Agua Norte Cabin: Lake Superior View & Sauna

"Minnesota's Coolest Airbnb" by Condé Nast and seen on HBO's Cabin Chronicles, Agua Norte is only 4 miles from Grand Marais. With Lake Superior views and a skylight above the bed for stargazing and Northern Lights magic, our cabin is perfect for nature-loving guests looking for peace, quiet, and cozy, but still be near town. Sit out on the large cedar deck and watch the waves crash on Five Mile Rock, stroll to the beach across the road, take a sauna, have a bonfire, and hike our trails.

Grand Marais, MN, United States
2 guests
1 bedroom
1 bathroom

What this place offers

Common

  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • TV
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Body soap
  • Hot Water
  • Shampoo
  • Shower gel

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Hangers
  • Room-darkening shades
  • Clothing storage

What this place offers

Common

  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • TV
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Body soap
  • Hot Water
  • Shampoo
  • Shower gel

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Hangers
  • Room-darkening shades
  • Clothing storage

Family

  • Board games

Heating and cooling

  • Ceiling fan
  • Portable fans

Home safety

  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector

Kitchen and dining

  • Baking sheet
  • Barbecue utensils
  • Blender
  • Coffee
  • Coffee maker
  • Dining table
  • Freezer
  • Hot water kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Wine glasses

Location features

  • Beach access
  • Lake access
  • Laundromat nearby
  • Private entrance Separate street or building entrance
  • Waterfront

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill
  • Fire pit
  • Garden or backyard
  • Outdoor seating
  • Patio or balcony

Parking and facilities

  • Free parking on premises
  • Sauna
  • Free street parking

Services

  • Long term stays allowed Allow stay for 28 days or more

Accessibility

Neighborhood

Agua Norte is located only 4 miles "North" of Grand Marais. It is the perfect distance to feel like you are in the woods but still run to town when you choose. Our 20 acre parcel of land is nested by the Northwoods evergreen trees and Lake Superior. You can walk down the driveway to a long Lake Superior beach or reach a few different hiking trails within minutes (Devils Track, Kadunce, Devils Kettle, Pincushion).

Guest Access

Guests are welcome to access the entire cabin, deck, fire pit, charcoal grill, grassy areas, sauna (by reservation only) and hiking trail.

Good to know

- 7 minutes from Grand Marais - 180-degree view of Lake Superior - Skylight above the bed - Full kitchen - Private firepit - Wood-fired sauna with Lake view Our cabin is located on a 20-acre slice of the Northwoods nestled in between evergreen trees and Lake Superior. The property is full of wildlife, birds, butterflies, wildflowers, and wild berries. It is the perfect spot for those looking for a peaceful getaway. → CABIN: The 16'x20' cabin was built in 2014. The white pine timbers that compose the frame were locally and sustainably logged, sawed, and treated by us, the owners. It has eight large windows and a cathedral ceiling, making this tiny home airy, elegant, and modern. It has been designed with two people in mind, and although we don't encourage more than two, it can accommodate a party of 4 in a very cozy way. → LOFT: The open loft has a huge skylight for stargazing, and it can be accessed by a ship's ladder. There is a floor queen mattress and a TV with a DVD player to snuggle in when you can't stargaze because the clouds have covered the stars. Just so you know, this is a sleeping loft, and the ceiling is low. → KITCHEN: The kitchen has full-size appliances, Doug fir cabinets, a blue quartz countertop, and a black walnut bar top with two bar stools. It is a beautiful place to cook meals and enjoy the lake view. It has a fridge and freezer, a four-burner electric stove with oven, a coffee maker, a blender, and all the necessary cooking and baking utensils. → BATHROOM The bathroom is truly spa-like: beautiful, spacious, and airy. It has cedar wood paneling, a beach pebble shower floor, a white vessel sink, and two closets. → ENTERTAINMENT: There is a TV and DVD player in the loft and a TV with an Apple TV in the living room. Please bring your own credentials to access channels on Apple TV. → SAUNA: Andrew finished our 10x14 sauna in 2019. It has cedar paneling and a wood burning stove, a nice size changing area, a large window in the sauna room overlooking Lake Superior and a nice porch to cool off and enjoy the view. While the sauna is shared among our three cabins, guests must reserve their sessions to ensure exclusive time and privacy. → OUTSIDE: Outside, the fire pit overlooks Lake Superior. It is private and the perfect spot for an evening bonfire. Oh, and keep an eye out for all the bald eagles! The big, tall spruce tree on the edge of the cliff overlooking the lake is the hangout area for these beautiful birds. It is basically guaranteed that you will see one or a couple hanging out on the three and being harassed by crows and seagulls.

