Private 3+ acre executive retreat 4 "blocks" from Pokegama Lake & bike trailhead
Hillcrest is a private, spacious home in a quiet, safe neighborhood on a cul-de-sac, nestled high on a hill surrounded by wooded privacy. The vaulted ceilings, towering windows, hardwood floors, and massive granite kitchen island will make this space ideal for a large group, such as a corporate or family retreat, yet even a single family. You'll love the close proximity to the areas premier amenities including Tioga Beach on Pokegama Lake with a nice boat launch, pavilion picnic area and playground (4mn walk on a private trail, steps from the driveway). Tioga Mountain Bike Trailhead is also a 4mn bike ride from the driveway. There are 4 golf courses within a 20-minute drive. Grand Rapids' myriad amenities, and of course, over 1,000 lakes in the county make this a spectacular place to explore with your family and friends.
Inside this 4,500 square foot house, there is room for everyone and then some. The gathering spaces include a living room/dining room, kitchen, loft, and recreational room. The living room/dining room space includes an electric fireplace, puzzle table, a large Smart TV, a bar with wine glasses, and a movie theater popcorn machine (popcorn included!). The dining room table has leaves to seat 8+. The French doors lead outside to the stamped concrete entertainment area with patio furniture and a gas grill.
The kitchen has the largest refrigerator and island you've ever seen! The 20-foot vaulted ceilings and wall of windows make this a beautiful and inviting space. The gas stove, sinks, and fridge are surrounded by black maple custom cabinets. There are 5 taller chairs to belly-up to eat at the island and two standard-size padded dining chairs off to the side to enjoy your coffee or tea. There are two sinks, a separate pantry, and dishwasher. It's fully equipped with high-quality appliances, utensils, pots/pans, and dinnerware like a Kitchen Aid mixer, Instapot, 40-cup coffee pot, blender, 4-slice toaster, toaster oven, coffee pot, and more. The kitchen is also fully stocked with dishwasher detergent, paper towels, some coffee and tea to get you by (suggest bringing your own), a variety of spices, and some condiments.
The loft is a great place to look at the views of the surrounding area, relax in the large sectional, and enjoy the electric fireplace. This cozy space includes a large Smart TV, a small desk, kids’ games, and a variety of books.
The attached garage was turned into a Rec Room great for teens or young adults who want to let loose playing foosball or games at the card table. The room has a second fridge/freezer and an oversize chair with an ottoman. One of the two garage doors has a remote-control screen that can be put down allowing fresh air in (either day or night) while keeping the mosquitoes out! In this room you will find outdoor games, balls, ~6 nylon lawn chairs, bocce ball, small cornhole boards, and beach toys. As an extra bonus, there are two solid twin-size bunk beds for 4 extra sleeping spaces.
The front yard gradually leads you to the large fire pit and makes for breath-taking star gazing. The massive driveway allows many cars, boats, snowmobiles, you name it to comfortably park. There is plenty of grass space for an RV and trails to play and explore around the property.
Added amenities include a Sonos speaker system with speakers installed throughout the house – listen to music in all rooms or one room but not another, jog stroller, high-chair, pack and play, dog toys, a cupboard full of board games and puzzles (in the kitchen island across from the windows), baby gate, beach towels, kids’ life jackets, and an adult-size electric bike that can be rented separately (contact host for more details).
Things to consider: The driveway is relatively steep. The main living area requires climbing up a large staircase from the front door. Bringing slippers or indoor shoes is suggested.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Leave used beds unmade
Clean the grill, if used, and ensure the propane tank is off.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Do not throw anything, other than toilet paper, into the toilets.
If the grill is used, always turn off the gas immediately after use. Please clean it and cover it before check-out
Do NOT strip the sheets from a used bed - leave a used bed unmade and the cleaners will strip, wash, and remake the beds.
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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Cohasset
Located in Cohasset, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Forest History Center and Old Central School are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mississippi River and Bass Brook Wildlife Management Area. Travelling with kids? Consider The Myles Reif Center Performing Arts Center and Judy Garland Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Bass Brook Wildlife Management Area - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
Getting around
Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 92 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 11 min drive
Casey's General Store - 6 min drive
Florio's Grill and Tavern - 6 min drive
Burger King - 9 min drive
Taco Bell - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Private 3+ acre executive retreat 4 "blocks" from Pokegama Lake & bike trailhead pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Private 3+ acre executive retreat 4 "blocks" from Pokegama Lake & bike trailhead?
