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Secluded 2-Bedroom Cabin on the Edge of the BWCA

Cabin in Grand Marais with kitchen and fireplace

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Nestled in the woods of Grand Marais, Poplar Creek Retreat offers a serene escape. With modern conveniences and the charm of a North Woods cabin, this secluded retreat invites you to unwind by the dock on Little Ollie/Poplar Lake or explore the renowned Banadad Ski Trail right outside your door.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

Secluded 2-Bedroom Cabin on the Edge of the BWCA

Poplar Creek Retreat is a beautiful, secluded cabin located midway up the Gunflint Trail in Grand Marais, Minnesota. All the modern conveniences with the ambiance of a North Woods cabin, to include frequent visits by moose! The dock is just 60 rods down a private portage to Little Ollie/Poplar Lake with easy access to the BWCA. In the winter, have the luxury of walking right out the door to the start of the renowned Banadad Ski Trail! Few places offer such privacy!

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,496 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Property is also known as

133203

About the neighborhood

Map
Grand Marais, MN

What's nearby

  • Road Lake - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Poplar Lake - 34 min drive - 30.8 km
  • Gunflint Hills Golf Course - 56 min drive - 54.0 km
  • Gunflint Trail Historical Society - 59 min drive - 54.5 km
  • Pincushion Mountain - 64 min drive - 57.3 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 174 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Windigo Lodge - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Poplar Haus Lodging and Campsites - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded 2-Bedroom Cabin on the Edge of the BWCA pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Secluded 2-Bedroom Cabin on the Edge of the BWCA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded 2-Bedroom Cabin on the Edge of the BWCA?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded 2-Bedroom Cabin on the Edge of the BWCA located?

Situated in Grand Marais, this cabin is within a 15-minute walk of Superior National Forest and Road Lake. Poplar Lake and Lonely Lake are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Secluded 2-Bedroom Cabin on the Edge of the BWCA Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chandler M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin with all the wildlife you could wish for! Host was very communicative and easy to work with.
Mama and moose twin right outside the kitchen window
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice North Woods cabin. Comfortable beds. Kitchen nicely included everything we needed. Several hiking (cross country ski) trails near by. Secluded yet we still had WiFi! Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naomi T.

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

We love this cabin!

We love staying on the Gunflint Trail and this cabin is in a secluded area (helps to have 4 wheel drive in the winter) with great access to local trails for hiking and snowshoeing. The host is very responsive and easy to work with. We love the amenities, especially the gas fireplace.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nadia D.

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

super cute and cozy

the cabin was great! had everything we needed. saw a family of moose and a little fox in the backyard! would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

wyatt a.

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

The Perfect getaway

This low key cabin was out away from all others just like we wanted. The cabin was gorgeous, clean, and exactly what we were looking for. Snowshoeing around the trails was a great touch. We will be booking again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathan L.

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

Excellent secluded get away

The Gunflint trail is already an epic drive but this cabin capped it off well. My wife and our two dogs spent a week here. We took day trips to hike, use the E-Bikes in Schroeder, and tour Grand Marais. The amenities were convenient and comfortable. The entire stay was beautiful and relaxing. We would definitely come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon A.

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

Great place to refresh!

None of us were ready to say goodbye when it was time to leave! We had a great experience, even with all the rain! The cabin fit us perfectly & was so very cozy! We all loved it & hope to return sometime! The surrounding area is absolutely beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd B.

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

Winter wonderland in beautiful setting

The cabin is next to a running stream surrounded by beautiful woods. It has direct access to snowshoe trails and the Banadad xc-ski trail that go into the Boundary Waters. The location midway up the Gunflint Trail is perfect for exploring lakes up or down the Trail and is also not far from good restaurants at Trail Center and Poplar Haus. We loved our stay and hope to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Naomi T., Eagan, MN, USA

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

Fantastic Stay!

This is a wonderful cabin with a gas fireplace, big kitchen, comfortable beds, and a huge whirlpool tub to soak in after hiking or snowshoeing. There are many trails within walking distance for skiing, snowshoeing, or hiking. There is a big backyard and a trail that overlooks Poplar Creek. The host was very responsive and even suggested we come early to avoid arriving in a big snowstorm. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia M.

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

Get away from the hustle bustle

My husband and I like to hide from the world a little before the holidays to spend quality time together in nature. We loved the cabin feel but the luxury of the larger tub and appliances. The property was beautiful and well maintained. The trails were wonderful and we saw a variety of wildlife. We will defiantly stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Loved our stay! A couple of items didn’t work or didn’t work properly. Reason not get 5 stars on accuracy of listing. However, this was minimal and didn’t affect our overall experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil S., Zimmerman, MN

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

late Sept stay

Beautiful, comfortable cabin. great views from large windows! Well equipped kitchen. Comfortable sleeping. Plenty of hot water. Friendly and responsive host... would gladly stay again!!! Remote, but we like that. Portage to lake a bit much for us seniors
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin K.

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

Lovely private retreat

We thoroughly enjoyed our weekend stay. It was relaxing to wake up with views of the creek from the bedroom window. 6 new inches of fresh snow made for fantastic winter activities. Evening games around the table and reading by the fireplace were a perfect way to end the day. This property was close to Gunflint attractions while still providing privacy. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike L.

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

A great getaway

The cabin had everything we needed for our stay with plenty of options. The gas stove provided plenty of heat for the entire cabin. The host provided us with helpful information in a Welcome Packet document. The Cabin and it's location provided us an escape from city living. We would easily stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025