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Lester River Pines | Beautiful Home | Privacy | Pond | River | Dog Friendly

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Beautiful grounds, secluded but close to everything in Duluth.
Master King Bedroom.
Primary Bedroom with Private Deck Access and private bathroom.
Primary bathroom on the main floor with jacuzzi tub.
We are dog-friendly. Please don’t leave your 4-legged family members at home!

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 15

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Duluth, MN
  • University of Minnesota Duluth
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Glensheen Historic Estate
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Aerial Lift Bridge
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bedroom 1 (Primary, Main Floor)

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 (Main Floor)

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3 (Upstair)

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 (upstairs)

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5 (Upstairs)

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6 (basement)

2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Lester River Pines | Beautiful Home | Privacy | Pond | River | Dog Friendly

15 minutes from Canal Park lies a 5-bedroom home on 20 acres nestled in the pines overlooking the Lester River and pond. After your ski/bike/hike, come home to a relaxing view of the pond and wildlife. Enjoy coffee each morning from our expansive deck. Warm up next to our fireplaces or outdoor fire pit. A short drive away from Lake Superior, the North Shore, and a plethora of activities in Duluth. Large gatherings require prior approval.

As a dedicated family-owned business, we take great pride in going above and beyond for our guests. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we are committed to delivering an exceptional experience every time you visit!

- Dog-friendly.
- Breathtaking views.
- Designed for relaxation and rejuvenation.
- Events allowed.
- Other Homes are available for larger groups or multi-family events.
- Various discounts for guests on local experiences.

Property manager

NSVR Team
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Events must be approved before reservation.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 4 total)
No Cats!
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
~ Pets are not allowed on furniture or bedding. ~ Pets can not be left unattended. ~ Pet hair/pet stains = $100 minimum cleaning charge.
No smoking or vaping on-premises.
No events without prior approval.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99
Note from host: Events must be approved before reservation.
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 deadlock

About the area

Duluth

Located in Duluth, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Lake Superior and Lester River reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Marshall W. Alworth Planetarium and S.S. William A. Irvin Ore Boat Museum. Travelling with kids? Consider North Shore Scenic Railroad, or check out an event or a game at Duluth Entertainment Convention Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • University of Minnesota Duluth - 13 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Glensheen Historic Estate - 14 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Duluth Entertainment Convention Center - 18 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Aerial Lift Bridge - 19 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Miller Hill Mall - 22 min drive - 20.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Tavern on the Hill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Billy's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Qdoba Mexican Eats - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Black Woods Grill & Bar - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lester River Pines | Beautiful Home | Privacy | Pond | River | Dog Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 4 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Lester River Pines | Beautiful Home | Privacy | Pond | River | Dog Friendly ?

As of 27 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lester River Pines | Beautiful Home | Privacy | Pond | River | Dog Friendly on 28 Apr 2025 start from £606.71, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Lester River Pines | Beautiful Home | Privacy | Pond | River | Dog Friendly ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lester River Pines | Beautiful Home | Privacy | Pond | River | Dog Friendly ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lester River Pines | Beautiful Home | Privacy | Pond | River | Dog Friendly located?

This family-friendly Duluth holiday home is located on a river, within a 15-minute walk of Lester River and Lakewood Town Hall. Lake Superior and Hawk Ridge are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Annmarie H.

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

Great Place!

It was very nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

susan n.

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

Spacious and cozy celebration house

Spacious yet cozy home with beautiful views.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen R.

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

Perfect!

This was our second stay at this house. I can’t say enough about it! The property is on a very private and scenic lot, and the views are beautiful. We had tons of fun sliding down the hills and playing in the fresh snow. The house is spacious with plenty of room for our group of ten. It was clean, comfortable and very well appointed. We definitely want to keep going back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hudson P.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alina C.

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

Fantastic Stay!

We brought our families together for a UMD reunion and the house was perfect! We had plenty of space for our group. We loved the location of feeling separate, but yet fairly close to everything. The owners seem to be making enhancements that will make it even better. There was plenty of games, cooking utensils, dishes, etc. Entire process was smooth. We'll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madeline K.

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

Great stay!

Fantastic house, clean and exactly if not more than the listing says!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

October A.

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

Dog walking trails everywhere!

We absolutely loved our time there. It is peaceful and quiet. The home has great character and it was a lovely home to spend some quality time with our friends and family. The owners did not mind our dog and actually got to meet him and it felt so good to not have to worry about people being too close. We were able to walk our dog without a lease for once on the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

ASHLEY H.

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

Great stay!

We spent a few days here while celebrating my graduate school graduation. The house is gorgeous and had plenty of space for my family and friends. We plan to book again during the summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B.

