Vacation Rentals by Owner

Amazing weekend

Guest: Mara (Lake Elmo, MN)
Date of Stay: 12/03/11 Review Submitted: 12/06/11

My husband and I stayed for a weekend in December and we couldn't have been more pleased with our stay at the Red Cottage. We hiked, made bonfires, moon-gazed and watched the sunrise and sunset both days over the beautiful and majestic Lake Superior. The views are incredible and the cabin is just so warm, cozy, comfortable and sweet. Time literally stands still at the Red Cottage. Karla and Hugh could not have been more gracious!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

A Perfect Spot!

Guest: Michelle (Denver, CO)
Date of Stay: 08/06/11 Review Submitted: 08/08/11

I have just returned from a long weekend with my husband's family (we totaled 6 people) and we could not have asked for a better time. The cottage itself is in an idyllic location, placed just close enough to hear the water when opening the windows to allow in a cool summer breeze. The cottage itself is just lovely, cozy and inviting, but spacious enough to comfortably hold 6 adults. The kitchen is well-kitted, we wanted for nothing. The views are stunning, and it's hard to envision a better location or a better spot overall to enjoy the north shore. If I could give it six stars, I would!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

We loved the Red Cottage!

Guest: Deborah (Edina)
Date of Stay: 07/31/11 Review Submitted: 08/04/11

We have stayed at a lot of cabins along the N Shore and this is our favorite! The cabin is so cute, comfortable, clean. The view of the lake is amazing - breath taking. Right on the lake - very private - so many places to sit and enjoy the lake. The kitchen has everything you need. So close to paved trails for biking, skating, running. And also very close to hiking trails. We are definitely going back to the Red Cottage. It would be a great get away any time of the year.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Can't beat the location!

Guest: James (Minneapolis)
Date of Stay: 03/18/11 Review Submitted: 03/21/11

Minutes from the ski hill, golf courses, live music, and great food. Nothing tops the view of lake Superior while sitting around the fire. I highly recommend the Red Cottage for your next North Shore trip.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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Guest: Juniper (Henderson )
Date of Stay: 10/01/10 Review Submitted: 10/05/10

Loved Loved Loved the Red Cottage!! Fantastic views of Lake Superior and the shore line. We enjoyed indoor and outdoor fires! Sipped our coffee in the adirondack chairs while breathing in the fresh clean northwoods air while listening to the waves crash against the rocks. The cottage was the perfect retreat after long days of hiking through the state parks close by, Cascade falls, Judge Magney, Temperance river etc........ I was sad to come home as I knew I would miss the tranquility and the most comfortable king sized bed I have ever slept in. (All of the beds were quality and very comfortable with Quality Linens and cozy blankets.) What a great bedroom to have- fabulous picture window over looking Lake Superior-what a glorious thing to wake up to! The cottage was very clean and had all the comforts of home- we heard lots of birds and will swear to the day we die that we heard a moose bellow late one evening. Truly a fabulous experience! The red cottage was easy to get to - just minutes off of HWY 61 but yet completely private. Great location for hikers, bikers, shoppers whoever and all the surrounding areas are a photographers dream! I cannot say enough about the red cottage on lake superior. Would be a lovely place to stay any time of year and I can't wait to go back!!! Thanks so much Karla :)

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Hikers' Review

Guest: molly&jim_HAC80088 (Eden Prairie, MN)
Date of Stay: 06/24/10 Review Submitted: 07/08/10

My husband and our 3 adult children are hiking the entire Superior National Hiking Trail from Two Harbors to Canada ~ hopefully within our lifetime. I am the "support team" of one. We enjoyed our stay at the Red Cottage for a long weekend. It's a great location, just a few miles from Lutsen, very private and the view is spectacular!! I enjoyed a massage at the Waves of Superior Spa while the hiking group was walking in the rain. It's a great Spa - if you go, don't forget your bathing suit, as they have a nice little pool and hot tub. Thanks Carla for sharing your sweet spot on the North Shore.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Absolutely Perfect!

Guest: Meredyth (Sturgeon Bay, WI)
Date of Stay: 03/31/10 Review Submitted: 04/19/10

Absolutely perfect!!! The Red Cottage is so cozy, quaint, charming, and immaculate! The location and setting is ideal. Just a couple of minutes from Lutsen Mountains (great skiing) and nestled in the woods along the shore of Lake Superior. Our children who are 10 and 5 could not wait to return to the Red Cottage after skiing and snowboarding. The owners are wonderful! They are very accomodating and the house has everything you could possibly need. They have done a wonderful job of making you feel at home. We are looking forward to returning to the Red Cottage and can't recommend it enough. Thank you for making this wonderful cottage available to families like ours.

