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Be mesmerized by exceptional views of Lake Superior. Perched above the water!

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 569.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Tofte, MN
  • Superior National Golf Course
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • North Shore Winery
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Oberg Mountain Loop
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Grand Marais, MN (GRM-Cook County)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Be mesmerized by exceptional views of Lake Superior. Perched above the water!

Welcome to 3010 Gull Harbor!

Do you seek the calmness and natural beauty of Lake Superior? Come to Gull Harbor near Tofte and Lutsen, MN. Built onto a cliff less than 50 feet from the shore of Lake Superior, Gull Harbor Condos offer astounding and unobstructed views of the lake. Sunrises and sunsets will amaze you. The property features its very own private pebble beach, framed by some of the most intriguing ledges and rock cliffs that Lake Superior offers. Guests can also enjoy the secluded shoreline, with a picnic area and a fire pit along with a charcoal grill. Don’t forget to bring your camera/sketchpad, book, beach towel/blanket, hat, sunblock, shades, food and beverage, and just hang out there all day long!

Our two-bedroom, two-bathroom condo is located on the lower level of the 3-level building, just steps away from the pebble beach and the grounds that are for picking wildflowers or walking a pet. Large windows and floor-to-ceiling sliding-glass doors provide lake views from every room. You’ll feel as though you are right on top of the “Big Lake,” enjoying the sounds and sights of waves morning, noon, and night!
The open-concept condo contains a comfortable living room with a gas fireplace, a dining area, and a well-equipped kitchen...all with a warm and inviting Northwoods feel. Two Smart TVs with free access to Netflix as well as a CD/stereo system, are available for your entertainment. Each bedroom has its own separate deck. One flight down takes you to the Gull Harbor sauna and sliding-glass doors leading outside. There is a handy bike rack for you bicycle enthusiasts so you may lock up your bikes without having to haul them up and down stairways, too.

Gull Harbor Condos are conveniently located between the quaint towns of Lutsen and Tofte just off Highway 61. Popular destinations nearby are the Gitchi-Gami State Bike Trail, the Lutsen Mountain Ski Area, with a variety of restaurants, and Superior National Golf Course.
Please Take Note: Gull Harbor Condos are not wheelchair accessible. Also, in winter, the road, parking area, and walkways may be icy and a four-wheel drive is recommended. Guests with pet allergies should be aware that this is a pet-friendly rental. Two pets, maximum, are allowed.

In consideration of other guests/owners, Gull Harbor has a "no barking/pet noise policy." This means you must take your pet(s) along with you whenever you leave the condo unit for more than ten minutes. You also must control pet noise while in the condo. Failure to follow this policy can result in eviction without reimbursement for rental fees and potential loss of your damage deposit.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS PROPERTY IS NOT A GOOD FIT FOR THOSE WITH ANY MOBILITY ISSUES/FACTORS TO CONSIDER. THERE ARE STAIRS/STEPS THAT COME INTO PLAY IN ORDER TO ACCESS THE CONDO. THANK YOU.

ROAD CONSTRUCTION SUMMER/FALL 2024 LINK: https://www.dot.state.mn.us/construction/2024/d1.html

Property manager

Linda Garrity

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
2 pets max. Dogs cannot be left in condo alone.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
All reservations are subject to a 4% local lodging tax that will be added at the time you make a reservation. It'll show as an "administration fee".
Base rate includes 4 guests. Additional guests will be charged a nightly fee to cover linen, caretaking & other owner-incurred fees.
In consideration of other guests/owners, Gull Harbor has a "no barking/pet noise policy.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Tofte

Located in Tofte, this condo is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Superior National Golf Course and North Shore Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Superior and Superior National Forest. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Tofte, MN

