Duluth Beach Cottage on Lake Superior - Historic Home Duluth, Minnesota Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 62677

Over the dunes and to the beach

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Location: Duluth, Minnesota, USA (3 miles from the Lift Bridge on Park Point on the beach side)

Accommodations:  Lake Cottage, 3 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 1 Bath (Sleeps 6)

"Cottage on the Point" is located on Lake Superior's grand Duluth beach with five miles of extraordinary sand. This historic home, built in the late 1880's, rumored to be a hunting lodge, is now completely restored. Remodeled and redecorated it is full of old Duluth charm and modern conveniences.

The cottage is three miles from the world famous aerial lift bridge and Canal Park activities. It is one and a half miles from the Park Point recreation area with sailing and boat launch facilities. The cottage is located in a residential neighborhood, with private beach access. Step back to a time when the pace was slower and relax in your own private beach cottage.

Park Point offers many wonderful activities and we are prepared to help you enjoy it with four kayaks, one aluminum canoe, two adult life vests and beach mats and towels. Come prepared to enjoy the sun, but if it should rain, you can enjoy the supply of videos, DVD's, games and books perfect for a relaxing vacation.

Don't miss a chance to rent this extraordinary home at a price below the cost of a hotel room or conduminum rental. You can have it all - three large bedrooms, large living room / great hall with gas fireplace, dining room, kitchen, laundry room, front porch, back porch, gas grill and of course the beach - all located in quiet neighborhood. It is the best Duluth has to offer and it is away from the crowds that are found at lakeside hotels and condumiums.


EXTRA BONUS: If you like psychological suspense novels, check out books by award winning author Brian Freeman (bfreemanbooks). Our historic beach cottage will be featured in Freeman's third novel that arrived in bookstores in January 2008, featuring Jonathan Stride and Serena Dial. The forward to this third novel reads: "Much of this novel was conceived and researched in a rental cottage on Park Point in Duluth that bears suspicious similarity to the home now owned by Stride and Serena. Your can actually stay there yourself, or tour the home at cottageonthepoint." Or just send in a VRBO inquiry now for your dates and see if you can enjoy this historic cottage for your vacation.

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• Amenities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Linens Provided
  • Off Street Parking
  • Gas Fireplace
• Beds
  • Queen Bed (2)
  • Twin/Single Bed (2)
  • Convertible Bed: extra wide thickly padded built in benches around the fireplace could be used for sleeping, especially for a child.
• Entertainment
  • Cable/Satellite TV: 37" TV with VCR and DVD connected to Cable TV
  • DVD
  • VCR
  • Video Library: numerous family oriented DVD's and videos including a great collection of classic Walt Disney videos.
  • CD Player
  • Music Library
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen
  • Cooking Utensils Provided: full set of glassware,dishes,cookware, blender, toaster, mixer, and coffee grinder.
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
• Outdoor Features
  • Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
  • Deck/Patio: Front porch with seating for six and a back deck with the gas grill.
• View/Location
  • Water View: the home is located on a point with the bay across the street and the Lake Superior accessible by a path through the yard, trees, and dunes to the water.
• Communications
  • Telephone
  • WiFi (Wireless Internet)
• Other Amenities
  • private beach access, four kayaks, one aluminum canoe, two adult life jackets, 6 beach mats,6 beach towels, No Loud Parties or Excessive Drinking
• Suitability
  • No Pets Allowed
  • Kid Friendly: stocked with children's books, games and DVD's
  • Smoking Not Allowed
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Boating
  • Waterskiing
  • Jet Skiing
  • Swimming
  • Windsurfing
  • Biking
  • Cross Country Skiing
  • Downhill/Alpine Skiing
  • Snowboarding
  • Sledding/Tubing
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Hunting
  • Rock Climbing
  • Antiquing
  • Cinemas/Movie Theaters
  • Museums
• Other Activities

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JUNE-SEPT. WEEKLY RENTALS.........$1500/ week (one night free using a
rate of weekdays Sun-Thurs at $250/night and weekend Fri/Sat at $295/night.
OCT-MAY WEEKLY RENTALS ...... $1000/week (based on a daily rate of
weekdays Sun-Thurs at $150/night and weekend Fri/Sat at $225/night
Call for specials during off peak times

