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Beautiful, elegant and restored Historic Lodge in Northern Minnesota.

Lakefront cabin with kitchen and patio

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Escape to Marcell Lodge, a historic log cabin on Ranier Lake. Enjoy the private dock and swimming area, or explore nearby outdoor recreation opportunities with access to kayaks and paddle boards. Relax in the great room, or gather around the campfire pit with firewood provided.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8232 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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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.

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 amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • 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

  • Smoking not allowed

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

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Marcell, MN

What's nearby

  • Edge of the Wilderness Discovery Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Marcell Family Center - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Bills Lake - 13 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Scenic State Park - 35 min drive - 27.2 km
  • Lake Winnibigoshish - 47 min drive - 41.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Hayslips Corner - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Riley's Cannibal Junction - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Pine Cone Soup & Sandwich Shoppe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Timberwolf Inn Hotel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Richie's Marcell Inn and Supper Club - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

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

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful, elegant and restored Historic Lodge in Northern Minnesota. located?

This family-friendly Marcell cabin is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Edge of the Wilderness Discovery Center and Marcell Family Center. Newburg Bay is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

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Reviews

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

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 96 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elissa D.

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

Wonderful property

We loved staying here! Beautiful property, extremely clean, great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Creig A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful, historic log cabin (updated for modern conveniences) at the edge of the wilderness. We enjoyed our stay tremendously.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful site, very clean, great fishing, we had a ball!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patti K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was wonderful. The place was very clean and well stocked on everything we needed for the stay. Having the boat’s available was just another bonus. Would highly suggest it for your family vacations
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara F.

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

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

Molly N.

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

Lovely historic cabin

Spacious cabin that was perfect for the whole family to enjoy some time together in the north woods. Great combination of boats and paddle boards for fishing and playing in the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samir B.

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

Graduation weekend

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

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

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

Great stay.

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

10/10 Excellent

Julie V.

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

Excellent!

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

10/10 Excellent

Mike L.

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

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

Anne O.

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

Jean P.

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

Perfect Rustic Getaway

Beautifully renovated while staying true to the original architecture of the building.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the 2nd time we've stayed here and it is always so peaceful! The cabin is beautiful, the supplied water activities were a hit with the whole family, and the new firepit was a nice addition to see and use! Tim was very easy to work with and kept us updated on some things that impacted our stay (plumber had to come and fix a toilet after we checked in and the oven didn't work). The plumber was friendly, professional, and fast! I can't recommend this cabin and town enough! Love the atmosphere and the history behind it. Always 5 stars from me!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madge A.

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

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

Mike L.

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

Up North log cabin adventure

A beautiful log cabin, the tall pines and nicely maintained grounds.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Rachel L.

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

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

Jen S.

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

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

Claire L.

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

Classic NORTH WOODS Ccc lodge

Enjoyed our stay tremendously at this historic lodge! A true gem in the chippeawa National Forest.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark N.

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

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

Jon L.

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

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

Royce W.

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

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

Joe B.

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Angela L.

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

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

Lori B.

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

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