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Do you want a beach in your backyard? Bayfront!

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Early morning view from the Bay Cabin property
Firepit ring with grill plate in the center of Adirondack chairs
Relax on the reclining deck chairs with ottomans
The deck comes with a dining area and a relaxing area
Living room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 765.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Grand Marais, MI
  • Light Keepers House Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Pickle Barrel House Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Sable Falls
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Office

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Do you want a beach in your backyard? Bayfront!

Beachfront in Grand Marais, Michigan. We do not advertise on FB or CL, and we do not bill through PayPal or money orders/wire. Summers: weekly booking schedule is from a SUNDAY to SUNDAY only between last week of June to end of first week in September. At all other times it is a 2 night minimum. Located in Grand Marais, Michigan.

An original log cabin inside, this property is on the bay in Grand Marais, Michigan. The Bay Cabin is a small 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom cabin with a study. It has a beach in the backyard, as it is fronting onto the bay in Grand Marais. A few yards short of the beach is the firepit where you can relax and watch fireworks on July 4 or just enjoy the tranquility of the water. The Bay Cabin also has a large deck for relaxing or dining while taking advantage of the great views. Behind the property a few hundred feet is the Lake Superior shore front.

Inside the Bay Cabin you will find a fully equipped kitchen, soft and comfortable bed and bath linen and cable TV. The master bedroom has a queen size bed with a 3 inch memory foam topper and a view of the bay. The second bedroom has a full size bed. The third bedroom has bunk beds and the study has a twin bed. You will also find a lovely granite gas fireplace to warm your toes in the living room when there is a chill in the air.

The Bay Cabin was originally built in 1936 as a traditional full log cabin. Sometime later it was sided on the outside for additional insulation, but the inside remains true whole logs. The floors are lovely local hardwood with soft rugs placed in strategic spots. A soft leather couch and rocking chairs with ottomans completes the log cabin decor.

Outside there is a large deck with reclining chairs and ottomans, and a dining table. Under the side porch we have placed a wood picnic bench for outside dining on a hot sunny summer day or for when it is raining. For relaxing, with a warm beverage or a cocktail, use the deck chairs or the Bay Cabin's Adirondack chairs down at the firepit and beach. There is also a charcoal grill available for your use.

The Bay Cabin's private beach area IS 122 feet at the water's edge and 118 feet at the bank starting from the pine trees on the east side of the property. This beach is perfect for swimming, paddling, boating from, or even for pulling your sea plane into. It is also a wonderful place to sit at the edge of the water and enjoy an evening cocktail or a morning coffee. If you would like a long beach walk, just head to the open beach on the north side of the Bay Cabin by the beach accesses at either end of the road.

The Bay Cabin is about 600 feet from the center of town, playground, markets, stores, galleries, restaurants and bars. Go the other way 500 feet and you'll be at the lighthouse. Less than two miles away by road is Sable Falls and Sable Dunes, a shorter distance away if you walk the beach. Sable Lake, the Log Slide and Pictured Rocks are a little further on by road.

Come stay at the Bay Cabin and enjoy the experience of having your own waterfront cabin for a while.

Open between late spring - early May to end of October. Summer bookings: from last week of June to end of the first full week of September bookings are weekly only from Sunday to Sunday. At other times bookings may start on any day for a 2 night minimum.

CLEANING: We have added some extra cleaning protocols in 2020 including using white linen and washing in hot water, and Lysol type spray products.

INTERNET: None in the Bay Cabin. Available at various places around town, including (subject to change without notice) at the Diner a short distance away, the Grand Marais Tavern, and at the Grand Marais Outfitters in town.

WASHER & DRYER: Not available in cabin, but laundry facilities available at Woodland Park on Braizel Street (from the cabin second street on the right, just before the gas station).

Directions:
1. Coming into town on M-77 (it will turn into Lake Avenue) continue through the center of town (bank on right, hardware to the left) heading toward Lake Superior, continue past the Dune Saloon then down the hill, the road will fork so go right onto Coast Guard Point Road (aka Canal Street) and continue past the marina and past the land on the right with the old large boats on it, you will then go past a fenced property and the Bay Cabin is the next house on the right hand side of the road.
2. From H-58 past Sable Dunes and Sable falls entrance continue into town, it turns into Carlson Street, turn left on Lake Avenue (Dune Saloon on your left), continue down the hill, the road will fork so go right on Coast Guard Point Road (aka Canal Street) and continue past the marina and past the land on the right with the old large boats on it, you will then go past a fenced property and the Bay Cabin is the next house on the right hand side of the road.

