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

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A wooden deck with a view of a snowy landscape and buildings.
A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, two windows, a desk, and a mirror.
A wooden cabin interior with a round table and chairs, large windows, and a radio.
A small wooden cabin with a balcony, a chimney, and a satellite dish.
A wooden cabin interior with a round table and chairs, large windows, and a wooden ceiling.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Your own private chef
    One of the few properties offering private chef services.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Lake Superior

Popular amenities

  • Massages in spa
  • Balcony
  • Kitchenette
  • Air-conditioning
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Garage parking available

Explore the area

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Grand Marais, MN
  • Place, Grand Marais Art Colony
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cook County Court House
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Sivertson Gallery
    ‪5 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Studio bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchenette
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Grand Marais

Grand Marais is home to this apartment. Grand Marais Golf 'n' Stuff and Pincushion Mountain are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Superior and Cascade River State Park.
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Grand Marais, MN

What's nearby

  • North House Folk School - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Grand Marais Art Colony - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Visit Cook County Visitor Information Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cook County Court House - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sivertson Gallery - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Up Yonder - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Fisherman’s Daughter - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Java Moose Espresso Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gun Flint Tavern - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Lighthouse. unique lodging overlooking the harbor. Sauna special! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Lighthouse. unique lodging overlooking the harbor. Sauna special!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Lighthouse. unique lodging overlooking the harbor. Sauna special!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Lighthouse. unique lodging overlooking the harbor. Sauna special!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Lighthouse. unique lodging overlooking the harbor. Sauna special! located?

Situated in Grand Marais, this apartment building is steps away from Lake Superior, Superior National Forest and North House Folk School. Grand Marais Art Colony and Cook County Court House are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 202 out of 209 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 209 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 209 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 209 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 209 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

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay; location, amenities, design of entire property.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 August 2026
Thank you for your kind review. Please come and see us again when you can. And as a returning customer be sure to check out our direct website (address withheld by this platform) You can search for that site on the web and it can handle bookings and payments. Thanks again, and we look forward to seeing you next time! Todd and Susan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is such a cute and unique place to stay. It’s a very short walk to downtown so location is incredible! Cozy space and loved watching the sunrise and set from this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 October 2026
Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay, for a long weekend in Grand Marais. The location is perfect for walking to everything in town, and to the harbor, and the view from the deck is great. Would stay here again, and maybe try a few of the other places they rent, they are really nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 September 2026
Thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cozy property. We will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2026
Thank you for your kind review. Please come and see us again when you can. Check out our personal website (address withheld by this platform) for the best communication tools. Thanks again, and we look forward to seeing you next time! Todd and Susan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My wife and I loved our stay at the Lighthouse. The location is perfect for getting anywhere in town on foot. We also used the sauna for one day and it was wonderful once it got hot. Accommodations in the lighthouse are typical of a studio apartment and really everything you'll likely need if only staying for a few days. The grounds of the property are really well maintained and architecturally interesting. Communication with owners was simple. I would definitely recommend the lighthouse or any of their other properties to any friends who are travelling to Grand Marais. Just a great trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2026
Thank you! Great comments. Be sure to consider working directly with us in the future for the best possible experience. Cheers! Todd and Susan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My partner and I had a great stay at the Lighthouse for a long birthday weekend celebration. We absolutely loved how cozy and light-filled the place was as well as the convenience to the center of town. Totally walkable to everything you could need. We also appreciated the covered parking and how communicative the hosts were beforehand. The guidebook in the place was also super helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a cute place to stay. Very clean. Great view of lake and town. Easy walk to everything. Great location. We enjoyed the sauna. Hosts are great!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very beautiful retreat to rest and relax and take in sunrises and enjoy being walking distance away from everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love the lighthouse!

Great place to stay very close to everything Grand Marais has to offer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Will stay again!

A+ Will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderfully functional space, with a sweet little kitchen, a gorgeous view of the lake, and within walking distance of town. The "lighthouse" roof is beautifully lit when you are inside at night. A great option for 2 people!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 January 2026
Hey you! Thank you! Thank you for your kind review. Please come and see us again when you can. And as a returning customer be sure to check out our direct website (address withheld by this platform) for the lowest possible price and best communication tools. You will save 10-15%. You can search for that site on the web and it can handle bookings and payments. Thanks again, and we look forward to seeing you next time! Todd and Susan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic little place

Partner and i will definitely look into staying here again in the summer
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great stay!

This cozy home was clean, charming and close to downtown with a great view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2020
Thank You! We hope you will stay with us again soon. Todd and Susan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Worked on checking some hikes off our list on the Gunflint trail. Absolutely beautiful! The Lighthouse location is an easy walk to town to enjoy a drink or food.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 October 2025
Thank you for your kind review. Please come and see us again when you can. And as a returning customer be sure to check out our direct website (address withheld by this platform) Thanks again, and we look forward to seeing you next time! Todd and Susan Grand Marais Vacation Rentals.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming!

We loved staying at the light house. So close to town and the character of the building was a highlight!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Anniversary getaway weekend

Perfect spot for a nice quiet weekend
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy winter getaway, sauna everyday!

We enjoyed our February stay, and we're very happy to have the sauna option.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 March 2021
Thank you for staying with us Kathryn. if you choose to return please try booking direct to save. You can find us online: grand marais vacation rentals (all one word with the usual beginning and ending for an address). We are so glad you enjoyed your stay, you are welcome back anytime! Susan and Todd
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very cozy space with everything we needed and nothing we didn't. Will definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet get away

Wonderful and relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Response from VrboOwner on 13 October 2024
Thank you Barbara. Please come and see us again when you can. And as a returning customer be sure to check out our direct website (Grand Marais Vacation rentals) for the lowest possible price and best communication tools. You will save 10-15%. You can search for that site on the web and it can handle bookings and payments. Thanks again, and we look forward to seeing you next time! Todd and Susan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful place to stay!

Just big enough for two people!! It was a cool little place, and we had just enough space for when we were there. It had everything that we needed, and we would definitely stay again. Can’t beat the location if you are looking for walking distance to all of the places to visit in Grand Marais. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2023
Thank you Lori! Please come and see us again when you can. As a returning customer next time be sure to check out our direct website. You will save 10-15%. You can search for that site on the web and it can handle bookings and payments. Thanks again, and we look forward to seeing you next time! Todd and Susan, Grand Marais vacation rentals.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great experience

Small but efficient space. First time in Grand Marais. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2025
Thank you for your kind review. Please come and see us again when you can. And as a returning customer be sure to check out our direct platform. Thanks again, and we look forward to seeing you next time! Todd and Susan
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