Known as “the Land of 10,000 Lakes”, Minnesota is blessed with amazing natural sites. While there, you can go and explore natural attractions such as Lake Superior or Superior National Forest. Enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, or even going for an aeroplane ride. Then, you can experience some of Minnesota’s culture by visiting some cultural attractions such as Minneapolis Institute of Art. Grand Marais is a harbour city in Minneapolis that is known as America’s Coolest Small Town. Sitting in Cook County, it is a vibrant town that draws creatives and adventure junkies. Under the right conditions, you can even witness the Northern Lights here! If this sounds like your cup of tea, learn more about the impressive accommodations for your holiday by checking out the top Vrbo vacation rentals in Grand Marais, Minnesota.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 09, 2024.
1. Homey retreat with views of Lake Superior (from USD 275)
Make this two-bedroom house your refuge in your Grand Marais activities. The homey rental can accommodate up to four guests with its queen-size beds appointed in the bedrooms. You can expect a tranquil night as no immediate neighbors are surrounding the property. Should you wish to whip up your own meals during your stay, you’ll find the kitchen easy to navigate and use for daily cooking.
What would surely convince you to book the unit is its stunning views of Lake Superior. Whether you’re lounging in the living space or on the front deck, the property is a good vantage point for sunset viewing or simply admiring the scenic landscape. Private off-road parking is available in the summer and on-street in the winter.
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we loved the kitchen living room and the view the mostvery warm inside and the heated floors in the living room were a bonusCleanliness:
this spot was fantastic very clean and a great locationthis was a great property not only was everything clean and easy the location is fantasticHost:
very helpful and friendly hostexceptional hosts and a comfortable place to stayowner was terrific and quickly responded to our request for lampsRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was fantastic alsowalk anywhere in "downtown" grand maraisthis place was amazing great location and viewawesome view of the lighthouse and walking distance to downtownnice home in a great location
2. Quaint hideaway with a garden (from USD 209)
The vibrant exterior of Mökki Cottage is a vivid representation of the kind of stay that you’ll experience—candid and relaxing. The great curb appeal and warm interior finish of the house add to its calming ambiance. Chill out in the open concept living room with a fireplace during winter or on the lovely front porch in the summer. The galley-type kitchen with a bar stool is a haven for all the skillful cooks as it is complete with the essentials for cooking.
Since Grand Marais is a great destination for all seasons, you’ll enjoy exploring the town from the property. The restaurants, cafes, and beach are just a short walk from the quaint cabin. A snug double-size bed awaits in the bedroom after a tiring day of strolling.
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everything was clean and comfortableRead more reviewsLocation:
the location made for perfect apres ski with pubs and restaurants within walking distancecabin is easy walking distance to the lake business's and eaterysit’s nice to be right in town but it was still quiet and peacefulthe space is lovely the location can’t be beat and we can’t wait to come backclean quiet and comfortable cottage very close to all downtown locations
3. Stylish accommodation with ocean views (from USD 373)
While staying in this Vrbo vacation rental in Grand Marais, you will experience what it is like to stay in a home that has been featured in many magazines. This is a two-bedroom home and each bedroom occupies one floor and has an exterior balcony or patio. Rooms are separated by soundproofed floors for your privacy. This home’s design is Scandinavian and Nordic, with wood as the main material. The living room is very modern and its large windows offer a great view. The kitchen is fully equipped and the dining area offers great ocean views. The top floor of the home offers the best views in the entire house.
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a fun modern architect-designed vacation home with stunningly framed views from the 3rd-floor kitchen/dining/living areawe weren't aware that only our own tv subscriptions would be available as an entertainment sourcenicely designed kitchen area with just the right amount of prep and cooking spaceCleanliness:
it was very clean and had just about everything we neededthe property was neat and cleanwe were impressed with the overall cleanliness throughout and the quality of the home furnishingsHost:
for all other things i feel the owners explained expectations very welli think it would be helpful if this was more clearly explained in the listingRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location within walking distance of restaurants breweries shopping hikingquiet and serene if you choose to stay in
4. Northwoods-style home near Lake Superior (from USD 280)
This Northwoods-style home is perfect for a getaway. This home has three bedrooms and two bathrooms and can accommodate up to eight guests comfortably. Some of this wooden home’s best amenities are TV, internet, parking, a heater, a telephone, a ping pong table, as well as a book library where you can read in a handcrafted twig chair. Also, there is a backyard with a small studio where you can practice some yoga. Near this home, there are many restaurants, shops, and hiking trails.
