Off grid yurt in birding area, access to state rec trail and Whiteface river | Cabin in Meadowlands

10.0 (63 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   1 Bedroom  1 Bathroom  4 Guests
St. Louis County Cabin | Off grid yurt in birding area, access to state rec trail and Whiteface river

1 Bedroom Cabin in St. Louis County, Meadowlands

Off-Grid Yurt in Sax-Zim Bog
Year-Round Northern Minnesota Retreat
Located in the heart of the Sax-Zim Bog birding area, our off-grid yurt offers a unique and functional base for outdoor recreation in every season.
Ideal for birders, hikers, paddlers, and winter sports enthusiasts.
Open-layout yurt, sleeps 4
Room divider for partial privacy
Dining table with seating for 4
Wood stove and propane heater
Outdoor cooking only: BBQ grill, range/oven, and bonfire pit
Basic kitchen supplies included
Refrigerator, linens, towels, potable and wash water provided
Heated outhouse (note: no shower available in winter)
Adjacent to year-round state recreation trail (hiking, skiing, ATV, snowmobile)
River access for fishing, canoeing, and kayaking via main property
Located 6 miles from the Sax-Zim Bog Visitor Center, 40 minutes of Duluth, Grand Rapids, and Iron Range towns; 1.5 hours from Ely and the Boundary Waters
Parking at primary property (2-minute walk to yurt)
Wagon and sled available for gear transport
Trail conditions vary by season (mud in spring/summer, ice in winter)
Guests should anticipate natural wildlife sounds and occasional trail or road noise
State trail can be active on weekends
Well-behaved children and pets are welcome.
Guests must inform hosts in advance if bringing pets
Failure to do so will result in a fee
Children and pets must not be left alone in the yurt.
This stay is best suited for 4 nights.
Longer stays are welcome, but details should be worked out with host prior to booking.
We are available for all questions before and during your stay!

Off grid yurt in birding area, access to state rec trail and Whiteface river is located in St. Louis County. Off grid yurt in birding area, access to state rec trail and Whiteface river provides accommodation, featuring Kitchen, Laundry, Parking, among other amenities. This Cabin features Kitchen, Laundry, Parking, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Off grid yurt in birding area, access to state rec trail and Whiteface river has 1 Bedroom , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 4 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cabin because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cabin, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cabin has a friendly neighborhood, and the St. Louis County has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cabin in St. Louis County, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Parking
Pet Friendly
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 1 bedroom
  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove
Kitchen
  • Water dispenser
  • Refrigerator
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker
Laundry
  • Near laundromat
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Boat on site
  • Power boating nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
Entertainment
  • Games
  • Books
General
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 452 sq ft (42 sq m)
  • Energy-saving switches
  • English
  • In a rural location
  • On the river
Guest Services
  • Iron/ironing board
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Gas grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio
Security/Safety
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Skiing
  • Close to skiing

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed;please contact host ahead of time for approval
Pet Policy
1 total pets note from host: you must let host know if you bring your pet! pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs and cats only
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property note from host: please contact host ahead of time for approval onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Jun 16, 2025 08:38:06 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Absolutely amazing!!! 10 star hostess and everything you could possibly want and need. Cozy and clean and such a fun experience! We will be returning in october HIGHLY recommended!!!
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