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Jay Cooke Cottage: Discounted Rates, Privacy, pets welcome, trails & firepit

2.0 star property
Family-friendly cottage in Esko with a water park

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, desk, bed sheets
TV, video games, DVD player, books
Exterior
Jay Cooke Cottage, nestled in a rural area near Jay Cooke State Park, offers the perfect blend of seclusion and accessibility. Just outside your door lies the Superior Hiking Trail and Munger Trail for endless outdoor adventures. With six camp chairs, outdoor patio furniture, a hammock, fire pit with complimentary fat wood to get you started.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 651 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$279
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov

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About this property

Entire place

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

Jay Cooke Cottage: Discounted Rates, Privacy, pets welcome, trails & firepit

We welcome you to the entire cottage and park like yard on jay cooke rd. We are located in a rural area of Esko, MN. We are right outside official state markers of Jay cooke state park coming from our road,Jay cooke.

Down the road you will find yourself in Jay cooke state park with the superior hiking trail (SHT) and the munger trail boasting several miles of rugged hiking paths, smooth blacktop paths and easy access to COGGS trails

The quiet neighborhood will help you enjoy star filled nights by the fire pit.

We have six camp and outdoori chairs, with outdoor and patio furniture including a hammock. This is your escape from the cities hustle and bustle but close enough to duluth,mn and superior, wi. OR a great base for north snd south shore activities or duluth and outdoor for your stay.

Jay Cooke Cottage invites all outdoor enthusiasts to partake in miles of mountain biking, biking, rollerblading, birding, hiking, nature trails, cross country skiing, snow shoeing, disc golf, horse trails, fishing, snowboarding, downhill skiing, rock hounding, kayaking, paddle boarding, great photography and much more.

Our kitchen is supplied with any utensil you would need to cook a meal for your whole family or group.

We have a coffee pot that brews by the pot or uses k-pods. If you wish to cook outside we have a charcoal grill and freestanding grill for over the fire pit.

The cottage was freshly redone in 2024 including local nature art, Himalayan salt lamps, secondary lighting, essential oil diffusers and a zen nature vibe.

Our cottage does NOT have any cameras for your privacy.

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Google verified distances from the jay cooke cottage to:
1.Jay Cooke Park Campground~2.6 mi
2.Duluth Entertainment Convention Center (DECC)~16.9 miles via I-35 N
3. AMSOIL Arena ~ 16.8 miles via I-35 N
4. ☆Essentia Hospital☆ ~17 mi via I-35N
5.☆St Lukes Hospital☆ 17.8 mi via I-35N
6. COGGS Chambers Grove/Mission Creek Trailhead~ 6.1 miles via Hwy 210
7.Boy Scout Public Water access (two docks) 10.7 miles via Becks Rd
8. Spirt Mountain ~ 10.2 mi via I-35N
9. Mont Du Lac 6.8 miles via Hwy 210
10.Duluth Heritage Sports Center 14.8 mi via I-35N
11. Aerial Lift Bridge/Canal Park 17.2 miles via I-35N
12.Miller Hill mall~ 18.7 mi via I-35N
13. MCquade Small boat Harbor/Lake Superior 28.1 mi via I-35N
14. Brighton Beach Lake Superior
Via I35N 23.6 mi
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Colleges and Universities:
1. Fon Du Lac Tribal College ~ 7.2 mi via Hwy 210
2. (UMD)~ 20.1 miles via I-35N
3. (CSS) 18.9 miles via I-35N
4. (LSC) 17.0 mi via I-35N
5.(UWS) 16.7 miles via I-35N
We can't wait to have you!
~Mike and Andrea

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 550 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Please be aware of neighbors and not have music or loud voices after 10 pm. Thanks.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total pets
Note from host: Please make sure the 49.00 pet fee is paid.

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
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
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
Property Registration Number 4051133

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Map
Esko, MN

What's nearby

  • Jay Cooke State Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Spirit Mountain - 13 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Duluth Entertainment Convention Center - 25 min drive - 29.5 km
  • Aerial Lift Bridge - 26 min drive - 30.6 km
  • Miller Hill Mall - 28 min drive - 31.3 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kwik Trip - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Kwik Trip - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo House - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Lost Tavern - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Jay Cooke Cottage: Discounted Rates, Privacy, pets welcome, trails & firepit pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Jay Cooke Cottage: Discounted Rates, Privacy, pets welcome, trails & firepit?

As of 18 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Jay Cooke Cottage: Discounted Rates, Privacy, pets welcome, trails & firepit on 19 Nov 2025 start from NZ$279.42, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Jay Cooke Cottage: Discounted Rates, Privacy, pets welcome, trails & firepit?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Jay Cooke Cottage: Discounted Rates, Privacy, pets welcome, trails & firepit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Jay Cooke Cottage: Discounted Rates, Privacy, pets welcome, trails & firepit?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Jay Cooke Cottage: Discounted Rates, Privacy, pets welcome, trails & firepit located?

