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Walking distance to beaches and downtown

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet access
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1-Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2-Middle Bedroom

1 Double Bed

3-Front Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Walking distance to beaches and downtown

The “Retro Retreat” is a cozy three bedroom mobile home located one block from Woodland Park Campground and the shores of Lake Superior. Downtown restaurants, shops, sandy west bay beach and playground are 4 blocks away. Very large yard with fire pit(wood available to purchase from many locations), charcoal grill(you provide charcoal), patio table and chairs are there for your use. Plenty of parking for your toys. We are local to assist with any questions. Enjoy your stay!!
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:30 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: dogs (limit 1 total)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2219313
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector

About the neighborhood

Grand Marais

Grand Marais is home to Walking distance to beaches and downtown. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Superior and Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore.
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Grand Marais, MI

What's nearby

  • Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • beach near Woodland Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pickle Barrel House Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • beach near Grand Marais - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Light Keepers House Museum - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Dunes Saloon Lake Superior Brewing Company - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Grand Marais Tavern - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Breakwall - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Dream Bean Machine - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪West Bay Diner & Delicatessen - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Walking distance to beaches and downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Walking distance to beaches and downtown?

As of May 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Walking distance to beaches and downtown on May 30, 2026 start from $225, 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 Walking distance to beaches and downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walking distance to beaches and downtown?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

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. 96 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 102 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location, clean, well equipped, and comfortable. Will definitely look to stay here again on our next trip to Grand Marais
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay host is very accomodating
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary C.

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

Mini vacation

The property was very clean the host is very helpful we really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

A L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was absolutely amazing. Perfect location. Super clean. Loved it so much and cannot wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

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

Excellent stay.

Great place to stay with teenagers and a 97 year old day. I would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron H.

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

Rockhound Retreat

Felt like a home away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia J.

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

Lake Superior from a wonderful small town!

I loved our stay in Grand Marias! There is so much to do nearby, and the "Retro Retreat" was perfect for our family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and easy to find.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

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

Rock picking

Great place to stay would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property had everything we needed. It was very clean, roomy and comfortable. We loved being able to walk to the beach, as well as to a sweet little downtown.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sean c.

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

Great Location

This was a great location, very close to the pictured rock park area & the beach. The place had everything we needed & was very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Coral B.

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

Great time.

Had a wonderful stay! Clean, comfortable and convenient to everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet C.

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

Family time

Such a clean and cute place in the BEST location!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trent K.

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

Awesome location for family vacation

Perfect place for our week long vacation! Great location in town with everything you need! Very clean!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patty R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Roomy, clean, bed was extremely comfortable! I know it doesn’t look like much from the front yard, but the inside was charming and met my needs very well. Very close to everywhere I needed to go.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Joe S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was very nice and tidy … the air freshener was a little over powering … nice place though
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

debbie w.

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

Fishing trip

Great place to stay Close to town Very clean Super host
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Milos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at the retro trailer. Great area and the facilities were just what we wanted. Fully stocked with anything you would need to make your stay wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherri B.

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

Grand Marais

Another successful stay in GM.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly W.

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

Beautiful Location

Lovely property! Very well maintained. Would definitely stay again. Great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe H.

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

July Vacation

The place was great. Very clean great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gwyn G.

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

Rock hunt and sxs trip

Great location. Place was as described.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Camille S.

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

Extended Family vacation

We chose this home for the location and was not disappointed!Very well equipped home with all the things you would need! By far the BEST towels ever had at a VRBO! Very clean home and the owners communicated well with us!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

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