Artisan-crafted Magic on Lake Superior between Lutsen and Grand Marais
Nestled along the bank of Lake Superior's rugged coastline, right at the very end of Cascade Beach Road, WoodSong is situated at the edge of Cascade River State Park and almost exactly between Lutsen and Grand Marais — easy 10-minute drives in either direction. Completely rebuilt, this artisan-crafted cabin was spared no expense in its attention to detail. From the overall design to the hand-forged forged ironwork, painstaking care was given to every square inch. The result is something more akin to a crafted wood sculpture than a mere dwelling. A spacious main room is built around the granite-faced wood-burning fireplace with French doors that open directly out to the Big Lake. Each of its 2 bedrooms has its own, private spa-like bath, complete with deep soaking tub.
Outside, the charm is in full force … Not only is WoodSong's patio a stone's throw from Lake Superior's lapping waves, but it also has a lake-side covered porch. Repurposed from an original, historic North Shore fish house — one of the few that remain standing from that bygone era — time with coffee, wine, and friends is about as close to North Shore ecstasy as it gets! As idyllic as WoodSong is, the cabin itself is only the beginning …
WoodSong is situated in the heart of the most legendary and spectacular section of the entire North Shore. Hundreds of miles of Sawtooth Mountains trails (hiking in the summer, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling in the winter) are accessible right out the front door of the cabin. Cascade Lodge Restaurant & Pub is an easy 1/2-mile walk and features great food, drinks, and frequent live music. A trail leading to Cascade Falls is only 1 mile from WoodSong's door. And within a 30-minute drive, everything the North Shore is known for is accessible: world-class hiking, fishing, kayaking, biking trails, skiing, galleries, restaurants, NorthHouse Folk School, and a vibrant live music scene. After all, WoodSong sits in the heart of Cook County and Grand Marais, which was named by Travel & Leisure magazine as "America's Best Small Lake Town" in 2023!
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NorthLight Lodging is a family-operated, boutique hospitality operation consisting of an intimate selection of guest cabins along Lake Superior’s North Shore in northern Minnesota. Ranging in size from 1 to 4 bedrooms — and all sitting between the village of Lutsen and the charming harbor town of Grand Marais — NorthLight's properties are all situated to allow for convenient daily outings and adventures, but outfitted in ways that beckon to never leave the cabin! Each cabin has been curated with painstaking attention to detail. Our goal in designing, crafting, and appointing our cabins is to embody all the subtle enchantment of the North Shore region we so love. We aspire to offer incomparably welcoming spaces that foster inspiration, connection, and wonder for all who visit.
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Lutsen
Located in Lutsen, this cabin is on the beach. North House Folk School and Sivertson Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Grand Marais Golf 'n' Stuff and Alpine Slide. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and ice skating.
Superior National Golf Course - 15 min drive - 17.5 km
Lutsen Mountains - 16 min drive - 19.7 km
Getting around
Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 123 min drive
Restaurants
Cascade Lodge - 2 min drive
Cascade Restaurant & Pub - 2 min drive
The Pie Place - 8 min drive
The Jim In The North - 31 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Artisan-crafted Magic on Lake Superior between Lutsen and Grand Marais pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Artisan-crafted Magic on Lake Superior between Lutsen and Grand Marais?
As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Artisan-crafted Magic on Lake Superior between Lutsen and Grand Marais on 8 Aug 2026 start from AU$673, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Artisan-crafted Magic on Lake Superior between Lutsen and Grand Marais?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Artisan-crafted Magic on Lake Superior between Lutsen and Grand Marais?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Artisan-crafted Magic on Lake Superior between Lutsen and Grand Marais?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Artisan-crafted Magic on Lake Superior between Lutsen and Grand Marais located?
Nestled on the beach, this Lutsen cabin is steps away from Lake Superior, Superior National Forest and Cascade River State Park. Cacade River is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) away.
Reviews
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We've now visited the cabin 4x - we love it here. The house, the property, the fish house, proximity to Lutsen, Grand Marais and the Gunflint. This place is perfection.
Cozy and clean cabin with all the thoughtful little luxury details made our stay so special! Morning coffee in the fish house was our favorite part! We will be back!
