36 acres hosted by Paul K.
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· 1 bedroom · 3 beds · 1 toilet
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Paul’s Lakeside Cottage
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100% Recommend22 ratings · 19 reviews
Great lakeside cabin for a weekend of relaxation. Very few lily pads in the water in early May which made a great swimming spot for our dog. Beautiful, serene spot.
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Sarah B.
2 reviews
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· May 2025
The cabin on the lake was so perfect and peaceful. The beavers on the lake were active floating around and we even saw an eagle! The cabin is rustic and clean.
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Marla M.
2 reviews
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· April 2025
With pets ·
Paul’s Lakeside Cottage
The cabin was perfect for a wintery getaway! Paul was a gracious host who went the extra mile (literally) to meet us at the road’s entrance with a snowplow-equipped jeep to make sure we didn’t get stuck in the snow.
The space was surprisingly spacious with lots of spots to hang out indoors. We enjoyed the wood stove, games and puzzles, and the bed was very comfy. We look forward to coming back when it’s warm enough weather to swim and take the canoe out on the water.
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Malia B.
3 months on Hipcamp
Paul's place is a true gem - and Paul + Piper are gems of hosts! We enjoyed a cozy and very cold winter weekend warm and comfy by the wood stove, walking out on the frozen lake, enjoying good conversations with Paul, and even getting some sweet tips on the happenings in town. Already so excited to come back!
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George D.
3 reviews
My dogs and I had a lovely time at Paul's and Piper's. Paul was a gracious and responsive host. The cottage was cozy and comfortable, just what I needed for a little retreat. It was nice to have the cabin vibe alongside wifi and a hot shower, too, which was good since I was in the area for a conference. The lake and woods are so beautiful. I can't wait to go back!
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Clara Elisabeth S.
4 reviews
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· November 2024
We loved Paul's place so much, we had to come back! This was our second time staying at Paul's cottage. Highlights include the cozy fire place, cooking meals, and playing lots of games. We went to Paul Bunyan state forest for a short hike, and enjoyed watching the moody lake from the comfort of the cozy cabin. Piper made sure to visit for lots of pets and ear skritches too!
Madeline H.
7 reviews
We love Paul, Piper, and their cabin!! Stayed with my 7year old son on a week long roadtrip. Cabin exceeded my expectations, the view is amazing, and Paul is beyond kind. Plenty of fire wood available, canoe at your disposal, and some awesome sunrises. We will be back ☺️
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Kennedy T.
3 reviews
Recommends
· October 2024
My partner and I both loved our stay here! Paul and piper are so friendly and welcoming and happy to accommodate. The cabin was very clean and cozy for a perfect weekend getaway. Would definitely recommend!
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Ethan K.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2024
With pets ·
Paul’s Lakeside Cottage
Great cabin, great location! Paul was super nice and had great communication. Cabin was on a cute lake. Paul had e bikes for rent along with a canoe to use. Very easy to get to! Can had a memory foam bed along with two futon. I was able to bring my dogs which was a huge plus! Paul's cabin provided cookware, tove, full sink, full bathroom with shower,fridge and freezer, tv, and heat/ac. Nice firepit outside. We loved it and would definitely reccomend!
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Nicole L.
2 years on Hipcamp
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· October 2024
Paul (and Piper 🐶) are absolutely delightful! The cottage was clean & peaceful. The stars felt alive, with how dark the skies were! I'll be back! Paul & Piper, Thank you!!!!
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Chelsea S.
1 year on Hipcamp
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· September 2024
The cabin was in great condition and the property is beautiful. We loved standing down by the lake at night and having an amazing view of the stars. Paul is a fantastic host and has gone above and beyond with added touches to make the stay better. Would definitely stay here again!
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Sarah R.
10 months on Hipcamp
Beautiful piece of property, with beautiful sunrises. Cabin had everything you could need. We had a great weekend there. Paul is one heck of a nice guy, and goes above and beyond as a host. And Piper is one of the sweetest dogs I've ever met. We'll be back to visit both again.
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Ryan O.
3 years on Hipcamp
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· August 2024
Nostalgic Minnesota lake cabin experience. Simplicity and serenity at its finest.
Cara K.
2 reviews
Paul has an awesome cabin and is an amazing host. The cabin has a comfortable full size memory foam mattress, a full kitchen and bath, and multiple sitting areas (including two futons and a comfy recliner). There are also two camp chairs on a covered deck. Paul offers a ton of great amenities to use during your stay (in case you forget to pack stuff) including citronella candles, bug spray, extra toothbrushes, and a couple of chargers, books, board games, cribbage board, and a smart TV. The wifi also works great! You get linens, towels, and he leaves some bottled drinking water since the well water has a high iron and mineral content. It seems that he has thought of just about everything to help make your stay better. There is also a canoe, life jackets and paddles available to use.
