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Croftville Road Cottages #1. On the Shore of Lake Superior. Cozy and Romantic.

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue
  • Lake view

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Grand Marais, MN
  • Place, Devil Track River
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand Marais Art Colony
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Lutsen Mountains
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

Croftville Road facing Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Lake facing bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Croftville Road Cottages #1. On the Shore of Lake Superior. Cozy and Romantic.

Located 80 feet from Lake Superior’s beach, Cottage #1 provides the gentle sound of breaking waves hitting the shore. There is a spectacular open view of Superior on the right with a large spruce tree on the left. Only walking paths, natural vegetation, and rocks separate you from the water. A stairway provides easy access to the 540ft of rocky beach. In front of Cottage #1 is a fire circle with comfortable seating and a charcoal grill. The front bedroom features a queen bed, a romantic gas stove, and a lakeside patio door. The living room has a decorative gas stove and a picture window looking out upon the lake. It is furnished with a plush futon, 2 wingback chairs, a smart TV with access to the internet (no broadcast TV), a DVD player, and a dinette set. The rear of the cottage has a fully equipped kitchen, a bathroom with a shower, and a bedroom with a full-size bed. This four-season cottage is open all year, decorated with a nautical theme, and has wireless internet access. An artesian well provides excellent water for drinking. Cottage #1 sleeps up to 6 people (2 on the futon) with all linens provided.

Rates and Policies:
• Longer stays are better for us as hosts. Many hosts simply require 3 night minimum stays. However, we choose to accept 1 or 2 night short stays but charge more for short stays.
• There is a 20% discount for 7 or more night stays. This discounted rate is included in your original quote when you request a 7 or more night stay.
• We have a 2 night minimum stay on weekends and a 3 night minimum stay on holidays and special events.
• We have no cleaning fee. Our cleaning costs are figured into our nightly rates. We do charge for extra guests.
• We are required to collect 12.375% in state and local sales taxes. Vrbo collects and pays 8.375% of that total. The remaining 4% Vrbo collects for us and we pay to the county. All of these show up as lodging taxes on your quote/bill.
• As hosts, we pay a 5% commission to Vrbo. This has been included in our pricing and will not show up on your quote/bill.

Cottage #1 is one of 8 vacation rentals at Croftville Road Cottages. There are 3 cottages plus the inn with 5 vacation suites, an office, and owners quarters. Croftville Road Cottages is owned and operated by Teresa and Mike Chmelik who live on-site. The inviting and romantic cottages and suites are impeccably clean and meticulously maintained. Croftville Road Cottages offers an experience reminiscent of days past when small mom and pop resorts were found all along the North Shore. However, the cozy cottages and luxurious inn suites are among the finest vacation rentals along Lake Superior. Croftville Road Cottages is conveniently located just 3 miles from downtown Grand Marais on the lakeside of scenic Croftville Road known by locals as the "walking road".

Come relax by a fire. Hike along the beach. Enjoy the ever-changing sights and sounds of the lake. Please contact Teresa and Mike with any questions you might have. They look forward to your stay winter, spring, summer, or fall at Croftville Road Cottages.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Parking available
Lake view
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

Events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
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Automatic 20% discount for 7 or more night stays.

Important information

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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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Croftville

Located in Croftville, this cottage is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Superior and Devils Track Falls State Wayside, while Cook County History Museum and Sivertson Gallery are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Cook County Public Tennis Courts, or consider a night out at North House Folk School. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.
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Grand Marais, MN

What's nearby

  • Devil Track River - 15 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Grand Marais Art Colony - 6 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Cook County Court House - 6 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Lutsen Mountains - 41 min drive - 47.7 km
  • Eagle Mountain Trailhead - 58 min drive - 42.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Voyageur Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Up Yonder - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Birch Terrace Supper Club - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪My Sister's Place - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Java Moose Espresso Cafe - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Croftville Road Cottages #1. On the Shore of Lake Superior. Cozy and Romantic. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Croftville Road Cottages #1. On the Shore of Lake Superior. Cozy and Romantic.?

As of 9 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Croftville Road Cottages #1. On the Shore of Lake Superior. Cozy and Romantic. on 2 May 2026 start from NZ$461, 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 Croftville Road Cottages #1. On the Shore of Lake Superior. Cozy and Romantic.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Croftville Road Cottages #1. On the Shore of Lake Superior. Cozy and Romantic.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Croftville Road Cottages #1. On the Shore of Lake Superior. Cozy and Romantic.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Croftville Road Cottages #1. On the Shore of Lake Superior. Cozy and Romantic. located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is steps away from Superior National Forest and Lake Superior. Devil Track River and Devils Track Falls State Wayside are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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. 21 out of 21 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erik P.

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

Lovely spot on Lake Superior

Had a lovely stay as always! Beautiful views of the lake and comfy accommodations. Everything we hoped it would be!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiara B.

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

Super cute and romantic

Very clean and comfortable, really romantic and right by the lake. 10/10 will be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

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

Holiday get-together

This was a wonderful spot for our family, my husband and me and our daughters and their partners, to gather, celebrate the holidays, play games, take a hike or two, and have meals together. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blair L.

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

Girls weekend getaway

We stayed in this cabin for our girls weekend Friday- Sunday. We had a campfire both nights - all the wood for the fire, chairs, marshmallow sticks, etc were there for us to use which was so nice! We used the kitchen for a couple of our meals, and all dishes we needed were in there. Everything was very clean and well maintained! It is close to so many parks/waterfalls/trails etc. so that’s what we did all weekend was explore and relax and this cabin and the location of it were perfect for our little girls weekend getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi G.

