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Hawthorne Manor- Perfect Duluth Location! Amazing historic home.

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and furnished balcony

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Outdoor dining
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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, toys
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
At Hawthorne Manor- Perfect Duluth Location! Amazing historic home., you can look forward to golfing on site, a garden, and an arcade/game room. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and a gym.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 144500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

Hawthorne Manor- Perfect Duluth Location! Amazing historic home.

THE CITY OF DULUTH REQUIRES ALL VRBOs IN DULUTH TO HAVE A PERMIT. THE HAWTHORNE MANOR HAS A PERMIT PLIUP 2502-0007. Ask for a permit number, if a VRBO in Duluth doesn't have one, find an authorized rental for your our protection. We are also inspected and approved by the Health and the Fire Departments. Amazing housekeeping team! Check the reviews for all the "very clean house" comments.

Fantastic Location. Prestigious area. Huge tree filled yard bordering creek and waterfalls. This home is special. It has beautiful woodwork, 4 usable fireplaces, and tons of character. Views of Lake Superior from several rooms. The kitchen has been update with cherry cabinets and granite counters and stone flooring. There are several sitting areas to enjoy the view with a cup of coffee or to break away into a smaller group.

Although the home is large enough to host a large family gathering, the home maintains a cozy atmosphere perfect for romantic getaways, or smaller groups. There is a large deck nestled in the trees with table, chairs and BBQ grill. It has the convenience of being in town but with the feel of being in the country. Wander through the wooded yard to the adjacent park and hike along the creek and water falls.

Features: Cable TV, WIFI, washer/ dryer, Fitness/exercise room with treadmill and a weight machine. Patio furniture (seasonal), Play all your favorites on the baby grand piano in the living room. 2 night possible depending on schedule - The home in its self is a vacation get away, at a convenient location to all that Duluth has to offer.

Family Room - Kick back at the end of the day on the leather sectional with two reclining seats and watch a movie on the big 50 inch screen TV, located in the lower level family room with a fireplace. This room also has a counter height table and 4 chairs. DVDs, games, toys.

NOT A 'PARTY HOUSE'

Gentlemen...does she keep telling you to come up with something for your anniversary, or her birthday, Guys! Call me...I can help you plan something that will have her marveling at your thoughtfulness and bragging to her friends. You can do it, I can help. Call. Theresa at 218-310-4721

This home is not rented as a 'party house'. There are guest limits. Suited for responsible groups, families, church groups, ladies retreats, or scrap booking party, Birthdays, and nature lovers. Celebrate mom and dads 50 anniversary with a family getaway, Business trip?... Bring the whole family. Just minutes from local hospitals - Extend your stay in comfort while visiting loved ones, or have peace and quiet while you recover from illness or loss. Is your house is too small for all the kids to come home? Gather all your adult children and their growing families and enjoy a holiday or anytime in this home away from home.

Enjoy family time with the little ones or teens, cooking together in the fully equipped kitchen, going hiking, water rafting, rock climbing, skiing, shopping, kayaking, fishing and exploring all that the Duluth area has to offer. This house allows you to be creative. Don't hesitate to call with questions.

The adventure is right in your own back yard!: This home offers so much history and comfort, while still providing an outdoor adventure. The yard is a 1/2 city block with an array of trees and plant life. Deer are often seen walking through to nibble on the apple trees and occasional a friendly fox pounces around. It may be rare, but you may even sight a curios black bear.

The yard boarders on a creek with lovely waters falls, paths, bridge and a occasional bench to sit on and just take it all in. In the winter this area is breathtaking. Large sheets of frozen water cling to the cliff walls, the air is crisp and fresh. The paths are always used, but not over used. Just perfect.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Piano
  • Smart TV with cable channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No E Cig, vapor, no smoking of any kind.

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Snow sports gear
  • Treadmill
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 4,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Rules

If schedule allows; the check in maybe earlier and the check out may be later. Access code is changed with each renter, and provided 2 weeks prior.
No weddings, receptions or events in which additional guests come without written approval from owner. Discuss with owner, for options, rules, fees.
Required rental agreement will be emailed for your signature. Must be signed and returned. This home is NOT a "Party House".

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: You will risk eviction without refund

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Many steps without a gate

Events

No events allowed
No additional guests without approval.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No E Cig, vapor, no smoking of any kind.

