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Jay Cooke Park and Spirit Mtn Retreat with wood-burning sauna and game room
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 62197 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Esko, MN
- Place, Esko Historical Society Museum3 min drive
- Place, Northridge Park3 min drive
- Place, Spirit Mountain9 min drive
- Airport, Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.)29 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Jay Cooke Park and Spirit Mtn Retreat with wood-burning sauna and game room
Enjoy this gorgeous 3 bedroom/2 bath home located on a beautiful setting on 3 wooded acres at the end of a dead-end road close to I-35. The home is located near many great activities, such as 3 miles from the Willard Munger State Trail, 4 miles from the Duluth Traverse bike trails, 3 miles from the Superior Hiking trail, 4 miles from Jay Cooke State Park, and 9 miles from Spirit Mountain. The home is also only a short 15-minute drive to the Craft District and Lake Superior.
This private home has a master suite on one side with a large master bathroom, complete with a tiled walk-in shower and a large closet. On the other side of the home, there are two bedrooms (one with two twin beds and one with a queen bed). There is a full bath located by these bedrooms and near the living room area. Enjoy the open living space with a gas fireplace, cozy leather furniture, and wood floors. There is a high-end kitchen with a fridge, dishwasher, microwave, oven/range, and coffee pot along with a dining space to relax and eat. Off of the living room/kitchen area is a beautiful sunroom where you can enjoy a good book, game night, or shut the door to get work done. The garage is a large game room with a pool table, ping pong table, foosball table, a 5000-game arcade machine, and a big-screen TV. Out back there is a patio with a grill and patio table to enjoy the large backyard. Newly added is a large wood-burning sauna with a changing room for you to kick back, relax, and unwind. There are two security cameras outside to protect the property and our guests. The home is warm and cozy and we hope you can make it feel like your own during your stay. (Side note: absolutely no parties or events allowed. All guests over 6 must get host approval during booking.)
This private home has a master suite on one side with a large master bathroom, complete with a tiled walk-in shower and a large closet. On the other side of the home, there are two bedrooms (one with two twin beds and one with a queen bed). There is a full bath located by these bedrooms and near the living room area. Enjoy the open living space with a gas fireplace, cozy leather furniture, and wood floors. There is a high-end kitchen with a fridge, dishwasher, microwave, oven/range, and coffee pot along with a dining space to relax and eat. Off of the living room/kitchen area is a beautiful sunroom where you can enjoy a good book, game night, or shut the door to get work done. The garage is a large game room with a pool table, ping pong table, foosball table, a 5000-game arcade machine, and a big-screen TV. Out back there is a patio with a grill and patio table to enjoy the large backyard. Newly added is a large wood-burning sauna with a changing room for you to kick back, relax, and unwind. There are two security cameras outside to protect the property and our guests. The home is warm and cozy and we hope you can make it feel like your own during your stay. (Side note: absolutely no parties or events allowed. All guests over 6 must get host approval during booking.)
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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
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 deadlock
About the area
Esko
Esko is home to this holiday home. Esko Historical Society Museum and Carlton County Historical Society are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Encore Performing Arts Center and Gary New Duluth Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Riverside Park and Dungeon's End.
Esko, MN
What's nearby
- Esko Historical Society Museum - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
- Northridge Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
- Spirit Mountain - 9 min drive - 12.3 km
- Aerial Lift Bridge - 22 min drive - 27.4 km
- University of Minnesota Duluth - 26 min drive - 30.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Kwik Trip - 6 min drive
- McDonald's - 9 min drive
- The Lost Tavern - 8 min drive
- Buffalo House - 8 min drive
- Bearaboo - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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25 Jan, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Angela A.
31 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Angela A.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Judy S.
17 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Duluth Get Away
Judy S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Natalie C.
13 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Natalie C.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Stephanie J.
18 Jan, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls Weekend
Stephanie J.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Mark I.
10 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Spot
Mark I.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Cheryl T.
18 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property
Cheryl T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth S.
3 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Allover
Elizabeth S.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Thomas M.
18 Dec, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family home
Thomas M.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Laurie S.
3 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cousins Weekend
Laurie S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Jeff K.
22 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family retreat
Jeff K.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Julie S.
20 Sept, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, great stay!!!
Julie S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Amy S.
20 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Retreat
Amy S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Michael J.
23 Dec, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Home Base for Duluth Activities
Michael J.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Madison L.
15 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place!!
Madison L.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Jason C.
10 Apr, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had our easter dinner here kitchen works well cooked entire dinner for 10 adults and 8 grand kid
Jason C.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Tom M.
30 Apr, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in the woods
Tom M.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Isaac G.
8 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Esko house
Isaac G.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Sue K.
25 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So beautiful.
Sue K.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent
L M.
24 Dec, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
L M.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Erika R.
23 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home
Erika R.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Sheri S.
5 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous
Sheri S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Sheri V.
31 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Base Camp
Sheri V.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Audrey P.
29 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Will stay again!
Audrey P.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Dallas A.
17 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location with a perfect home
Dallas A.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
About the host
Hosted by Mark and Jamie Sams
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