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there is a new curved couch (compared with the pictures) that made sitting all of us very comfortablebig dining table and sectional in living room (open to kitchen) give excellent seating for groupspace was great and game area with the ping pong table was a highlightCleanliness:
the house was spotless spacious and in a great locationHost:
the owners gave very clear directions for access info and tips for their placeRead more reviewsLocation:
the property and location are simply perfectthe house is decorated so cute and is located close to everything grand marais has to offerhome was conveniently located in grand marais close to restaurants brewery and hikingwe loved our stay here so peaceful and quiet and yet so close for walking everywhere
5. Cosy beachfront abode in East Bay (from USD 195)
Consider this cosy home in East Bay. It has one bedroom with a queen bed and one bathroom and it has enough space to make you feel comfortable. The living room is very nice and it offers great views of Lake Superior from the windows. The kitchen is fully functional and features a fridge, a coffee maker, and a microwave. Parking, internet, heater, and a patio are all available for guests. While relaxing in this home, you can choose from many exciting activities such as going for an aeroplane ride, hiking, or chartering a fishing boat.
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the bed comfortable and the views from the room or the deck awsome i highly recommendwe enjoyed our stay the room looks just like the picturesroom was perfect quaintCleanliness:
clean and had beautiful sunriseseverything was clean and bed was very comfortableit is cozy clean and comfortablethe room was clean water pressure was great and the area is pretty quietclean comfortable great location and viewHost:
the town overall was very friendly and welcomingRead more reviewsLocation:
great location to everythingthis an awesome property the location is amazing you are walking distance to everything downtownlocation was perfect to walk downtown to restaurants or shopscute little spot in a great location with amazing viewsgreat place to stay very fun location and very scenic
6. Restored historic fisherman’s home from the 1900s (from USD 404)
Rest deeply and connect to nature while staying in this lovely restored fisherman’s home. It is built of wood and it is very spacious. There are three bedrooms, two bathrooms, one very spacious dining room, one modern kitchen, and one living room featuring a fireplace. The living room and the patio both offer amazing views. Also, from the third bedroom’s deck, you will see many seagulls flying by. Furthermore, this home has a beautiful garden with many flowers and fruit trees.
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the beds were comfy and the linens were lovelyvery charming place with plenty of roomwe loved the well-equipped kitchen the spacious family room with gas stove and the extra long dining tableplenty of room for gathering to play games visit and enjoy the townCleanliness:
the cabin was clean and well stockedvery clean fully furnished with everything you need close to shopping precinct bars and the beautiful lakeHost:
the owners have done an excellent job in all respectsRead more reviewsLocation:
my family loved staying here the location is great - very close to downtowna close drive to an awesome state parkit’s within walking distance of everything easy to find peaceful and quaintin addition to a great property in a great location thethis cabin was 100 feet from the shoreline and within walking distance to all our favorite spots
7. Lovely sanctuary with lake views (from USD 308)
This cosy and comfortable home is also one of the luxurious Grand Marais vacation rentals. It has one bedroom and one bathroom. The bedroom has a king bed and it overlooks views of Lake Superior. The living room is very modern, with glass sliding doors that open up to a great view of the lake, which is just a few steps away. The furniture are all modern and made with cherry wood. In the middle of the living room, there is a large fireplace, too! The kitchen is spacious, modern, and fully equipped. The maximum number of guests is two.