Occupancy comfort guide:
2 people - perfect rustic romantic getaway
4 people - good size, seating in living room to accommodate, kitchen table will need to be extended, outdoor seating for all.
6 people - tight but workable, beds for all, will need to use the kitchen chairs or floor for 2 people when watching tv, extend kitchen table and use additional chairs located in office and bedrooms, outdoor patio table or bench will accommodate the group for eating outdoors, firepit has adirondack chairs and plastic chairs and wood stumps for seating.
7 people - as per the guide for 6 people + the bed for guest #7 is a twin bed in the office. There is little privacy in the office as it is open to the living room, there is no door, and guests walk through office to get to the bathroom.

(If the Bay Cabin is unavailable for you please check out Anchor House #682005, the Ridge Road Cabin #294031, or the Bay Watch Cabin #596236)

Some things to do around Grand Marais:
1. Visit the local restaurants: The Grand Marais Tavern, or The Lake Superior Brewing Co (aka Dunes Saloon). The old fish market east of town about 2 miles has regular wine tastings, sells beer and fresh eggs from their hens.
2. Swim at East Bay or West Bay beaches.
3. Walk Agate Beach from the lighthouse to Sable Falls. Or walk along the road to Sable Falls west along Carlson Street and H-58, then down the side of the falls, and back to the Lake Street in town.
4. Walk the trails both east and west of Grand Marais.
5. Visit the Agate Museum and other antique and gift shops in town.
6. Friday night is farmers' market in the town park - locals sell their homegrown and homemade goods in the open space near the pergola - there are some excellent cooks living in Grand Marais.
7. See Kim at the Grand Marais Outfitters to organize or rent a kayak. Richard at Grand Marais Powersports rents four wheelers. Rainbow Charters for a charter boat tour/fishing expedition.
8. Visit the log slide lookout about 13 miles west of Grand Marais off H-58. A little further along that road is the 6 mile trail to Au Sable Lighthouse.
9. Visit Pictured Rocks that is about 40 minutes west of Grand Marais off H-58.
10. Use the grill on the grass area, cook your steaks, sit on your deck and enjoy your steak with a cocktail or soda while looking out at the lighthouse and water and beautiful sunsets.
- There is a black folder in the living room with additional info on the surrounding area and Grand Marais.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Loss of deposit and cost plus immediate removal.
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Pets

Pets allowed
No puppies (<1 year) permitted. U pick up in yard.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
You lose your deposit if smoke/smoke smell inside.
You and your fellow guests are obligated to comply with the Rental Agreement. Contact Linda (caretaker) xxx-xxx-xxxx with any on-site questions.
Check in 4pm on. Check out by 11am You are obligated to disclose and seek approval for all guests and pets staying on the property prior to stay.
Smoking is prohibited. Disclose any damage. Pick up after your pet in the yard. Tidy up, check out and do not return to the property after leaving.

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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Loss of deposit and cost plus immediate removal.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Grand Marais

Located in Grand Marais, this cabin is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Superior and Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
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Grand Marais, MI

What's nearby

  • Light Keepers House Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Gitche Gumee Agate and History Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Pickle Barrel House Museum - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Sable Falls - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore - 7 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

  • Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.) - 119 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Dunes Saloon Lake Superior Brewing Company - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Grand Marais Tavern - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Stonehouse Bakery Co. - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sportsman's Main Stop - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Breakwall Lodge - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Do you want a beach in your backyard? Bayfront! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Do you want a beach in your backyard? Bayfront!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Do you want a beach in your backyard? Bayfront!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Do you want a beach in your backyard? Bayfront! located?

Situated on the beach, this cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Superior, Light Keepers House Museum and Gitche Gumee Agate and History Museum. Pickle Barrel House Museum and Sable Falls are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 118 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Holly K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Classic UP Cabin!
Cozy and comfortable cabin perfect for Fall Color weekend for Mom and Daughter. Very well equipped, we did a lot of cooking. Really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

sue m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfy
We had such a great time. The cabin was just what we wanted!!! Would recommend ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer vacation in grand marais
My girlfriend an I and our 2 dogs enjoyed the bay and the area,didn't want to leave.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in a great place
Very cozy and comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

irene p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Grand MariasMichigan Cottage
We had a wonderful stay. The cottage is exactly as described in the Ad. It is very quaint. It has a very nicely supplied kitchen. The location is terrific. Host is very responsive to communication. We would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Location
House was just as described with a fabulous view of the bay and a great location overall. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
It was a nice place. Close to everything we needed to be close to
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcia Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Happy Place
Once again very much enjoyed our stay at Bay Cabin. Looking forward to next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Albert B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint and cozy, cute little cabin
Very nice little cabin right on the water. Very convenient location for hiking to the dunes and waterfall.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenda K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall Getaway
Beautiful location, thought of every amenity. Gas fireplace makes it so cozy! Very comfortable beds and bedding and plenty of towels, which isn't always the case at rentals. Had a wonderful time on the lake. The firepit an added plus !
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bay cabin review
Loved being on the bay with a short walk to the lake. The cabin is close to the road so noise was an issue as there was construction sites at work.the cabin was well equipped and the deck was great. We would come again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

mike C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint cabin with great location
Overall a very enjoyable stay. Location of property and interaction with local agent five star. The only four-star category was we thought the property appeared bigger on the website than it actually was.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stacey E.

