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Lester River Retreat - 8 miles to Downtown Duluth

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV
Dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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About the neighborhood

Located in Duluth, this lodge is in a rural area and on a river. Lester Park Golf Course and Hawk Ridge Bird Observatory are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Superior and Lester River. Marshall W. Alworth Planetarium and S.S. William A. Irvin Ore Boat Museum are also worth visiting.
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Duluth, MN

What's nearby

  • Hawk Ridge Bird Observatory - 10 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Glensheen Historic Estate - 12 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • University of Minnesota Duluth - 14 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Duluth Entertainment Convention Center - 17 min drive - 9.6 miles
  • Aerial Lift Bridge - 17 min drive - 9.6 miles

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Superior Dining Center - UMD - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Tavern on the Hill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Billy's - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Lester River Retreat - 8 miles to Downtown Duluth

Lodge near Lake Superior
Take advantage of a firepit, a garden, and a playground at Lester River Retreat - 8 miles to Downtown Duluth. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as an arcade/game room and laundry facilities.
Additional perks include:
  • Outdoor furniture, barbecue grills, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Lester River Retreat - 8 miles to Downtown Duluth have thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and dining tables.
More amenities include:
  • 2 bathrooms with jetted tubs and showers
  • Decks/patios, kitchens, and kitchenettes

Property manager

Pete

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Hot tub
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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

Lester River Retreat Duluth MN Lodge
Lester River Retreat Duluth MN Duluth
Lester River Retreat Duluth MN Lodge Duluth

Frequently asked questions

Is Lester River Retreat - 8 miles to Downtown Duluth pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Lester River Retreat - 8 miles to Downtown Duluth located?

Situated on a river, this lodge is steps from Lester River, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Lester Park Golf Course and University Park. Uninveristy of Minnesota Duluth and Lakewood Town Hall are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Lester River Retreat - 8 miles to Downtown Duluth Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amber T.

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

Great Vacation

Relaxing and comfortable close to many outdoor activities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

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

College Graduation

We had a peaceful and relaxing stay while we came up north for our daughter’s graduation. Super quiet and private spot.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Alex A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly what we wanted

This is a great place that has convenient access to all of the amenities you need for a VRBO. It's easy to get into Duluth proper, while having a back yard that feels quite and isolated. It was exactly what we wanted and we had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annie C.

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

Beautiful stay

We had an amazing stay at the Lester retreat! It is perfectly located near the town but far enough away to feel situated in wilderness. We were especially thankful for the large backyard and activities for our kids to run and play. Hot tub was an added bonus. We were pleasantly surprised to have two bathrooms at the property. Check in process was a breeze and the property managers were very communicative and helpful throughout our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

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

Trampled by Balners

In Duluth for Trampled by Turtles. First friend vacation. All 9 of us fit comfortably. We were pleasantly surprised to find a second bathroom. We would definitely stay again! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024