The River Lodge

Aitkin, Minnesota
$805 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 7

Bed

Bath 4

Bath

Home Cabin

Property Type

Sleep 22

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

WELCOME TO THE RIVER LODGE –a place to gather with friends and family! This unique home sits on a peaceful five acres on the banks of the Mississippi River. It features three levels with 7 bedrooms plus additional sleeping areas in the loft and the game room, making it possible to fit up to 24 guests (see below for details). The great room with its double height ceiling and loft balcony provides a large gathering space which is perfect for reunions and retreats. Additionally, there are3 other living rooms all with smart TVs, 5 bathrooms, a game room with ping pong, several outdoor sitting areas, a beautiful fire pit patio and hot tub to enjoy.

THE AREA
The towns of Aitkin and Crosby are just a 15 minute drive from the lodge. Both have a wonderful variety of cafes, restaurants, antique shops and events throughout the year. Also a short drive away are the famous Cuyuna mountain biking trails! In the winter, cross country, snowshoe and snow-mobile trails are all nearby.

BEDS AND BEDROOMS
Bedroom 1: King bed (main level)
Bedroom 2: Queen bed (upstairs)
Bedroom 3: Queen bed (upstairs)
Bedroom 4: Queen bed (upstairs)
Bedroom 5: Queen bed and bunk bed (basement)
Bedroom 6: Queen bed (basement)
Bedroom 7: Queen bed (basement)
Loft: 2 daybeds with trundles (upstairs)
Game Room: 2 bunk beds (basement)

LODGE RULES & INFO
-Dogs allowed (up to 3) with pet fee - inquire for pet rules and fee questions
-No parties allowed
-Only guests who are part of the reservation may be on the property at any time. Small weddings allowed with additional fee, only up to 50 guests. Please inquire for details.
-No confetti or glitter allowed
-The Mississippi River is not easily accessible and swimming is never recommended. There is a boat launch just a couple miles down the road and several great lakes nearby with beaches as well. We would be happy to provide more details.


HOME FEATURES & AMENITIES
Kitchen
-All basic utensils and cooking tools
-Pots, pans, bakeware and dishes
-2 drip coffee makers, 2 french press, 1 chemex (pour over), 1 aeropress
-Blender
-Slow cooker
-Hand mixer
-Griddle
-Toaster
-Gas grill (propane is provided)
-Salt, pepper and olive oil
-2 refrigerators
-Pantry
-Paper towels and dish soap

Linens & Toiletries…
-100% organic cotton sheets and pillow cases
-Bed quilts and fleece layering blankets
-Towels and washcloths
-Hair dryer
-Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Wash and Body Lotion

Other…
-High speed WiFi
-Bluetooth speakers
-Smart or Apple TVs with soundbars in all living room areas
-Walkout basement with radiant floor heating
-Custom built extra long dining table with seating for 16 people
-Fireplace
-Pack and Play
-High chair
-DVDs, books and games
-Fire pit and roasting sticks
-Swings and Hammocks
-Outdoor tables for dining al fresco
-Lawn games

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • SKI

    Close To Skiing
  • PETS

    3 Total Pets Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    7 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 4693 Sq Ft (436 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Griddle Microwave Mixer Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

    4.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English Spanish
  • THINGS TO DO

    Cycling Nearby Golf Nearby Kayaking Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Scuba Diving Nearby Snorkeling Nearby Snowmobiling Nearby Swimming Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Arcade/game Room Books DVD Player Foosball Table Games Stereo Table Tennis Video Library Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Baby Monitor Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Highchair Playground Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location Near A Hospital On The River On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. Smoke-free Property Wheelchair Accessible

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 22

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • Jessica L.

    Submitted Feb 11, 2026

    Stayed Feb 6, 2026

    Great trip, as always! Very responsive and accommodating. Wonderful place for a girls weekend.

  • Jody C.

    Submitted Feb 1, 2026

    Stayed Jan 23, 2026

    Andrew and Joy were great hosts, they left a amazing welcome basket and easy directions for the weekend!!! Such a beautful and amazing property! We have a Group of 12 ladies going on girls weekends for 30 plus years and the lodge is definitely near the top! It had everything we needed, space, a amazing view, comfort in every corner, and truly felt like home for the weekend! Love the extras- hot tub, ping pong, (which we crowned a champion team of the group) and other games! Definitely recommend!!

  • Jennifer H.

    Submitted Jan 2, 2026

    Stayed Dec 27, 2025

    Beautiful large home. Plenty of different areas to socialize and relax. Clean and well stocked with lots of tags everywhere so you don't have to dig for stuff. Hosts responsive. Would definitely stay again.

  • Matt T.

    Submitted Dec 12, 2025

    Stayed Dec 7, 2025

    The home was beautifully situated on a private plot of land on the Mississippi river. The house was perfect for our family. We had a snow storm while we stayed in the next morning. The parking area and the driveway were plowed. That was amazing. The home had everything we needed to have an outstanding family get together. I highly recommend this home to anybody that wants a private getaway. The hosts responded immediately to any question I had and were wonderful and gracious. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful oasis.

  • Jennifer M.

    Submitted Oct 23, 2025

    Stayed Jul 7, 2025

    One of our favorite places to stay. Perfect for a large family vacation.

