Title: The Aurora- Award Winning- Sauna available Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Aurora- Award Winning- Sauna available Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for The Aurora- Award Winning- Sauna available ![Exterior - The Aurora- Award Winning- Sauna available (Grand Marais)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27390000/27384100/27384045/9ec89c4c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Aurora- Award Winning- Sauna available (Grand Marais)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27390000/27384100/27384045/0df9d41c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, stereo - The Aurora- Award Winning- Sauna available (Grand Marais)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27390000/27384100/27384045/w1893h2498x0y2-8109992f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Aurora- Award Winning- Sauna available (Grand Marais)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27390000/27384100/27384045/702e53e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - The Aurora- Award Winning- Sauna available (Grand Marais)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27390000/27384100/27384045/w2498h1637x0y0-a4654972.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies The Aurora in Grand Marais offers a serene retreat with modern Nordic design, inspired by traditional Scandinavian work buildings. This one-bedroom home features a spacious living area with panoramic windows, offering captivating views of the harbor and Lake Superior. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4865 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Dryer - Washer - Beach view - Fireplace - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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 Aurora- Award Winning- Sauna available The Aurora is a free standing home in the heart of Grand Marais near the harbor. Designed by celebrated Minnesota architect David Salmela and newly constructed in 2018/19\. This collection of modern homes has been featured in Mn. Monthly, Midwest Home, Arch Daily, and other publications around the globe. We have even won awards for this architecture as far away as Sweden. The Aurora is the smaller sister to The Sky House and the Horizon, two sibling properties to Aurora in the exclusive enclave called "tre søstra" which means "three sisters" in Danish. Aurora is one bedroom, one bath, plus a very nice sleeper sofa for one adult or two children, and floor bed for one. There is a roomy main living space that seems to float above the area buildings and has wonderful view of the harbor, the town, and Lake Superior. Although designed ideally as an upscale oasis for two, 4 people can stay here in a pinch. The Aurora provides an inspiring modern space that allows for privacy among those sharing the lodging, and also provides a captivating view from the great room area on the top floor of the Grand Marais harbor, the neighborhood, and the town close by. She has a desk area in the bedroom, a walk out blue stone patio from the bedroom, a planning desk in the hall, an all tile bathroom with walk in shower, a large entry area, a full laundry, a beautiful flight of stairs to the upper level, a balcony, panoramic windows, fully modern kitchen with top of the line appliances, lighted drawers and butcher block countertops; dining for 4 with 6 possible, a custom sofa that sleeps one adult, or two children, a custom floor bed for one, and a gas fireplace. Everything is in walking distance from our little micro community in the heart of Grand Marais. Every restaurant, bar, coffee shop, gallery and Grand Marais' famous beach are all within a very short stroll from your private residence. The home is designed in modern Nordic fashion based on the original Stabur design- a work building commonly seen in Northern Europe. This design culminates a timeline of Scandinavian and Nordic design that the Miller's began on the property next door that also honored northern work buildings in the roots of their designs. There is off street parking under a car port. There is an electric car charging station in the carport as well. There is a fully modern and capable kitchen, an architect designed built in sofa and contemporary gas fireplace. Note the unique skylight with modern light treatments and the push button electronic pop up television that you can leave hidden if you wish. There is also a balcony. The entire home has slate floors and modern cabinets. There is a utility room with full size washer and dryer. Everything about The Aurora is designed with environmental sustainability in mind. These homes have an incredibly small footprint both structurally and environmentally. The foundations were designed to take up as little of the yard as possible- by being small at the start and increasing as you go up just like the old Stabur upon which this design is based. The energy efficiency is profound because these are composed of structurally insulated panels which are incredibly efficient. No cost has been spared to make the Aurora the highest quality, most significant architectural addition to Grand Marais' beautiful landscape. We hope you will find it warm, welcoming, and a once in a lifetime experience in one of the world's most magical places. We have written a detailed guide to what we consider the most special "secret" places in the area. You can pick and chose your own adventures with it for reference depending on your tastes and the weather. That guide is available to you inside the home and also sent out via links to videos. Sauna is available on a first come first served basis for an extra fee and is Thanks so much for staying with us! As a returning customer please consider booking direct next time for the lowest possible price and best possible communication tools. Hopefully you saved our direct website info, otherwise our phone number will help us direct you there. If not, just try to find us on the web. Cheers and thanks again! Todd and Susan and can be booked on our direct site- message owner to verify availability prior to completing your reservation. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Massage ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property - Note from host: No smoking on property. ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the city centre - On a lake ### Things to do - Fishing 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 - Unit size: 865 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33960000/33954900/33954887/68d18a47.