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Private 3+ acre executive retreat 4 "blocks" from Pokegama Lake & bike trailhead

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Huge firepit with detailed landscaping in front of house, yet cloaked in privacy
Firepit
Front of house
View of firepit and driveway from the kitchen.
Back patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14418.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Cohasset, MN
  • Tioga Beach and Picnic Area
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Tioga Pit Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Pokegama Golf Course
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Grand Rapids, MN (GPZ-Itasca County)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1 - Master Bedroom

1 King Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Child Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4 - Ground Level

1 Queen Bed

Office 1

2 Large Single Bunk Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2 - Main Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master bath - off Master Bedroom and Living Room

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private 3+ acre executive retreat 4 "blocks" from Pokegama Lake & bike trailhead

Hillcrest is a private, spacious home in a quiet, safe neighborhood on a cul-de-sac, nestled high on a hill surrounded by wooded privacy. The vaulted ceilings, towering windows, hardwood floors, and massive granite kitchen island will make this space ideal for a large group, such as a corporate or family retreat, yet even a single family. You'll love the close proximity to the areas premier amenities including Tioga Beach on Pokegama Lake with a nice boat launch, pavilion picnic area and playground (4mn walk on a private trail, steps from the driveway). Tioga Mountain Bike Trailhead is also a 4mn bike ride from the driveway. There are 4 golf courses within a 20-minute drive. Grand Rapids' myriad amenities, and of course, over 1,000 lakes in the county make this a spectacular place to explore with your family and friends.

Inside this 4,500 square foot house, there is room for everyone and then some. The gathering spaces include a living room/dining room, kitchen, loft, and recreational room. The living room/dining room space includes an electric fireplace, puzzle table, a large Smart TV, a bar with wine glasses, and a movie theater popcorn machine (popcorn included!). The dining room table has leaves to seat 8+. The French doors lead outside to the stamped concrete entertainment area with patio furniture and a gas grill.

The kitchen has the largest refrigerator and island you've ever seen! The 20-foot vaulted ceilings and wall of windows make this a beautiful and inviting space. The gas stove, sinks, and fridge are surrounded by black maple custom cabinets. There are 5 taller chairs to belly-up to eat at the island and two standard-size padded dining chairs off to the side to enjoy your coffee or tea. There are two sinks, a separate pantry, and dishwasher. It's fully equipped with high-quality appliances, utensils, pots/pans, and dinnerware like a Kitchen Aid mixer, Instapot, 40-cup coffee pot, blender, 4-slice toaster, toaster oven, coffee pot, and more. The kitchen is also fully stocked with dishwasher detergent, paper towels, some coffee and tea to get you by (suggest bringing your own), a variety of spices, and some condiments.

The loft is a great place to look at the views of the surrounding area, relax in the large sectional, and enjoy the electric fireplace. This cozy space includes a large Smart TV, a small desk, kids’ games, and a variety of books.

The attached garage was turned into a Rec Room great for teens or young adults who want to let loose playing foosball or games at the card table. The room has a second fridge/freezer and an oversize chair with an ottoman. One of the two garage doors has a remote-control screen that can be put down allowing fresh air in (either day or night) while keeping the mosquitoes out! In this room you will find outdoor games, balls, ~6 nylon lawn chairs, bocce ball, small cornhole boards, and beach toys. As an extra bonus, there are two solid twin-size bunk beds for 4 extra sleeping spaces.

The front yard gradually leads you to the large fire pit and makes for breath-taking star gazing. The massive driveway allows many cars, boats, snowmobiles, you name it to comfortably park. There is plenty of grass space for an RV and trails to play and explore around the property.

Added amenities include a Sonos speaker system with speakers installed throughout the house – listen to music in all rooms or one room but not another, jog stroller, high-chair, pack and play, dog toys, a cupboard full of board games and puzzles (in the kitchen island across from the windows), baby gate, beach towels, kids’ life jackets, and an adult-size electric bike that can be rented separately (contact host for more details).

