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Just a hop, skip and a jump to the start of Grandma’s Marathon

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Interior
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Smart TV, DVD player, ping pong, books

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 482 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Two Harbors, MN
  • Superior Hiking Trail
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Castle Danger Brewery
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Two Harbors Lighthouse
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

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About the area

Two Harbors

With a stay at this vacation home in Two Harbors, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Superior and Superior Hiking Trail. .This family-friendly vacation home is 14.3 mi (23 km) from Gooseberry Falls State Park and 29.4 mi (47.2 km) from Miller Hill Mall.

What's nearby

  • Superior Hiking Trail - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Castle Danger Brewery - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Hellacioius Overlook - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Lake View Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Two Harbors Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Betty's Pies - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪White Pine Market - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cedar Coffee Company - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Just a hop, skip and a jump to the start of Grandma’s Marathon

Escape to the North Shore of Lake Superior. This small town cozy cottage getaway has everything you’ll need for a quiet retreat. We’re just 1.7 miles from the start of Grandma’s Marathon! Brew a cup of coffee and just sit back and relax or grab a beer at the local brewery downtown. This is the perfect spot to sneak away from your busy life. Hike, bike or kayak in the Waters of Lake Superior. Day trips up the shore to visit our State Parks will fill your trip with great family fun. This is where memories are made.
*Please note: We have the property protected with video surveillance covering both the front and back entrance/yards.*
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Sandy and Bob Wuorio

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snowmobiling 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
  • Unit size: 880 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels, and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn the heat down in the basement if you have turned it up.

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

Just a hop, skip and a jump to the start of Grandma’s Marathon Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 115 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 115 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 115 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 115 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 115 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

Liked: Cleanliness

House in Two Harbors

This is a beautiful little house just off the main road in Two Harbors, extremely clean, comfortable and well-stocked. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Great location. Nice little plave with comfortable amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zijun L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy house, kids loved the basement, amazing stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!

The property is lovely, clean and has everything you need! I would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirstin P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect. Host went above and beyond with amenities. Very clean. Location very convenient for exploring North Shore. Hope to return to this beautiful area in the future and would want to stay in Bob and Sandy’s home again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica W.

Liked: Cleanliness

North Shore vacation

This was a wondetful property. It was very clean and well stocked with everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

boyd r., gainesville fla

Liked: Cleanliness

Couldn’t have been better

Very cute and completely equipped Vrbo. Owners were very responsive to our needs. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maggie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great North Shore Home!

This house was a perfect location to be home base as we adventured on the north shore. Our kids especially loved the play area in the basement. As parents, this was great for us as they were easily entertained while we packed/unpacked and prepared meals. We enjoyed the outdoor patio table and the grill. The house was clean and had everything we needed as a family. The owners were excellent at communicating with us. We would highly recommend this home for families looking to adventure the north shore!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for our needs

I and two others spent 3 nights here to run Grandma's Marathon. We were able to go to the start on foot, which was great. The property was amazing - clean, well appointed kitchen, all the amenities we could need. Everyone in my group wished we were able to stay in Two Harbors longer, and next time I visit I'll be booking here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mel H., Breckenridge

Liked: Cleanliness
Seamless check in and check out. Place very clean with adequate supplies to cook. The grandkids loved the basement where there was toys and a ping pong table.Beds extremely comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

LeeAnn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was such a wonderful place to stay. It was cute, clean, and comfortable. The hosts were absolutely fantastic to work with and made our stay so welcoming
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

Everything about your house was absolutely amazing. Everything you need and more. I would definitely stay there a
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn A B.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Comfortable Stay in a Pleasant Neighborhood

This is an extremely clean and well-kept property. The hosts provided absolutely everything we needed. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great and Perfect Location

The communicating with the host was beyond perfect. Very nice and clean home and the little extras that were left were a great touch. Will definitely be back. Thank you so much!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen B., Le Sueur

Liked: Cleanliness

The Best Vrbo we have ever stayed at

Check in process was easy, the cottage was clean and comfortable. Everything you would need for your stay. There were games, books, movies for your enjoyment.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mini Vacation

We all enjoy this property. The amenities and very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great experience

Friendly, responsive hosts. Cute home, very clean. Love the amenities like kids toys, books, games, etc. Garage for parking is a nice bonus!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn Z., Cannon Falls, MN

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy home with all the conveniences

Had a great visit in Two Harbors and the North Shore. This home is so cozy and comfortable. Sandy has covered all the details - would Definitely stay again. Our friend from Florida was very impressed. The only thing we would have liked would be more television channels. The guys are huge baseball fans and could not watch the playoff. But that’s a minor detail. Thanks for wonderful visit
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall on the North shore

We enjoyed our stay, we had everything we needed at the house after spending time enjoying all that the north shore has to offer. The ping pong table in the basement was a highlight and was enjoyed by the whole family.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute cozy in town home

We stayed here as a home base to do some exploring around the north shore and see the leaves. Good location and a great choice for a small group or family.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

sean c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great north shore Two Harbors place to stay

Nice and comfortable place to stay on our way into the boundary waters.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for two!

We had a wonderful time! If this was the first VRBO a person stayed at they may be under prepared for what they get at future places. All the amenities as well as seasonings etc. My husband even grilled me a steak. It was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay

The house was spotless, and was exactly what I needed for my trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn G., Aurora, NE USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation

This was a lovely home that was immaculately kept. The host had anticipated and provided for any need. Our stay was wonderful and we would love to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024