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The Skolhaus, your Cozy family-sized base camp, on the trails in Lutsen!

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7107 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Lutsen, MN
  • Lutsen Mountains
    13 min walk
  • Alpine Slide
    19 min walk
  • Hopped Up Caribou Beer Festival at Caribou Highlands Lodge
    5 min walk
  • Grand Marais, MN (GRM-Cook County)
    45 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.

The Skolhaus, your Cozy family-sized base camp, on the trails in Lutsen!

Downhill skiing? Hiking? Adventure bike rides? Whatever your favorite family outdoor adventure, your stay in our cozy 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhome located at Caribou Highlands Lodge is your basecamp at the center of everything the North Shore, located very near the trails and activity centers. Did I mention cross country skiing? How about Alpine Slide and the mountain top Gondola? Enjoying the amazing Lake Superior shore (brrr!)? We are slopeside at Lutsen Mountains Ski Area and just minutes from the big blue waters of Lake Superior. Enjoy meals at home with a fully equipped kitchen and bbq grill on the deck. Community amenities include indoor and outdoor pools, spa, playground, walking trails, Moguls Grille (that patio though!!).
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Superior National Forest. Enjoy features like an indoor pool, a gym, and a spa tub. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • Take a swim in the indoor and outdoor pools or soak in the spa tub
  • Amenities include a car charging station
  • Onsite recreation includes a gym, a sauna, and ski-in/ski-out access
  • Steps from Superior National Forest and 13 minutes by foot from Lutsen Mountains
This vacation home offers its guests an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, ski-in/ski-out access, and a spa tub. A fitness center, a sauna, and barbecue grills are also featured at this vacation home.

Property manager

David and Kristin (Burns) Finigan 651-274-5034

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby
  • Ski-in/ski-out access

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Heated pool
  • A hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker
  • Paper towels
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness centre
  • Snow sports gear
  • Golf on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Sledging nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Ice skating 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: 1150 sq ft (107 sq m)

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 10:00 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 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Family-friendly and we love children

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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.

The Skolhaus, your Cozy family-sized base camp, on the trails in Lutsen! Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

ann m.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Disappointment
We were greeted with leftover food in the frig and cupboard, a toilet that didn’t work, and a general feel of less than clean. Which was too bad, because the place could have been nice. Space was good, location was good… it just felt tired and dingy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun ski trip in March
We enjoyed staying here! Skiing in and out was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Carey B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
Location was great and nice to have a restaurant to walk to on the property. The condo was cozy and had a nice layout. It was a little dated and the upstairs bathroom shower was clogged so we had to use the downstairs shower. We did report this and maintenance was to be notified but we never heard anything back again from maintenance before we left the property. Otherwise everything was fine and we enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Elise M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Location, Location, Location!
We were excited to find this property in our desired location, perfect for our family of 6 and grandma, with great reviews. We arrived at 4:30pm after a long travel day and appreciated the easy check-in process. However, we quickly noticed signs of wear and tear, which wasn’t surprising for a short-term rental, despite the listing stating it was new. During unpacking, we found cleanliness issues: black mold on the shower curtain liner, dirty toilet bowls, and dog fur throughout the unit. We removed the moldy liner and tried to overlook the other issues as it was late. The next day, after enjoying activities on the North Shore, we returned to the unit. At this time we found the upstairs toilet would leak significantly when flushed. We stopped using this toilet for the rest of the stay after checking for more leaks. We also experienced the water pressure drop nearly to no flow, especially on the upper levels. We reported these concerns to the owners after putting the kids to bed. They thanked us for the feedback and assured us the cleaning crew would address these issues for future guests. We checked out the next morning. Despite these issues, the property’s location is fantastic and has great potential. With improved cleaning and maintenance, it could be an excellent place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Nicolas W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good ski lodge
Was a good stay. My boys were able to ski right from the lodge. I work in the vacation rental industry, and see a lot of units. Photos are exactly how the unit looked and felt. Our boys had the basement to themselves, and all were comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot in fantastic location
It is a great spot for skiing, hiking, and biking. Highly recommend it to anyone. Had a fantastic stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved having a private sauna, along with free firewood for the fireplace. They were amazing for warming up after being on the slopes!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

roger r.

Liked: Cleanliness
fall colors trip
Everything was just fine
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
We really enjoyed our stay in this nice townhouse. The location is great with beautiful views and quick access to many trails and recreation.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason T.

Liked: Cleanliness
As advertised
No complaints. The unit is as-advertised. It was clean and had everything we needed to cook meals as well as warm up with a fire and in the sauna after a day in the cold. We would book it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Trip
The four of girls had a blast! We stopped at Black Sand Beach which was right on the way. During our stay we hiked at Cascade Falls, went to North Shore Winery, Grand Marias, and took the Gondola ride! We enjoyed playing the games that were at the VRBO and having our own sauna/spa night in. Thanks for the stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Bethany M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great spot to jump on some hiking trails, swim, and hang out with family or friends!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dale M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay and play!
Stayed at this beautiful spot for a golf trip. The property is as described. In a great location and close to amenities. There was plenty of room for four guys to hang and the unit is well stocked. Kristin and David were great to work with and the check in process was easy and efficient. Thanks again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Odessa G.

Beautiful location
Beautiful location but unfortunately the process of checking in was extremely annoying. Checkin was at 4:00pm, we did not have access until 7:00pm. Three hours is a very long time with three kids who have been in the car for a long time. The condo was small and the the toilets didn’t flush, the water pressure in the shower was nonexistent, the furniture was poor and the beds were uncomfortable. Additionally, we couldn’t lock the door when leaving. For the price point the condo was not up to par and when combined with the communication from the owner it was an unpleasant experience. For this price we will not be staying here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just right for us
Clean, comfortable, convenient for my husband and me, our adult son, and our 11 year old grandson.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway!
We had a great weekend in Lutsen! The property was great for our family and had all the amenities we could need! We used the pool and hot tub, sauna and fitness center. The restaurant on site was great too with live music in the evenings as well. David was super easy to reach with questions and responded quickly to all of our questions!! Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023