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Superior Sanctuary on Lake Superior. Just 6 mi from Lutsen Mountain ski resort!

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On the beach
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, video library
Property grounds
On the beach
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, video library

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Hot Tub
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Tofte, MN
  • Ray Berglund State Wayside
    7 min walk
  • North Shore Commercial Fishing Museum
    4 min drive
  • Oberg Mountain Loop
    9 min drive
  • Grand Marais, MN (GRM-Cook County)
    42 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Tofte

When you a stay at this vacation home in Tofte, you'll be on the beach, just steps from Lake Superior and Superior National Forest. .This beach vacation home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Ray Berglund State Wayside and 3.3 mi (5.2 km) from North Shore Commercial Fishing Museum.
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What's nearby

  • North Shore Commercial Fishing Museum - 4 min drive
  • Superior National Golf Course - 5 min drive
  • North Shore Winery - 6 min drive
  • Oberg Mountain Loop - 9 min drive
  • Lutsen Mountains - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bluefin Grille - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coho Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Moguls Grille & Tap Room - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fika Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Papa Charlie's Saloon & Grill - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Superior Sanctuary on Lake Superior. Just 6 mi from Lutsen Mountain ski resort!

Superior Sanctuary is a beautiful, updated and spacious townhome, offering 1800 sq ft. and 2 levels to unwind in comfort. This romantic lakeside home overlooks Lake Superior from atop a 25 foot cliff, offering gorgeous views from both levels, two large decks and a truly peaceful setting. A seasonal staircase (approx Memorial Day to Labor Day) provides access to a 600' shared pebble beach for agate hunting on one end of the property, with overlooks, majestic shoreline boulders and ledge rock on the other.

Enjoy the large, well-appointed full kitchen with its massive island, corian countertops and new(er) stainless steel appliances. Relax in the cozy recliners around the living room stone fireplace, watching the lake. Listen to the waves from the wonderful master bedroom ensuite, with its gas fireplace, large jacuzzi tub, private bathroom and deck. The charming second bedroom offers 2 twin beds, with another full bathroom across the hall. The main level den, with sliding glass doors, provides another private space for work and a sleep sofa. A third bathroom (half) is next to the den. The quiet setting provides a great work-from-home option, with strong fiber Wifi. Streaming TV options and 150+ DVD movies are offered, washer & dryer are next to the bedrooms, and the attached one-car garage provides additional convenience and space!

While this is a newer listing following our recent purchase, this beautiful home earned well over 100 5-star/exceptional VRBO reviews with its prior owners and we are following their lead, using the same wonderful and meticulous cleaners and offering essentially the same features and amenities.

Located 3 miles from Tofte and Bluefin Bay, 6 miles from Lutsen Mountain ski resort, and only 20-25 minutes from Grand Marais, the central location provides the perfect base for enjoying all the North Shore has to offer! Beautiful State Parks, world-class hiking, the best skiing in the Midwest (both downhill skiing and cross country), biking (both paved trails and mountain biking), waterfalls, fishing and golf, as well as a variety of wonderful restaurants (7+), live music, shopping, grocery stores and the North Shore Winery are ALL within 5-10 minutes. The Gitchi Gami State Bike Trail runs across the driveway, making it easy to bike or walk for miles, including to the shops, beautiful shoreline and restaurants at Bluefin Bay (3 mi) or Lutsen Resort (4.5 mi), or to Temperance River State Park (5.5 mi).

PROMOTION: Get 4th night free in Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, March, and April, excluding holiday wknds, Dec 22-Jan 1, & spring break (Mar 29-April 8). Ask when booking; you can either (a) book and I'll then make adjustment, or (b) send an inquiry for the dates and I'll adjust the quote. Lowest cost night is free.

Please Note:
• The base rate includes 4 guests. Additional 5th/6th guests, up to 6 total, are an addit'l $38/stay + tax per guest over 4.
• No Pets. No Smoking. No campfires. Quiet hours at 10 pm.
• Stairs to pebble beach are seasonal, and relatively steep, similar to 3+ stories.
• Use Caution near cliff, on stairs and rocks.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment. A private bathroom with a shower/tub combination features a jetted bathtub and a hair dryer.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a spa tub or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Kacy Kleinhans

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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 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