As of 26 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private 3+ acre executive retreat 4 "blocks" from Pokegama Lake & bike trailhead on 21 June 2026 start from AU$504, 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 Private 3+ acre executive retreat 4 "blocks" from Pokegama Lake & bike trailhead?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Private 3+ acre executive retreat 4 "blocks" from Pokegama Lake & bike trailhead?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Private 3+ acre executive retreat 4 "blocks" from Pokegama Lake & bike trailhead?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Private 3+ acre executive retreat 4 "blocks" from Pokegama Lake & bike trailhead located?
This family-friendly Cohasset holiday home is located on the beach, within 1 mi (2 km) of Tioga Beach and Picnic Area and Bass Brook Wildlife Management Area. Tioga Pit Beach and Pokegama Lake are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Beautiful home with very accommodating hosts! Eric and Brenna are very responsive and have great instructions for check in and out process. We will definitely be back!
Beautiful property with easy access to the lake and to town. It was absolutely perfect for what we needed. Everything was super easy, from booking, communication with the owners and checking in/out. Would highly recommend for your visit up North.
Lovely house! We enjoyed our week with family and friends! The house was perfect and definitely big enough for all 14 of us. Would definitely recommend!
Such a nice place. Wish we had known that the main floor was not on the entrance level though. Made for a bit of carrying with the amount of food we had brought. Otherwise we were very happy with the accommodations.
Great setting for our family! Lots of space for our family of 12 for games, relaxing and being together. Also wonderful sleep arrangements. Owners responded quickly to any questions. Highly recommended. FIVE STARS! We have already booked our next visit to this house!
We loved the area; it was breathtaking and peaceful! The house was perfect for our extended family! We had so much fun with all the games and had plenty of movie nights! It was the best family vacation. The communication with the owner was absolutely fantastic! We will be back!!!
Rachael L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 June 2025
Thanks for the great review, Rachael. Hope to see you up again soon…
House was great for a large group of friends. The only negative of the location for us was that we needed to haul our ATVs to the trails. But if you are not there for that purpose This house is absolutely amazing! And the communication before & during with the hosts was exceptional! Highly recommend! Note: there are a lot of steps up to main area.
This house was perfect for our friends getaway weekend. We used this house for 3 households to come together and be able to getaway for a few days. We have children in the group ranging infant to 9 years of age and from the kids to the adults, the house met all our needs. There was plenty of space to come together or spread out as we needed. All of the amenities were comfortable and it was very clean. We would definitely stay here again.
This home exceeded our expectations! We had every age group with us, from infants, toddlers, kids, teens, adults, and elderly. There was truly something for everyone! The biking trails nearby were awesome and having the lake just a short walk away was a huge plus. Eric and Brenna are very helpful and were quick to respond to any questions we had. We would definitely stay here again if we are back in the area. We loved the huge kitchen island, plenty of space for everyone to hang out and play games, lots of provided games and amenities. Thanks for a wonderful stay!
The house is large and comfortable. Fabulous kitchen with huge island. Kitchen furnished very nicely. Loft was very cozy & comfortable. Nice sized bedrooms & bathrooms. Master suite is huge. Great whole house sound system. House location made for easy access with minimal traffic. Not on water, but very short walk to nice beach/recreation area. Host communicated very well. Would definitely stay here again.
Russell R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2025
So glad you enjoyed your stay, Russell! Thanks for taking such great care of the house, and we look forward to having you again soon…
We are Repeat renters here--
AND BECAUSE ITS Awesome !!
location, size, great communication with Owner, Beautiful well taken care of property...
We WILL rent again !
I had a reunion for all of our family. So we needed a place that is isolated for outdoor activities, large enough for 10+ adults, and close enough to accommodate golfing, fishing, and other fun things. This place was extremely quiet, property was so surrounded by trees so we didn't have to worry about noise. Will definitely rent again if we ever need to be back in that area!
