Minnesota's Best Cabin Rentals
Whether you’re looking for a luxury escape along a lake or a rustic vacation rental deep within the woods, Minnesota is one of the best states for booking unforgettable cabin getaways. Here are some of our favorites.
Borderland Lodge
Grand Marais
Located off the Gunflint Trail, Borderland Lodge offers cabins ranging from two to four bedrooms, as well as lodge rooms with balconies overlooking Gunflint Lake. A great home base for fishing or canoe trips, the lodge also provides complimentary canoes and kayaks. The onsite dining room features a seasonal menu that includes freshly rolled pasta.
Cabin au Nord
Pequot Lakes
Pequot Lakes and the Nisswa area are fun to explore in any season, with great restaurants, shopping, and outdoor activities. Cabin au Nord offers a quiet escape on 7.5 acres of solitude while still being close to the action. This Scandinavian-style cabin features expansive windows for stargazing at night and includes all the modern amenities you’ll need.
Ely Log Cabin
Ely
Ely Log Cabin is an off-grid, solar-powered retreat set on 40 acres of wilderness. Hike, stargaze, cozy up by the fire, and cook a great meal in the kitchen during your stay. Ely is home to many adventures for outdoor enthusiasts, and this cabin lets guests experience eco-conscious living firsthand.
Illgen Falls Cabin
Silver Bay
Tettegouche State Park has a handful of cabins to rent, from hike-in only cabins to the most prized cabin of all, Illgen Falls Cabin. It overlooks Illgen falls and sits along the Baptism River. The views can’t be beat here and the cabin itself sleeps up to six people with a kitchen and bathroom. Bring your own linens and explore one of the most beautiful state parks in Minnesota.
Ironton Island
Ironton
Ironton Island offers a variety of cabins in the heart of Cuyuna Country, known for its mountain biking trails and mine lakes. Choose from tiny A-frame cabins or two-bedroom cabins like the Dragonfly. The two-bedroom cabins feature a kitchen, living room, bathroom, wood stove, and balcony overlooking 20+ acres of pines, wetlands, and islands. The tiny A-frames provide a place to sleep and include camping supplies, a patio, hammock, and access to a shared bathroom with outdoor showers.
Lake Ozawindib Cabin
Lake Itasca
Itasca State Park is home to the headwaters of the Mississippi and many historic cabins, making it unique among Minnesota state parks. Lake Ozawindib Cabin was built in the early 1930s and originally served as a forestry patrol cabin. Today it’s one of the more secluded cabin options at Itasca, offering beautiful views of the lake. The cabin has the basics, but no indoor plumbing, making it a true rustic getaway.
The Minne Stuga
Grand Marais
The Minne Stuga is tucked in the woods near Grand Marais on Devil Track Lake. The cabin sleeps up to eight people and was built and outfitted with the help of many local Minnesota companies. Enjoy modern amenities with the feel of a classic Northwoods retreat — every detail has been thoughtfully designed. Sip coffee from one of the three balconies, and in summer explore the lake with a canoe and paddleboards.
Oda Hus
Hackensack
Oda Hus sits in the middle of a forest of towering Norwegian pines. The cabin features a barrel sauna and floor-to-ceiling windows that frame the fantastic view. Located on a peninsula on Barrow Lake in Hackensack, guests can swim off the dock or explore the water with the provided kayaks. This modern retreat offers all the comforts of home while providing the feeling of seclusion in nature.
Sturgeon Island A-Frame
Sturgeon Lake
This A-frame cabin is located on Sturgeon Island, next to Sturgeon Lake — just 50 minutes south of Duluth. The island is accessible by bridge, making it convenient to drive to. Enjoy 400 feet of shoreline and explore the lake with the provided paddleboard and kayaks. The cabin itself is rustic yet modern, with a deck overlooking the lake that’s perfect for fishing.
White Eagle Resort
Cook
White Eagle is a family-owned resort on Lake Vermilion, near the town of Cook. The property offers a variety of cabins that sleep different group sizes. Guests can enjoy a beach with water toys, a game room, guided fishing, boat rentals, fire pits, a playground, sauna, and more. There are also three off-resort cabins, including one on an island for a unique, secluded getaway.
No matter the style or type of cabin getaway you’re looking for, White Eagle Resort has an option for you.
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