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The Light Lake House located in the North Woods

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TV, fireplace, DVD player, table tennis
Interior
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Bathtub, towels, soap, shampoo

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8288 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Light Lake House located in the North Woods

Snuggled on the shore of Caribou lake, this home is surrounded by water on two sides with over 500 ft. of lakeshore. The house combines stunning Scandinavian design with cozy touches to make you feel at home in the woods. The property features a detached sauna house, dock, canoe, kayak, deck, screen porch, and a long sweeping driveway. Located in Lutsen, MN- a short drive from the ski hill and 20 minutes from Grand Marais. The house has heated floors, vaulted ceilings, and sweeping window views from all sides.

This home has comfortable beds and three walk-in showers. It features natural stone, and North woods art from local artists, along with soaring hand-finished columns of cedar, fir, and pine that make the house feel like part of the forest. The floor to ceiling windows (over 75 in all) bring the outside in and showcase the natural beauty of the North Shore. We share the spot with a playful fox, a pair of loons, and other wonderful species of native wildlife. In the summer, the property is scattered with wildflowers and lupine as well as raspberries, blueberries, and thimble berries. We are located on a bend in the lake: paddle left to tour the quiet bay, cattails, and a beaver dam; right will take you out to the largest portions of Caribou lake. A perfect escape for a weekend away or a special occasion.

Lutsen has been our paradise our whole lives. We are so excited to share it with you!

Property manager

Ann

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table tennis
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • Music library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Sledding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3100 sq ft (288 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Light filled Lake House Nestled in the North Woods
Light-filled Lake House Nestled in the North Woods Lutsen

About the neighborhood

Map
Lutsen, MN

What's nearby

  • Caribou Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Cascade River State Park - 11 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Superior National Golf Course - 13 min drive - 11.8 km
  • North Shore Winery - 13 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Lutsen Mountains - 18 min drive - 14.0 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 125 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moguls Grille & Tap Room - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Fika Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Papa Charlie's Saloon & Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Lutsen Scandinavian Lakeside Dining Room - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Moguls Ice Bar - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Light Lake House located in the North Woods pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at The Light Lake House located in the North Woods?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Light Lake House located in the North Woods?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Light Lake House located in the North Woods located?

Situated on a lake, this vacation home is steps from Superior National Forest and Caribou Lake. Christine Lake and Lake Superior are also within 6 mi (10 km).

The Light Lake House located in the North Woods Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 60 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

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Clean and Beautiful
Home was super clean and beautiful. We greatly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

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sendoff party
Wonderful location with modern touches. We fished hiked and enjoyed the outdoors
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee Anne L.

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Loved the light filled cottage !
Our family could not have found a more lovely, peaceful lake home to spend time together . From the moment we walked in we were blown away by the beautiful, clean, sunny spaces filled with so much attention to detail. We had everything we needed and more to cook our meals together, sauna daily , play games, enjoy the trees and lake views , canoe , swim, sauna and simply be together in our favorite Lutsen area of the Northshore. It was so convenient to our visit to Grand Marais, local winery and bike path for runs. The screen porch was a hit with our grandchild and each night we read books out there together . Cheryl & Ann were amazing with communication and so kind . We so appreciate them sharing their home with us. We will be back! David, Lee Anne & family
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristine F., Woodbury

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Another wonderful stay
We love staying at the Ann’s cabin. Very peaceful and beautiful. Kitchen has everything you need. Very clean with great beds and linens. Special touch when arriving and having local products provided. Thanks for sharing your beautiful cabin. Kristine
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff R.

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Amazing location, beautiful house
Lovely property, the natural light is gorgeous in the home. Amazing amenities and appliances. Loved the sauna.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

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A Sling and A Ring
Lots of events took place this weekend while we stayed at the light lake house in Lutsen! My boyfriend and I got engaged, were able to celebrate as a family, share meals, plays games, etc! Come Saturday to go skiing, my fiancé ended up breaking his collarbone on a black diamond at Lutsen mountain. A trip for the books to say the least! We were happy with our stay at this property. It worked well for my family of eight plus four-legged friends. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan N.

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Beautiful House and Surroundings
House has lots of great amenities. Owners are friendly, available, and easy to contact. Great location and experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh J.

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Amazing House
Light Filled House is amazing! Beautiful property and house. Gracious hosts! Thank you for an splendid weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria R.

