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The Most Centrally Located Vacation Rental In Duluth!

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Living area
View of the house in the summer.
View from the house to the street
Living room and steps
New comfy sectional

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 71200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Duluth, MN
  • St. Luke's Hospital
    13 min walk
  • College of St. Scholastica
    13 min walk
  • University of Minnesota Duluth
    3 min drive
  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.)
    12 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Badger Room

1 Twin Bunk Bed

Moose Room

1 Queen Bed

Packer Room

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1 is upstairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Pink Throne

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

The Most Centrally Located Vacation Rental In Duluth!

Urban Silent Sports Retreat is a house built in 1908 with all original wood floors, that is centrally located a mile up from beautiful Lake Superior. This spacious three bedroom, full bath and a half house with full unfinished basement and attached garage has plenty of safe storage for your bicycles, Nordic skis, canoe's and kayaks! Basement is set up for waxing your Nordic skis and we have some bikes and Nordic skis available for renters.

If you are looking for posh, planning to party, smoke at all, do drugs or drink excessively, you'll have to find a different place to rent.

If you want a very quiet house in a nice established neighborhood to use as your home base while you paddle the rivers, bike, run, hike or ski the trails of Outdoor Magazine's top outside town, this is your place!

Home, with much of it's original woodwork, is located less than a mile from Chester Bowl and Bagley which have both running, mountain biking, and Nordic ski trails.

The home is just blocks from being on the Duluth Traverse, less than a mile from Chester, Leif Erickson, and Bagley. We are centrally located so you can quickly get to Spirit Mountain, Superior Hiking Trail, and so, so, so much more!!!

Your hosts spend most of their free time on the numerous trails and bodies of water in the area and would love to share their knowledge with you to help you plan your excursions!

Limit of 7 people, pets only upon approval, $75 pet fee.

Our home is a safe, secure, licensed rental PL20-089 .

Check in is after 3pm and check out is 10 am unless we are vacant after you, then you are welcome to stay all day, just ask us...we are super flexible if it's empty before or after! We recently updated the decor in the entire home, replaced quite a bit of the furniture, and got a new stove!

Property manager

Wayne Graves
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Children must be watched closely!!

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 5 total
Pets allowed upon pre approval. $75 fee.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We do not rent to anyone who smokes!!
Strict noise policy no parties.
No heavy drinking or parties. Will result in immed
No smoking in or out. $500 fine for it!

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 deadbolt lock

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Duluth

Located on a river, this vacation home is in East Hillside, a neighborhood in Duluth. NorShor Theatre and Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Marshall W. Alworth Planetarium and North Shore Scenic Railroad. Traveling with kids? Consider S.S. William A. Irvin Ore Boat Museum, or check out an event or a game at Duluth Entertainment Convention Center. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Duluth, MN

What's nearby

  • College of St. Scholastica - 13 min walk
  • University of Minnesota Duluth - 3 min drive
  • Duluth Entertainment Convention Center - 4 min drive
  • AMSOIL Arena - 5 min drive
  • Bayfront Festival Park - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Superior Dining Center - UMD - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Lucé Duluth - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Alakef Coffee Roasters - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burrito Union - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Blacklist Brewing - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Most Centrally Located Vacation Rental In Duluth! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 5 total).

What time is check-in at The Most Centrally Located Vacation Rental In Duluth!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Most Centrally Located Vacation Rental In Duluth!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Most Centrally Located Vacation Rental In Duluth! located?

This family-friendly Duluth vacation home is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of Chester Park, Lake Superior, and University of Minnesota Duluth. College of St. Scholastica and St Luke's Pavillion are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brigid H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Duluth trip
House was as described! Reminded me of my childhood home in the Midwest. Great location! Wonderful communication and advice:)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girl's Weekend
Very nice quant home with alot of old charm.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