This cabin ticks all the boxes for us to spend a week enjoying all the North Shore has to offer. The boat house is such a treat to enjoy a cup of coffee in the morning and the cabin is clean with comfortable beds and a cozy sitting area with a fireplace.
We have been staying on the shore for over 30 years at many different places. Woodsong is simply perfect. Lovely, tasteful, well appointed, convenient location, awesome owners. If you have up to 4 in your group, you can’t find a better place.
This cabin is simply lovely. It has been recently meticulously remodeled. The location is fantastic - super close to cascade river state park. And the fishhouse / porch by the lake - amazing! I can’t wait to go back.
This cabin could not be nicer. Well appointed, cozy, and right on the water. We enjoyed hiking, jigsaw puzzles, and a campfire on a perfect evening. Lovely!
Perfect space for our family and had all we needed. Location was great for a quick hike in the state park, but the best part was spending hours exploring rocks on the shore. The fish house was one of our favorite spots and it was so relaxing to listen to the waves wash on shore. It was hard to leave!
Our two week stay in Lutsen at this amazing property was absolutely wonderful. The accommodations were perfect—comfortable, spotless, and thoughtfully designed. The Lake Superior views from every single window were breathtaking, making it hard to decide which direction to look first! From sunrise to sunset, the scenery never disappointed.Even with a few rainy days everything about the property exceeded our expectations and made for a relaxing, memorable trip. I loved Plein air painting literally within feet of the property! Close to Grand Marais and so many other favorite locations. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Highly recommended—we can’t wait to return!
Really enjoyed our time - great cabin, good communication, beautiful views of Lake Superior, close to Grand Marais. Really loved the features of the house - only thing I'd change is the chairs around the dining room table :)!
Everything about our stay was perfect! Windsong provided all the comforts of home with the vacation feel! From the lakeside lounging in the historic fish house to the giant bathtubs for evening soaking…we loved it! Was perfectly located for our day trips to hike Pigeon River at The Grand Portage, to hike up Lutsen to take in the breathtaking fall views!
We left relaxed, renewed and revitalized!
Beautiful setting with all the amenities. Easy drive to hiking trails and Grand Marais.
Really enjoyed being right on Lake Superior and hearing the waves.
Great communication with the owner.
Highly recommend
Beautiful place on the North Shore, right on the water. Very quiet and peaceful! Great location between Grand Marais and Lutsen, near great hiking. Loved the deep tub and beautiful freshly picked lupines. Cozy fireplace and living room! Well cared for!
Jessica B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
About the host
Hosted by Rebecca Katzenmeier
With both of us native to Kansas, we made our first foray to the Northwoods in 1994, shortly after being newly married. Little did we know that that initial five-night paddling trip, launched from the end of the Gunflint Trail outside of Grand Marais, would lead to a lifetime of pursuing the Northwoods and everything it represents. We now own and operate a Tallgrass Prairie Preserve in the Flint Hills of Kansas, and we love the gentle beauty of the prairie — a sublime beauty that soaks slowly into your soul rather than a dramatic beauty that hits you upside the head.
We find the Northwoods to be similar in that regard. Whether the quiet lapping of waves against a rock shore, the distant haunting call of a loon, the silent rise of a full moon over Lake Superior, or the crackle of a wood fire on a frigid snowy night, we find the essence of the Northwoods invigorates our hearts and spirits like nowhere else. We can't think of anything more fulfilling than sharing our little piece of the North with guests in the hope that it will be as life-giving to them as it is to us. Welcome to WoodSong!
Why they chose this property
WoodSong is uniquely perched on the edge of one of the most stunning stretches of beach anywhere along the North Shore — with Lake Superior's waves literally lapping at its edge! It has captured our imaginations since the first time we stumbled upon it — and still does today!
What makes this property unique
More crafted wood sculpture than mere dwelling, from the overall design to the hand-forged ironwork, WoodSong was spared no expense in its attention to detail. In addition to this property, we have three other properties, Cedarwood Hollow (Vrbo #948867), Painted Rock (Vrbo #761264), and SweetWater Cottage (Vrbo #1770536) located nearby and can be combined together to allow multiple families or friend groups to stay close in close proximity.
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