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Roomy two bedroom cottage in Grand Marais, Michigan, on the Lake Superior shore.

Holiday home with kitchen, 3-minute walk to Lake Superior

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, Pickle Barrel House Museum
  • Place, Sable Falls
  • Place, Light Keepers House Museum

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Roomy two bedroom cottage in Grand Marais, Michigan, on the Lake Superior shore.



The cottage sits on a corner lot that is lined by a white picket fence. Includes both a grill and fire pit, bikes and kayaks and has everything needed for a relaxing stay.

Has A/C, wifi internet, Roku streaming TV, Amazon Echo (Alexa) and blue tooth audio.

An outdoor gas grill, and fire pit on a large lot provides everything needed for outdoor dining and relaxation plus the convenience of restaurants, stores and several beaches that are a five minute walk away!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Please wash and rack the dishes.
Please start a load of towels in the wash machine.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Grand Marais

Grand Marais is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Superior and Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Grand Marais, MI

What's nearby

  • Pickle Barrel House Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sable Falls - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Light Keepers House Museum - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore - 6 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Log Slide Scenic Overlook - 13 min drive - 15.4 km

Getting around

  • Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.) - 118 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grand Marais Tavern - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Breakwall - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Dunes Saloon Lake Superior Brewing Company - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Dream Bean Machine - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪West Bay Diner & Delicatessen - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Roomy two bedroom cottage in Grand Marais, Michigan, on the Lake Superior shore. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Roomy two bedroom cottage in Grand Marais, Michigan, on the Lake Superior shore.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Roomy two bedroom cottage in Grand Marais, Michigan, on the Lake Superior shore.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Roomy two bedroom cottage in Grand Marais, Michigan, on the Lake Superior shore. located?

Situated in Grand Marais, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Lake Superior and Pickle Barrel House Museum. Light Keepers House Museum and Sable Falls are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 70 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nancy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great space, loved the floor in the living area. Would stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome property with all the amenities of home!! Highly recommend & look forward to staying here again on our next visit to Grand Marais.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My wife and I really enjoyed our stay! Randy was an excellent host and was very helpful helping us figure out some fun stuff to do! We will most definitely be staying again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our stay

Nice property
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage was great! By far the best cottage we have stayed at in Grand Marais. Our family was so comfortable here. The yard and firepit is perfect for roasting smores, stargazing, and as my girls say ...chillin out. The bicycles were the biggest hit. We rode to town multiple times. My parents have a bench dedicated to them in the campground. So pleased that we could walk over anytime from the cottage and just sit there and watch Lake Superior. We will definitely be back for another visit.
From my parents memorial bench Aurora just started
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

emile s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

This is a perfect location and a great owner. We would definitely recommend this property to anyone and plan on staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Grand Marais Getaway

The property was very charming (and quiet!), perfect for our group of 4 friends. It’s located close to many amazing natural attractions and beautiful beaches. The bikes and kayaks on site gave us plenty to do. We hope to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leischen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

This is the 3rd time my sister and I have stayed at Vacation Paradise. We come to Grand Marais annually to hunt for rocks. We love that the house is within walking distance to all the restaurants in town. Vacation Paradise is so comfortable and decorated nicely with a beach theme.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

rose H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very cute!

Easy to book and pay. Contactless check in. The place was super cute! We would love to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mermaid Cottage

It was a pleasant stay. Nice to walk around. Beautiful area. Side by sides were annoying. Very clean and well supplied with everything you need.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it!

Exactly what we were looking for! Walking distance to restaurants, shops and lake. Plenty of hiking and fall colors. Lovely home!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

sue H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Better than expected

The property was very clean, updated and better than advertised which was a wonderful surprise. We enjoyed the stocked fire pit!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Vacation Week

We had a wonderful stay at the Mermaid Cottage in Grand Marais! The cottage was very comfortable with all the amenities we needed! Very clean and everything was just like it is listed. The hosts went above and beyond to make sure we enjoyed our stay. The location is absolutely perfect for walking to the beach, to get coffee at the Dream Machine, and pizza at the GM Tavern. We loved it so much we have already booked next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Deborah p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

U. P De;ight

This property was great. Charming little house with bold colors and beach type theme. Great locations for going to a lot of area attraction such as Lake Superior, Pictured Rocks and Tahquamenon. We had a great time, especially on the beach at sunset. The only reason for 4 stars is the queen mattress really needs replacing
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Drew

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very good place to stay. It was perfectly located to serve as a jump point for whatever you may want to do in the area. We liked having the beach within a 2 minute drive as well as most of the local restaurants. The place was roomy for a family of 3. I'd recommend staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johanna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall, this cottage is very charming and we enjoyed our stay very much. It is an older house, so expect some quirkiness like sloping floors, but also expect character and charm. Location is great for walking to town, coffee, restaurants and the beach, of course. Great jumping off point to explore Pictured Rocks. We enjoyed many of the cottage's thoughtful and useful amenities such as the bikes, dvd movies, and the kayak! We also appreciated the cleanliness of the cottage, the comfy beds, and the plentiful towels (including beach towels)! This was our first VRBO experience and everything went very smoothly for us before, during, and after the rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Annual Grand Marais spring trip

Such a comfortable and well appointed property. So clean too I actually could walk barefoot!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sister Vacation

My sister and I like to go to the UP every year to enjoy some cold weather. The house was just as described. Charming, cozy and comfortable. Beds were great and we liked having the two couches to lounge. Communication with host was excellent. So close to the lake. We loved it. Unfortunately, we had to cut our stay short due to incoming ice storm. Host was gracious enough to refund a couple days even though he was not obligated to. Thanks so much for sharing your home. Definitely will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Hill Sisters

My sister and I truly enjoyed our stay in Grand Marais for the UP 200 dog sled race. We have been attending the race for years but this year was the absolute best at the Mermaid House. Great sister memories were made. Lots of snow, perfect UP winter!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

LYNDA D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Was very nice

Was very nice home we had a great time in the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

We enjoyed this lovely home close to downtown and Lake Superior. You can hear the waves! Host was great with communication. Very clean, very comfortable. We’ll definitely return!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Week in Grand Marais

The Mermaid Cottage in Grand Marais was the perfect place for a relaxing getaway in Grand Marais. The cottage is clean and comfortable with all the amenities needed. The hosts are very accommodating and friendly. Wonderful location for walking to the beach and restaurants. This was our 2nd stay and look forward to coming back.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashlee T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Mermaid Cottage

This was our first time using VRBO and it was a wonderful experience! The Mermaid Cottage is such a gem and in a great location to town/beach, will definitely be coming back! We had such a great time :)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful!

We loved the spacious yard where we could eat our meals al fresco and while away the afternoons reading in the sun when we weren't taking short walks to the beach or getting ice cream a few blocks away. The Mermaid house is well situated and well appointed for a week in the upper peninsula's best village.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Place!

We loved our stay in Grand Marais. The house was perfect for our family of four, we loved the town and how easy it was to walk to dinner or the beach. Great place to relax and enjoy the UP!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by The Becker Kids

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Our large family is native to Grand Marais. We all enjoyed growing up by the big lake.

Why they chose this property

The location is just 2 short blocks to the beach or the downtown area. Grand Marais is on the Eastern edge of the sand dunes of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore with all varieties of water and hiking activities just minutes away.

What makes this property unique

The large backyard has seating around a fire pit, outdoor table and chairs and gas grill. A short (approximate 900 ft) walk gets you to the bay or Lake Superior. It is also a short walk to all of the downtown shops.

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