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Cottage on Pequaywan

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Exterior
Relax by the fire after a day of snowmobiling, skiing or fishing
Property grounds
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 683.6 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Duluth, MN
  • University of Minnesota Duluth
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Aerial Lift Bridge
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Miller Hill Mall
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Cottage on Pequaywan

Beautiful Lake Cabin on private Smith/Little Pequaywan Lake on a 4-acre mostly wooded lot with old growth pines and plenty of parking.
100% remodeled 2 bedroom/1 bath cabin that sleeps 6. Everything in our 900+ square foot cabin is brand new and ready for your enjoyment.
The floor plan is a completely open concept with a fully equipped kitchen with island and peninsula overlooking the lake.
Included with cabin rental are kayaks/canoe/paddle boats ~ all the toys you need to enjoy the lake. The beach area is mostly sand/gravel bottom and very clean, perfect for the kids or that morning swim to start your day. Life jackets available from toddlers to adults.
We also have an 18’ pontoon boat with 4-stroke motor available on a limited basis and is $250 per day or $1000 per week – gas included. Smith and Little Pequaywan Lake are both private lakes so we cannot allow any launching of boats. Fishing is very good from the dock for panfish, bass, perch, and Northern pike. Because of the clarity of the lakes, walleyes are usually best caught at low light or on overcast days. The submerged islands are usually a good bet. Fishing gear is available free of charge for all skill levels. If needed, just let us know in advance what you need. If trout fishing is your thing, there are a few local trout lakes that are great fishing, just ask your host for locations and fishing tips.
Finish your day with a peaceful evening around the fire ring. Listen to calling loons while watching the sunset over the lake to the West. There's nothing better!
Your secluded lake life hideaway is just 30 minutes away from Two Harbors and access to Scenic Highway 61 and the beautiful North Shore of Lake Superior. 40 minutes from Duluth’s Miller Hill Mall, 45 Minutes from Duluth’s Canal Park. Country living with easy access to shopping and Duluth tourist attractions.
All seasons are great around the Pequaywan Lakes area. Winter provides miles of snow shoeing, cross country skiing and excellent ice fishing. Summer provides great opportunities for swimming, hiking, fishing and lake life relaxation. Fall is a great time for hunting enthusiasts, the Cloquet Valley Forest offers some of the best grouse hunting territory in the state. There are miles of hiking and biking trails, including the Superior Hiking trail right down the road. Take in the amazing fall colors that rival the North Shore, without the traffic!
We have wi-fi, internet and TV. Your AT&T cell phone will work in our area, but some other providers have limited service.
Find food and drink just down the road at the Pequaywan Inn. A quaint little restaurant and bar serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Hugo's Bar and Convenience Store is just a few miles away, offering beer, setups, and a limited menu. Hugo’s is also your best bet for basic essentials like bait, gas, propane, fishing license and groceries.

Your dog may be considered - please contact us regarding your pup.

There are numerous pieces of artwork and furniture from local artists/craftsman throughout the cabin and property. There are also limited pieces of artwork/furniture for sale with other items available for ordering.

Property manager

John & Lori Lucia
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Let us know who will be joining you. We like to know if you are here to relax, sightseeing or celebrating a birthday, anniversary, honeymoon, etc.
Please let us know what type of dog and size of dog that you are bringing with you.
Dogs cannot be left in the cabin alone unless in a crate. Please pick up after your dog - there's a pooper scooper in the shed.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Duluth

Located in Duluth, this cabin is on the waterfront. Two Harbors Lighthouse and Tom's Historic Logging Camp are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Superior National Forest and Lester River. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
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Duluth, MN

What's nearby

  • University of Minnesota Duluth - 45 min drive - 45.2 km
  • Duluth Entertainment Convention Center - 51 min drive - 51.2 km
  • Bayfront Festival Park - 51 min drive - 51.7 km
  • Aerial Lift Bridge - 51 min drive - 51.4 km
  • Miller Hill Mall - 55 min drive - 53.1 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pequaywan Lake Inn - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage on Pequaywan pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Cottage on Pequaywan?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage on Pequaywan?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cottage on Pequaywan located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly cabin is within 20 mi (32 km) of Superior National Forest, Lester River and Superior Hiking Trail. Flood Bay State Wayside and Lakeview National Golf Course are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Reggie T.

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

Beautiful Winter Getaway with Kids

Absolutely perfect stay! John and Lori were incredibly accommodating to our family during our stay at the cottage. They had an ice rink plowed, bonfire ready to light, and welcome basket in the kitchen. The cottage was so tidy and clean. There were tons of games and toys for our children to enjoy. We loved everything about our stay. It was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris C.

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

Great Cabin Retreat

We had a wonderful stay. The place was extremely organized, clean and had a variety of amenities. The hosts were also exceptional.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great stay

It was a great place to stay. Not to far of a distance from Duluth and other attractions plus the benefit of being on a lake where you could fish swim etc. will definitely be going back
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betsy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean, comfortable cabin on a quiet lake. Excellent communication with the hosts, who were welcoming and helpful. Beds are comfortable. I loved kayaking around the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorise H.

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

Lakeside Peace of Mind

Found John & Lori’s lovely updated cabin overlooking a peaceful lake to be super restful and comfortable. Decorated with a nod to the north woods, very clean, with great beds for napping and numerous spots to sit outside and enjoy natures sights.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

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

Peaceful

We stayed with 4 grkids. The accommodations were perfect. We loved the remote peacefulness. The kids had great fun fishing, swimming, and paddling right from the dock. We would highly recommend if you want a place away from crowds.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

William C.

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

Beat the heat in Minnesota

Very quiet. Enjoyed all the activities (fishing, paddle boat, campfire and cabin amenities.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

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

Serene & beautiful!