This family-friendly Esko cottage is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Jay Cooke State Park and Saint Louis River. Northridge Park and Little Caboose Playground are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Jay Cooke Cottage: Discounted Rates, Privacy, pets welcome, trails & firepit Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jesse H.

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

Great time

We had a great time here. Good location and good hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was cozy and clean! Also great location to Duluth but far enough away from the hustle and bustle! The property managers were very welcoming and very helpful! Would definitely stay again and highly recommend to anyone else!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bev G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was the perfect size for us. Very clean. Owners were great to work with.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L F.

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

Great stay with our dogs

We really enjoyed our stay at your peaceful cottage. It was great location to explore the area from. Very cozy with everything needed available.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

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

Gorgeous Clean Stay Near Duluth

One of the nicest places we have ever stayed. Super duper clean, convenient to Duluth and local attractions, and truly superb hosts. Very prompt and thorough with communication. We are so glad we got to get away at this little gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

hans n.

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

Easter 2025 weekend

beautiful area, cozy cottage.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeffrey s.

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

Nice cottage

Close to every thing
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

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

Jay Cooke Cottage

Very pleased with hosts generosity, hospitality & communication. They were very welcoming & very considerate during our entire stay. Highly recommend. Regards,
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia B.

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

Best vacation!

The property location, atmosphere and hosts made it one of our best trips.We enjoyed the ease of accesing Jay Cooke and the munger trail and we enjoyed our evenings returning back from Lake Superior. The hosts went above and beyond; and they made our trip fantastic. We would highly recommend this rental. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

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

Exactly What We Needed

We loved staying in this very clean and quiet cottage. The beds are comfortable, the living area is spacious as is the bathroom,. It's a great location! Jay Cook park offers many trails. We spent time in Duluth and Two Harbors, too. Both are easy drives from the cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

patrick a.

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

Duluth

Great stay! Great location! Great people to help make the trip memorable
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika B.

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

Perfect and cozy.

Stayed for only one night but was a perfect cozy getaway. Host was very kind and informative about the area and very responsive. Was a amazing experience.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

David P.

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

Good access to Duluth and Carlton County

Clean and comfortable. Kitchen is perfectly adequately equipped. Nice coffee maker. Comfortable beds. Hot water heater could use more capacity so stagger shower times.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob S.

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

Jay Cooke Cottage

This was a very nice place to stay. The area was quiet. You're 4 miles Jay Cooke State Park. The owners were very friendly and informative.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raku S.

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

Very clean!

Cute place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marian D.

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

Peacful Base Camp

Location was perfect for exploring Duluth and North Shore. A peaceful place to come back to in the evening.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

clarita

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a wonderful experience to be there.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

scott d.

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

Cute winterland cottage

A cozy and quiet place nestled in the woods. The perfect getaway! Great, responsive communication, great hiking and wonderful spring water near by. We had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cole J.

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

Great hosts and place

The hosts were very communicative before arrival with ideas, experiences, and links to various locations. Also very helpful with any questions or concerns. I would definitely stay again and highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian K.

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

Amazingly accommodating

The hosts were amazingly accommodating! Our trip was delayed due to weather and they were able to extend our stay and help us out greatly. The property was very private and comfortable and nice for our dogs. It was incredibly clean and we would recommend staying there to anyone. We look forward to staying again in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryann T.

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

Weekend getaway

We went up north for the weekend & couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay! We did so much exploring in the area, especially loved how close jay Cooke state park was & munger trail. Food/shops were nearby as well which was nice. Loved how cute & cozy this cottage in the woods was!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Charlie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mike's place is the perfect location for access to Jay Cooke State Park, the Munger Trail, even a day trip into Duluth. The cabin is pretty close to the road, but there was hardly any traffic at all. I would say that it is more ideal for 2-4 people rather then our 6. The bedrooms are really tight if you have a pack and play or air mattress for kids and the dining area is small. But everything was clean and pleasant and we had a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark I.

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

Cozy, quiet stay!

Lovely spot minutes from Jay Cooke. Had a really nice night under the stars aside the fire after a solid day of hiking. Very accomodating!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa B.

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

Weekend getaway

Cabin was perfect for our quick weekend getaway. Close enough to the city but far enough to be peaceful and relaxing. Fantastic communications
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca A.

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

Great location to Jay Cooke Park!

I had some issues with being new to VRBO but they were helpful through it.The house is right down the road from Jay Cooke Park and it’s SO cute.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025