139-year-old resort along the North Shore has been destroyed by fire

Detroit Lakes , MN (KDLM)-

LUTSEN, Minn. — A 139-year-old resort along the North Shore has been destroyed by fire. According to the Facebook page for the historic Lutsen Lodge, the resort was “taken by a devastating fire” overnight. “The amazing memories made here are in our hearts as we begin the heavy weighted process to rebuilt (sic) back better,” the post said. Cook County officials confirm a fire alarm was reported at the lodge shortly before 12:30 a.m. Tuesday. Staff from the lodge reported smoke coming from the floor in the lobby area. The building was completely engulfed by fire, officials said. No injuries were reported. No guests were on site at the time of the fire. The State Fire Marshall is leading the investigation. There were previous fires at the lodge in 1949 and 1951. The lodge was established in 1885 and is located off of Highway 61 on the shores of Lake Superior.