Spiral Staircase Leads To The Lofted Bedroom And Overlooks The Birch Woods.

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Dates

January 2025

February 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Very good

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 456 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Pet-friendly

Explore the area

McGrath, MN

Mille Lacs Lake
23 min drive
Federal Correctional Institution, Sandstone
50 min drive
Grand Casino Hinckley
56 min drive

Room options

About this property

Entire place

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

The Birches is our largest of the “small” cabins. It has a spacious two level design. The entryway has a wraparound screened in porch with just enough room for some chairs and a table for summertime outdoor relaxation. You enter into the kitchen which has a small refrigerator with a freezer, a microwave, a two burner cook top, a large toaster oven, coffee pot, crock pot, tea kettle, and all the necessary kitchen utensils and dinnerware. There is a small dining space in the kitchen as well as one by the large viewing windows facing the bird feeder and birch woods. Facing the fireplace is the kingsize day bed/couch. There is also a 3/4 bath on the main level. The spiral staircase leads to two beds upstairs with a rocking chair nestled in the corner by one of the beds which creates a perfect spot for some nighttime reading. Surrounded by unique windows, the room fills with sunshine on sunny days. A CD player, air conditioner, floor/table fans as well as ceiling fans, additional oil filled heater, off peak electric storage heater, Wi-Fi, an outdoor grill, a tree swing, and an outdoor fire pit are also available.

Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, fireplace and patio
Free WiFi
On-site recreation includes a sauna
3.1 miles (5 km) from Snake River and 18 miles (28.9 km) from Kettle River

Spiral Staircase Leads To The Lofted Bedroom And Overlooks The Birch Woods. offers its guests a sauna, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Mc Grath cabin is smoke free.

Property manager

Michael Bonnette

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

Massage
Sauna

Internet

Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Car required
Parking on site

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Fireplace
Living room
Wood stove

Entertainment

Books
Games
Stereo

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Patio

Laundry

Laundromat nearby

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly
One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Location highlights

In a rural location
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
On a lake

Things to do

Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher

General

Garden
Property located in a resort
Unit size: 600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are welcome
Maximum 1 pets
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: two pets see pet policy

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Note from host: There is a balcony with ledge at top of stairs

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 77

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

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.

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Spiral Staircase Leads Lofted Bedroom Overlooks Birch Woods

Spiral Staircase Leads To The Lofted Bedroom And Overlooks The Birch Woods. Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8/10 Good

Andrew H.

3 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy!

We used this cabin for a two night stay as a sort of base camp as we road-tripped around northern Minnesota chasing autumn leaf color change. It definitely matched my expectations based on the listing, although my wife found it a bit too rustic for her taste. Definitely very cozy - it was awesome rolling out of bed and getting a fire started in the wood stove on a chilly morning! We didn’t explore the immediate area much so I can’t speak to that. But it was a very nice and quiet stay. I’d stay again.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

2 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect weekend get away spot

Loved the Cozy cabin, the property was well maintained and it was just what we needed for a quick weekend in the woods!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg G.

12 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Very Nice Getaway

Very clean, lots of trails to hike. The best part was it was very quiet and peaceful and only 2 hour drive. I would highly recommend this place.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

8 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint Cabin

We enjoyed our stay. The cabin was sweet and had what we needed to cook and enjoy our time there. We loved seeing the animals on the property and felt we had plenty of privacy. The proprietor was responsive and brought up a new coffee maker when our's was not working. We would probably like to return in the fall when it is not so buggy.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meghan M.

10 Jun 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Hark! This here's a mighty fine establishment indeed!

Twas a a late spring afternoon. The sun shone with it's gentle grace common for the time of year, and a gentle breeze welcomed us as we drove up the driveway. The property manager had greeted us in a timely manner and swiftly we were settling into a cabin most quaint and welcoming. The grounds were sprawling, forested and simply radiant with the pristine majesty of Minnesota's woodlands. All of the amenities left us wanting for nothing. The wood burning stove, who's ambience and warmth, staved off the penetrating blackness of night was a notable highlight. I could not offer a higher recommendation.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

4/10 Poor

Linda Z., United States

16 Aug 2021

Weekend Getaway

This property is NOT in Finlayson. It’s located over 30 miles from Finlayson in McGrath and takes about an hour to get to from Finlayson. Beware of the exotic birds.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

darcy t.

