A cabin rental can provide an idyllic getaway, often tucked in the woods, alongside a river or lake, providing a great way to escape the hustle and bustle. In Minnesota, the “Land of 10,000 Lakes,” there are lots of lakefront options bringing dazzling views of the state’s most beautiful landscapes, offering the perfect stress-relieving escape. Among these cozy cabin rentals, you’re sure to find the perfect place to book.
The Louise Cabin, Direct Cuyuna MTB Access/Sauna - Crosby
Offering bike-in/bike-out access to the nationally ranked Cuyuna Mountain Bike trails and a paved trail, this Minnesota cabin is perfect for outdoor lovers. It’s in a prime location from mine lakes and the Historic Main Street, while on-site amenities include a stocked kitchenette, a private patio with a BBQ grill, and access to several fire pits. It’s even pet-friendly, allowing you to bring one well-behaved dog for a pet fee.
Stylle Hytte, Northern Cabin Retreat - Brook Park
It’s hard to resist the allure of this cozy A-Frame cabin, which is Nordic-inspired and boasts a spacious two-bedroom layout. Sitting on 5 secluded acres of woods with trails winding down to the private waterfront, it’s only an hour north of the Twin Cities. You’ll find modern perks, including a Smart TV, Wi-Fi, and a complete kitchen, while the inviting living room area has a real wood fireplace. One of its biggest highlights, however, is the outdoor electric barrel sauna that is ready for you to unwind post adventures.
Cozy Modern Cabin, Loon Overlook - Merrifield
This one-bedroom cabin in Merrifield is a cozy retreat for up to four guests, offering stunning views of Bass Lake and a small pond that surround the property. It sits high on a hill overlooking the water and includes everything you need for a cabin getaway, including a fire pit with chairs, a BBQ grill, and a spacious kitchen and living area with large windows for taking in the views.
Crosslake Treetop Escape - Crosslake
Live out your childhood dreams in this two-story treetop cabin. “Bear’s Den” is a two-bedroom rental that’s ideal for families and couples getaways, featuring an open floor plan on the main level with a great room, modern kitchen, and living room with a fireplace for those chilly nights. Step out onto the porch for a view overlooking the treetops, then make your way on foot to discover everything Crosslake has to offer.
The River Lodge - Aitkin
You can bring your whole family along for a stay at this massive 7-bedroom cabin in Aitkin. Called the River Lodge, the large property is custom-built and sits on 5 peaceful acres on the banks of the Mississippi River. Enjoy the nature vistas from the wrap-around porch, or hit the nearby bike trails of the famous Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area down the road. The three-level rental has a long list of amenities, including a game room, a large kitchen, and a walkout basement that leads to the river, where you can enjoy fishing or roasting marshmallows by the fire pit.
Sugar Lake Lookout - Cohasset
This popular Minnesota cabin is a hand-scribed log home set on the aquamarine waters of Siseebakwet/Sugar Lake in Cohasset. Fire up the grill outside or whip up a meal in the full gourmet kitchen, then sit around the beautiful hand-crafted wood table in the dining room of the three-bedroom property. One of the best spots to hang out is the main-level living room, which has a wall of windows overlooking the lake. When you’re ready to explore, golfing, snowmobiling, ATV trails, snowshoeing, ice fishing, and boating are all easily accessed nearby.
Agua Norte Cabin on Lake Superior - Grand Marais
Enjoy spectacular views of Lake Superior from this one-bedroom timber frame cabin for four. You’ll feel as if you’re far from the chaos of the “real world” in the woods, yet Grand Marais is just four miles away. It includes lots of windows and a large cedar deck for enjoying the views inside and out. There’s even a large skylight so you can gaze up at the stars and watch the northern lights in comfort. A pebble beach can be accessed just across the road too. It includes a TV with Apple TV in the living room, another TV with a DVD player in the loft, a spa-like bathroom, a fire pit, a grill and an organic garden where guests can pick vegetables seasonally.
Lakefront A-Frame - Battle Lake
This four-bedroom designer cabin for up to 10 guests boasts 200 feet of lake frontage and sits on an acre of land, ideal for relaxing and taking advantage of many activities on and around Ethel Lake. Enjoy fishing, swimming and a wealth of water sports – a 22′ pontoon are available to rent for an additional fee too, with a boat launch only 1/6th of a mile from the house. A full kitchen, Wi-Fi and a washer/dryer are included.
Waterfront Cabin - Detroit Lakes
This two-bedroom cabin for up to six guests offers beautiful waterfront views and includes a large yard with a deck and fire pit. Just a short drive from the cabin you can enjoy sunbathing, fishing and swimming at City Beach, while nearby Detroit Mountain Recreation Area offers mountain biking during the warmer months and downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, boarding and more in the winter. You’ll have a BBQ for grilling on the deck, large windows for enjoying the view from indoors and all the comforts of home, including Wi-Fi, a Smart TV, and a full kitchen.
