Experience the charm of Grand Marais at The Big House, a nautical-themed home with a large deck offering peek-a-boo views of the bay. This cozy retreat features a fireplace, Roku and Enhanced WiFi for indoor fun, while its double corner lot invites outdoor games and activities. With plenty of off-street parking for trailers and toys, enjoy access to nearby beaches, marinas and snowmobile trails.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
The current price is AU$579
AU$579
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Perfect location in Grand Marais
Located right in the heart of Grand Marais, this lovely, nautical themed home is a quick and easy walk to the beach, grocery, gas, and restaurants. This property has successfully served many new & repeat guests since 2009.
The Big House is a two bedroom home with a large, open sleeping loft featuring a catwalk that exits to an upper level deck facing the harbor. This home sleeps a maximum of eight guests. Two main floor bedrooms offer queen size beds; the loft has another full size bed and two twin beds. A full bathroom is located on the main floor, along with large living room with combined kitchen and dining room in a lovely open floor plan. The home features a fire place, a Roku, DVD player and Enhanced WiFi. The large, well equipped kitchen has a microwave, coffee maker, toaster and dishwasher. All linens are provided. A washer and dryer are included for your use. This house boasts a double corner lot with plenty of room for outdoor fun like yard games and sports. Bring your toys as there is more than ample off street parking for trailers, boats, bikes, snowmobiles, etc. There is an outdoor clothesline for suits and beach towels. This property offers a large deck with seating, a grill, a covered porch and a peek a boo view of the Grand Marais Bay. In addition, for those rainy days and fun nights, there is a game room with a pool table, a bumper pool table and a regulation ping pong table located in the clean, spacious basement. The basement also offers a newly remodeled cedar sauna with a second shower. This home is owned and managed by a long time local Grand Marais resident who is responsive to your needs but who won’t interfere with your stay. Enjoy the comforts of home, with family and friends while taking in the natural beauty and serenity of this very special region. For the summertime lover, this property is across the main road from the township marina/boat launch. The beach, across the street and down a public staircase, features restrooms and recently remodeled playground. In the winter months, you can leave your trailer behind and easily access the extensive local snowmobile trail network. Supplies included with your rental: • 6 pack of toilet tissue • 1 roll of paper towels • Dish soap and dishwasher detergent • Hand soaps • Coffee filters and drip machine, also a Kuerig (bring your own pods) • Trash bags
Fun things to do in the area include: • Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore • The Log Slide Overlook and Grand Sable Dunes • Sable Lake and Sable Falls • Au Sable Light house • North Country Trail and many other local trails • Tahquamenon Falls • Oswald’s Bear Ranch • Fayette Historical Townsite • Kitch-iti-kipi , Michigan's largest incredible natural freshwater spring • Lakes and rivers galore to fish and boat • Miles of sandy and rocky beaches to explore
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
Sauna
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
DVD player
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Note from host: NO SMOKING EXCEPT OUTSIDE; RECEPTACLE PROVIDED
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Table tennis
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
No outdoor fires permitted on north side of home
Indoor fireplace provided; no firewood included.
Be a considerate neighbor; have fun!
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Max of 2; $25 additional fee per day for a dog
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
W/ approval; Overnight occupancy is 8 max
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING EXCEPT OUTSIDE; RECEPTACLE PROVIDED
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 21
Note from host: w/ approval; Overnight occupancy is 8 max
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
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
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
Property is also known as
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Perfect Location In Marais
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About the area
Located in Grand Marais, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Superior and Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. Visit our Grand Marais travel guide
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Perfect location in Grand Marais?
As of 14 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Perfect location in Grand Marais on 15 Mar 2026 start from AU$579, 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 Perfect location in Grand Marais?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Perfect location in Grand Marais?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Perfect location in Grand Marais?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Perfect location in Grand Marais located?
Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Pickle Barrel House Museum and Lake Superior. Light Keepers House Museum and Sable Falls are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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Perfect location in Grand Marais Reviews
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We had a great time. The house was clean and neat and in a great location with plenty of parking. The sauna was not in service, but the fireplace was nice to have in the cold winter weather. We made lots of good memories and plan to be back!
