Updated beachfront condo at Giants Ridge

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 455.7 sq m

Popular amenities

Beach view
Hot tub
Parking available
Dryer
Fireplace
Washer

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Aurora, MN

Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort
‪1 min walk‬
Calgary Chair
‪14 min walk‬
Biwabik City Park
‪10 min drive‬
Eveleth, MN (EVM-Eveleth - Virginia Municipal)
‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Your quintessential northern MN all-season resort vacation experience awaits! We cherry-picked the best of the Giants Ridge units, then updated into a cozy, well-appointed vacation retreat. This property is a fully furnished 1 bedroom condo in a quiet 6-plex unit on the lake. Peaceful lake views, beach, boat, dock and summer pool access right out the door, and alpine lifts just across the street! Giants Ridge MTB trails, nordic trails, paved Mesabi rec trail, and a multitude of hiking trails all begin within walking distance. Return from a day of adventure and enjoy all the comforts of our modernized condo. Full bathroom with laundry center, private bedroom with TV, open-concept living area with full, updated kitchen, stone fireplace, dining table and lake views. For more than two guest, a sleeper sofa with extra linens is at the ready.

Property manager

Shawn Callahan

Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Aurora

Located in Aurora, this condo is on the beach. Paul Wellstone Memorial & Historic Site and Soudan Underground Mine State Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort and Chamonix Chair. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Aurora, MN

What's nearby

Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Calgary Chair - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Chamonix Chair - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
Vermilion Trail Park - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
Biwabik City Park - 10 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

Hibbing, MN (HIB-Chisholm-Hibbing) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

‪Rudy's Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive
‪The Hive Coffee and Bakehouse - ‬9 min drive
‪A&W Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
‪Burnt Onion Kitchen & Brews - ‬14 min walk
‪Dave's Alpine Bar - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Updated beachfront condo at Giants Ridge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Updated beachfront condo at Giants Ridge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Updated beachfront condo at Giants Ridge?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Updated beachfront condo at Giants Ridge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Updated beachfront condo at Giants Ridge located?

Nestled on the beach, this Aurora condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort, Calgary Chair and Sarajevo Chair. J-Bar and Helsinki Chair are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

30 August 2024

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

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rollin G.

20 August 2024

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

Giant's Ridge Villas

Convenient to both the beach & heated swimming pool at the Giant's Ridge Villas. The Mesabi bike trail is just across the road. More of the family was next door in a timeshare unit.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

judith c.

16 November 2023

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

Biking heaven

We really enjoyed our stay. Lovely location for a family adventure. We were close to the Mesabi bike trails and enjoyed the pool and hot tub after riding all day. The condo was clean, nicely decorated and had everything we needed.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine B.

13 August 2023

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

Lots of Amenities

Everything you could need in this very clean and comfortable villa. Great lakes, trails, museums and activities near by. Shawn was very responsive. Great stay!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie S., Bonaire, GA

29 March 2021

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

2021 Spring Break Snowboard Trip

Exactly the relaxing vacation we were hoping for. From booking to check-out, the process was extremely easy. The owner, Shawn, was quick to respond and provided clear guidelines. Literally, Giants Ridge was a 1 min drive down the road. Gorgeous front door mountain view and back door lake view. Pics are exactly what you see inside. Very cozy and comfy! If we decide to plan another trip there, we would definitely stay there again!

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Megan W.

8 March 2021

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

A great place right next to the ski trail

Comfortable, clean with a beautiful view from the porch.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steve N., St. Paul, MN USA

21 November 2020

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

Nice getaway - good size for couples.

We were there for a quiet autumn getaway and really enjoyed the place. We're runners and the Mesabi trail was just a couple hundred yards from the townhome and was nice in both directions. Lots of great hiking trails in the Giants Ridge area too. They're constructing a lot of mountain bike trails on the ski hill as well and while we didn't partake they looked pretty cool. Kitchen was well-appointed and worked well for making most of our meals. We did get takeout pizza from Vi's in Biwabik. Recommended. Internet went down one morning and caretaker was very responsive. Lake view was great. It's in a townhome development connected to Giants Ridge so not isolated but it was quiet and easy to distance from others during COVID time. They've done a good job trying to keep the place clean and safe during this challenging time. We're hoping to return and would definitely look for openings in this or one of the other properties they own.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Matt K.

20 October 2020

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

Great Northen MN get away.

