Charming and Secluded North Shore Cabin and Sauna two miles from Grand Marais! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

Q: Is Charming and Secluded North Shore Cabin and Sauna two miles from Grand Marais! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Q: Where is Charming and Secluded North Shore Cabin and Sauna two miles from Grand Marais! located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is within 1 mi (2 km) of Superior National Forest and Lake Superior. Cascade River State Park and Grand Marais Golf 'n' Stuff are also within 3 mi (5 km).

10/10 Excellent

Shane S.

23 July 2025

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Great place

Fun area and great place. Very clean and great view.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John R.

18 June 2021

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Perfect retreat

This is an adorable property that served as a great remote retreat on our north shore get away.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heath L.

8 July 2024

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Cabin retreat

We love the layout of the cabin. We love the privacy, it made for a great time for my partner and me. Justin allowed us to get into the cabin early and the instructions made the stay seamless!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David S.

25 July 2024

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Great getaway

Enjoyed the cabin, property, and sauna. The description regarding the distance to and from the parking area was accurate. The distance to Grand Marais was convenient. The cabins are new and very nice!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne A.

5 September 2023

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Small with big charm

Loved the location to Grand Marais. The interior decor was fun. The furnishings were cute and well done. We enjoyed our brief stay and would definitely book again if opportunity arises.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie Z.

13 September 2024

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Simple and Relaxing Weekend

The cabin was just what we needed for an off the grid long weekend. Each cabin has a good amount of land to walk around or relax in a hammock. They really thought of everything and fit in all of the necessities. One of the coolest parts was the composting toilet.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia T.

17 October 2024

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70th Birthday Celebration!

At my age I was able to do the hike from the parking lot to the cabin with no problem. It was cozy inside with plenty of space to also enjoy the outdoors. At night we sat on the deck enjoying the Milky Way & spotting Andromeda. The hosts were very responsive to any questions we had & had even left me a Happy Birthday message!

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maurice T.

6 June 2023

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Quiet time in the woods

This was a very peaceful, serene time. The accommodations were as expected, and we enjoyed our stay very much. We would do this again!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia C., Mahtomedi MN

18 August 2023

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Quiet cabin in birch woods

We stayed 5 nights in this cute off-grid cabin that has solar power for phones and there’s signal. It’s a hike to the cabin up and down some hills (which we knew about) but it means you don’t want to cart in a lot of extra stuff. It is a great getaway place. There’s so much to do in the area: eating in Grand Marais, hiking the many nearby trails and being by Lake Superior.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

julie d.

21 August 2022

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Quick long weekend

My husband and I along with our soon to be Senior in college daughter enjoyed a long weekend at Ferny Fern. The description is exactly what you get. We arrived after dark and both the driving directions and hike into the property we’re easy to manage. Packing light is key. The property is wonderfully secluded. The no electricity is not an issue at all as they have figured out how to make it cozy. We would definitely stay again. My only suggestion is that the futon mattress should be replaced or upgraded. I am sure it gets a lot of use functioning as a couch and a bed.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Cindy S.

14 July 2023

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Ok but wouldn’t rebook

The inside of the cabin is very cute. There was not adequate weather stripping around the door, so at night the mosquitoes would come in between the door and frame- we placed brown grocery bags in the open area and that helped to keep mosquitos out. The grounds surrounding the cabin had vegetation up to my knee. There for if you laid in a hammock the vegetation would be as high as you and the mosquitoes would be extreme. Same with the shower area. There is no open areas for children to play except for the 4 foot fire area, the deck, or the path back to the car. I tried to find the river path but unable due to un-mantained pathway. You are expected to mop the floors before leaving, they were so dirty I doubt anyone had previously mopped. The solar panel was unable to fully charge one cell phone, I would recommend an additional panel. The outhouse was nice although you can’t hook the door closed and the underside of the toilet seat had stool and urine on it. The surrounding woods is beautiful.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Kendra W.

12 August 2023

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Secluded rustic cabin

This was a cute cabin off the beaten path. Good size for 2 people or for a small family with younger kids. Very nice area. We were able to bike to Grand Marais. Quiet (except for an occasional barking dog). Exceptional area to watch the stars. I didn’t realize how primitive it was until after booking. It’s solar lighting with a USB port. So no real electricity. Like glamping but make sure you are prepare not to shower. There’s a curtain outside, but high weeds, and you can use a spray pump shower. We just stayed stinky. Also, if you have sleeping needs such as a CPAP, forgo, there’s no way to run one. The main cabin has a futon but mattress is very uncomfortable. It’s where we spent our downtime, but could be SOOOO much better with a thicker mattress or a new couch in its place. Also, they have 2 hammocks, which is great, but the area needed a good weed wacking, in order to utilize it. The fire pit was a plus with plenty of wood. It could have used some outside cooking tools. It’s a great place for people who don’t want to tent camp, but not for people who want the basic amenities like electricity and a hot shower on a trip.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhian A.

