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Resort History

This classic Minnesota resort was purchased in 1948, by a fashion model and professional photographer that decided they had enough of the Chicago city life. They packed up their two year old son and moved to a 2 cabin vacation property at the end of a two-rut road in northern Minnesota.

Kohl's Resort is nestled in the pine and birch of the Buena Vista State Forest on the eastern shore of Big Turtle Lake, just 12 miles north of Bemidji. It is recently noted as "one of the better multi species lakes throughout the entire area" and "offers good numbers of walleye and northern pike as well as some respectable bass and pan-fish" as quoted in OutdoorsWeekly.com. (Page 20, April 2012)

During several decades, Helen and Bob Kohl developed this property on Big Turtle Lake (one of a chain of 5 lakes) into one of the areas finest resorts. In the late 70's, Rex and Kurt Kohl took the resort over from their parents. They added new Colorado style, 8 sided mini homes on the property along with building a lodge with an indoor pool, sauna, Jacuzzi, and laundry facilities.

Succeeding the Kohl's family were a few owners that made changes along the way. In 2000, Ron Mason of Iowa purchased the property and gave it a proper facelift inside and out. Many changes came about. A large family reunion 4 unit villa was built along with a large family cabin. He remodeled the pool and built a much loved outdoor hot tub.

In 2003, a new family moved to the area from Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin. Jim, Debbie, and their then - 12 year old son Aaron Eickhorst. They are the current owners. Former landscapers and campground owners has provided them the experience to beautify this northern gem. They have worked diligently on making sure the resort continues to operate as a resort with deluxe guest accommodations. Having added four cabins to the resort while remodeling all existing cabins, the resort has continues to grow and beautify. Kohl's Resort has the charm of a mom & pop place while providing guests with the comforts and activities that larger resorts offer. Whether you are searching for breathtaking sunsets, family activities, winter and summer sports, or the songs of our native loon, please join us any time of year.

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