Beautiful, elegant and restored Historic Lodge in Northern Minnesota.

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Dates

January 2025

February 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8232 sq m

Popular amenities

Beach view

Parking available

Washer

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Marcell, MN

Edge of the Wilderness Discovery Center
2 min walk
Marcell Family Center
13 min walk
Newburg Bay
14 min walk
Grand Rapids, MN (GPZ-Itasca County)
50 min drive

Room options

Similar properties

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

for 1 cabin

includes taxes & fees

9 Jan - 10 Jan

About this property

Entire place

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

Marcell Lodge is a lodging opportunity in the Edge of the Wilderness area and is located on Ranier Lake. The Marcell Lodge is a restored 2,500 sq ft 4 bedroom, 2 bath log cabin that is on the National Register of Historic Places. This unique, elegant, and beautiful lodge has a full kitchen, air conditioning, 3 levels, large indoor porch, private dock, swimming area, 2 bathrooms, laundry machines, and a very large great room! The Lodge is in a private setting but is located on the site of the Edge of the Wilderness Discovery Center so you are in close walking distance from a picnic shelter, interpretive trail, other historic buildings, a fishing pier, outdoor amphitheater, and the Discovery Center itself which includes modern interpretive displays, a gift shop, and environmental education programs throughout the summer. The Marcell Lodge also connects to the sidewalk system which leads to various businesses in Marcell and the Marcell Recreation Area which has a playground, tennis courts, and a paved trail.
Terrific Fishing
Located on Ranier Lake and the site of the Edge of the Wilderness Discovery Center
Private Dock & Swimming Area
Near Numerous Outdoor Recreation Opportunities
Campfire Pit with firewood provided
FREE Wifi
Boat, canoe, kayaks, paddle boards, and paddles Included with rental

During your stay at this cabin, you're just a quick walk from Edge of the Wilderness Discovery Center. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the cabin.

Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, washing machine and 2 bathrooms
Free WiFi
On-site recreation includes tennis courts
Steps from Edge of the Wilderness Discovery Center and 13 minutes on foot from Marcell Family Center

Beautiful, elegant and restored Historic Lodge in Northern Minnesota. offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Marcell cabin is smoke free.

Property manager

Tim Johnson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

Beach loungers
Beach towels

Ski

Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Car recommended
Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathroom

2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Living room

Entertainment

DVD player
Games
Smart TV
Video library

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio

Laundry

Laundromat nearby
Washing machine

Work spaces

Desk

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Location highlights

In a rural location
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
On a lake
On the waterfront

Things to do

Boat
Golf
Kayak
Tennis
Water sports equipment
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sledding 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
Deadbolt lock

General

Garden
Unit size: 2,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

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

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, 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

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.

Beautiful, elegant and restored Historic Lodge in Northern Minnesota. Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Madge A.

14 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome little gem!

We have a lovely time at the Marcell Lodge. Quaint and highly recommended!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean P.

8 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Rustic Getaway

Beautifully renovated while staying true to the original architecture of the building.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana J W.

3 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect little get away tucked into the forest

We are so happy with our whole stay! The cabin was absolutely perfect! The attention to all the details from how well the kitchen was set up to the water toys and boat were amazing. We are already talking about returning! convince our sons to join us s well

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

31 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

Our 2nd stay at the Marcell Lodge. Can't say enough about how wonderful the lodge, grounds, lake, privacy, area, and service support are. We will be back!

Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara F.

8 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful spot

The cabin was wonderful. It was very clean, plenty of room, plenty of towels and supplies. Having a little beach to ourselves was amazing. The boat and dock were great. Every one of us said we have to come back.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon L.

1 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend family getaway

We really enjoyed our stay at the lodge. There are many modern amenities within this historic building. The central air was key during our late July stay! The detail and craftsmanship of these old CCC buildings is breathtaking. Great beach and fire pit.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen S., Bemidji, USA

25 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Annual Family Trip

We had another amazing stay! We’ve been coming for 5 years. Great campfire area, nice fishing boat, paddle boards, and kayaks. Private location is very nice.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

21 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay.

Enjoyed our stay. Lots of nature and excellent fishing.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

24 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing!

We had a wonderful time. The lodge is beautiful! The view of the lake and the lake itself are amazing! The privacy was so nice and peaceful. We will definitely be coming back!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike L.

19 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Up North log cabin adventure

A beautiful log cabin, the tall pines and nicely maintained grounds.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark N.

9 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice weekend in Marcell

Cabin was exactly as described. Very cool historic cabin that has everything you need for a fun weekend. Will definitely be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe T., Bolingbrook, IL

31 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!!!

