Yola Lodge CABIN 1, Lake George, Minnesota, Itasca Park/Park Rapids/Bemidji

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Location
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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Parking available
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Free WiFi

Explore the area

Lake George, MN

Itasca State Park
‪17 min drive‬
Lake Itasca
‪21 min drive‬
Mississippi Headwaters
‪26 min drive‬
Bemidji, MN (BJI-Bemidji Regional)
‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bunkhouse Annex

1 Single Bunk Bed

Main Area

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Main Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Located just minutes from Itasca State Park in the Mississippi Headwaters region this North Central Minnesota property is historic, quiet, and beautiful. Sporting three apartment-style Cabins with accommodations for up to 10 people; Yola Lodge is conveniently located near lakes, state parks, and trails. Each cabin sports a full kitchen, cable TV, air-conditioning, lightning-fast Internet (2GB/sec Ethernet and Wifi), and comfortable bedding with quality linens and towels. The cabins are Rustic-Yet-Clean; include all modern amenities; lighting fast Internet; perfect for those who seek quiet, affordable, “in the country” accommodations.

Property manager

James Rivas

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Amenities

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

The unit is not child-proofed for young children.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)

Special rules and pre-approval of pet required.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Lake George

Located in Lake George, this apartment is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Landmark Interpretive Trail and Forestedge Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Itasca State Park and Mississippi River. Peace Pipe Vista and Evergreen Gifts & Fun Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Lake George, MN

What's nearby

Itasca State Park - 17 min drive - 14.5 km
Lake Itasca - 21 min drive - 20.3 km
Mississippi Headwaters - 26 min drive - 21.9 km
Itasca State Park - 28 min drive - 23.8 km
Bemidji State University - 36 min drive - 39.6 km

Getting around

Bemidji, MN (BJI-Bemidji Regional) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

‪Lake George Cafe - ‬6 min drive
‪Bad 2 The Bone BBQ - ‬14 min drive
‪Knob & Kettle Restaurant - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Yola Lodge CABIN 1, Lake George, Minnesota, Itasca Park/Park Rapids/Bemidji pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Yola Lodge CABIN 1, Lake George, Minnesota, Itasca Park/Park Rapids/Bemidji?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Yola Lodge CABIN 1, Lake George, Minnesota, Itasca Park/Park Rapids/Bemidji?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Yola Lodge CABIN 1, Lake George, Minnesota, Itasca Park/Park Rapids/Bemidji located?

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is 9 mi (14.4 km) from Itasca State Park and 11.8 mi (18.9 km) from Jacob V. Brower Visitor Center. Lake Itasca and Mississippi Headwaters are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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7.2/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

4.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Check-in

7.4/10

Communication

6.8/10

Location

6.6/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Phillip o.

8 Aug, 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Short vacation stay

Property is out in no mans land. Exactly as advertised and very rustic. More for hunters than for the sverage joe. Loved how quiet it was. It was just what we wanted and expected. The owner is fantastic.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Steve W.

27 Jun, 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

"The cabin in the woods" you truly are in the middle of nowhere.

We had a good time while we were there. Keep your food in the fridge or on the table or the mice get into it. The owner is very nice and his dog is very lovable. Not the cleanest place but good enough for a week of fishing.

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jessica W.

6 Sept, 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication

Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

To start owner contacted me and asked me to come a day late so a couple that was on thaeirnniversary could stay there. I thougjt id be nice

Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Anne

13 Jul, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

The property was advertised as a 2 bedroom lake front apartment. It was actually a partially finished studio miles from a lake and isolated from any other buildings.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Pamela E.

8 Aug, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

The pictures of the inside of the unit mislead you. The outside is a 3 unit apt like bldg.

The bath tub was stained and not usable to shower in. Floors are not level and bugs crawled under the front door. The kitchenette was very well maintained. Overall. If you need a place to stay, the owner is easy to work with and accessible as he lives next door on the property.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

17 Jul, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

The cabin was several miles off the main road on a dirt road and was very quiet and comfortable. It was an easy drive on the road to the cabim. The internet was very good. The air conditioner was connected to the window but did a great job in cooling the cabin. The owner lived next door and was very helpful. We spent one night and didn't cook but there was a kitchen, Bathroom wth tub/shower. This was a very rural area and not many restaurants, stores or activites nearby but very peaceful and restful if that is what you are looking for.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

Donna N.

29 Jun, 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

BEWARE!!! NIGHTMARE!

Host called the afternoon of the first nights stay to state that the property was double booked for the night. He refused to cancel through VRBO. Leaving me holding the bag. VRBO only provided a partial refund because the host would not cancel even though the property was already occupied. I did not stay here.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Heidi

9 Jul, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, communication

I felt the cabin was pretty clean and the sheets were crisp, however the windows are rotted out and no longer have locks. The rest of the property had duck and geese. There were a couple poly plastic leantos on to the hous. Many hoses going in and out of windows. Electric was run in the rest of the property outside with many extention cords. The property did not give a safe, warm and cozy feel. We ended up leaving and staying elsewhere instead.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Kristen A.

