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Reviews of Lake House with large wooded lot! Wake up to the sights and sounds of the lake!


Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 23 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

April M.

Weekend getaway
Getting to the cabin was super easy and the check in process smooth. The cabin was generally clean (it’s an older cabin so there’s going to be some bugs and stuff). The cabin was decently stocked with things so we we didn’t run out of necessities. The location was good and close to places I wanted to go. Overall, a good weekend away!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Samantha W.

Cozy
Great location. Easily accessible. Yardwork was needed. Nice if there was brochures on nearby sites.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 11, 2023
It was so great to have you! We hope you decide to come stay again! 😁 Thank you!!

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy place
Nice and clean. Cozy and quirky. Definitely would stay again if I was in the area. Location is perfect. Short drive to the bigger cities, nice small town store right nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 11, 2023
Thank you so much! Again, having wonderful guests like you is the reason we enjoy what we do! And not only were you a great guest, you took the time to clean up after your stay--stripping the beds, putting laundry together, putting dishes in the dishwasher, taking the garbage out, etc. etc. etc. You truly make having guests staying at our property worthwhile! THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! A+++++++ and you are welcome back anytime if you are in the vicinity! Thanks again!!!

10/10 Excellent

Teresa R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Superior Vacay
The place was quaint and very clean! The owner replied back quickly when I had a few simple questions! I would recommend this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 12, 2022
Thank you so much for your great review! We loved having you stay and we hope you come back and stay again! It’s so great having amazing guests like you! Thanks again!

10/10 Excellent

Krista N., Harris, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
We really enjoyed our weekend stay at this cabin on the lake. It’s a cabin-cute and quaint-with everything you need ! It’s close to Duluth and there are a few bars/restaurants nearby for food and drinks. We’d love to come back in the summer!! Lisa was awesome and responded quickly to inquiries☺️
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 21, 2022
Thank you so much!! 😁 We really appreciate your great review! We were so happy to have you and would absolutely love to have you come back this summer! Thanks again!!

10/10 Excellent

Amanda D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy
This was a great cozy place on the lake for our Anniversary getaway. Wonderful fall colors this weekend and the State Park near by was a nice morning hike.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 3, 2022
We are so glad you enjoyed it! We are so happy you had a great Anniversary and we loved having you! Hope you join us again! Thank you so much!

2/10 Terrible

valerie h.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not recommended!
We booked 4 nights and left after the first night. The air conditioning was set at 71 and the temp in the house was 77, the air conditioning could not keep up. We thought we would open the windows when the evening air cooled, but most windows did not have screens or were painted shut. The pullout couch was so old the lower part of the mattress detached from the frame and flopped on the floor. It appeared clean but if you looked under or behind things there were dead bugs , dirt and even disposable shot glasses. The owner said she would refund the other three nights if we didn’t leave a bad review,all we got was excuse after excuse, no refund. There were several other problems but I hope you get the picture!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 16, 2022
All we are going to say about this is that you just can't make some people happy no matter what you do. This post makes us really appreciate and value the vast majority of our guests who love staying at our property and tell us so. A big thanks to all of those great guests!

6/10 Okay

Cheryl B.

Modest accommodation
Host was great. Accommodations were modest; fairly clean and comfortable. Location was great and close to state park and Duluth.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rosanna S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cabin, plenty of space, beautiful view of the lake!
We enjoyed the outdoor space, cabin was clean, well equipped & spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Marla D., WI

Liked: Cleanliness
We accomplished what we set out to do...relax!
My husband, father, and I (plus our two furry Shibas) stayed in this cozy lake house in mid-July 2022. It was unseasonably warm (in the 90s with humidity) so I had reached out Lisa to inquire about the AC situation. One window AC unit, a portable AC unit, and one fan was provided but I decided to bring additional fans...glad I did! I would suggest to bring additional fans depending on the weather and your comfort. The lake house had everything we needed for our brief get-a-way. My father particularly liked the fire pit as we cooked much of our meals on this as well as the gas grill. The only hiccup was getting the correct access code but Lisa was prompt responding to me to get the correct one. Overall, we had a very relaxing time and loved the tranquil ambiance of this lake house. Hope to return in the future for a longer period of time! Guerrero Family
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 30, 2022
It was wonderful to have you! We really hope you come back to stay!! It’s great to host guests like you! Thank you so much!

2/10 Terrible

Travis T.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Disgusting smell, sharp objects in yard, dishonest host
I wanted to take my family on our first vacation and the listing had amazing reviews, kid friendly, appears to be lake front. We arrived to a cabin not on lake side but across the road. The first thing we noticed was a pitchfork laying right on the walking path to the entrance. In the yard where kids can play we're multiple sharp metal stakes right by the firepit, a chainsaw and rickety stairs. Upon entering the property, the smell of mold and mildew was overwhelming. My children were unable to sleep due to stuffed up noses from said smell. The place was not clean; crumbs on the countertops, hair in the bathtub, dirty dishes placed back as "cleaned". Under the sink was Draino with no cap on it and many other cleaning products easily accessible in this kid friendly place. I'm not sure why to even have cleaning products if not being used. If you like to be woken up by the sun, or to have the sun shine directly in your face while trying to watch the 2 local channels, because the WiFi is horrible and streaming is impossible, there are no blinds or curtains to close. We stayed one night, arrived at 5 pm, left at 8 am. I contacted the host later that day when I was able to get service on my phone. She said she was willing to refund our money in full due to the misleading description and disgusting smell and overall horrible experience. We were refunded ¾ of the price we paid and were told she would pay the rest if VRBO did not refund the rest. VRBO already refunded immediately and Lisa insisted we wait 7-9 business days to see if VRBO would refund the rest and now all of the sudden I can no longer contact her through the app. If I could give zero stars, I would. Do not book this place, it is all around horrible and disgusting and the owner is a dishonest liar.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 26, 2022
All I can say about this person is DO NOT believe him or rent to him. He is a liar and an extortionist. He tried to get more money out of us than what was given to him after he was fully refunded for the whole stay, as we were just trying to make him happy. He lied about the property and used that and wanting more money to harass us (I can't even write the words he called me--words no one has ever said to me before--and VRBO is investigating him for harassment) and although we refunded him fully, we did not refund his money because of the things he said about the property, we did it to try to make him happy and have him leave me alone. Avoid him at all costs. Just check out our positive reviews to see the truth.

