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The Perfect Location for your North Shore Experience

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Interior
Miscellaneous
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathrooms325 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

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

The Perfect Location for your North Shore Experience

On the Waters Inn, just steps from the “Big Lake” is the perfect location for those who seek to immerse themselves in the Northland experience. Two very popular state parks are located on either side of the Inn; Gooseberry Falls (1.4 miles) to the south and Split Rock (4.7 miles) to the north. These two parks are connected by the Gitchi-Gami State Trail, a paved walking, hiking, biking path that can be accessed by simply walking up our driveway. This trail also connects you with the Superior Hiking Trail, Iona’s Nature Area (.5 miles), a beautiful pink rhyolite beach, and Twin Points Water Access (.25 miles) where sea kayakers can access the Lake Superior State Water Trail.
After enjoying the beauty of the Northland, take rest in our 3,500 square foot executive home. The home includes 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Each room was designed to reveal a picture postcard of Lake Superior, especially the Great Room with its 14 foot high windows and 180 degree view. The master bedroom includes a king-sized bed, an en suite bathroom and spa tub. The upstairs flat also includes a king, futon, and couch with an en suite bathroom. The main floor includes two other queen bedrooms and a private bathroom. To further the Northland experience, we have handpicked all of the prints and pictures found in the inn revealing the iconic places of the North Shore.
The modern open concept kitchen boasts all stainless steel appliances and wine fridge. The 4x7 foot granite topped island will provide the room you need to create your own one of a kind meal. Cabinets and drawers are well stocked with utensils, glass and stemware, plates, baking and serving dishes. The Inn also has Blue-tooth and WiFi accessibility. We also provide eco-friendly soaps, linens, Keurig coffee machine, and a hair dryer in every bathroom.
As the day closes, enjoy some late night conversation on the 3 season porch as you listen to the wash of the waves and watch the lights of the iron boats as they glide by. You can also relax on the 400 sq. foot attached deck that overlooks the lake, or relax and play some yard games in our new 2500 sq. foot green space, complete with pergola.

Property manager

Joe Reimer

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevators
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake

Things to do

  • Boat on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 3500 sq ft (325 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Map
Two Harbors, MN

What's nearby

  • Iona's Beach Scientific and Natural Area - 7 min walk
  • Split Rock Lighthouse State Park - 1 min drive
  • Gooseberry Falls State Park - 1 min drive
  • Agate Beach - 7 min drive
  • Stoney Point - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rustic Inn Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Grand Superior Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Grand Superior Lodge - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Splashing Rock Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Perfect Location for your North Shore Experience pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Perfect Location for your North Shore Experience?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Perfect Location for your North Shore Experience?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Perfect Location for your North Shore Experience located?

Situated on a lake, this family-friendly vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Superior and Iona's Beach Scientific and Natural Area. Split Rock Lighthouse State Park and Gooseberry Falls Visitor Center Theater are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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The Perfect Location for your North Shore Experience Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 205 out of 218 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 218 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 218 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 218 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 218 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelli M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location
Beautiful view and spacious accommodations inside and out.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family reunion
Perfect long weekend with extended family!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patty J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long Time Book Group
What a beautiful setting! Lovely view of Lake Superior. Right on the Gitchi-Gumi Biking Trail. Close to Two Harbors, MN. Between Gooseberry Falls and Split Rock Light House! This is our third visit. We love this place. Works well for a group setting.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lakeside Retreat
Beautiful location and a beautiful home! It was right on the water and it suited our needs perfectly! Everyone had a wonderful time!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patty J., Minneapolis

