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Charming Cottage! - 3 Bedrooms, 4 Beds, 2 Full Baths, 6 Adults

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Smart TV
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81500 sq ft

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Two Harbors, MN
  • Popular LocationSuperior Hiking Trail7 min walk
  • Popular LocationCastle Danger Brewery16 min walk
  • Popular LocationTwo Harbors Lighthouse4 min drive
  • AirportDuluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.)41 min drive

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About this property

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

Charming Cottage! - 3 Bedrooms, 4 Beds, 2 Full Baths, 6 Adults

This beautifully renovated cottage is a bright and restful retreat and the perfect basecamp for exploring the magic of the North Shore. There are restaurants, bars and coffee shops all within walking distance. Hop on the trail for a quick walk to my favorite, the Cedar Coffee shop. The Two Harbors Light House, the Harbor and Castle Danger Brewery is approximately 10 easy blocks away. The Harbor is the perfect location to watch the ships come in...

The space is perfect for 2-6 adults, and still room for the kids!

The Polished Pebble Cottage, is a two-story home built in 1931. The cottage has undergone extensive interior renovations in 2021 and is all you will need to make memories on the North Shore. Enjoy all the charm with modern amenities!

The home is professionally cleaned and has 2 full bathrooms, both equipped with Jacuzzi tubs to take your stress away! One bathroom is conveniently located on the main floor and the 2nd is located off the master bedroom upstairs. Please note that they are combination Jacuzzi tub and shower units, so you will need to step into the tub to use the shower.

- The entire house is included in this rental, except for the basement and one supply closest that are locked.
- You will be given your own custom keypad code for easy access.
- There is off street parking in alley for 2 cars. There is also unlimited parking in front of house, except during winter months.

Visit the iconic Gooseberry Falls, Split Rock Lighthouse, Tettegouche State Park, Pink Beach and many other attractions. And don’t miss visiting the oldest Minnesota lighthouse, located right in Two Harbors! Close to all of the Duluth attractions as well.

Property manager

John & Sherri

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snowmobiling 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

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
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

About the neighborhood

Two Harbors

This cottage is located in Two Harbors. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Superior and Gooseberry Falls State Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Superior Hiking Trail - 7 min walk
  • Hellacioius Overlook - 11 min walk
  • Castle Danger Brewery - 16 min walk
  • Lakeview National Golf Course - 17 min walk
  • Two Harbors Lighthouse - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Betty's Pies - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Black Woods Bar & Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪White Pine Market - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Cottage! - 3 Bedrooms, 4 Beds, 2 Full Baths, 6 Adults pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Cottage! - 3 Bedrooms, 4 Beds, 2 Full Baths, 6 Adults?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Cottage! - 3 Bedrooms, 4 Beds, 2 Full Baths, 6 Adults?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Cottage! - 3 Bedrooms, 4 Beds, 2 Full Baths, 6 Adults located?

Situated in Two Harbors, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Superior Hiking Trail and Lake Superior. Lake View Hospital and Hellacioius Overlook are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Family Weekend
My husband and I along with our 2 young adult daughters spent Memorial Day weekend at the Polished Pebble Cottage. As other reviews have mentioned, the photos are true to the physical attributes of the rental. All of the bedrooms are on the second level. There was a very, very sufficient number of towels provided in each of the bedrooms for individuals to use. There was also small sized shampoo, conditioner, body wash/soap, and lotion available in the bathrooms. The kitchen dishes, glasses, pots/pans, etc. were of high quality and met/exceeded our needs as we did "cook in" a couple times. We used the propane grill twice and again appreciated the quality of the grill and utensils provided in the basket by the back door. We took advantage of the jacuzzi tubs and there was sufficient hot water for a couple baths each day/night for individual family member's baths. It was still cool in the evenings at the end of May and we appreciated the "blankets" in the coop while using that area a couple of evenings. As far as local places, we enjoyed the coffee from White Pine Market and Cedar Coffee Company. In regards to communication, we received the check-in, Wi-Fi, check-out, etc. information ahead which was clear. Everything worked smoothly. Overall, we really enjoyed having a house to ourselves and while there are neighbors next door, they didn't appear to "be around" during our stay. Thanks for creating a welcoming home!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chia-Wei L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cottage
The property was exactly as advertised. The kitchen was fully stocked, which was perfect for our group as we planned to cook all of our meals. The home was beautifully decorated and it was a very comfortable stay for 6 adults with 2 kids. We had 1 minor hiccup with the shower but John/Mac took care of it within an hour of contacting them. John even bought us a round at Castle Danger Brewery for the small inconvenience :) It was easy to check in/out of the property; we would definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would stay again!
We enjoyed our stay and appreciated the well-stocked kitchen and extra blankets that were provided. It was clean, easy check in and the host was very responsive to our need of fixing something!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Karen