4/10 Poor

Nataly B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice place, poor cleaning
Lisa has been a very kind and attentive person throughout the process. Her communication with her has been excellent, she always answered my messages almost immediately. The property is as seen in the photos, rustic and with a vintage touch (very typical of a cabin). The place is half an hour from Duluth, which is where I was touring with my parents and husband, so it was perfect. There is a place to park the vehicle and access to the cabin was easy. Once inside, we had different kitchen supplies and utensils at our disposal, and a welcome basket that we thought was a nice touch. However the internet service is poor and the tv has no connection so I would suggest they change their internet provider or offer a varied selection of DVDs. Anyway, that was not a big deal because we went to connect with nature. As a matter of fact, it would have been an almost perfect experience, had it not been that the house was very dirty. I'm sorry to say, but I was very disappointed to walk into the bathroom to find hair in the shower, stains, and a very very dirty toilet. Before going, I let the owner know that we wanted to use the grill; and again, the outdoor kitchen was full of dust, cobwebs, the dumpster still had residue and smelled bad. Sofa covers had pet hair and holes...Please make sure you hire a good housekeeper and check that the place is clean before guests arrive. Thank you for lending us your property Lisa, I hope you take my criticism constructively and don't take it the wrong way. We wish the best for you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 28, 2022
Thank you for your input and your kind words too. We have a new housekeeper now so things are very clean and tidy. And we are addressing the TV situation as well. I invite you to come out again and we will make up for it. We really value our guests and it's very, very important that their stay is the absolute best it can be. Thanks again for your feedback!

8/10 Good

Erick B.

Good stay
We had a good time while we were there. Had a campfire, played games with family, dog liked the area, saw wildlife. Overall not too bad.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute!
Very beautiful property. Quiet. Nice yard! Lisa was quick to respond. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 27, 2022
We loved having Ashley and her family stay at our property! She was great--it was wonderful to communicate with her and she is very friendly! She even went above and beyond when checking out and started the dishwasher and took out the garbage! Would hope she and her family come stay again! Thanks!

10/10 Excellent

Shasta P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy little cabin
Cozy little Cabin. Great for a quiet get away.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin on the lake
Very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

kami m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely!
We had a wonderful time here! It was decorated so cute and there were games for kids to play. We brought our own games this trip, but easily could have left them at home! The host was very communicative and kind. Wonderful family getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great views!
We had a wonderful time at the cabin. The sunroom was cozy and the view of the lake was beautiful. Lisa was so responsive and helpful. I want to come back in the summer time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hannah G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
My daughters 14 & 16, and I came from Manitoba Canada to meet up with my son and his girlfriend who go to university in Michigan. We decided to meet in Duluth and spend a couple nights there before heading to Michigan for the rest of our visit. I honestly wasn’t sure what to expect when we arrived. This little cabin was further from Duluth than I thought but it was still amazing. Lisa was great. She answered all my questions promptly. It snowed while we were there and someone was there first thing in the morning to plow the driveway so it didn’t interfere with our day. Duluth had shut down for most of one day due to a storm so it stopped us from doing sone of the things we wanted to do. Lisa was gracious enough to let us stay as late as we wanted our last day so we could do some of the things we missed out on. Everything was clean, there was freshly ground coffee ready for our use, there were board games, a complimentary basket full of sooo many great things, the view was really nice even though it was winter and the lake was frozen over, it was a nice quiet spot. I’m sure it’s even more amazing in the summer. I would definitely stay here again and I will most definitely tell anyone who’s headed that way to stay here as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 8, 2022
Hannah and her family were so fantastic and we would absolutely love to have her stay again. She was a true joy to communicate with and I am so happy she enjoyed her stay. Having guests like her and her family are what makes having a vacation rental property so worthwhile and rewarding. I look forward to a future stay--she and her family are welcome anytime!

8/10 Good

Kim W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cabin
Overall we had a great stay. Lisa was easy to get a hold of and quick to respond. The check-in and check-out process were smooth. Would love to see the place in the summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 26, 2021
Thank you for your comments! We look forward to your stay this summer! Thanks again and have a wonderful start to 2022!

10/10 Excellent

Bridget C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Wonderful Quiet Getaway
Our family of 7 stayed here this Fall and it was exactly what we were looking for! It has a beautiful view and it was awesome to have the dogs be able to travel with us. We look forward to staying here in the future. My kids are already making plans for our next stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tyler F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing weekend
Our experience was one of a kind here. The home itself was clean, warm, and a delight to stay at. The home overlooks the amnicon lake, so each morning was beautiful to wake up to. They are dog friendly which was a huge plus! The owners are very kind people and are extremely fast/attentive with any needs! Definitely looking forward to coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021