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Lester River Retreat - 8 miles to Downtown Duluth

Find serenity on 3 acres of private land and unwind by a roaring fire. Enjoy spacious rooms with high-end amenities.

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Escape to Lester River Retreat, a peaceful North Shore getaway with expansive outdoor spaces. Unwind in the multi-teared outdoor seating area, enjoy the scenic views from several decks or gather around the large fire pit.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

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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 Performing Arts Center and Marshall W. Alworth Planetarium are also worth visiting. Visit our Duluth travel guide
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Duluth, MN

What's nearby

  • Lester River
    Lester River
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lester Park
    Lester Park
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Duluth Minnesota Aerial Lift Bridge and Canal Park at Night on the Shore of Lake Superior
    Aerial Lift Bridge
    15 min drive - 15.8 km
  • University of Minnesota Duluth
    11 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Miller Hill Mall
    20 min drive - 20.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    12 min drive
  • Starbucks
    13 min drive
  • Lake Superior Brewing
    5 min drive
  • Billy's
    9 min drive
  • Mount Royal Fine Foods
    12 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, smoke-free premises, and barbecue grills
  • 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

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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

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
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

Frequently asked questions

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

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the 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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Reviews

Lester River Retreat - 8 miles to Downtown Duluth Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

8.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location
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

Reviews

Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Halie M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025