Built in 1908, by Joseph Cotton, the Cotton Mansion is a 16,000 square foot Italian Renaissance mansion and Carriage House located in the historic mansion district of Duluth, Mn. Beautiful custom-crafted details include an incredible array of hand-carved stone, exotic woods, Fifteenth Century Italian marbles, stunning mosaics and hand-carved plaster frieze ceilings. Experience the lifestyle of one of Duluth's great historic figures, Joseph Cotton, corporate attorney for US Steel (1901-1908) and independent council for John D Rockefeller through 1935. Cotton enjoyed a unique relationship with US Presidents, which included being chosen by Teddy Roosevelt to give his second nominating speech at the 1904 Republic Convention in Chicago. Relive the Era!
The Terrace Suite features a four-poster massive oak King bed with a comfortable pillow top, gas fireplace, and a spacious whirlpool for two in your Italian-tiled bathroom with walk-in shower. And during the summer your own private outdoor garden terrace.
Venture out of your private space and enjoy the shared living areas including the Living Room where you can relax in front of the massive Alabaster fireplace in comfortable furniture with a cup of coffee or a late afternoon glass of wine. This room boasts 15 ft. high beamed ceilings, original wall sconces and Russian Circadian White Oak Floors, a Grand Piano, and Chess Nook. Challenge your partner to a game! Grab a book and put your feet up in the library where you can let your imagination take you back in time to Joseph Cotton's Library and law office where the legal roots of Duluth's iron ore industry and US Steel were forged. This impressive room features a magnificent black marble fireplace, leather furniture, and black fumed woodwork. Books and artwork are for your enjoyment. There are so many beautiful spaces for you to enjoy you may just find yourselves staying in for your vacation.
This property is intended for adult getaways, no persons under the age of 16 are permitted. Our guest service team is available by phone from 8am to 9pm if you have any questions or need anything. Our direct contact information will be provided with your booking confirmation. The primary form of communication, including check in information, will be through the booking platform and/or email. You will receive your check in information 1 day prior to your arrival date. Check in is at 4pm.
This is not a 'party house'. Price listed is subject to change.