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Duluth Area Private Retreat

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Interior
Bar (on property)
Outdoor spa tub
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10316 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

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

Duluth Area Private Retreat

This stunning property offers no visible neighbors, a trout stream in the back yard, and a hot tub to enjoy sunsets and panoramic views of the great Northwoods, but still only 20 minutes from the Duluth area. This home was newly built in the past few years and offers all the amenities that a family or two needs to relax. Nestled in the pines on over 100 acers, there are plenty of year-round activities to keep you here for your entire stay. Catch brook trout in the back yard, take a walk on the trails, or simply unwind in the hot tub while you watch the landscapes and wildlife of northern Minnesota. For families with children there is a large swing set and playground right in the backyard, a library in the kids loft, a stocked toy box, and a tent in their own space to add some whimsy to their stay.

Our home offers 5 bedrooms, with 6 separate beds (1 King, 3 queens, 2 twins), which very comfortably sleeps 6-10 people. There is something for everyone here and plenty of space for single or multiple families, with a large kitchen and two sperate living rooms. The lower-level living room and bar area has enough seating for everyone and feature a full-size air hockey table. The sliding glass door opens up to the rear patio where the hot tub is located.
On the main level you can get cozy with a fire in the free-standing wood stove, or grill up and serve dinner on the large, attached deck which walks out directly off the dining room and kitchen. Both decks on the home overlook the trout stream.

The master suite features include a private balcony, private bathroom with custom shower, dresser and walk in closet. The main level is meant to feel like a rustic but modern cottage blending reclaimed wood railings and furniture with modern amenities. While the lower level of the house is meant to feel like a northern Minnesota lodge with log furniture and rustic blue pine finishes.

Both family rooms are equipped with big screen TV's and Satellite television, with WiFi included in your stay throughout the whole house.
All 5 bedrooms feature blackout blinds and cozy bedding for those mornings that call for sleeping in.

The attached garage has and indoor and outdoor kennel where we do allow 1-2 well behaved dogs for your stay. Please contact us prior to booking for pet approval.

For horse owners who are looking for a place to stay and bring your own equestrian friends, we do have horse pastures adjacent to our home. If you chose this option with your stay we have a round pen, pasture shelter, water/electricity at the pasture, and miles of nearby riding trials. Please contact us if you're looking to book this option.

This retreat on Chalberg Creek puts you right at the gateway of the Northwoods and all that the Duluth area has to offer. We are confident that you will find peace and relaxation in this northern Minnesota home both on the inside and out.

Other Amenities Include
-Full Laundry Room
-Outdoor fire pit
-Driving Distance to Zim-Sax birding area
-Propane Grill
-Wild berry picking (in season)
-1 block from Cloquet River Public Access (Canoe and Kayak launch)
-Child personal flotation devices for young kids near the creek
-Centrally located for Duluth, Cloquet, and the Iron Range
- 4 separate outdoor living space (2 decks, front patio, and rear patio)
-Pack and Play
-High Chair

Property manager

Brandon and Laci

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Gym

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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
2 total pets

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Culver, MN

What's nearby

  • Miller Hill Mall - 27 min drive - 30.2 km
  • University of Minnesota Duluth - 31 min drive - 34.5 km
  • Spirit Mountain - 31 min drive - 36.6 km
  • Duluth Entertainment Convention Center - 34 min drive - 36.7 km
  • Aerial Lift Bridge - 35 min drive - 36.9 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Charmars - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Alborn Tavern - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Duluth Area Private Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Duluth Area Private Retreat ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Duluth Area Private Retreat ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Duluth Area Private Retreat located?

Set in Saginaw, this family-friendly vacation home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Little Grand Lake, Baby Grand Lake, and Saint Louis River. Brevator Town Hall is 11.2 mi (18 km) away.

