This cabin places you next to Superior National Forest and within a 5-minute walk of Lake Superior. The cabin includes a kitchenette, a patio, and a refrigerator.
Kadunce River State Wayside - 13 min drive - 11.2 miles
Devil Track River - 21 min drive - 18.2 miles
Grand Portage National Monument - 24 min drive - 22.2 miles
Grand Portage State Forest - 28 min drive - 13.9 miles
Restaurants
Naniboujou Lodge - 4 min drive
Chicago Bay Marketplace - 3 min drive
Nanaboujou Lodge - 4 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
The Superior Bunkhouse, a Cozy 16 X 24 Cabin near Grand Marais MN and Hovland MN
Looking for a unique natural woods getaway for yourself or your family that has many of the comforts of home? Get ready to relax in this roomy cabin just a 15 minute drive from Grand Marais, MN and close to Hovland, MN. Experience the wild and rugged northwoods in this newly built property overlooking Lake Superior through the trees offering WiFi, electric heat and fans for guests to enjoy. There is no TV as we hope you take the time to unplug, enjoy nature. You can always fire up your laptop if you like. The night sky offers the amazing Milky Way, constellations and satellite viewing - you likely can get a glimpse of falling stars! There is plenty of free parking with a 100 yard walk up to the bunkhouse nestled in the woods (soon you will be able to drive to bunkhouse). We recommend you arrive during daylight hours. There is electricity, a dining area, kitchen area, log twin size bunkbed with a twin trundle, custom mattresses on the L dinette area sleeps two additional people and private area with an electric toilet and a shower with hot and cold running water now! The kitchen sink also has hot and cold running water. The bunkhouse sleeps up to 5. We provide drinking and cooking water in 5 gallon carboys with a spigot at sink. The soothing atmosphere of the bunkhouse will provide a peaceful retreat for your getaway. Owner has a cabin nearby on the property and is, at times, on premises should you have questions or need help with anything. We look forward to hosting you at our bunkhouse.
For your convenience the following amenities are included in your stay:
Kitchen area - Fridge & separate top freezer (smaller size) Ice cube tray Microwave Toaster Oven Induction burner Small propane grill on deck Keurig coffee machine Stove top percolator Counter space Dishes, pots & pans, silverware, cooking utensils Aluminum foil, plastic wrap, baggies, paper towels, dish towels, dish rags, dish soap Garbage bags (Carry out or leave bagged garbage inside bunkhouse when you leave as there are possibly animals nearby) Salt & Pepper/Oil
General comfort - Two chairs up front near full bank of windows Two person vintage rocker loveseat Foot stool Side table Dining table with ample seating (up to 6)
Bathroom - Incinerating electric toilet w/instructions Air Freshener Spray Toilet Paper Toilet Liners Bring your own towels
Sleeping areas - Twin size bunkbed with twin size trundle sleeps 3 adults comfortably. Eating area seating has custom made mattresses to sleep 1 adult and one child or 2 kids comfortably. Mattresses, pads, covers (you bring your own linens or Sleeping bags) Pillows Throws
Entertainment - Puzzles, Books, Games, playing cards, Cribbage board, Dominoes
Back deck - Four chairs
Access - We have contactless access via lockbox on back door for easy contact free entry. We do keep a security camera at the exterior of front door for your security and to allow us to contact you if you have questions once you are there. There are no interior cameras.
There is a front and back door to the bunkhouse, a wonderful light and airy feel to the space and yet it is cozy and comfortable. We know you will enjoy your stay here on the rugged granite and treed hillside of Lake Superior in it's natural state. We are located across the highway from the lake shore but you can still hear waves rolling onto the beach as well as the wolves howling their night song...and sometimes during the day as well. Due to severe rain and wind storms last summer we are still in the process of working on grounds, including driveway and better views of the lake. In the meanwhile it is a wonderful little cabin to enjoy.
Judge Magney State Park and Naniboujou Lodge are just down the road. If you bring bikes you can ride the under 3 miles down the road to it and hike the awe inspiring trail to Devil's Kettle! Just a short 20 min drive north is American Falls, a boardwalk in to a gorgeous falls on the Pigeon River that is beautiful at all seasons (and is a great Walleye fishing river downstream). We are 17.3 miles north of Grand Marais so just a 15-20 minute drive south and you are there and can enjoy all the GM has to offer. Most weekends in the summer there is something going that is a fun filled day. Then you can return to the natural woods of the area for rest and relaxation. Our property connects to a 200 acre parcel of woodland that is trust land so you can hike or hunt that area right from the bunkhouse. There are no trails or roads in that 200 acres. Between our bunkhouse and GM there are beaches where you can enjoy the shore, rock hunt, read a book or just take in the calm or lapping waves. We invite you to come and relax for awhile.
