Peterson Bay Lodge: 10% off a 2025 week booked by Jan 25; Includes prime summer!

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
3 bedrooms, travel cot, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Cohasset, MN
  • Blackwater Lake
    9 min drive
  • Tioga Beach and Picnic Area
    15 min drive
  • Pokegama Lake
    15 min drive
  • Grand Rapids, MN (GPZ-Itasca County)
    17 min drive

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About the area

Grand Rapids

A family-friendly stay in Grand Rapids awaits you at this lodge. You'll be 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Mississippi River and 6.2 km (3.9 mi) from Blackwater Lake. Highlights at this beachfront lodge include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site ski-in/ski-out access and gym. Plus you'll find barbecues. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this Grand Rapids lodge include Tioga Beach and Picnic Area and Pokegama Lake.

What's nearby

  • Blackwater Lake - 9 min drive
  • Pokegama Lake - 15 min drive
  • The Myles Reif Center Performing Arts Center - 16 min drive
  • Judy Garland Museum - 16 min drive
  • Pokegama Golf Course - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Peterson Bay Lodge: 10% off a 2025 week booked by Jan 25; Includes prime summer!

Summer/Fall/Holidays in 2025 booking now. Summer rents by the week only from Friday to Friday. Its not too early to grab the great summer weeks open as I have several return customers already booking 4 of the prime weeks.

Please note: If you book 7 nights or more for a stay in May thru December 2025 your stay is 10% off. This Early Bird special is in place until the end of January 2025 as I know many families look at this over the year end holidays. I mainly rent from Memorial day to MEA weekend which is the 3rd weekend in October. But I also rent for Christmas and New Years for your family holiday get away. All available dates have the 10 % early bird discount for a week booking in place automatically in the system.

I also rent a Forester Fisher 18 foot pontoon by the week only. Prices vary on whether its prime summer vs spring/fall so contact me for details. See pics.

My place is a highly rated Norway pine lodge on a sand beach and crystal clear Little Bass Lake! Great fishing from the docks, diving dock or out on this deep lake (72 feet). Kayaks, canoe, paddleboat and paddleboard provided.

I have a Four season hand-scribed log home on Little Bass lake on a private 5.0 acre lot at end of dead end road. Only 1 distant neighbor. Interior finished with knotty pine ceiling and Australian Cyprus wood floors, and Tamarack paneling. Full kitchen including fridge, freezer, dishwasher, microwave, stove, oven and center island. Watch the stars from the large deck facing the quiet bay at the South end of Little Bass Lake. There is good fishing right from docks. A-Frame vaulted ceilings with master BR and bath in loft. Main floor has 2 large bedrooms, full bathroom, kitchen and great room and has a 4 season porch that is great for family meals any time of year. The walkout basement is unfinished but there are laundry facilities and an elliptical for use by guests.

The campfire pit makes an excellent spot for conversation, singalongs and S'mores. Firewood provided.

A 150-acre 70 foot deep lake, Little Bass has an abundant fishery including northern pike, large mouth bass, good crappie fishing, and even the occasional walleye. You will want to fish for walleye early or late as its such a clear body of water:)

See the beach pics. Sand beach for building sand castles and sand bottom out to 5 feet. There is a diving dock platform to swim or kayak to.

There is also great cross country skiing, downhill skiing/tubing, hiking and bike trail system close by in the Chippewa National Forest. Just google Itasca county trails or Mount Itasca to find them

Broadband wireless internet and basic cable TV included with a smart tv for streaming. A public boat access on lake makes it convenient to launch your boat. Plenty of dock space for your boat on the docks at my property. I do have a pontoon but will only rent to people I have talked to and can be assured know how to operate it. If interested please let me know.

Thanks! Randy

Ps: my cleaners are excellent and sanitize all surfaces. I’ve received many compliments.

