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Mökki: Cottage Downtown

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Simple living in the heard of downtown Grand Marais
Spacious living room. Read by natural light next to a cozy fireplace.
Watching the fireplace next gets old
Sofa bed for an additional 2 guests
Great collection of books.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 446.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Grand Marais, MN
  • Grand Marais Art Colony
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Cook County Court House
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Cook County Public Tennis Courts
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Grand Marais, MN (GRM-Cook County)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Living Room

1 Double Futon

Master Bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Mökki: Cottage Downtown

The Mökki Cottage is an excellent home base from which to explore and enjoy Grand Marais - whether that’s summer festivals, fall colors, fat biking, or Nordic skiing. Located only steps away from the harbor, this quaint home offers a rural feel while being within minutes of restaurants, cafes, pubs, shops, the North House Folk School, the Art Colony, and so much more.

The space
This cozy house has great curb appeal with its colorful and cheery Scandinavian design. Its warm interior finish has preserved some of the original 1938 construction such as maple hardwood flooring throughout.

The home offers a nice balance of natural light through plentiful windows while still offering privacy from the lovely wooded property. The raised bed garden, wildflowers, clover ground cover, yellow roses, and mountain ash trees fill the yard giving it a wonderfully wild and natural feel.

The home has a cafe/booth-style eating nook with wrap-around windows…perfect for quaint dinners or for reading and writing.

The galley-style kitchen has a bar stool seating area; ideal for hanging out during meal preparation or simply for sipping your morning coffee.

Sit back in the open-concept living room or in the summer, relax on the lovely front porch in a comfy hanging chair.

The cabin is designed for 2 but can handle up to 4 guests who are looking for a more affordable stay. There is a double pull-out sofa with a mattress topper in the living room - offering limited privacy and comfort for the additional guests.

Guest access
As guests, you'll have private access to the entire house for the duration of your stay.

Neighborhood overview
A quaint, walkable area, the cabin is nestled just across from the local library and one street away from Lake Superior and the old Gunflint Trail road.

Getting around
The beauty of this house lies not only in its charm, but also in its accessible location. Shops, restaurants and the beach are just a short walk from the cabin. You can head up the Gunflint Trail with access to the boundary waters by car just minutes from the house.

Other things to note:
*Kids Stay Free (12 years & under)

Pets and/or smoking will result in a damage fee.

Property manager

Stevie Plummer
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children under 12yrs old stay for free
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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 first aid kit

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Grand Marais

Located in Grand Marais, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a lake. Cook County Public Tennis Courts and Grand Marais Golf 'n' Stuff 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 Superior National Forest. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Grand Marais, MN

What's nearby

  • Grand Marais Art Colony - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Cook County Court House - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cook County Public Tennis Courts - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • North Shore Health - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Pincushion Mountain - 4 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 135 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Voyageur Brewing Company - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Birch Terrace Supper Club - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Java Moose - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Angry Trout Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gun Flint Tavern - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Mökki: Cottage Downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mökki: Cottage Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mökki: Cottage Downtown?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mökki: Cottage Downtown located?

Located in the heart of Grand Marais, this holiday home is steps away from Lake Superior, Superior National Forest and Grand Marais Art Colony. Cook County Court House and Sivertson Gallery 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. 46 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Calvaleigh R.

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

Absolutely Adorable Wee Cottage!!!

Super cute little cottage was so fun to stay in, and such easy walking distance. We loved staying here and definitely would again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

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

Quaint & Clean; no off street parking.

Clean, cozy, unique & close to the downtown area (shopping, restaurants, activities etc.). If you’re staying while there’s an event or festival in town (like we did), be aware there is NO OFF STREET PARKING (or reserved on street parking for the property) so you may have to park a few blocks away like we did.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Troy K.

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

Quirky Cool

The cottage just was great, from its origin story - it was built from a Montgomery Ward catalog kit! - to its current whimsical decor. Even though you are right downtown, the trees make it seem you're out in the woods.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian C M.

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

Late Mother's Day stay in Grand Marais

Cozy, comfy, quaint. Nicely decorated and appointed, but not fancy, just the way we like it! Everything we needed and felt like home!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Trever N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Mokki cottage

Underwhelmed. Cabin was 30 degrees upon arrival. It took a few hours to heat to 65 degrees. A cold night. The pictures online look cute but the place in person was not cozy. We have stayed at other mokki places and loved them but I’d use this one as a last resort.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

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

Perfect Location

Great location. The cabin in small but meets the needs a person would want for a nice getaway. Walking distance to downtown and right behind a brewery with great food and beer.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie N.

