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Whispering Woods Escape: Fireplace, Arcade&Trails! provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6149 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$768
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 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.

Whispering Woods Escape: Fireplace, Arcade&Trails!

Discover a modern, art-inspired cabin on Minnesota’s North Shore, where bold design meets cozy rustic charm. Enjoy sweeping Lake Superior and mountain views, unwind in nature, or explore Lutsen, Grand Marais, and nearby hiking trails. Just minutes from the shoreline and Lutsen Mountains, this vibrant retreat is the perfect base for family vacations, couples’ getaways, or adventure-filled North Shore escapes.

🎨 DESIGN-FORWARD LIVING
🖼 Curated Modern Interiors – Gallery-style artwork, sculptural accents, and a striking contemporary aesthetic—perfect for photos, inspiration, and creative escapes.
🌿 Secluded North Shore Setting – Surrounded by quiet woods, ideal for unplugging, recharging, or focused creative work near Lake Superior

🍳 KITCHEN & DINING
🔪 Fully Equipped Kitchen – High-end appliances, quality cookware, and everything needed for effortless home-cooked meals
🥂 Dining & Gathering Spaces – Designed for family dinners, relaxed brunches, and evening celebrations

🛋 RELAX & UNWIND
🔥 Gas Fireplace – Cozy ambiance after hiking North Shore trails or exploring the Lake Superior shoreline
🕹 Game & Media Lounge – Full-size arcade, Smart TVs in every room, board games, and a comfortable reading nook
🎥 Perfect for Movie Nights – Ideal for couples, friends, or family evenings in

🛌 RESTFUL BEDROOMS
🌌 King Suites with Private Baths – Thoughtfully designed for privacy, comfort, and deep, uninterrupted rest

🏞 OUTDOOR LIVING SPACE
🍂 Private Patio & Fire Feature – Enjoy morning coffee or evening drinks surrounded by serene North Shore scenery

⭐ WHY GUESTS CHOOSE THIS HOME
A favorite for creatives, couples, outdoor enthusiasts, and families seeking a stylish North Shore retreat near Lake Superior

📋 GUEST DETAILS & HOUSE POLICIES
• 👥 Maximum occupancy: 6
• 🌙 Quiet hours begin at 10:00 PM
• 🕓 Check-in: 4:00 PM | Check-out: 10:00 AM
• 🐕 Pet-friendly: Up to 2 small hypoallergenic dogs (under 25 lbs; fees apply; no furniture; cleanup required)
• ⏳ Early check-in available when possible
• 🍖 Charcoal grill provided (please clean after use)
• 🪪 Signed rental agreement, valid government-issued ID, and $500 security hold required

⚠️ Guests Under 25 – Booking Requirement
All guests on the reservation must individually sign the rental agreement, submit a security deposit, and provide a valid government-issued photo ID.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking permitted outside at least 20 feet away fr

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

1. Quiet hours after 10 pm 2.Checkout: 10 am 3. Check in time 4pm or later 4. Rental agreement to be signed at time of booking
Security deposit hold on credit card which will be released after check out if no damages are found.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Due to severe allergy only non-shedding, hypoaller

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking permitted outside at least 20 feet away fr

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

Located in Grand Marais, this holiday home is in a rural area. North House Folk School and Sivertson Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Grand Marais Golf 'n' Stuff and Cook County Public Tennis Courts. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Grand Marais travel guide
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Grand Marais, MN

What's nearby

  • Grand Marais Golf 'n' Stuff
    7 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Cascade River State Park
    7 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Cook County Court House
    7 min drive - 5.9 km
  • North Shore Health
    7 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Grand Marais Art Colony
    8 min drive - 6.6 km

Restaurants

  • Voyageur Brewing Company
    7 min drive
  • Dockside Fish Market
    6 min drive
  • The Fisherman’s Daughter
    6 min drive
  • Java Moose Espresso Cafe
    7 min drive
  • Blue Water Cafe
    7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Whispering Woods Escape: Fireplace, Arcade&Trails! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Whispering Woods Escape: Fireplace, Arcade&Trails!?

As of 21 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whispering Woods Escape: Fireplace, Arcade&Trails! on 24 Mar 2026 start from NZ$768.28, 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 Whispering Woods Escape: Fireplace, Arcade&Trails!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Whispering Woods Escape: Fireplace, Arcade&Trails!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whispering Woods Escape: Fireplace, Arcade&Trails!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Whispering Woods Escape: Fireplace, Arcade&Trails! located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is steps from Superior National Forest and within 3 mi (5 km) of Grand Marais Golf 'n' Stuff and North Shore Health. Cook County Public Tennis Courts and Cook County Court House are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Whispering Woods Escape: Fireplace, Arcade&Trails! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gaven S.

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

Great stay

Very clean very nice had a ton of fun
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Nice Location

Stayed during winter 2024 - good location, close to town
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis K.

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

Excellent space for a family

So close to so many things to do, as well as a great place to relax between adventures
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin N.

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

Grand marais trip

Very comfortable accommodations. Close to everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip H.

