Family-friendly vacation rentals in East Cook

House of the Grouse - Riverside Cabin with Sauna!

For those who truly enjoy hiking the Northern forests or sitting along the rushing rivers, this is a good place to be. Unplug and relax in this unique and beautifully secluded cottage along the Fall River with acres of woods surrounding you. Open the windows of this off-grid haven and listen to the birds and babbling river below. Immersed in nature, but completely clean and comfortable. Away from everything, yet only three miles from Grand Marais! Now with wood fired sauna and off grid shower!

Family · Kitchen · Hiking

Stunning Lake Superior View at Penny's Peak

This is a quaint sleeping studio bunkhouse located at Rustic Superior private campground, one mile off of Hwy 61 in Hovland, Minnesota. Includes futon, chairs, fire pit & panoramic view of the property and Lake Superior. Perfect for the individual or couple looking to get away from everything. This simple 12 x 12 foot north woods structure is well-maintained & clean. Penny's Peak is a visually secluded rustic campsite. Guests have full access to our groomed hiking trails and stunning wilderness.

Family · Kitchen · Biking

Points Unknown Guest Suite (Private)

Dog Sled | Paddle | Hike | Stay DIVERSITY IS CELEBRATED HERE! Serenity with Connectivity! We now have Wifi! • Northwoods Chic – off-grid with sled dogs! • One-of-a-kind lodging experience • Lake Superior just down the road • Waterfalls nearby! • Superior Hiking Trail trailheads close by • Border Route Trail nearby • BWCA up the road! • Dark Sky Sanctuary – we’re on the edge of it! • Grand Marais, MN “America’s Coolest Small Town” just down the road SHT Day Trippers - ask about a FREE shuttle!

Family · Kitchen · River

Two Island Lake Cabin

A warm & bright lake cabin welcomes you to Two Island Lake with a sunny south-facing waterfront, private dock, row boat, canoes, paddleboards & a campfire overlooking the water. Float the lake, cozy up by the woodstove, or awe at brilliant dark skies. Venture out by bike, boat, ski, snowmobile to 15 different lakes within a 10 min drive/OHV. Experience the magic of solitude (3mi to BWCA Wilderness, 5min to Eagle Mtn hiking) and then head 12-25min to the beloved Raven Rock Grill or Grand Marais.

Indoor spaces · Family · Check-in

Hungry Hippie Hostel - Glamping Tent #6

Hungry Hippie Hostel now has Camping + Glamping! Our canvas wall tents are waterproof and super cozy! Our version of Glamping includes: the 8'x16' tent, decking (with screened in porch), comfy mattress and breathtaking views of Lake Superior. Also included- a campfire ring + picnic table at each of our glamping sites. Tents are located within 200 feet of our brand new shower house. The shower house is divided into mens & womens spaces. Each space having two showers, three toilets and two sinks.

Indoor spaces · Family · Getting around

The Lena Dome (5 min to Grand Marais)

Reconnect with nature at this unforgettable escape. Directly on the Pincushion Trail System (which links to the Superior Hiking Trail) you'll find endless hiking options right outside your door. The Lena dome is 5 minutes from downtown Grand Marais where you can eat at amazing restaurants, hear great live music, enjoy time by Lake Superior, and explore beautifully curated local shops. Lena has electricity, but no heat or cooking supplies, so plan for an elevated camping experience. READ BELOW

Kitchen · Family · River

Wolf Track Den, Cozy Grand Marais Log Cabin

Wolf Track Den Cabin - A cozy cabin, located at the foot of the Gunflint Trail and very close to the city of Grand Marais. Enjoy privacy on 3 acres in Grand Marias, Minnesota. Dog-friendly! This clean, modern, Scandinavian-feeling cabin, sleeps up to 5; 1 Queen, 1 pull out couch, 1 twin bed. We also have a full-sized washer and dryer for your clothes after a day of hiking or skiing. If you’d like an early check-in or a late check-out, simply ask as we can usually accommodate these requests.

Family · Kitchen · Grill

Storybook Northwoods Log Cabin on Lake Superior

Painted Rock sits on a quaint spit of ledge rock, between Lutsen and Grand Marais, on the edge of Cascade State Park. This historic log cabin has been lovingly restored to retain all its original charm and history, while updated with all the luxury amenities. A large Main Room is home to a wood-burning fireplace and picture windows that bring the Big Lake indoors in all seasons. A bathroom with a soaker tub and heated floors. Guests must sign a rental agreement to complete the reservation

Indoor spaces · Kitchen · Walkability

Agua Norte Cabin: Lake Superior View & Sauna

"Minnesota's Coolest Airbnb" by Condé Nast and seen on HBO's Cabin Chronicles, Agua Norte is only 4 miles from Grand Marais. With Lake Superior views and a skylight above the bed for stargazing and Northern Lights magic, our cabin is perfect for nature-loving guests looking for peace, quiet, and cozy, but still be near town. Sit out on the large cedar deck and watch the waves crash on Five Mile Rock, stroll to the beach across the road, take a sauna, have a bonfire, and hike our trails.

Kitchen · Family · Solo travel

The Studio on Croftville Road

Come and enjoy what was originally built for an artist’s studio and converted to a pet-friendly cozy living space. The studio is a spacious 800-sq ft open-concept layout with charming skylights in the kitchen and bathroom, and windows to overlook Lake Superior. We’re located on Croftville Road, which locals call the "Walkers Road" - quiet to traffic and perfect for a casual stroll. Our delightful space comes with a balcony and deck access on the lake & the shore. BIPOC Welcome!

Family · Indoor spaces · Layout

Mökki Hovland Hut a Unique Glass Wall Timber Frame

This cozy cabin provides a perfect getaway and is a gem in all seasons, especially during the fall colors or a blowing winter storm. Timber frame cabin built on a hilltop, on 20 acres of old growth maples. Walls of glass, a screened in porch and a wrap around deck bring the outdoors inside. The ridge top location has spectacular views through the trees - with lake views after the leaves drop. The property also boasts a fantastic wood fired cedar sauna - perfect for rejuvenating.

Family · Indoor spaces · Long stay

Guesthouse at Hawkweed Farm

Our guest house offers spectacular views of Lake Superior, a queen size bed facing a wall of windows, a full kitchen & bath, and a relaxing living room. Look across the lake to the Apostle Islands or look across the universe at night! Hawkweed Farm sits on 23 bluff-top acres 3 miles west of Grand Marais. Currently, it is home to llamas and chickens, and Nigerian Dwarf goats. AVAILABILITY NOT WORKING OUT? SEE OUR NEW, 2026 BUILT AIRBNB BUILDING AT "THE LOFT AT HAWKWEED FARM"!

Kitchen · Family · Pets