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The Lighthouse. unique lodging overlooking the harbor. Sauna special!

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Interior
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bathroomSleeps 246 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

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Grand Marais, MN
  • Grand Marais Art Colony
    3 min walk
  • Cook County Court House
    3 min walk
  • Sivertson Gallery
    5 min walk
  • Grand Marais, MN (GRM-Cook County)
    16 min drive

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About the area

Grand Marais

With a stay at this apartment in Grand Marais, you'll be just steps from Lake Superior and Superior National Forest. .This apartment is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Grand Marais Art Colony and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Cook County Court House.

What's nearby

  • Grand Marais Art Colony - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cook County Court House - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cook County Public Tennis Courts - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • North Shore Health - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Pincushion Mountain - 4 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Voyageur Brewing Company - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Birch Terrace Supper Club - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Java Moose - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Angry Trout Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gun Flint Tavern - ‬4 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.

The Lighthouse. unique lodging overlooking the harbor. Sauna special!

The 'Lighthouse' is a special lodging overlooking the town and harbor of Grand Marais from its center. You are right in the heart of town within a block of everything- yet comfortably removed when you need a breather. You can sit up in bed and view the harbor and the big lake beyond. If you would like to access the sauna please contact the owners in advance and set up a reservation- it is an add on expense and is first come first serve. Total is $49 per night plus tax and it is booked on our direct site. November and April have sauna specials- please go to the sauna listing to see those. At the Lighthouse there is covered parking that leads to a stairway that takes you up to the Lighthouse. The view of the old harbor from the balcony is stunning. There is a wrought iron table and chairs on the balcony for relaxing. Inside the Lighthouse you will find a queen bed, tile shower and bathroom, galley kitchen, custom dining table for two, LCD TV (please bring your own streaming codes, there is no cable or area broadcast content). The bed is set at an angle and faces southeast to capture the views of the harbor in the morning through large windows. Many of our guests yearn for a connection with nature, the lake, the community, a reconnection with each other, and permission to come to a full stop for deep rest. There are transom windows around the perimeter of the apartment that let in light from all points on the compass but do not compromise privacy. Eye masks are provided for those that want to sleep in :-). Notice how the light changes as the day progresses. Observe the color differences around sunset or early in the morning as the Great Lake passes through its moods. The ceiling is very high and is vaulted and timberframed with unique 'Dragon Beams' from local timberframe artisans. Topping the lighthouse is an octagonal lighthouse cupola that lets light in all day and moonlight at night and contains a genuine ships lantern that you can switch on from the bed. And on top of the cuppola is a custom copper ball, in keeping with the lighthouses of the North Shore. The antique ship's light that occupies the cuppola can guide you as you walk home after a night of festivities in the town. There is an all cedar Finnish Sauna next door to the Lighthouse for your exclusive use for an additional fee. Usage comes with robes and additional towels and complete instructions. Simply state you would like to add the Sauna to the notes of your stay when you make your reservation and we will contact you with details and availability. If sauna availability is important to make your decision to stay with us then please message us before you make your reservation so we can see if it is available during your stay. Watch the fog roll in and out from your bed while you drink your morning coffee, and listen to the strains of local live music as the town celebrates the short summers at night. The gally kitchen is small but thoroughly modern with all the necessities. The Lighthouse is above the 'North Shore Fisherman's Cabin', a restored historic log home. The Lighthouse is known for its inspiring charm. There have been plays and musicals written here, a fair number of proposals, and a good number of honeymoons. Come share the fantastic energy that is The Lighthouse.

Lastly, we are implementing an incentive for you to choose trip insurance. We have discounted our rates on our direct website here by an additional 7% (the total savings between our direct site and say... AirBnB is now 14-21% only if you book on this direct site). We are doing this so that you may select trip insurance during your booking process. It will be offered to you while you are completing your booking and they charge 7%. We do not make any money on that. The cancellation policy we have had for 10 years is as follows:

You may cancel within 48 hours of your booking for any reason. After that you can cancel with a 10% penalty up until 60 days prior to your arrival. After that you may cancel but your deposit can not be refunded.

If you have trip insurance you can be reimbursed according to which policy you chose. And we are subsidizing it for you by having reduced our rental rates well below any other rates where our properties can be found. It's up to you, pocket the savings and run the risk of cancellation, or still get some savings and have the peace of mind of having some of your investment in your vacation protected in case of unforeseen events.

No broadcast or cable Chanels. Smart TV only. Bring your codes for subscriptions. The sauna is available for an additional fee. Please contact the host to verify availability of the sauna for booking during the time of your stay.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and a stovetop. There's a private balcony. A Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as a sauna.
Guests will find features like internet access, onsite parking, and a car charging station.

Property manager

Todd and Susan Miller

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna
  • Massages

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking on property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Chef

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 500 sq ft (46 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children
Note from host: 2 guests included, no additional guests allowed.