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

Mokki Cottage

We truly enjoyed our stay at the cottage. We parked the car and walked all over Grand Marais! We love coming to the North Shore and the cottage was perfect for all our needs, will definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Cory G.

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

Nice spot in grand marias

Cozy cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark Alden C., Happy Valley, USA

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

Perfect

Clean. Comfortable. Convenient. Quiet. And cute
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Olivia I.

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

Adorable Getaway

My roommates and I enjoyed our stay immensely! This cottage was very well kept and is in a convenient location. I would definitely recommend this location to my friends and family looking for a secluded getaway near a cozy town.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

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

We love Mokki!

We have stayed in the Mokki cottage 3 years in a row for winter getaways. We love the cute and clever space, the convenient and cozy gas fireplace and the fabulous location within the town of Grand Marais, MN
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth D.

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

A great getaway!

Charming little cottage that is close to the harbor. We loved that we were walking distance to downtown and the harbor. Great communication and responsiveness. Thank you, Mokki Cottages!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy B.

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

Fun cottage

Quiet area, pretty yard, everything we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

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

Best place to stay in Grand Marais

Clean, cute and comforting! Everything you need to have a happy spot while on vacation. Close to downtown. A grill you can use outside.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Patrick W.

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

Wonderful location and property. Terrible mattress.

We loved everything about this place. It was clean, centrally located, cozy (love the gas fireplace), perfect amount of amenities and convenient layout. Can’t get past the awful mattress. We arrived on a Friday night…tossed and turned on what seemed like a spongy sheet of plywood…then hiked a solid day on Saturday…and tossed and turned Saturday night too. We woke up feeling like we’d not slept a wink…sore and tired. The place is great and we’d come back - but only if there is a decent mattress that enables a good night’s sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol H., Weyerhaeuser

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

Cozy little Nest in the Heart of Grand Marais

This quaint little cabin served us during our short getaway. It is portrayed accurately on the listing, and communication with the property manager was great. It was small, simple, and cozy during a blustery weather system that came through the area. Gale force winds out on the majestic lake Superior, rains along the shoreline, and snow up on the Gunflint were kept at bay here in this little retreat. The small cabin provides all you need. Although it has wifii, it does not have a television - and we survived! :) Thank you for sharing this cute retreat with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

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

We're Coming Back!!

This was our second year of staying at Mokki Cabin for a few days' Nordic Skiing and enjoying the winter vibe in Grand Marais. We just love the little cabin! I LOVE having a cheery fireplace (this one is gas so easy to use). We had everything needed for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chad Eric B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Privacy in the town center

We had a wonderful stay in the cottage. Our kids mentioned several times how much they love the smell and how it made them feel cozy. The location made for perfect apres ski with pubs and restaurants within walking distance.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Denis F.

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

Great little spot.

Great little spot. Brought our own little tv. There was a little mix up with over booking. Vrbo had us staying til Friday but on Thursday there was a knock on the door. The Owners had us checking out on Thursday. They let us stay and rearranged cabins for the people coming on Thursday. Not sure what happened but overall it was perfect for us.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephen C.

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

Offbeat Modern Twist on a Lake Cabin

This is a made-over lake cabin in the heart of downtown. Perfect size for two, with an airy alcove that catches the lake breezes. A wonderful brew/pub is located right behind the back yard!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Larry G.

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

Nice little cabin

We enjoyed our stay at the cabin and Grand Marais. The cabin was ordered from Montgomery Wards and built in 1938. A reminder the cabin does not have a TV. There were DVD's but nothing to play them on. Nice selection of books and puzzles. Cabin is easy walking distance to the lake, business's and eaterys. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stacy S.

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

Comfortable, Close to Town - Relaxing

Seriously - no need to drive to Angry Trout, Sven & Ole’s, Gunflint Lodge or the liquor store~ Hike Artists’ Point...etc - super simple base camp - great not to over think it~
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Miriam C.

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

Fantastic all around

We loved our stay! The cottage is close to everything and was a fantastic retreat after exploring the town and hiking the beautiful mountains!

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey D.

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

nice little place for two

Our only issue would be with the very small electric hot water tank. We had to space our showers apart enough for one of us not to run out. Otherwise, we had a really nice 4 days / 3 nights.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The history of the cottage was a fun to imagine. It started its life as a Montgomery Ward catalog bungalow/cottage. The current finish is adorable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

About the host

Hosted by Stevie Plummer

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Languages:

English, Spanish

Premier Host

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