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Jewel Lodge on Mantrap Lake: Luxury Waterfront Home and 600 Acres Awaits

2.0 star property
Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Park Rapids

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 20

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Park Rapids, MN
  • Place, Leech Lake
  • Place, Itasca State Park
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Itasca
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bemidji, MN (BJI-Bemidji Regional)
    ‪74 min drive‬

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About the area

Park Rapids

On lake.You'll be within 12 miles (20 km) of East Crooked Lake and 16 miles (25 km) of Shallow Lake. Eagle Lake and Headwaters Golf Club are within 16 miles (25 km).
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What's nearby

  • Hubbard County Historical Museum - 40 min drive - 32.2 km
  • Itasca State Park - 46 min drive - 42.0 km
  • Lake Itasca - 51 min drive - 46.0 km
  • Mississippi Headwaters - 59 min drive - 52.1 km
  • Itasca State Park - 64 min drive - 52.5 km

Getting around

  • Bemidji, MN (BJI-Bemidji Regional) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Herman Stern Dining Hall - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lyngstad Dining Hall - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Loft - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Meechgalane "Sparrow Hawk" Campfire Area - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Northern Lights Council - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Jewel Lodge on Mantrap Lake: Luxury Waterfront Home and 600 Acres Awaits

Anticipation awaits as you wind through 600 acres of the Paul Bunyan State Forest to the tip of the Jewel. There you will find Jewel Lodge on Mantrap Lake...where luxury meets the great outdoors. With 6 nature-themed bedrooms, including 3 king beds, 3 bunk beds, and 2 twin beds, there's plenty of space for all your guests. The 5 bathrooms are equipped with amenities like showers, hair dryers, a bidet, and soaking bathtubs. You'll find everything you need here, from a steam iron to AC, WiFi to a hair dryer. This home just completed a major renovation in July of 2024, and a brand new full size washer and dryer. Kitchen comes equipped with one full size fridge, one full size freezer, one full size wine/beer fridge, ice maker, dishwasher, microwave and an oversized dual fuel 8-burner stove and double oven. Plenty of storage and prep areas including a butler's pantry. Master bedroom is on the main floor, with the remaining bedrooms located on the 2nd level. (The second level includes 2 more exterior doors.) Large living space with floor to ceiling windows to provide beautiful views of the lake. Enjoy campfires at night while listening to the over 20 pairs of loons that call Big Mantrap lake their home (showcased on National Geographic). We are less than 30 minutes from Itasca state park and the headwaters of the Mississippi.

Fall in love with Jewel Lodge and the Park Rapids/Nevis/Lake Itasca area and enjoy all of the magic it has to offer.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Kayak

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Quiet time outside is 10pm. We have close neighbors and need to respect the tranquility of the area . No loud music inside or out.
The neighbors driveway will need to be accessible. That means parking in designated areas only at all times.
Bon fires permitted in designated areas as long as there are no mandated burning restrictions.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: $250 per dog per week

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Jewel Lodge on Mantrap Lake: Luxury Waterfront Home and 600 Acres Awaits Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

lori p.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was amazing, above and beyond what we expected. Everything was comfortable with lots of space for all of us. My grandchildren loved all of the space to run. Lots of giggles the whole weekend!! Hope to come back again. Would recommend to everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a great house for a larger group gathering. So impressed with all the extras that are provided that made our stay so much more convenient and enjoyable. The beds are comfortable and the kitchen and gathering space was so accommodating for our family needs. The hosts were very invested in making our stay as positive and enjoyable as possible.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The place was perfect for our group and the host was the best!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Howard D., PLYMOUTH

Liked: Cleanliness
Our group of 5 golfers was extremely happy with the accommodations! John and Wendy are great communicators! The furnishings and supplies exceed expectations! This lodge is even better than the photos. Best vacation rental that I have experienced!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridget T.

Liked: Cleanliness
This place was beautiful! The interior was very clean and lovely. It had everything we could possibly need. The lake is beautiful with plenty of wildlife to observe as well as great fishing. There was ample space for the whole family, plus John and Wendy were excellent hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
The home was perfect for our family. We used the outdoor kitchen almost daily. John responded very quickly to any of our questions. We would definitely go back to this home. We were disappointed it had been booked for next year
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful home! The kitchen and pantry were amazing they made cooking here a joy. The owners truly thought of everything for this home — they didn’t miss a single detail.During our trip, we enjoyed a family outing to the Mississippi Headwaters and Bemidji, and it was so nice to come back each day to such a comfortable, welcoming space. The house is very kid-friendly, with plenty of toys, an outdoor swingset, and even a raked sand beach for hours of fun. The lake is a bit weedy with lily pads, but that didn’t stop us from paddle boarding and floating. The kids even did some off-the-dock fishing — nothing big enough to keep, but still lots of fun!We couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay and would love to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation at Jewel Lodge