1 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful.

The place was peaceful and the people were friendly. We had a great time and plan on coming back.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Travis L., USA

21 Mar 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Late winter getaway

Lovely getaway from life. Michael and The Shire offer low key relaxation in cozy spaces with plenty of outdoor access. We love the fireplace and the mini kitchen setup which gives the ability to have a little slice of home comfort while away.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

Stacey S.

1 Jan 2021

Beautiful spot, quaint cabin

It’s a quaint, unique cabin on a beautiful chunk of property in the woods. so nice to be able to walk out the door and take a hike. So nice that linens and towels are provided. Nice to have a small full kitchen. Description said two bedrooms, which it only has one loft bedroom. The other “Bedroom” is the main small living room where the pull out bed/daybed is. The description said that some dry goods were available in the kitchen, but only half of them were. Maybe that’s because of Covid, or an oversight. A few lightbulbs needed replacing. The owner was more responsive before arrival. But upon arrival I took several hours to respond to texts or calls. It wasn’t anything urgent, and I would hope they would be responsive if it was. All in all a quaint cabin in a gorgeous location. Next time will prefer to book directly with the owners.

10/10 Excellent

Steven O., Lakeville, MN

11 Nov 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Everything advertised

Very cozy, clean and relaxing.

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten A.

6 Oct 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

A quiet place to relax and do some hiking

We enjoyed our stay in the Birches cabin. The cabin was cozy and even though there are other cabins close by, it still felt like we were in a remote location. There was always something interesting to see on the trails. We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

19 Sept 2020

Disliked: Cleanliness

BUYER BEWARE

MY HUSBAND AND I STAYED FOR NEARLY TWO WEEKS. WE HAD A HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE! THE PLACE WAS FILTHY AND FULL OF MOLD AND COB WEBS, DIRTY SHEETS, ETC....AMENITIES LISTED WERE NOT AVAILABLE, LIKE INTERNET, ESSENTIALS, TOILET PAPER, FRESH BEDDING, CLEAN TOWELS....WE WENT INTO TOWN TO PURCHASE OUR OWN BECAUSE THE OWNER THREATENED TO CHARGE EXTRA AFTER AN ALREADY WAY INFLATED PRICE, WE BOUGHT TOILET PAPER, PAPER TOWELS, SHOWER TOWELS...THEY WERE RUDE AND NOT WELCOMING TO 2 FAMILY MEMBERS THAT CAME FOR THE DAY, VERY UNWELCOMING, WE LEFT OUR RESERVATION EARLY DUE TO THESE CIRCUMSTANCES, SAVE YOURSELF FROM THIS EXPERIENCE AND KEEP LOOKING. WE TRAVEL A LOT AND THIS WAS THE WORST EXPEREINCE WE HAVE EVER HAD

Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Corey D.

25 Jul 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful quiet getaway

Good

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

2/10 Terrible

Christina L.

29 May 2020

Disliked: Cleanliness

Not as Advertised

Our stay started pretty routine after online booking. We were then notified by the owner that he messed up our booking due to a family issue and offered us another unit on his property to rent, which was appreciated as it was Memorial Day weekend and places were limited. The owner stated the place was a bigger cabin with same amenities. We stated we’d take a look when we got there, attempting to be gracious. Upon arrival, the grounds were covered in horse and chicken poop. The chickens were free range and running everywhere. The place was very unkempt with litter on the grounds. The “cabin” was dirty and old and had a strong chemical smell. The owner was lurking around feeding his horses and chickens, leaving very little privacy. When we told him we wanted to cancel our reservation, he refused to refund our money. He was rude and argumentative and disputed the charge with VBRO. I would never stay here again! Creepy and dirty!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Andrew G.

