-very quiet, comfy and large 3 bdm full suite-family & pet friendly
We renovated the former Queen Elizabeth School into apartments-this is the former science classroom-approximately 1150 s.f. with ceilings over 12 ft high-lots of big windows that open. The apartment allows complete self sufficiency-from forks to all furnishings-all appliances-bedding......51" curved Samsung TV-netflix-youtube-Prime-hey Google...... Laundry is coin-op but coins are provided so it's free. Except for last minute bookings we provide fresh Finn pancake batter-strawberries-whipped cream- all pans and cooking instructions for guests to make their own Finn pancake breakfast. Mix and cooking instructions by a former cook at The Hoito- probably the most famous Finnish restaurant in Northern Ontario. Please send a message with your booking as to who all is staying-generally- and the purpose of your stay.Thank you Pet friendly-15/nite pet fee
Property manager
Taina and Mike
Premier Host
Languages
English, Finnish
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Amenities
Breakfast included
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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Please don't come here just to party-it won't work
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
No snakes-or reptiles please
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
-ashtrays and tables beside bike shed and garbage
1/message req'd with booking-as to who all is staying and reason for your stay
2/Respectably quiet always
3/ No parties/events
4/ No smoking in bldg
a/ please do not allow pets on furniture/beds
b/ if ANYTHING changes during your stay-e.g. added guests-pets... you must inform us via this site
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
Note from host: Please don't come here just to party-it won't work
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
About the area
Thunder Bay
Thunder Bay is home to this apartment. Thunder Bay Community Auditorium and Thunder Bay Military Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Prince Arthur's Landing and SilverCity Thunder Bay Cinemas. Travelling with kids? Consider Northwestern Ontario Sports Hall Of Fame and Centennial Botanical Conservatory.
Thunder Bay, ON
What's nearby
Port Arthur Stadium - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Thunder Bay Community Auditorium - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Lakehead University - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Intercity Shopping Centre - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
Getting around
Thunder Bay, ON (YQT-Thunder Bay Intl.) - 12 min drive
Restaurants
Tim Hortons - 3 min walk
Kangas Sauna Ltd - 5 min walk
Boston Pizza - 7 min walk
A&W Restaurant - 9 min walk
Merla-Mae Ice Cream - 4 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is -very quiet, comfy and large 3 bdm full suite-family & pet friendly pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).
What time is check-in at -very quiet, comfy and large 3 bdm full suite-family & pet friendly?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at -very quiet, comfy and large 3 bdm full suite-family & pet friendly?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is -very quiet, comfy and large 3 bdm full suite-family & pet friendly located?
This family-friendly Thunder Bay apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Superior, Hillcrest Park and Port Arthur Stadium. Prince Arthur's Landing and Thunder Bay Community Auditorium are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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We spent 3 nights enjoying Thunder Bay. The apartment had everything we need and was clean and comfortable. We really appreciated all the thoughtful extras.
Property is lovely and clean with everything you need for a short or long stay. Pancakes in the fridge was a definite hit. Only issue was it was abit stuffy. Could use table fans in each room
Clean & well maintained. Lovely tall windows providing lots of natural light, Comfortable living room. A/C only in the living room but fans provided in each bedroom. Beds were very comfortable & extra pillows were provided. Hand held shower head was mounted too high for a petit person like me to reach, however a hand held is preferable to a fixed shower head. Kitchen was well stocked with condiments, spices & supplies. We enjoyed our stay.
Lots of space, Clean Apartment, Just what was needed
Nice apartment, with lots of space.I was travelling with 3 young adult daughters, therefore needed some space between each of us. This apartment worked out well. The bunk bed is two doubles/queens. Not sure, but we were surprised at how big the bunk beds were at both levels. I worked online from the apartment while there, and the internet worked well without issues.
Was a great place to stay for the weekend with two teens and a dog. Beds were super comfy, Finnish pancakes were delicious. Hosts were very quick to respond when I asked a question.
Michelle W.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Gina
4 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean. A lot of amenities, more than you would expect. The hosts intentionally made it to be very inclusive and did not scrimp on the details. Originally we were to stay from May 4 to May 10 but needed to extend our stay to May 17 due to the contractors not having the work done, luckily the hosts were able to accomodate.Upon walking through the door, we knew we found a true gem in the heart of Thunder Bay.We have already recommended this property to several people. Thank you Taina and Mike!!
So grateful to Mike and Taina for providing our group with an amazing home away from home! Absolutely everything and more was provided. The suite is quiet and the area is perfect for us as our dog trial was 5 minutes away. We have stayed at Mike and Taina’s 4 times now and each time the accommodation could not be beat. So grateful that they were able to let us stay an extra night due to a snowstorm. We definitely will be back. Thanks so much!
Reta D.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jeffrey
31 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a very nice place to stay, the owners were helpful and the apartment was very nice
We really enjoyed staying in the VRBO rental in Thunder Bay. The aoartment was well laid out and the furniture very comfortable. We really enjoyed theFinnish pancakes with berries and whio cream. Taina and Mike were great hosts. Thank you so much for the ease in accessing your site . The tv channels and the alexa pod were bonus features. When we are in Thunder Baynext time, we will check to see if we can rent your VRBO apartment again.
This was our third time staying at one of Mike and Tania’s property. Another wonderful stay! Beautiful suite. Green space available for our dogs and all the amenities we could ever want. Mike and Taina truly aim to please and they definitely do!!!
Absolutely wonderful stay. Place was clean and comfortable. Hosts were a delight to deal with. Loved the Finnish pancakes provided for us. Highly recommend this property!
We have stayed in quite a few vacation rentals over the years...and this may be the single nicest place we've ever stayed. Just a beautiful apartment, absolutely spotless with every amenity we could think of. We were there during a summer heat wave, but the air conditioner in the living room did a good job of keeping things comfortable. We also enjoyed the Finnish pancakes!
We loved our stay at this property. It was clean, extremely well stocked, and a convenient location to get around town. We loved that it was on a renovated school with fun details like the old style floors in some spaces. Loved the Finnish pancakes, strawberries and cream that were left for us to enjoy our first morning. Definitely recommend this spot and these owners.
If you are looking for a great place to stay In Thunder Bay book here. Central located, lots of room, kitchen fully stocked to cook family meals. This place had everything… and I mean everything you could think you might need.
My family loves our stay here! Thank you for a great vacation holiday weekend. Loves the small touches in the property - especially the delicious pancake mix! Thanks again!
This place has everything you would ever want and things you never thought you needed but happy to have available. We were able to host Christmas 🎄 the place was beautifully decorated for the holidays.
Charlene S.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023
About the host
Hosted by Taina and Mike
Both of us were born and lived our lives -to date-in/around Thunder Bay. Mike was a commercial realtor for 30 years and owned several small businesses. Taina started out working in Finnish restaurants-became a licensed electrician and is now retired.
Why they chose this property
As an investment -a challenge-and to save a solid old historical building from demolition.
What makes this property unique
you don't really need a car when you live/stay here. Located in a very good residential area you can still walk to everything you'd ever need-groceries 2 blocks; Shoppers Pharmacy-1 block;Royal Bank 1 block;Tim Hortons 1 block;4 restaurants and bars within 4 blocks;Communtiy Auditorium-5 blocks; Merla Mae-best ice cream in T Bay-1 block; 24 hr c-store2 blocks; sauna-chiro-dentist-all within 2 blocks.......
Languages:
English, Finnish
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests