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A wooden staircase with a view of a garden through a glass door.
A modern interior with a wooden staircase, a small window, and a view of the sky.
A modern wooden house with large windows and a balcony.
A modern multi-story house with wooden exterior and balconies, featuring large windows and a driveway.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a television, and a view of the sea.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Lake Superior

Popular amenities

  • Massages in spa
  • Balcony
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Garage parking available
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Grand Marais, MN
  • Place, Grand Marais Art Colony
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cook County Court House
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Sivertson Gallery
    ‪5 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Grand Marais

Located in Grand Marais, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a lake. Grand Marais Golf 'n' Stuff and Pincushion Mountain are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Superior and Cascade River State Park. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Grand Marais, MN

What's nearby

  • North House Folk School - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Grand Marais Art Colony - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Visit Cook County Visitor Information Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cook County Court House - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sivertson Gallery - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 134 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Up Yonder - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Fisherman’s Daughter - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Java Moose Espresso Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gun Flint Tavern - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Aurora- Award Winning- Sauna available pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Aurora- Award Winning- Sauna available?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Aurora- Award Winning- Sauna available?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Aurora- Award Winning- Sauna available located?

Located in the heart of Grand Marais, this holiday home is steps away from Lake Superior, Superior National Forest and North House Folk School. Grand Marais Art Colony and Cook County Court House are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home and location were excellent. Walking distance to everything hiking and bike riding as well. We’ll be back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and modern, convenient location!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed this airy, modern space right in the middle of everything we wanted to do in Grand Marais!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A unique and wonderful property. Cant ask for a better location and proximity to the lakeshore and central Grand Marais. Super clean and very well appointed, and has been pointed out by others perfect for a couple. The hosts are the owners and thus very attentive to their guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great and as described. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
The location and accommodation to dogs
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Great location and esp views of bay. I didn’t find the furniture comfortable though.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property. Walking distance to the folk school. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Dec 2025
Thank you Ann. Please come and see us again when you can. And as a returning customer be sure to check out our direct website for the best deals and best communication tools. Grand Marais Vacation Rentals. Thanks again, and we look forward to seeing you next time! Todd and Susan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an absolutely wonderful time. It was clean, cozy, and had all the supplies you could need. We hope to be staying again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing place!

The Aurora is beautiful and perfectly located in Grand Marais. We had a wonderful stay and hope to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Thanks so much for staying with us again! Now that you are a frequent flyer be sure to book direct next time for the lowest possible price. Thanks again! Todd and Susan Miller
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family had a wonderful stay at the Aurora! So close to all the spots we wanted to walk to in Grand Marais: Voyageur Brewing, Crosby Bakery, and Superior Creamery. The owners were very communicative and even stopped to introduce themselves when they were on the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct 2025
Thank you for your kind review. Please come and see us again when you can. And as a returning customer be sure to check out our booking platform! Thanks again, and we look forward to seeing you next time! Todd and Susan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great trip!

This is a wonderful place to stay in Grand Marais! The house is lovely and the view every morning is gorgeous. Plus, the location is excellent and within walking distance of great places to explore and dine in Grand Marais.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Thank you for your kind review Alex. Please come and see us again when you can. And as a returning customer be sure to check out our direct website. You can search for that site on the web and it can handle bookings and payments. Thanks again, and we look forward to seeing you next time! Todd and Susan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect stay in Grand Marais

This was by far the best vacation rental we've ever stayed in. The house was lovely, clean, comfortable with every amenity imaginable, fabulous views of Lake Superior, and within walking distance of everything Grand Marais has to offer. The Scandinavian-inspired architecture of Aurora with it's multiple outdoor spaces gave us a peaceful setting for some much needed R and R. We hope to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terrific winter getaway

Perfect spot to get away for a long weekend. Everything at Aurora was very well thought out and comfortable for our family of 4 & puppy. Will recommend to others looking for a similar experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Thanks so much! Your group was as large as we would choose to stay at the Aurora, so we are glad it worked out for you! Please come and visit again when you can. Todd and Susan.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amazing stay