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

Bentleyville

We found this house as it was in our budget and had a bough beds for our Girl Scout Troop. 20 min away from Bentleyville and it worked perfectly! The girls enjoyed the living room and kitchen space.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom F.

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

Beautiful house and setting.

Seemed isolated, but still very close to Duluth.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Amanda S.

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

Company Meeting

We had a great experience for our company training. The accommodations were nice and the location was perfect. We loved the fireplace. The downsides, the dishwasher was really gross, we did not want to wash our own dishes in it - we handwashed everything, bathroom caulking was black and peeling and it would have been nice to have extra scrubbers in the kitchen. There was only one smoke detector that we could find, which is unsettling when we had a fire in the fireplace. Oh also, the Blackstone grill would have been amazing to use! It was really gross (it looks like the last people who used it, did not clean it off at all) and it was rusty too, just sadly not cared for which is a shame we were excited to use it. We'd come back again but we'd bring our own pans, fire detectors and scrubbers from home.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

dan b.

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

Family stay

15 of us stayed here. Our family had a great time. Beautiful location - fun exploring and seeing deer from the decks! We were only disappointed that the sauna was not finished for us to use. The host was excellent about responding to our calls and texts. We highly recommend these wonderful accommodations!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Beautiful scenery

This place has a great view of a pond and woods all around. It was very clean, nice size beds, quiet and perfect spot for us to retreat.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy T.

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

Amazing place

What a beautiful piece of property! We so enjoyed our stay here. Lovely woodburning fireplace. So much room to explore out of doors. So many king size beds..lots of room to put people. And the
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Fall Beauty

The location and scenery are breathtaking! Had everything we needed to cook all our meals! Loved having a washer and dryer, so no dirty clothes came home with us. Check in and out was easy!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

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

First family vacation

We loved the location, the space was great and the house was well supplied with what we needed. We didn’t use the bedroom by the entryway on the main level because it didn’t have a window. Hopefully a bathroom will be added to the basement. There were areas that were missed getting cleaned. Our family vacation was amazing. We have a wonderful time and our pets had so much room.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patti C.

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

Decked-out Deck

We loved the house and were pleased with all of the facilities. We especially appreciated the tables and benches on the deck. We spent the majority of our time outside, which is a special treat during September in Duluth!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew O.

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

Lovely property for a getaway

This property was exactly what we were looking for. It's spacious, provides excellent scenery and is close to a larger city. I would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara D.

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

Family Wedding

Excellent! We will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla V.

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

Bachelorette Party

This house was the perfect location for a bachelorette party, there was plenty of space for everyone and looked exactly like the pictures when booking. Can’t recommend this property enough for a large group!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sonja B.

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

Family reunion

Great location and bedroom configuration for our family weekend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri A.

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

Family Vacation

What a great home and location for a family vacation. We enjoyed the deck, the view, the privacy, big kitchen and all of the bedrooms. It was perfect for our extended family to all congregate together in the mornings and evenings and close enough to Duluth and the North Shore to go on fun adventures during the day. Thanks so much.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jennie Q.

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

Peaceful and Serene

This home is located in such a beautiful setting. Nature surrounds you day and night. The beds were comfortable and our family enjoyed both inside and outside activities. The Duluth/NorthShore area has much offer for hiking, biking and overall outdoor enjoyment. We could’ve used an extra refrigerator as there were 12 of us but the owners were timely and efficient in response to any questions we had prior to arriving and after so we were prepared with extra coolers. There was adequate porch space to make use of for them. The deck surrounding the entire back side if the house is amazing and we all loved that space.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh B.

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

Nice Getaway in the Woods!

Overall, we were happy with our stay. There was two families of 5, kids ranging from 9-17. Like all my review, I just list pros and cons: Pros Great location - far from any city noise - beautiful woods - great setup for firepit - all we needed in the kitchen for pots and pans - host was responsive when we were running low on toilet paper - lots of firewood available in nearby building - grill and Blackstone available - comfy beds Cons It was unusually hot when we were there, so a bit of a struggle with warm rooms sometimes as it didn't have full central air from what we could tell - a few mosquitos got in through windows that had window A/C units - a few kids used the bathtub while others were showering and we ran out of hot water for a bit - just spread out showers and you'll be fine - pond was very green, so kids didn't want to swim, but had fun regardless - the pedal boat was outdated, but was usable - the canoe didn't have a usable oar - the listing says it has a sauna, but it's not your typical sauna - it was old school and I'm not sure it worked The house satisfied our needs to get away for a few days and relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Winnie P.

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

Family fun getaway

Our trip to Duluth was wonderful and the property was perfect for our family of 15 adults and kids. There were great places to gather and be together yet each family had their own space. The outdoor area was beautiful even though the weather prevented us from being outside very much during our stay. Thankfully the indoor space was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

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