The cabin is heated and features a kitchenette and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a coffee maker and a dining table.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Area rugs in public areas
No elevator
Single level property
Smooth flooring in public areas
Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the marina
On a lake
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Unit size: 384 square feet
Water dispenser
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
We appreciate that you leave the bunkhouse in the same condition as you found it to avoid cleaning fee. Clean all used dishes and utensils. There is a vacuum, broom, spray cleaners you can use. Thx!
Refer to Bunkhouse Handbook for miscellaneous instructions and FAQs, etc. No parties, no smoking on premises. You will be responsible for any damages that occur during your stay.
Be sure that you keep trash, coolers and all food items inside bunkhouse to not entice wild animals.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
Please leave the property clean and tidy as you found it. We will charge a $100 cleaning fee for your stay if you leave it in a mess.
Please sweep and vacuum floors, put pillow, chairs, etc in their rightful place.
Clean out fridge and wipe up any food particles or spills. All of your food should be removed. Dishes cleaned and put away.
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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
There are no elevators.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to see close to this cabin?
This cabin is located in Grand Marais and just steps from Lake Superior and Superior National Forest. Judge Magney State Park is also within a driving distance of 2.9 mi.
Will I be able to park at The Superior Bunkhouse, a Cozy 16 X 24 Cabin near Grand Marais MN and Hovland MN?
No, this cabin doesn't offer parking.
Is this cabin adjacent to a casino?
No, this cabin is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this cabin?
No, there is no indoor pool at this cabin.
What amenities will couples enjoy at The Superior Bunkhouse, a Cozy 16 X 24 Cabin near Grand Marais MN and Hovland MN?
With a stay at this lakeside cabin, couples will appreciate amenities like a kitchenette in each cabin plus a kitchenette and free WiFi in some.
Are there hot tubs at The Superior Bunkhouse, a Cozy 16 X 24 Cabin near Grand Marais MN and Hovland MN?
No, this cabin doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this cabin provide breakfast?
No, this cabin doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this cabin allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this cabin.
Are there connecting rooms at The Superior Bunkhouse, a Cozy 16 X 24 Cabin near Grand Marais MN and Hovland MN?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cabin.
Can I book a room with a balcony at The Superior Bunkhouse, a Cozy 16 X 24 Cabin near Grand Marais MN and Hovland MN?
Yes, every cabin at The Superior Bunkhouse, a Cozy 16 X 24 Cabin near Grand Marais MN and Hovland MN comes with a patio.
The Superior Bunkhouse, a Cozy 16 X 24 Cabin near Grand Marais MN and Hovland MN Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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Great place to stay! Very happy with the bunkhouse and the amenities. The host was VERY communicative about the property and what to expect which was great for us. We would happily stay again. No running water (yet, they might in the future), but we knew that going in and it wasn’t an issue for us at all. Close to grand marais and the Canadian border.
The cabin is very clean and well put together. It's in a great location between Grand Marais and Grand Portage, very secluded off the main highway, giving it an off the grid experience that I was looking for, the host was very communicative and responds very quickly if you have any questions, if you're looking for a good location with little/low light pollution to star gaze this is an amazing location to do so. Overall just a great experience for my wife and I.
The cabin was clean, sunny and bright with comfortable beds. Our host, Julie, was responsive and helpful with any questions we asked. She advised us well with getting to the cabin during daylight hours as the walk up to the cabin would have been difficult navigating for the first time at night through the woods. The cabin was about a 20 minute drive to Grand Marais, near great hiking trails and views of Lake Superior. We had a wonderful stay and really enjoyed the cabin!
Nice cabin, but several issues to be aware ofThe cabin is pleasant and you can see the effort that went into it. However, a few basics were missing when we arrived in the late afternoon/evening after a few hours’ drive. The kitchen lacked essentials (e.g., dishwashing supplies), and the two 5-gallon water containers inside were essentially empty. Outside there were only two filled containers, plus a similar amount set aside for dishwashing/showering only. The host was responsive and, for the remaining days, directed us to pick up another container from their other cabin—but I still had to haul and refill water myself every day.We often tent-camp with kids and are comfortable with “basic,” but this amount of water felt below basic if you plan to cook even simple meals.Checkout instructions were also more demanding than typical. For example, guests are expected to remove ash from the electric toilet during their stay and at checkout—this isn’t standard in our experience. These expectations, along with the water situation, should be made clear at the time of booking.