Things to consider: The driveway is relatively steep. The main living area requires climbing up a large staircase from the front door. Bringing slippers or indoor shoes is suggested.

Enjoy searching for the hidden door!

Property manager

Eric J Gunderson

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Do not throw anything, other than toilet paper, into the toilets.
If the grill is used, always turn off the gas immediately after use. Please clean it and cover it before check-out
Do NOT strip the sheets from a used bed - leave a used bed unmade and the cleaners will strip, wash, and remake the beds.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Cohasset

Located in Cohasset, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Forest History Center and Old Central School are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mississippi River and Bass Brook Wildlife Management Area. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Cohasset, MN

What's nearby

  • Tioga Beach and Picnic Area - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Pokegama Lake - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Tioga Pit Beach - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Pokegama Golf Course - 11 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Judy Garland Museum - 12 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private 3+ acre executive retreat 4 "blocks" from Pokegama Lake & bike trailhead pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Private 3+ acre executive retreat 4 "blocks" from Pokegama Lake & bike trailhead?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private 3+ acre executive retreat 4 "blocks" from Pokegama Lake & bike trailhead?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private 3+ acre executive retreat 4 "blocks" from Pokegama Lake & bike trailhead located?

This family-friendly Cohasset holiday home is located on the beach, within 1 mi (2 km) of Tioga Beach and Picnic Area and Bass Brook Wildlife Management Area. Tioga Pit Beach and Pokegama Lake are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chad D.

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

Fantastic Stay

Fit our needs, great property and location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wade Z.

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

July Stay

Property was well cared for and Eric was great in communicating everything we needed for a great stay! Beautiful home, would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clayton P.

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

Great house

Away from the road, spacious house, great fire pit
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

T V.

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

Excellent House!

I had a reunion for all of our family. So we needed a place that is isolated for outdoor activities, large enough for 10+ adults, and close enough to accommodate golfing, fishing, and other fun things. This place was extremely quiet, property was so surrounded by trees so we didn't have to worry about noise. Will definitely rent again if we ever need to be back in that area!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

kim z.

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

Family getaway

Our large group enjoyed being able to spread out in the spacious house. My daughter arrived before me and txt to the group “this place is massive!” She wasn’t wrong! Had every thing we could imagine we needed. If there was an issue Eric was quick to respond. Would definitely stay again. Thanks for a great home base for our family!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darla N.

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

North

We are Repeat renters here-- AND BECAUSE ITS Awesome !! location, size, great communication with Owner, Beautiful well taken care of property... We WILL rent again !
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paulette D.

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

Golden wedding anniversary party.

Our Stay at Hillcrest was fabulous. A large home with everything you need to have a party. Best equipped Kitchen I have ever had in a Vrbo rental. The owner of the property is a wonderful guy. I would recommend this property over everything in the whole area. Location is fabulous everything is within a 7 mile radius. Thank you for everything Eric. You have a wonderful property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra L.

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

great

it was very awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

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

A comfortable and enjoyable stay!

Our stay included 9 adults and 2 children and the house provided plenty of space both inside and out. We spent many hours around the bonfire pit and easily enjoyed cooking and eating meals together in the large kitchen. It was a short walk, less than 10 minutes, to the beach which included access to a trail and a playground. The house was well equipped and the host, Eric, was very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo O.

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

Fabulous

Very spacious house. Huge fridge. Loved the privacy and the easy accessibility to the public beach. Eric graciously supplied us with a few extras - garden hose, extension cords and even a toddler wagon. Perfect place for a large family
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alisha L.

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

Best rental ever

My family booked Eric’s beautiful rental for a quick weekend getaway. We have rented multiple different properties throughout Minnesota over the years, and most of the group mentioned how much they loved this one. The features of the home were amazing, the location was beautiful, we enjoyed the privacy, the home fit all 13 of us, and there was always something for us to do. I also really appreciated Eric accommodating us when we asked if we could check in a bit earlier. Eric gave great instructions, and was very communicative through out our stay and assisted us with all of the questions we had. We definitely will be back. Thanks so much Eric for being such a great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Susan S.

