# Balsam Ridge Retreat

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- **Location:** Duluth, Minnesota, United States
- **Price:** from $69.00/night
- **Rating:** 100% recommend (1072 reviews)
- **Sites:** 7
- **Size:** 5 acres
- **Host:** Linda P.

## Overview

Hello friends! 
Thanks for your interest in Balsam Ridge Retreat! 
Many folks that have visited our place refer to it as 'country living in the city'. 
We are so blessed to live in this little piece of serenity just inside the city limits of Duluth.

 Our home was once an abandoned house that sat for years until a friend mentioned to us that it might be going up for sale. We loved the location and rolled up our sleeves. Twenty years later we still marvel at the beauty around us and can hardly believe that we LIVE here! 
Just down the road is a trout stream and beyond that was a popular farm that attracted many folks to this neighborhood for hay rides and sleigh rides. The farm has since retired its horses and closed its doors to make room for new homes, but memories live on in the beauty of the open fields. I often imagine the sound of horses and sleigh bells and people singing carols and then warming up around a toasty fire sipping hot cocoa. Some of those memories live on right here at Balsam Ridge (minus the horses). Over the years many groups of folks have enjoyed a sense of community in these back woods no matter the season. Campfires, kids catching frogs, neighborhood campouts, snow picnics, hair-raising toboggan runs, family campouts, spiritual silent retreats, a take-your-breath-away giant swing, and some tales too daring to mention are all part of the fun. 
This is why we do what we do. We've been given much, and love to give back. It just wouldn't seem right to keep all this good to ourselves.

## Highlights

- **Best Hipcamps in Minnesota:** Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2026.
- **Best glamping in the US:** Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2025.
- **Family-friendly:** Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
- **Linda is a Star Host:** Star Hosts are highly rated, responsive, and committed to providing incredible experiences.
- **Romantic:** Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is romantic.
- **Private sites:** 97% of recent Hipcampers say the sites felt private.

## Amenities

- **Amenities:** Potable water, Toilets, Campfires, Cooking equipment, Picnic table
- **Activities:** Biking, Boating, Fishing, Hiking, Horseback riding, Paddling, Wind sports, Off-roading (OHV), Climbing, Snow sports, Surfing, Swimming, Whitewater paddling, Wildlife watching
- **Terrain:** Forest, River, stream, or creek, Suburban, Wetlands

## Sites

- **The Stuga** (cabin, up to 4 guests, $109.00/night)
- **Gökotta (Swedish for "dawn picnic")** (canvas-tent, up to 4 guests, $99.00/night)
- **Danny's Tent** (canvas-tent, up to 2 guests, $89.00/night)
- **The Mini Coop** (cabin, up to 2 guests, $69.00/night)
- **The Roost** (cabin, up to 2 guests, $89.00/night)
- **Listening Point** (vintage-trailer, up to 2 guests, $99.00/night)
- **The Canvas Cottage** (canvas-tent, up to 2 guests, $79.00/night)

## Recent reviews

> I had a very lovely weekend away from the city! The grounds were beautiful and the Stuga was super cozy. Ill defintely be back!
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> - Cj J., November 2, 2026

> This was my 3rd time at balsam ridge. Stayed in the roost and had an amazing weekend end. This is a perfect location and getaway filled with so much whimsy and magic. My favorite spot is the community center where I can enjoy a fire and play games, guitar, or the piano. I cannot give enough credit to our host Chris and Linda for how much work and heart they have put into this place. Absolutely love coming here.
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> - Josh S., November 2, 2026

> Amazing as always! We will be back! Thank you again!
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> - Diana B., October 31, 2026

> Stayed two nights in Danny’s Tent. Our experience was truly incredible. The hosts Chris and Linda make you feel at home. They went far past our expectations, their service and attention to detail is amazing. I can’t wait to come back!
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> - Kallan M., October 27, 2026

> Had a great stay!
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> - Brice R., October 27, 2026