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2 bedrooms, desk, bed sheets
TV, video games, DVD player, books
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 651 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

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Esko, MN
  • Place, Jay Cooke State Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Spirit Mountain
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Aerial Lift Bridge
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Jay Cooke Cottage: Park like yard with firepit, close to state park,dogs welcome

Welcome to the entire cottage and park like yard on jay cooke rd. With a new addition in the spring of 2026 is a seperate two person wood burning sauna.

Down the road you will find yourself in Jay cooke state park with the superior hiking trail (SHT) and the munger trail boasting several miles of rugged hiking paths, smooth blacktop paths and easy access to COGGS trails.

Also, Jay Cooke State Park features approximately 6 miles of designated, scenic horse trails, offering a unique way to experience the park's rocky river gorges and forests.

The quiet neighborhood will help you enjoy star filled nights by the fire pit and the new sauna behind the cottage.

We have six camp and outdoor chairs, with outdoor and patio furniture including a hammock. This is your escape from the cities hustle and bustle but close enough to duluth,mn and superior, wi. OR a great base for north snd south shore activities.

Jay Cooke Cottage invites all outdoor enthusiasts to partake in miles of mountain biking, biking, rollerblading, birding, hiking, nature trails, cross country skiing, snow shoeing, disc golf, horse trails, fishing, snowboarding, downhill skiing, rock hounding, kayaking, paddle boarding, great photography and just getting to be outside!

We also just opened our two person wood.burning sauna sitting detached and behind the house around the tall pines.

Our kitchen is supplied with any utensil you would need to cook a meal for your whole family or group.

The wood burning sauna is big enough for two people
We have a coffee pot that brews by the pot or uses k-pods. If you wish to cook outside we have a charcoal grill and freestanding grill for over the fire pit.

The cottage was freshly redone in 2024 and new upsates in 2026 including local nature art, Himalayan salt lamps, secondary lighting, essential oil diffusers and a zen nature vibe.

Our cottage does NOT have any cameras for your privacy.

If you want to be by Jay Cooke campers but have your own beds, shower with privacy and a wood burning sauna this is your place!

Google verified distances from the jay cooke cottage to:
1.Jay Cooke Park Campground~2.6 mi
2.Duluth Entertainment Convention Center (DECC)~16.9 miles via I-35 N
3. AMSOIL Arena ~ 16.8 miles via I-35 N
4. ☆Essentia Hospital☆ ~17 mi via I-35N
5.☆St Lukes Hospital☆ 17.8 mi via I-35N
6. COGGS Chambers Grove/Mission Creek Trailhead~ 6.1 miles via Hwy 210
7.Boy Scout Public Water access (two docks) 10.7 miles via Becks Rd
8. Spirt Mountain ~ 10.2 mi via I-35N
9. Mont Du Lac 6.8 miles via Hwy 210
10.Duluth Heritage Sports Center 14.8 mi via I-35N
11. Bentleyville: via I35N 17 miles, 21.minutes
11. Aerial Lift Bridge/Canal Park 17.2 miles via I-35N
12.Miller Hill mall~ 18.7 mi via I-35N
13. MCquade Small boat Harbor/Lake Superior 28.1 mi via I-35N
We can't wait to have you!
~Mike and Andrea
During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Jay Cooke State Park. A kitchen and a patio are available in the cottage.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, patio and living room
  • On-site recreation includes a sauna and a playground
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Jay Cooke State Park and a 5-minute drive from Saint Louis River
Jay Cooke Cottage: Park like yard with firepit, close to state park,dogs welcome offers its guests a sauna, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Esko cottage is smoke free.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a lake
  • Near a river
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 550 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Gather used towels

Turn off the lights

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Please be aware of neighbors and not have music or loud voices after 10 pm. Thanks.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 3 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Please make sure the 49.00 pet fee is paid.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number 4051133
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Jay Cooke Cottage: Park like yard with firepit, close to state park,dogs welcome Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert O.

