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Big Red a newly renovated 4 bedroom historic home in the heart of Grand Marais!

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Located a half block from shopping and restaurants!
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 92200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Grand Marais, MI
  • Place, Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Pickle Barrel House Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Light Keepers House Museum
    ‪18 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area

About this property

Big Red a newly renovated 4 bedroom historic home in the heart of Grand Marais!

Your vacation will start off right in this beautifully renovated 1870’s historic home. It has a light and airy spacious feel throughout. Accents of the area will spark a desire to get out and explore all that Grand Marais has to offer. This home has one of the largest yards and indoor living areas. You are a short 1/2 block from the center of downtown and a 1 block walk to the bay and 2 blocks to Lake Superior. This home was just turned into a rental August 2018 so we’re very happy with our great reviews so far. We do change the feel between summer and winter seasons. There is ample parking for your trailers too. Welcome, your going to love your stay!
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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
Home is not child proofed
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
If home is smoked in renter will be charged $250

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

About the neighborhood

Grand Marais

Located in Grand Marais, this vacation home is in the city center and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Superior and Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Grand Marais, MI

What's nearby

  • Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Pickle Barrel House Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Light Keepers House Museum - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Sable Falls - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Seney National Wildlife Refuge - 40 min drive - 59.2 km

Getting around

  • Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.) - 119 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Dunes Saloon Lake Superior Brewing Company - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Grand Marais Tavern - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Breakwall - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Dream Bean Machine - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪West Bay Diner & Delicatessen - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Red a newly renovated 4 bedroom historic home in the heart of Grand Marais! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Big Red a newly renovated 4 bedroom historic home in the heart of Grand Marais!?

As of Mar 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Big Red a newly renovated 4 bedroom historic home in the heart of Grand Marais! on May 19, 2026 start from $368, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Big Red a newly renovated 4 bedroom historic home in the heart of Grand Marais!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Red a newly renovated 4 bedroom historic home in the heart of Grand Marais!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Big Red a newly renovated 4 bedroom historic home in the heart of Grand Marais! located?

Located in the heart of Grand Marais, this vacation home is steps from Pickle Barrel House Museum and Lake Superior. Light Keepers House Museum and Sable Falls are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 108 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chuck C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was beautiful and very comfortable. The host was also very responsive to questions we had. We would definitely recommend this home to anyone looking for a great place to stay in Grand Marais!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

RICHARD C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is beautiful and the location is great. This was the second time we have rented this property and plan on renting again before the winter is over.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sean F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. Location, cleanliness, comfortable, and the owners were all great.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay and the close proximity to everything in town and beaches.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rieke B.

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

nice place to stay

love the location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Don K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and location!Choose Big Red and you won't be disappointed!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

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

Week Trip

The place was fantastic close to the beach and the downtown area.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tammi D.

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

Fun Family Vacation

The house was very clean and perfect for our family vacation. Richard and Jennifer were excellent hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay in Grand Marais at Big Red. The house is in excellent condition and perfectly located to enjoy the town. The kitchen and living room are especially spacious and perfect for hosting a large family group.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

fritz s.

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

Best place to stay in Grand Marais

Perfect place for a family or large group, walking distance for everything in town. Owners are close by and available for any issues or questions. Second time staying here and will definitely book again. House is clean and well maintained and comfortable beds.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shannon M.

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

Great place to stay and close to everything in town

Property was great
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

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

Group Home Vacation

Amazing property! Good location! Loved the stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pictures do not do this property justice! It’s stunning and has everything you need. Perfect location, just a block from restaurants, shops, and the grocery store. Super short walk to the beach! We can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had 6 adults and 1 child for our trip. There was plenty of space for all of us, never bumping into each other. The kitchen is roomy and well stocked. The eating area and living areas were comfortable. The house is less than 1 block from the main street, so it was a very short walk to the restaurants, shops and beach. I would highly recommend this property if visiting Grand Marais.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karolyn W.

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

Enjoyed our time at Grand Marais

The house was extremely clean and well maintained. It was a short walk to the beach and restaurants and also a great central location if you want to explore the Seney Nal Wildlife Refuge and Pictured Rocks.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

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

Excellent house!

We had a great stay at the Big Red house. It was very clean and welcoming. We traveled with 3 young children and it’s a child friendly house with toys for them to play with and a big yard to run around. The location is perfect with only being a block from downtown and close to the beach. Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Pam & Duane M.

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

Great Location

This place was perfect for our long weekend stay. There’s plenty of things to do and see in the area. There’s even a brew pub right across the yard from the house so no driving is required. The house has been recently renovated and was extremely clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Phil P.

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

Great Location

We had a great time in Grand Marais. We were able to walk to the local restaurant and bar and shops. Even though the snow wasn't the best we still had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jake B.

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

Great house and location

The Big Red house is ideal for any trip to GM, walk downtown, easy access to trails and the house is spacious enough for a group. Plenty of parking space for trucks and trailers
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Philip P.

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

Great stay at Big Red

We've been to GM many times since the 70's and have stayed in several rentals. Big Red was great--perfect location in town, great kitchen, sleep # beds, clean, spacious for 5 adults, Roku tv, easy and prompt communication with the owners. Highly recommended, and we would stay again.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

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

Super Clean Nice house

The house was super clean and cozy.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kristin N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved Big Red! It was perfect for our family vacation. We had 7 adults and 1 baby, and we weren't crowded at all. We loved that we could all gather in the family room at the same time to watch movies and play games. Loved the huge kitchen table for family meals. It was close to everything. We walked everywhere we went. I will be renting from them again, and cannot wait for our next stay at Big Red!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Katelynn S.

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

Great Location

Really enjoyed being so close to everything in town! House is nicely updated and furnished. We enjoyed having the mudroom for our shoes, beach items, and riding gear. We also enjoyed having a dishwasher!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Brendan C.

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

Great Family Getaway

Big Red was immaculate. Rich has done an excellent job getting the home ready for renters. There was plenty of space for our family to stretch out. Also had a nice variety of spices in the kitchen. I highly recommend and look forward to future stays.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Irene F.

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

Lovely Roomy Home on the UP

The house was very clean, roomy and nicely remodeled. Big kitchen and dining for cooking and eating together. The host was great and very helpful. Loved the location! If you want to stay in the area this house is a winner!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

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Hosted by Richard and Jennifer Williamson

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