DONNA P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
family getaway
The house was clean and well appointed. It was in a great location with easy access to downtown. It was nice to have a garage, so we didn't have to park on the street. Loved the football theme. I have a lot of family in Wisconsin...go Packers!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mari F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Duluth Stay
The communications with the owners was excellent -- they were very nice, responsive, and answered all our questions. They even went out of the way to gather more information about the marathon route for us. The property is very centrally located to Duluth and easy to get to - this is definitely a plus! The house was very clean. Liked that there was a coffee pot, lots of towels, some snacks. Cute place!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Katie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Duluth stay
Totally met our needs for our stay! Hosts communicated well in a timely manner. Place was clean & well appointed but is definitely an older home—floors are very creaky & wouldn’t recommend for light sleepers.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pet friendly is a bonus!
Nice location with the park nearby!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Family Home
We chose this house because it is a similar layout to my grandparents' former home, which is a few blocks away. This is an older house in a quiet neighborhood, all the amenities of home, definitely not a hotel. Great selection of games and books and Up North Wisconsin decor. Kitchen has more dishes than you could ever need. There aren't cabinets available to stash your food while you stay, but there is some counter space and the garage has space to put your emptied cooler and boxes or bags.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Owners were super nice- great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Will r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
4th of Jumy
Easy process and quiet location for a long weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Centrally located rustic home
Centrally located, accurate listing details, friendly host, and clear instructions. Easy to find everything. Water temp and pressure were great. This home is great for a small family looking for a quiet, smoke-free location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location and Hosts
The name they have given this property is spot on. Easy access to anywhere in Duluth. Hosts provide very clear instructions for check in, use, and check out. We will definitely be staying here again the next time we are in town!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute old home
My family enjoyed the space in the house. Location made it easy to get anywhere in Duluth. House has a lot of charm.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Duluth Delight
A perfect ‘home base’ for us to join extended family for a celebration/ reunion!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant stay
We were very happy with our stay. Lots room for the whole family. The kitchen was well stocked with items needed for cooking. The floors were a little squeeky BUT to be expect with the age of the house. We would definitely stay here again if visiting Duluth.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Romina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for vacationing!
My friends and I stayed here for Spring Break. It was awesome! We had a great time and had lots of entertainment options. Eve and Wayne were super nice, Eve was in communication with me at all times and even offered to let us stay longer after there was a snowstorm!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cat J., Cresco, Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place great location and great property owners
GREAT FIVE STARS
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay in Duluth!
Our family very much enjoyed our stay at ”The Most Centrally Located Vacation Rental in Duluth”. Communication was definitely quick and very informative. We got there nearly at midnight, but with all of the instructions was not a problem to find, even in the dark. The house was cool when we got there (outside temps were low 20’s I think?), but warmed up so fast. The house was very well equipped with everything we needed, and some nice extras too. We appreciated the Keurig (coffee maker available too). My mother-in-law loved the hot chocolate! We were able to use the decks of cards. We brought some too, and played a crazy game where basically everyone plays solitaire at once. There were some fun books, great recommendations for restaurants and things to do. My teenage daughter liked the pink toilet and had something to talk about later with her friends. We got to see the largest waterfall in Wisconsin. Check it out- it’s in Superior and not far from the road. :) The location was super convenient, and not too far from our son’s apartment near campus. It was great to see where he lives and what’s around there too. Duluth is a beautiful city- thank you Eve and Wayne for our wonderful visit! I hope we can come back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
It was the perfect location to get to all the sights of Duluth! Eve was very helpful and we had everything we needed for the weekend. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zac Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Early January 2024
Used this cozy home as a base camp for skiing excursions. Worked great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
NYE stay
Central location
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good spot to stay
Near UMD & downtown
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for us
This property was perfect for my family. Close to everything in Duluth. The owners had great communication and I couldn’t be happier to have stayed there.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Holly A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dog and family friendly
This is only our 2nd vrbo experience and the communication was excellent. Especially good for WI sports fans even tho we route for purple and gold! Our college kids enjoyed the cozy environment for our UMD family weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C., Crete, IL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute Bungalow on the Hill
…conveniently located close to downtown Duluth… nice stay with good company!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abner R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy
Great place for relaxing, good location, and entertainment for all ages. Love the Pink Throne. Great recommendations on restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Wayne Graves

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We are both avid Silent Sports Enthusiasts who enjoy this magnificent outdoor playground of Duluth on a daily basis. Eve is originally from Southern Wisconsin and a huge Badger and Packer fan. Wayne is from the Proctor area which is just outside of Duluth. We Mountain bike, road bike, paddle, run, row, Nordic ski and do anything else that is silently powered by us in the outdoors on a daily basis. Eve has written articles for Silent Sports Magazine for the past twelve years along with blogging on Northlandrunner. In addition, she has been the top ski trail reporter for Skinnyski for the past few years! Wayne has been working for Super One stores for thirty years and enjoys his job! Eve who was formerly a teacher and accountant, now coaches adults who are beginners and those who like to go slowly in running roads, trails, and Nordic skiing. Both Eve and Wayne officiate at the state Nordic and Cross Country meets and used to volunteer for all of Grandma's events for two decades. Eve also times a lot of silent sports events, takes photos at many of them, and puts a few on.

Why they chose this property

We lived here until recently when we moved ten miles away to be able to walk out the front door and into several parks, the Superior Hiking Trail, and have some land.

What makes this property unique

This property is centrally located and has safe indoor storage for all those Silent Sports toys along with a waxing area and bench for Nordic skis. UMD, St. Scholastica, Chester Bowl, Bagley and Lake Superior are all within a mile of this house! Our website details how close we are to so many other outdoor playgrounds!

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