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Off grid yurt in birding area, access to state rec trail and Whiteface river

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Cozy bedroom with a large bed, desk, and comfortable seating area.
Relax on the cabin's inviting porch, surrounded by serene forest scenery.
Efficient living space with a compact design, featuring a refrigerator, power station, and AC unit.
Stroll through the serene forest, surrounded by nature's beauty and vibrant flowers.
Relax in this cozy yurt with a comfortable sofa, dining table, and wood-burning stove.

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4452 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space

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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.

Off grid yurt in birding area, access to state rec trail and Whiteface river

Off-Grid Yurt in Sax-Zim Bog
Year-Round Northern Minnesota Retreat

Located in the heart of the Sax-Zim Bog birding area, our off-grid yurt offers a unique and functional base for outdoor recreation in every season.
Ideal for birders, hikers, paddlers, and winter sports enthusiasts.

Open-layout yurt, sleeps 4
Room divider for partial privacy
Dining table with seating for 4
Wood stove and propane heater
Outdoor cooking only: BBQ grill, range/oven, and bonfire pit
Basic kitchen supplies included
Refrigerator, linens, towels, potable and wash water provided
Heated outhouse (note: no shower available in winter)

Adjacent to year-round state recreation trail (hiking, skiing, ATV, snowmobile)
River access for fishing, canoeing, and kayaking via main property
Located 6 miles from the Sax-Zim Bog Visitor Center, 40 minutes of Duluth, Grand Rapids, and Iron Range towns; 1.5 hours from Ely and the Boundary Waters

Parking at primary property (2-minute walk to yurt)
Wagon and sled available for gear transport
Trail conditions vary by season (mud in spring/summer, ice in winter)
Guests should anticipate natural wildlife sounds and occasional trail or road noise
State trail can be active on weekends

Well-behaved children and pets are welcome.
Guests must inform hosts in advance if bringing pets
Failure to do so will result in a fee
Children and pets must not be left alone in the yurt.

This stay is best suited for 4 nights.
Longer stays are welcome, but details should be worked out with host prior to booking.
We are available for all questions before and during your stay!

Property manager

Megan

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling 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)

General

  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 452 square feet
  • Water dispenser

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Please unplug refrigerator.
Please message host that you have departed.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Note from host: You must let host know if you bring your pet!

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
Note from host: Please contact host ahead of time for approval
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Meadowlands, MN

What's nearby

  • Baby Grand Lake - 58 min drive - 37.5 miles

Getting around

  • Hibbing, MN (HIB-Chisholm-Hibbing) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Trailside Lounge & Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Meadowlands Rocket Saloon - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Off grid yurt in birding area, access to state rec trail and Whiteface river pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Off grid yurt in birding area, access to state rec trail and Whiteface river?

As of Jul 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Off grid yurt in birding area, access to state rec trail and Whiteface river on Jul 31, 2025 start from $126.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Off grid yurt in birding area, access to state rec trail and Whiteface river?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Off grid yurt in birding area, access to state rec trail and Whiteface river?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Off grid yurt in birding area, access to state rec trail and Whiteface river located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Saint Louis River and within 32 mi (52 km) of Echo Valley MotoCross Track and Little Grand Lake. Baby Grand Lake and Swan River are also within 32 mi (52 km).

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Off grid yurt in birding area, access to state rec trail and Whiteface river Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved everything about our stay in this yurt!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

JoAnna L.

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

Such a wonderful stay!!!

My partner and I enjoyed our stay at the yurt immensely!! It was so beautiful and unique and had everything you could need or want.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon Y.

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

Just Magical!

Our family of four and a dog absolutely loved staying here! The yurt was so cozy and the host so accomodating! We have already booked another stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abbie K.

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

Best time!

We loved staying here and plan to come back. The nature was lovely. The yurt was cozy. The hosts are top-notch humans!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annie L.

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

Love the Yurt!

We absolutely love staying at the yurt! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

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

Great Stay!

We had an amazing stay in the cozy yurt in a peaceful, wooded bog area. Megan is a great host and ensured our comfort with thoughtful touches. The beautifully designed yurt felt like home, and waking up to birds chirping in the serene surroundings was unforgettable. We left rejuvenated and highly recommend this hidden gem for a relaxing, nature-filled getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

susan a.

