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Avalon Guesthouse : Eastside Suite

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Terrace/patio
Interior
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Perched on the harbor, this private two-bedroom apartment boasts modern decor with a vintage feel. Enjoy harbor views from every room, and unwind in the spacious yard with campfires, games or relaxing in a hammock.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Lake view

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Avalon Guesthouse : Eastside Suite

Charming Stay on the Harbor with Amazing View of Lighthouse . . .
Private two bedroom, one bath apartment spans the entire east side of the house, front to back, with harbor views from every room. An original harbor side home, renovated with modern decor, with a feel that is both vintage and fresh. Situated on a corner lot on the harbor with a spacious yard perfect for campfires, games, relaxing in the hammock, and simply watching the world go by.
Ideal as a home base for exploring the North Shore,
and as a sanctuary from which to contemplate the Big Lake, which is spectacular in all seasons.
This location is hard to beat, within easy walking distance of everything Grand Marais has to offer:
Art, Food, Drink, Music, Folk School, Artist Point, Lighthouse . . .
Come stay with us & live it up!

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Recycling
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Towels (changed on request)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
We appreciate a clean kitchen, beyond that nothing is necessary.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Located in Grand Marais, this apartment is in the city centre and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Superior and Cascade River State Park, while North House Folk School and Sivertson Gallery are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Grand Marais, MN

What's nearby

  • Cook County Court House - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Grand Marais Art Colony - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cook County Public Tennis Courts - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • North Shore Health - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Pincushion Mountain - 6 min drive - 4.8 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 131 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Voyageur Brewing Company - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dockside Fish Market - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Fisherman’s Daughter - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gun Flint Tavern - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Java Moose Espresso Cafe - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Avalon Guesthouse : Eastside Suite pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Avalon Guesthouse : Eastside Suite?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Avalon Guesthouse : Eastside Suite?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Avalon Guesthouse : Eastside Suite located?

Located in the heart of Grand Marais, this apartment building is steps away from Lake Superior, Superior National Forest and North House Folk School. Visit Cook County Visitor Information Center and Grand Marais Art Colony are also within 5 minutes.

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Reviews

Avalon Guesthouse : Eastside Suite Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 107 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 107 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 107 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 107 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 107 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Josie G.

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

Vrbo

This was a great place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin T.

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

Wonderful Getaway

Ideal location and cozy place to stay with beautiful views!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie s.

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

Grand Marais get away

Perfect location, beautiful views of Lake Superior. Comfortable accommodations.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie H.

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

Birthday celebration for family member

It would be hard to find a more perfect location to enjoy Lake Superior in Grand Marais, MN. We had a constant view of the lake and lighthouse, and was conveniently located in the center of town, near restaurants, shopping and enjoying nature. We had a lovely stay and hope to return in the future!
Taken from our front yard
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barb H.

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

Great location

Great place for us to stay while visiting family in Grand Marais!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andre R.

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

Annual Guys Ski Trip

It was a great place to stay for a ski trip to Lutsen. The view out the front was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daleen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property. Well maintained and furnished. Right across the road from the harbor. Easy walking distance to everywhere in town. Beds were very comfortable. Mary Kate met us there and walked us through everything. Enjoyed our week immensely.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa F.

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

Great spot!

Adorable cottage close to everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

christopher m.

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

Lutsen ski trip

Great place to stay. Great host! Restaurants within walking distance were excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana H.

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

Perfect location, comfy and all you need

Great spot for a homebase to hike the area. Short walk to coffee, restaurants and shops. Cutely decorated and everything you need! Host was responsive and easy. Recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica W.

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

Perfect spot!

This cottage was perfect for our stay. Great location, clean and very comfortable! We had everything we needed for a fun, relaxing weekend with friends in this great town!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda K.

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

Great place

Great place. The house and location are as advertised!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy K.

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

Delightful, peaceful stay

We stayed with another couple at this cute VRBO during Grand Marais slow season in mid-April. The VRBO had all we needed, with a nice view of Lake Superior. The host, MaryKate, clearly and quickly communicated with us when we had questions. We would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz F.

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

All very good!

Everything about my stay was wonderful! Hosts, accommodations and location couldn’t have been better.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cody C.

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

Clean, perfect place

The perfect place to stay in Grand Marais. MaryKate was lovely and the place was so clean and well kept. Perfect location to everything in town! Can’t wait to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia D.

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

Charming stay indeed!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this thoughtfully appointed and conveniently located cottage. Large windows provided an excellent view of the entrance to Grand Marais harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hilary S.

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

Nice house in a great location

The giant snow storm made it a little messy to get in and out of the house, but not much you could have done about that. We loved playing some of the board games and enjoyed a little TV too. Great view of the lake. The house worked great for us!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rita W.

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

Charming Grand Marais Home

We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful little historic home. Marykate and David are excellent hosts and we were grateful to them for fixing up this sweet little home to share with visitors while enjoying the North Shore.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

shona d.

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

Location, location, location

Finally got to stay at the perfect location. The one where other people walk by and think to themselves, “I want to stay there!” Loved this place, and will return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn G.

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

Vacation

The house was everything we expected and the neighborhood was very nice. The best was being right on the harbor and being a short walk to the lake, shopping and restaurants.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Cozy getaway

The property was easily accessible with convenient parking. The property was clean and had a well equipped kitchen that allowed us to prepare several meals. MaryKate also provided some delicious locally roasted coffee that we really enjoyed. If you're looking for a quite, centrally located getaway in Grand Marais, this is a great option. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe E.

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

Perfect stay again

Love this place. Location is second to none. MaryKate is a great host and keeps the place clean and inviting. Second time staying here and looking forward to the next visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

KIRSTEN L.

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

Awesome Place!

This home was amazing! It was super clean and well stocked with quality furnishings, kitchen items and artwork. It was great to have a 24/7 view of Lake Superior and the harbor. We were within walking distance to everything in Grand Marais. We had a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Pat J.

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

Grand Marais

We had a great stay at MaryKate’s. The house was very clean and it’s in an ideal location. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

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

Convenient location with an amazing view

Our stay was just what we needed! It was comfortable and the perfect set up for the three of us!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022