We had a lovely time! The home was absolutely wonderful, clean, comfortable. fun, and beautiful view. The location was fantastic, we easily walked into town and the beaches. A great place to stay when in the area.
The house was a perfect spot to use as a basecamp for our fall adventures. We could walk to the beach and restaurants, and easily hit the road to get to the sights around Grand Marais.
Former locals in town for a quick overnight, attending a family/friends event. The games in the basement and the beach across the street kept the kids occupied while my wife and I were busy. Would recommend
Was very impressed with how stocked the house was, which made it very homey. My husband and all his siblings with spouses stayed for a few days, as this is the middle for everyone. Was a very nice stay. More room than the pictures look.
Great place to hang out with friends. Fabulous location close to all amenities.
We gave it 4 stars because basic cleaning (floors and tables) seemed to have been overlooked for our stay.
Overall, we would definitely come back!
You can't get any better than this! The location, the views and the house as well, excellent!! Dan, thank you very much for letting us enjoy your home, we will be back!! Being in Grand Marais brought all my childhood memories back, I love this town. Just like Dan mentioned, Grand Marais is no longer that "hidden gem".
Beautiful, well kept home, thoughtful & functional design for one person or a group. Both the vaulted ceilings & stonework were gorgeous. Game room was unexpected & fun too. Nice tall shower with good water pressure. Kitchen supplied with more than you need. Initial introduction with manager day one then he followed up to ensure we had his number for direct communication if needed. Many extras like the view, restaurants, pubs & even a hardware store close by. Several beaches to access within minutes for rocks, long walks or swimming. Central to other area sites not to miss either. All you have to do is get there & the treasure that is Grand Marais comes to you.
I’m familiar with many areas in the UP and have stayed in Grand Marais before during the winter, but had never been to the Big House. I booked it for a long weekend getaway for my father and I- he had never been to the UP before and I knew the location would be perfect for us. I had originally planned on bringing one of my dogs, which led me to this place, but didn’t end up bringing her. The house was better than expected; plenty of UP charm and was more than big enough. The view, the fireplace, cleanliness, amenities, and proximity to town were all major pluses for us. If I had one gripe, and it would be completely trivial, it would be that the smart tv was a challenge to navigate. I would absolutely…and will likely…stay here again!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this home across the street from the bay on Lake Superior. The location is absolutely perfect with views of the water from big windows. It's within walking distance of downtown and the beaches. The house is very spacious and comfortable- great kitchen, seating, balcony, and deck. We loved the ping pong and other games in the basement, and enjoyed them for many hours in between sight seeing. We traveled west to Pictured Rocks and East to Tahquamenon State Park and the Soo Locks. We also spent many hours on the lovely beaches enjoying the beautiful rocks and scenery. This was our first time in Grand Marais and I fell in love with the area! I would stay here again in a heartbeat. The only downside was that we couldn't put the kids to bed and stay up in the main living area because it is a loft, but we knew that going in and everything worked out just fine. We were all very comfortable and we had so much fun! Thank you for sharing your beautiful family home with us!
Great location close to town. Plenty of room enjoyed the full basement with games.Enjoyed the loft with catwalk to small deck and enjoyed the large deck and great to sit outside enjoy the area.
We truly enjoyed our stay! The home is within walking/biking distance of everything including the beach. The house had everything we needed, was pet friendly and spacious for all of us. We met Dan, who was also so kind to speak with. Will absolutely stay again.
Our family had a fantastic stay in Grand Marais in the Big House! We already are planning the next visit. Thank you Dan for the beautiful cabin and allowing us to make family fun memories!
This was a wonderful place to stay! The house is very charming, and everything you would look for in a cottage. The location was wonderful and the host was very nice. Definitely a place I would stay again.
Great spot! They have been/are making some upgrades, which is nice. The sauna was out of order, which was a bummer for us, but soon to be functional I was told. Easy walk to the beach in the bay or out to the big lake. I would highly recommend this place. It's a great spot and the owners are nice people.