Our stay included 9 adults and 2 children and the house provided plenty of space both inside and out. We spent many hours around the bonfire pit and easily enjoyed cooking and eating meals together in the large kitchen. It was a short walk, less than 10 minutes, to the beach which included access to a trail and a playground. The house was well equipped and the host, Eric, was very helpful.
Very spacious house. Huge fridge. Loved the privacy and the easy accessibility to the public beach. Eric graciously supplied us with a few extras - garden hose, extension cords and even a toddler wagon. Perfect place for a large family
Our Stay at Hillcrest was fabulous. A large home with everything you need to have a party. Best equipped Kitchen I have ever had in a Vrbo rental. The owner of the property is a wonderful guy. I would recommend this property over everything in the whole area. Location is fabulous everything is within a 7 mile radius. Thank you for everything Eric. You have a wonderful property.
Our large group enjoyed being able to spread out in the spacious house. My daughter arrived before me and txt to the group “this place is massive!” She wasn’t wrong! Had every thing we could imagine we needed. If there was an issue Eric was quick to respond. Would definitely stay again. Thanks for a great home base for our family!!
My wife, Tiffany and I were very impressed with this home. Huge, spacious. We brought our two cats, which is sometimes tough to find a place. But Eric was a great host. It snowed in April here, but we loved the peacefulness, watching tv and relaxing. Will rent here again, if given the chance, for sure. 5 stars easy. The shower, bedrooms, sound system...awesome!!
darren o.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Apr 2023
Can't wait for Tiffany and Darren to stay again.....great communication, followed house rules to a T, and could hardly tell that anyone stayed here at all. If I knew that all of my guests would be like this, I'd already be searching for my next rental investment!
This home is very large and absolutely beautiful. It was perfect for our large group which consisted of 4 families. The bunk room downstairs was a great option for the kids. The master suite is amazing.
Communication with the host was easy, and check in was simple. The house was very clean and had the most beautiful, well-stocked kitchen. We enjoyed the huge fire pit and the close proximity to the park and beach. The kids loved the driveway loop for riding their bikes.
We had a wonderful time and we were very happy to have this beautiful property as our home base. Would absolutely recommend!
End of August stay. Home is big with ample room for multi-family; very clean and well-stocked. We tried to figure out the sound system ( didn't really want to purchase or cancel apps) but didn't- not a big deal. Would have been nice to be able to park our ride in a garage. Trail is at end of road. One nice day trip is the Joyce estate in Chippewa National Forrest- hiking and history- good find.
Trevor Y.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2023
So sorry you were unable to connect to our Sonos system, Trevor….it is one of the best features of the home. There should have been instructions on downloading the app in the check-in instructions I sent, as well as the book in the kitchen.
Spacious enough for a group of 5 to spend quiet time.
The kitchen island made a great dining table, the table by the bar was to far from the kitchen.
Loft was great space but the furniture was horrible (to soft). Night sky is beautiful out the kitchen windows.
AC was perfect and consistent thru out. If you bring a dog make sure it is on a leash, people in the area do not use leashes. Also for bears at night.
We had a great 5 days and check out Judy Garlands house with Children's Museum.
Susan S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
About the host
Hosted by Eric J Gunderson
Spending the last 25 years in big cities like Denver and Minneapolis was enough to drive me to relocate to a place with more room to move, bountiful wildlife, an overall more laid-back lifestyle. Not to mention we have a wonderful family in this beautiful town.
Why they chose this property
Location, location, location....located minutes from the Tioga Recreation Area, Hillcrest Haven provides easy access to all of the premier amenities located in a county with over 1,000 pristine lakes. Additionally, the house is close to town, yet provides a level of privacy that allows you to truly "get away". The area also provides a burgeoning dining and entertainment scene, 3 golf courses within 12 miles, and myriad activities that will surely provide something for everyone.
What makes this property unique
Of the guests we have had so far, EVERYONE has listed the kitchen as their favorite room in the house. With a grand granite island, towering 20' vaulted ceiling and wall of windows, and enhanced by a top of the line Sonos sound system positioned throughout, this space provides the ultimate gathering space for large groups or families.