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Perfect family retreat, walk everywhere, and what a view!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Shower, hair dryer, towels, toilet paper
Interior
Smart TV, music library, video library
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 770 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Lake view

Explore the area

Map
Grand Marais, MN
  • Grand Marais Art Colony
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Cook County Court House
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Cook County Public Tennis Courts
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

About the area

Grand Marais

This apartment puts you in the heart of Grand Marais, within steps of Lake Superior and Superior National Forest. .Apartment features a patio, a living room and a Smart TV. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available.
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What's nearby

  • Grand Marais Art Colony - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cook County Court House - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cook County Public Tennis Courts - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Pincushion Mountain - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Gunflint Hills Golf Course - 6 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 134 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Voyageur Brewing Company - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Birch Terrace Supper Club - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Java Moose - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Angry Trout Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Gun Flint Tavern - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Perfect family retreat, walk everywhere, and what a view!

Absolutely ideal family vacation base in the heart of Grand Marais. Incredibly spacious, clean and comfortable 2 bedroom with amazing views of both Lake Superior and downtown Grand Marais. This is a very impressive space for all guests but really designed well for families. Beautiful vaulted ceilings with fantastic wood paneling, slate tile floors, stainless appliances, great natural light, and incredible views. Book with confidence knowing you have found one of the nicest rentals in Grand Marais.

Property manager

Ben Peters

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the city centre

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 750 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Does Perfect family retreat, walk everywhere, and what a view! have a pool?

Perfect family retreat, walk everywhere, and what a view! has a communal pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Perfect family retreat, walk everywhere, and what a view!?

No, Perfect family retreat, walk everywhere, and what a view! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Perfect family retreat, walk everywhere, and what a view!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Perfect family retreat, walk everywhere, and what a view!?

No, pets are not allowed.

Perfect family retreat, walk everywhere, and what a view! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 37 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
4th year in the building... will come back again next year
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rayna R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay and loved the location!
We had a bit of trouble finding the location but only because we didn’t have phone service when we got to Grand Marais. The host gave well written directions with the check in information but apparently I am challenged with following directions. We figured it out and Ben was quick to respond to our distress - we just had spotty cell connection and didn’t see his texts. The apartment was clean and comfortable, the description and photos were accurate, the beds were comfortable and the place had a very peaceful feeling to it. We all slept so peacefully! I would recommend this stay to anyone wanting to be close to town. 10/10 stay for us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, wonderful experience
Ben was wonderful, accommodated all our requests. The lodging was perfect for our family of five, space for privacy and open area for gathering. Views of Grand Marais and Superior. Perfect location and space for our family celebration. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Perfect home base for north shore hiking and exploring!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colette R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location!
The property was clean and had everything we needed! Perfectly close to everything in Grand Marais - we walked to the water, to dinner, and to the shops!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Grand Marias July 25
This location is perfect for getting anywhere in the town. So close to all of the food trucks that are now serving the community. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot to enjoy Grand Marais
Location is great and the house is comfortable and well stocked. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Juice M., Roseville, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great in Town Location
Came up for 4 nights with my family to hike and enjoy the town. Place was great for us and loft was really helpful for having an extra bed. No AC needed with how close to the lake it was, but one window was missing a screen, so lots of mosquitoes got in before we noticed. We use this place again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and Convenient
Overall, we had a good stay. We were within walking distance to all shops and restaurants which was fantastic. The home was very clean and had a great view of the lake. The checkout time changed somehow and was 10 instead of 11 as it says in the listing, so we had to rush a little bit more than we would have preferred in the morning. Someone also tried to come in at 9:45 while we were still packing up, so we felt even more rushed and a little less safe, to be honest. It would also be nice if there would have been extra toiletries provided as the hand soap in the bathroom had only about a millimeter of soap left in it when we arrived and there were no extras or refills. We wound up having to get our own. We also weren’t aware we’d have to bring home our own garbage, so that would have been nice to know beforehand. None of these things ruined our weekend, though, and the home really was very nice and comfortable otherwise.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Memorial Day Weekend
Awesome weather and perfect location walk to anything in town.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Merri W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view of Lake Superior from windows on 3 sides of house!
Nice remodel of 2nd floor apt. Owner gave great instructions to gain access.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tryg J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Fun Stay
We had a great week staying here in Grand Marais. Great location, a block back from the main road, and roughly behind the taco place. House looks as the pictures show. The whole apartment is on the second floor. The internal stairs lead up to a small loft with a twin bed in it. My daughter's liked reading books up there. We will definitely stay here again when we come back to Grand Marais if it's available.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aaron L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Solid owner and place
Easy process for checking in. Great location that is within walking distance to everything in town. Ben was helpful and is a nice guy.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristi C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Grand Marais in August
Great place, exceptionally clean. Would stay again in a heart beat.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

2/10 Terrible

Natalie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Terrible communication, poor plumbing
Poor communication with property manager regarding additional fees after our stay. The property manager and myself agreed on an amount of $$ for cosmetic damages done to the toilet. He did not stand by that agreement, and charged more than our agreed amount. He cut off all contact after he did so. We experienced poor plumbing with the toilet. We had to walk to the public restroom throughout our stay. Be prepared to bring your own dish-ware if you have a group larger than 4. The location is great, but it is not worth the risk of being taken advantage of by the manager and walking to the public restroom down the street to use their toilet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Apartment Lake Superior Sunrise
Clean, comfortable, updated upper floor apartment adequate for preparing meals after a day of sightseeing. Beautiful view of the sunrise over the lake too!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M., St. Paul, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, cozy great location in Grand Marais
A great spot to come back to after a full day of hiking on the North Shore. Super clean and for the three of us, plenty of space. Very quiet at night and easy walking to downtown and Artist's Point. Ben was extremely friendly to work with and very quick to respond to questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Karen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bear included in price
Perfect for our 2 night getaway. The beds were comfortable and the property had most everything we needed including a bear in the tree in the backyard for our entertainment. Convenient to downtown area but very quiet place. Only suggestion would be some hot pads for the oven, a dishrag for the sink and more than 2 washcloths for 4 of us. Also for the price we paid I feel like we shouldn't have had to take our garbage home with us.

10/10 Excellent

Kirsti E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome views
Great place

10/10 Excellent

Shelly M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location
Great place to relax after a long day of hiking. We cooked our own dinners as we brought a small grill to use in the yard. Easy walk to all the shops and Artist Point. Quiet and lots of windows- view of Lake Superior.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Paul, Vadnais Heights, mn

Travelled with family
We enjoyed our stay- convenient walking distance to businesses and attractions. Good level of amenities and space. The bad is that the master bed was very much sagging and it felt like sleeping on a hammock, and the loft was really for young kids only. Parking was easy and convenient. We would stay again here but might bring a blow up mattress instead of sleeping in master bed
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dan D., Rochester, Minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to walk Grand Marais
We wanted a place within walking distance of Grand Marais as well as a base to see the larger region. This place fit the bill nicely! We had to call the property manager to address a small issue and he responded immediately — which I think is an important point to note. Overall it was a good experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great location, nice place. Friendly host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for us
This home is a great base camp for any activities in the area. We had plenty of space to rest and stretch out after miles of hiking each day. It is surprisingly lovely on the inside compared to the outside, and very comfy, quiet (except for seagulls!), clean and new.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ben N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
Our family had a wonderful time staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020