19 Jan 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Very Quiet and relaxing

We stayed here and a weekend get away, I was great. Very peaceful and quiet

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mike A.

3 Sept 2019

Liked: Cleanliness

I will be returning

Quite and private

10/10 Excellent

Ziying W.

19 Jul 2019

Liked: Cleanliness

It was fun

It was nice. Property is cute and clean. Property manager is friendly. Everything is good except too many bugs outside.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

4/10 Poor

diana m., North Branch

27 Aug 2018

Mediocre, but not what I was looking for

The Cabin was cute but disappointing. I thought it was more private, not next to others. Staff were friendly and the grounds were okay; too buggy to go anywhere the woods. The cabin was stocked very nicely and had everything we needed. The cabin was full of spiders and cobb webs, dust bunnies, very outdated, had spare items laying around like several tiny used bar soaps in the cupboard, odds and ends of large bathroom hardware in the towel cupboard, dark towels with bleach stains and long strings hanging from them. The grill had a two fuzzy fur balls in it, looked liked dead animals. Cabin next door was smoking THC both nights. Sorry, just wasn't planning on this for a getaway. Spent our time away from the location and only slept there.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Andre G.

22 May 2018

It was amazing

Great get away from the city, my phone and a lot of enjoying nature the beauty that surrounds. Reminds me of where I grew up as a kid, 10/10 would recommend ! Just pack your own drinking water and stay up on gas because gas stations are far!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kris H., St. Paul, MN

25 Jan 2018

Super chill

Birches is a really lovely place to relax away from it all. The cabin is very thoughtfully set up - everything you need. It was unseasonably warm for January so we walked instead of skiing. Beautiful. We'll stay again!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dana B., Minneapolis

9 Jan 2017

Cozy Winter Getaway

The Birches cabin was a wonderful getaway for my partner and I and our 3-year old. Everything is set up so well for rest and relaxation, and we loved making a fire in the wood stove each day. Reading in the loft, games in front of the fire, and walking the trails around the Shire. Strongly recommend this cabin, and thanks again to the wonderful owners!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2016

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

22 Aug 2016

Cozy getaway a perfect distance from the cities

I was looking for a cute and cozy cabin to get away from the hustle of the cities. The Shire was perfect. about 90 minutes straight north, easy to find and in the middle of nowhere, it felt like we were really able to get away. I loved how remote the location was and how focused on nature the Shire was. It was quiet and peaceful, there was no TV, there was plenty of wood to make a fire. The cabin (we stayed in the Birches) was incredibly well thought out with everything you could want or need for the weekend. Be sure to bring your own groceries because there are some dive bars/restaurants but they are a bit of a drive, nothing super close by. And make sure to fill up on gas about 30 miles out because eventually the towns get so small there are no gas stations. But it was fabulous, I can't wait to go back again. I feel so rested, I wish I could have stayed longer.

8/10 Good

Kristina S.

25 May 2016

A nice place to get away for the weekend

Easy to find, quiet and peaceful. Felt welcomed during the check-in process. Appreciated the screened-in porch - great place to sit and enjoy the weather without being hassled by bugs. Ceiling and floor/oscillating fans were great to keep the temps reasonable inside. Nice to have the kitchen stocked with necessary plates/utensils/pots, etc. Nice to have multiple windows for viewing and cross-breeze. Overall, a pleasant place for a weekend get-away. Suggestions: perhaps a more comfortable chair in main room (chair currently by the bathroom wasn't easy to sit on for very long). Pricing: include the cleaning fee as part of the standard rate, not as extra charge (especially if guests are expected to do some of the cleaning themselves). Also firewood - we didn't use any, but we were still charged. Perhaps include automatically in winter months, but let guests opt for the extra charge in the summer months. Thanks!