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mökki: Dovetail Log Cabin Downtown Grand Marais - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.8 Exceptional 119 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-20&selected=33954887&PinnedHotelID=33954887&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27390000/27384100/27384004/w1672h2500x0y0-41c1b9ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The SkyHouse- Life as Art- Sauna Available Grand Marais - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 113 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-20&selected=27384004&PinnedHotelID=27384004&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18992000/18991985/df1643c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Lighthouse. unique lodging overlooking the harbor. 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Walking Distance To Downtown! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Aurora Stunning new Organic Contemporary Full View Harbor House Aurora Stunning new Organic Contemporary Full View Harbor The Aurora Life As Art Marais Aurora Stunning new Organic Contemporary Full View Harbor House Aurora Stunning new Organic Contemporary Full View Harbor House The Aurora- Life as Art Grand Marais Aurora Stunning new Organic Contemporary Full View Harbor The Aurora- Life as Art Private vacation home orp5b35048x The Aurora- Life as Art Private vacation home Grand Marais ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C47.75009%2C-90.33918&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=uqJeREokkYUcHuu4HyKLRtAUWTM=) Grand Marais, MN #### What's nearby - Cook County Court House \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Grand Marais Art Colony \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Sivertson Gallery \- 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Cook County Public Tennis Courts \- 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles - North Shore Health \- 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles #### Getting around - Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 134 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Voyageur Brewing Company - ‬3 min walk - ‪Dockside Fish Market - ‬5 min walk - ‪The Fisherman’s Daughter - ‬5 min walk - ‪Java Moose Espresso Cafe - ‬3 min walk - ‪Gun Flint Tavern - ‬5 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Aurora- Award Winning- Sauna available pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Aurora- Award Winning- Sauna available? ### What time is check-in at The Aurora- Award Winning- Sauna available? ### What time is check-out at The Aurora- Award Winning- Sauna available? ### Where is The Aurora- Award Winning- Sauna available located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Aurora- Award Winning- Sauna available Reviews ## Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 74 8 - Good 7 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jay S. 20 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Our stay at the “Aurora” was excellent! The property was exactly as described and the accommodations could not have been better. The location was a block from the main drag of Grand Marcias and convenient to all shopping and restaurants. The owners had thought of everything and all was of the highest quality. We would definitely return and we highly recommend a stay at the Aurora. ##### Jay S. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melanie J. 21 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect stay in Grand Marais This was by far the best vacation rental we've ever stayed in. The house was lovely, clean, comfortable with every amenity imaginable, fabulous views of Lake Superior, and within walking distance of everything Grand Marais has to offer. The Scandinavian-inspired architecture of Aurora with it's multiple outdoor spaces gave us a peaceful setting for some much needed R and R. We hope to come back! ##### Melanie J. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David D. 4 Dec 2018 #### Great place to stay! Awesome view. Owners very helpful. Womderful stay! Highly recommend staying here. ##### David D. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Xavier L. 30 Aug 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing place! The Aurora is beautiful and perfectly located in Grand Marais. We had a wonderful stay and hope to return! ##### Xavier L. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alex C. 15 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great trip! This is a wonderful place to stay in Grand Marais! The house is lovely and the view every morning is gorgeous. Plus, the location is excellent and within walking distance of great places to explore and dine in Grand Marais. ##### Alex C. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike D. 28 Jan 2019 #### Terrific winter getaway Perfect spot to get away for a long weekend. Everything at Aurora was very well thought out and comfortable for our family of 4 & puppy. Will recommend to others looking for a similar experience. ##### Mike D. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nathan A. 23 Dec 2018 #### Amazing stay We had an amazing time and wish we were in town longer. Every aspect of the property delivered on expectations. Couldn’t recommend more ##### Nathan A. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tom D. 18 Jan 2019 #### Excellent! Beautiful accommodations with great views of the harbor, sunrises and sunsets. Gracious, friendly, and non-intrusive hosts. ##### Tom D. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 24 May 2019 #### Crawford May 2019 Vacation Outstanding property. Great folks the Millers are. Aurora is truly a great stay, so close to everything on world’s greatest small town ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in May 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa N. 18 Jun 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bright and Beautiful Great vacation rental in Grand Marais! Beautiful space with great views and everything you need to relax at the end of the day. We will be back! ##### Lisa N. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anita J. 14 Sept 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### All of the amenities Great view. Comfortable. Dog friendly. What more can we ask for? Loved our stay at the aurora. Hope to go back soon! ##### Anita J. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kate Y. 29 Jul 2018 #### Gorgeous! Everything about our stay was wonderful! Gorgeous views, incredible property - so clean, relaxing, and peaceful. We’ve stayed with Todd and Susan before, but not in this new property, and it didn’t disappoint! Thank you for creating such a wonderful escape! Can’t wait to visit again. ##### Kate Y. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda C. 1 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great! Great! ##### Amanda C. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dana D. 31 Jul 2018 #### Stunning! Better than amazing! The house is amazing and the owners are great too! If you are picky/fussy about houses this is the one! I could not have asked for better! ##### Dana D. