Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor

Welcome to Oso Verde - wilderness retreat, cabin, and your up-north getaway. Serves as an excellent base camp for year-round Minnesota outdoor recreation. - Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
1 mile straight shot to Big Sandy Lake. 2.5 miles to the nearest place where you can park a vehicle/trailer to bring your own watercraft. - Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
Main level master bedroom with king size bed, nightstands, TV with Roku to login to your streaming accounts, and desk/ergonomic chair. Closet has extra blankets, pillows, and pack 'n play with booster for kitchen table. - Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
Firepit with firewood provided - Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
Living area open to dining area, kitchen, and loft. Beautiful windows and views of the property. Roku TV and cupboards with games, puzzles, & cards. Also provided are Super Nintendo and Classic Nintendo gaming consoles. - Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
Large breakfast bar with 3 barstools and plenty of meal preparation space. - Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
Cabin is located on the trail system for ATVs/snowmobiling - no trailering needed after you arrive. - Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
You will have the property to yourself, including garage and plenty of parking - Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
Fully stocked kitchen, coffee bar, dishwasher, ice maker, and pantry space. - Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
Coffee bar stocked with coffee supplies and several tea options. - Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
Beautiful pine wood interior throughout with cedar and hickory accents. - Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
Living area open to dining area, kitchen, and loft bedroom. Roku TV, games, cards & puzzles are provided. - Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
Living area, cupboards store games, cards & puzzles. - Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
Living area - Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
Living area open to dining area, kitchen, and loft. Roku TV, games & puzzles. - Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
Staircase leads to the loft which is the second bedroom. - Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
Main level master bedroom with king size bed, nightstands, TV with Roku to login to your streaming accounts, and desk/ergonomic chair. Closet has extra blankets, pillows, and pack 'n play with booster - Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
Spacious walk-in shower, bidet, vanity, full length mirror - Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
Spacious walk-in shower, bidet, vanity, full length mirror - Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
Ice maker, filtered water, pantry space and lots of basic necessities are waiting for you in this nicely stocked kitchen. Washer/Dryer at the end of the hallway. - Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
Entrance to kitchen and hallway to bathroom/master bedroom - Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
The loft bedroom has 2 queen sized beds, nightstands and storage drawers that slide under the beds. Space to hang clothes and a small vanity/desk. - Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
The loft bedroom has 2 queen sized beds, nightstands and storage drawers that slide under the beds. - Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
The loft bedroom has 2 queen sized beds, nightstands and storage drawers that slide under the beds. - Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
Insulated & heated garage for your use during your stay. - Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
Outside patio with chairs, swinging bench, and side tables - Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
2.5 acres of private property is exceptionally quiet. - Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
Classic Nintendo and Super Nintendo gaming consoles available in the media/game cupboard. - Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
Deer frequent the property - Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
Views from the property - Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
Private driveway leads to spacious property tucked in the woods. - Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
View from behind the cabin - garage, parking spots, and cabin - Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
Beautiful fall sunset - Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
Winter retreat in the woods - ready for you to get on a snowmobile, snowshoe, or head to the lake for ice fishing/hiking. - Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
Winter view of the property - Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
Insulated & heated garage for your use during your stay. - Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
Winter view of the property - Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor
Extra table is a great place to do a puzzle, or use the main kitchen table. - Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor

Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat & Woods Haven - McGregor

Minnesota Up North Cabin in the Woods, Nature Retreat on Trails, 1 mile to Big Sandy Lake
4 Guests · 2 Bedrooms · 1 Bathrooms · Cabin · Entire place · 1500 Sqft
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Year-round cabin for 4 guests in a tranquil, private woods setting. The great Minnesota Outdoors is in close proximity - ATV/snowmobile trails, lakes, fishing, hiking, boat/ATV rentals, & stargazing. Here is your chance to truly get away, yet still be within 15 minutes of many dining, bar, and grocery options.

Highlighted amenities include firepit, high-speed Wi-Fi, TVs (login to your streaming accounts), heated garage, direct trail access, stocked kitchen, garage, & 1 mile to Big Sandy Lake!WELCOME BACK SNOWMOBILERS!

- Master bedroom is on the main level and is furnished with a king size bed
- The loft bedroom is ~500 sq ft and has two queen size beds
- The bathroom is on the main level and has a large, double-head walk-in shower, we provide plenty of towels
- One of the living area sofas also folds out into a double sofa sleeper bed
- A 2 car garage is available for your toys, boat, cars ... its also insulated & heated for winter sports
- Stream your favorite series/movies from the air conditioned & heated comfort of the cabin on Roku TVs
- Classic Nintendo and Super Nintendo consoles are available with over 50 games, along with many puzzles/games/cards for your enjoyment
- Nicely stocked kitchen, breakfast bar and expandable table to have a cabin cooked meal or do a monumental puzzle
- Many supplies are provided for guests: paper towels, toilet paper, all linens, dishwasher soap, dish soap, hand soap, laundry detergent, dryer sheets, hangers, shampoo/conditioner, body wash, trash bags, coffee, tea, sugar, cooking spices/supplies, drawer with I forgot extras in the bathroom, and more!!
- Nice windows and natural light for outdoor views throughout, great for birdwatching and viewing wildlife
- Has the feel of a A-Frame but provides more overall space like a Chalet
- This cabin is glamping in house form!

