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Beautiful, elegant and restored Historic Lodge in Northern Minnesota.

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Kitchen features a stove, sink, and refrigerator, surrounded by cabinetry and a stone accent wall.
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Escape to a serene forest retreat with a cozy cabin-style lodge, featuring a prominent chimney and tranquil surroundings.
Cozy cabin interior with a large dining table and exposed wooden beams.
Guests can enjoy serene lakeside views from a wooden dock leading to a secluded platform.

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Marcell, MN
  • Edge of the Wilderness Discovery Center
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Marcell Family Center
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Bills Lake
    ‪13 min drive‬

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About the area

Marcell

A family-friendly stay in Marcell awaits you at this cabin. Within steps you'll find Edge of the Wilderness Discovery Center and Marcell Family Center within a 15-minute stroll. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and cabin features a washing machine, free WiFi and 2 bathrooms. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A patio, a sofa bed and a living room are also available.
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What's nearby

  • Edge of the Wilderness Discovery Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Marcell Family Center - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Newburg Bay - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Bills Lake - 13 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Burns Lake - 26 min drive - 17.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Riley's Cannibal Junction - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Timberwolf Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pine Cone Soup & Sandwich Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Marcell Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Pine Cone Cafe - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Beautiful, elegant and restored Historic Lodge in Northern Minnesota.

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

Property manager

Tim Johnson

Languages

English

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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

  • Laundry facilities
  • 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
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking 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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Beautiful, elegant and restored Historic Lodge in Northern Minnesota.?

The closest beach to Beautiful, elegant and restored Historic Lodge in Northern Minnesota. is Tioga Beach and Picnic Area (41.2 km).

Does Beautiful, elegant and restored Historic Lodge in Northern Minnesota. have a pool?

No, this cabin doesn't have a pool.

Is Beautiful, elegant and restored Historic Lodge in Northern Minnesota. family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Beautiful, elegant and restored Historic Lodge in Northern Minnesota. is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Beautiful, elegant and restored Historic Lodge in Northern Minnesota.?

No, Beautiful, elegant and restored Historic Lodge in Northern Minnesota. does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Beautiful, elegant and restored Historic Lodge in Northern Minnesota.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Beautiful, elegant and restored Historic Lodge in Northern Minnesota.?

No, pets are not allowed.

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 87 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 87 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 87 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 87 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Second stay

Just finished our second stay and we loved it just as much as the first time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne O.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful historic cabin with all the essentials. Extremely well stocked with kitchen tools and bedding. The cabin was very clean and comfortable. Having the use of the boats was great. No issues. A 5 star rating!
Dinner in kitchen with family.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Up North Experience

Beautiful historic log cabin with all the amenities you would want. The grounds are well kept and very scenic. The area is very peaceful, relaxing, and interesting. This is our second year coming to the Marcel Lodge and have had a fantastic experience both times.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful site, very clean, great fishing, we had a ball!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samir B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Graduation weekend

Great cabin and lake we enjoyed staying there and hopefully we will be back soon
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Frieda L.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Snowmobile Getaway

Beautiful and cozy place. Very clean and has everything you would need. Only negative thing is we all agreed upon is beds could be a little more comfortable. Definitely will stay again when in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent!

Wonderful place, we will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madge A.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay.

Enjoyed our stay. Lots of nature and excellent fishing.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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