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Beautiful, elegant and restored Historic Lodge in Northern Minnesota.

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Escape to Marcell Lodge, a historic log cabin on Ranier Lake. Enjoy the private dock and swimming area, or explore nearby outdoor recreation opportunities with access to kayaks and paddle boards. Relax in the great room, or gather around the campfire pit with firewood provided.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

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

Beautiful, elegant and restored Historic Lodge in Northern Minnesota.

Marcell Lodge is a lodging opportunity in the Edge of the Wilderness area and is located on Ranier Lake. The Marcell Lodge is a restored 2,500 sq ft 4 bedroom, 2 bath log cabin that is on the National Register of Historic Places. This unique, elegant, and beautiful lodge has a full kitchen, air conditioning, 3 levels, large indoor porch, private dock, swimming area, 2 bathrooms, laundry machines, and a very large great room! The Lodge is in a private setting but is located on the site of the Edge of the Wilderness Discovery Center so you are in close walking distance from a picnic shelter, interpretive trail, other historic buildings, a fishing pier, outdoor amphitheater, and the Discovery Center itself which includes modern interpretive displays, a gift shop, and environmental education programs throughout the summer. The Marcell Lodge also connects to the sidewalk system which leads to various businesses in Marcell and the Marcell Recreation Area which has a playground, tennis courts, and a paved trail.
Terrific Fishing
Located on Ranier Lake and the site of the Edge of the Wilderness Discovery Center
Private Dock & Swimming Area
Near Numerous Outdoor Recreation Opportunities
Campfire Pit with firewood provided
FREE Wifi
Boat, canoe, kayaks, paddle boards, and paddles Included with rental

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful, elegant and restored Historic Lodge in Northern Minnesota. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beautiful, elegant and restored Historic Lodge in Northern Minnesota.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful, elegant and restored Historic Lodge in Northern Minnesota.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful, elegant and restored Historic Lodge in Northern Minnesota.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful, elegant and restored Historic Lodge in Northern Minnesota. located?

This family-friendly Marcell cabin is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Edge of the Wilderness Discovery Center and Marcell Family Center. Newburg Bay is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

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Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 88 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 97 reviews

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

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

Great stay.

Enjoyed our stay. Lots of nature and excellent fishing.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen S.

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

Annual Family Trip

We had another amazing stay! We’ve been coming for 5 years. Great campfire area, nice fishing boat, paddle boards, and kayaks. Private location is very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark N.

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

Nice weekend in Marcell

Cabin was exactly as described. Very cool historic cabin that has everything you need for a fun weekend. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Rachel L.

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

Snowmobile Getaway

Beautiful and cozy place. Very clean and has everything you would need. Only negative thing is we all agreed upon is beds could be a little more comfortable. Definitely will stay again when in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon L.

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

Weekend family getaway

We really enjoyed our stay at the lodge. There are many modern amenities within this historic building. The central air was key during our late July stay! The detail and craftsmanship of these old CCC buildings is breathtaking. Great beach and fire pit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

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

Amazing!

We had a wonderful time. The lodge is beautiful! The view of the lake and the lake itself are amazing! The privacy was so nice and peaceful. We will definitely be coming back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

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

Wonderful

Our 2nd stay at the Marcell Lodge. Can't say enough about how wonderful the lodge, grounds, lake, privacy, area, and service support are. We will be back!
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara F.

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

Beautiful spot

The cabin was wonderful. It was very clean, plenty of room, plenty of towels and supplies. Having a little beach to ourselves was amazing. The boat and dock were great. Every one of us said we have to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana J W.

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

Perfect little get away tucked into the forest

We are so happy with our whole stay! The cabin was absolutely perfect! The attention to all the details from how well the kitchen was set up to the water toys and boat were amazing. We are already talking about returning! convince our sons to join us s well
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig F.

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

Amazing!

The cabin was beautiful! So clean and well taken care of. We slept the best we had in years probably because it was so quiet, cool and dark! Everything was ready for us from the boat with fuel, to the fire pit and wood supply to the nicely stocked kitchen! Best vacation ever!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe T.

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

Great place!!!

The place was perfect!!!!! Very clean and all the amenities that you need! I feel privileged having stayed in a place like this. I caught 25 Northern Pike trolling on the SW side of the lake using a black spinner bait. Special thanks to George & Rocky who were great chatting to and very knowledgeable. Thanks Tim!!!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

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

We love the Marcell Lodge

We had a wonderful stay at the Marcell Lodge! The lodge itself is historic, but wonderfully updated with many modern touches. The kitchen was great & fully stocked, and there were plenty of beds to spread out. The grounds are kept wonderfully manicured & the overall service from Tim & the team was exceptional (checking on us daily for fire wood & boat gas refills, handling quickly a couple small issues we had, etc.). Marcell itself is small, but the Pine Cone Cafe & Timberwolf Inn were both great places to grab a bite, and the Frontier Sports store offers just about everything (gas, bait, groceries, beer, ice cream, souvenirs, etc.). For more options, Bigfork is only about 10 mins north. Tons of great trails & lakes in the area. All in all 5/5 stars & we can't wait to come back!
Stayed 17 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elissa D.

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

Wonderful property

We loved staying here! Beautiful property, extremely clean, great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful site, very clean, great fishing, we had a ball!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Creig A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful, historic log cabin (updated for modern conveniences) at the edge of the wilderness. We enjoyed our stay tremendously.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patti K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was wonderful. The place was very clean and well stocked on everything we needed for the stay. Having the boat’s available was just another bonus. Would highly suggest it for your family vacations
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara F.

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

Second stay

Just finished our second stay and we loved it just as much as the first time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. Kitchen set up was very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This historic log cabin is absolutely beautiful—rustic yet elegant, with every comfort we needed. The setting is peaceful and full of charm, making it the perfect northern Minnesota getaway. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Molly N.

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

Lovely historic cabin

Spacious cabin that was perfect for the whole family to enjoy some time together in the north woods. Great combination of boats and paddle boards for fishing and playing in the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie V.

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

Excellent!

Wonderful place, we will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samir B.

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

Graduation weekend

Great cabin and lake we enjoyed staying there and hopefully we will be back soon
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a wonderful place to stay for winter break. The cabin is cozy with enough space to separate or be together in one room. The property in the winter is peaceful and beautiful. The host is very responsive if you need him and the cabin was clean. The kitchen has all the dishes, pots and pans you need. Bring paper towels or napkins. We would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean P.

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

Perfect Rustic Getaway

Beautifully renovated while staying true to the original architecture of the building.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madge A.

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

Awesome little gem!

We have a lovely time at the Marcell Lodge. Quaint and highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024