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The Little Gem on Bluegill Bay

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A house with a view of a lake, surrounded by trees and a grassy yard. - The Little Gem on Bluegill Bay (Tenstrike)
A grassy area with a dock extending into a calm lake, surrounded by trees. - The Little Gem on Bluegill Bay (Tenstrike)
A modern kitchen with black cabinets, a stainless steel stove, a microwave, and a sink. - The Little Gem on Bluegill Bay (Tenstrike)
A bedroom with a bed, a TV, a ceiling fan, a wall-mounted heater, a wooden nightstand, and a window with purple curtains. - The Little Gem on Bluegill Bay (Tenstrike)
A modern kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a dining area with a round table and chairs, a television mounted on the wall, and a kitchen island. - The Little Gem on Bluegill Bay (Tenstrike)
Consider a stay at The Little Gem on Bluegill Bay and take advantage of a firepit, a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

The Little Gem on Bluegill Bay

  • The dock is in, the sand is raked, the kayaks and paddle boat are out. We are ready for SUMMER! The firepits are stocked with wood and those bonfire evenings are upon us! Completely updated 3 bedroom space with 2 full bathrooms. A cooks kitchen with everything you need to whip up gourmet meals during your stay. The hill gently slopes down to the lake, with a sugar sand area to swim, paddle boat, and two kayaks avail End of May-Sep. Sit at one of 2 firepits and enjoy the lake. We have an elegant master suite with a king bed, fireplace, tv, and a deep soaking tub. Washer and dryer on site, private dock space avail May-Oct., and a full private acre to enjoy.
    We are excited to welcome the occasional guests to the cabin to share our little slice of heaven on Gull Lake. The fishing is fantastic and so is the bathtub. Kids are welcome and will love the sugar sand shallow shore line that is perfect for enjoying the water all afternoon. We provide a small selection of games, puzzles, and a dock they can catch fish off. Make sure you bring the rods! The nearest bait shops are in Blackduck and Turtle River so be sure to grab the bait on your way. I love to cook so you will find the kitchen stocked with new appliances, a small seasoning selection, leftover containers, small appliances, and a variety of utensils/cookware. If you want to take the cooking outside we have a charcoal weber. Don't worry we have a dishwasher too because VACATION! For outdoor adventures we have a fire pit, bocce ball, washer toss, yard dice, dominos, and 2 kayaks/adult lifejackets for guests to enjoy. Jump in a kayak and paddle out to the sandbar. There is always a group of pelicans to greet you along with ducks and loons. Enjoy your stay, stick your toes in the sugar sand, and catch some fish!
    Guest access
    You will have access to the entire home. This is not a shared property. We can accommodate up to 6 people comfortably and an infant. All guests must be accounted for.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment

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

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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:
Remove personal items
We ask that the dishwasher is loaded and started.
Please make sure towels are hung, or placed in the tub/shower/washer.
Shut off all fans, fireplaces, AC units, and lights before leaving. Lock the doors on your way out.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: No cats! 1 dog only. Select pet fee when booking.

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
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

About the area

Tenstrike is home to this holiday home. Blackduck Municipal Golf Course and Bemidji Town and Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mississippi River and Pine Tree State Park. Visit our Tenstrike travel guide
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Tenstrike, MN

What's nearby

  • A calm river with rocks, surrounded by dense green forest.
    Lake Bemidji State Park
    21 min drive - 27.3 km
  • Gull Lake
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bemidji State University
    26 min drive - 37.7 km
  • Paul Bunyan Park
    29 min drive - 40.5 km
  • Cedar Lakes Casino & Hotel
    44 min drive - 73.4 km

Getting around

  • Bemidji, MN (BJI-Bemidji Regional)
    23 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Other Place
    14 min drive
  • Jake's Pizza
    15 min drive
  • Youngin Yerbich's
    13 min drive
  • Seventy One Bar and Grill
    15 min drive
  • Got-R-Dunn Saloon
    8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Little Gem on Bluegill Bay pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The Little Gem on Bluegill Bay ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Little Gem on Bluegill Bay ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Little Gem on Bluegill Bay ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Little Gem on Bluegill Bay located?