Romantic and Relaxing
My husband and I enjoyed our stay on the bay of Lake Superior in this cute little cabin. It was quiet, relaxing, and fun all at the same time. So much to see in the area, a great little town and beautiful scenes. We will certainly consider coming back here and using the cabin for our getaway.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Little Beach Cabin
We loved our stay here! Yes, it's older and a bit rustic, but it is everything we needed. We usually camp when we're in Grand Marais, but because my daughter and her boyfriend were coming up from downstate, we figured we would try a VRBO. They loved it too. And a major perk that our Lab could come too!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
September one week stay
It
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angella N., Located in central Michigan…

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Perfect relaxing getaway
Great location on the point of Grand Marais! Comfy beds, very relaxing. Even saw a huge black bear on the point during our morning walk.. although there was no internet the coffee shop was a great place to hang out and get some work done. When we went to do laundry the campground was very accommodating and easy to use. (Maybe a couple of ant traps inside would be Beneficial)
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcia Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My week in Paradise (Grand Marais)
Wonderful week as usual. In Grand Marais same time frame every August. Love it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Paul J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rain
Weather was bad made the best of it up as usual
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rock hunting around Grand Marais
The mattresses could have been better and most of the lamps needed lightbulbs. In spite of that we loved the rustic cabin and had no problem making coffee and preparing great breakfasts in the morning. Wish the weather would have cooperated so we could have enjoyed a campfire.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Colin R.

Great little cabin in a great location.
This cabin is in a great location and within easy walking distance to the quaint downtown of Grand Marais. It has 3+ bedrooms that handled our group of three adults and two children very well. The cabin beach area is clean, sandy and has a nice fire pit for those evening bonfires. The only downside is that the three bedrooms do not have doors, rather curtains and that makes it hard for people to use the living room when others are sleeping. Overall a great place, great location and a great value. Colin
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2016

8/10 Good

Matthew J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Short visit
Very nice and cozy. View across the bay was great. The only problem we had was the pilot light kept going out the gas fireplace. We told the property manager about it but did not get any response. We finally figured out how to relight it manually.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
There are no doors on the bedrooms. We managed because privacy was not a big issue for us.
Six adults worked because we were adult siblings. There is no room in the bedrooms for dressers. The bedroom doors are only barely covered by narrow curtains. Kitchen and living room is adequate and lovely. You can't beat the location.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

patti w.

Bayfront cottage
This is a nice cottage on the bay in Grand Marais. Nice beach, but there are docks along the beach making it difficult for beachwalking. The cottage was very clean and was stocked with everything most families would need for a comfortable stay. The one thing that bothered us , as a family, was the foldable door that was on the bathroom. It wouldn't close completely, which we found uncomfortable. Other than that , the cottage is close to town and many great family activities. And the townspeople are very friendly and welcoming. Our family has four adults and this cozy cottage was more than adequate for our needs.

8/10 Good

Niki Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy with great view and outdoor space
This is a good place to stay with people you like alot. The outdoor space is perfect with fire pit, covered table and open table and a great view of bay. 15 minute walk on the roadside to town or lake superior beach. We loved the location. Inside is very clean and cozy. The bedrooms have curtains for doors. The bathroom is through the office so there is no privacy if somebody is going to sleep there. We enjoyed our stay and I only wish there would have been directions for the pretty fireplace or wall thermostat. However, with bathroom heater and electric plug in we were plenty warm. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

4/10 Poor

Kathy R.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Good Location - Needs Work
This is a great location however this property is very run down! Duct tape holding together screens and doors. Paper towel shoved in the screens in the bathroom. The worst was the smell of the pee soaked mattress in the front bedroom and the rugs were smelly and filthy. We made the best of it and love Grand Marais and are coming back again but have already rented at a different property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

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We've been coming to Grand Marais for years to enjoy the winter snowmobiling and Christmas with the family. Check out our other rental called the Ridge Road Cabin at VRBO# 294031.

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