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Great Escape - Unplug in newly renovated cottage on Lake Superior beach

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Beach
Beach
Room
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry room
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Grand Marais, MI
  • Place, Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Light Keepers House Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Pickle Barrel House Museum
    ‪18 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Great Escape - Unplug in newly renovated cottage on Lake Superior beach

Tired of computers, e-mail, 24 hour news and over-scheduling? Ready to un-plug? We invite you to unwind at the Great Escape in Grand Marias, Michigan. This nicely renovated cottage, located on beautiful Lake Superior, will provide the ultimate retreat from your busy life. It is an ideal vacation spot for families with children or couples who enjoy peace and quiet and exploring the great outdoors.

With over 100 feet of private frontage, the white sandy beach with views of Pictured Rocks' Grand Sable Dunes is one of the cottage's greatest features. The cottage is situated on a deep lot on Coast Guard Point, but the approximate 125 yard walk to the beach on the dune path is well worth it! Whether you enjoy curling up with a good book, building elaborate sand castles, combing the beach for agates, flying kites, fishing off the break wall, swimming in crystal clear fresh water, paddle boarding or just soaking up the sun, this quiet, secluded beach offers it all.

What could be better than ending your day making s'mores by a campfire on the beach, while watching an incredible sunset? Perhaps being the first one up and enjoying your coffee on the beach, pondering the wonders of life! We have no doubt you will leave Grand Marais refreshed, energized and ready to tackle what lies ahead, until your next Great Escape.

Accommodations include 2 bedrooms, large sleeping loft with 2 twin beds and 1 bathroom; full kitchen with 20 inch electric range and full sized refrigerator and large farm table that easily seats eight; living and family room with rustic wooden furniture, Tivoli radio with iPOD nano connection. Cottage has tongue and groove pine paneling with a cathedral ceiling in the main living area. There is a large front deck with 4 Adirondack chairs. Driveway allows parking for several vehicles. External electrical outlet is available for an RV.

Seasonal property available May 1 thru November 1 only.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

Pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Grand Marais

Located in Grand Marais, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Superior and Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking nearby.
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Grand Marais, MI

What's nearby

  • Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • beach near Burt Township Marina - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • beach near Edward Street Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Light Keepers House Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pickle Barrel House Museum - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.) - 119 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Dunes Saloon Lake Superior Brewing Company - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Grand Marais Tavern - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Breakwall - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Dream Bean Machine - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪West Bay Diner & Delicatessen - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Great Escape - Unplug in newly renovated cottage on Lake Superior beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Great Escape - Unplug in newly renovated cottage on Lake Superior beach?

As of 7 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Escape - Unplug in newly renovated cottage on Lake Superior beach on 8 July 2026 start from NZ$488, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Great Escape - Unplug in newly renovated cottage on Lake Superior beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Great Escape - Unplug in newly renovated cottage on Lake Superior beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great Escape - Unplug in newly renovated cottage on Lake Superior beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Great Escape - Unplug in newly renovated cottage on Lake Superior beach located?

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

M K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway for our family. Cozy cottage packed with books and games to enjoy after taking in the local sights!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randall F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was very nice. The cottage is cute and comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay and hope to come back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle D.

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

Nice little quiet place

Loved our stay here
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

matt c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time at this cozy beachside cabin. It was the perfect quiet spot for a relaxing getaway, and being right on the water made it extra special. We enjoyed playing in the waves and searching for interesting rocks along the shore—finding some yooperlites was a real highlight! If you’re looking for a peaceful place to unwind by the beach, this cabin is a great choice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great get away to rewind and relax. Wife worked on a puzzle while I polished rocks. Cell service was OK for us. Little ways to walk to beach, so plan your trip. Just a great location.
Letting the rocks come to me.
Some rocks we polished that we got off the beach.
Just people might look lost, but are just looking for rocks.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aimee B.

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

Perfect getaway

Great location, the beach was beautiful, and the cottage couldn't have been more perfect! We enjoyed 2 warm spring days exploring the area and will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danny W.

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

Grand Marais cottage

We had a chilly, rainy 2 days in Grand Marais, but the cottage was great. Comfortable, warm, clean. It had everything we needed and the location perfect - as close to Lake Superior as you want to be! We enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessamyn C.

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

Beautiful

We enjoyed The Great Escape and can't wait to return sometime. The cabin, the location... was perfect. My only suggestion is that the second bedroom mattress should be replaced.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
WOW!Outside is a beautiful sandy walk to the gorgeous shore of Lake Superior. Perfect for Kite flying, wonderfully brisk swims, rock hunting, the view is amazing!!! Fire pit halfway to Superior in a perfect little depression between the dunes. We ran out of Marshmallows and had to restock!!Inside are wonderful clean beds, great little bathroom with a super cool rock floor shower. Perfect kitchen for small or larger meals. We fed five adults around a wonderful table with perfect bench seating. Loved all the books and the decor in the Great Escape! We are ready to book again for next year. Thank you SO MUCH for opening your home to us for a week!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

doug l.

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

Birthday weekend

Nice house, lots of games and books to use. The house is about 150 yards from the water. Also, I didn't notice on the listing, but there is no TV. Cell service is spotty at times. Overall, great weekend to disconnect and reconnect.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

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

Great getaway

Overall we loved our stay at the cabin. Having 6 people in the cabin made the single bathroom tough at times, but we made it work. I wish the water was a little closer as my mother has a hard time walking and couldn’t use the path to the beach, but t was beautiful. The children loved the loft and the kitchen was put to use to make breakfast every morning. Getting re-used to no TV and wi-fi was interesting at times, but we made it work and enjoyed spending time with each other like we did back before we had wi-fi and a TV everywhere. Minor issue was at night what appeared to be 100+ gnats on the bathroom ceiling (May have been due to having bathroom window opened slightly to allow steam from showers out, and the bathroom floor got wet twice which appeared to be from moisture coming from under the sink. Those may want to be looked into, but besides that we would highly recommend for anyone who wants to “unplug” and enjoy all Grand Marais has to offer! :)
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

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

Beautiful & Relaxing

Perfect place for unplugging from unnecessary distractions! It was peaceful and relaxing. Loved the Grand Marais Outfitters shop just on the edge of town too!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelby T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mariana B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hendri K.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by LESLIE A DAVIS

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Hi! My name is Leslie. Welcome "home" to your vacation spot in Grand Marais, Michigan! I love that my job allows me to help folks relax and rejuvenate in beautiful Grand Marais, my childhood vacation spot (and now home!). I’m fortunate to have built strong relationships both with the homeowners who rent out their houses as well as the families that return year after year for their vacation. If you are looking for an Upper Peninsula getaway, I hope you’ll join us!

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