What's nearby

  • North Shore Commercial Fishing Museum - 4 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Superior National Golf Course - 5 min drive - 6.3 km
  • North Shore Winery - 7 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Oberg Mountain Loop - 9 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Lutsen Mountains - 11 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 108 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bluefin Grille - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Coho Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Moguls Grille & Tap Room - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fika Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Papa Charlie's Saloon & Grill - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Be mesmerized by exceptional views of Lake Superior. Perched above the water! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Be mesmerized by exceptional views of Lake Superior. Perched above the water!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Be mesmerized by exceptional views of Lake Superior. Perched above the water!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Be mesmerized by exceptional views of Lake Superior. Perched above the water! located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Tofte condo building is steps away from Lake Superior and Superior National Forest. Ray Berglund State Wayside and Oberg Mountain Loop are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 150 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

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

Beautiful Retreat

The condo is perched above the rocks on Gull Cove. Each room had a breathtaking view of Lake Superior. The kitchen was well stocked with pots and utensils for cooking,
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn R.

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

Cozy with great views

Awesome chance to be 'on' the lake and still comfy cozy. plenty of bedroom space and nice living areas designed for 4. Only minor inconvenience was heavy feet in the unit upstairs- sounded like they were pacing the floor both evenings. Would definitely visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alycia F.

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

Amazing property!

My fiancé and i booked this condo to stay in the week of our wedding. It was absolutely perfect for us and our dog. She loved having the screen doors open and lisening to the waves crashing. The balconies are perfect for early morning sun rises. This place will always be a very special memory for us and our time here will forever be a favorite of ours.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Mary A D.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication

Alot of stairs

I didn't think I had mobility issues but there is a lot of stairs. It was quite hard to carry suitcases, food and supplies down /up the flights of stairs. The house number signs were slightly hidden by trees and the larger sign was completely covered so it was hard to see from the highway. The condo had an amazing view of the lake and certainly the sunrise. Wifi was easy to link up to but more information on working the TV would have been nice..
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

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

Fabulous views

You can’t beat the location of this property. We spent a lot of time sitting on the deck enjoying the view and the sound of the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan L.

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

Beautiful view overlooking Lake Superior

This property was very clean and at the same time, it is a bit worn. Just needs a few touch ups. Definitely has the most beautiful view of Lake Superior, which made it worth renting. Be aware that there is a flight of steep stairs from the parking lot down into the building. Once in the building, there are 2 more flights of stairs down to this unit. The owner was friendly and easy to communicate with. We'd rent again here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Scot M.

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

Stunning Views

Spent 3 nights on a hiking trip. While the accommodations were quite rustic, they met the needs of the group. The views are incredible right on the shores of Lake Superior. Came back on day, saw an Eagle perched in the tree about. 30 minutes later same eagle, went into the lake to grab his dinner!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Joy F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

North Shore Stay

The view, location and beach in front are great! Agree with other reviewers regarding these issues: - Could use some updates and some TLC things were looking a little worn. - The many stairs were a bit of a hassle moving in and moving out. - Hallways smell of mold. - Spider webs on deck and screens, Our experience was same as above with these additions: Patio doors were hard to open and close, tracks didn’t slide well, when screen door was closed it had a gap for bugs to come in. There was a hot water heat track below patio doors so must step up and over 10 inches to get in and out of door. Many windows didn’t not work well. The most worrying was security in the building. The lower-level common patio door was not always locked. The exit door on the 2nd level had a broken handle and was wired shut. This is a fire and security hazard.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison H.

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

Wonderful stay in Tofte

The condo was just as described. Very clean, cozy, incredible views, and a great location on the North Shore. We enjoyed the private lake access and community picnic table, as well. There are lots of stairs, as described, but it was manageable for our family, and the cliff setting made it worth it. I highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jane O.

