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The Little Gem on Bluegill Bay

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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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Tenstrike, MN
  • Place, Blackduck Lake
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Bemidji State Park
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Sanford Bemidji Medical Center
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bemidji, MN (BJI-Bemidji Regional)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest Suite

1 Queen Bed

Master suite

1 King Bed

Youth space

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Little Gem on Bluegill Bay

The dock is in, the sand is raked, the kayaks and paddle boat are out. We are ready for SUMMER! The firepits are stocked with wood and those bonfire evenings are upon us! Completely updated 3 bedroom space with 2 full bathrooms. A cooks kitchen with everything you need to whip up gourmet meals during your stay. The hill gently slopes down to the lake, with a sugar sand area to swim, paddle boat, and two kayaks avail End of May-Sep. Sit at one of 2 firepits and enjoy the lake. We have an elegant master suite with a king bed, fireplace, tv, and a deep soaking tub. Washer and dryer on site, private dock space avail May-Oct., and a full private acre to enjoy.
We are excited to welcome the occasional guests to the cabin to share our little slice of heaven on Gull Lake. The fishing is fantastic and so is the bathtub. Kids are welcome and will love the sugar sand shallow shore line that is perfect for enjoying the water all afternoon. We provide a small selection of games, puzzles, and a dock they can catch fish off. Make sure you bring the rods! The nearest bait shops are in Blackduck and Turtle River so be sure to grab the bait on your way. I love to cook so you will find the kitchen stocked with new appliances, a small seasoning selection, leftover containers, small appliances, and a variety of utensils/cookware. If you want to take the cooking outside we have a charcoal weber. Don't worry we have a dishwasher too because VACATION! For outdoor adventures we have a fire pit, bocce ball, washer toss, yard dice, dominos, and 2 kayaks/adult lifejackets for guests to enjoy. Jump in a kayak and paddle out to the sandbar. There is always a group of pelicans to greet you along with ducks and loons. Enjoy your stay, stick your toes in the sugar sand, and catch some fish!
Guest access
You will have access to the entire home. This is not a shared property. We can accommodate up to 6 people comfortably and an infant. All guests must be accounted for.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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)
No cats! 1 dog only. Select pet fee when booking.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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

About the area

Tenstrike

Tenstrike is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mississippi River and Pine Tree State Park, while Blackduck Area History & Art and Sculpture Walk are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Headwaters Science Center and Paul Bunyan's Animal Land.
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Tenstrike, MN

What's nearby

  • Blackduck Lake - 19 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Lake Bemidji State Park - 26 min drive - 25.1 km
  • Bemidji Town and Country Club - 28 min drive - 26.2 km
  • Sanford Bemidji Medical Center - 31 min drive - 35.5 km
  • Bemidji State University - 33 min drive - 36.6 km

Getting around

  • Bemidji, MN (BJI-Bemidji Regional) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pour Willies - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪TRC Bar & Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Youngin Yerbich's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Jake's Pizza - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Other Place - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Little Gem on Bluegill Bay pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at The Little Gem on Bluegill Bay ?

As of 27 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Little Gem on Bluegill Bay on 27 Mar 2026 start from AU$317, 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 The Little Gem on Bluegill Bay ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Little Gem on Bluegill Bay ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Little Gem on Bluegill Bay ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Little Gem on Bluegill Bay located?

Set in Tenstrike, this family-friendly holiday home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Blackduck Lake, Pine Tree State Park and Blackduck Wayside Rest Park. Blackduck Municipal Golf Course and Blackduck Area History & Art are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 19 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time and the place worked out really well.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Albert L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Went here and had a great weekend. Very relaxing property and awesome view of the lake. Will definitely stay there again when we come back to Gull Lake
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved everything about our stay! Home was super clean and Meghan was very responsive to all my questions. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy D.

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

Perfect get away

Us and the kids had a great time kids like the Kayaks and the fire pits
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jake D.

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

Great little cabin

We needed a place to stay near Bemidiji for a week while the kids were at language camp, plus some time to hang out as a family beforehand. Really fun little cabin on a quiet lake - with available kayaks!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane H.

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

Quiet time on the lake

We loved this . The kitchen was very well equipped
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second time booking The Little Gem.Meghan goes above and beyond making everything cozy, comfortable and well stocked. Very relaxing with stargazing at its finest.It was hard to leave.Great communication. Thank you!
Last year I had a puzzle made of our view. It was fun to put together.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mitch M.

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

Gem of a cabin

Clean, spacious, and stocked with enough supplies to get us through a few days.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie or Jerry N.

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

Love this place

Quiet and well maintained. Great communication with the host. The attention to detail and the level of comfort for the guests is outstanding! Had a wonderful time!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michael s.

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

summertime fishing

loved it hope to return next year
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

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

Serene Escape

Location was super! Very quiet and serene but able to access activities including Itasca State Park. Cabin was next to lake which was so peaceful and 2 fire pits. We all had a wonderful week!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle P.

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

Lake Gem

Cozy place very clean and beautiful! Quiet neighborhood in the country but close enough to blackduck and bemidji to explore or get supplies. We enjoyed our visit and would book this cabin again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy H.

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

Relaxing Time Away!

We had a very relaxing time at The Little Gem. We fished a little, we took our puppy out for a swim and a few jumps off the dock, and we spent quality time with family. No work for the time we spent there made it even better! Meghan was super responsive and we didn't have any issues.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

June B.

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

UTV getaway

This was just perfect for two couples. When we weren’t riding or out for dinner, we enjoyed playing games and putting a puzzle together. Great find!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angel S.

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

Quick visit

We had to make a trip to Bemidji with our family for a birthday party. Our stay at The Little Gem was perfect. We didn't have time to take the kayaks out but loved enjoying the view from the dock, campfire and s'mores by the lake and the simple comfort of the house. The space was clean, bright and inviting and we look forward to returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casey V.

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

my stay

very clean and wonderfully decorated cabin. the maser bed was very comfortable with great bedding. caught sunfish, northern pike and largemouth bass right off the dock. Megan was a wonderful host and I wouldn't hesitate for one second on booking again, The cabin was very comfortable and inviting
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric E.

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

Lovely Lake Home

My family loved our stay at this property. Having the lake right there was great for star gazing at night, taking the kayaks out to explore the lake and checkout the birds, and to splash around in. We also explored the surrounding area and can't say enough about how fun the Bemidji area is (my kids are already saying they miss it). After a day of playing and exploring, the house provided a comfortable home base to recharge and rest. Meghan, the host, was very communicative and thoughtful. I would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Travis J.

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

Great Labor Day Weekend at Gull Lake

Property was as described! Plenty of room for the 5 of us. Communication was great and the property was clean. Very close to the lake with private dock to put your boat. Kayaks on site with life jackets, etc. Air conditioning was turned on and cool upon our arrival. Two fire pits, one close to the cabin and the other closer to the water. Will definitely stay here again if I’m ever in the area! Thanks Meghan for the great experience for our family!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam Z.

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

Perfection!

Everything we could have needed was provided. This was my first time doing something like this and it could not have been easier. All of my questions were answered in a timely fashion, all normal home accoutrements (cookware, towels, coffee, and even S'MORES!) were there, and they even provided enough wood for two nights worth of bonfires (which was a HUGE convenience for me so I didn't have to buy any). The whole process and stay was absolutely painless and I would absolutely choose to stay here anytime in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

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