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Beautiful Secluded Lake Front Retreat | 100 yr old Log Lodge | Dog-Kid Friendly

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Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 15260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Duluth, MN
  • Place, University of Minnesota Duluth
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Place, Aerial Lift Bridge
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Place, Miller Hill Mall
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Airport, Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

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About the area

Duluth

With a stay at this vacation home in Duluth, you'll be on the waterfront, and 19.8 mi (31.9 km) from Lake Superior and 24.8 mi (40 km) from Miller Hill Mall. .This family-friendly vacation home is 10.4 mi (16.7 km) from Lester River and 14.8 mi (23.8 km) from Lakewood Town Hall.
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What's nearby

  • University of Minnesota Duluth - 45 min drive - 40.7 km
  • Duluth Entertainment Convention Center - 49 min drive - 46.0 km
  • Aerial Lift Bridge - 50 min drive - 46.0 km
  • Bayfront Festival Park - 50 min drive - 46.4 km
  • Miller Hill Mall - 54 min drive - 47.9 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boondocks Saloon And Grill - ‬40 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

LAKE FRONT Beautiful Secluded Log Lodge • Dog-Kid Friendly • Sauna • Views

Welcome to Briar Lake Lodge, a charming rustic log cabin built in 1923, nestled on a serene and secluded trout lake. Located about 30 minutes from downtown Duluth, the lodge offers a variety of activities year-round, both on-site and nearby. Enjoy fishing, swimming, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, four-wheeling, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling. Please note that large gatherings require prior approval.

Accommodating up to 16 guests, the lodge features a master king bedroom, two main floor bedrooms with queen beds, two loft bedrooms with 2 queen beds in each, and a hide-a-bed couch. At the heart of the lodge is a spacious grand living room with a stunning stone fireplace.

For warmer days, air conditioning is available in the lofts. Guests can take advantage of the dock, which comes equipped with kayaks and stand-up paddleboards for exploring the lake.
Additionally, a large patio and fire pit are perfect for family barbecues.

This property embodies the essence of a Northwoods Lake Cabin getaway. It is one of our favorite places to be, and we hope it becomes one of yours too!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a sauna or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

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

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: No Cats!

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 50
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

The Lodge at Briar Lake
Secluded tradition lake cabin on 7 acres.

LAKE FRONT Beautiful Secluded Log Lodge • Dog-Kid Friendly • Sauna • Views Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 116 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 116 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 116 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nyla H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The most beautiful cabin filled with every amenity you need for a secluded stay with loved ones in a beautiful place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

linus s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good stuff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian F., Minneapolis

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a beautiful property with lots of character, space for large groups and very comfortable accommodations. Melissa does an excellent job of comminating throughout our stay and we would love to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

KaYing V.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cabin was amazing. Our family had a great time there. Will definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A large, authentic log cabin with plenty of room and comfortable beds. We especially loved the front dining room with windows looking outover the lake and the patio/firepit.Briar Lake is a small, shallow lake with weeds and moderate clarity, so it wasn't ideal for swimming, but the kids and grandkids enjoyed the paddleboards....and the sauna was a nice feature.Great communication and very easy check-in and check-out. Very nice to have a washer/dryer and dishwasher.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Annual Family Vacation

Our family of 4 generations, ages 1 to 83, had a wonderful time at this beautiful cabin on the lake. It was so peaceful and had all the comforts of home. We will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mai Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean

Feels like I was at my own home. Had everything we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Calvin C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bachlor Party

Had a blast. The sauna shower was a major highlight!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing time at the lake

This large log cabin was a very fun spot to stay. The cabin construction was amazing to examine. The large enclosed front porch has a beautiful view of the lake with loons and osprey. There are nice outdoor spaces too, for games and relaxing. Close enough to Duluth to do a few city things too. Clean and cozy. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful cabin on a lake

Very beautiful cabin on the lake, very clean. Wish we had spent more time here but could only stay one night
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Elegant & cozy!