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
Note from host: No additional guests without approval.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Hawthorne Manor Perfect Duluth Location! Amazing Historic Home
Hawthorne Manor Perfect Duluth Location! Amazing historic home.

About the neighborhood

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Duluth, MN

What's nearby

  • Glensheen Historic Estate - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • University of Minnesota Duluth - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Duluth Entertainment Convention Center - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Aerial Lift Bridge - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Bayfront Festival Park - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wired Whiskers - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Mount Royal Fine Foods - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hawthorne Manor- Perfect Duluth Location! Amazing historic home. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hawthorne Manor- Perfect Duluth Location! Amazing historic home.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hawthorne Manor- Perfect Duluth Location! Amazing historic home.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hawthorne Manor- Perfect Duluth Location! Amazing historic home. located?

This family-friendly Duluth vacation home is located on a lake, within a 15-minute walk of Lake Superior and Glensheen Historic Estate. Marshall W. Alworth Planetarium and Hartley Park and Nature Center are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Hawthorne Manor- Perfect Duluth Location! Amazing historic home. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 260 out of 266 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 266 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 266 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 266 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 266 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthias S.

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

A great place for a multi family trip.

As advertised, charming house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian L.

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

Family get together

We enjoyed the Duluth scene and of course Lake Superior.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison S.

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

Hawthorne never disappoints!

My women's hockey team has been staying at Hawthorne for years and it's always lovely. The owner is amazing and the house is just so charming. I already look forward to next time!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful historic home, wonderfully maintained, in a quiet neighborhood and adjacent to parkland and walking trails. It was perfect for our family. Would not hesitate to go back.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea D.

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

Perfect

Perfect place for our family reunion and launching pad for the north shore. Wonderful place! Great for a larger gathering. Nice to be able to be in a mansion and experience a historical place that is kept up well.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

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

Family vacation

Beautiful home next to an amazing park. Loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

A Family Thanksgiving to Remember!

Hawthorne Manor offered our 3-generation family a beautiful, comfortable gathering space for celebrating Thanksgiving. The many nooks & crannies provided plenty of space for us all - reading, games, puzzles & more. Shopping in Duluth, trips to local breweries, hiking on the Northshore & a magical stroll through the festive Bentleyville - delightful!We were warmly welcomed by host, Theresa & provided with clear information re: the home.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula H.

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

Family getaway

Fun place to stay.We enjoyed all the games and did a puzzle. I would have enjoyed a few more music books
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhett & Katie M.

Great location l! Very clean & stocked with anything you need!

Our stay with 5 adults & 4 children (2 families) went great in this home! We had more than enough space & the location was perfect for us to be able to go up the north shore or head down to Spirit Mountain and Canal Park. We would definitely recommend this home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Angela G.

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

Hawthorne Manor fall weekend

Excellent accommodations for our family to celebrate mom’s 70th birthday. Fall colors were spectacular. Enjoyed fires at night, large porch, hiking so close to home and all Duluth had to offer. Thanks so much!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen K.

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

Beautiful Home

Plenty of space for a family that includes four couples and beautiful grands 4 months-6 years old. Everyone loved the house. Families could find quiet time when needed. Great weekend for a grandma celebrating her birthday.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Amazing Hawthorne

This home (and grounds) exceeded ALL my expectations. There was a total of 12 in our group and there was enough room for all of us to enjoy our favorite things. The home was exceptionally clean, the kitchen well-appointed, and the bathrooms were beautiful. We would definitely love to stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee D.

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

Wedding

The Manor was perfect for our family. Everyone had their own bedroom. We enjoyed the deck, grilled and hiked the trail. Watched the Vikes game on the big screen downstairs. We enjoyed the Manor.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky L.

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

Perfect for a girls getaway

Hawthorne Manor had the space, location and ambience we needed for our girl's getaway. As others have commented, the kitchen is so well-stocked we were able to prepare some really great meals and spent lots of time at the dining room table eating, having conversations and playing games. Outside we snowshoed from the yard a short way through the woods to access the Congdon Trail. A real gem to have in the backyard. Mornings were spent in the sunroom sipping coffee and watching deer. Beds were comfy and there was enough hot water for everyone to shower. We can't wait to go back in the summer to take advantage of the large deck and bbq grill.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue M., Greenleaf

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

Great place to stay!