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Light-filled lake house
We had a great time at the light-filled lake house. The weather was wonderful and we made great memories and definitely will be back. The hosts were very responsive before and due our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy L., Eden Prairie

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property!
This is our second stay in this beautiful home. We hope to continue our annual winter visit for family relaxation, snowshoeing on Caribou Lake, and skiing at Lutsen Mountain.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

George S.

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Great fun for everyone! An absolute must stay!
This property is the cleanest most stocked and fun packed VRBO I’ve ever seen! Ann and Cheryl have thought about everything! Our family had a ton to do outside the cabin and inside 13/10! Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie T.

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Beyond Expectations
This property is STUNNING. I could have stayed a month! Cleanliness was *impeccable*, amenities were amazing, coziness was off the charts! I would go back any time of the year. Kitchen is exceptionally stocked and super fun to cook in with the island, fireplace is in the center of the room adding ambiance to the whole place. The house is suitable for two families with a small ktichenette in the lower level. We had a blast playing ping pong too! 10 out of 10 stars!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Max B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome stay! Pictures don’t do it justice!
Super easy process. Ann was very responsive and helpful when power went out due to a tree falling on the power line.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Travis L., Minneapolis, MN USA

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Perfect northern Minnesota vacation
This was our third time staying at this property, and once again, it was perfect! Beautiful home in an idyllic setting. The home is spacious and updated. Kitchen is stocked with anything you could need. The sauna felt wonderful after coming back from snowshoeing. We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Whitney Z.

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Perfect home for a family get away!
Our family came to stay for a long weekend. We spent a couple days skiing together at Lutsen and this was a perfect place to stay. The home is beautiful, clean, cozy, and well appointed. The hosts are fabulous and gave us some great suggestions for what to do in the area. Highly suggest and can’t wait to go back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison S.

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Perfect for us
We loved our stay! Everything about the property is perfect and we very much appreciated their love for dogs and allowing them to also enjoy the property. Thank you so much, we hope to be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan N.

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Lovely Holiday Getaway
Excellent home with large, spacious areas. Sauna was great! Loved the theme and lake views, even if it was all snowed over. Very good communication with host and great instructions available for area.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy H.

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Wonderful getaway
Beautiful light filled home nestled into gorgeous surroundings.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mayra M.

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Family Getaway
This home was the perfect size for our family and pets. Such a cozy experience. The views were spectacular and te house itself was beautiful. Will definitely return in the summer!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robbie H., Chicago, Illinois United States

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North shore gem
Loved the property! The house was beautiful and full of light! The sunsets were amazing. Fika coffee was about 5 minutes away on 61. Having a great coffee shop in the middle of wilderness is hitting the jackpot when you’re from Chicago!! many attractions are located a short distance from the property. Only negative, the docks were pulled (we visited week of oct 23, so understandable) so fishing was a bit challenging, but we were able to figure it out! We enjoyed our stay and will look forward to visiting again. Thanks again for the wonderful experience!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

James R.

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Great place for a family get together
We enjoyed our family gathering at this location. Lots of space and a well equipped kitchen!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

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Beautiful home and Amazing Hosts!
We enjoyed our stay in this beautiful home. It was the perfect space four our girlfriend getaway providing space to be all together but also spread out throughout the house and on the lakefront property. The bedrooms give you a sense that you are almost sleeping in the forest because of the large windows. The bathrooms were also a major highlight with our group. Anne and Cheryl are amazing hosts providing information about the home and suggestions about what to do in the area. We would highly recommend this home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

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Slice of Heaven
Lovely light filled home with tremendous views AND water access. Dad loved walking out to the dock countless times during the day to cast a line. We paddled and enjoy the scenery, had great access to SHT spur trail with amazing views and enjoyed so many wonderful activities right from the home base of this cabin. So much to do! The stars are bright and the cabin is fully equipped - sauna, bonfire pit and attention to detail to help keep furry friends happy too. Thank you fo the dog towels and outdoor bowls! I truly ant say enough great things about this wonderful space. Thank you for sharing it with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Masha Y.

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Beautiful and Peaceful House!
This light-filled cabin was even better than I could have imagined. It is GORGEOUS and has everything that you could possibly want in a property. Everything was sparkling clean. The beds were very comfortable. The woods and lake were peaceful and beautiful. It has table tennis, which kept everyone busy indoors, and a sauna for chilly days. There was great communication from the property manager, who made the entire process feel very easy. Bonus - there is a charger for your electric vehicle!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and great house
I rarely give reviews but this is a great place and Ann is such a good host, so I almost feel guilty if not leave a good remarks for others to see...
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022