The property is secluded. Paul is building a house nearby and that's the only person you see (plus an occasional visit from his loving pup Piper...which we looked forward to each morning). Paul is a kind person who loves meeting people. We truly enjoyed getting to know him and he has great suggestions about local music and nightlife in the area. The cabin has real locks on the doors and basically functions as a small house (Paul used to live there before he built his new home)
I felt safe on property (and around Paul) and would feel comfortable recommending this location to single female travelers. I was traveling with my husband but would have no worries about returning on my own.
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Laura P.
1 year on Hipcamp
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· August 2024
Paul's place was an amazing piece of paradise. We feel so lucky to have found this gem. We loved it so much, we extended our stay! That should say enough...but we have to say more!!! Paul so generously let us use the canoe and took us out on his boat. The cabin is so cozy, perfect for two, but quite comfortable. We enjoyed cooking and reading in the beautiful sitting room, and spending the morning on the dock. We'd love to return! Thanks, Piper and Paul!
Madeline H.
7 reviews
My husband, dog & I all had an amazing experience staying 2 nights at Paul's Cabin! I'm pregnant and it was so nice staying in a retro style cabin that had everything you need to feel comfortable (including AC!) while still being in a gorgeous, deep woods nature setting with loons and other wildlife. The property is well maintained and loved having the seclusion. The cabin is on part of a lake that rarely has other people on it and there is access to the main lakes through a channel. We used the canoe on site for a relaxing day on the water. Paul was nice enough to take us out on a pontoon ride with the dogs to do some fishing. Plenty of firewood for fires with seating and a nice covered deck area. We also visited Itasca State Park which was about 30 min away and was 100% worth checking out. Walmart close by. Live music in the area if you're looking for things to do. Paul was super accomodating and had a great time chatting with him on the pontoon ride! He respects privacy fully but was also willing to reach out if we needed anything. Extra sleeping spots on futon or couch/room for air mattress if needed (still book for 2 people). This is one of my favorite Hipcamp stays & we will definitely be back.
A few inclusions: ice, drinking water, dog dish/tie out, canoe, wood, dishes, pots/pans/silverware, wifi, books (children's too!), folding chairs, life jackets, linens, tv/DVD player, ac, coffee maker, salt/pepper, paper towels/tp, shampoo/conditioner/body wash, and more!
Jessie B.
3 reviews
This cabin was absolutely beautiful and perfect for a weekend getaway. It had everything you’d need to be comfortable there: AC, kitchen, bathroom, shower, wood stove… the owner, Mr Paul was very welcoming and his dog, Piper was an absolute sweetheart. Definitely recommend!
Samuel C.
16 reviews
Paul was an excellent host. His dog Piper is full of love and came down to visit us a few times! The full size memory foam bed was very comfortable. (There are two fold down couches to crash on as well )
Paul surely did equip his cabin with a lot of extra amenities. The A/C worked well, plenty of blankets, linens and towels. There was even a small wood burning stove that would be so cozy on a fall evening.
Mostly all of the kitchen things you’ll need for your stay. He even provided fire starters, firewood, lighters, citronella candles and other useful supplies. Ice trays in freezer, bottled water, a cooler, fish bait containers, a dog tether, he really thought of it all. Leave your camp chairs at home!
This is a very secluded wooded area right on a small lake so be mindful to bring bug spray and long sleeves. There are a lot of Lilly pads so it’s not an ideal swimming spot, but Paul includes a canoe and life vests for your perfect cabin experience. There are trees to bring a hammock. There was a lot of grassy yard for the dogs to play. The fire pit was perfect.
Stay out of the wooded areas, there was a lot of poison ivy!
There were shades on 95% of the windows, so you can control most of the light coming through in the morning. If you are sensitive, bring an eye mask.
The surrounding area is gorgeous. Bemidji, Park Rapids, Itasca and the mouth of the Mississippi are a short drive.
What a great spot. I’ll be back for sure. Thank you for your hospitality Paul!
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Renee D.
1 year on Hipcamp
We absolutely loved staying at Paul’s Cottage! The views were beautiful, we were able to fish on the canoe, and our dogs loved the seclusion. The cottage was perfect for 2 guests and our dogs. It’s also super close to so many walking/hiking trails. The cottage comes with a bathroom, shower, and a kitchen, which saved us a lot of packing room. Piper is the free range dog on Paul’s land and she’s the sweetest angel who loves to play. Paul was very welcoming and was a fabulous host! Overall, a great experience. I’d recommend Paul’s Lakeside Cottage to anyone!
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Taylor W.
1 year on Hipcamp
Location
Park Rapids, Hubbard, Minnesota, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Paul K.
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