We have stayed at quite a few VRBOs over the years, and this was by far the most beautiful house we've stayed in.. I can not say enough good things about this property! We needed a large house for our family that were all coming in for our daughters college graduation from UMD! We were all able to have our own private room and still able to gather on the patio or inside in the living room, dining room, or library, and the basement has a huge couch with TV and table to play games at. The house is old and beautiful with tons of character! Location is great as were just a short drive away from local attractions. Wildlife all over - in yards nearby when you go for a walk, deer within feet away from you. And just a short hike behind the house is Congdon Park, with beautiful waterfalls and scenery. Theresa was great to work with and got back to us in timely matter. We didn't have to worry about much, the house was well stocked, from... toilet paper, paper towels, coffee filters or salt and pepper. The kitchen was well-stocked with dishes and cookware. Lots of linens and towels-we didn't have to use the same towel the entire time (even though we did!) Lots of dishtowels and dishcloths as well. Very impressed overall! Thank you for a great stay and lots of great memories made with our family!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

jennifer B., duluth, mn

one of the best vrbo's. Ever!

We had 4 families stay here for a long wedding weekend and it was such a pleasure to be able to have everyone come together in this beautiful home. It was not only private and beautiful, but Immaculate! This home had Every kitchen comfort you could wish for. It was the best stocked vrbo Ive ever stayed in, from the kitchen supplies to the linens and towels. It was truly like being in your own home... But Better! We had 3 babies and 2 toddlers and 8 adults - everyone had more than enough room to spread out and relax. There were rooms, entire floors even, that we didn't venture into! Such an easy kitchen to entertain from, a large dining room, numerous comfortable areas to sit and gather or have quiet time, a beautiful and expansive deck nestled in the woods, right on the Tischer Creek path. Did I mention immaculate? Every corner of this beautiful, historical house has been touched and maintained with care and love. We are all looking for excuses to plan more family gatherings so we can all come to stay here again. Theresa the Owner was so easy to work with, the communications were quick, the check in/check out process was clear and easy. Everyone agreed this was the very best way to bring a group together and we were so grateful that everyone could be together in such a beautiful welcoming spacious environment, instead of stuck in small cubicle hotel rooms. Everything was just perfect! Thank you Theresa, for opening up your home. It was such a joy.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Margaret R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful home, well maintained. This is the second time we've booked this home and it didn't disappoint. Theresa is very responsive. The home is well stocked and expectations are well communicated. If we come back to Duluth again as a family, we would love to stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah M.

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

Beautiful Property

Our stay at Hawthorne Manor was lovely. The property was even more exquisite than what we saw in the photos. We had 11 people in our group and there were more than enough beds for what we needed. The owners were communicative and friendly. Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd P.

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

Graduation Weekend

The house was perfect for our group of 11. The large deck was a great place to hangout and relax while celebrating our son’s graduation from UMD. The setting was private but only a 10 minute drive to Canal Park. Our host was wonderful and very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob J.

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

Great place for a family get-together!

The house has a quirky but charming layout that accommodates a larger group nicely. Multiple people commented on how quiet they found the bedrooms. There was plenty of seating spread across a few rooms. Fireplaces were a nice bonus. A couple of the bathrooms had awkward but workable layouts. The extensive information about the history of the home provided to guests was fun to read. The beauty of the creek and dramatic waterfalls along the trail accessible from the back yard cannot be overstated.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

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

Great weekend visit to Duluth

The property was perfect for our group visiting Duluth to celebrate an 80th birthday in the family. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

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

Knitting Retreat

We have planned retreats at various sites for several years. We’ve gone as far away as North Carolina. Once we were all settled in this beautiful home, they declared it the best place ever. The location was perfect. The kitchen was extremely well supplied. The living room comfortably accommodated all of us and our knitting supplies. One of the things we were most impressed about was how quiet the bedrooms were. This place felt like home. It was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Family weekend

This is the second time our family has met at Hawthorne House to celebrate my birthday. The space is perfect for our large gathering and we love the neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corie K.

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

Good house for group of friends celebrating a milestone birthday.

We enjoyed our stay. House had everything needed to be comfortable. Thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen M.

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

We love this place!

It’s so unique and we love all being together!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024