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A Stone's Throw from Lake Superior, the bay and downtown pet friendly

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Beach nearby, sun loungers
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Beach nearby, sun loungers
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10135 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Grand Marais, MI
  • Gitche Gumee Agate and History Museum
    4 min walk
  • Pickle Barrel House Museum
    5 min walk
  • Light Keepers House Museum
    15 min walk

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About the area

Grand Marais

Heart of Grand Marais.Within a 5-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Lake Superior and Gitche Gumee Agate and History Museum. Also, Pickle Barrel House Museum is within half a mile (1 km) and Light Keepers House Museum is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Gitche Gumee Agate and History Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Pickle Barrel House Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Light Keepers House Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Sable Falls - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore - 6 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.) - 120 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Dunes Saloon Lake Superior Brewing Company - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Grand Marais Tavern - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Stonehouse Bakery Co. - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sportsman's Main Stop - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Dream Bean Machine - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A Stone's Throw from Lake Superior, the bay and downtown pet friendly

Welcome to A Stone's Throw, perfectly located only 1 block away from Lake Superior's agate beach, the sandy shores of the bay and to downtown Grand Marais, Mi. Bring the bikes! Bike up Coast Guard Point, relax on the beach and still have time for day trips out of town. Walking distance to beach, bay and downtown bars. Well behaved dogs are welcome ;)

Out the side door of the property is a large deck with a seating for all guests. When it gets close to sunset you can easily walk to the large public deck, to enjoy a beautiful, colorful show in the sky. As night descends some will enjoy hunting fluroscent sodalite-GLOWING- rocks on the beach with UV lights and if the conditions are right, they will also have the opportunity to see a glimpse of the Northern Lights.

Four bedooms- all Queen beds, and the master suite as an additional full size futon couch, so easily sleeps 10 persons. Three full bathrooms makes it even better

There is a fire pit and we offer free wood to burn. There is a propane grill with a back up tank, just in case. There is a good size lawn for games and a bean bag toss is available to use.

Grand Marais, MI has several points of interest, including Sable Falls, Au Sable Lake, Pickle Barrel Museum, Post Office Museum, and the Light Keepers House Museum, in addition there is a self guided walking tour of the town. This location is also convenient for day trips into Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, Tahquamenon Falls, Oswald Bear Ranch, Kitch-iti-kipi (Michigan's largest natural freshwater spring), Historic Fayette State Park, and the Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum, just to name a few.

The house includes 2 common areas; one with relaxed seating and one that has a dining table that seats six. The adjacent kitchen has a breakfast bar with 4 high top chairs (close proximity to the dining room table), stainless steel appliances, including a dishwasher. Smaller applicances and cooking supplies are provided such as coffee maker, (both Keurig and Mr. Coffee drip), toaster, electric hot water kettle, blender, air popcorn popper, crock pot/slow cooker, pots/pans, silverware, plates, and glassware.

Yes there is wi-fi and a smart TV. You can sign in to your Amazon or Netflix, etc. In addition there is a DVD player with a selection of movies.

A reasonable amount of paper products and cleaning supplies, including laundry detergent will be made available. Grand Marais does have a small local grocery store, but most guests find it more suitable to bring groceries, especially specific branded items that you will be wanting to enjoy during your stay. It is highly recommended to bring groceries with you on your trip to the U.P.

Property manager

Molly Reddish

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Coffee grinder
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In the city center

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1450 sq ft (135 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

A Stone's Throw from Lake Superior, the bay and downtown pet friendly Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

marcus b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place
Had an excellent stay at A Stones Throw. Would definitely return to this place. Love the location close to the beach and close to town.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Location!
Loved staying here. Close to the beach and Pictured Rocks National Park. Home was spacious and clean. Hope to come back and stay longer!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Grand Marais Chill time
Very nice everything was great a fun time was had by all
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Location, Perfect House & Host
We loved staying at The Stone'sThrow! Molly is an extraordinary host and a joy to talk with.The house is literally a stone's throw from Agate Beach - gorgeous at all times of the day! Perfect for rock hounding & relaxing on the sand. The house is clean, comfortable and cozy. It's well-stocked with everything you'll need. We fell in love with Grand Marais & the surrounding area. The beauty of the UP is extraordinary!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome adventure!
3 besties annual getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

dave k.