PPS: Sustainable practices: In addition to recycling bins in the basement which are clearly labeled, you are coming to a Forest and I love trees. You will see that I have planted many white and red pines on the property and that I nurture them. And though I try to insure a view of the lake from the lodge, I have worked hard not to cut down any more trees that necessary in the building process. So I think of my lodge as my 'treehouse'. Trees as you know take carbon out of the atmosphere. And of course looking at their beauty in addition to the water and blue skies always makes me feel calm and at ease. There are views of the lake from lodge but it is also very forest like and private at the lodge. A short walk to the beach gives you the full beach and lake experience.

Property manager

Randy Peterson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Firepit
  • On a lake
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas

More

  • Note from host: Smoking ok outside but not in the loghome or deck
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Living room
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 9:30 AM

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
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Pets stay off beds/furniture-pet fee charged

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No parties, no excessive noise, no fireworks!
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: No parties, no excessive noise, no fireworks! For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Peterson Bay Lodge: 10% off a 2025 week booked by Jan 25; Includes prime summer!?

The closest beach to Peterson Bay Lodge: 10% off a 2025 week booked by Jan 25; Includes prime summer! is Tioga Beach and Picnic Area (5.9 km).

Does Peterson Bay Lodge: 10% off a 2025 week booked by Jan 25; Includes prime summer! have a pool?

No, this lodge doesn't have a pool.

Is Peterson Bay Lodge: 10% off a 2025 week booked by Jan 25; Includes prime summer! family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and a BBQ, as well as highchairs and travel cots, it's no surprise that Peterson Bay Lodge: 10% off a 2025 week booked by Jan 25; Includes prime summer! is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Peterson Bay Lodge: 10% off a 2025 week booked by Jan 25; Includes prime summer!?

No, Peterson Bay Lodge: 10% off a 2025 week booked by Jan 25; Includes prime summer! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Peterson Bay Lodge: 10% off a 2025 week booked by Jan 25; Includes prime summer!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 9:30 AM.

