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

Apartment with kitchen, steps from Lake Superior

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Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, music library, video library
Interior
Smart TV, music library, video library

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7750 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Lake view

Explore the area

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Grand Marais, MN
  • Place, Grand Marais Art Colony
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Cook County Court House
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, North Shore Health
    ‪12 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Grand Marais

This apartment places you next to Lake Superior and Superior National Forest. The apartment includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Sivertson Gallery - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Grand Marais Art Colony - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cook County Court House - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cook County Public Tennis Courts - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • North Shore Health - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Voyageur Brewing Company - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dockside Fish Market - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Fisherman’s Daughter - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Java Moose Espresso Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Blue Water Cafe - ‬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.
The apartment is heated and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. The apartment also includes a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the city center

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 available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this apartment?

This apartment is located in Grand Marais, just steps from Lake Superior and Superior National Forest, and within a short walk of Cook County Court House. You'll also find Cook County History Museum and Sivertson Gallery less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at this apartment?

No, this apartment doesn't offer parking.

Is this apartment adjacent to a casino?

No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this apartment?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

Is Perfect family retreat, walk everywhere, and what a view! a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this apartment, including a kitchen and a smart TV in each apartment with some featuring lake views.

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

No, this apartment doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this apartment include breakfast service?

No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this apartment allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this apartment.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Perfect family retreat, walk everywhere, and what a view!?

Yes, every apartment at Perfect family retreat, walk everywhere, and what a view! comes with a deck with some featuring lake views.

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

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 44 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cherlynn N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ben was a great host! He responded quickly to our qour questions/needs. This location is perfect to explore Grand Marais and to enjoy hiking in nearby locations! Comfortable beds, clean and beautiful view of lake! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay, bigger than we expected and great host!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mark T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and view. Clogged drains in bathroom sink and shower. No wash clothes. We did enjoy the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica L.

Liked: Cleanliness
The space was great for my family and the location was excellent.We had enough space to prep lunches and eat breakfast. There was plenty of sleeping space for my family of five. The location is just blocks away from the harbor and my three-year-old handled it well.I have a little feedback to make the stay more enjoyable. 1) Have hand soap (and body wash). - Both pumps were empty. 2) Have a wash rag and drying towel in the kitchen. - The sponge in there smelled so bad, I threw it in the corner. Other than that, the tub drained a little slow.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridget H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kathy A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay in Grand Marais

Overall, very positive. Nice apartment, right downtown. Used our car once or twice..walked everywhere. Beautiful area to explore.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay. Very clean, nice setup; walking distance to downtown. Upper level provided good view of the City.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

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 traveler

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.

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