Liked: Cleanliness
short stay
was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Eight Siblings Annual Get-together
It was perfect for our reunion! Sharing a house is much better than a hotel and A Stone's Throw was spacious and comfortable, just the right size for the eight of us brothers and sisters. Walking distance to the beach and town was a bonus!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

kristin m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for Lake Superior access
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The location of the house was perfect for the beach. We were able to keep our boat in the bay and the driveway easily accommodated our trailer. The house was nicely stocked with whatever we could’ve needed. We had plenty of everything from toilet paper to firewood!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Heather L., Sanborn ND

amazing location!
We loved being able to walk to the beach at the lake. The kids enjoyed using the sand toys provided. It was unusually warm during our stay, but there was enough breeze during the night to cool the house. The firepit was a relaxing end to our day as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle s., Tecumseh, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and comfortable, great location!
Everything was clean and comfortable. It was nice to have 3 bathrooms and 4 bedrooms. Fans in each room which was nice and the futon was comfortable as well for sleeping. Kitchen was nice and had plenty of counter space to prepare/serve meals. It was also nice to have a drip coffee maker as well as the K cup. The sensor light between the bedroom off the kitchen and the bathroom/laundry room was a great idea! * If I had 1 thing to recommend, it would be to put a hand rail on the steps that go up to the deck to the dining room as my mom is 86 and was a little difficult for her. It was a very nice place to stay and would definitely stay again. Thank you for having us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mari S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to Beautiful beach.
Perfect for our big group. Great kitchen space. Walk to beach and town. Pet friendly so that helps too.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammi D.

Liked: Cleanliness
A+ Stay in Large House
Molly was a great host. The house is in a wonderful location for Grand Marais. Definitely is a plus that the property has 3 bathrooms as my whole family stayed with us. There is plenty of room to park trailers in the yard. We also enjoyed the large deck.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls getaway
Very clean and spacious. With 8 women the 3rd bathroom was a god send, lol. It had everything we needed and then some. We were within walking distance to everything. The hostess, Molly was very nice and pleasant. Would definitely recommend this place to everyone. We didn’t need for anything except our clothes and food, which we had too much of, lol.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lita T., Oakbrook, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
First time to the U.P.
We enjoyed a week away from the hustle and bustle of city life in a beautiful home walking distance to Lake Superior. With 3 grown grandsons I needed a place with extra room and this rental unit had it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
Communication with Molly is the best experience I've ever had using VRBO! She is on top of things! Check-in was easy and the place is located perfectly for rock hunting, walking downtown and looking for the Northern lights at night. We look forward to staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

PATRICIA f., Melbourne,FL, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Short Stay on the Lake
Just a Stones Throw was perfect for our quick stay in Gran Marais. Easy walk to Lake Superior and to the small, very friendly town. The house was exactly as described and very clean. The hostess quickly responded to all messages and made the whole process very easy. If we are ever back to the upper peninsula, will definitely love to stay at this house again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

SHERRI C.

Liked: Cleanliness
AWESOME HOUSE
We all loved our stay at your place. It's so nice inside. You thought of everything a person might need. We brought items not knowing for sure but didn't need them. The house is so much larger inside than it looks. Decorated so cute. The only problem in cleanliness was short black hairs found in the sink and on the floor in the master's suite. We all have blonde hair. Otherwise spotless. If it's still available next year we will be renting again for sure. Thank you for a wonderful vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dream by the lake
We had a wonderful week at the property and in Grand Marais area. It was our daughter-in-law's first visit to the UP, and she loved the cottage and the natural surroundings. A great place to celebrate a special occasion.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Moms get away
Mom wanted to pick rocks. Perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Torre R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just What We Needed!
We enjoyed our stay. The house was comfortable and was Convenient to the beach and restaurants Communicating with Molly was easy and she was able to recommend a pasty restaurant to try. We Thoroughly enjoyed and highly recommend the rock tour with Molly and Chet. We found a ton of yooperlites! The flashlights they provided were excellent and the rock hunting tips they gave us were pivotal to the success and enjoyment of our trip.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
House is very spacious for large group. Furnishings were very nice. Kitchen well equipped. Beautiful town. Great location with close proximity to beach and town.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
U.P. GEM!!!!!
We had such a wonderful stay!! The house is larger than appears- a sprawling ranch with a unique and pleasing theme in each room. Extremely clean! This house offers the perfect blend of cozy, woodsy and ultramodern, which we loved. Beds were very comfortable and sheets were heavenly! Outstanding HVAC system and appliances. We definitely overpacked, because everything we could want or need was kindly provided. Best location in town; literally steps from Grand Marais Agate Beach, as well as the downtown area. Feel as though I’m forgetting something…too many positives to list! Molly is the kindest, most attentive host you’ll ever meet, and we’d like to thank her & Chet for their warm hospitality 😊 Can’t wait to return! Nancy B.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lavonne V.

Liked: Cleanliness
4 fun older women
We came up to rock hunt and had a fabulous time staying at A Stone’s Throw. Molly was a great host—she made us aware of restaurants being closed before we lest home and advised us on rock hunting and the Northern Lights. The place was clean, well-equipped, comfy and cozy, just what we were hoping for. 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms were perfect for 4 women! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Colors Were Great
Great weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Stones Throw Grand Marais
Molly met us at check in showed us what we needed for the house. Offered to take us 4 wheeling to be look for YOOPER rocks and was texting us around midnight just in case we were missing one of the greatest light shows on earth!! The aurora borealis!! We all had a wonderful time!! Molly was a great host!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023