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Off grid yurt in birding area, access to state rec trail and Whiteface river

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
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Interior
Fireplace, books
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 442.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

Explore the area

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Meadowlands, MN
  • Saint Louis River
    8 min drive
  • Echo Valley MotoCross Track
    46 min drive
  • Black Bear Casino
    57 min drive
  • Hibbing, MN (HIB-Chisholm-Hibbing)
    44 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Off grid yurt in birding area, access to state rec trail and Whiteface river

Looking for a unique year round experience?
Check out our charming 24' yurt, nestled in the heart of the Sax Zim Bog birding area.
6 miles from the bog visitor center.

The adjacent state recreation trail is available year round for hiking, cross country skiing, UTV and snowmobile use.
The Whiteface River has access to fishing, canoeing and kayaking via our primary property.
The yurt is an ideal starting point for your northern Minnesota explorations.
Perfect for folks seeking a one-of-a-kind experience.
The yurt sleeps four comfortably in an open living area. There is a room divider for a little privacy.
Dining table seating for four.
Some kitchen amenities provided.
Stay cozy and warm with a wood stove and propane heater.
We provide refrigerator, linens, towels, potable and wash water, heated outhouse, toilet paper, garbage removal, outdoor gas grill, and bonfire area.

*There is no shower for winter guests at this time*

Keep in mind a yurt is a type of tent.
You will hear plenty of birds, owls, coyotes, wolves and wildlife.
There will be occasional outside noise from the road, the distant train, and from the state trail.

**The state trail can get busy with UTVs on the weekends in the summer.**

Convenient parking available at our primary property. An easy two-minute walk. The trail can get muddy in the spring and summer and icy in the winter. Please be advised of local weather conditions and plan accordingly.
There is a wagon available or the hosts would be happy to assist you.
Not only are we located in the Sax Zim Bog birding area, we are within 40 minutes to Duluth, Grand Rapids, and the Iron Range towns. 1.5 hours from Ely and the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.
Gas, ice, and groceries within 20 miles.
The yurt is conveniently located near a few bar/restaurants where you will be treated like a local and will enjoy delicious food and drinks.

This stay is best suited for four nights or fewer. However we are happy to accommodate longer stays, please reach out to to make longer stay arraignments.

Hosts are available for any questions you may have.
  • The cabin offers a kitchenette, a fireplace, and a patio
  • Amenities include a water dispenser
  • 31.3 mi (50.4 km) from Mississippi River and 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Saint Louis River
This cabin offers its guests barbecue grills and a water dispenser. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Meadowlands cabin is smoke free.

Property manager

Megan

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchenette

  • Fridge
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Gas grills
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Kayaking on site
  • Boating on site
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing 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)

General

  • Recycling
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Unit size: 452 sq ft (42.0 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: You must let host know if you bring your pet!

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Note from host: Please contact host ahead of time for approval
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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.

Off grid yurt in birding area, access to state rec trail and Whiteface river Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ezra b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Yurt
Great place in the woods . Very comfortable place to spend some time . Lots of wildlife Deff have to spend more time next time we are up north
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
We had a blast even in a short time staying at the yurt. We’ll be back to stay longer next time. Yurt has more than what you need as far as “camping”. Very relaxing and listening/seeing the wildlife within few steps from the yurt.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Short stay but great stay
We only stayed one night, but if we are in that area again we would love to stay there again! We immediately felt at ease after meeting the host. They are great!!! And the yurt was amazing as well!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Desiree A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolute Magic!
My family and I had the most amazing stay at the yurt. It is truly a magical experience. Megan was so communicative, kind, and helpful from check in to check out. The yurt is stunning and set in a beautiful wooded setting. The bed was comfy, and there was everything you could possibly think to want in it. Megan is so incredibly thoughtful about absolutely everything. If you are looking for a unique and memorable experience, this is it. My 6 year old said it was his favorite thing we did all summer. We did not want to leave, and will be back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal J.

Liked: Cleanliness
I fell in love with The Yurt
Picture this. You wake up in a king-size bed on lush, high thread count sheets and under a blanket that takes you back to winter in kindergarten where you felt cozy and safe. You stretch and wash your face in a pristine porcelain facebowl, and the towel you press to your face is the consistency of the center of a fresh buttery croissant. Then you walk outside, and you're the only one for miles. There are no humans. No neighbors. No profanity-laced arguments from fellow travelers. Only nature and oxygen-enriched air that has undertones of freshly cut pine trees. Because you literally are in the middle of a forest. You look up and you see the Aurora Borealis. As the sun begins to gently caress the horizon, you hear a whisper. Could be a squirrel. Could be a woodpecker. Could be a deer. And as the morning progresses, you're ready to go out adventuring, and everything you want to see is within a traffic-free, 20-minute drive. What I just described, what I just experienced first-hand, was more than just some yurt in the woods. This was a 5-star experience. Opulence, decadence, convenience, coziness, peace, privacy, natural. When I told friends I'd be staying in a yurt for 11 days, they assumed a certain kind of rustic experience. I'd be embarrassed to tell them I lived better than I do in my own home, better towels, better sheets, better bed, even the bathroom is bigger than my own (seriously, you could throw a dinner party in the bathroom it's so spacious). This was a resort.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justyne