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Annual Up North Book Group Gathering
A beautiful setting for our group to get together.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kris L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a family get together on Lake Superior
There was plenty of room for our extended family. the location between Gooseberry and Split Rock State Parks could not be better for hikes. The views of Lake Superior are awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely!
This house is perfect! Everything was clean and orderly! We thoroughly enjoyed the views throughout the house! We loved the screened in porch and decks as well as the fire pit and shoreline! We look forward to our next stay😊
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Faith W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another Great Stay
My group of friends has stayed at this beautiful property for several years now, and continue to enjoy it. Comfortable beds, lovely setting, well-stocked kitchen, and excellent communications with the owner made for a hassle-free getaway. We're already looking firward to returning next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beautiful place, wonderful location
We absolutely adored staying at this house! It was right on the gitchi gami trail and loved biking from there everyday. I would highly recommend this house and location as it's about 20 minutes away from Two Harbors and convenient to so many North Shore attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grant W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
We came for a family vacation. The home was perfect for us. Perfect distance to Gooseberry Falls, Split Rock Light House and Northshore Adventure. Appreciated the privacy and beauty of the home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Sweet Spot on the North Shore!
Clean, very well laid out perfect for our family. Two families of 4& Gram & Gramps! Lots of activities nearby, hiking, biking & nature areas.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Henry R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house - thank you!!!
Great house, thank you!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and perfect for family time together
We loved the location of this home. Great state parks within a few miles. The paved trail at the end of the driveway was a plus for bike rides and stroller walks. It was the perfect place for our growing family to hang out and enjoy the best that the north shore has to offer. A wonderful property that included everything we were looking for.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overflow house for wedding up north
Idyllic property on idyllic Lake Superior. Unfortunately did not get to take advantage of the property as much as I’d like! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
North Shore newbies
We are a group of five friends who vacation together every year. This is one of the best places we’ve stayed. It’s spotlessly clean, beautifully decorated, and well appointed with everything we needed. We loved the location. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home. We look forward to staying again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John R., Hutchinson, MN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible
Absolutely perfect for our spring family trip with 6 adults and 2 very young kids. Cabin was loaded with everything we needed and was gorgeous and well kept. Beautiful location on the lake and great communication. Could not have been any better!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luke E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
Bachelor party with old friends from college. The house is beautiful and view of the lake is spectacular. A very short drive to Split Rock lighthouse and Gooseberry Falls. Everything was lovely!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
North shore stay at the Big House
This was a second stay for us at this lovely home: 5 adults and 2 kids 6 and 4 years. They loved their own special kid bed and futon bed upstairs. Plenty of space for all with thoughtful layout. We ate all meals in and the kitchen is well equipped. The big draw of course is the view from the home and decks. Spectacular!! Great for bird watching too. We hope to return to this rental again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long weekend family get away
Great stay, the space in the house was perfect for our large group. Beautiful property and close to many things. Was expecting more yard space based on the pictures but the driveway and front yard had plenty of space for the kids to play catch with a football and to play some corn hole. Great host too. Fun time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheila D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect North Shore Family Stay
Woke up to the vast beauty of Lake Superior each day. Close to Gooseberry and Split Rock. Walked to the Pink Beach. The house accommodated all 8 of us plus a baby. Fully equipped and comfortable with cool fire pit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3rd Timers
This was our 3rd stay at On The Waters Inn in 5 years. It’s a great property. Flawless experience every time. I would recommend as a basecamp for exploring the N Shore. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joelle A., Minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Scenic location in beautiful home
We had 10 adults stay here for a few days. The home had everything we needed. The beds were comfortable, and everything was very clean and well kept. Great location to visit the state parks. The view was beautiful from the huge deck. We enjoyed the fire pit and played some outdoor games in the game area. Everything was perfect and we would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Craig W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving on the North Shore
Perfect home and location for a family holiday gathering (we had 8 adults). Interior is spacious, and the kitchen worked well for making the big meal. Beautiful view right on the lake. The outside deck and 3 season porch looked like they would be great for a warm weather trip. Great hiking/walking right from the house, with Split Rock and Gooseberry a few minutes way. Joe (host) was very responsive and helpful. A great place!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victor K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Then there is the Lake
The house is large enough to accommodate eight adults with common spaces that encourage conversation. The views of the Lake are breathtaking and the porches get you close to the Lake’s action. Overall, the house is well-equipped in terms of linens, kitchen, and amenities. The hosts are amazingly responsive and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Kathryn S., Council Bluffs, Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous place on a perfect spot!
The home was as we expected, spacious and, comfortable. The location was perfect with a trail to the water and firepit. The view was amazing. The host responded quickly. There was some water issues the host was not aware of and will be addressed. We hope to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023