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Nestled in the woods, Wildwood Cottage offers a serene retreat with Scandinavian Modern design and easy access. Unwind by the fire pit, explore 80-plus acres of forested state land on walking trails to Sucker River or play lawn games on site.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6123 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Wildwood Cottage, Duluth, private wooded retreat on the North Shore

  • Wildwood Cottage is a newly built, Scandinavian Modern designed, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom retreat, nestled into the woods. There are 80-plus acres of forested state land to the south of the property with a walking trail from the cottage to the Sucker River.

    Located 20 minutes from Canal Park and Downtown Duluth, 5 minutes to Stoney Point and Knife River Marina Beach, and 10 minutes to Brighton Beach makes this a fabulous location one mile north of Lake Superior and the North Shore Scenic Drive (Grandma's Marathon route).

    The home is all on one level, with easy access on grade, plus all doors are 3 feet wide. The floors are all hand-stenciled, and original artwork by area artists fill the cottage.

    One bathroom has a tub/shower combination unit, the second bathroom a good sized shower.

    Outdoors has plenty of area for lawn games, plus a fire pit and chairs out front. All firewood and gas grill provided.

    The x-long twin beds are very comfy for adults, as well as for children. Board games, blue-ray DVD player and Smart TV with lots of movies, will easily help when you just want to chill out.

    The kitchen is fully outfitted with almost anything you would need and your hosts live just 1100 feet away and will easily accommodate anything that you may need.

    Hi Speed Wi-Fi

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Free firewood
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,320 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No motorized rec vehicles can leave from the property.
OWNERS RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CHARGE A LATE CHECK OUT OR EXCESSIVE CLEANING FEE.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Wildwood Cottage, Duluth, private wooded retreat on the North Shore pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Wildwood Cottage, Duluth, private wooded retreat on the North Shore ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wildwood Cottage, Duluth, private wooded retreat on the North Shore ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Wildwood Cottage, Duluth, private wooded retreat on the North Shore located?

Located in the heart of Duluth, this vacation home is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Lake Superior and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tom's Historic Logging Camp and French River Hatchery. Knife River Beach and McQuade Small Craft Harbor are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 111 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 111 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 111 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 111 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 111 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place with a great set up for family gatherings. Radiant floor heating kept us nice and toasty. Washer and dryer meant we could pack light. Functional space inside and out. Would highly recommend and return.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Great place for quiet relaxing time
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marla D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a pleasure to stay at this charming property. The house is beautiful and well kept. Location is peaceful and perfect. The hosts are kind and knowledgeable about the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Samantha J.

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

Great stay!!

We had the most wonderful time at the cottage! The waterfalls were a short walk and so beautiful. The cottage was very clean and a short drive from the highway making it easy to trek into Duluth or Two Harbors.Thank you Rita and Amy for sharing your beautiful property with us.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn H.

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

Girls' Weekend

This is the second year that we have spent our girls' weekend at Wildwood Cottage. Wonderful place to unwind and relax. It is close to Duluth and Two Harbors and we enjoyed both cities. So very happy we found this great cottage and welcoming hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Todd M.

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

Great time at Wildwood Cottage

Great stay! Perfect for our family. Location was great to reach attractions on the north shore.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Linda N.

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

Fabulous Property..peaceful

We loved everything about the property, the decor, cleanliness, fire pit, grill..something to do for everyone, hosts were so pleasant, will definitely be back..
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Marilyn R.

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

Awesome stay!

We cannot say enough about our stay at Wildwood Cottage! The cottage was beautiful and everything in order when we arrived. We loved taking the walk down to the river and enjoying the peace and beauty of the area. It was a perfect spot to stay in the middle of all the places we enjoyed visiting. Would definitely stay again if we are in the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Marianne N.

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

Amazing experience

This property was private, clean and well prepared! We loved it so much, we were happy to stay there rather than go out! It is quite a way from town and we LOVED it! Best place we’ve stayed so far. Definitely going back again-our hostesses are wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley V.

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

Nestled In The Woods

We had a great stay at Wildwood Cottage! This is one of the most organized, clean, and well laid out Vrbo properties we have stayed in. The attention to detail was immaculate and the cottage was super cozy. Amy and Rita were great hosts and we can’t wait to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shel S.

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

Fabulous hideaway in the woods

Perfect accommodations for our North Shore getaway. The house was pristine and had everything we needed. The location is close enough to Duluth to enjoy activities in the city and easily come back “home” to a campfire in the woods, as well as being already on the way up the north shore for hiking and sightseeing. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Marla D.