We had an amazing time and wish we were in town longer. Every aspect of the property delivered on expectations. Couldn’t recommend more
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Thanks so much! Come and see us again soon. Todd and Susan.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at the “Aurora” was excellent! The property was exactly as described and the accommodations could not have been better. The location was a block from the main drag of Grand Marcias and convenient to all shopping and restaurants. The owners had thought of everything and all was of the highest quality. We would definitely return and we highly recommend a stay at the Aurora.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul 2025
Thank you so much! Please come and see us again when you can. And as a returning customer be sure to check out our personal platform. You can search for that on the web. Thanks again, Todd and Susan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Crawford May 2019 Vacation

Outstanding property. Great folks the Millers are. Aurora is truly a great stay, so close to everything on world’s greatest small town
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Wooo Hooo! Thank you! We hope you can make it up here again soon. Todd and Susan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bright and Beautiful

Great vacation rental in Grand Marais! Beautiful space with great views and everything you need to relax at the end of the day. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Thank you! Please come and see us again soon. Todd and Susan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gorgeous!

Everything about our stay was wonderful! Gorgeous views, incredible property - so clean, relaxing, and peaceful. We’ve stayed with Todd and Susan before, but not in this new property, and it didn’t disappoint! Thank you for creating such a wonderful escape! Can’t wait to visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Thank you! Please come back again soon. Cheers! Todd and Susan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

All of the amenities

Great view. Comfortable. Dog friendly. What more can we ask for? Loved our stay at the aurora. Hope to go back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Thanks so much for staying with us Anita! As a returning customer please consider booking direct next time for the lowest possible price and best possible communication tools. Hopefully you saved our direct website info, otherwise our phone number will help us direct you there. If not, just try to find us on the web. Cheers and thanks again! Todd and Susan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great!

Great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Thank you so much Amanda. Please come and see us again when you can. And as a returning customer be sure to check out our direct website for the lowest possible price and best communication tools. You will save 10-15%. You can search for that site on the web and it can handle bookings and payments. Thanks again, and we look forward to seeing you next time! Todd and Susan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

just say yes to the Aurora :)

This property is as wonderful as it looks online! We appreciated the careful planning and guidelines in place to address Covid-19, and we felt both safe and relaxed at all times. As frequent visitors to Grand Marais, we knew the view of the lake and harbor would be lovely, but the views of the city at night were just as wonderful. We're looking forward to a repeat stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfection

Aurora is a gorgeous home located in the heart of Grand Marais with lovely views of Lake Superior. We loved being able to walk around town while still being within easy drives of so many amazing places to hike! We rarely travel without our dogs, so finding such a wonderful place that also allowed pets was ideal. The Millers are great hosts and their properties are filled with love and serene beauty.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Thank you so much, please come back and stay with us again! Todd and Susan.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Must stay!!

This was our first time in Grand Marais. I was so excited to stay in this cool home. It did not let me down. Not only is it beautiful, it was very clean with an amazing view. Owners were very nice and accommodating. They helped us get connected with kayak rentals. If you need a place to stay, please consider this awesome place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Thanks so much! We loved having you. Please come back again some day. Cheers! Todd and Susan.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Simple Elegance Up North

It was memorable to learn that the property was intentionally designed to be based on squares, no rounded corners or angles. As a result, the modern vibe and tastefully decorated interior made for a relaxing haven and the surrounding scenery of Grand Marias seemed to be a bonus. From the welcoming reception of the cherry blossoms to hiking the ‘secret’ trails, the entire experience was invigorating. A must “do again”.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Thank you for the excellent comments and observations. Please come and see us again. And as a returning customer be sure to check out our direct website for the lowest possible price and best communication tools. You will save 10-15%. You can search for that site on the web and it can handle bookings and payments. Thanks again, and we look forward to seeing you next time! Todd and Susan
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