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Lester River Retreat - 8 miles to Downtown Duluth

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Outdoor dining
Smart TV
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Duluth, MN
  • Lester River
    1 min walk
  • Glensheen Historic Estate
    11 min drive
  • Hawk Ridge Bird Observatory
    12 min drive
  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.)
    22 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Duluth

With a stay at this lodge in Duluth, you'll be on a river, just steps from Lester River and a 3-minute drive from Lester Park Golf Course. .This lodge is 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from Lake Superior and 5.1 mi (8.3 km) from Glensheen Historic Estate.
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What's nearby

  • Glensheen Historic Estate - 11 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • University of Minnesota Duluth - 12 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Duluth Entertainment Convention Center - 15 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Bayfront Festival Park - 16 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • AMSOIL Arena - 16 min drive - 8.7 miles

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Superior Dining Center - UMD - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Tavern on the Hill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Billy's - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Lester River Retreat - 8 miles to Downtown Duluth

*New Nordic HOT TUB Installed Summer 2024!* Welcome to Lester River Retreat, your peaceful getaway on the North Shore! This spacious 4 bedroom, 2 bath private lodge is your new gateway to the North Shore. Located just 8 minutes outside of Duluth, this 2,800 sq ft., 3-acre sanctuary marries unmatched privacy with unlimited accessibility. Down the street a few minutes you'll find Lester River Park Trails & Playground, Brighton Beach on Lake Superior, Lake Superior Brewing, grocery store & more. Plenty of room for you and your group to spread out, relax and have fun, while still being near attractions and conveniences! Bring your snowmobiles/toys, there is a huge driveway to park your toys.

Lester River Retreat offers you and your group unlimited outdoor entertainment possibilities, featuring multi-teared outdoor seating, several decks for enjoying the different scenery, a beautiful new Nordic Hot Tub overlooking the private property, a huge back yard with large fire pit, and a huge garage party/entertaining room.

You'll love the spacious feel of the home that welcomes you with a calm warmth and relaxed mind that is hard to find these days. This beautifully updated home is fully furnished with high-end amenities like custom stone countertops, stainless steel appliances, fully stocked kitchen, dining area with incredible outdoor views, open concept living area, beautiful double vanity bathroom with shower and jacuzzi tub, large bedrooms, and an expansive Master Suite with private deck.
There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. The bathroom has a jetted bathtub and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a spa tub or take in the view from a garden. This lodge also features an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Pete

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Playground
  • Spa tub

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

Property is also known as

Lester River Retreat Duluth MN Lodge
Lester River Retreat Duluth MN Duluth
Lester River Retreat Duluth MN Lodge Duluth

Lester River Retreat - 8 miles to Downtown Duluth Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Annie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful stay
We had an amazing stay at the Lester retreat! It is perfectly located near the town but far enough away to feel situated in wilderness. We were especially thankful for the large backyard and activities for our kids to run and play. Hot tub was an added bonus. We were pleasantly surprised to have two bathrooms at the property. Check in process was a breeze and the property managers were very communicative and helpful throughout our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber T., Mora, Mn

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Vacation
Relaxing and comfortable close to many outdoor activities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Trampled by Balners
In Duluth for Trampled by Turtles. First friend vacation. All 9 of us fit comfortably. We were pleasantly surprised to find a second bathroom. We would definitely stay again! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024