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
Note from host: No events allowed.
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
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Lighthouse. Affordable Unique Lodging Overlooking Harbor
Lighthouse. Affordable Unique Lodging Overlooking Harbor
The Lighthouse. Affordable Unique Lodging Overlooking the Harbor
The Lighthouse. Affordable Unique Lodging Overlooking the Harbor
The Lighthouse. Affordable Unique Lodging Overlooking the Harbor
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The Lighthouse. unique lodging overlooking the harbor. Sauna special! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kyle H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home Base
Location is walkable to everything! Lighthouse is tucked upstairs and feels cozy. Pairing the sauna elevated the experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

J-D H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and convenient
We stayed here while doing some hiking and climbing in the area. The Lighthouse was fun to stay in and a cozy place to relax at the end of the day. Also enjoyed that it was really easy to walk to nearby restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable!
Super cute and perfect for our 1st anniversary
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lighthouse Love
We just love everything about this place. Just enough room for the two of us, the harbor view is exceptional, and it’s an easy walk to downtown attractions. Thanks for hosting us yet again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara O., Minneapolis

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a great stay at the “Lighthouse” in Grand Marais.
We love that space, the view, it’s just perfect for two. we got wonderful support from the owners and had many great hikes and loved just being by Lake Superior.!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

katherine e.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway
We came up for a quick wknd getaway. Place was very clean and walking distance from many things. Loved the recommendations for hiking which we took advantage of. Just enough space for me and my husband. Would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Lighthouse
Our stay at the Lighthouse was a wonderful unique experience. It had everything we needed including a full sized coffee pot! It was very clean and the bed was comfortable. Located close enough to walk to most places, but still peaceful. The hosts were also great. Hope to return soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garret L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great view great loction to downtown.
Property was well laid out, perfect for 2 people. Love the views and the loction to all the downtown activities.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noah G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Great place to stay, lots of windows so room doesn’t feel small, had everything we needed!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for Couples
Location is perfect. Kitchen has all the supplies that you need. Bed was comfortable. Furniture nice. Good view of the harbor. Well maintained property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karin R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy, Inspiring, Rejuvinating
I was perfectly comfortable during my 4 night stay at the lighthouse in July. They really thought of everything I needed. I was not in lack of anything. I made all my own food and the kitchenette had everything I needed to feel at home. The bed and pillows were comfortable. I slept very well. I was pleasantly surprised how quiet it was - not like staying at a hotel where there's always some noise. There was light music on Friday wafting through the window from a restaurant down the road, but it was faint and pleasant. The morning light forced me to get up and enjoy the lake when it was calm. I'm so glad. The most inspiring time around the lake on the weekends is in the morning before the tourists are strolling back and forth. Just absolutely gorgeous. I got my steps in before I spent all day at the Folk School (a 3 minute walk from the lighthouse).
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

DANA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved how easy everything was. The Lighthouse exceeded my expectations. It had everything I needed, plus extra touches that were very thoughtful. Lots of local information available. The unit was spotless, and everything like brand new, telling me it is well taken care of. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding experience
This was a great location and a wonderful experience. The property is small but cozy, just as the owners describe it. One thing to note is that the Lighthouse is a bright space with many windows. The sun rises early in Grand Marais in the summer, and we had not planned for an early sunrise in our eyes in the morning. So, plan to take an eye mask if you want to sleep a little later in the morning. That being said, the light is beautiful and wonderful, and the space is so well located. We will surely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Details are important!
We had a wonderful stay at the Lighthouse. Todd and Susan clearly have got it down as hosts! There is lots of attention to detail, which all come together for a really enjoyable experience. The Lighthouse was perfect for my husband and I on our 15th anniversary. Other than driving to some nearby attractions, We could walk anywhere we wanted to. If you are into hiking, Todd and Susan have great tips and secrets to share with you to explore. We would highly recommend this stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful getaway
The property was just as described. It was well stocked with everything we needed. We walked everywhere; the location was perfect. We did not need to contact the host for anything, check in and out was very easy. We loved the videos with the hiking suggestions too!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location. Everything is walking distance. Lovely setting. Communication with hosts was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint and quirky room. Great view of the Harbor. Really appreciated the folder with recommendations for hikes, picnic spots etc
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erwin, Rogers

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a quiet and peaceful stay in a unique property. The property was very clean, and had everything we needed. The bed and pillows were very comfortable. We enjoyed our stay at The Lighthouse.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexx B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic little place
Partner and i will definitely look into staying here again in the summer
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elly G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Grand Marais stay
The property is perfect for one. It is clean and quiet with a beautiful view
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kellie R., Roseau

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
I loved our stay at the Light House! It had all we needed for a long weekend get away. Owners were easy to communicate with and property was clean and quiet. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zach P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Superb Stay!
My wife and I came in for 4 nights for our anniversary. The place was just as advertised and in a superb location. Easy walk anywhere in town. Would definitely recommend for a couple as it is the perfect spot. 10/10.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

pam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lighthouse concept is very cute. The owners gave a lot of great details (written and videos) of what to do around GM. I have been there many times and didn't know about some of them.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara R., Minneapolis, Minnesota U.S.A.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Lighthouse
The view of the Grand Marais harbor from The Lighthouse is awe-inspiring from dawn to dusk, particularly when the Lake Superior waves are crashing against the rocky shoreline. The windowed wooden cupula provides a wonderful sense of spatial orientation throughout the streamlined natural wood interior and it was a pleasure to return to the cabin each night after a full day of exploring the many bays and beaches along Lake Superior's north shore.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison K.

Liked: Cleanliness
annual get away to GM
Very cute and clean studio in a little compound close to town. This is our second time at the Lighthouse and enjoyed the views, close location to downtown, and the outstanding communication by owners. We have been taking an annual trip to GM for the last 15 years and have stayed at numerous places around town but like this little compound so much, have rebooked in one of the other cabins for next year! Thanks so much for a very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023