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we loved the place quiet warm comfortable and great view of the lakeour condo was so cozy and comfortableCleanliness:
very clean and well organizedvery clean neat and comfortableclean safe and comfortableHost:
the owners communicated clearly and responded quickly to questionsowners are incredibly responsive and helpfulall of our communication with the owner was timely and excellentRead more reviewsLocation:
nice location close to grand maraisloved this property and the location to grand maraisthe location is only 5 minutes from grand marais so it’s super convenientgreat place to stay very well maintained comfortable and just a beautiful spot right on the lake
8. Modernized writer’s cabin (from USD 202)
This is a historic cabin that has been restored and modernized. It comes with one bedroom and one bathroom but it is spacious enough to accommodate three guests. Also, the kitchen is quite modern and well-equipped. Some of its best amenities are a gas fireplace, a flat-screen satellite TV with theatre surround, high-speed WiFi, heating, as well as parking. Other great things you have the privilege to see inside this home are an antique secretary writing desk and other representative objects of famous writers. These include even Ernest Hemmingway’s preferred model of typewriter.
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the facility had all the necessary amenities and was neat and cleanthe cabin was perfect and the bed was super comfywarm and very comfortable we enjoyed the quiet settingCleanliness:
the cabin was very cozy and super clean loved everything about itHost:
the owners were always super quick to respond to any inquiries we had during our stayvery friendly and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
property in great location and conditionthe location is excellent for walking downtown but also very quiet offering that true getaway feelingeverything in downtown grand marais is walking distancethis is a great cozy get-away property close to everythingi really enjoyed the location and walkable access to everywhere
9. Unique lodging with harbour views (from USD 202)
This option is a small studio on the second floor that comes with one bedroom and one bathroom. The bedroom, which has large windows, is very comfortable and it has a queen bed. Also, there is a fully equipped kitchen, a dining space, as well as a cosy living room. The best part of this home is its unique octagonal cupola, which is occupied by an antique ship’s light. The cupola lets a lot of sunshine during the day as well as some moonlight during the nights. Overall, this is a charming home and it is great for some unique vacations.
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just enough room nice view looking out on the lakewe enjoyed being able to make breakfast and lunch here each day and then adventuring out for dinnerperfect location very cozy easy check in/out experience beautiful view of the lake the list goes onCleanliness:
the lighthouse is clean warm & snug during snowstormswas easy to access and was very cleannice clean place with everything i could ask for i definitely hope to stay there again soonHost:
-very nice owners who know the areathe owners are great to work withthe owners were very helpful with everything even when vrbo wasn’t functioning very wellRead more reviewsLocation:
great spot within easy walking distance to restaurantsclose proximity to everything in grand maraisour time in the lighthouse was quite enjoyable and it’s close enough to walk downtownwe loved staying at the lighthouse great property great location
10. Cottage with views of Grand Marais Harbour (from USD 325)
This nice cottage with views of Grand Marais Harbor comes with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. All three bedrooms have a comfortable queen bed. Also, the living room is spacious and includes amenities such as a comfortable sofa, DirecTV, wood-burning fireplace, and much more! The kitchen is spacious too and it has all the necessary appliances for cooking. This cottage offers great views of the harbour and is surrounded by green nature. Lake Superior is near this property.
Top guest reviews
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the deck overlooks the lake and was a perfect place to have breakfasti would most definitely stay there again so much better than a hotel roomCleanliness:
was impressed with how clean and cozy the rental isthe cottage was very clean and comfortablethe accommodations were great very clean and welcomingthe house was clean comfortable spacious and easily accommodated six adultsi was most impressed with how clean the house was very well taken care of on the insideHost:
the property manager was very helpfulthe owners are responsive and welcomingowners have taken great care of it and given it characterhaving two bathrooms was very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
great location in grand mariasthe location was perfect for walking everywheregreat location to the marina for our fishing vacationit was a great location; everything in town was walkablethis is a meticulously maintained property in an ideal location in grand marais
Relax deeply and connect with nature
Grand Marais, Minnesota is a smart choice if you want to take a break from busy cities and simply relax surrounded by nature or lakes. Also, it is a nice choice if you want to be adventurous and try new things. It is important to have the right accommodation to complete your holiday. Take this list of vacation rentals into consideration or explore other options such Airbnb vacation rentals and pet-friendly cabins when you visit this destination.
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