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall good. Wish it was air conditioned after the heat MN has had! The toilet seat in master bedroom is very loose and would not tighten Kitchen was very well stocked we wished that all the windows would open! Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

MIke N., West Saint Paul MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Two Harbors Trip
Very nice house that was close to the North Shore. Great location and very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family time
For the most part we really enjoyed our stay. It would have been nice if there was A/C. The stairs were a little scary. We spent our evenings in the screened in area which was enjoyable. The neighborhood seemed pretty quiet. The kitchen had everything needed to prepare meals.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Dan J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Two Harbors Experience
We enjoyed our stay. Immentities were fine, beds good. Bath areas good. My husband and our son are both over six foot so they would of preferrred reclining chairs. Little Girls loved the cubby area ! We had fun finding the gnomes. Think we ended up with 15 if we counted the outside ones. All in all we had a pleasant stay. Thanks !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing and convenient
Beautiful cottage, just like the pictures. We were in town for my nieces wedding on the beach of Lake Superior - Gooseberry Falls State Park. It was an awesome weekend! We grilled out, sat by a bonfire, and enjoyed family. The location is convenient walking distance to the water, lighthouse, restaurants and breweries. Great place for family and friends and making memories!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house
We have stayed in many houses on vacation and this was one of the best. Very clean and looked just like the pictures online. It was great for our family and had all the amenities we needed. Two Harbors is a cute little town and great location for visiting all the places on the north shore. We had a fun family vacation and enjoyed the house! Thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

BW T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Even better than expected
This rental is even better than it looks online. Every space is big, fresh, clean, cozy, not cluttered. Attention to detail is given for cleanliness. Clear, prompt and accurate communication by host. Excellent location for touring North Shore. About 15 minutes to Gooseberry Falls State Park. Thirty minutes into Duluth, but an easy and scenic drive. Comfortable beds. Plenty of hot water. Caution if you have mobility issues in your group because the stairs up to the bedrooms are a little steep and curvy and the step into the jacuzzi size bathtubs could be a stretch for some individuals. We had no problem (60 somethings). No AC upstairs if you are staying in the summer, but fans are provided and kept us comfortable. Great kitchen, modern, well equipped. We didn’t use the coop, but it looks great. Outdoor furniture is high quality, comfy cushions, clean. Two Harbors is a fun little town: good selection and variety of places to eat in town, or within 10-15 minute drive. Nice big super market less than 5 minutes from rental. We enjoyed exploring the waterfront park at the historic Two Harbors lighthouse. We highly recommend this rental and challenge all guests to find the many hidden gnomes!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gene E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for quiet family
Stayed a couple nights while visiting the north shore. House was clean, and as stated. Comfy, had everything we needed. Nice touch was a fun kids room under the stairs with colored lights, kept the kids busy after a long day of site seeing. Would visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Weekend
We had a wonderful girls weekend! The weather may not have cooperated, but we found the cottage to be very comfortable, clean, and gave us a beautiful place to hang out, talk and catch up with one another.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kari L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well Thought Out
We really enjoyed our stay!!! This cottage is so cute and the owners had everything organized and well thought out with every detail…highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marie T., North Dakota