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

Winter retreat

Very nice, clean, and bright vacation spot. Enjoyed the wooded secluded location. We made good use of the kitchen. Great location, close to XC ski spots and Grand Marais. We were snowed in (couldn't get back up the driveway) for a bit due to the heavy snow.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy '.

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

Amazing stay

We loved the home, the location was spectacular, I love that pets are welcome, & that the home is geared towards family. Thank you so much for allowing us to stay in your beautiful home. We look forward to a future stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessie D.

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

Cozy escape

Our group had ages ranging from 70 to 7 and we all had an amazing time on this property! It was in a very convenient location with easy access to both Grand Marais and Lusten. If you decided to hunker down and spend your entire stay in this cabin it's incredibly comfortable, welcoming, and has beautiful scenery right outside your windows. We cannot wait to come back to this area soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle N.

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

Incredible, comfortable property in the woods

Such a comfortable, clean, beautiful property! We felt right at home immediately and the check in process was flawless. The little touches, such as USB charging outlets by the beds, really make the experience even better. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan C.

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

Perfect Family Vacation in Beautiful Grand Marais

While not directly on Lake Superior, we enjoyed the peacefulness of being nestled within nature just a few miles outside of Grand Marais. The location was perfect for our family of five - close proximity to town as well as many trails. The home was as described, modern, comfortable, and well kept. We would definitely consider staying here again when we come back to Grand Marais!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marge P.

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

Beautiful getaway in the woods

A lovely remote property with cozy furnishings and all the amenities just like at home! A very clean and well-furnished home with 3 large bedrooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

krista b.

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

Great Getaway

The house is lovely and you definitely feel like you're in the woods. You can hear the waterfall close by, and yet you're close to the town and hiking that it's a quick 10-15 min trip to get to many fun adventures. I highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin G.

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

Great Northwoods Getaway

I booked this place for my family for a week getaway. It was super cozy and the 3 king size beds in each room was key! It was a great jump point to be able to golf, ebike, trout fish, and even head into Grand Marais. All within short driving distances. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

moonlightvro

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

Amazing Views, Amazing Place

This is the perfect cabin feel mixed with a nice chill vibe getaway! Very spacious, open, cozy, and wonderful window views upstairs. Location is conveniently secluded, and it’s just beautiful. All the kitchen items you can dream of and more.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corey M.

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

Fantastic!

This home was inviting and clean upon arrival. After exploring Grand Marais, and surrounding areas, we enjoyed coming back to this home for the evening. The fireplace and lighting made the experience very cozy. We are looking forward to our next visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia P.

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

True Luxury

Luxury is the perfect description of this home. Everything is high end and well appointed. The hosts were extremely responsive. We had a lovely time and plan to be back. Great location for skiing Lutsen and we even did Spirit Mountain. Highly recommend this home.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

KRISTI G.

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

Fishermen picnic weekend

Very nice to be in a private home just a short drive from all the hustle and bustle from the weekend's activity. Very nice property. Extremely clean and some nice upgrades throughout the house. The only drawback was there wasn't a lot of yard. There may have been a lot of land but it was covered in brush and Forest.that was not accessible to play yard games on. Comfortable beds ontthegraveldrivewagaoyarddribga!!mes
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

julie d.

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

Family get away

Property was as described in the listing. It is very nice, clean and comfortable for the 5 adults we had with us. The deck was very nice until the bugs found us each evening but there’s not much you can do about those nasty skeeters. The deck fireplace was lovely. All rooms having king size beds was a huge plus. The location for town and activities was great. Cons: the picnic table was out in the ‘yard’ surrounded but huge weeds. If it was moved to under the pergola it might get more use? The firepit/smoker stove is very inconveniently located. I’m not sure how one would ever use it. The arcade could have been so much fun but you can tell that has had some serious play as the joysticks are very loose and lag behind when playing, making play difficult. And lastly, it accommodates 6 but the table only has 4 chairs. We pulled the office chair over for our 5th so it was fine but I’m not sure what we would have done if we’d had a 6th person. I’ve stayed at several VRBO properties and this one is very nice. My cons are VERY minor in comparison to how nice the place is.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonya F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place, very clean, comfortable beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable accommodations in a quiet wooded retreat. Wonderful amenities and very close to the quaint and peaceful center of Grand Marais.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay … our granddaughters were thrilled with the under stairs hideaway…The bed were amazing!The kitchen had everything we needed and then some. A short drive into Grand Marais to explore. We can’t wait to stay here again !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy R.

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

Excellent Property

Great location, responsive hosts, perfect setup for our family. We had a wonderful time here and would definitely come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was very clean and well maintained. Hosts were very good about communicating with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home! Secluded with town being a close 5 minute drive. Will plan on returning again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslee S.

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

Amazing Vacation Spot

Such a great place to get away from it all for a week! The location was absolutely beautiful and the cabin had all the amenities you would want. The check-in process was simple due to excellent communication with the owners. Only about five minutes from downtown Grand Marais but was still nestled away in the woods. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Don & Barb H.

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

Grand Marais

Very nice place to stay. Disappointed that we could not get the arcade to work.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025