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North Shore Lighthouse Suites ~ Anderson Suite~With Sauna and Outdoor Fire Pit

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Exterior
Entrance to each private suite.
View walking in
Gas fireplace
View from back bedroom

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Duluth, MN
  • Tom's Historic Logging Camp
    17 min walk
  • Glensheen Historic Estate
    17 min drive
  • University of Minnesota Duluth
    19 min drive
  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.)
    29 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Anderson Suite guest bedroom

1 King Bed

Anderson Suite Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Anderson Suite main bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Anderson Suite Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

North Shore Lighthouse Suites ~ Anderson Suite~With Sauna and Outdoor Fire Pit

The North Shore Lighthouse Suites are completely finished and now have new saunas. The building was a model of a lighthouse in Copper Harbor Michigan. Prior to our purchase of the property, in the fall of 2014, the building served as a quaint nautical themed restaurant.

♦ ♦ We now have an outdoor sauna....one for each suite. See the pictures ♦ ♦

It has now become two very spacious living quarters with all the comforts of home and more. Each unit has been named after two infamous Lake Superior Ships, the Fitzgerald and the Anderson. Each suite offers large master bedrooms with spacious bathrooms, including whirlpool tubs. The additional bedroom is also spacious and comfortable. The open floor plan for the kitchen and living room make it perfect for your group to unwind after a long day exploring the North Shore. Along with the cozy gas fireplaces, you will find your own large private patio. Equipped with furniture and gas grill. You will also find massive fire pits that will seat everyone in your group. No need to bring firewood, that is supplied free of charge. Need to do laundry? No problem, we have a washer and dryer conveniently located in each suite.

We can supply you maps of beautiful hiking trails with hidden waterfalls when you book with us. We are working on other "perks" as well.

For our winter guests there is the Korkki Nordic Ski trail a few miles from our suites and also a state snowmobile trail

Big groups or families can rent out both suites to accommodate up to 12 people!

More information on the suites.

Anderson Suite ~ Sleeps 6
Master bedroom with King size bed
King size bed in room #2
Queen size sofa sleeper in living room
Twin deluxe air mattress and bedding available for extra charge. Inquire if needed

Fitzgerald Suite ~ sleeps 6
Master bedroom with King size bed
Queen size bed in room #2
Queen size sofa sleeper in living room
Twin deluxe air mattress and bedding available for extra charge. Inquire if needed

Each suite will be listed separately on the VRBO site

Property manager

Kathy Kunst
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
I have a pack n play and high chair if needed

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
A contract will be sent to you after booking and must be signed and returned soon after booking and before check in information is given.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Duluth

Located in Duluth, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Lester Park Golf Course and Superior Hiking Trail 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 Flood Bay State Wayside. Travelling with kids? Consider Marshall W. Alworth Planetarium and S.S. William A. Irvin Ore Boat Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Duluth, MN

What's nearby

  • Tom's Historic Logging Camp - 17 min walk
  • Glensheen Historic Estate - 17 min drive
  • University of Minnesota Duluth - 19 min drive
  • Bayfront Festival Park - 22 min drive
  • Miller Hill Mall - 28 min drive

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Russ Kendall's Smoke House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪New Scenic Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mocha Moose Coffee & Gift Shop - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ledge Rock Grille - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lighthouse On Homestead - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is North Shore Lighthouse Suites ~ Anderson Suite~With Sauna and Outdoor Fire Pit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at North Shore Lighthouse Suites ~ Anderson Suite~With Sauna and Outdoor Fire Pit?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at North Shore Lighthouse Suites ~ Anderson Suite~With Sauna and Outdoor Fire Pit?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is North Shore Lighthouse Suites ~ Anderson Suite~With Sauna and Outdoor Fire Pit located?

