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

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Exceptional

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 92200 sq ft

Popular amenities

Washer

Gym

Barbecue grill

Outdoor Space

Kitchen

Fireplace

Explore the area

Grand Marais, MI

Gitche Gumee Agate and History Museum2 min walk
Pickle Barrel House Museum2 min walk
Sable Falls3 min drive
Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.)119 min drive

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

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!

Property manager

Richard and Jennifer Williamson

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Gym

Outdoor Space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Home is not child proofed

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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.

Grand Marais, MI

What's nearby

Gitche Gumee Agate and History Museum - 2 min walk
Pickle Barrel House Museum - 2 min walk
Light Keepers House Museum - 17 min walk
Sable Falls - 3 min drive
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore - 6 min drive

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 Stonehouse Bakery Co. - ‬2 min walk
‪Sportsman's Main Stop - ‬2 min walk
‪Grand Marais Harbor Front Range Light - ‬2 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.

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 Gitche Gumee Agate and History Museum and Lake Superior. Pickle Barrel House Museum and Light Keepers House Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.

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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

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

Jul 23, 2024

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

Big Red for the Win

We loved our stay at Big Red. There were four adults and three children and the house accommodated us all. House is walking distance to the main strip of town. Next door is a ORV (UTV) rental that was awesome as well and we enjoyed trail riding as a family. Listing is correct that there is plenty of room for trailers if you have your own toys. House has a good kitchen, laundry, and big living area with games (board games and foosball). We would recommend staying here and would look to stay here again if we make it back to the area.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip P.

Jul 16, 2024

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

Great stay in Grand Marais

This was our second visit to Big Red. We've been coming to GM for 40+ years so we know the area well. Big Red has been great for us--perfect location in town, clean functional house that has met our needs without an issue and the owners are very responsive to questions. It's been a pleasure to stay here!

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irene F.

May 14, 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Jake B.

Feb 22, 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Sue R.

Jan 24, 2024

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

The Red House

Perfect location..one block from restaurants and the bay. It was great to have 2 nice bathrooms for all of us. Very clean with a great layout. Highly recommend

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenna F.

Jan 19, 2024

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

10/10 We will be back!

Perfect location right in town. Pictures do not do this house justice. Cutest house and tons of space! Hosts were great at responding with questions and check in/check out was so easy. We have stayed in multiple houses through Grand Marais and this is by far one of our absolute favorites. We will be back for sure! We had 3 trucks and trailers and all 3 fit with plenty of space.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy M., Kingsford, usa

Sep 27, 2023

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

Pure bliss

I think my first words words when myself and my Mom walked in was "WOW". It was so beautiful, i was actually speechless. There were 6 of us, and everyone was very comfortable with the place. We had enough room to move around, and the kitchen was stocked well with cooking utensils and vessels. My 88 year old Mother loved the place and enjoyed being able to have a dining room table big enough for us all to eat together ❤️

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy L.

Sep 5, 2023

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

Big Red - Grand Marais

Great location, very clean, lots of space, all the amenities we needed and more, and within walking distance of Restaurants - great service and food, shops. Everyone loved all the beach opportunities. Friendly community. We enjoyed the beautiful area with lots of superb visitor destinations in the area. We were blessed with beautiful weather, a very calm Lake Superior and the chance to truly see the Northern Lights! We highly recommend the Big Red and Grand Marais for an ideal vacation spot. Thank you to our hosts.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy P.

Sep 2, 2023

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

My Happy Place

House has plenty of room to spread out. We Appreciated the extra special touches in the home. GM is my favorite place to be and this house fits all our needs. The owners are amazing to work with and own the ATV power sports shop next door for a day on the trails. Also try the Breakwall restaurant for a delicious breakfast We can’t wait for next year!

Stayed 17 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phil J.

Aug 15, 2023

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

Wonderful time at Big Red

Big Red was clean, comfortable, spacious, and well appointed. A great location with hospitable hosts in a hidden gem of a town. Day trips, walks to the beach and ice cream stand, and a place you’d like to call home, this is an ideal home and town. And, every bed is a sleep number bed giving you some of the best sleep you’ve had in a while.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather R.

Aug 1, 2023

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

Peaceful Relaxing Getaway

The home was even better in person than the pictures. This was one of the best vacations I’ve taken with my family. Lots of recreational activities around the area. Beautiful place to explore and wonderful small lake town. Everything in the town was walking distance and everyone was friendly. Sleep number beds was a nice touch. Lots of little extras in the kitchen coffee creamer seasonings condiments etc. Only thing I would recommend is some additional towels and washcloths otherwise it was an amazing stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deanne H.

Jul 25, 2023

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

We love staying at Big Red!

This was our second time staying at this property. It's the perfect fit and very functional for our family. Things we especially enjoy during our stay: sectional in living space means plenty of room for whole family, sleep number beds and pillows are cozy, multiple tables (especially the newer bigger coffee table) for eating, crafting, puzzling, and games. We especially love being able to walk to the beach! Would love to come back again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

Jul 23, 2023

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

Beautiful Area & Great Property

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Big Red in the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Area. House is very clean and well appointed. Owners were very responsive and helpful. We highly recommend! Thank you!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip P.

Jul 7, 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

Feb 21, 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Duane W.

Feb 20, 2023

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

Snowmobile Trip 2023

Perfect location for our annual Snowmobile trip to Grand Marais. Snowmobile rentals right next door. Love the house. Plenty of room for the 6 of us, with everything we needed! Richard and Jennifer are great people. Always available and willing to help with anything we need. We will be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M.

Feb 12, 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Jan 16, 2023

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

Better than anticipated

The pictures don't do this home justice. This home has allot of character and was spacious, yet cozy. Owners did a nice job of renovating a 100+ year old place. Very clean home and easy to work with people. We are already planning to come again!

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phil P.

Jan 3, 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Janette P.

Sep 29, 2022

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Big beautiful house!

Excellent stay. Very nice property. Accommodated our trucks and trailers perfectly.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Sep 17, 2022

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

Great accommodations

The owners were very kind, thorough and accommodating. We came in early and everything was ready to go. The house was very large and had everything we needed. Very impressed to have all sleep number beds. The kitchen was well stocked and with everything we needed. We have nothing remotely negative to say, very happy with our stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Achyuta A.

Sep 12, 2022

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

Thanks for the very nice experience!

Beautiful property in the heart of Grand Marais. Beautiful renovated farm house. Owners were responsive. Lovely kitchen and family room, and compared to most options in the area, it was a luxury retreat!! Only caveats -- the place smelled slightly of smoke (noncompliant previous occupant maybe =() and the wifi is a little buggy because of different zones. Overall we had a very nice experience though! Thanks

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022