Immerse yourself in the serene surroundings of Pincushion Mountain Haus, a Scandinavian modern retreat nestled on 15 peaceful forested acres. Enjoy immediate access to nature with hiking, XC ski and mountain bike trails just steps from your door and relish in an eco-conscious lodging experience with solar power and natural toiletries.
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Entire home
4 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 12372 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor Space
Parking available
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.
Pincushion Mountain Haus
Our property includes a large vacation home and three glamping domes which can each be rented individually or together. Our glamping domes are seasonal and available to rent May through October, with dome calendars open for booking on this website in April.
Our property is great for retreats for larger groups- please reach out if you’re hoping to rent the entire property together- we will do our best to accommodate you!
Pincushion Mountain Haus
Pincushion Mountain Haus is a light-filled, Scandinavian modern retreat overlooking Grand Marais and Lake Superior. Four upstairs bedrooms and a pull-out couch in the lower level game room sleeps twelve total. The house is very kid and family friendly and has a large indoor sauna for you to enjoy. Immerse yourself in the surrounding nature as the house is directly on 25k of hiking, XC ski, and mountain bike trails…immediate access to nature out the front door but only 5 minutes to the charm of Grand Marais.
Haus amenities:
Beds for 12 guests
6 bathrooms
Bed linens, towels, washcloths
Soap, shampoo, conditioner
Cooking/Baking pans & utensils
oil, salt and pepper, spices
Coffee, coffee maker, grinder
Pour over and French press
Blender
Propane BBQ grill
Fire pit/firewood
Games and books for kids and adults
Dedicated workspace with lake views
Indoor sauna
Large Deck with lake views
Washer and Dryer
Hair dryers
Portable fans
Record player
Room-darkening shades
Streaming TV
Wifi
Trail to river on property (fishing, swimming)
Baby safety gates, pack and play, high chair
This home and property is tucked into 20 peaceful, forested acres and is footsteps to the pincushion trails. A short hike behind the house leads to trails along Little Devil’s Track river, lovely to explore all year around. It's well stocked with trout for fishing, great for kids to jump across on the rocks (depending on season), and even good for a dip on a hot day. A ten minute drive to Devils Track Lake offers options for swimming, paddling, boating and fishing. A five minute drive brings you right to the heart of Grand Marais (America's coolest small town) and it's a twenty minute drive to Lutsen and great downhill skiing, mountain biking, and hiking.
For those who prefer to relax and rejuvenate during their vacation, you can enjoy Pincushion Mountain Haus' private sauna and plenty of room to relax and unwind. There are games and activities for kids and adults in the house, as well as a wide variety of books. Eat out at one of the many restaurants in the area, or prepare your meal in the comfort of your private kitchen. Get out and explore, or stay in and relax.
Should you choose to venture out, you are only a few miles from several State Parks and Forests as well as the Superior National Forest. Take a drive further up the Gunflint Trail for access to inland lakes, perfect for watersports like canoeing, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding.
There are three geodesic domes on the property which are available to rent independently from the house (seasonally- May through October). They are located down the trail and out of sight from the house- please respect the privacy of these guests when passing by on the trails. Contact us if you're interested in more information on renting the domes!
There is a private caretaker's apartment attached to the house which is occupied by the house property manager. The house is completely private from this apartment and the house guests have the privacy of the house and yard, but may occasionally see management as they care for the surrounding property. Our property manager will be able to help you if there are any issues that come up during your stay as well.
Property amenities
Ski
Ski-in/ski-out access
Pool/Spa
Sauna
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
6 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Yard
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
On a river
Things to do
Ski-in/ski-out access
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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Cribs are available on request at the property
Events
No events allowed
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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Property is also known as
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About the neighborhood
Located in Grand Marais, this vacation home is on a river. North House Folk School and Sivertson Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Pincushion Mountain and Gunflint Hills Golf Course. Traveling with kids? Consider Grand Marais Golf 'n' Stuff, or check out an event or a game at Cook County Public Tennis Courts. Visit our Grand Marais travel guide
What time is check-in at Pincushion Mountain Haus?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Pincushion Mountain Haus?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Pincushion Mountain Haus located?
Located on a river, this Grand Marais vacation home offers ski-in/ski-out access within 1 mi (2 km) of Superior National Forest, Pincushion Mountain, and Devil Track River. Lake Superior and Gunflint Hills Golf Course are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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We had the best experience on Pincushion Mountain! The property was clean, cozy and beautifully decorated. Additionally, the location was perfect and only a few minutes from Grand Marais. We will definitely stay here again in the future because Jess and Paul were great hosts and we loved the Pincushion Mountain Haus!
The Pincushion Mountain Haus was the perfect cabin getaway! We really enjoyed the remote woods location while also being close to Grand Marais and lutsen ski hills. Our group spent most of the time cozied up by the stove relaxing and telling stories. The host was accommodating and communicative. Couldn’t recommend this spot enough!
Our extended family of 6 adults and 4 children age 4 and under had a wonderful time at Pincushion Mountain Huis. We had plenty of room to accommodate our group. The house was very well stocked. The location was terrific for trips into Grand Marais as well as up the Gunflint Trail. The little ones enjoyed playing in the yard, going on walks, and making s’mores over a campfire. A great vacation for all!
The Pincushion Haus property far exceeded our expectations! It was such a welcome respite. Everyone in our party was so comfortable, and the location was just a few minutes from all we could want in Grand Marais.
We are repeat visitors so we were able to look forward to our stay with great anticipation. Pincushion Haus is a perfect summer destination for our 3 generation family. Thanks for everything!
Three generations of family together, including some from abroad. The house was just perfect for us. Very comfortable, it had everything we needed, and great location. Thank you so much!
The Pincushion Mountain provides excellent peaceful location with very comfortable accommodation. The fall colors at their peak along with perfect weather was icing on the cake for we 5 girlfriends who took advantage of many hiking trails in area. We found caretaker very responsive to a couple inquiries..
We had an absolutely amazing time at the Mountain Haus. It's right on hiking/skiing trails and so close to town or a Gunflint day trip. We had a few families, so the fact that each room had a bathroom was a game changer. It is very kid-friendly, fully equipped with all the kid stuff you will need. The hosts are very responsive and so helpful. We WILL be returning! Thank you!
Beautiful, spacious, thoughtful stay for the whole family and more
Our families had a wonderful time at the Pincushion Mountain Haus near Grand Marais, a small but adorable and artsy town on Lake Superior. We got to enjoy the feeling of being in the middle of nowhere with the convenience of being just 5 minutes from town. There was ample room for all of us (6 adults and 5 kids 11 and under) make meals in the kitchen and hang out together in the evenings. The den downstairs even had a stock of toys and games to play with. Other little details like good coffee, bathrooms in every bedroom and more, and great big windows and porch with a distant view of Lake Superior made it absolutely perfect. We couldn’t have picked a better place along the North Shore for our summer stay. The mosquitoes were the only downside—they made it hard to enjoy the big yard and fire pit as much as we would have liked.
Look no further than the Mountain Haus! What a beautiful, spacious house in an incredible setting. The solitude of the forest is so peaceful and views of Lake Superior from nearly every room are stunning. The house is comfortable, well-designed, and the kitchen had everything we needed to make great meals at home. The ski trails right out the door and the sauna were icing on the cake!