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Kettle River Cabin nestled between the Twin Cities & Duluth, MN

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Interior
Dining
Dining
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Hinckley, MN
  • Place, Kettle River Wildlife Management Area
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Grand Casino Hinckley
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Hinkley Fire Museum
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Kettle River Cabin nestled between the Twin Cities & Duluth, MN

Quiet, comfortable cabin on 16 acres of rolling woods overlooking the backwaters of the Kettle River.
Enjoy your stay, walking or riding through the woods to the bluff overlooking the river valley.
This property is a short drive from the Twin Cities.
5 miles east of Hinkley, 3 miles from Grand Hinckley Casino and famous favorite Tobies Restaurant.
Recent updates include a new remodeled kitchen with new appliances, big screen TV, new mattresses and bedding.
Professional Cleaning Staff

Places of Interest:
3 miles - Grand Casino, Hinckley
3 miles - Grand National Golf Club
5 miles - Historical Down Town & Hinckley Fire Museum
5 miles - Interstate 35
12 miles - St. Croix State Park & St Croix River Valley

75 miles - Twin Cities
75 miles - Duluth


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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Large playset in front yard
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outdoors only. No discarding of butts please!

Important information

You need to know

Property # 970490vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Hinckley

Located in Hinckley, this cabin is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kettle River Wildlife Management Area and St. Croix Boom Site State Wayside, while Hinkley Fire Museum and Rural School Museum are cultural highlights. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
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Hinckley, MN

What's nearby

  • Kettle River Wildlife Management Area - 2 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Grand Casino Hinckley - 8 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Hinkley Fire Museum - 9 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Federal Correctional Institution, Sandstone - 22 min drive - 34.7 km
  • St. Croix Casino Danbury - 27 min drive - 47.2 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kwik Trip - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tobie's Restaurant & Bakery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Whistle Stop Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Grand Casino Hinkley 'The Winds Steakhouse' - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kettle River Cabin nestled between the Twin Cities & Duluth, MN pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Kettle River Cabin nestled between the Twin Cities & Duluth, MN?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Kettle River Cabin nestled between the Twin Cities & Duluth, MN?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kettle River Cabin nestled between the Twin Cities & Duluth, MN?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Kettle River Cabin nestled between the Twin Cities & Duluth, MN located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Kettle River and within 6 miles (10 km) of Kettle River Wildlife Management Area and Grand Casino Hinckley. Grand National Golf Club and Hinckley Public Library are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 177 out of 215 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 215 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 215 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 215 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 215 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great cabin for a very reasonable price.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catharine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great return visit
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved that it was pet friendly and the three bedrooms was nice for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela R B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My son ended up needing to go to the hospital on Friday so we did not come to the property at all. This is why nothing will be changed. Thank you for your excellent communication and we will try to stay another time!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the layout of the house. We ended up not bringing our dog. The owner answered right away when I called him about the internet. Very comfortable place to stay, as we like to just hang out and cook and grill.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay near Hinckley. We stayed here to participate in a winter race at St. Croix park. The house was very clean, well stocked kitchen and extremely comfortable during our winter stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and quiet. Conveniently located. We usually stay in Two Harbors, but decided to keep our drive shorter this time, Nice to have the option to go further north for a day trip, if we wanted to. Just a couple things in need of attention... the microwave hadn't been cleaned after previous uses. And the DVD control didn't have any batteries in it, so we switched the batteries back and forth between that and TV remote to pop in a couple good movies from the broad collection. *Meant to leave a note regarding both of these, but forgot before we checked out! Sorry. Still enjoyed our stay! Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was perfectly located for family visits. The space and pictures spoke the truth. There were some quirks and were easily managed. We will be renting again.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute cabin! Everything you need to feel comfortable for your stay! Really clean and accomodating!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was cozy and beautiful! A million stars in the sky. We had a slight issue with check in, but the host was very responsive and accommodating and resolved our issues. The beds were cozy and we had a very nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LeAnn E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for our annual sibling trip. Kitchen had everything we needed to prepare meals, the bedrooms were lovely, the location was great - nice and quiet country cabin. We really enjoyed the fire pit!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cornell A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well stocked with necessities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. It is so comfortable and homey, I wish I could have stayed. Very clean, and I will definitely be going again, when the snow melts in spring.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We visited in October and had a wonderful experience. The cabin looked exactly as shown in the photos. The kitchen was fully equipped with everything we needed, the beds were incredibly comfortable, and our dogs absolutely loved exploring the trails. This was our second stay, and we would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I had a beautiful getaway weekend alone! The house was warm and inviting on a private piece of property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is absolutely amazing and one of the best values on VRBO in my opinion. Peaceful property with plenty of stuff nearby to do for fun/food. highly recommend for anyone looking for a clean comfortable place to hideaway! : )
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jess

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay! Very relaxing property to enjoy whether that be hiking, grilling, or just cozying in and watching movies or playing games. The cabin was beautifully decorated and kitchen stocked with all the utensils and dishware you'd need. The bed and bedding were very comfortable and each bedroom has a closet. Overall, it was a great vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ann N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property and upkeep. Close to our family we were visiting.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lara Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great trip! Amenities were everything we needed. It was our second time staying and would stay again. Thanks Mike!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

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

Nice cabin

The whole experience was smooth and easy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2025
Thank you for your kind review. Please come again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany C.

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

Amazing family getaway

We had a wonderful stay just getting away for the week. Very relaxing and quiet location
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tonya A.

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

Great cabin!

Great stay at this cabin. We always enjoy our time here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct 2024
Thank you for the kind review. Glad you enjoyed your stay again!! Please come again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tami R.

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

Lovely place!

We stayed during Ice Festival, was a great place to be warm!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jan 2022
Thank you for the kind review. Very happy you enjoyed your stay! Come again! Mike
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tonya A.

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

Great stay

We greatly enjoyed our stay at this cabin. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct 2023
Thank you for the nice review. Glad you enjoyed your stay. Please come again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great stay in October!

Really nice cabin in the woods!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct 2020
Thank you for your visit and for the nice review. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay. Please come again! Mike

About the host

Hosted by Mike Denn

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Experienced and trusted owner/manager of rental properties.
Self performs most maintenance and upkeep.

Why they chose this property

A nice peaceful, affordable and spacious property that has new upgrades throughout.

What makes this property unique

Close to many indoor and outdoor amenities and activities.
For those that want to relax, read, and prefer scrapping or quilting.
Or, for those more adventurous, that enjoy hiking, kayaking, canoeing, snowmobiling, or ATV's.

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