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

Relaxing in The Yurt

PeacefulComfortableBeautiful setting
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

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

Great Winter Getaway

We had a wonderful time at the yurt. The wood stove is so cozy & we loved the quiet mornings with the birds at the feeders. It’s also close to Sax Zim Bog for exploring winter boardwalk trails. I would recommend this stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben M.

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

Wonderful location for birding

The yurt was cozy, clean, and comfortable. The hosts were very welcoming, and the location is ideal for birding at Sax-Zim bog.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

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

Excellent all around

Beautiful interior and very convenient setup. Kept warm even through a -11 degree night. Hosts we're great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michaela Bea G.

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

Second time at the Yurt

This little spot in the woods is such a nice retreat. The lens window at the apex of the Yurt and the stove are more enjoyable than TV and the owls and grouse and nuthatches and chikadees and frogs are the best sounds for relaxing. The red squirrels were the comic relief. This year the nicer weather meant a few more ATVs on the adjacent trail but they stop when it gets dark, mostly, and the fence and tree screen make all but the noise of them easy to ignore.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

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

Private and cozy

Second time staying in this yurt. Very cozy and private.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura F.

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

Fabulous family getaway

We just LOVED our first yurt experience while visiting the bog. Such a relaxing, BEAUTIFUL setting. The pictures don’t do this place justice. We’ll be back!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suellen S.

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

Super cozy yurt

Absolutely perfect. It was -28 degrees out, and we stayed cozy warm. Location is perfect for birding at the Bog, and the hosts are so kind and helpful. I came to the yurt last year, and fell in love with it. Definitely the perfect lodging for a Sax Zim Bog trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

K. C. H.

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

Bird Sanctuary Glamping

We couldn't be happier with this oasis in the wilderness. We came to birdwatch in the Sax-Zim Bog, but saw plenty of species at the feeders next to the yurt. Megan communicated clearly at every step of the process so we knew what to expect and had all of the comforts possible - including a heater in the outhouse! Do yourself a favor: leave your phone off and stay for a week.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy D.

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

Cozy and convenient lodging for birding trip to the Bog.

The yurt was an easy drive from Sak-Zim Bog where we were birding for the weekend. When we arrived Megan met us and gave us all the information we needed to know about the wood stove, cooking facilities, battery power for our devices and the lights. The yurt was already warm and cozy upon arrival and stayed perfectly comfortable through our stay, even though a blizzard was raging outside. This is a charming and amazingly well appointed little house in the woods.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith H.

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

Love this place

We had a great time- we just love staying at the yurt- get the fire going and stay warm and cozy and listen to nature all around you. The host even offered to show us the comet in the sky during our stay- she is so nice. It is such a great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda N.

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

Sax-Zim Bog visit

Excellent accommodations and so close to Sax Zim Bog. The temperature hit a low of -21 or so when we were there and we stayed toasty warm in the yurt. It wasn’t even that bad going out to the heated outhouse.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

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

Fun place!

Adorable room with a lovely outhouse!! Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yegor X.

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

Great place to feel the wilderness

Our family stayed in this beautifully built Yurt over the New Year's night. Host made us feel like home and comfortable at arrival. The place felt warm and inviting right away so we had super quiet and unforgettable experience. In the morning, birds were all over feeders, so we enjoyed their chirping. Too bad we had only one night, but will try to come back.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Short stay but great stay

We only stayed one night, but if we are in that area again we would love to stay there again! We immediately felt at ease after meeting the host. They are great!!! And the yurt was amazing as well!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

ezra b.

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

Yurt

Great place in the woods . Very comfortable place to spend some time . Lots of wildlife Deff have to spend more time next time we are up north
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Quinton D.

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

Excellent Weekend in Yurt

Megan and Aaron are excellent hosts that showed great hospitality and quick communication. I was very impressed with the quality and care they put into their yurt. The wood stove and propane heater do a fine job keeping the place warm (it was 20 below outside when I was there and 65 above in the yurt), and the water system and heated outhouse are cool touches. The place is super close to the Sax Zim bog Welcome Center, so it served as an excellent home base to embark on my adventures to the bog. If you are looking to visit the bog (or get a feel for off grid or yurt living in general), I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad S.

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

Awesome

We had a blast even in a short time staying at the yurt. We’ll be back to stay longer next time. Yurt has more than what you need as far as “camping”. Very relaxing and listening/seeing the wildlife within few steps from the yurt.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annie L.

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

Beautiful yurt!! Highly recommend!

Absolutely loved this property. Megan was so sweet and helpful. The yurt was beautiful and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

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