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

Secluded but easy access to Grand Rapids

Spacious enough for a group of 5 to spend quiet time. The kitchen island made a great dining table, the table by the bar was to far from the kitchen. Loft was great space but the furniture was horrible (to soft). Night sky is beautiful out the kitchen windows. AC was perfect and consistent thru out. If you bring a dog make sure it is on a leash, people in the area do not use leashes. Also for bears at night. We had a great 5 days and check out Judy Garlands house with Children's Museum.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

darren o., Great Falls mb

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

Really really nice stay

My wife, Tiffany and I were very impressed with this home. Huge, spacious. We brought our two cats, which is sometimes tough to find a place. But Eric was a great host. It snowed in April here, but we loved the peacefulness, watching tv and relaxing. Will rent here again, if given the chance, for sure. 5 stars easy. The shower, bedrooms, sound system...awesome!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H., Glenwood, MN

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

Beautiful home with enough room for everyone

This home is very large and absolutely beautiful. It was perfect for our large group which consisted of 4 families. The bunk room downstairs was a great option for the kids. The master suite is amazing. Communication with the host was easy, and check in was simple. The house was very clean and had the most beautiful, well-stocked kitchen. We enjoyed the huge fire pit and the close proximity to the park and beach. The kids loved the driveway loop for riding their bikes. We had a wonderful time and we were very happy to have this beautiful property as our home base. Would absolutely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Trevor Y.

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

Great Multi-family home

End of August stay. Home is big with ample room for multi-family; very clean and well-stocked. We tried to figure out the sound system ( didn't really want to purchase or cancel apps) but didn't- not a big deal. Would have been nice to be able to park our ride in a garage. Trail is at end of road. One nice day trip is the Joyce estate in Chippewa National Forrest- hiking and history- good find.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Farhana K.

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

Perfect getaway to enjoy the north woods and all the lakes!

What a beautiful home to host our group of 7. The rooms had everything to make us feel at home. The designs and the features are truly incredible. We definitely will love to come back! We explored the Tioga recreational area and swam/paddle boarded in the Iron pit almost everyday during our stay. There is a pathway to the Tioga beach at the end of the Hillcrest drive. My boys went out fishing everyday at Pokegama and caught some northern pikes. We hiked the Joyce estates trail and enjoyed the north woods. Eric is a wonderful host- he was very prompt in communicating when we reached out. He provided great tips about fishing, swimming and hiking around the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tica H.

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

Cohasset get away

The facility was in excellent condition, very clean. The 4 bedrooms plus the bunk room provided plenty of space for us to spread out. Once there, it was a little way from the lake, but walkable and safe. It was also near a bike trail which I rode into Grand Rapids. The washer, wasn't working properly when I used it, and luckily the wasp nest on the swingset was not a factor when the toddlers played on it. We had planned 2 dinners on the grill, however the propane ran out after 1 and there was no spare available. I would stay here again. Left some items behind,texted the owner, never heard from the owner after we'd departed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

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

Nice place for winter getaway

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

About the host

Hosted by Eric J Gunderson

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Spending the last 25 years in big cities like Denver and Minneapolis was enough to drive me to relocate to a place with more room to move, bountiful wildlife, an overall more laid-back lifestyle. Not to mention we have a wonderful family in this beautiful town.

Why they chose this property

Location, location, location....located minutes from the Tioga Recreation Area, Hillcrest Haven provides easy access to all of the premier amenities located in a county with over 1,000 pristine lakes. Additionally, the house is close to town, yet provides a level of privacy that allows you to truly "get away". The area also provides a burgeoning dining and entertainment scene, 3 golf courses within 12 miles, and myriad activities that will surely provide something for everyone.

What makes this property unique

Of the guests we have had so far, EVERYONE has listed the kitchen as their favorite room in the house. With a grand granite island, towering 20' vaulted ceiling and wall of windows, and enhanced by a top of the line Sonos sound system positioned throughout, this space provides the ultimate gathering space for large groups or families.