This family-friendly Duluth holiday home is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Superior and Tom's Historic Logging Camp. Lester River and Lester Park Golf Course are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bruce M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place to stay!
I can only say good things about this place. It was very clean, stocked with everything you need, was easy to get to, not to mention beautiful! The owner was more than easy to work with, and we had no problems with anything. The house was spacious with more than enough room for 4. It was nice that the bedrooms were on opposite sides of the house, which offered privacy. I would not hesitate booking this place again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
College Reunion Trip
Lovely place, terrific weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect North Shore getaway
Very clean and convenient location! Wonderful sauna and fire pit. Very well stocked with everything 😊 Second time here!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent and Comfortable Stay
What an excellent space! It was better than advertised! Extremely spacious bedrooms and bathrooms. The space was very clean. The outdoor space was excellent with the sauna and fire pit. Our kids loved sleeping in a lighthouse. The best part though was the location! 20 minutes from both Duluth and Two Harbors makes it the perfect spot to adventure north or hit the shops and restaurants on the canal! Overall, such a fun and comfortable spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Two Harbors trip
My family found everything to be as stated. Clean and spacious. Great location to both Duluth and Two Harbors.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
4th of July
Property was immaculate, very kid friendly and in a great location for both Duluth and North Shore Activities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun place
Very clean. Loved the sauna and fire pit. This is a great location to explore Duluth and Two Harbors. The lighthouse theme is great.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring Get away
Loved the space that included two king size bedrooms, very comfortable, very clean and well stocked with everything you need for a home.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Getaway
I booked the Anderson Suite for a weekend getaway with my best friend to surprise her for her birthday. When we pulled up, my bestie was SO excited and couldn’t stop talking about how amazing everything was. The lighthouse and the decor around the suite was beautiful and it was a large space. We definitely didn’t need that much space for the two of us, but it was a nice change from us usually staying in hotels. The suite was very clean and had everything we needed. The directions for check out and how to use the amenities were easy to understand, and the sauna was a dream. Communication with Kathy was quick and she was great to work with. The suite is about 20 minutes from Two Harbors, so it was easy to go in and out of town while staying in a quiet area. I am planning to stay again in the future and my best friend also talked about using both suites for family vacation. It was lovely, and just the thing we both needed for our relaxing weekend. Thank you, Kathy, for the incredible experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
Right in between two harbors and Duluth plenty of activities in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place!
The North Shore Lighthouse Suites in Duluth, is an amazing place! The home is immaculate and so cozy. The owners have an extraordinary eye for detail, which made all of us feel welcome and at home. My sisters, our mom and I are all looking forward to another girls weekend next year! Thank you, Kathy and Pat! 🤗🤗
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicki H., Manhattan, MT. USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Nice!!
Great location, very clean, well equipped for all your needs!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location
When we visit the North Shore, we're active. We like to hike and enjoy nature. We also like to visit Canal Park and other parts of Duluth. The Lighthouse Suites are perfectly positioned between Duluth and Two Harbors. You're 20 minutes out of Duluth and about 15 from Two Harbors. Great outdoor area with a patio and a fire pit. Not to mention a Sauna. We stayed in the Anderson Suite and it worked perfectly for 2 couples.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B., Minneapolis, Minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family weekend
We had a wonderful weekend even with the pouring rain. We were in town for a wedding and wanted to extend the weekend a bit. The home was exactly as described, very clean and well stocked with anything we needed during our stay. Beds were comfortable, linens were great and we never heard any noise from our neighbors in the unit next door. Even though there were 2 units on the property they did a very nice job of creating privacy for them both. With the crummy weather the sauna was a nice perk and we look forward to coming back in better weather to enjoy the outdoor space even more.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lighthouse suites are the best!
There was absolutely no stone unturned when the owners designed, furnished & stocked our suite! There wasn’t a thing missing that we could have possibly wanted! It was secluded, yet convenient to everything we wanted to see in the area! So glad for the last-minute cancellation by someone else that made it possible for us to enjoy this gem of a place!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great North Shore getaway
This was a perfect home base for a long weekend trip to the north shore. The property had everything our family needed and plenty of space for the 5 of us. We really enjoyed the fire pit with endless firewood in our private side yard. The North Shore Scenic Railroad runs about 100 yards away - the kids liked watching and waving to the train as it made an evening run. All in all it’s a great property for a stay in the Duluth/Two Harbors area. Very clean, well appointed, and well maintained.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Experience! Would Stay Again!
Well-maintained property, central location, easy access to both North Shore hwy’s. Kitchen is well equipped and we didn’t really hear much from our vacation neighbors in the adjoining suite. Great private fire pit, plenty of firewood. They’ve thought of everything to make this place nice and comfortable. I’d stay again and bring more family for a total takeover of the lighthouse!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
I liked the location and property. The location wasn’t too far from town. Was nice and peaceful. The set up of the property was nice. I liked that we had plenty of rooms and space for all of us. I liked the outside area. We enjoyed sitting outside and having a fire. I would definitely come back to this place again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect base for Duluth and North Shore Stay
We were looking for a base camp for 2 couples for 4 days/3 nights of waterfall visits and time in Duluth. So very glad we stayed at the Lighthouse Suites. Everything promised in the ad was delivered. We inquired about an early checkin and a speedy response from the owner confirmed that would work. Location is convenient to Duluth and just off Hwy 61. 2 bedrooms with king beds worked perfect. Thanks to Pat and Kathy.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nora O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
I felt so comfortable staying here, the bed was comfortable, the attention to detail was outstanding. Kathy was so easy to deal with I would come back over and over again and plan to. It feels like home.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Owners were so easy to work with.
We felt very much at home. It was a rough weekend with the snow. But having to be inside was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Winter Getaway
My partner and I wanted some time away from the city, and this property was exactly what we were looking for. The place was clean, well-stocked, and right by the lake. We spent four days here, and we enjoyed every second.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great space!
Clean and comfortable. Lots of kitchen items and thoughtful extras.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johanna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing and luxurious
We enjoyed the quality and special features that made our stay feel extra special!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Tami M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location between Duluth and Grand Marias.
The property was very comfortable and accommodating. We loved the sauna after hiking. All was nice and organized in the rooms. My only suggestion was the seating was not great (comfortable) for everyone to sit and watch TV. ELSE..it was great. We wanted to relax together after being on the go and hiking all day. ONLY suggestion!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kathy Kunst

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We are business owners in Duluth MN. Every year we take our kids on a family vacation and rent through VRBO. It was a perfect fit for us because we didn't like being crammed in a small hotel room with 5 kids or the expense of getting 2 hotel rooms. We always talked about opening up a vacation rental and when the old Lighthouse Restaurant was for sale we knew exactly what we wanted to do with it!

Why they chose this property

The North Shore Lighthouse Suites are located between Duluth and Two Harbors, 150 yards from the shores of Lake Superior. This unique building was built in 2007 as a quaint nautical themed restaurant. When the business closed it's doors we were were able to purchase it with one thing in mind, to create one of the most unique and incredible places to stay on the North Shore.

What makes this property unique

We were able to take the wide open space of the building and sculpt it into 2 spacious suites. This allow us to rent them separately or together for large groups or families.

Our guests love the fact they can have lots of room to gather and relax in stead of hanging out in a hotel room.

The North Shore scenic railroad runs near the suites. The tracks are used for entertainment only

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English

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