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Just a mile up from Lake Superior located in the middle of Duluth!

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TV, foosball, books

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Gym

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 mile up from Lake Superior located in the middle of Duluth!

Urban Silent Sports Retreat is a house built in 1908 with all original wood floors, that is centrally located a mile up from beautiful Lake Superior. This spacious three bedroom, full bath and a half house with full unfinished basement and attached garage has plenty of safe storage for your bicycles, Nordic skis, canoe's and kayaks! Basement is set up for waxing your Nordic skis and we have some bikes and Nordic skis available for renters.

We are opening another rental June 1st near Wisconsin Point ! 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom sleeps 4 and we can rent it for just one night unlike this one!

If you are looking for posh, planning to party, smoke at all, do drugs or drink excessively, you'll have to find a different place to rent.

If you want a very quiet house in a nice established neighborhood to use as your home base while you paddle the rivers, bike, run, hike or ski the trails of Outdoor Magazine's top outside town, this is your place!

Home, with much of it's original woodwork, is located less than a mile from Chester Bowl and Bagley which have both running, mountain biking, and Nordic ski trails.

The home is just blocks from being on the Duluth Traverse, less than a mile from Chester, Leif Erickson, and Bagley. We are centrally located so you can quickly get to Spirit Mountain, Superior Hiking Trail, and so, so, so much more!!!

Your hosts spend most of their free time on the numerous trails and bodies of water in the area and would love to share their knowledge with you to help you plan your excursions!

Limit of 7 people, pets only upon approval, $75 pet fee.

Our home is a safe, secure, licensed rental PL20-089 .

Check in is after 3pm and check out is 10 am unless we are vacant after you, then you are welcome to stay all day, just ask us...we are super flexible if it's empty before or after! We recently updated the decor in the entire home, replaced quite a bit of the furniture, and got a new stove!

Property manager

Wayne Graves

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 5 pets total

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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: We do not rent to anyone who smokes!!

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Foosball table
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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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 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
5 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pets allowed upon pre approval. $75 fee.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: We have a pack n play.

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 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

This property does not have elevators
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

The Most Centrally Located Vacation Rental in Duluth! Duluth

About the neighborhood

Map
Duluth, MN

What's nearby

  • University of Minnesota Duluth - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Duluth Entertainment Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • AMSOIL Arena - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Bayfront Festival Park - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Aerial Lift Bridge - 3 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Superior Dining Center - UMD - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Lucé Duluth - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burrito Union - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Alakef Coffee Roasters - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Blacklist Brewing Co. - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Just a mile up from Lake Superior located in the middle of Duluth! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 5 total).

What time is check-in at Just a mile up from Lake Superior located in the middle of Duluth!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Just a mile up from Lake Superior located in the middle of Duluth!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Just a mile up from Lake Superior located in the middle of Duluth! located?

This family-friendly Duluth vacation home is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of Chester Park and Lake Superior. College of St. Scholastica and St Luke's Pavillion are also within 15 minutes.

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Just a mile up from Lake Superior located in the middle of Duluth! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 102 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anna K.

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

Great place to stay

Owners were super nice- great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

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

Easy Breezy Weekend

Quiet street, comfy beds, clean house, a garage to park in, and top notch communication with the property owner! We had a great stay and would definitely go back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S.

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

Christmas 2024

Our growing family needed a place to stay over the holidays and this was perfect. We had a cozy place to celebrate! The owners were amazing with communication, very helpful and accommodating! They even decorated for the season!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb D.

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

Comfy home

Loved this home. Might add a regular toaster Very welcoming home.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley H.

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

Pet friendly is a bonus!

Nice location with the park nearby!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karyn M.

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

Perfect for our stay in Duluth

Just what we needed, and perfectly themed for these Wisconsinites. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

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

Family trip

We have extended family in the Duluth area that we visit and we needed to find a place that could host all our adult children and our beloved dog while we visited family. The beds are comfy and the space is perfect for our needs. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn D.

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

Girl's Weekend

Very nice quant home with alot of old charm.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brigid H.

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

Duluth trip

House was as described! Reminded me of my childhood home in the Midwest. Great location! Wonderful communication and advice:)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

DONNA P.

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

family getaway

The house was clean and well appointed. It was in a great location with easy access to downtown. It was nice to have a garage, so we didn't have to park on the street. Loved the football theme. I have a lot of family in Wisconsin...go Packers!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon E.

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

Great Location and Hosts

The name they have given this property is spot on. Easy access to anywhere in Duluth. Hosts provide very clear instructions for check in, use, and check out. We will definitely be staying here again the next time we are in town!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie S.

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

Duluth Delight

A perfect ‘home base’ for us to join extended family for a celebration/ reunion!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cat J., Cresco, Iowa

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

Great place great location and great property owners

GREAT FIVE STARS
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Katie P.

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

Duluth stay

Totally met our needs for our stay! Hosts communicated well in a timely manner. Place was clean & well appointed but is definitely an older home—floors are very creaky & wouldn’t recommend for light sleepers.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Will r.

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

4th of Jumy

Easy process and quiet location for a long weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

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

Cute old home

My family enjoyed the space in the house. Location made it easy to get anywhere in Duluth. House has a lot of charm.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

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

Good spot to stay

Near UMD & downtown
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin W.

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

Pleasant stay

We were very happy with our stay. Lots room for the whole family. The kitchen was well stocked with items needed for cooking. The floors were a little squeeky BUT to be expect with the age of the house. We would definitely stay here again if visiting Duluth.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna W.

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

Centrally located rustic home

Centrally located, accurate listing details, friendly host, and clear instructions. Easy to find everything. Water temp and pressure were great. This home is great for a small family looking for a quiet, smoke-free location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mari F.

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

Duluth Stay

The communications with the owners was excellent -- they were very nice, responsive, and answered all our questions. They even went out of the way to gather more information about the marathon route for us. The property is very centrally located to Duluth and easy to get to - this is definitely a plus! The house was very clean. Liked that there was a coffee pot, lots of towels, some snacks. Cute place!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C., Crete, IL

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

Cute Bungalow on the Hill

…conveniently located close to downtown Duluth… nice stay with good company!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie T.

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

Great place

Cute house set for a family stay! Everything we needed, family games, lots of places to lounge. Close to everything, great places to eat, fun exploring and great north shore sites!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clarissa S.

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

Great place to stay in Duluth

Great amenities and location. The owner was very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin F.

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

Excellent stay

The owner/holes were very attentive, and answered all her questions and responded quickly I would highly recommend them
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer A.

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

NYE stay

Central location
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023