The Mermaid Inn is a newer rental property that was purchased 4 years ago and restored to some of it's early 1900 state, using modern technology, but staying with a beach and cottage retreat formula. The Mermaid has a very large fenced in yard with a white picket fence. We have adjusted entry points allowing the opportunity to park your ATV's in the yard, as needed.. We offer both a gas and charcoal grill, and relaxing firepit area. The cottage offers complimentary bicycles. Kayaks for an additional fee, as well as campfire wood. New furnishings, including Master bedroom, living room, guest room, kitchen. The cottage is fully stocked with what we believe is everything you need to truly relax and enjoy your stay. If you find we have missed something, please know we will make every effort to meet your needs immediately. We have a few yard games, as well, and hope you will enjoy your evenings around the fire pit area. The Mermaid has beautiful outdoor patio furnishings, as well. Something for everyone, from relaxing lounge chairs to the beautiful UWharrie adirondack style and more. We offer cable television and we have plenty of books and games, as well as a dvd player and a large variety of movies.
Newer Cottage Listing~ Bikes/Kayaks~Firepit~Perfect Adorable Getaway
- Cottage1100 sq. ft.
- Bedrooms2
- Sleeps5
- Bathrooms1
- Half Baths0
- Min Stay1 - 3 nights
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath. Sleeps 6 ~ Beautifully furnished. White picket fence
Owner
Kristine Tate
- Speaks:
- english
- Calendar last updated:
- Oct 17, 2018
About Kristine Tate
I am originally from the Upper Penninsula and left the area in 1983. I spent the last 20+ years in South Florida as a Flight Attendant and Business Owner. I recently relocated back to the Munising area to allow my children to experience wonderful Midwest living and the beautiful outdoors.
Kristine Tate purchased this Cottage in 2015
Why Kristine Tate chose Grand Marais
I have always loved Grand Marais and felt a special attachment to the area many years ago. There is just something about being here that is really good for the soul! I purchased this home after seeing it while on the garden tour through Grand Marais. It is a very old home and needed quite a bit of attention. My friends and family thought I had lost my mind and tried to persuade me otherwise. There is such a great feeling inside this home. I knew there had to be alot of happy memories created and so much history. While I worked on the home, several local people stopped to visit and share those stories with me. Just as I had expected, they were amazing stories about great families and the wonderful lives that were lived on the corner of Carlson.
What makes this Cottage unique
The location is just perfect. Being a few blocks from the water makes for great summer nights by the bonfire. It's much warmer inland, without the breeze, as summer temps in Grand Marais are generally on the cooler side. While in Grand Marais, I walk and bike everywhere I need to be. I also enjoy the evenings sitting on the porch and visiting with locals and tourists as they stroll the neighborhoods, dog walk, and bike. Car watching on H-58 is also entertaining as many exotic car clubs make the trip from Munising to Grand Marais daily. For the winter enthusiast, we have plenty of parking for trucks and trailers.
Amenities
- Children Welcome
- TV
- Satellite or Cable
- Washer & Dryer
- No Smoking
- Parking
- Heater
Bedrooms
- 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 5
- Master Bedroom1 queen
- Bedroom 21 twin/ single, 1 bunk bed, Rollalway and airmatresses included. Bunk is a dbl bottom
- The Master Bedroom in furnished with a beautiful Main Cottage Queen size bed. There are 2 side chairs, nightstands and beautiful whitewashed original plank floors. 2 sets of windows for great nighttime sleeping with a crisp fresh breeze. 2nd Bedroom has a set of Bunk Beds, the bottom being a full size mattress. One twin bed and a rollaway and air mattresses in the closet for this room.
Bathrooms
- 1 Bathroom
- Bathroom 1toilet, combination tub/shower
- Adorable Lily Pulitzer style bathroom. Full tub/shower and toilet. Separate sink and mirror area outside the bathroom.
Location Type
- VillageLocated1 block from the Lake Superior. Walking distance to all restaurants, bars, shops, banking and postal service. ATV and Snowmobile trails have direct access from the cottage.
Meals
- Guests provide their own meals
General
- Heating
- Linens Provided
- Washing Machine
- Clothes Dryer
- Parking
- Towels Provided
- Iron & Board
- Hair Dryer
- Living RoomOld HOllywood style. Comfy and cozy.
Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- StovePropane
- Oven
- Microwave
- Coffee Maker
- Toaster
- Pantry Items
- Dishes & Utensils
- KitchenVery large kitchen area. New dining table and chairs.
Dining
- Dining Area
- comfy seating for 6 people
Entertainment
- Television
- Satellite / Cable
- Stereo
- DVD Player
- Books
- Games
- Video Library
Outside
- Lawn / GardenLarge yard and beautiful flowers
- Kayak / CanoeKayaks are available on site for rental. Includes car carrier and pull tug carrier. Easy to operate
- BicyclesBicycles are included in the rental
- Outdoor Grill
Suitability
- wheelchair inaccessible
Notes
- Bicycles provided at no additional charge
House Rules
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Cancellation Policy
100% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date. 50% refund if canceled at least 14 days before arrival date.
32 Reviews
We love The Mermaid Cottage!
This is our group’s second stay at The Mermaid Cottage and we plan to come back again! Kristine is very helpful and responsive. The cottage is very clean and cute and has everything we needed. Highly recommend.
Great place.
Perfect quiet getaway.
Thank you very much for your review of our property. We’re happy you enjoyed your stay!
Charming cottage in charming small town
Cottage is perfectly situated for day trips to pictured rocks, soo locks, whitefish point, Tahquamenon falls. Grand Marais is charming and very walkable to all sights from cottage. Cottage was clean and had all the amenities needed for an enjoyable stay.
Great location and close to everything!
The house was great. We loved how it was within walking distance to town and the lake. We took the bikes out a few times which was lovely. The amenities were not lacking, the house was clean and spacious enough for our party, and we’re already planning our next stay! Thanks so much for opening your home to us!!
Great cottage with all the amenities
Our family of 4 stayed here for 3 nights in late July. The cottage was perfect for our needs, with plenty of room and stocked with everything we could need like dishes, games, movies, and bikes. The cottage is a short walk or bike ride into town and to the beach and is perfectly situated for day trips to Pictured Rocks and Tahquamenon Falls.
Thank you for taking the time to review our cottage. We are happy you enjoyed it. We noticed we missed 1 star on the review:). Anything we could do differently or something we missed would be greatly appreciated! We strive to ensure each and every guest has everything they need to thoroughly enjoy their vacation time. Thanks again!
Perfect cottage in perfect location! We hope to return.
Everything we could need was provided. We loved Grand Marais and the cottage simply added to our enjoyment.
Map
The Mermaid Inn's corner location is conveniently located 2 blocks from the Grand Marais harbor and 1 block from Lake Superior. All village restaurants, bars, shopping, etc. are within 2 blocks from the property. Bicycles (which are provided) enable our guests to travel to waterfalls, sand dunes, etc.
Availability
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