Peterson Bay Lodge: 10% off a 2025 week booked by Jan 25; Includes prime summer! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 98 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 98 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 98 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 98 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin getaway
Had a wonderful time, had everything we needed and loved the little beach. Great fishing, nice lake for tubing, clear water.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion at the Lake
My family and I rented Randy's beautiful lake house for a week this summer. The house was as lovely as described on the Vrbo website. Appreciate that Randy was in contact with us to make sure everything was to our satisfaction and that we arrived safely. His instructions for us were clear and thorough. Thank you, Randy, for sharing your house with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindi H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin in the woods
Beautiful property! Comfortable beds and plenty of space for our family! Screened in porch was wonderful and the spacious deck was a beautiful place to have coffee in the morning! The beach was sandy and the kids had fun fishing off the dock and swimming! We had a wonderful time and we had everything we needed at our fingertips! Thank you for a wonderful week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private and peaceful
Perfect place for our stay in northern Minnesota. Clean, quiet and very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Private Getaway
Had a great relaxing week at this nice log cabin lake home. Randy was a great host and communicated well with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Getaway
Wow, what a fabulous weekend getaway. The home and property are beautiful. Everything you need is available for a relaxing vacation. Enough space for a family or group of friends. Randy is one of the best property owners I’ve worked with. Easy to communicate with and very accommodating. We will be staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zarine M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Magical Retreat
We were completely enchanted by this log cabin oasis. Nestled just a short, 5min scenic walk away from a private lake beachfront, this home was an absolute dream. The trail to the beach is a curvy delight, and the house itself is both grand and cozy. It's a paradise for dogs and water lovers alike— with kayaks aplenty, and even a floating pontoon perfect for sunbathing. The kitchen is equipped for any culinary endeavor, but if you forget anything, fear not; grocery stores and Target/Walmart are conveniently nearby. A pro tip for future guests: bring a rolling cart to easily transport your beach/fishing gear to the sandy haven. Firewood is abundant, and we were even treated to a double rainbow over the house—just adding to the magical ambiance. We rounded out our evenings with family sunset cruises on the pontoon boat. Truly, this is a slice of heaven. Highly recommend for a memorable, enchanted getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Northern MN gateway
Our family had a great time at the Peterson Bay cabin! The property was secluded and tranquil yet close to town for amenities. Very clean! We enjoyed mornings on the spacious outdoor deck and evenings by the lake with beautiful views. Randy was very prompt with booking and providing info; very smooth process! Thankful we had this experience and would highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Travis P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Log Cabin in the Wood
Love the property and the seclusion. A beautiful lake is the icing on the cake. A fantastic spot for a group of friends to get together for the weekend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Elissa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Log cabin in the woods
What a beautiful log cabin in the woods to begin with! I also have to admit this was my 1st and guest's experience with Verbo/air- BNB! So wasn't quite sure what to expect nor do I have experience to compair to! The log cabin was stunning and quite modern, which made it an enjoyable experience. I did note each portable air conditioner had black mold in the vents! Not a bother to me but one in our party was/is sensitive so was of notice! I was very comforted knowing the cabin had working air conditioning if desired! The cabin layout, kitchen, multiple beds were steller! Pleanty of cooking space with plenty of kitchen equipment (pots/pans)! So appreciate that!!!! The "welcome letter" of dos and donts was in GREAT DEPTH...multiple pages! Related, I was unable to pull the letter up via email (maybe my error as I am not too tech savy) and should have read re-read in great dept PRIOR to arrival. Again, it was nice to have text/phone access to the owner for questions/clarification. Although, owner appeared to be annoyed by this even though voiced otherwise! (Which was of 3xs). opener/compliment which changed whole experience for all was the fact that the owner stayed on the property during our stay. He wasnt visually in our space but gave sense of HOVERING....noticed multiple camers in the home stated unplugged but didnt help. *lake is not within view of log cabin *1/2 block of rugged walk to lake *no boat access if bringing own boat from cabin & questionable if to this lake
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Family Getaway!
We had a great time at Randy’s beautiful log home. The place was very clean, beds were comfortable. My kids ranging in age from 8 to 18 all had a great time. My daughter filled the house with music playing the piano for us. I enjoyed my coffee on the peaceful deck and we enjoyed lots of family meals in the 3 season porch. Then bonfires in the evening to end the day. All the wood was cut, split and ready for us when we got there. We all really enjoyed the lake and beach. We were able to take the pontoon out fishing and for sunset cruises. We spent a ton of time swimming, jumping off the raft, kayaking, paddle boarding and just sitting on the beach. Randy was very responsive and eager to help with anything that we needed. We can’t wait to go back and make more memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and Relaxing!
We stayed Memorial weekend to kick off our summer and had a great time. We had 4 adults and 4 kids (ages 7-1.5). Randy was so accommodating and had great communication. It was so quiet and peaceful, I feel like we had the loudest kids at the lake. The little beach was great, the kids buried each other in the sand and rinsed off in the lake. We rented the pontoon for fishing and cruising and it was so nice to see the whole lake. The kids caught many fish off the docks and couldn’t have been happier. The house is cozy and we were all comfortable. We would definitely come back in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shanil A.

Liked: Cleanliness
A cozy and relaxing Thanksgiving stay
The property was cozy and relaxing. We were a group of 5 adults and 2 kids. We spent 4 days at the property and celebrated Thanksgiving. The location is very calm and quiet. The owner is very redponsive to communications. The peoperty is clean and equipped with all the facilities. We enjoyed our stay. Thank you Randy!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very beautiful!
Very relaxing area. House is beautiful and very clean. Huge deck, spacious master area, awesome season screened in porch. The owner was very easy to communicate with. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D., Green Bay, WI