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a weekend on the Northshore
The home was very clean, comfortable and well equipped. We enjoyed our stay. It was lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

scott f., Eagan MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Leaves
Everything was exactly as described. Very cute well appointed home. Bathrooms were enormous! Located very close to downtown Two Harbors. Easy drive up along the North Shore. Would stay again in a minute.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Kathleen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best for younger couples!
This was a very well maintained and clean property. It was as the owner suggested a good spot for exploring the North Shore! The kitchen was well supplied with dishes and cookware. We could have used paper towel, and another set of dish towels. The beds were comfortable and towels and bed linens were in good supply and very nice. The supplied toilet articles were rather luxurious. All the decorating touches made the home feel cozy. The main issue was that all four of us are in our 70's and the staircase was narrow and steep- pretty scary especially where it turns. Also the step into the tub-shower combo is very high, a good two feet. The need to step into the tub is mentioned, but the height it was still a surprise for us. If you are older or have mobility issues please take these issues into consideration. I think this would be a perfect place for younger couples and families!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alex V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little place…
We only stayed here to sleep as our trip there was to visit a family member on an acreage but this little house was perfect little setup and close to the main road going through Two Harbors which you can find plenty of shops and restaurants to try out. We never got around to use the fire pit or enclosed patio attached to the garage; neighbors kept to themselves and very quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy & great location
This was our first trip north of Duluth. Two Harbors was a good place to go with kids. We could drive to several natural locations and eat in town. The house was very cute character and clean. Communication was excellent with host. Definitely would recommend :)
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Kathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home was nice
I prefer not to.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeimmy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay at the Cottage
Everything at the cottage was wonderful! The place was very clean and so well decorated. We really enjoyed the outside area in the back yard. We were able to enjoy the outdoors at night without any bugs. Definitely would recommend this location to our friends in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable find in Two Harbors!
My extended family and I booked this cute property for a weekend getaway on the North Shore. The location was perfect; walking distance to downtown Two Harbors, Cedar Coffee Company, and less than a half hour drive to Split Rock and Gooseberry Falls. The owners did an amazing job fixing up this old property, giving it new life in a refreshing fashion. Our family loved the modern decor, appliances, and unique touches like the children's play area under the stairs (our two year old absolutely loved it). The kitchen was fully stocked with new plates, dishes, mugs, and silverware, and made cooking our own meals (even a night of grilling thanks to the gas grill) a fun part of our trip. Last but not least, our favorite part of this property was the screen in porch, dubbed "The Coop," which had cozy lights and comfortable outdoor furniture, making it hard to leave the outdoors in the evenings. Would very much recommend this home in this quiet part of Two Harbors if you're looking for a place to stay with family and/or friends!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Holley S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay
We were in town for a soccer tournament in Duluth. Awesome location to both Duluth and two harbors. We couldn't of been happier with the property. It had everything we needed and more. My children LOVED the fun room under the stairs. The hosts were wonderful to work with and there whenever you needed them. I would recommend this property and stay again in a heart beat. The cottage is so well kept and has beautiful furnishings. Thank you John and Kerry we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming town
We had alot of fun exploring Two Harbors. The owners had a list of places to see/visit which was extremely useful! We loved the outdoor Coop! Everything was in walking distance & the people were very nice! Our son Loved sleeping under the stairs! Lol
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Kristin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot for family get away
Two small families stayed over Memorial Weekend. Lovely house, backyard with nice grill and fire. Highlights for the kids- the cupboard under the stairs and the friendly neighborhood cat. Highlights for the adults- decked out kitchen and jacuzzi tubs. Will definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liz S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfort at the Polished Pebble
This is located in the heart of Two Harbors, getting to Duluth or Gooseberry Falls is a short drive. My husband and I stayed for our 10-year Wedding Anniversary. It was perfectly romantic with a slice of charm. The local bar is within walking distance and the views are breathtaking. Lots of hiking and delicious food. Highly recommended and can't wait to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022