1 Nov, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Communication

Far more rustic than we thought

I'm dismayed at the price we had to pay for 3 people to stay for one night, in a place which was clean and quiet but that's about all we can positively say about it. It was: -freezing cold inside upon arrival -the toilet seat moved every time one sat down -the shower/bathtub was quite rusty -the water was foul smelling -the floors were uneven -there were rotten oranges in the fridge The host seemed friendly enough, but communications ahead of time were quite frustrating. I was panicking when I hadn't received the arrival instructions until I texted the host on the morning of the day we checked in - and we were already on the road so didn't know we should bring our own water because the water in the lodge is so bad. We would've been far more comfortable in a hotel, and the total charges would have been comparable I think.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Sibylle G.

10 Oct, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Basic but spacious

It was inexpensive and basic as expected. The cabin was spacious and offered almost all necessities. One draw back was the water which stunk: it had such an extreme sulfur smell, that we even used our own bottled water to wash our faces and brush our teeth and avoided taking a shower. Never experienced something like this before. Also be aware, that the price is per person, which I also never have seen before. My husband who shared the same bed had to pay $20 extra per night!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Dorothy L.

19 Sept, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

50yrs getaway.. finally

We celebrated our 50th wedding anniversary in June. We were unable to get away, due to my having broke my hip, then needed a total hip replacement. So instead we decided to go to Itasca state park and the headwaters. I looked for a very rustic place to stay. I found this cabin. Wasn't sure about it when I pulled up in front, as it looked like a small 1960s motel. But once inside, was so happy. It was big enough to be very comfortable. I loved the bunk house feeling I got from it. Reminded me of when we were young and would go to the lake. It was quiet and not far from our goal. They also welcomed our dog... a 120lb shepard / lab mix. That night they brought extra towels and a rose for me for our anniversary. Nice touch, huh? If we could've gotten Fri night we would've stayed longer. I would definitely recommend and stay again.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Paul W.

10 Sept, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, communication

Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy

It was ok.

The appartment was very clean and titiy, but the whole facility looked like it had been created "haphazardly". Things were just out of place. Had to climb on a small stair to use the toilet, lights with no fixtures, and sinks/toilet lid did seem connected.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Emily

29 Jul, 2022

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

4 Mar, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just as advertised

This place is just as advertised - rustic, private and comfortable. The host, Jim, is very responsive and accommodating. If you enjoy all the northwoods of MN has to offer and want an inexpensive place to stay, this is a great deal.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

6/10 Okay

Kate & John H.

9 Dec, 2021

Disliked: Cleanliness

Quiet Spot in the Country

Rustic, warm and quiet. We're not neat freaks but we encourage the property owner to have someone pressure wash the bathtub. We understand hard water issues. The tub was very dirty. Encourage prior guests to clean their dishes so next guests aren't greeted with dirty ones in the cupboard. All that said, we would stay here again. It is a nice place to relax and unwind.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

30 Oct, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Don't Judge a book by its cover.

Cabin was clean and had a rustic vibe. Bed was comfortable and linens where crisp and clean. If your looking for a quiet place to stay with a country feel, this is the place. Jim and his side kick Nola make you feel special and welcome. You can find a place more fancy. However, if you want a few days of peace without the drama...check it out!

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by James Rivas

Greetings, I am New Orleans, LA native who relocated to northern Minnesota (Bemidji) in 2015, looking for a new adventure. I am a Systems Engineer by degree and yet have been an Internet Entrepreneur since 2002. I have two grown children and one grandchild.

Why they chose this property

I found this gem of a property in 2017 and bought it immediately after seeing it the first time. With buildings on the property constructed in the early 1900's it's definitely a "fixer-upper". While this place has countless opportunities for enhancement, it's stunningly beautiful with lots of wildlife nearby. I am able to offer the accommodations (cabins/apartments) for rent, short-term and long-term, at affordable prices due to the properties' age and rustic condition.

What makes this property unique

Yola Lodge offers several unique benefits as follows:
LOCATION: We are near (just minutes from) Lake George, MN; Itasca State Park, Bemidji, MN; Park Rapids, MN; and relatively close to Walker, MN.
COST: Yola Lodge offers the most affordable prices in this area.
SUPER-FAST INTERNET: 2GB/sec fiber optic connections.
BEAUTY: We are located in the wilderness close to Itasca State Park, in the Mississippi Headwaters area. Birch Creek and the Schoolcraft River run through the property. Many of our guests report that the beauty of this property rivals Itasca.
CONVENIENT: Located 3 miles up County Road 4, north of Lake George. You can park right in front of your cabin.
AMPLE PARKING: Bring your boat, camper, trailer, ATV's, or whatever you can pull with your car (or drive-in) . There's plenty of space for parking.

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