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Private 3+ acre retreat w/firepit, located .2 miles from premier beach/trailhead

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On the beach
Property grounds
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Smart TV, table football, music library, stereo
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14418 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Cohasset, MN
  • Tioga Beach and Picnic Area
    3 min drive
  • Pokegama Lake
    4 min drive
  • Blackwater Lake
    7 min drive
  • Grand Rapids, MN (GPZ-Itasca County)
    13 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Private 3+ acre retreat w/firepit, located .2 miles from premier beach/trailhead

Hillcrest is a private, spacious 4 bedroom home nestled high on a hill surrounded by wooded privacy. The vaulted ceilings, towering windows, hardwood floors, and massive granite kitchen island will make this space ideal for a large group, such as a corporate or family retreat, or a single family. You'll love the close proximity to the areas premier amenities including Tioga Beach/boat launch (4mn walk on private trail) and Tioga Mountain Bike Trailhead (4mn by bike), 3 golf courses, Grand Rapids' myriad amenities, and of course, over 1,000 lakes in the county. The loft is a great place to look at the views, relax on the large sectional, and enjoy the fireplace. Included are 4 Smart TVs, a foosball table, and state-of-the-art Sonos sound system. The large driveway will accommodate space for multiple RVs, boats, bikes, etc. as well as lots of green space for tents. Suggest bringing indoor walking shoes/slippers for the hardwood floors.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of Tioga Beach and Picnic Area. You'll find features like a spa tub and an arcade/game room. Free WiFi and a jetted tub are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 3 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Tioga Beach and Picnic Area and a few minutes from Pokegama Lake
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find a spa tub, barbecue grills, and an arcade/game room. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Eric J Gunderson

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Combined shower/bath
  • Jetted
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Table football
  • Games room
  • Music library
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Hunting nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 4500 sq ft (418 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 30
Long-term renters welcome
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Private 3+ acre retreat w/firepit, located .2 miles from premier beach/trailhead Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 17 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alisha L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best rental ever
My family booked Eric’s beautiful rental for a quick weekend getaway. We have rented multiple different properties throughout Minnesota over the years, and most of the group mentioned how much they loved this one. The features of the home were amazing, the location was beautiful, we enjoyed the privacy, the home fit all 13 of us, and there was always something for us to do. I also really appreciated Eric accommodating us when we asked if we could check in a bit earlier. Eric gave great instructions, and was very communicative through out our stay and assisted us with all of the questions we had. We definitely will be back. Thanks so much Eric for being such a great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded but easy access to Grand Rapids
Spacious enough for a group of 5 to spend quiet time. The kitchen island made a great dining table, the table by the bar was to far from the kitchen. Loft was great space but the furniture was horrible (to soft). Night sky is beautiful out the kitchen windows. AC was perfect and consistent thru out. If you bring a dog make sure it is on a leash, people in the area do not use leashes. Also for bears at night. We had a great 5 days and check out Judy Garlands house with Children's Museum.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

kim z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
Our large group enjoyed being able to spread out in the spacious house. My daughter arrived before me and txt to the group “this place is massive!” She wasn’t wrong! Had every thing we could imagine we needed. If there was an issue Eric was quick to respond. Would definitely stay again. Thanks for a great home base for our family!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

T V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent House!
I had a reunion for all of our family. So we needed a place that is isolated for outdoor activities, large enough for 10+ adults, and close enough to accommodate golfing, fishing, and other fun things. This place was extremely quiet, property was so surrounded by trees so we didn't have to worry about noise. Will definitely rent again if we ever need to be back in that area!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Stay
Fit our needs, great property and location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paulette D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Golden wedding anniversary party.
Our Stay at Hillcrest was fabulous. A large home with everything you need to have a party. Best equipped Kitchen I have ever had in a Vrbo rental. The owner of the property is a wonderful guy. I would recommend this property over everything in the whole area. Location is fabulous everything is within a 7 mile radius. Thank you for everything Eric. You have a wonderful property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darla N.

Liked: Cleanliness
North
We are Repeat renters here-- AND BECAUSE ITS Awesome !! location, size, great communication with Owner, Beautiful well taken care of property... We WILL rent again !
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Trevor Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Multi-family home
End of August stay. Home is big with ample room for multi-family; very clean and well-stocked. We tried to figure out the sound system ( didn't really want to purchase or cancel apps) but didn't- not a big deal. Would have been nice to be able to park our ride in a garage. Trail is at end of road. One nice day trip is the Joyce estate in Chippewa National Forrest- hiking and history- good find.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A comfortable and enjoyable stay!
Our stay included 9 adults and 2 children and the house provided plenty of space both inside and out. We spent many hours around the bonfire pit and easily enjoyed cooking and eating meals together in the large kitchen. It was a short walk, less than 10 minutes, to the beach which included access to a trail and a playground. The house was well equipped and the host, Eric, was very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H., Glenwood, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home with enough room for everyone
This home is very large and absolutely beautiful. It was perfect for our large group which consisted of 4 families. The bunk room downstairs was a great option for the kids. The master suite is amazing. Communication with the host was easy, and check in was simple. The house was very clean and had the most beautiful, well-stocked kitchen. We enjoyed the huge fire pit and the close proximity to the park and beach. The kids loved the driveway loop for riding their bikes. We had a wonderful time and we were very happy to have this beautiful property as our home base. Would absolutely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Farhana K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway to enjoy the north woods and all the lakes!
What a beautiful home to host our group of 7. The rooms had everything to make us feel at home. The designs and the features are truly incredible. We definitely will love to come back! We explored the Tioga recreational area and swam/paddle boarded in the Iron pit almost everyday during our stay. There is a pathway to the Tioga beach at the end of the Hillcrest drive. My boys went out fishing everyday at Pokegama and caught some northern pikes. We hiked the Joyce estates trail and enjoyed the north woods. Eric is a wonderful host- he was very prompt in communicating when we reached out. He provided great tips about fishing, swimming and hiking around the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wade Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
July Stay
Property was well cared for and Eric was great in communicating everything we needed for a great stay! Beautiful home, would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tica H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cohasset get away
The facility was in excellent condition, very clean. The 4 bedrooms plus the bunk room provided plenty of space for us to spread out. Once there, it was a little way from the lake, but walkable and safe. It was also near a bike trail which I rode into Grand Rapids. The washer, wasn't working properly when I used it, and luckily the wasp nest on the swingset was not a factor when the toddlers played on it. We had planned 2 dinners on the grill, however the propane ran out after 1 and there was no spare available. I would stay here again. Left some items behind,texted the owner, never heard from the owner after we'd departed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous
Very spacious house. Huge fridge. Loved the privacy and the easy accessibility to the public beach. Eric graciously supplied us with a few extras - garden hose, extension cords and even a toddler wagon. Perfect place for a large family
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clayton P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
Away from the road, spacious house, great fire pit
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra L.

Liked: Cleanliness
great
it was very awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

darren o., Great Falls mb

Liked: Cleanliness
Really really nice stay
My wife, Tiffany and I were very impressed with this home. Huge, spacious. We brought our two cats, which is sometimes tough to find a place. But Eric was a great host. It snowed in April here, but we loved the peacefulness, watching tv and relaxing. Will rent here again, if given the chance, for sure. 5 stars easy. The shower, bedrooms, sound system...awesome!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023