Superior Sanctuary on Lake Superior. Just 6 mi from Lutsen Mountain ski resort! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 62 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 62 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 62 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ty C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Terrific time in Tofte
We had a wonderful stay. Beautiful views of Lake Superior, and close to state parks. Would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hiking Trip
My sister and I came up to hike. This location worked great for that and for visiting Grand Marais. The place is very well stocked with everything we needed, was in good shape and had a great view of the lake!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Best rental we've ever stayed aat
Beautiful property, spacious interior, cozy and comfortable. The interior was immaculate. Everything seemed to work except possibly a lamp that might have had a burned-out bulb. Bedroom layout upstairs is nice and private. Loved the deck off the master suite. The full kitchen is big enough and well-stocked with appliances and utensils to cook a gourmet meal for 6-8 people. The garage was a huge plus! I imagine that is a huge asset during the winter. I liked the office/den off the dining room. Nice to be able to close the doors and work while someone watched TV or listened to music in the living room down below. The location is excellent, about halfway between Tofte and Lutsen. Grand Marais is barely a 30-minute drive. The beach at the bottom of the long stairway (steep but very solid) is gorgeous. Loved the little caves carved into the cliff by the wave action. It had an isolated, private feeling even though it was acessible to all six units in the complex.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

kye and Heidi R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tofte North Shore 2024
The property was very clean, in a great location and nicely decorated. The hosts made us feel at home and the wine and greeting card was appreciated
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place, great location
Great little condo with everything we needed right near the Lake. Close to many things the north shore has to offer. Garage parking was a bonus perk!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family vacation
The property had great access to Lake Superior and was centrally located for other North Shore fun. It was very comfortable. Thanks for a great week!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

JANE N.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stay.
Best of all was the friendly lady who was at the front desk. She was so helpful and got us everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed!
We had a wonderful stay at this property and would definitely recommend it. The townhouse is perched above the Lake Superior with great views (between the trees). We found it roomy with plenty of separate sleeping areas for a family with grown adult children. The kitchen was fantastic, one of the nicest kitchens in any unit we've rented.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil & convenient to Grand Marais & Grand Portage.
Whether you just want a place that feels northern homey to relax, or to hit your pillow after a day of sightseeing and hiking, this is the place! All the amenities, and a lower and upper deck to enjoy the views, hear the birds, quaking aspen and waves… just a wonderful view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacki W., Austin, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect, Beautiful North Shore - Cool Weather Getaway!
Our Superior Sanctuary vacation getaway was a perfectly charming family retreat in a cozy (yet very spacious) condo. Surrounded by a cabin-like feel with super comfortable accommodations, the condo boasted a breathtaking lakefront view and every imaginable amenity for relaxing, exploring, hiking, walking, and spending unforgettable time together. Kacy was responsive, kind and considerate of anything we needed or questions we may have had as well. We hope to come back one day!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Judith Ann D.

Liked: Cleanliness
College friends getaway
Unit is spacious and well supplied. Love the outdoor deck. The day we arrived was rather chilly and would’ve appreciated the downstairs fireplace working. Contacted property owner, but never received a response. Upstairs fireplace in master bedroom did work. Cannot adjust thermostats at all so are at the mercy of where they are preset. Overall A very nice condo aside from the few issues
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect. Beautiful view and all top notch appliances and accessories. Wonderful!
Perfect
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H., Saint Cloud, MN USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place and location
Very nice property. Kitchen stocked properly, great views, and very clean. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne N., St. Paul

Liked: Cleanliness
Pre summer getaway
The place was very clean and well stocked. Many little touches that you do not notice at first but was very welcomed. Has a full coffee pot maker and also a keurig! We loved the location.. close enough to Grand Marais and Superior National Golf course and of course hiking trails. It was a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bret B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend at Lutsen
Beautiful view of the lake, more spacious than I thought it'd be, great place to stay for a weekend on the slopes!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot to explore the Lutsen area
Great location, clean place with plenty of room, easy in and out. 5⭐️. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place for fall getaway!!
The accommodations were perfect for my husband and I on our annual fall getaway! We always like to try someplace new…..but I have a feeling we will be back! Wonderful, friendly neighbors….!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phil K.

Liked: Cleanliness
north shore vacation
Great location and accommodations for a trip to the North Shore!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
This place was a perfect quiet location close to great trails and fun shopping. So many little things that make this place special! Too many to mention! This was the perfect fall girls getaway! Thanks for sharing your wonderful home ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Space for all
Girls trip for myself and 2 friends. There was plenty of room . We hung out in the living room and sat near the fireplace. We moved to the upstairs deck and enjoyed a view of the lake.The mattress on all the beds were extremely comfortable. We all slept well. It was an enjoyable and restful trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

JANE N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place on the Lake Superior.
We had an enjoyable stay in a lovely condo. All was well except for the terrible help I received from vrbo. thanks to the owner stepping forward at the last minute . If not for him we wouldn’t have even gotten into the condo we rented.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lakeside Townhome
Lovely, well appointed townhome. Great location. Would stay there again. : )
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
The house was pristine and sparkly clean. Perfectly appointed with all the basic supplies needed. So comfortable we settled right in. The location was just perfect for us and the beach below was just beautiful and we had it all to ourselves for the hour we used it. We absolutely would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023