Easy check in, was good to know there would be no cell service in advance so we could plan for that. Lots of extra amenities provided (single use toothbrushes, combs, etc.) Decor was gorgeous and luxurious, the perfect blend of rustic and elevated. The well water definitely had a distinct color and fragrance—I’d personally recommend bringing plenty of bottled water. Photos of the rooms or the view don’t do it justice, nearly every room overlooks a new angle of the lake glittering between the trees. Would recommend to anyone who needs a place on the north shore that sleeps quite a few people!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful cabin

This was a perfect place for a group of friends to meet for a girls weekend. The cabin was lovely with a good location and very cozy in the deep winter.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robben S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great winter getaway

Perfect for a group of friends with kids. The large fireplace was a big draw for us and it did not disappoint (though be sure to bring plenty of firewood to keep the flame going). We enjoyed playing in the snow with the kids out on the frozen lake and even found some nice Superior Hiking Trail hikes nearby, which were wonderful in the snow. Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Visitacion A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice rustic beach house

I booked this place because i had family coming over from other state that wants to experience winter here in cold Minnesota. They were very pleased with the place. They wanted to experience walking on a frozen lake and they got to experience that. The lodge has a good space for everyone. The only thing negative was that the loft/attic room was very cold because we did not use the portable heater that was provided.. Otherwise we enjoyed our stay in this place and we would like to see it again in the summer.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Britta F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful cabin, beautiful location.

A beautiful cabin in an incredibly beautiful location. The house was spacious, the beds were comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed. We loved all of the reading spots throughout the house and the seating area around the bonfire pit was great! Unfortunately the burner on the grill was rotted out and grill didn’t have enough propane for a single use. Also, the sauna only got up to 120 degrees after taking about 2 hours to heat up, which was a bummer, as we were really looking forward to using it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brianna L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place!

This property was exactly what we were looking for. We had a great time! Beautiful cabin with beautiful views!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Friendcation

With four family and 4 little ones 0-3yo. It was the perfect size for our group. We enjoyed the long dinner table inside and long picnic table outside the comfortably fit all 12 of us. The location was quite and the yards was perfect for the toddler to run around in. The main room was perfect a spot for all the adult to sit and the kids to play with toys. We enjoyed the feature of the doors locking in the main room to help keep the crawlers in one location. It was very infant friendly in the aspect of no stairs, just ladders to the lofts. We had a wonderful time it will definitely be a core memory for our friend group.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to disconnect

The lodge was a great place to disconnect from the hustle and loudness of life around us. While the wifi works well, it was nice to not be constantly looking at emails or taking phone calls, the ability to disconnect was great. Fishing at Briar Lake was slow but enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Getaway

Beautiful property !! Beautiful views !! Wonderful family time together !! Very relaxing atmosphere !!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bretton L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful space to stay

My family enjoyed our stay! The place was exactly what we had hoped.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful stay in the North Woods

A very gorgeous property and cabin, well situated for larger groups with great views of the lake, a large dining area and plenty of outdoor seating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family getaway

Wonderful weekend with my kids and their families. Kayaks and paddle boards were a hit. Loved the dining area… played games, had our meals and loved having morning coffee over looking the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding Reception/Family Weekend

This place was awesome! Beautiful & perfect for our small casual wedding reception & family stay! The only thing I could recommend to the owners is to provide some hand lotion in the bathroom & kitchens. We did use the oven to warm up some food & found an issue due to someone leaving a broiler pan full of grease in the bottom causing a smoke issue but were able to resolve it with removing the pan & using fans & and windows to clear the smoke. We did clean the pan & the dirty dishes that were left in the dishwasher. Other than that everything went very smoothly & we would not hesitate to stay here again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Shmeng L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great getaway

Great place to get away from the city. The cabin is beautiful and spacious. We spent 80% of the time outside because it was so well kept that the fireplace was perfect and a great little field for corn hole. My group had a great time relaxing and having actual conversations instead of just looking at a screen.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024