Welcome to the Whistling Pines!
This charming cabin with 1840 square feet of space, has 3 bathrooms, and 2 bedrooms with 5 total beds and sleeps 6 comfortably.
We invite you to come and experience this rustic retreat nestled in a woodsy setting on the Mississippi River. The mighty Mississippi will mesmerize you with its sparkling water and abundant wildlife. We know you will thoroughly enjoy your time listening to the wind whistling through the many majestic Norway & White pines towering on and around the property. Hear the loons calling while you relax on the wrap around deck and watch the eagles dive for fish. Located a stone’s throw from the water’s edge, you will see all sorts of other wildlife during your stay.
** NO PETS ALLOWED**
Fall is a fabulous time of the year to visit Whistling Pines and the Grand Rapids area! There’s plenty of fun to be had! **Come & enjoy a scenic Fall color tour. Start in Grand Rapids and wind your way North for 47 miles through the beautiful Chippewa National Forest on the scenic byway Hwy 38. Make the Timberwolf Inn in Marcell, MN your final destination and enjoy a delicious dinner in a wooded setting! **Go fishing or hunting. **Explore over 2,000 miles of trails for hiking or biking on the Mesabi Trail. **Visit local farms like Rasmussen's Cowhorn Crossing Farm for pumpkin patches and apple picking. **Attend live performances at the Reif Center or the MacRostie Art Center, **Visit the historic Judy Garland Museum. Experience the WINTER wonderland charm that a small town has to offer!
**Downhill skiing, snow boarding, or snow tubing at Mount Itasca
** Cross country skiing, choose your favorite trail, there are many to pick from.
**Snow shoeing—Explore the quiet beauty of Northern Minnesota’s forests and trails
** Fat tire biking at the Tioga Recreation area offers groomed trails for a premier multi-level trail system
** Ice fishing— fish walleye, northern pike, crappie, bluegills, & perch from late December to March
**Snowmobiling— there is an extensive network of over 1,000 miles of groomed trails through forests, lakes, bogs, including in-town access to gas, food & drink.
**Cozy indoor activities include, boutique-style shopping, fun places to eat & drink, kid-friendly activities including Thunder Alley bowling, movies at Mann’s Theater. Summer Fun Activities for the Outdoor Enthusiasts at Whistling Pines: Hop on the paddle boat or kayaks and navigate to the Forest History Center dock which is about a 15 minute paddle up river to the West. Once you land at the Forest History Center dock, you can hike the many beautiful trails or sign up to take a tour.
For those of you that are looking for a more challenging voyage, you can take a 2 mile paddle to the Pokegama Dam, where there is great fishing, a beautiful campground, park & bathrooms.
Before you go on the water, please grab lifejackets that are located in the storage box on the deck.
There are fish of all species in the river, with excellent Crappie fishing across the river in Sylvan Bay.
Bring your boat and tie it off at the dock and explore all that the river has to offer. There is a landing 1 mile West on County Road 63.
The location is ideal on the edge of town with a country feel; yet you can order food & have it delivered right to the front door!
The Space:
Whistling Pines comes fully stocked with everything you will need for a comfortable stay to feel right at home.
*2 Kayaks, a paddle boat and life jackets are provided.
*Beautiful patio with a fire pit & smokeless Solo Stove. Enjoy a relaxing evening by the water with a cozy fire under the stars. **Purchase your firewood from S&S Meats (offers awesome fresh meats and seafood) or Lucky Seven convenience store, which are both only 1/2 mile from the house. Super One Liquors has the largest selection of beverages such as beers, wines & spirits that you will need, plus Forest Lake Restaurant & Bar has delicious food and great drinks, and both are also only 1/2 mile away, (within walking distance).**
*Gas grill
*Corn hole & ladder golf available for your entertainment.
*The loop driveway will handle any size truck with RV, boat, or snowmobile trailer combination, and easy, ample parking.
*The cabin has 2 bedrooms, 1 on the main floor and 1 on the upper floor. There is a total of 4 beds, (1 King, 2 Queens & 1 Twin), which will easily accommodate 6 people.
*The main floor bedroom has direct access to the wrap-around deck, a king bed, and a private, en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower.
*Also located on the main floor is another full bath with a washer & dryer for your use.
*The upper level has a mini gym, 3/4 bath, and 2 queen beds and a twin bed.
*Fully furnished kitchen
* 70” smart TV and PS3 in the living room
*High speed Internet (250 mbps) &
* Wi-Fi
*Exterior security cameras are in place at this property. There are cameras in the front of the cabin for the driveway & the front entrance to the cabin views. There are cameras on the river side of the cabin also.
*Upon booking with us you will need to sign a rental agreement for this property, this rental agreement will be emailed to you after you book your reservation.
*We only allow 6 people maximum; this includes adults, children and infants.
We're happy to assist with any questions while you stay at our cabin.
