Lakeside bliss and serenity in the Northwoods | House in Makinen

10.0 (139 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   4 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  10 Guests
Melrude House | Lakeside bliss and serenity in the Northwoods

4 Bedroom House in Melrude, Makinen

Experience Northern Minnesota ambiance on Leisure Lake with beautiful views and towering pines! This beautiful year-round lake home was built in 2012 and has 2 main floor bedrooms and a loft area with beds. The home has a spacious open floor plan, tongue and groove white pine, a cozy living room, and the kitchen features a breakfast bar and dining area with in-floor heat. The sandy beach is great for swimming and there are 2 docks to enjoy fishing for walleye, bass, crappie, sunnies, and northern pike. Enjoy the use of kayaks and paddle boards free of charge. Adult life jackets are available for use. We provide NO children's life jackets. A peaceful getaway, located on a dead-end road on private land. Borders old growth forest.
Dog friendly UPON APPROVAL. Well behaved dogs only and 2 dogs total... A $25 fee PER DOG REQUIRED FOR THE ENTIRE STAY! No cats or other pets allowed. Pet Policy: All dogs must be watched while on the premise. PLEASE KEEP ALL DOGS OFF THE FURNITURE AND BEDS! Kennels are highly recommended for inside the cabin. Guests will be financially responsible for any damages caused by their pets.
Enjoy relaxing on the deck, swimming in the lake, boating (paddle boat, paddle board, and kayaks available or bring your own), chilling inside the cabin, evening campfires with SOME wood provided (Please limit firewood use so there is plenty for all renters) roasting marshmallows, plenty of yard space for yard games (corn hole, bocce ball, croquet, ladder ball available), listening to the call of the loons, and watching beautiful sunrises and sunsets with your friends and/or family.
If you enjoy golfing bring your clubs and enjoy three local golf courses. [The Legend at Giants Ridge (24 min away), Eveleth Municipal Golf Course (12min away), Virginia Golf Course (27min away)].
We have wifi for your use... a smart TV with DVD player and some kid-friendly DVDs available or feel free to bring your own. Radio with indoor or outdoor sound available for your leisure. We do have a new large AC unit in the window on the main floor in the living area! Keeps the cabin nice and cool on those beautiful hot days!
It is the renter’s responsibility to check MN DNRs website for fire danger and burning restrictions prior to using the outdoor fire pit. Google Search: MN DNR fire restrictions.
Located one hour and 10 minutes from Duluth and 3 hours and 10 minutes from the Twin Cities area. When driving on Leisure Lake Road please be sure to follow the 15 mph speed limit. This speed limit is set for the safety of residents and children walking on the road!
Bedroom #1: Queen Bed
Bedroom #2: Queen Bed
Loft: 2 Queen Beds
Living Room: 2 double futons and double size pull out couch.
Sleeping for up to 10 people.
Bathrooms: 1 indoor bathroom with shower and 1 newly built outhouse
Kitchen: microwave, 2 refrigerators, stove, dishes, silverware, cookware, toasters. Propane grill (Propane included) and Charcoal grill (BYO Charcoal) also available. Renters responsible for keeping the grills and kitchen clean.
Local Attractions: Timbers Edge Bar, ATV/Snowmobile trails on state land, the nearby town of Virginia, MN has plenty of local attractions – Google to find the many fun things to do (a few examples include: Cane Lakes Candies, Giant Loon, Hockey Hall of Fame and many more...)
Check - in: 4:00 pm (Consult owner on availability for early check-in)
Check-out: 11:00 am

Lakeside bliss and serenity in the Northwoods is located in Melrude. Lakeside bliss and serenity in the Northwoods provides accommodation, featuring TV, Fireplace/Heating, Entertainment, among other amenities. This House features TV, Fireplace/Heating, Entertainment, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Lakeside bliss and serenity in the Northwoods has 4 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 10 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Melrude has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Melrude, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
Designated Smoking Area
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Shower
  • 1+ bathrooms
Bedroom
  • Sofa bed
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Blender
  • Paper towels
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
Laundry
  • Near laundromat
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine
Parking
  • Onsite parking
  • Car required
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only
Accessibility
  • Designated smoking areas
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
Activities
  • Kayak on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
Entertainment
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library
General
  • Unit size: 1440 sq ft (134 sq m)
  • English
  • On the lake
  • Near a hospital
  • In a rural location
  • On the waterfront
Guest Services
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
Internet
  • WiFi available
Outdoors
  • Patio
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
Security/Safety
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Skiing
  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet) pets allowed restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs only
Smoking Policy
Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Blake D.
Aug 24, 2025 03:45:12 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: This was our 5th year staying at Lakeside Bliss! We are never at a loss of things to do, and the beautiful cabin and lake never disappoint.
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