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

Cozy and perfect

I stayed in Cabin #1 the first week of 2022, looking for a quiet retreat, time and space away from a hectic life in the city. The cabin is super simple but had everything I needed, including a fabulous view of the ever-changing lake. Special thanks to the owners and their son who helped get my car unstuck from a snowbank up the road! (I was staring at the waves and drifted off to the side, ha!) They went above and beyond. I'll definitely go back and have already recommended this to friends and family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Regina and Mark W.

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

Ideal North Shore stay

Our family of three enjoyed a week stay at this clean and comfortable property. The cottage has a beautiful view of Lake Superior, and a spacious floor plan with all the comforts of home. It is secluded yet close proximity to Grand Marais, hiking trails, and local breweries and winery. The outside area has ample seating with a fire pit, and is ideal for relaxing and star gazing.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian E.

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

Birthday getaway

The cottage was perfect! We absolutely loved the location and thoughtful amenities provided by the hosts. Our stay was such a pleasant experience and we’ll definitely visit again!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana S.

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

Nice little cabin on Lake Superior

Easy rental with a nice location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

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

Waterfalls

We had a wonderful stay - just one night. Very clean!
Stayed 1 night in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C.

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

Lovely Property

The cottage was clean. The views were great. The owners were friendly and thought of everything.... outdoor furniture, fire starters and wood, things to do in the cabin. We’ll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connie S.

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

Weekend getaway

My partner and I needed some time to ourselves and this was perfect. The cabin we rented was everything advertised and more.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

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

Great Off-Season Cottage

Charming cottage with the perfect, relaxing lakeside setting. The short drive to Grand Portage State Park was the highlight for me.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth J.

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

Cozy pit stop for hiking and skiing on the northshore

One of the easiest stays we’ve had. Perfect for what we were looking for!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bobby M.

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

Winter Getaway

It was a wonderful family getaway before Christmas. All the comforts of home plus a great view of Lake Superior from your living room and bedroom. Our family enjoyed a wonderful fire in the outside fire pit overlooking the lake and then a short drive to Lutsen to ski!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis S.

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

Wonderful stay at a beautiful property

The cottage was well laid out and equipped, the gas stoves were a nice touch, though the one in the bedroom was loud when it started up. The views from the main bedroom and the living room were awesome.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M.

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

Cabin on the Big Lake

Very nice and neat. Everything was clean and ready to go as our headquarters for the stay in Grand Marais. We would recommend this lodging for anyone staying in the area. Great accommodations. TSM
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

so close to the Lake..beautiful sunrises, cozyo cabin

would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michael a.

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

Great Vacation

Clean and comfy .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly l.

Wonderful hosts and excellent accommodation

It was the perfect place for a family trip up north.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jane S.

lovely cottage

We loved the cottage. It was perfect, of course the weather was nice. I loved laying in bed in the morning, having my tea and looking out of the patio door at the Lake. We definitely would stay there again and recommend it to others. Thank you so much. Mary Jane Sorenson
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth A.

Lovely cottage on Lake Superior

The cottage was quaint, clean and had awesome views of Lake Superior. It was a lovely place to relax and get away. It was an easy drive to the town of Grand Marais.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

About the host

Hosted by Teresa and Mike Chmelik

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Teresa and Mike Chmelik are the owners and operators of Croftville Road Cottages. They live in the owners quarters of their inn. In an era when most mom and pop resorts along Lake Superior are being closed, Teresa and Mike have built Croftville Road Cottages from a former resort property that had been unoccupied for 10 years. At the same time they have raised their children along Lake Superior in a small town setting and kept outside employment to support themselves while building their business. 2018 marks the first year that Croftville Road Cottages has finally fully supported them. They have done as much of the renovations, repairs, and construction as they can themselves. When that has not sufficed, Teresa and Mike have relied on the help of family, friends, and skilled local craftsmen.

Why they chose this property

Teresa and Mike long dreamed of having a resort on Lake Superior. Grand Marais had always been a special place for them. For Teresa, her parents had met as students at the Grand Marais Art Colony in the early 1950's. For Mike, Grand Marais had always been the gateway to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area. The Chmeliks with the help of their good friends purchased their dream property in July 2003. It was a former resort property unoccupied for 10 years. That summer and fall was spent making the house habitable while living in a borrowed camper trailer until Halloween. The next 3 years were used to clean up the property and extensively renovate the cottages. Croftville Road Cottages opened for business in 2007. In 2011 the Chmeliks decided to reconstruct the house into the main inn for the resort providing living quarters, an office, and 5 vacation suites. In June they bought a travel trailer to live in and serve as an office during the expansion. With a variance granted, the Chmeliks secured financing in June 2013 after the deconstruction and demolition of the old house had already begun. Construction for the inn began in August. The Chmeliks moved into the partially completed inn in October 2016. The first 2 vacation suites in the inn opened in June 2017 and remaining 3 in July 2018.

What makes this property unique

We offer an experience reminiscent of days past when small mom and pop resorts were found all along the North Shore. However, our cozy cottages and luxurious suites are among the finest vacation rentals along Lake Superior. The inviting and romantic cottages and suites are impeccably clean and meticulously maintained. Nestled on 540ft of rocky shoreline, we are conveniently located just 3 miles from downtown Grand Marais on the lakeside of scenic Croftville Road known as the "walking road".

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