  • Morgan W.

    Submitted Oct 17, 2025

    Stayed Oct 3, 2025

    Our stay was perfect! We held a small elopement wedding here with our closest friends and family. We were very happy with the updates Andrew and Joy made to the property since we originally booked it. Everyone who attended was beyond impressed with how beautiful the view and set up was. The only bump we had was our first night it was unbearably cold when we were trying to sleep. Joy got back to me in the morning and quickly fixed the issue. Overall, Joy and Andrew were a pleasure to work with and were extremely responsive.

  • Makayla K.

    Submitted Sep 2, 2025

    Stayed Aug 29, 2025

    What a perfecr venue for my small bavkyard wedding. The hosts were flexible and easy to work with, property was gorgeous!

  • Kim S.

    Submitted Aug 29, 2025

    Stayed Aug 24, 2025

    We brought our group home individuals here for a little getaway. The house was very spacious and accommodated everyone perfectly! The house is beautiful and had everything we needed.

  • Nancy E.

    Submitted Aug 25, 2025

    Stayed Aug 21, 2025

    Gorgeous property. We hosted a grooms dinner at The Lodge during our stay. The house and everything in it were perfect. One small issue but it didn’t affect our stay. Joy was available for questions and checking in throughout our stay. We are already planning our next trip!!!!!!

  • Bee Y.

    Submitted Aug 14, 2025

    Stayed Jul 19, 2025

    Excellent place to stay and great host!!

  • Matthew B.

    Submitted Aug 12, 2025

    Stayed Aug 4, 2025

    Super easy to check in and such a lovely property!! The kitchen had everything we needed

  • Brooke D.

    Submitted Aug 4, 2025

    Stayed Jul 31, 2025

    Beautiful property that held our big family! So much sleeping space, and areas to gather together.

  • Jamie G.

    Submitted Aug 1, 2025

    Stayed Jul 12, 2025

    This was our second time at The River Lodge, & my family had a wonderful time. We lost water one evening and Andrew was very responsive & helpful in getting someone out quick to fix it. The lodge was very clean & stocked well with supplies. Tons of seating & space for a large family. Beautiful yard. There were several bedroom/bathroom doors that wouldn’t fully shut/were very difficult & loud to shut. Overall a memorable & wonderful stay/ highly recommend!

  • Michelle L.

    Submitted Jul 31, 2025

    Stayed Jul 27, 2025

    Excellent place for family gatherings. Spacious with multiple gathering spaces within the cabin. Well stocked kitchen, large dining table, games, game table, ping pong table, etc. Deck seated our entire group of 20 people. Tasteful decor. Highly recommend.

  • T G.

    Submitted Jun 13, 2025

    Stayed May 29, 2025

    Absolutely stunning home on a beautiful piece of property. Quiet, peaceful, and super clean! Can’t recommend enough!

  • Arlys S.

    Submitted Feb 1, 2025

    Stayed Sep 16, 2024

    Your house is perfect for our group! So many different places to be for large or small group conversations. A lot of separate sleeping rooms which we wanted. A lovely kitchen too!

  • Jeremiah S.

    Submitted Feb 1, 2025

    Stayed Jan 18, 2025

    What an amazing job they have done to this place. We had so much fun as a family staying at the River Lodge. We are already thinking about when we want to go back. It had plenty of space for the family to hang out, play games, watch movies and just enjoy time together. We highly recommend it to any larger families looking for a place to all be together.

  • Susanne B.

    Submitted Nov 28, 2024

    Stayed Jul 5, 2024

    This was our second stay at the Lodge. It works so perfect for our family with 7 bedrooms and numerous

  • Jennifer M.

    Submitted Oct 19, 2024

    Stayed Jul 14, 2024

    Our family has been staying at the River Lodge for the past 4 years and we all love it. The host is extremely responsive.

  • Jill S.

    Submitted Aug 29, 2024

    Stayed Aug 25, 2024

    This Lodge is the perfect place to unwind and spend quality time with family or friends. It was peaceful and cozy. There is so much room for everyone to have their own space. Beautifully decorated, spacious bedrooms and baths. There is nothing you need to bring besides food and your necessities. The kitchen is fully stocked and with two fridges lots of room for food! We did not want to leave as you feel right at home the minute you walk in. The 12 adults in our group all agreed this was the PERFECT get away!

  • Sandy E.

    Submitted Aug 20, 2024

    Stayed Aug 15, 2024

    Large, nice areas to relax and have conversations, beautiful view, calming. Plus the owners communicated well with us.

  • Submitted Jun 24, 2024

    Stayed Jun 16, 2024

    We loved having our family vacation here. There was so much room and so much to do for all ages. We could gather together for games and puzzles, or be reading and still with everyone. The kitchen had everything needed for each family to take a turn at making a delicious supper. The fire pit and the hot tub were popular. There were lakes nearby for fun on the water. You’ll enjoy your time here, and the host is great.

  • Jess P.

    Submitted Jun 6, 2024

    Stayed Jun 4, 2024

    We stay here every year as part of our school staff retreat. We love the location, the house, amenities and it's neat to see the new updates every year. We'll be back again next year!

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$805+
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