Lori & John are beyond amazing hosts! They go above + beyond in all aspects! The cabin was very clean (i have undiagnosed ocd😉), updated & not a detail was forgotten! A perfect getaway any time of the year! A gem of a place with more than gracious hosts! Enjoy!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karra W.

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

Fun for all!

We absolutely loved our stay here! They have thought of every need you may have! John and Lori were very friendly and very hospitable! House was very clean and comfortable. Kids loved all the activities they had to offer! They have activities for all ages.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tonia W.

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

Exceptional property, space, amenities and hosts!

It was exceptional! The photos are accurate, the quality is high of the structure, fixtures, finishes and furniture. The kitchen is well stocked so you can cook a real meal. : ). The boat (for a fee), the kayaks and paddle boards enabled us to enjoy the water and fishing! The fire pit and yard games were great too! The hosts are wonderful people and we look forward to returning to this cottage on Pequaywan Lake!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy N.

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

A three day get away with my son & grandson

It was a great time fishing with my boys. The cabin was like brand new, very clean and well organized, the fire pit up near the cabin was a great place to hang out in the evening and talk about our day fishing and being on the lake. The pontoon boat that the host provided suited our needs perfectly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

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

Great getaway!

This property was amazing! Part of the reason we booked it, was because of its proximity to other fun activities but we could have spent our entire vacation at the cabin! The kids spent hours swimming, fishing, kayaking and paddle boarding. A great place to make lifelong memories!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicklas B.

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

Great get-away

Cabin feels new/recently remodeled. Very clean. Great view, and relaxing. Great communication from owners.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jesse P.

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

Outstanding

Wonderful location. Cabin was beautiful and well appointed. Lake was quiet and the fishing was great! Lori was very attentive and provided treats for our dog and a gift basket for our kiddo. Great experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renae M.

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

Extended weekend getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our time here! Decided last minute to take the kids to the north shore for the fall colors. So happy I found this gem! Definitely could have used more time so that we could have enjoyed the property and the lake more! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica O.

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

Fantastic!

This cabin is perfect! We arrived & were surprised to see a birthday banner & cake for my husbands birthday! And a beautiful basket of goodies! We were so surprised to have someone go out of their way like this. Lori & John are Fantastic Hosts! The cabin is phenomenal! Has everything you could want and more. They have done an amazing job with all the beautiful metal work & the fire pit area is amazing! We had a wonderful time! I Highly recommend & hope to return when we can enjoy the lake as it was fall. Thank You Lori & John! Jessica & Tom
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew N.

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

Peaceful Retreat

My wife and I came up to this cabin to have a nice, quiet retreat over the weekend. We also participated in the Grandmas Marathon weekend races. The cabin was everything we hoped for. The pictures are all accurate, the hosts were welcoming and responsive, the cabin was spotless and showed the recent updates to the property. We had a really enjoyable time staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie V.

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

Great for relaxation

We enjoyed our relaxing getaway with great amenities for fun for all skills and ages. This was truly a break from the grind. We were able to reset and get ready for back to school. I highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie O.

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

Family Vacation

The house is perfect, just steps away from the lake! Everything was there, kayaks, paddle boats/boards, canoe, life jackets, bikes, you name it! Our kids enjoyed the fire pit and playing ladder golf. It was so much fun. We went to Duluth and enjoyed a train ride, walking on the beach, and canal park. John and Lori were very helpful with suggestions on things to do and places to visit. They were so nice and had everything ready for us on arrival, including supplies for smores! It was a great stay, we would love to go back! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela M.

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

Highly recommend

This is a beautifully renovated cottage with everything you need. We really enjoyed all the “toys” for the lake that were included: kayaks, paddle boards, paddle boats and fishing poles/gear. John and Lori responded quickly to any questions or needs we had. We will definitely visit again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

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

My Wife's Birthday Stay

John and Lori have a great spot. They had a Happy Birthday banner and gift basket waiting for us along with a couple of cake pops in the freezer. That was very thoughtful. The cabin was very clean and nicely finished. It really was a great stay. John and Lori were both very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie J.

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

10/10 would stay again

John and Lori were wonderful hosts! They respected our privacy while accommodating all our needs. They are the embodiment of being "Minnesota nice". The location is beautiful and the house was clean and inviting. it is perfectly located to get away and be close enough to so many beautiful locations. We were able to seethe split rock lighthouse, Canal park, The Haunted Ship in Duluth, and so much more! Thank you for the wonderful stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick G.

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

Great "Up North" retreat

The cabin is very modern and slept all of us with ease. The lake view from the yard is gorgeous. Great fishing off the dock. My kids caught fish all throughout the day! We loved trying out the canoe, kayaks, paddle boards and paddle boat. It was really nice to have a fire pit both up by the cabin and again by the dock. We would definitely stay here. Lori and John are excellent hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly B.

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

Grandma’s Marathon Mini-Vacation

Accommodations around the Duluth area can be hard to come by during Grandma’s Marathon weekend. We were so fortunate to find this gem! The owners provided everything you need (and more) for the perfect lake vacation! We enjoyed fishing, using paddle boats, paddle boards, kayaks, having nightly bonfires, and even took a bike ride with the provided bikes! The only downfall is that we stayed such a short time, we will be back for a full week in the future! 10/10 rating!! Thank You Lori and John for everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne D.

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

You won’t regret this northern MN getaway!

You guys, this place is actually BETTER than the photos and description! Super clean, tons of convenient touches throughout with everything you could possibly need for relaxation and fun! The cabin has been beautifully remodeled and is comfortable and spacious. We have zero complaints staying with John & Lori and plan to tell all our friends and family about it. A perfect lake getaway for our family of 5 and we can’t wait to return. Perfectly situated between Duluth & Two Harbors.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

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