Waterfront Cottage on Magnificent Rainy Lake
- Cottage
- Sleeps: 6
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Min Stay: 3 nights
Vintage, 3-bdrm cottage is just steps from Ranier Beach, dining & pubs
Bedrooms
Owner
Phillomena Davis
- Languages:
- english
About Phillomena Davis
Mike and Phillomena Davis are currently managing the Davis homestead for the family. We live in the Twin Cities but have many friends and relatives throughout the area.
Why Phillomena Davis chose Ranier
This property has been in the family for almost 100 years. The location, with its proximity to both Rainy River and Rainy Lake and Canada right across the bay, has been a historic gathering spot for native Americans, fur traders and adventurers for hundreds of years. From this point you can travel by boat more than 30 miles into the Canadian wilderness in three different directions or head up to Kettle Falls on the U.S. side 40 miles more. There is really no other lake in Minnesota that has so many unique features. You can spend a lifetime exploring it, and many have done just that.
What makes this Cottage unique
This is not your typical Minnesota "piney woods cabin." It is truly a rustic lake home and part of the fascinating culture of the village of Ranier. Yes, the lake is there with all of its attractions. But this location has so much more that keeps us coming back year after year.
Amenities
Featured
- Internet
- Pets Welcome
- TV
- Washer & Dryer
- Children Welcome
- Parking
- No Smoking
- Heater
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 1
Safety features
- Exterior lighting
- First-aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
- Smoke detector
Location Type
- VillageLocated on the waterfront in the village of Ranier, which sits at the confluence of Rainy Lake and the Rainy River and is a major crossing route of the Canadian National Railway.
- Beach ViewBeautiful little Ranier Beach is just steps away.
- Lake ViewGreat views of Rainy Lake from the living room and new porch window. You can see Canada right across the bay.
- LakefrontRainy Lake is just 50 feet from the back door.
- Water View
- Waterfront
General
- HeatingNew forced air furnace.
- Linens ProvidedPlenty of sheets, pillow cases and bedding in every bedroom.
- Washing MachineA vintage Maytag that's built like a tank.
- Clothes DryerAnother tough Maytag from when they built things to last.
- ParkingPlenty of on-street parking to fit most boat trailers, plus a pull-in area right in front of the house.
- GarageYou can park in the garage if you want. Especially nice in winter.
- InternetFree Wi-Fi.
- Towels ProvidedShould be plenty of bath towels in the house, plus some beach towels, as well, in the porch.
- Iron & Board
- Hair Dryer
- Living RoomFeatures a huge picture window that faces the lake, a big comfy couch and a rocker.
Kitchen
- RefrigeratorIncludes a complimentary 12-pack of PBR, the official beer of the Davis House.
- StoveGood old-fashioned electric burners.
- Oven
- Microwave
- Grill
- Coffee MakerNew Krups, plus coffee, filters and the best water for making java anywhere.
- Toaster
- Pantry ItemsSome items will be stocked as well as we can, including spices, oils, paper towels, usually coffee, garbage bags, etc.
- Dishes & Utensils
- KitchenFully stocked with pots, pans, dishes and everything else you need to cook almost anything!
Dining
- Dining Area
- Dining
Entertainment
- TelevisionA small flat-screen TV with a digital antennae that picks up about 10 channels.
- StereoComes with a turntable and a fine collection of vinyl records. CD player, too, plus CDs.
- DVD PlayerThe remote has disappeared, but you can still watch movies by just working the buttons.
- BooksYou'll find some good reads here. We think the cabin is a great place to kick back, shut off the screen and dive in to a book.
- GamesLots of board games and jig saw puzzles to encourage bonding and camaraderie with your crew.
- Music LibraryVintage vinyl from the 70s and 80s.
- ToysBlocks, Lincoln Logs, Legos and more.
- Video LibraryA great collection of movies for all ages.
Outside
- Lawn / Garden
- Kayak / CanoeA classic Grumman canoe, plus paddles and life preservers. Just stay away from the Ranier rapids, please, unless you're a strong paddler. And don't paddle to Canada without contacting customs first.
- BicyclesThere are two, old-fashioned, one-speed Schwinns in the garage. Perfect for tooling around Ranier and beyond.
- Deck / PatioCheck out our photos. In the summer, this is where you'll probably spend most of your time (when you're not on the lake or exploring Ranier).
- Water Sports GearSlalom ski. Air mattresses. Fins and goggles and snorkels.
- TennisInternational Falls has several tennis courts within 3 miles. Ranier also has a court, but it's pretty dilapidated.
- Golf4 miles from what I've heard is a great course. (We're lakers ourselves.)
Suitability
- wheelchair inaccessible
- Long-term Renters Welcome
House Rules
Children allowed
Pets allowed - No cats, please.No cats, please.
No parties/events
No smoking
Max guests: 6 (sleeps up to 4 adults)
Minimum age of primary renter: 21
Cancellation Policy
100% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date. 50% refund if canceled at least 14 days before arrival date.
Damage and incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
41 Reviews
As always...Worth the trip!!
Always enjoy the ease of working with the owners and the wonderful location of the property. Plenty to do and the scenery is breathtaking right on the lake!
Wonderful cottage with a beautiful view. Very comfortable. Near Voyageurs National Park.
Great home base for daily treks into Voyageurs National Park. Beautiful location. Comfortable bed and a great shower. Kitchen was well stocked and supplied. I appreciated the spices and oils for cooking! We watched the ripples on the lake for hours. Very relaxing. Fall colors were very nice for mid October. Highly recommend!
Wonderful experience
My husband and I stayed at the Davis lake cabin, and had a wonderful time. The cabin was located right on the lake, and we so enjoyed the beautiful view from the living room window. We are already talking about going back.
Outstanding
Super cute property with gorgeous view, all the amenities (and some fun surprises) needed for our girls weekend. Owners attentive to any request and did warn us of the only bathroom in one of the bedrooms. We didn't find it to be an issue.
Thanks for the nice review, Connie! We're glad you enjoyed your get-together at the cottage, even though the weather wasn't the greatest. And we're glad you weren't terribly inconvenienced by the single bathroom. We are working on a plan to remedy that situation once and for all!
Perfect Getaway
So relaxing! This place had everything a person could need. Loved all of the Antique's brought back so many memories, Will be back!!! And recommend to everyone!!!!
Map
Beautiful Voyageur's National Park is within a short boat or car ride. Several resorts dot the shoreline, including the must-see Sha-Sha on Black Bay. The area is, of course, a well-known fisherman's paradise, with numerous guiding opportunities to those without their own boats or gear. Grouse and
duck hunting is popular in September and October, deer hunting in November and snowmobiling, cross-country skiing and ice fishing in winter.