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Guest: William and Andrea Connett (Anoka Minnesota)
Date of Stay: 01/27/10 Review Submitted: 01/27/10

My husband and 83 year old mother spent three nights at the Little Red Cottage and were enchanted with the place. The property is beautiful, big open view of the lake just 30 feet from the cabin. We love to make big and involved meals and had everything we needed to prepare and cook AND serve our dinners! There are so many little personal touches that make you KNOW that this cozy home is well loved and cared for. We've already booked another date!

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Guest: Debra18 (Inver Grove Heights, MN)
Date of Stay: 01/17/10 Review Submitted: 01/17/10

Our group of six adults and one infant spent the week between Christmas and New Year's at this lovely "cottage." It has a cottage feel, yet there was ample room for all of us. Cozy and comfortable accommodations(kitchen had everything we needed!),and there was a good supply of wood to stoke daily fires. Wish it would have been warm enough to use the firepit that faces the lake! We loved the skiing and snow shoeing at Oberg Mountain, Cascade River and Pincushion. . Karla and Hugh are welcoming, responsive and helpful with suggestions for enjoying the area. We look forward to returning, perhaps in warm weather months!

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Guest: Linda 6 (Shorewood, MN)
Date of Stay: 05/28/09 Review Submitted: 05/28/09

Highly recommended! The cabin is inviting, comfortable and private. The shoreline is right outside and the views are knockout. The furnishings are beautiful and obviously very carefully selected. The bed linens are luxurious. I am a very picky person, and I have nothing but admiration and great fondness for this absolutely incredible place. Thank you Karla.

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Guest: Christina Rauch (Birchwood, MN)
Date of Stay: 03/17/09 Review Submitted: 03/17/09

AMAZING! We have stayed in other cabins in the area, but none compare to this charming, delightful, cozy oasis. It's private yet minutes away from quaint shopping and outdoor activity. The owners are very accomodating and take pride in providing a great getaway experience. Definately coming back!!!

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Guest: Paul Schuster (-)
Date of Stay: 03/15/09 Review Submitted: 03/15/09

Our family relaly enjoyed the stay in your cabin, what a great place to return to after a day of skiing and exploring: very welcoming, comfortable, cozy...we really liked the layout and decor. A special north shore cabin indeed, with Lake Superior at your door. Perfect location!

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Guest: Connie Stockness (Stillwater, Mn.)
Date of Stay: 03/12/09 Review Submitted: 03/12/09

We had a great time sking at Lutsen, but the best part of the day was coming back to the cabin to relax. The cabin is so comfy ... great view, fire place, kitchen, and beds !! Would love to come back this summer and go hiking :)

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Guest: Joan Barkley (St. Michael, MN)
Date of Stay: 02/02/09 Review Submitted: 02/02/09

A beautiful cozy spot only a few feet from Lake Superior. We were very impressed with the beautiful furnishings complete with anything you could ever need to fix a gourmet meal. We loved the wood fireplace and found your cabin to be a very comfortable place to get away from it all!

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Guest: Christelle1 (-)
Date of Stay: 01/31/09 Review Submitted: 01/31/09

I really enjoyed staying at the cabin with my friends.It was fun, relaxing, quiet, peaceful. The cabin is typical from the North of MN. The amenities are great. Merci beaucoup Karla.

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Guest: Connie Hertz (White Bear Lake, MN)
Date of Stay: 01/28/09 Review Submitted: 01/28/09

The cabin was a delight to stay in. The warm, homey feel, the beautiful view on to Lake Superior, the warm, blazing fire, the clean, tastefully done decor, was the perfect place to stay for the weekend. It's very close to Lutsen, which is convenient. The price is right, and the owners are very friendly people. I would say a very nice package deal!

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Guest: Dave Plude (Duluth Minnesota)
Date of Stay: 01/26/09 Review Submitted: 01/26/09

My wife and two daughters spent last weekend at the cottage and the experience wonderfull! We are avid skiers and enjoyed the warm cabin and fireplace every evening. I really appreciated how comfortable the furnishings were, as well as how close it is to Lutsen Mountain. There was plenty of room in the cabin, and being within feet of Lake Superior is always amazing. Thank you so much for making your piece of paradise available to my family.

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Guest: Heidi19 (Minnesota)
Date of Stay: 01/04/09 Review Submitted: 01/04/09

The cottage was so cozy and tastefully decorated. It was very clean and had everything we needed. The beds and sheets were very comfortable to sleep in. The cabin owner was responsive and a pleasure to communicate with. The view of Lake Superior was simply amazing. We look forward to going back sometime in the summer to enjoy a campfire and smores on the shore under the stars. A very private slice of heaven!

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