Sleeping Configuration

Master Bedroom
Master Bedroom
1 king bed
Main level master bedroom with adjoining bathroom.
Loft Bedroom
Loft Bedroom
2 queen beds
The ~500 sq foot loft has 2 queen sized beds

What this place offers

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IconHair Dryer
IconLinens Provided
IconTowels Provided
IconFull Kitchen
IconOven
IconFire Pit
IconPatio
IconHigh Speed Internet
IconLaptop friendly workspace
IconDesk
IconDesk Chair

Nearby activities

IconWater skiing
IconJet skiing
IconBeach Volleyball
IconPier fishing
IconGolf
IconSwimming
IconFishing
IconHunting

Suitability

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Child friendly
Crib/Pack 'n Play
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No events allowed
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No smoking allowed
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No Parking

Meet The Host

IconMember since: February 2023
IconSpeaks: English
IconResponse rate: 100%
IconResponse time: within a few hours

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Welcome to Oso Verde - wilderness retreat, cabin, and your up-north getaway. Serves as an excellent base camp for year-round Minnesota outdoor recreation.
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Welcome to Oso Verde - wilderness retreat, cabin, and your up-north getaway. Serves as an excellent base camp for year-round Minnesota outdoor recreation.
1 mile straight shot to Big Sandy Lake. 2.5 miles to the nearest place where you can park a vehicle/trailer to bring your own watercraft.
Woods view
1 mile straight shot to Big Sandy Lake. 2.5 miles to the nearest place where you can park a vehicle/trailer to bring your own watercraft.
Firepit with firewood provided
Woods view
Firepit with firewood provided
Cabin is located on the trail system for ATVs/snowmobiling - no trailering needed after you arrive.
Woods view
Cabin is located on the trail system for ATVs/snowmobiling - no trailering needed after you arrive.
You will have the property to yourself, including garage and plenty of parking
Woods view
You will have the property to yourself, including garage and plenty of parking
Woods view
Woods view
Woods view
Woods view
Outside patio with chairs, swinging bench, and side tables
Woods view
Outside patio with chairs, swinging bench, and side tables
2.5 acres of private property is exceptionally quiet.
Woods view
2.5 acres of private property is exceptionally quiet.
Woods view
Woods view
Deer frequent the property
Woods view
Deer frequent the property
Views from the property
Woods view
Views from the property
Private driveway leads to spacious property tucked in the woods.
Woods view
Private driveway leads to spacious property tucked in the woods.
View from behind the cabin - garage, parking spots, and cabin
Woods view
View from behind the cabin - garage, parking spots, and cabin
Beautiful fall sunset
Woods view
Beautiful fall sunset
Winter retreat in the woods - ready for you to get on a snowmobile, snowshoe, or head to the lake for ice fishing/hiking.
Woods view
Winter retreat in the woods - ready for you to get on a snowmobile, snowshoe, or head to the lake for ice fishing/hiking.
Winter view of the property
Woods view
Winter view of the property
Woods view
Woods view
Woods view
Woods view
Winter view of the property
Woods view
Winter view of the property

Location

McGregor, Minnesota is where natural wonders never cease.
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Getting around

The cabin is a short, 1 mile drive down a gravel road after you exit the highway. Within an hour radius is McGregor, Palisade, Tamarack, Moose Lake, Aitkin, and Grand Rapids. Only 90 minutes to Duluth and 2.5 hours to the Twin Cities.

The road is maintained by the county and the cabin's driveway is plowed by a dependable, local service. There is plenty of parking on the driveway or in the 2-car insulated & heated garage.
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Directions

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These directions are for planning purposes only. You may find that construction projects, traffic, weather, or other events may cause conditions to differ from the map results, and you should plan your route accordingly. You must obey all signs or notices regarding your route.

Policies and Rules

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Check In: 4PM - 11AM
Guest will be provided with check-instructions the week of arrival. Instructions will include a 4 digit access code for the smart locks of the home and garage doors.
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Check Out: 11AM
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No pets
Minimum age limit for renters: 25
Maximum occupancy: 4
Occupancy limit applies to all overnight guests, including children. Daytime guest limit is 8.
House Rules
1. Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM; Guest(s) must refrain from loud party noises, music, etc.
2. Guest(s) cannot hold events/parties on the premises
3. Maximum number of overnight guests: 4; maximum number of non-overnight guests: 4; for a total of 8 daytime guests
4. No discharge of firearms or explosives, and no use of fireworks
5. No pets allowed inside the house/garage or outdoors kept on the property
6. No smoking/vaping inside the home or garage
7. No guest parking allowed on roads in the vicinity
8. Do not store or dispose of garbage outside
9. Respect the neighbors’ posted signs (e.g., no trespassing, no hunting)
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Payment Policy
Payment through Paypal, Venmo, or credit card processing through Square via Houfy interface.
Refundable Damage Deposit
Guest to pay for any damages or extra cleaning time required after their stay. Deposits are returned within 14 calendar days of check out.
Notes
- We are your ATV/Snowmobiling base camp, with direct access to more than 150 miles of locally maintained ATV/Snowmobile trails accessed directly from the cabin; no trailering around needed once you check in
- Explore 113 miles of nearby Soo Line Trail - Northern Route on ATV or snowmobile
- You will correspond directly with a very responsive owner - wanting to ensure that you have everything you need for a perfect stay
- Perfect for ATV/Snowmobiling getaways, couples weekends, small family getaways, friends retreats, or a much needed change of scenery
- Weekday remote worker sanctuary with desk/chair option and impressive fiber to the home high speed internet
- The McGregor / Aitkin county area boasts plenty of treasures: lakes, ATV/snowmobile trails, dark night skies, wildlife, rivers, restaurants, bars, a National Golf Course, cute downtown shops in Aitkin/McGregor/Grand Rapids
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