THE LODGE AT NATURE SHORES

Spacious living area with a kitchen and a mountain-themed decor, including a faux rock fireplace, mounted television, leather chairs, and a large window letting in natural light.

Welcome to The Lodge at Nature Shores—a secluded landscape hotel group retreat on 50 private acres in Minnesota’s St. Croix River Valley, ideal for family gatherings, retreats, and outdoor adventures.

Inside, you'll find a spacious great room, a 26-foot kitchen island, and 9 private bedrooms—each with its own bathroom and bunk bed. The lodge sleeps 18 and includes a full kitchen, Starlink internet, and boosted cell signal.

Outside, relax by the private swimming pond, sandy beach, or fire pit. Explore 50 acres of trails with direct access to 4,000 acres of public land for hiking and wildlife.

Layout & Features

  • Sleeps: 18 guests

  • Bedrooms: 9 private rooms, each with a Full/Twin bunk and private full bathroom

  • Common Area: 40' x 40' great room with 26' kitchen island and custom group seating

  • Kitchen: Gas stove, double oven, dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker, full cookware set

  • Tech: Starlink internet, boosted LTE, wifi throughout, 86" HDTV

Spacious lodge-style living room with stone fireplace, mounted TV, cozy leather chairs, high ceilings with ceiling fans, large windows, and a kitchen area with a long breakfast bar and bar stools.
Spacious living room with leather sofas, wood flooring, and a wall decorated with bear rugs and a large wooden sign that reads 'The Lodge'.
High-angle view of a spacious living area with a long kitchen island, multiple chairs, a stone fireplace, leather chairs, and mounted animal heads, taken from an upper level.
Spacious rustic-style living room and kitchen with leather sofas, stone fireplace, mounted animal heads, taxidermy bear on the upper level, large windows, and wooden accents.
A room with a wooden bunk bed and a bed with a bear and trees patterned blanket, with an open door leading to a small balcony with a wooden rail, beige carpet, and beige walls.
Bedroom with wooden bunk beds, plaid and bear-themed bed covers, beige walls, carpeted floor, and a hallway leading to another room.
A bedroom with a wooden bunk bed and a hallway with a door and window.
A small bedroom with a bunk bed next to a window, and a bathroom with a shower, toilet, and sink visible through an open door.

CABIN 1

Hilltop at Nature Shores

A dark gray tiny house with large glass doors and windows, sitting on a wooden deck with two red Adirondack chairs, surrounded by green grass and tall trees.

Cozy up in this 16x24 cabin—a warm blend of rustic charm and modern comfort. Ideal for couples, solo travelers, or small families, it’s a peaceful retreat surrounded by nature.

Inside, enjoy an open living space with natural light, wood finishes, and a full kitchen and dining area. The main floor includes a private bedroom and full bathroom, while the open loft offers extra sleeping space or a quiet reading nook.

Outside, the spacious front porch invites you to relax and recharge with views of the surrounding woods.

Layout Highlights:

  • Main Level: Open living/kitchen, private bedroom, full bath

  • Loft: Extra sleeping space or cozy nook

  • Porch: Large covered area for outdoor enjoyment

  • Total Space: 484 sq. ft. (384 main + 100 loft)

Interior view of a home with a loft area, kitchen with blue cabinets, a small wooden table, and a brown couch with a yellow pillow
Living room with a brown sofa, yellow pillow, large windows, and a view of trees outside.
Living room with blue kitchen cabinets, dining table, chairs, large windows, and a potted plant.
Kitchen with blue cabinets, white appliances, a stove, and a wooden ladder leading to a loft area with a decorative 'HOME' sign.

CABIN 2

Pine Ridge at Nature Shores

A modern tiny house with large glass windows, a sloped black roof, and a wooden deck, situated in a lush green forest clearing, with two people sitting and chatting on the deck.

Unwind in this sleek 16x28 modern cabin, where clean design meets natural tranquility. Perfect for couples or solo travelers, it blends comfort and simplicity for a peaceful escape.

Inside, the open-concept living and kitchen area is filled with natural light and modern finishes. The cozy bedroom and full bathroom provide all the essentials, while a separate technical room adds storage or workspace.