Sixmile Lake Cabin - Ely
This gorgeous hand scribed log cabin sits along Sixmile Lake, providing a tranquil escape with spectacular views. It sleeps up to six with an open floor plan that includes a loft with a queen bed and a main living area with two built-in bunk beds and a pull-out sofa. The kitchen includes all the essentials and you’ll have a Weber grill for cooking out on pleasant days. The antique clawfoot tub in the bathroom is ideal for a soak after hiking, fishing or paddling in the complimentary canoes on the private access lake. Campfires can be enjoyed and you’ll find many attractions nearby like the International Wolf Center and North American Bear Center too.
Civil War Era Cabin - Long Prairie
This nearly 150-year-old cabin was erected by homesteader James Maynard shortly after the Civil War. The current owners moved it to a meadow at the edge of their wooded property and restored it by adding modern amenities while keeping within its historic character. It includes a cozy wood stove, kerosene lanterns, a fully functional kitchen with an old-fashioned kerosene stove and period furnishings. Authentic antique beds furnished with feather pillows and handmade quilts are included too. Look forward to roasting marshmallows and chats around the fire, grilling on the barbecue and exploring the adjacent woods.
Mökki Dwelling by the Dock - Grand Marais
A Scandinavian Dovetail cabin, Mokki is located 20 minutes north of Grand Marais in Hovland close to the Canadian border and Lake Superior. Designed by a local carpenter and North House Folk School instructor, it’s a work of art providing the perfect romantic retreat immersed in nature, complete with a wood-fired sauna with water from the rain barrels or melted snow for bathing. Many enjoy jumping off the dock nearby and then running back up the road to the sauna. It includes a fireplace and large windows for views of the forest and deer that often wander by.
Minne Me North Shore Cabin on Lake Superior - Lutsen
This two-bedroom cabin/cottage is tucked among old cedar trees and includes a path that leads to a Lake Superior ledge rock shoreline. Accommodating up to four guests, there’s a stone wood-burning fireplace in the living room and everything you need for a relaxing escape. It’s just five minutes from the Superior National at Lutsen Golf Course and Lutsen Mountains Ski and Recreation Area, which offers activities in the summer too, like a sightseeing gondola that leads to Moose Mountain and an alpine slide.
Elbow Lake Lodge White Birch Cabin - Cook
This two-bedroom cabin is located at Elbow Lake Lodge offering a wide range of family-friendly amenities. You’ll have access to 800 feet of sandy beachfront, pedal boats, paddleboards, kayaks, on-site mini-golf, a playground, camp fire-pits, and a marina with boat rentals. The main lodge hosts the Fish Tales restaurant and bar, an ice cream counter, sauna, and a recreation lounge with a ping pong table, movie screen, board games and a fireplace. Guests also have access to Wi-Fi and a cable TV in the main lodge.
The Crescent Beach House - Cass Lake
This spacious seasonal two-bedroom cabin accommodates up to nine on Wolf Lake, set along one of northern Minnesota’s best beaches. You’ll have your own private dock located on the lake that also offers access to the Mississippi River and Cass Lake chain. There’s a fire pit that sits at the water’s edge, ideal for watching the sunset and then gazing up at a starry night’s sky. Enjoy activities like fishing and swimming or sunbathing on the sand with beach chairs and a cooler provided. The fully stocked kitchen comes with basic seasonings and everything you need to make your own meals. Wi-Fi and TV are both included.
Cozy and Peaceful Little Pine River Retreat - Crosslake
This adorable cabin in the woods sits along Little Pine River just a short drive from town and includes two single kayaks and several tubes for taking advantage of the water. There’s a deck, two screened-in porches and a fire pit that all offer the chance to relax with the views and sounds of the river while keeping an eye out for wildlife. It sleeps up to 12 in two bedrooms, with additional beds in the living room and one of the screened-porch rooms. There’s a fully equipped kitchen that includes a coffee bar with some coffee, an assortment of teas, and hot chocolate during the cooler seasons. A charcoal grill and a propane grill are available too.
Nordkapp Chalet Cabin on Lake Superior - Tofte
This two-bedroom cabin is a traditional cedar paneled north woods chalet located at the edge of Lake Superior with a private viewing deck for sipping your morning coffee or evening wine while watching for passing ships and listening to the waves crash against the cliffs below. Enjoy skiing, hiking, mountain biking or golfing nearby and then come back and relax in the sauna before enjoying the warmth of the woodstove. There are many dining options and a long list of other attractions within a short drive too.