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun getaway
The yurt was clean and had everything we needed for the weekend. Host communicated well and was available for all our questions. Plenty of hiking trails nearby to keep us busy. If going this summer remember your bug spray! They are brutal this year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful yurt!! Highly recommend!
Absolutely loved this property. Megan was so sweet and helpful. The yurt was beautiful and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great 1 night stay for road trip instead of busy Duluth
Had a wonderful stay in a gorgeous yurt. The owner was super friendly and everything was easy to find and lots of thoughtful items at the yurt. Loved hearing the birds and wolves. Way better alternative than Duluth if you are road tripping! Their friendly visiting cat was an added bonus and the kids loved visiting with him as he came by. Will definitely stay again next time we drive through.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather M., Bainbridge Island, WA

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun place!
Adorable room with a lovely outhouse!! Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional stay
It was a short stay but they made it wonderful. Lots of traffic of ATV on state trail but that’s not their fault. We still had silence and bird sounds.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Callan

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michaela G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for a spring weekend
The yurt is perfect, with all the amenities for a relaxed stay in nature. The owners have provided all the access to power, water, heating to make it like a well appointed hotel room, but in the country and with windows all around. I could happily watch the sky through the skylight for hours.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

keith h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Experience
Yurt was an anwesome experience! First, the Yurt is pretty big- my family of 4 plus a dog were comfortable in there- it’s warm, you can hear the outside world really well, great beds and bedding, very cool structure, thoughtful decor and books and games- it’s an experience! The host Megan is very cool- informative available. It is very private, it’s near many exploring opportunities, we explored state forest land nearby and barely scratched the surface of the birdwatching world. I recommend- for as long as you can. We went one night andwe felt reconnected quickly- wish we were there for a week.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

brenda g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bird watching getaway
Megan and Aaron have the most amazing yurt. We came up for 2 nights to check out the Sax-Zim Bog. We were greeted immediately upon arrival and stepped into the nice warm yurt with a fire burning. They thought of all the details with this yurt. It is beautiful and cozy. We couldn’t have asked for better hosts. My only regret is not staying another night just so we could spend more time in this cozy space as they have surrounded it with bird feeders to watch the local birds.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan H., Saint Peter, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location, wonderful hosts
Megan and Aaron are awesome. They clearly put a lot of thought and planning into the yurt, and the resulting experience is truly outstanding. If you are looking for close access to the SZB, this is by far the best option. PLUS, there are feeders outside the yurt, so you do not even need to leave the site to do some birding if you are inclined. The space is warm and cozy and provides an experience that surrounds you with nature but with many conveniences.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregg D.

Liked: Cleanliness
First stay in a yurt
Aaron and Megan welcomed us and showed us the basics of living in a yurt. The wood stove, the propane heater, and excellent bedding kept us warm on two very cold nights. The heated outhouse was a special bonus. We spent two days birding at the Sax-Zim Bog, which is very close. I was worried about the tire pressure warning my the car, with noplace near to get the pressure checked. Aaron added air the to the tires, that were fine. That's unusually wonderful service! Gregg
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn E.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Yurt at Sax Zim Bog
The yurt was adorable! It was much larger then I expected and yet perfectly cozy. It had everything we needed for our stay. I really appreciated the pour over coffee and snack basket. The owners were very nice and helped guide us to the yurt when we arrived after dark. It might seem silly but I was very impressed with the spacious heated outhouse (lol). We would love to turn this into an annual trip! The bog welcome center is just a few minutes drive away making this the perfect place to stay to visit the Sax Zim Bog.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thea A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
Everything was perfect. I stayed with my dog for one night and wish we could have stayed longer. It was the perfect getaway for the weekend and the yurt was amazing. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shanda F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location and Fun Experience for Sax-Zim Bog
Historically, I've stayed in Grand Rapids or Duluth, MN when I visit the bog. I saw this listing and jumped at the chance. The closer stay made a positive difference in my Sax-Zim Bog routine. With this location, you can be out birding..drop someone off...and head back out for more birding. I'd come back for a solo stay. I like that I could get up early, come back for a quick nap and lunch, and then head back out to catch late afternoon-dusk photos/birds. The property has character and charm. The yurt is a really fun and neat experience. I had never stayed in a yurt until this trip. I had a non-outdoorsy person in tow and it was a really positive experience for them. I also liked the proximity to the restaurants I frequent (cafe off the highway and bar and grill in Meadowlands). The hosts were amazing! Really nice people. I will definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent, Woodbury

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suellen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect. Simply perfect.
Came to the yurt for a birding adventure at Sax Zim Bog. This yurt is so cute and cozy. Bed was comfy, wood stove and heater kept me plenty warm. Host was very helpful! They started a fire in the wood stove for me both days, so when I arrived at the yurt the fire was waiting for me and the yurt was nice and warm. I will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

jessie f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
We will definitely be back. The hosts were fantastic and helpful. The yurt was warm and cozy. The outside bathroom was clean and heated. Cons: I had to hear my husband talk about wanting to build his own yurt for the next week and a half!! 😜 😆 But we did have a great time. It was my husband and I and our 18 yr old dtr . During the day we toured Sax Zim Bog . After a cold day, it was nice to come back to a warm yurt.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaide R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Yurt stay for birding
I took a solo trip with my dog for some birding in the bog. The yurt was super cozy and the hosts had a fire started for me when I arrived. Very clean and the hosts were excellent. They had some feeders right outside the yurt window, too!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024