We just wrapped-up our week long family vacation at Jewel Lodge on Mantrap Lake. This home is a true jewel, as it addressed everything our large group needed for a fantastic week. The home is beautiful, extremely well equipped and easily accommodated a group of 18 people (8 kids under 11). John and Wendy are great hosts and were quick to answer any questions and assist with any needs the group had. Everyone had a great time and are already looking forward to next year's stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Conrad S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Jewel Lodge on Mantrap

Had a great relaxing week stay with family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denny G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mantrap lake vacation 2025

House was very well maintained and open. Fire pit area was nice, free supply of wood was great and the kids enjoyed the added bonus of a swing set
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack P.

Liked: Cleanliness
The most beautiful VRBO we have stayed at.The Hosts had a person on hand every day to assist us if we needed anything including firewood. This is one VRBO you can believe the pictures on their advertising site. This place has everything you need, a huge spacious kitchen stocked with everything, large double door fridge/freezer and stove/ovens. It even had a coffee/beverage nook.There is a game table with sitting areas, a TV area, and a large dining area with a long wooden table that seats 12. There is a large master suite on the main floor with a walk-in closet, bathroom with a bidet, two sinks and a spacious walk in wet room with a shower and bath tub. Upstairs has several bedrooms and bathrooms. Enough to sleep up to 18. Everything is new, remodeled and up to date. Our family had a wonderful vacation experience at the Jewel Lodge on Mantrap Lake. Thank you to our hosts John & Wendy! And a special on site hostess Ellie!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cory L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Family Retreat

I don't normally write reviews, but thought it was warranted in this case. We had a family retreat for my mom's 80th birthday at the lodge. We couldn't have asked for a better experience. From the checkin to the checkout John did a great job of communicating. The lodge has been recently updated which made it feel like we were the first ones to stay there. It rained the entire time we were there, but the cabin was so condusive to socializing and relaxing that we didn't even notice. Can't wait to get back there soon!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

Liked: Cleanliness

La

This property is simply gorgeous tucked away in the north woods. We stayed with a group for a baseball tournament in town and the bedroom and bathroomSet up was so comfortable and plenty of room and privacy for everyone. Gorgeous updates, kitchen stocked beyond any expectations. Plenty of linens, games, and conveniences of home, actually more than home for some things, wow! Quiet lakefront makes for a delightful weekend or week long stay. Cannot wait to come back. Our group loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely Stunning! You will not regret booking this!

Beautiful Location! Right overlooking the lake.Beautiful House, very well appointed and decorated!Amazing Kitchen and Masterbedroom with amazing Ensuite!John was very lovely to communicate with, extremely helpful and quick to respond.Would most definitely recommend!One of my best experiences using VRBO.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

Liked: Cleanliness

A true JEWEL of the north...

Wow... Just WOW!!! Our family celebrated a late Christmas together at John & Wendy's amazing lodge, and it was absolutely spectacular - one of the nicest places we've ever stayed! The entire lodge is immaculate and gorgeous, the layout was perfect for our large family, the amenities were wonderful (and plentiful), it is located in a stunning location, the kitchen was stocked to the hilt with brand new everything, communication was amazing... Honestly, we couldn't have asked for a more lovely and wonderful stay - we've already booked it again for next year and can't wait to go back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exceptional!!!

We rented this cabin to spend our family Christmas. This cabin is absolutely gorgeous. More than enough room. Very clean. The kitchen is a dream!! The hosts were amazing to work with as well. We made so many memories and enjoyed our stay. We are already looking forward to spending our next Christmas at this beautiful place! Thank You for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas Cookie Baking Weekend

The home was very nice with many amenities and everything we needed for our baking weekend. Our family thouroughy enjoyed the home!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wade E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Labor Day weekend with family

When we arrived, the check-in process was communicated to us and was so easy to follow. The host actually came and met us shortly after we checked in and he made us feel right "at home". The home was perfect for us, as we had family coming from several locations, and there was enough parking for our families 5 vehicles. The bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, dining room and common areas were well decorated and comfortable, giving us plenty of space to sleep, eat and relax. The outside grilling area was superb! We used the dock for the pontoon we had rented off-site, with the beach/dock area being very useable, with a nice sand play area. We used the firepit each night, with plenty of wood/kindling supplied for our use. Our family had a great time at this home, and our hosts regularly kept in contact with us to answer any questions that we had during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrey L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome relaxing stay

Great stay! Hosts did a great job of communicating and accomodating. Thanks again John and Wendy, our family enjoyed your awesome lodge!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024