lake where there was a large table for breakfast, lunch and/or dinner for all four of us. The kitchen had every amenity, tool and device you could imagine…so easy to cook! Property owner was fabulously responsive to every question we had. Would definitely go again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superior in every way!
Loon Lodge was a wonderful place. It was super clean and well equipped. Our host was very communicative. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring break getaway
This was a wonderful property - so comfortable and relaxing with an incredible view. The hosts were excellent. We have spent a lot of time on the North Shore and this location is a new favorite.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and very nice
Beautiful place to stay. The kitchen had everything you need. Great whirlpool bath in master bedroom. Beds very comfy. Only wish checkout was about a hour later. Easy to get a hold of property owner too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Lodging
Great location and quiet setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for families
A perfect place for a three generation family to make memories. A beautiful view of Lake Superior, plenty of space, and convenient to Lutsen and Grand Marais.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loon Lodge on Lake Superior
Amazing location on Lake Superior. Beautiful home, perfect for a getaway with family and friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loon Lodge
Our group of 4 have been going up to the North Shore for over 25 years. Staying at Loon Lodge was a great place to stay. We literally only needed to bring clothes and food for our stay. The kitchen was stocked with everything needed--spices, etc. The view was outstanding as Lake Superior was outside of the kitchen/living room as well as the master bedroom. We really enjoyed our time there and would highly recommend Loon Lodge.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect vacation home
Beautiful home with lovely views. Easy access to multiple state park trail systems.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Barbara E., White Bear Lake

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Beautiful View
Very comfortable house for our family of 5.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
August vacation
Beautiful townhome and convenient location
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful!
We all agreed the pictures didn’t do it justice. It was a perfect spot for a family gathering. Great location and more than enough space for 6 adults and 2 kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carla W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable for a group!
We loved the clean and organized space. Rick was easy to work with. The view is spectacular and the townhouse is well stocked with essentials.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randi R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just right
Great, solid state apartment that gave each of the three of us plenty of space. Gorgeous lake view. Half hour from Grand Marais.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zach M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great ski/ snowboard lodge
Great location to Lutsen Mountain. Accommodated 6 perfectly. Could easily sleep a few more
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for skiing
Would have liked more parking. The house is very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

About the host

Hosted by Rick Storlie

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Hello! My name is Rick Storlie. I have 6 kids- Everlee, Gracelyn, Ali, Lauren, Mason & Breanna. I live in Prior Lake, MN with my wife Rachel and I'm originally from Northfield.

Why they chose this property

My family has been vacationing on the north shore since 1975. My father owned a Lutsen Sea Villa (which is coincidentally less than a mile from our cabin now) until 1995. I learned to ski, deer/grouse hunt and skip rocks on the north shore. We've swam in the lake (be careful it's cold), water skied (on a dare), fished and enjoyed bathtub like water (once) along with 20+ foot waves.

The view of the lake from our home is second to none. We're elevated above the trees so you get an unobstructed view 90 miles view towards Michigan- it feels like you're on the ocean! One of the neatest things to do is sleep with the windows open and hear the waves crashing on the rocks below.

The combination of Lake Superior and the Superior National forest has an indescribable calming effect on your soul. All I can say is- a trip to the north shore is guaranteed to recharge your batteries!

What makes this property unique

No matter what the season there are things to do on the North Shore.

SUMMER
Try the Alpine slide located at Lutsen Mountains. The Gitchi Gami bike trail now has been extended so you can access it in front of our home. You can hop on and bike the north shore for miles.

Find Lake Superior fishing charters in Tofte and Grand Marais along with inland fishing lakes too.

The Superior Hiking Trail is only a couple of miles from our home. I recommend the Oberg and LeVeaux loop- fantastic overlooks! Golfers will love Superior National and its 27 holes. Yes it's challenging but the views of Lake Superior and Moose Mountain will help you forget how many balls you've lost!

Like to shop? Quaint shops are located right on the harbor in Grand Marais. Only 20 minutes away.

WINTER
Lutsen Mountains has the best downhill skiing in the Midwest. There are hundreds of miles of cross country, snow shoe and snowmobile trails accessible within 5 minutes. The clubhouse at Superior National turns into a winter recreation activity center. You can go on horse drawn sleigh rides and take dog mushing tours- just stop by.

SPRING
Spring time hikes along raging streams in the spring will give you countless photo opportunities. Perhaps the best spring activity is hanging our at our home with a good book. Cook some great food and take advantage of quiet time on the North Shore. Rates are lower too!

FALL
The fall colors in the Maple forests are second to none. Fall is still my favorite time to visit the north shore. I think the two things we may love the most are fires on the lake shore and coffee on the deck overlooking the lake. If you're an early riser you can see the sun come right out of the water!

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