Layout Highlights:

  • Open Living/Kitchen: Bright and modern

  • Bedroom: Simple and restful

  • Bathroom: Contemporary and complete

  • Technical Room: Extra storage or work area

Modern wooden house with large glass windows surrounded by green trees, showing a living room and a bedroom inside, located on a grassy lawn with a small staircase edging.
A modern A-frame house with wooden siding and a black metal roof, surrounded by trees and greenery, with a wooden deck where two people are sitting and talking.
Interior of a modern, minimalist living space with wooden walls, large windows, white sofa, green potted plant, kitchen area, and wooden furniture.
Interior of a cozy home with wooden panel walls and ceiling. Features a workspace with a desk, chair, laptop, and decorative items, and a living area with a light blue sofa, cushions, and a round wooden coffee table. A bedroom with a bed and plants i

CABIN 3

Lakeside at Nature Shores

An A-frame cabin with a metal roof and large glass windows in a forest setting, with a wooden deck outdoor seating area and a fire pit.

Escape to a peaceful retreat in this stylish 16x24 A-frame cabin, where rustic charm meets modern comfort. Nestled in nature, it offers the perfect blend of simplicity and thoughtful design.

Inside, you'll find vaulted ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a cozy wood-burning stove. The open-concept space includes a fully equipped kitchen, a full bathroom with modern fixtures, and an 8x8 loft bedroom with treetop views.

Layout Highlights:

  • Living Room: 12x16 with high ceilings and wood stove

  • Kitchen: 6x8 with modern appliances

  • Bathroom: 6x8 with full shower

  • Loft Bedroom: 8x8 with queen bed

A small A-frame house with a metal roof, wooden walls, and three windows, situated on a grassy area with trees in the background.
Attic living space with a loft bed, wooden walls, a spiral staircase, and a cozy seating area with a wooden coffee table, a sofa, and a rug.
Living room with wooden walls, large glass windows showing trees and fog outside, a sofa with pillows, a wood-burning stove, a wooden coffee table with a bowl of lemons, and a cowhide rug.
Floor plan of a two-story house with a ground floor and a mezzanine floor, showing a veranda, living room, kitchen, bathroom, and stairs on the ground floor, and a bedroom with high ceiling on the mezzanine floor.

CABIN 4

Woodhaven at Nature Shores

Modern small house with black exterior, large glass windows, wooden deck, and surrounding greenery in a natural setting.

Relax in this modern 20x20 Lean Cottage—a 400 sq. ft. retreat that combines sleek design with cozy comfort. Perfect for couples, solo travelers, or small families seeking peace in nature.

Inside, enjoy an open layout with soaring 8'–13' ceilings and large windows that fill the space with light. The main floor features a bedroom, full bathroom, and a utility area with washer and dryer. A cozy loft adds extra sleeping space.

Layout Highlights:

  • Total Area: 400 sq. ft.

  • Bedroom & Bath: 1 of each on the main floor

  • Loft: Additional sleeping space

  • Kitchen: Modern and functional

Floor plan of a small house with a ground floor and a loft. The ground floor includes a deck, living room, bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, laundry, utility, and closets. The loft has an open area and a sleeping loft.
Modern white house with large glass windows and a wooden deck, surrounded by trees and grassy area.
Axonometric drawing of a small building with a living area, kitchen, bathroom, and outdoor deck with sliding glass doors, labeled 'BUILDING AXONOMETRIC'.

CABIN 5

Birchbend at Nature Shores

Digital rendering of a modern two-story house with a front porch, outdoor seating, and exterior lighting, on a grass lawn against a black background.

Welcome to Birchbend—a 413 sq. ft. modern tiny home that blends comfort, style, and functionality in a beautifully compact space. Ideal for solo travelers, couples, or small families seeking a peaceful retreat.

Inside, the open-concept layout connects the living, dining, and kitchen areas, with large windows filling the space with natural light. The efficient kitchenette offers essential appliances and ample prep space. A cozy bedroom and full bathroom with modern fixtures ensure all the comforts of home.

Outside, enjoy a spacious patio perfect for morning coffee, meals, or simply taking in the natural surroundings.

