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Calming cottage apartment in the Northwoods. Next to the BWCA!

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A wooden attic room with a large window, wooden floor, and a bench.
A single-story house with a green door, a small window, and a chimney.
A wooden interior with a wooden staircase, a framed picture of a fox, and a ceiling light.
A forested area with a wooden deck in the foreground.
A compact, modern bathroom with wooden walls and a built-in shower. It includes a sink, a mirror, and a shelf with a bowl.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroom480 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Grand Marais, MN
  • Place, Loon Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Poplar Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Magnetic Rock Trail/BRT West Trailhead
    ‪20 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Grand Marais

This apartment places you next to Superior National Forest and within a 15-minute drive of Poplar Lake. The apartment includes a kitchenette, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Loon Lake - 7 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Poplar Lake - 9 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Magnetic Rock Trail/BRT West Trailhead - 20 min drive - 15.5 miles
  • Chik-Wauk Museum and Nature Center - 31 min drive - 24.6 miles
  • Gunflint Trail Historical Society - 33 min drive - 25.0 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Poplar Haus Lodging and Campsites - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Calming cottage apartment in the Northwoods. Next to the BWCA!

Come relax and enjoy nature on the Gunflint Trail!
A 45 minute drive from Grand Marais on the Gunflint Trail brings you to your next calMN retreat, the Fox Den.

This apartment has two levels. The cozy upstairs with a large sleeping and sitting area has 2 full size beds, a small couch, dresser, nightstand, stand alone fan, heating, WiFi and plenty of room to relax.

The entry/lower level offers a bright bathroom with a spacious shower, toilet, fan/heater.
There is a sink just outside the bathroom.

A kitchenette is equipped with a small refrigerator, microwave, electric water kettle, coffee maker, and a single electric burner.
Essential dinnerware, pots and pans are provided.

Things to know:
* The apartment is above the garage (not used for parking vehicles)
*The main house is also a rental so be prepared to share space (driveway, dock, canoe,kayaks) with other guests.
*The property runs on a septic system. Please help us maintain it by conserving water and flushing ONLY provided toilet paper.

* Sleeping area ceiling height is 70”

* The property is on a lake on the Gunflint Trail and the apartment is approximately 400 feet from the shore. A set of stairs or gravel path lead to the lake shore.

* No motorized boat launch on property.

* There is one aluminum canoe and two kayaks plus PFDs available and are on a first come basis.
The apartment is heated and features a kitchenette and space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can expect to find free WiFi. The apartment also includes a coffee maker. Change of towels is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of towels on request

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking 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

General

  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 480 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please place trash in metal trash bin outside of apartment, behind building. Thanks.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Quiet time after 9 PM

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Note: stairs on site

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 and a first aid kit
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: 3:00 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, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this apartment?

This apartment is located in Grand Marais, just steps from Superior National Forest. Poplar Lake is also within a driving distance of 3.3 mi.

Is parking available on site at Calming cottage apartment in the Northwoods. Next to the BWCA!?

No, this apartment doesn't offer parking.

Is this apartment next to a casino?

No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this apartment?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Calming cottage apartment in the Northwoods. Next to the BWCA!?

With a stay at this lakeside apartment, couples will appreciate amenities like a kitchenette in each apartment plus a kitchenette and free WiFi in some.

Does Calming cottage apartment in the Northwoods. Next to the BWCA! have a hot tub?

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

Does this apartment offer breakfast?

No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this apartment allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this apartment.

Does Calming cottage apartment in the Northwoods. Next to the BWCA! have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this apartment.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Calming cottage apartment in the Northwoods. Next to the BWCA!?

No, you won't find apartments with balconies at Calming cottage apartment in the Northwoods. Next to the BWCA!.

Calming cottage apartment in the Northwoods. Next to the BWCA! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kris K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean. Very quiet. Beautiful location. Very nice host. If you are looking for a getaway to escape the routine and distractions of life, this is the place. The Gunflint Trail will not disappoint.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lucky L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin is newly finished and very clean. The whitewash knotty pine inside gives the cabin a real northwoods feel. The beds are very comfortable and the kitchenette equipped perfecly for our needs. We appreciate the no pet policy due to allergy issues. Wifi worked perfectly.Beautiful location on Iron Lake and we liked having access to kayaks and a canoe to enjoy the water. The sunrise and sunset are beautful on the water! The variety of birds and ducks in the woods and on the water was amazing.On the Gunflint Trail in route we even had a moose sighting!We loved this rental and plan to make a return visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diana S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This VRBO was so thoughtfully created for many different needs of all types of guests. I visited with my children (15, 18 & 20 y/o) and my mother, who was 83. My mother is quite physically limited; however, the apartment had many items that helped my mother navigate the beautiful area and apartment without much issue at all. The apartment was exceptionally clean and organized. As mentioned before, the apartment was furnished very thoughtfully for a wide variety of different types of guests' needs.The beauty of the area speaks for itself, as it is nestled amongst the Superior National Forest and State Forest land. I have shared this VRBO location with many, many of my friends and family because it is AMAZING!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paula P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025