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

Another perfect Northshore stay

We have stayed at this property multiple times. It is immaculately maintained, comfortable and quiet. Will likely return again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Shawn C.

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

Beautiful property with all the comforts of home

The house was clean, organized, and well-stocked with everything we could possibly need. It was even better than pictured, I loved the decor. The owners were friendly and helpful. We will stay here again if travel brings us back that way.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

dayette o.

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

Fall Family Getaway

Lovely home in the woods, great for a family getaway. Good location - close enough to various attractions if you are looking to get out and about, but also nice for just some quiet down time. This was our second stay at the cottage and we will rebook again in the future. Thank you to the hosts for sharing their cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas P.

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

Cool Place

Tucked into the poplar and pine woods this gem is cozy and spacious. We discovered the nearby river and waterfall, with pools for a swim and a spot to just sit and watch nature. Our hosts were nearby and helpful. This is our third stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

North shore exploring

We loved this cabin! Woodsy location, nice decor, well appointed with everything we needed, easy access to Duluth & north shore sites, very friendly owners. Would definitely recommend/ return. Thx!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erik O.

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

10/10

Beautiful and well designed cottage. Pristine with everything we needed. Great proximity to Duluth but also state parks and locations up the shore. The owners helped us get our fire started in the freezing cold! So awesome. Strongly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Dawn C.

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

Girls hiking trip

4 friends from TX and ND who love to hike decided months ago that the Northern Shores of Minnesota would be fun. We found this on VRBO and thought it looked right for our group. It was perfect! So clean, quaint and well stocked. We would definitely recommend it to any friend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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

This cottage checks ALL the boxes!

We absolutely loved our stay here. The owners are amazing and responsive, the cottage has everything you need in the kitchen, the place is very spacious and the bedrooms, baths and beds are just wonderful. I cannot say enough good things...but we would definitely stay here again. There is a nice trail down to the Sucker River, a perfect fire pit for an evening outside, and close to an amazing restaurant (The Scenic Cafe) as well as hiking up the coast and time in Duluth as well. We hope to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl K.

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

The Best place to stay north of Duluth

I needed this place. It had all the things, peace and quiet, beautiful woods and river, and a Beautiful House with all the comforts of home. My sister went shopping but I stayed at the House and enjoyed the river and the area with no other people to bother my Zen. I didn't know what Zen means but I found it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia N.

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

North Shore/ North Woods Beauty

Well maintained, well appointed and accessible private upscale cottage with a Scandinavian style. Comfortable beds, chairs and pillows. Very nice appliances, and modern kitchen. Will definitely return to continue exploring the uniqueness and beauty of the Duluth Minn area. Can’t wait !
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zarine M.

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

Enchanting Cabin Retreat

This cabin is a pristine gem nestled in the woods. The open floor plan ensures a communal feel, making cooking and dining experiences truly interactive. The living room's fireplace is a cozy touch, perfectly complemented by a vast, plush couch. But the highlight has to be the mesmerizing trail leading to a breathtaking river waterfall. There's something truly magical about a foggy morning walk there. Highly recommend for a rejuvenating getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann C.

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

Cottage in the woods offers rest and rejuvenation

Newer construction is very well maintained. Enjoyed exploring unique decor. Plenty of open space with high ceilings. A perfect get away for 4-6 people. Easy check in and out. Owners close if needed. Outdoor space for fire and gas grill, we used both. Linens all good quality. The walking path to the Sucker River shouldn’t be missed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Perfect peaceful getaway

My partner and I took a spontaneous trip to go snowboarding in Duluth and wanted a place with beautiful nature and a cozy house. Well folks, this was it. House was incredibly clean. Couch and bed were cozy (there were two other bedrooms, with equally cozy blankets, cute artwork, and large windows to the gorgeous nature outside) and the fireplace was the cherry on top. Modern appliances, large kitchen table, and tons of cookware. The highlight was probably the large window next to the couch, which allowed us to enjoy the snowfall and critters romping about the woods. Hosts were thorough with their initial text about location, checking in, and tips like stopping by a grocery store before since they are a far distance from one. So kind and helpful! we also appreciated their sustainability efforts with trash. We loved this place in the winter and are looking forward to the summer to book again. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had a great time visiting Wildwood Cottage. Amy and Rita were
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025