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

Spectacular view; centrally located

Overall, a good stay. Absolutely fabulous for watching the super moon over the lake. We also appreciated the centralized location for day trips either direction. We enjoyed the access to the beach. Downside was the amount of stairs, especially for loading/unloading. Definitely not handicapped accessible. Kitchen could use a cheese slicer, pie server, paring knife and ice cream scoop. Coffee filters were incorrect size for coffee maker. Futon was unusable in current state for extra bed. Sound from room to room was virtually soundproof, but we could hear the upstairs guests talking. Sliding doors are somewhat difficult to close from swollen wood. Basically clean, but could use a cleaning on heat registers. Food crumbs under sofa cushions made us decide not to use the hide a bed. Floors were clean as was kitchen and bedding. Only other issue was some guests yelling from the beach, balcony, and hallways - this disturbed our dog. Not management fault, but hard to keep dog quiet when people sound in distress.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Shannon D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Peaceful

We had an amazing time. The condo had so much light and a breathtaking view.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Diane S.

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

Not worth the money

Advertised as dog friendly; however no mention that every time you want to let dog out it is a climb of 4 flights of stairs. No real hiking trails nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

sara z.

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

Great views and fully stocked

We enjoyed our three night stay. We would rebook. Full amenities. Amazing view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeri H.

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

North Shore

Beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen K.

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

Anniversary weekend

Perfect property to celebrate! Close to state parks to hike and shop Grand Marais
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

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

Absolutely Gorgeous

This place was amazing. The views are incredible, the condo is roomy and comfortable. Beds were very nice. Place was clean and well stocked. The hike in and out was some steps ( 3 flights), but as long as you don't have mobility problems it's fine. Also it's pet friendly which is awesome. Highly recommend this property
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

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

Great Place

I’ve seen here many times it’s a beautiful place, a long trek from the parking lot, best not to pack too much. But a great place with a great view and lots of privacy.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C., Plymouth, MN

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

Long walk to the unit, but well worth it

I love the improvements on the counters and the fireplace. I’ve been coming up here now for about five years. I love the unit, I love the view, love the sound of the water, lots of privacy for both me and my friend on opposite end of the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

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

Great visit to the North Shore

Stayed in this condo over Christmas Eve weekend and it was perfect for our visit. The view is even more incredible than the photos suggest and it's great to hear the waves from Lake Superior in the evening. Kitchen was well-appointed and had everything we needed. Loved the CD and DVD collection in the evenings. Be advised that the sauna is large and takes a while to warm up - plan ahead! We hope to return some time in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina H.

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

Stunning!

An absolute gem with the most incredible views! Quiet retreat to hike, relax and restore. Of all the places we've stayed on the North Shore, this has been a favorite!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

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

Superior Vacation Rental!

We just returned from our fourth visit to this condo, and my next move will be to reserve it again. In addition to a great view of Lake Superior, it gives you the peaceful sound of the Big Lake. The condo is always clean and comfortable. I am a really happy repeat visitor.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Raven R., Chaska, Minnesota

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

Great view!

Very clean and it was a comfortable stay with a gorgeous view.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

vic T., Willmar, MN

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

Beautiful View

Awesome view of Lake Superior and a great location for all North Shore activities!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Such A Great Place to Stay

What a great location for hiking and dining nearby, not to mention the unique beauty on the grounds on this cozy rental, and fun shopping, galleries and dining in nearby wonderful Grand Marais. The property manager is exceptional, and we all could not have had a more wonderful experience here on the North Shore.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Ellen G.

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

Can't beat the location

Condo is in a very convenient location in Tofte, short drive to Temperance Falls, Coho Cafe, Grand Marais. The views from the condo are the best, just beautiful. The condo sits so close to the shoreline it feels like you are almost sitting on the shore. Condo was clean but could use some updates and some TLC things were looking a little worn. The many stairs were a bit of a hassle moving in and moving out but they were not a surprise and we were prepared.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Linda Garrity

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Why they chose this property

It's difficult to find such a private, quiet spot with outstanding and accessible shoreline such as we offer. You'll be only minutes away from fine dining, the Superior Hiking Trail, cross-country ski trails, the bike trail and America's Coolest Small Town, Grand Marais, is just a 20-25 minute drive away.

Languages:

English