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
We enjoyed our Labor Day weekend at the cabin! It’s a short walk through paths down to the lake but it’s super private and great place to hangout/relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy P., Golden Valley, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
great getaway for a family of 4!
We had a lovely weekend wrapping up summer with our 3.5 yr old and 10 mo old. The sandy beach was perfect and the lake water seemed really clean (for a lake!) - even with cloudy weather our toddler was more than happy to walk into the water and dig around in the sand. The little 1 min forest walk between the cabin and the lake turned out to be a perfect place for exploring and scavenger hunts. The cabin was great and Randy was incredibly communicative. While there isn't central AC, there were lots of fans and a few strategically placed window units. Might be a bit toastier in the lower two bedrooms for any weather over 80 degrees but we didn't have any problems with the end-of-summer temps we had. Overall a fantastic northern Minnesota getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelly D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun & relaxing setting for a family vacation!
Thoroughly enjoyed our time at Randy's beautiful log home and property. Whole family joined in on fishing, swimming, boating, kayaking, paddle-boating, outdoor yards games, and bonfires. Host was very kind and accommodating. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorena O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil getaway
The property is gorgeous! Our kids loved the sandy beach and the swim area was very clear. The fishing was excellent (we rented the pontoon but a couple people caught fish off the dock too) and the bonfire area was great. The house was awesome with comfortable beds, large bedrooms and great views, plus the deck was huge. We loved the sunroom for games and relaxing. We also really enjoyed being close to town. Randy was very communicative which was wonderful. I would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pierce F., Minneapolis, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation cabin
Amazing cabin! Small beach was perfect for the kids. Nice lake to swim in.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Merle T., Princeton, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
This was our first time staying in a log home and it was a wonderful experience. The home is surrounded by trees with peak views of the lake which made it absolutely beautiful and relaxing.! Th deck is nice and big for the family to hang out on and the yard is. Very well kept. The beds were comfy and the home was very clean. The ease of having a rented pontoon, already on site, made fishing more enjoyable for all of us. You might not caught anything really large but you will definitely catch fish!! Added bonuses: The master bedroom shower is AMAZING!!! The cute family of fox living down by the lake was so sweet to see everyday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristi S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing family time!
From the fire pit to the pontoon boat to the beautiful location, this property was worth every penny!! Gorgeous log cabin with plenty of room! The deck is heavenly! Only complaint would be the mosquitos, but they sell spray for that …lol!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy L., Duluth, Minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness
Randy's Log Cabin
Had a great time at the lake. Rented the pontoon and went out fishing quite a bit. Never caught walleye, but very large Northerns and one bass. (We threw them all back in for the next person to enjoy catching). House was very comfortable, loved the shower off the master bedroom. There are no extra kitchen cupboards to store any food you bring, so we kept food we didn't refrigerate in large bins in the sunroom right off the dining area, which we also used to keep jigsaw puzzles going the whole time. When Randy says bring bath towels, also bring wash rags and hand towels, none are provided. Randy was extremely easy to work with, everything was set out and ready for us early, and the 2 bottles of wine that were on the counter for us were very appreciated! Would go back any time, was hard to leave when our vacation was over!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin Fever
It was so beautiful! The cabin was gorgeous! It was a perfect place for a family getaway. It was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Craig N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
We had a great stay in the Northwoods of Minnesota. We fished off the dock and took out the pontoon too. Kids enjoyed the kayaks and paddleboat. At night we all relaxed by the fire. The property was just what we needed and we loved the log home charm.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

David Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cabin in the North Woods
We had a great time at this large log cabin in the woods. Kitchen was big with lots of counter space, the four season porch was perfect for playing games and cards. My favorite was the large deck, We sat out there at night to watch the stars and listen to the animals walking through the woods below us. I told my niece and nephew it was a Sasquatch but they proved me wrong the next morning when they found the deer prints in the mud. Lots of wildlife all around; owls, woodpeckers, eagles, deer, etc. We used the pontoon to cruise around the lake, the water was clean and clear. Randy was very nice and checked in with us via text to see if we needed anything. Checking in and out was simple and easy. Highly recommend this cabin for anyone who wants a true Minnesota north woods experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021