Located in Tenstrike, this family-friendly holiday home is steps from Gull Lake and within 9 mi (15 km) of Three Island Lake and Black Lake. Blackduck Lake and Beltrami Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Reviews

The Little Gem on Bluegill Bay Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved everything about our stay! Home was super clean and Meghan was very responsive to all my questions. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great little cabin

We needed a place to stay near Bemidiji for a week while the kids were at language camp, plus some time to hang out as a family beforehand. Really fun little cabin on a quiet lake - with available kayaks!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love this place

Quiet and well maintained. Great communication with the host. The attention to detail and the level of comfort for the guests is outstanding! Had a wonderful time!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Serene Escape

Location was super! Very quiet and serene but able to access activities including Itasca State Park. Cabin was next to lake which was so peaceful and 2 fire pits. We all had a wonderful week!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake Gem

Cozy place very clean and beautiful! Quiet neighborhood in the country but close enough to blackduck and bemidji to explore or get supplies. We enjoyed our visit and would book this cabin again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quick visit

We had to make a trip to Bemidji with our family for a birthday party. Our stay at The Little Gem was perfect. We didn't have time to take the kayaks out but loved enjoying the view from the dock, campfire and s'mores by the lake and the simple comfort of the house. The space was clean, bright and inviting and we look forward to returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Lake Home

My family loved our stay at this property. Having the lake right there was great for star gazing at night, taking the kayaks out to explore the lake and checkout the birds, and to splash around in. We also explored the surrounding area and can't say enough about how fun the Bemidji area is (my kids are already saying they miss it). After a day of playing and exploring, the house provided a comfortable home base to recharge and rest. Meghan, the host, was very communicative and thoughtful. I would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Labor Day Weekend at Gull Lake

Property was as described! Plenty of room for the 5 of us. Communication was great and the property was clean. Very close to the lake with private dock to put your boat. Kayaks on site with life jackets, etc. Air conditioning was turned on and cool upon our arrival. Two fire pits, one close to the cabin and the other closer to the water. Will definitely stay here again if I’m ever in the area! Thanks Meghan for the great experience for our family!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property! Beautifully decorated, everything you need and a great host! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super clean home. Attention to thoughtful details everywhere. Meghan was kind every step of the way. Loved the master suite and kitchen. Loved the dock and water activities!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time and the place worked out really well.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Went here and had a great weekend. Very relaxing property and awesome view of the lake. Will definitely stay there again when we come back to Gull Lake
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect get away

Us and the kids had a great time kids like the Kayaks and the fire pits
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet time on the lake

We loved this . The kitchen was very well equipped
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gem of a cabin

Clean, spacious, and stocked with enough supplies to get us through a few days.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

summertime fishing

loved it hope to return next year
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second time booking The Little Gem.Meghan goes above and beyond making everything cozy, comfortable and well stocked. Very relaxing with stargazing at its finest.It was hard to leave.Great communication. Thank you!
Last year I had a puzzle made of our view. It was fun to put together.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing Time Away!

We had a very relaxing time at The Little Gem. We fished a little, we took our puppy out for a swim and a few jumps off the dock, and we spent quality time with family. No work for the time we spent there made it even better! Meghan was super responsive and we didn't have any issues.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

UTV getaway

This was just perfect for two couples. When we weren’t riding or out for dinner, we enjoyed playing games and putting a puzzle together. Great find!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

my stay

very clean and wonderfully decorated cabin. the maser bed was very comfortable with great bedding. caught sunfish, northern pike and largemouth bass right off the dock. Megan was a wonderful host and I wouldn't hesitate for one second on booking again, The cabin was very comfortable and inviting
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was truly a "little gem" for our family's weeklong stay. Everything was well-thought out and very clean. There were also lots of lovely little touches to show that our hosts truly cared that we had a great experience from start to finish. Our kids loved the s'more supplies that included huge marshmallows, some peanut butter cups for us to try a new variation (which was a big hit) and even fun sparkles to add to the fire. While we didn't end up using the sparkles, it is just an indicator of the extra little (and sometimes not-so-little) things our hosts included to add a little magic. We all really loved the delicious, local, baked goods left for us in the freezer to heat up and enjoy on our first morning.Meghan was very responsive when we had questions and was very quick to go the extra mile for minor needs that we had. She also made sure that we were more than prepared for the especially hot weather we experienced by making sure the AC was running well and doing some extra maintenance on it just in case.The property itself is comfortable with nice beds, a beautiful lake complete with pedal boat and kayaks. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook some meals, and strong WiFi throughout the house which was needed as my husband and I were both working remotely during the day.Thank you for a wonderful experience!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfection!

Everything we could have needed was provided. This was my first time doing something like this and it could not have been easier. All of my questions were answered in a timely fashion, all normal home accoutrements (cookware, towels, coffee, and even S'MORES!) were there, and they even provided enough wood for two nights worth of bonfires (which was a HUGE convenience for me so I didn't have to buy any). The whole process and stay was absolutely painless and I would absolutely choose to stay here anytime in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023