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 09/01/09
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  The Elder Family , Alexandria, VA
  • The Cottage on the Point is a perfect place for a family vacation. The Burns’ are very gracious hosts and maintain a lovely cottage. Our three boys had a wonderful vacation swimming in Lake Superior, paddling the provided kayaks, playing in the sand, flying kites, and roasting s’mores and hot dogs on the beach. There is plenty of space in the home. The kitchen is well appointed and having a washing machine and dryer makes vacationing with an infant a much more pleasant experience. Duluth is a great town and serves as a great base to explore other parts of the Northland. We look forward to our next visit.
• 07/06/09
  Positive Rating
  Barbara Kernan , Eau Claire, Wi
  • Our family stayed at the Burns' cottage during the week my son was married in Duluth. It was an ideal spot for us to gather and prepare for the celebration together. The house graciously accommodated my 88 year old aunt, two teen agers, and me. There was ample space, charm, comfort, and peace to keep all of us happy. Early morning and late night moonlight walks on the beach provided a calm that promoted good moods and cooperation even with all the commotion of the weekend's events. The details of the decor are imaginative, and in keeping with the age of the home. The Burns are the most cordial hosts, warm and welcoming yet respectful of our privacy. I truly did not want to leave. Pat has provided a great service to the Park Point neighborhood in preserving this historic property. We LOVED this house!
• 07/05/09
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  Dorothy Moore , Chicago, IL
  • My four sisters and a niece stayed at this rental for a week. We enjoyed sitting around the dining room table in the morning having coffee together and sitting in the huge/comfortable living room in the evening talking or watching movies. The cottage was great, it was clean and comfortable we felt so at home. My sister and I walked the beach every morning, although we got lost the first morning it was great. We felt so at home, it was very relaxing. It was nice knowing that the owners were just a few steps away. This is a place that we would return to without giving it a second thought. Thanks Pat for making our vacation so relaxing.
• 08/20/08
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  Deborah Lucchesi , Dryden, NY
  • We highly recommend this beautiful home away from home. For years when I lived in SE MN, I dreamed of moving to Duluth; and Park Point, in particular, always has held its alure for me. This home was everything I had hoped and more for our stay in Duluth prior to my daughter's wedding...a perfect place to relax with the bride and groom, and entertain family and friends for dinner and outings on the beach. We even were able to walk down to the Blues fest to hear the last band! The cottage is tastefully decorated and has all the amenities of home, but with much added charm! The huge front porch was a big hit for us, and of course being on Park Point with that powerful, gorgeous lake just outside our door was perfect. The owners are wonderfully friendly and obviously care very much that their guests enjoy their stay. The kayaks provided much fun in the surf; even my 82 year old mother was able to enjoy a few moments in the kayak on Lake Superior! What a great place to ease pre-wedding jitters for all. We plan to go back, and this time spend more time in the water, bring our bikes and the sea kayaks, hike the SHT, and really kick back! You won't be disappointed in this vacation property.
• 06/18/08
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  Notasha ,
  • We had the absolute best time here. This is one of the nicest rental properties we have ever stayed out. Not only is it stocked and furnished with everything you could possible need, but it is furnished with high quality stuff. It was very clean and highly taken care of. You can tell the owners have poured their hearts into it. There were games, books, movies, and a huge sitting deck making our time together so relaxing and fun. The kids loved running up and down the beach in the back and we brought home half the sand in their toys. I would recommend this to anyone - anytime. I can't wait until we go back.
• 05/20/08
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  Marcia ,
  • Lake Superior living at its finest! This cottage has it all. Its location, in a residential neighborhood on "the Point" is calm and relaxed, but a very short distance from Canal Park and all that Duluth and Superior have to offer! Great beach access (sand beach), off-street parking, and beautifully maintained property. Decor is wonderfully artistic, yet comfortable and homey (not "touristy" like a hotel or resort); fully equipped kitchen, lovely linens, cable tv, internet access, washer/dryer, beautiful fireplace. All amenities are top quality and owners clearly take great pride in maintaining everything and making sure you enjoy your stay. As long-time Duluth residents, they can give you great tips on sightseeing, restaurants, and shopping. One stay at this lovely cottage and you'll never want to stay anywhere else in the Duluth/Superior area
• 05/19/08
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  Marcia ,
  • Lake Superior living at its finest! This cottage has it all. Its location, in a residential neighborhood on "the Point" is calm and relaxed, but a very short distance from Canal Park and all that Duluth and Superior have to offer! Great beach access (sand beach), off-street parking, and beautifully maintained property. Decor is wonderfully artistic, yet comfortable and homey (not "touristy" like a hotel or resort); fully equipped kitchen, lovely linens, cable tv, internet access, washer/dryer, beautiful fireplace. All amenities are top quality and owners clearly take great pride in maintaining everything and making sure you enjoy your stay. As long-time Duluth residents, they can give you great tips on sightseeing, restaurants, and shopping. One stay at this lovely cottage and you'll never want to stay anywhere else in the Duluth/Superior area.
• 03/20/08
  Positive Rating
  The Richard's Family , Scottsdale, AZ
  • Thank you for providing such accurate information on your website to help us plan the perfect family retreat. The spacious cabin was charming, comfortable and made us feel "at home" on our vacation. The access to the amazing beach and use of your kayaks were a huge bonus for us. We will be back again in late summer to enjoy a break from our dessert heat.
• 03/18/08
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  , St. Paul, MN
  • We have stayed at this delightful cottage multiple times and must reiterate what all of the comments posted have said. This is a wonderful place to stay. Each of the three bedrooms is charming and comfortable, the furnishings are cozy, and all of the amentities make it a perfect get-a-way for families, a girls' weekend, or just some couples who want to enjoy the beauty of the area together. A well-appointed kitchen (including washer and drier), full-size fridge, electric stove/oven, microwave and beautiful dining area with utensils and dishware makes this the perfect spot for preparing quiet, romantic dinners, or inviting friends over for an evening of wine and cheese by the beautiful brick fireplace. The cottage is very conveniently located for exploring all of Duluth and Superior, with off-street parking (a huge plus during the tourist season). The owners live nearby and ensure that the cottage and property are absolutely immaculate! We have recommended this cottage to all of our friends and will stay there any time our schedules (and theirs--they book up quickly, so best to plan ahead rather than be disappointed) allow.
• 11/27/07
  Positive Rating
  Diane Leonard , Phoenix, Arizona
  • My sisters flew in from the East Coast to Duluth to join me for a long weekend. The cottage is charming! We spent the weekend, relaxing, reading, taking walks on the beach, and enjoying our time together in a beautiful atmosphere. Duluth is a great place to be -- we left with memories that will be in our hearts forever.

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