Layout Highlights:

  • Total Area: 413 sq. ft. (19'-5" x 30'-0")

  • Living Area: Open and bright

  • Kitchenette: Efficient and well-equipped

  • Bedroom: Comfortable and thoughtfully designed

  • Bathroom: Full-sized with modern fixtures

  • Patio: Expansive outdoor living space

Digital rendering of a modern two-story house with a small porch featuring outdoor seating and green accents, surrounded by a grass yard.
Digital illustration of a modern, small gray house with horizontal siding, a small front porch, a window and outdoor wall-mounted lights
3D rendering of a modern tiny house with a small outdoor patio, featuring a small sofa with green pillows, two round chairs, and a small side table, on a grassy lot.
Floor plan of a small apartment with a bedroom, living room, kitchenette, bathroom, patio, and closets.

CABIN 6

Rock Point at Nature Shores

Modern white small house with black trim, large glass sliding doors, sitting on a raised wooden deck with stairs, surrounded by greenery and trees

Relax in this modern 20x20 Lean Cottage—a 400 sq. ft. retreat that combines sleek design with cozy comfort. Perfect for couples, solo travelers, or small families seeking peace in nature.

Inside, enjoy an open layout with soaring 8'–13' ceilings and large windows that fill the space with light. The main floor features a bedroom, full bathroom, and a utility area with washer and dryer. A cozy loft adds extra sleeping space.

Layout Highlights:

  • Total Area: 400 sq. ft.

  • Bedroom & Bath: 1 of each on the main floor

  • Loft: Additional sleeping space

  • Kitchen: Modern and functional

Floor plan of a two-story tiny house with a ground floor and loft. The ground floor features a deck, living room, kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, laundry, and utility areas. The loft includes a sleeping area and open space above the living room.
Modern tiny house with large glass windows and a wooden deck, surrounded by trees.
Sketch of a small building layout with a living area, kitchen, bathroom, and outside patio with steps, labeled 'Building Axonometric'.

CABIN 7

Fern Valley at Nature Shores

A gray house with white trim and a steep roof, featuring a small wooden deck with two red Adirondack chairs, surrounded by green grass and trees.

Cozy up in this 16x24 cabin—a warm blend of rustic charm and modern comfort. Ideal for couples, solo travelers, or small families, it’s a peaceful retreat surrounded by nature.

Inside, enjoy an open living space with natural light, wood finishes, and a full kitchen and dining area. The main floor includes a private bedroom and full bathroom, while the open loft offers extra sleeping space or a quiet reading nook.

Outside, the spacious front porch invites you to relax and recharge with views of the surrounding woods.

Layout Highlights:

  • Main Level: Open living/kitchen, private bedroom, full bath

  • Loft: Extra sleeping space or cozy nook

  • Porch: Large covered area for outdoor enjoyment

  • Total Space: 484 sq. ft. (384 main + 100 loft)

A small kitchen with blue cabinets, a white refrigerator, a stove, and a breakfast table. There is a wooden ladder leading to a loft area with a balcony railing. The wall decor includes a sign that reads 'HOME'.
Living room with a brown sofa, yellow pillow, large windows with sunlight, a wooden ladder, and part of a dining area with a white chair.
A cozy kitchen and dining area with natural light coming through multiple windows, blue cabinets, a small kitchen island with apples, white chairs around a brown table, and a framed quote on the wall.
Kitchen with blue cabinets, a white refrigerator, a stove, and a countertop with a coffee maker. There is a small table with an apple and a cutting board. A ladder leads up to a loft area with a sign that says 'HOME' on the shelf.

Reconnect with the wild, without giving up comfort.

Nestled on 50 private acres in Northern Minnesota and surrounded by thousands more of protected forest, Nature Shores offers a refined glamping escape designed to help you slow down, breathe deep, and fully unwind. Whether you're watching the stars from your private deck, sipping coffee as the sun rises over the trees, or hiking untouched wilderness just beyond your doorstep, this is where luxury meets raw nature. Every glamping site is intentionally placed for privacy and immersion—so all you’ll hear is the wind, the water, and maybe your own heartbeat.