Where Nature, Movement, and Rest Come Together
Building Cuyuna Cove
Growing up in Minnesota, we spent as much time outside as possible — in every season and kind of weather. Long days in the sun, rain on our faces, the sound of leaves moving through the trees, and the stillness of snowy pine forests shaped how we understood rest, play, and connection.
As adults, we noticed how easy it is to drift indoors — toward screens, schedules, and busy routines — and how rare it can feel to truly move your body, breathe deeply, and reset. Cuyuna Cove was created as an answer to that.
Built on the edge of the historic mining town of Crosby, Minnesota, Cuyuna Cove came to life through years of hands-on work, problem-solving, and determination. We welcomed our first guests in July 2020, and from the beginning, the vision was clear: a place that makes it easy to get outside, try something new, and return feeling grounded.
Our location connects directly to the globally ranked Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area, offering over 70 miles of world-class single track mountain bike trails, a scenic paved trail that winds through the landscape, additional gravel routes, and clear mining lakes perfect for paddle boarding, kayaking and canoeing. Direct trail access right from the property, while town — with its restaurants, coffee shops, and small-town energy — is just minutes away. Slow down in a landscape shaped by history and brought back to life through reclaimed land
Cuyuna Cove offers year round vacation rental cabins and seasonal glamping bungalows that are designed for couples reconnecting, solo travelers seeking clarity, and anyone craving a slower, more intentional rhythm. Days can be spent mountain biking red dirt trails, paddle boarding crystal clear mine lakes, walking the paved path, or exploring historic main street Crosby. Evenings often settle into sauna sessions, grilling, firelight, and deep rest.
Our cabins are a favorite for romantic getaways in Minnesota not because they isolate you — but because they create space to be present, together. Fewer distractions. More movement. Better sleep. A getaway that stays with you long after you leave.
We’re truly thankful you’re here. Cuyuna Cove exists because guests choose thoughtful places and meaningful experiences. Your stay supports a small, independent business and the continued care of this beautiful landscape.
A Natural Extension of our Work
Cuyuna Cove is part of a larger body of work we do through Braun Austin Co. — our hospitality design and development studio focused on creating places that invite people into nature, movement, and meaningful rest.
We believe getting people outdoors isn’t just about a place to stay. It’s about how a space is designed, how it feels to arrive, and how easily life slows once you’re there. Our work centers on building boutique hospitality properties that balance adventure and restoration, design and durability, effort and ease.
Through Braun Austin Co., we design, develop, and steward nature-led hospitality spaces — including Cuyuna Cove and Tofte Trails — with a long-term view toward thoughtful growth, sustainable investment, and experiences that genuinely support well-being.