Wonderful 1 bedroom with plenty of space. The surrounding area and trails are beautiful.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Wyatt S.

12 September 2020

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

Great Northern Getaway

The Giants Ridge area is a perfect Northern getaway that keeps you busy for your entire stay. The condo worked out perfectly for us being right on the water, in the community with easy access to the golf courses, bike trails, lake, and much more.

10/10 Excellent

Kai T., Minneapolis

10 September 2020

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

Lovely and Fun

We had a great stay! The lake is beautiful and right outside your door, and the unit is perfect for relaxing and being cozy, watching a movie or making a snack. We kayaked on the lake, and the property is also within easy driving distance of many fund sites, including the North American Bear Center. I highly recommend staying here!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tracey S.

3 February 2020

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

Beautiful place!

We had a fabulous weekend at the Villa. The unit is beautiful and clean. It has everything you need. We will be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mollie C.

18 July 2019

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

Great location + gorgeous condo!

We loved our stay at Shawn’s property. It has a beautiful view of the lake and all the amenities you could ask for. It was the perfect location for access to Giant’s Ridge. We hope to be back again soon!

10/10 Excellent

Jodell W.

11 July 2019

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

Perfect stay

We loved staying at the Villa. The place was very clean, had everything we needed, and great location. My son loved the beach and spent hours in the platform and blue mat in the water. There was SUPs, peddle boats, kayaks, and Canoes to take out. We kayaked around the lake also. Highly recommend this place.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kerry A., Plymouth, Minnesota

13 January 2019

Great location and villa

The villa location was great. Check in/check out was very easy and our host was quick to respond with any questions. Our family of four fit perfectly and was very comfortable. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would love to stay again.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

John V.

2 August 2018

You'll love it!

Nicely finished and appointed unit. You can canoe, paddleboard on a small but beautiful lake. World class golf and skiing across the street. We'll be back.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Valérie D.

28 December 2017

Extremely convenient and the property is very well maintained. A very nice place indeed!

It’s been a pleasure to stay. Very nice place and you just have to cross the road to get to the ski area.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nadine P.

27 September 2017

Comfortable, well-kept, cozy lake villa with excellent location near Giants Ridge

Third time staying in a Green Gate Guest property and love this beautiful Giants Ridge location. Such a treat to sit on the lakeside deck on sunny September afternoons. Our great host Shawn C. was accommodating and very responsive as usual!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Amanda F.

28 August 2017

Clean and well maintained!

The owner of this property was very accommodating and responsive. Very pleased with this location overall.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sandra L.

15 July 2017

Great place for family time

This was a great property and the perfect place for family time. The property was clean, well stocked and well maintained. The beach, lake and fire pit were steps from the back door. Tennis court, basketball hoop, pool and hot tub were right outside the front door. I look forward to trying out one of the other Green Gate properties on my next trip up north.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

23 January 2017

Terrific Place To Stay!

So nice to get away to a place that literally has it all! We could've easily stayed in the condo and chilled out all weekend; but having access to the slopes and trails at Giant's Ridge drew us out as well. Coming back to the jacuzzi after a day of skiing made our stay all that much more enjoyable. A person can't go wrong with a vacation at ANY of the GreenGate Guesthouse properties!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

23 January 2017

Great Staycation!

We were looking for a place that would be central to a lot of adventurous activity, but also be a relaxing place to unwind, and we found it here. We were able to jump on the bike trail and enjoy the sights then get back to the villa, suit up and walk out the back door to relax on the beach. The villa itself was clean and comfortable and quiet. It was so nice to wake up, brew a cup of coffee and walk out to the dock to watch the sunrise. It's definitely at the top of our list to visit again!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Bridgit M.

23 January 2017

Location, location, location! Highly recommended rental!

I swooped up this great deal as soon as I saw it... Super affordable for me and my partner for a weekend ski getaway! As per my title, the location was outstanding. I walked in my ski boots across the road, clipped in, and got my ski on! The villa was cozy, comfortable and inviting. Loved the view of the snow covered lake and I know I want to return when the ice melts to experience the lake! The kitchen had more than I expected and I decided to cook in there one night just b/c of that reason instead of eating out. The Jacuzzi tub was great after a day on the Nordic trails. Shawn was easy to work with as I recall from booking at Green Gate once in the past.

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Hosted by Shawn Callahan

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1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

Living Room 1

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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