The place was perfect!!!!! Very clean and all the amenities that you need! I feel privileged having stayed in a place like this. I caught 25 Northern Pike trolling on the SW side of the lake using a black spinner bait. Special thanks to George & Rocky who were great chatting to and very knowledgeable. Thanks Tim!!!!!

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

15 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

We love the Marcell Lodge

We had a wonderful stay at the Marcell Lodge! The lodge itself is historic, but wonderfully updated with many modern touches. The kitchen was great & fully stocked, and there were plenty of beds to spread out. The grounds are kept wonderfully manicured & the overall service from Tim & the team was exceptional (checking on us daily for fire wood & boat gas refills, handling quickly a couple small issues we had, etc.). Marcell itself is small, but the Pine Cone Cafe & Timberwolf Inn were both great places to grab a bite, and the Frontier Sports store offers just about everything (gas, bait, groceries, beer, ice cream, souvenirs, etc.). For more options, Bigfork is only about 10 mins north. Tons of great trails & lakes in the area. All in all 5/5 stars & we can't wait to come back!

Stayed 17 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig F.

23 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing!

The cabin was beautiful! So clean and well taken care of. We slept the best we had in years probably because it was so quiet, cool and dark! Everything was ready for us from the boat with fuel, to the fire pit and wood supply to the nicely stocked kitchen! Best vacation ever!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leah C.

12 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Classic Lake Time

The Lodge was lovely and spacious. The kitchen had everything we needed. We especially loved the use of the boat, kayaks, and paddleboards. Of course, it is remote, which for my family was the point, so get your provisions before you head to the Lodge. The Discovery Center staff was helpful as we planned activities like a hike to the Lost Forty. Overall, it was a wonderful and we hope to rent it again someday.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Royce W.

5 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

The perfect getaway

Clean nice place. Great people to work with. One of my best vacations ever.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner

14 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful property, loved the kayaks and paddle boards on-site. Easy to work with property manager. Has everything you need to make meals and the washer and dryer was a huge plus! Sleeping arrangements were great with lots of options.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

30 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Fun

Great accommodations. Everything you need is provided. Lovely historical cabin with hiking near by, fishing and water gactivities. Quiet peaceful property. Would stay here again in a heartbeat!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy I.

24 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice get away to Edge of Wilderness

Great communication leading up to our stay. The property was beautiful, clean and had everything we needed for a relaxing stay. The boys loved the kayaks and the lake. We had a wonderful stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brittany D.

28 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Best rental!

This cabin is an absolute treasure! We enjoyed the secluded feel while still close to everything you need. We greatly enjoyed using the kayaks and paddleboards and our kids love swimming in the sand area. The water is so clear we could actually see the fish wr were catching and was so warm and inviting to swim in. The cabin itself is amazing. The beds are comfortable and it has a very homey feel. The kitchen is also fully stock with everything you need and has more than enough room for family and friends to enjoy the great outdoors. We will be back to stay here again!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Douglas D.

22 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice getaway

Everything went smoothly. The lodge and lake setting were fantastic. Very glad to see a lake with little development and most shore land owners only had lightly developed shorelines (I.e., they didn’t rip out all the vegetation and put in big sterile sand beaches with no fish habitat). That sad fishing was so-so, but obviously not the lodge owners fault. Largemouth bass and bluegill were abundant and easily caught. Wish we would have had more time to chase after the crappie. The boat, motor, kayaks, paddle boards and canoe were a big hit for my family. I wanted to do a little more hiking and biking, but the kids loved just relaxing in the water and paddling around. My 5 year old grandson loved the small beach and shallow water. He played almost continuously there. Great fun every day we stayed.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia A.

8 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Rustic Retreat

If you need some peace and quiet- this is the place! We were thrilled to be able to stay in this historic cabin/lodge from 1934 and yet- have modern conveniences. We only left the premises once to hike. We had a great time with the grandkids. So many activities to keep them busy. We escaped the 90+ temperature from the Twin Cities. Each day it was between 70-80’s. Bring a light jacket!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joshua N.

2 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing cabin for a large groups

Excellent location with everything you could need. We had a blast. Lake is small but the fishing was great and the kids loved swimming. The historic lodge is really cool and the amenities were wonderful.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bruce M.

29 Jun 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Lodge

It was a wonderful log cabin lodge with a private setting. The host was very helpful and the place was immaculate.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Kelly K.

20 Jun 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful historic property!

This amazing, historic log cabin cabin is set on a small hill overlooking the lake. The view can't be beat. The kitchen is well stocked with everything but the food and seasonings! This property is move in ready.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022