An adjacent golf course, a firepit, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Facowie Lodge - (Loon Lodge), Premier Lodging near Crane Lake, MN. Adventurous travelers may like the kayaking at this cabin. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire cabin
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 793 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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About this property
Facowie Lodge - (Loon Lodge), Premier Lodging near Crane Lake, MN
Facowie (pronounced Fa-cow-wee, named after a lost Indian Tribe) Lodge is a wilderness retreat is located just Northwest of Buyck right off the main thoroughfare of Crane Lake Road approximately 5 miles before the town of Crane Lake.
This two-unit home (this unit Loon Lodge, VRBO listing 4544341and the other unit Grand Lodge, VRBO listing 4553868, can be rented separate or combined for a larger group) is beautifully situated over a small tranquil lake called Kabustasa right across from Echo Lake. It is a very peaceful setting without all of the hustle and bustle of a large resort. The lodge is set up for accommodations for the outdoor enthusiast, family vacations or business retreats.
Both lodges are set up as two bedroom units with one having a larger living area. They are both tastefully decorated in a Northern Minnesota style and nicely furnished with an "up north" theme. They can each easily accommodate up to 4-7 people and an adjoining door can be opened up to accommodate larger groups. The lodge is angled so that is has a full view of the small picturesque lake and has some gorgeous sunsets to the west across the lake.
The area is filled with many outdoor adventures and activities to do. There are many types of adventures that can be found in the area, including hiking, site seeing, boating, blueberry picking, bird watching, wildlife sightings, hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, 4 wheeling and the list goes on!
Google Earth is a great program that allows you to zoom from the sky to have a bird's eye view of Kabustassa Lake and see the beautiful area surrounding Facowie Lodge. This is a free download software package that allows you to the terrain and all of the lakes. Our Lodge is located right off of a paved highway so it is easily to locate and very accessible.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the cabin: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Phone
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near a zoo
Near the marina
Next to a golf course
On a lake
On a river
On the waterfront
Things to do
Kayak
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing 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)
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
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Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
About the neighborhood
Located in Orr, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Crane Lake Channel and Timbuktu Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Superior National Forest and Echo Lake. Water skiing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Orr travel guide
Is Facowie Lodge - (Loon Lodge), Premier Lodging near Crane Lake, MN pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Facowie Lodge - (Loon Lodge), Premier Lodging near Crane Lake, MN?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Facowie Lodge - (Loon Lodge), Premier Lodging near Crane Lake, MN?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Facowie Lodge - (Loon Lodge), Premier Lodging near Crane Lake, MN located?
Situated in Orr, this golf cabin is within a 5-minute walk of Superior National Forest and Echo Lake. Crane Lake Channel and Crane Lake Ranger Station are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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Facowie Lodge - (Loon Lodge), Premier Lodging near Crane Lake, MN Reviews
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This is a great cabin for my friend and I as we were there to spend a week lake hopping around the area. The cabin was clean and had everything needed to make our trip fun and comfortable.
The property is an absolutely perfect way to explore the area, and have a nice, quiet spot to go to relax. We loved the sunsets, the cabin was beautiful, and the outdoor sitting area/fire pit was a favorite spot to end our evenings. Loved everything about it!
This property was everything we could have asked for! It was clean and absolutely beautiful! It was a perfect set up for all of us. Everything we needed was there. Just right off the Echo Trail. We will stay again for sure!
The place is clean and extremely well kept. The communication with the prorerty owner was wonderful, there for you if needed. The cabin was updated and everything needed was there. A/C was fantastic. We will be back!
The lodge was perfect with every need and convenience met. We cooked most meals at the lodge and everything needed was provided in the kitchen. The internet was high speed and the TV had every channel imaginable.
We especially enjoyed the view from the deck and also the fire pit. We loved the very dark night sky - perfect for star gazing. It was so quiet and peaceful!
The owner was very responsive and went the extra mile to make our stay perfect.
We enjoyed the NPS boat tour at Voyager’s National Park, the wolf center in Ely, hiking and biking. Beautiful region of the USA. A wonderful and relaxing week.
We definitely intend to return for another visit to the lodge.
My stay was even better than I anticipated! I felt right at home with the comfortable accommodations and full-service kitchen that had everything I needed to cook. Dave is a really responsive host and is very much a part of the local community, which makes it easier to get to know the owner and the regulars at the tavern just steps away from the property. The view of the lake was incredible, especially at dawn and dusk, and it was a great place to see all kinds of migratory birds!
David was great with communicating. Very quick to respond. We rented both Loon and Grand. Beautiful place to stay. It had everything we could want - great parking, kitchen was well stocked, as was the bedroom, bathroom and the entire lodge. Great location too. Snowmobile trails were very close.
We stayed for three nights in the Loon Lodge. The lodge is very clean, well-equipped, and the property owners are great communicators! The view from the deck is beautiful, peaceful, and the area loons sang to us while we enjoyed our morning coffee. We would stay here again!
A little gem. Stayed over New Year’s Eve. Great stay if winter is your thing. Silence was unlike anything I have ever experienced. A great dark sky to look at stars (when clouds don’t obscure…) Dave and Jill are terrific hosts
Everything was as expected. The property was further away from the water and closer to a main highway than we anticipated.
It was really nice to have the entire property to ourselves but we were all a bit disappointed to see we had gotten the smaller cabin even though no one else was staying there. We were there for 3 full days
As the only woman with my husband, our two strapping young sons, and our dog, I could’ve used a little more space.
The ambiance was typical Northern Minnesota cabin-style. Real log furniture throughout. Real uncomfortable log furniture throughout.
We really appreciated the extra blankets, kitchen towels, and extra pillows.
We would have probably come back had we been given the larger cabin. That just left a sour taste in my mouth.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review
2/10 Terrible
Gopalan N.
23 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
Renting out a property requires taking responsibility
Loon Lodge is a spacious and reasonably well-furnished accommodation. Unfortunately, that is where the praise has to stop. There were too many things wrong after this that put this property on our "do not go" list.
Let me start with the biggest issue. We were kept awake half of the night of Aug 19-20 because of a faulty smoke alarm that went off twice starting at about 1:30 a.m. We spent about an hour and a half outside the lodge waiting for the fire department to show up twice to check the the premises out. Eventually they had to yank out the smoke detector before we could sleep. Our plans for the next day were completely shot, including a boat trip in Voyageur National Park for which we had bought tickets in advance. The lodge owner "apologized" for this problem, but that does not cut it. Smoke alarms need to be checked and replaced periodically, it is not acceptable to do this only when they exhibit faulty behavior, especially when you have someone else staying on the property and paying good money for the stay. The lodge owner is yet to take responsibility and make amends; it is especially irksome that the only "responsibility" he has taken is to inform us after we have left that the smoke alarm was really faulty and has now been replaced!
Other things indicate a similar lack of responsibility. The "Guest Information" is rather out-of-date. It should also not be describing activities 100 miles away, such as at Rainy Lake. Space limits listing other issues.