9 June 2025

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Great weekend

The kids were not impressed when they saw the cabin but as soon as they saw fall river they loved it. The shower situation is not ideal. But for two nights stay it was doable!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cameron N.

1 November 2024

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2 day getaway

Had a fantastic 2 day stay on our trip. Excellent little cabin, and excellent hosts.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila W.

21 July 2024

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Great weekend getaway

Great place to get away from it all! Plenty of water provided, nice fire pit area, and cute cabin!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

18 September 2022

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Delightful!

The perfect off-grid experience! Take the advice to pack light in light of the five minute hike through the woods to get there. The cabin was beautifully designed and very comfortable. I didn’t do a lot of cooking because there are so many great restaurants close by. The composting toilet is just across the deck - very clean and no odor at all. Great fire pit and star gazing available. Would highly recommend this beautiful off-grid cabin - that doesn’t feel too off-grid. 😎

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia C., Mahtomedi MN

3 September 2022

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Quiet, clean cabin

It’s a beautiful, special place in a birch grove where you can see stars appear while enjoying a fire outside. The walk from the parking area is easy as long as you don’t try to bring too much stuff. It is a good place to be minimal. Everything you really need is there, including lighting and being able to charge your phone, even though it’s off the grid.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dan n.

23 August 2022

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Great stay - convenient location

Communication with owners was excellent. Very convenient location to Grand Marais and to pursue other adventures on The Big Lake - we took a day trip to Isle Royale, which was beautiful. Cabin was clean and had everything we needed - is very well thought out - heed the suggestion to pack light for short hike to cabin :). Overall, great stay and good value - will likely stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa Y.

2 August 2022

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Wonderful stay off grid

We loved our time at Ferny Fern. It was fun being deep in the woods yet still so close to so many Grand Marais attractions. The cabin is well designed and snug and we were very comfortable. Starry night and rainy night were both lovely.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Heather H.

6 July 2022

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Secluded Getaway

Cute little cabin in woods. Nature noises instead of city noises. Carts are available to trek stuff from car to cabin ~0.25 mile walk. Despite being off the grid, many amenities still available. Kids thought it would be tough without TV or electronic entertainment but they did just fine!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dan F.

4 June 2022

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Cozy canin

Cozy little cabin off the beaten path. Hike in was easy even with an infant, 3 and 6 year old. Quiet and sceduled, but easy trip to town and parks.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anita G., DULUTH

4 September 2021

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Nothing typical here

We enjoyed the unique experience of Ferny Fern. The short hike to the cabin was invigorating and added to the excitement of what we’d find ahead. Packing lite was freeing! It was also convenient to be 10 minutes from Grand Marais. A hammock nap after hiking was heavenly as was standing on the porch stargazing at night. We were all curious about the off-grid aspect of this place and it was obvious the owners had done their research. Everything was as they described.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

MIchele Cheli

1 September 2021

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The short 5 minute walk applies only if there has been no rain and are carrying nothing. If you are in good health and like to hike this is the place for you. Cabin is beautifully done and comfortable when you arrive. Could use some hand or rope rails and benches on the path for older groups of travelers.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne I.

13 August 2021

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Just a suggestion

I’d add some Kleenex and put in a mirror. Otherwise it was well thought out and we enjoyed it! Beautiful place and adorable cabin.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

nicole j.

4 August 2021

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Amazing stay! We will be back.

We loved everything about this stay! From the moment we booked and began corresponding with Colette and Justin, we knew we were in for a treat. They sent a thorough message with all of the information we needed to know for the trip - supplies provided and needed, special directions, cleaning requirements etc.. They were also incredibly accommodating and flexible with some of our special requests. When we arrived at the cabin it was even better than expected and more beautiful than pictures can capture. Every detail in this home was thoughtfully planned out and very space had a mixed purpose of comfort and functionality. It felt spacious, homey and very clean. The decor was beautiful, beds comfortable and all amenities needed were provided. The setup for dishes worked great and I can't say enough about the compost toilet/bathroom area! It was incredibly clean and there were zero smells or bugs. We loved the wrap around deck where we enjoyed coffee and cards games. We also loved the bonfire pit where we listened to the sounds of the woods while enjoying a bevy. Hammocks were a nice touch to enjoy a quick snooze in the afternoon. It was just under 10 minutes to Grand Marais for easy access to fun restaurants, breweries and of course beaches. We were only there a couple of nights and did not have a chance to explore the property or use the beautiful outdoor solar shower but we absolutely plan to come back again (and again). Thank you for creating such a peaceful, beautiful place to enjoy the beauty of the North Woods! We very much appreciated our time and will cherish the memories.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

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