This Minnesota cabin was designed and built by Lands End Development as a getaway for an empty-nester couple, nestled in a cove of Clamshell Lake, a small link in the Whitefish Chain of Lakes. The Saint Paul-based owners wanted a home that felt intimate but could also expand, allowing them to host their large family and friends graciously.
Kelly Caruso of Regarding Design is a longtime friend of the owners and helped them bring their vision for a dream lake house to life. The cabin offers 3,000 square feet of living space, with five bedrooms, four bathrooms, and a 400-square-foot three-season veranda. A wide front porch welcomes visitors into the home. Continue below to see the rest of this stunning house tour…
DESIGN DETAILS: INTERIOR DESIGN Regarding Design BUILDER Lands End Development
Above: Inside the cabin, an open floor plan lends itself to family moments and entertaining. An exposed wood ceiling creates a rustic vibe while contemporary furniture keeps the space balanced. The walls are painted in Swiss Coffee OC-45 | Benjamin Moore.
Above: The open kitchen provides a sage green pop of color in the neutral great room. A small island accommodates three barstools for extra seating. The cabinets are painted in Vintage Vogue 462 | Benjamin Moore. The island is stained in a rustic white oak. The island countertop is quartzite, and the backsplash tiles are handmade.
What We Love About This Home
This lakeside cabin in Minnesota is just breathtaking. The setting is so spectacular that the house is almost incidental. The finishes are very thoughtful and considered. It suits its setting perfectly. We are loving the color palette and the use of reclaimed materials. The three-season porch is a fabulous spot for entertaining, and the bunk room is perfect for hosting overnight guests. Overall, we love everything about this cabin; it’s a beautiful mix of refined rustic.
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Above: A rough-cut stone wood-burning fireplace with an oversized reclaimed-wood mantle is a dramatic centerpiece of the room. Large windows and sliding glass doors keep open eye lines to the lake view.
Above: The dining area, right off the kitchen, is an informal, cozy nook with built-in banquette seating and additional storage, a farmhouse-style trundle table, and classic captain chairs.
Above: A three-season sunroom off the main living area provides additional space for the family to spend cozy nights by the wood-burning fireplace, another eating area, and unlimited views of Clamshell Lake. The furniture is casual and easy to clean. Sliding vinyl window panels let in fresh lake breezes while keeping out pesky bugs.
Above: An extra dining area on the three-season sunroom porch is the perfect place to spread out for family game night or to host a casual lake-side meal.
Above: The wide front porch provides one more place to relax and welcome family and friends to this gracious lake side cabin.
Above: The upstairs bedroom offers 360-degree views of the lake and a comfortable place to relax and even get some work done. Exposed reclaimed wood ceilings keep it warm and rustic. The desk was spotted at a Parisian flea market. It is a Hungarian butcher’s table from the 18th century.
Above: In the guest bathroom, a knotty alder double vanity sink and modern fixtures juxtapose the dark navy blue painted wood-paneled walls. The walls and vanity were stained to match Benjamin Moore’s Newburyport Blue HC-155. The countertop is a white quartz.
Above: The powder room offers the perfect opportunity to add color and pattern with this waterfowl-themed design. Simple fixtures and mixed materials keep the rustic lakeside cabin vibes going. Board-and-batten panelling covers the lower half of the wall, while whimsical Milton & King wallpaper is installed above. The panelling is painted in Abalone 2108-60 | Benjamin Moore.
Above: Two twin beds in an additional guest room are the perfect place for grandkids or friends who have come to visit the lakeside cabin. Upholstered striped headboards and a classic oak side table with vintage style sconces keep it simple, clean, and very functional.
Above: The artwork above the dresser is made from bark the homeowner brought back from a trip to India.
Above: In the owner’s bedroom, lofted reclaimed wood ceilings make the space feel large and airy, while big picture windows let in lots of light and offer great views of the lake. The Jinny Lind style bed is a classic design touch that brings timeless visual interest.
Above: A pocket door leads into a small but efficient 3/4 bathroom that features large-format tile to keep the design simple in the limited space.
Above: A vintage-style vanity ties into the exposed wood ceilings.
Above: In the laundry room, custom countertops and cabinetry are built around the appliances to provide additional counterspace.
Above: The mudroom features reclaimed brick floors laid in a herringbone pattern and custom cabinetry with a bench and hooks, making it the perfect place to clean off and store all that recreational lake equipment.
Above: The staircase leads down to the lower level and features a plaid runner. The flooring has a Berber-style wool carpeting throughout.
Above: In the basement level of the lake home, a cozy family room with wood-paneled walls and ceilings, intimate sconce lighting, and plush, cozy furniture is the perfect place to curl up and watch a movie on a cold Minnesota night. Note: This is the only room in the house with a TV!
Above: Custom-designed and built bunk beds that sleep up to six, complete with their own staircases and marine-style bulkhead sconce lighting, can host all the kids or grandkids. There is also an industrial-style ceiling fan.
Above: This bathroom serves both the bunk bedroom and another guest bedroom on the lower level. The flooring is a plaid-like tile, the Ceramica Sant’Agostino Tailorart collection. The walls are painted in Gull Wing Gray 2134-50 | Benjamin Moore.
Above: On the lake-facing side of the house, a slate and natural stone firepit with Adirondack chairs creates an intimate outdoor gathering space.
Above: The beautiful lake front view from the back of the house.
PHOTOGRAPHER Jasper Lazor
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