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Duluth Area Private Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jenny T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Christmas

Absolute beautiful home with a lot of amenities. I reserved this place for our family Christmas and everyone loved it! Defiantly a 5 star property!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Great property just the right distance from the city. Host was great to work with totally happy with this place. Lots to do in the area allow yourself rnough time to explore.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Family Destination

All the property is well maintained and beautiful. It is so family friendly and was perfect for our families. Thanks for the memories!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Chalberg Creek Lodge

We all had a wonderful time at this special home. The property is beautiful and the house is amazing. Everything was clean, working well and the check out process was very easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Jackson vacation

Very private and beautifully built home. Close enough to drive to Duluth for dinner. Owners were very kind and returned text messages quickly.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and perfect

Our stay was great. The property was clean and as pictured. A family of deer kept us company, and we loved the hot tub! The host was easy to communicate with and helpful. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tadd J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Two Nights in Culver

Great place, very clean, nice property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hannah G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful home!!

We came for our family Christmas! We all had a wonderful time! I was very pleased that the Christmas decorations were still up! Great walking trails and very peaceful watching the light snow from the hot tub. Plenty of room for us all. Very well stocked and plenty of games. The beds were extra cozy with very soft bedding. Definitely would stay again! Thank you. Plenty of fun for every age!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family getaway

This property was PERFECT for me, my husband, our three kids, and my parents. We all had space for ourselves and places to be together. The air hockey table was the biggest hit, and we enjoyed the board games and hot tub. The entire property was gorgeous. Would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family gathering

Wonderful cabin. Very clean, well stocked and a perfect place to relax
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meredith A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Breath of fresh air

My family thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Beautiful, well-stocked home with everything we could need.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Perfect for a group

Perfect for a large group. Private, a lot of room, clean. Lists pet friendly, not unless you are willing to leave your dog in kennels in garage or outside. Our dogs are house dogs.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to be snowed in

We had an awesome stay at this property. We thankfully made it before a big snowstorm and then we were snowed in for a few days (by choice...they plowed the drive every day), and it was great! There was a lot of space to just hang out, and the outdoor space was fun to explore. We really enjoyed the sledding hill and the hot tub.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet retreat

There are plenty of trails to explore. The little creek is very relaxing to listen to and watch the fish. Off the beaten trail a bit so you have quiet and solitud.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracie H., North Dakota

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place.

Some of our group had never been to Duluth. The Fall leaves were beautiful and the property was very quiet and private. The house had everything we needed and the hot tub was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Anniversary with Family

We had a great time with our children’s families. We explored Duluth one day, however, our best time was had staying on the property spending time together from fishing at the nearby river, looking for agates on walks, to playing games.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abby R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

This property was amazing! Exactly what we were looking for. The house is beautiful and the trials were a great addition. Couldn’t recommend this place enough!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Getaway

The property was so beautiful and such a perfect spot for our group. Plenty of things to do with the hot tub, provided games, and a great kitchen for cooking any meal. Would absolutely stay here again. Brandon and Laci were both very responsive and answered any questions we had during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing weekend getaway

This property is perfect for large families! Everyone had their own space. We especially loved the hot tub and the fishing in the river and creek. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Duluth Trip

My family was amazed at the beauty of this house and yard. They enjoyed walking the backyard trails and exploring the creek just as much or more than their trip to Gooseberry Falls.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

40th birthday bash/girls weekend

This was our dream home away from home. The house was very clean and well stocked. We enjoyed the hot tub and the games. It was a rainy weekend so we spent time indoors singing karaoke and gaming. Will definitely come here again. Thanks Brandon and Laci for answering our questions and giving us ideas on things to do around the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ed S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Getaway

Our family attended a wedding in the area and chose this property based on the description. The property was exactly as described and more beautiful than the photos indicated. When we arrived there were two deer standing in the lawn and we watched a variety of wife life from the beautiful decks. This is a lovely, serene property with tons of amenities. We loved this home and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friend getaway

Such a beautiful property! Perfect for families with kids of all ages. Property managers were great and always there to answer questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenna D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful, Beautiful and even better than the pictures

This property was amazing. The land is gorgeous and so calm. We had a relaxing time off between visiting Duluth for a work event. Owner was very nice and accommodating. Thank you for your hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holli M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very comfortable & relaxing

Super happy with our stay here! Pulling in was very welcoming. Beautiful home. I even told my husband, “this is where we live now and I’m never leaving!” Already planning our next trip! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024