Liked: Cleanliness
The kitchen was equipped for cooking. Everything was adequate for our stay. We enjoyed the spacious yard for a camp fire and for frisbee.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shawnte D., Minneapolis, Minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved this place so much! It was in a beautiful peaceful location, comfy couch and bed. Kitchen had everything we needed. Communication was great with owners. Would def stay again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026

8/10 Good

Fiona

Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing stay for my wife and I and our dog. Cozy cottage in a peaceful setting near Jay Cooke state park and a short drive into Duluth. Hosts were very accommodating and quick to answer questions. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage was very clean. Cozy and warm. It was snowing heavy when we arrived and Host was very accommodating and timely getting snow cleared out. Hot water, heat, bathroom nice and large. Pet friendly - my two Pomeranians were comfortable. Looking forward to a possible follow up visit in summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kay N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic communication and property was clean and convienient!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Grant F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Welcoming for pets, the house was clean and a great base camp for visiting Jay Cooke. Even had my favorite movies on DVD to watch while we unwound
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Neil P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everthing was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jenn P., Excelsior, MN, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stay in this cozy cottage! A very peaceful and comfortable spot, with a pretty and welcoming interior. Communication from our hosts was helpful and timely. We did not take advantage of the proximity to Jay Cooke Park and other beautiful natural areas this time, but could easily see why this would be a great spot to stay for such adventures!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Corey B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We needed a place to stay while visiting our Son an his family for Christmas, and this more than fit the bill. Very cozy and well equipped.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, weather was very cold but the house was cozy, warm and the christmas tree and lights set a great mood for the season! Kitchen had everything needed. The location is great, close to duluth and restaurants/activites but far away enough to enjoy the night sky. Host was very communicative and offered great suggestions.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie J., Shakopee

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little cottage for a winter weekend trip! Pet friendly! The hosts were very attentive and accessible for questions. We all slept very warm and confortable. As a pleasent supprise there was a real Christmas tree in the living room for us! .Will definitely stay here again on a trip up north.
My kids relaxing on the couch.
The cottage
Lexie in her jammies by the tree
Major, Minor and Lexie by the tree
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
The place was nice and cozy. The kitchen was well equipped and everything worked out great. The host was friendly and communicative and my dogs got to come with!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rennah A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Warm and cozy cabin with everything we needed. Great selection of DVDs and loved the little relaxing touches like the air diffuser and salt lamp. Our daughter loved playing in the snow in the yard.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lizbeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness
It worked great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reuben M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Came to Jay Cooke Cottage to check the place out for a possible future stay next summer. Really liked the proximity to the State Park and the William Munger trail which we plan to ride next spring and summer. Mike And Andrea were fantastic. They checked on us to make sure that we had everything we needed and gave us ideas on things we could do. The place was cozy, comfortable, clean and decorated really nice. Our dogs enjoyed the area as they got to encounter new smells while we hiked through the state park and also over by Ely's Peak. When at the cottage they enjoyed looking out the window into the yard and they both slept right under the window too. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and plan on coming back again and would recommend it to others.
sleeping after a busy hike.
anticipating the next hike
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
This clean, cozy place was perfect for a weekend getaway. Conveniently located adjacent to Jay Cooke State Park made access to trails for daily hikes a breeze. And communication with the owners is the best I’ve ever experienced. They were incredibly responsive and made helpful recommendations for restaurants, trails, kayak rentals and more. We’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location. Nice and dark for skywatching.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

April H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful clean house. Very comfortable. Very close to Jay Cooke State Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to Jay Cooke. Trailer not a cottage. No wifiNicely decorated and kitchen stocked. Host very helpful .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

SARA P., Walhalla, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy lil place, perfect for a few friends!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt R.

Liked: Cleanliness
All the small details are done well. The cottage was very deep clean. All the appliances work great. The shower is hot and has plenty of pressure. The area is whisper quiet and close to tons of fun things. We tossed a frisbee around the huge yard, went to Cloquet, Duluth and the shore, Jay Cooke, the candy store, etc. The hosts were great as well. Will totally stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bethany S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, cozy space to stay! Worked perfect for us with our dog. Really appreciated all of the area recommendations the hosts provided - they were so helpful! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay! Mike and Andrea are amazing hosts and truly care about their guests! We had the pleasure of visit with Mike a few times and think the world of him. Great location close to Jay Cooke State Park and not far to surrounding areas. Property was spotless, quiet and great neighbors. Perfect for a couple or small family. Can’t say enough great things about our stay, hosts and people of Minnesota.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful time exploring the area and didn't realize how beautiful it was. We loved the swing bridge area. We spent a lot of time doing crafts, while the guys went fishing and golfing. It was a very relaxing four days.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025