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Debi K. 21 Oct 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### just say yes to the Aurora :) This property is as wonderful as it looks online! We appreciated the careful planning and guidelines in place to address Covid-19, and we felt both safe and relaxed at all times. As frequent visitors to Grand Marais, we knew the view of the lake and harbor would be lovely, but the views of the city at night were just as wonderful. We're looking forward to a repeat stay! ##### Debi K. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jan B. 9 Jan 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfection Aurora is a gorgeous home located in the heart of Grand Marais with lovely views of Lake Superior. We loved being able to walk around town while still being within easy drives of so many amazing places to hike! We rarely travel without our dogs, so finding such a wonderful place that also allowed pets was ideal. The Millers are great hosts and their properties are filled with love and serene beauty. ##### Jan B. Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### noy b. 28 Jun 2018 #### Must stay!! This was our first time in Grand Marais. I was so excited to stay in this cool home. It did not let me down. Not only is it beautiful, it was very clean with an amazing view. Owners were very nice and accommodating. They helped us get connected with kayak rentals. If you need a place to stay, please consider this awesome place. ##### noy b. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Neil S. 27 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Simple Elegance Up North It was memorable to learn that the property was intentionally designed to be based on squares, no rounded corners or angles. As a result, the modern vibe and tastefully decorated interior made for a relaxing haven and the surrounding scenery of Grand Marias seemed to be a bonus. From the welcoming reception of the cherry blossoms to hiking the ‘secret’ trails, the entire experience was invigorating. A must “do again”. ##### Neil S. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tara K. 3 Dec 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### ABSOLUTE HEAVEN- HIGHLY RECOMMEND! First- The Aurora is BEAUTIFUL! Clean design, great layout, and incredible views. Second- The Aurora is CLEAN and WELL STOCKED! Plenty of towels, blankets, cleaning supplies, and kitchen drawers full of any utensil, plate, or cooking item you could possibly need. Third- Todd and Susan are AMAZING! From initial reservation to check out, the process was friendly, inviting, and super duper easy. DO NOT MISS OUT ON THE SAUNA EXPERIENCE! It was truly the perfect way to round out our magical North Shore adventure at The Aurora. ##### Tara K. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ron O. 3 Aug 2018 #### Beautiful, Unique Property; Gorgeous Lake Views! We recently had the good fortune to spend some time at the Aurora and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Not only does this distinctive property feel calming and luxurious, but the restful view of the lake and harbor helped us come away feeling relaxed and restored. The pleasures of this little community are easily walkable: restaurants and breweries, shops, galleries, the harbor. The Aurora is equipped with everything you could possibly need for an enjoyable stay. The owners live nearby and clearly have a deep commitment to creating and maintaining the special feeling of these lovely “Three Sisters” homes. We will definitely return! Be advised that these 3 homes do involve exterior and interior stairs if that is a health/physical concern for you. ##### Ron O. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 12 Jun 2018 #### Wow! An incredibly beautiful property! A fantastic lodging experience! We've stayed practically everywhere in Grand Marais over many years, including our hosts' other properties (many times) - but this is really a whole new experience, especially for those, like us, who truly enjoy architectural excellence. The Aurora has that in spades. The pictures can't do it justice because you need the whole experience to understand the value. I'll just say that we booked again (dates this year and next year) immediately upon checking in. Even though there were still workers there finishing building and beginning landscaping, we honestly were not bothered at all. We're active and out and about and by the time we were back for dinner, reading, and gazing, it was as peaceful and quiet as anywhere else in that bustling village. Even on Saturday when we hung around a good portion of the day, the ongoing work was not any degree of bothersome.The carport wasn't finished either but, as always, there was readily available parking right out front on the street. We were both so happy with the wonderfully comfortable bed - everything is new and top shelf. You won't believe the view. I could go on and on...there's so much to say about the coolest addition to lodging in the jewel of the North Shore. You'll just have to find out for yourselves. We have our dates booked - hope you all do, too. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elle N. 31 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had an absolutely wonderful time. It was clean, cozy, and had all the supplies you could need. We hope to be staying again! ##### Elle N. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Julia B. 29 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot! We loved our stay here, even with the dive bombing seagulls. Everything was extremely clean, working order, great location a d just can't beat the views. Only downside is the couch - although a beautiful design, extremely uncomfortable to sit on - and after a long day of hiking and a hot shower you'll want somewhere more comfortable to plop down! ##### Julia B. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David E. 16 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Wonderful Stay… This is a great location in Grand Marais, convenient to walk everywhere within minutes. The hosts were great at communicating, and gave helpful information prior to our arrival. The architecture is unique, and a wonderful way to experience Scandinavian simplicity! We would look forward to staying here again. ##### David E. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer H., MN 9 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful, clean, and very comfortable! I enjoyed my sewing retreat at the Aurora so much! It was so cozy and modern, and had fantastic views of Superior! It was exactly what I was after. ##### Jennifer H. 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