Other Details to Note

DISCLOSURE: 1. We require that you read and agree with our Rental Agreement. A direct link to it will be sent to you via AirBnB messages shortly after your booking. You will have 48 hours to read and agree or cancel your reservation for a full refund, starting at the time of booking. 2. The Agua Norte Cabin shares property with the Agua Norte Loft and the Tranquilo Cabin. Closeness to nature and solitude are a couple of the reasons why our guests choose to visit our property, and we ask that you respect quiet hours and our other guests' privacy. Please take a look at the photos for reference. 3. All guests must complete a registry form upon check-in, complying with MN STATUTE 2018​ 327.10​. A link to this form will be sent to you in your welcome message shortly after your booking is confirmed. 4. Our steep driveway can be icy and slippery during cold months. A 4/AWD vehicle with good tires is highly recommended. If you can't make it up the driveway, you are fully responsible for removing your vehicle and freeing it immediately. 5. There is a utility room and storage area in the crawl space below the cabin that we occasionally need to access. We do not need to enter the cabin if/when we need to access it, and we do our best to let you know beforehand. 6. The Northwoods is full of wildlife and bugs. Please be respectful of the animals you will see on the property. Spring and summer are heavy bug seasons, and you will likely have to deal with mosquitos, occasional spiders, and cluster flies. We do what we can to minimize flies around the building during fly season, but some years are worse than others, and they may come regardless of our efforts.

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Reviews

Lauren
January 2026 · Airbnb
We had a fabulous time staying in the little Agua Norte Cabin! Grand Marais is itself beautiful, but having our winter stay here could not have been more perfect. By far my favorite place I’ve stayed on the north shore. Everything is so well maintained, well built, and just wonderful. The sauna is a must—it’s such a treat to be able to use a wood burning sauna with a view of Lake Superior. Thank you, Simone and Andrew! We’ll be back!
Hayley
December 2025 · Airbnb
This location was absolutely stunning! The views of the lake greeted us every morning and we were even able to see the stars at night from the comfort of our bed. Will definitely be planning a trip back!
Rebeca
December 2025 · Airbnb
A beautiful, light-filled, timber frame cabin with spectacular views. The private surroundings, hiking trail, and sauna make you never want to leave the property. This place has everything you need for a relaxing stay in nature.
Alissa
December 2025 · Airbnb
My friend and I had a great stay! The cabin was cozy and well appointed, the sauna was lovely and an adventure given the wood-burning heat, and the views were gorgeous. Hosts were very responsive and well rent from them again!
Jason
November 2025 · Airbnb
Andrew and Simone were wonderful to work with. They were extremely flexible on the front end when I had to modify my dates as well as when I had to make an adjustment on my check out. They were fast to respond to any questions I had before, during or even after my stay. Lastly, their place is amazing. The cabin itself had everything I needed and the property's location can't be beat. Looking to returning with the family in the spring.
Adrienne
November 2025 · Airbnb
What a remarkable stay! This home is so thoughtfully built and well-appointed. Even though it is compact in terms of square footage, it felt spacious and expansive due to the high ceilings, open windows, skylight, and carefully chosen design elements. The openness of the surrounding landscape provided an inspiring view of Lake Superior and of the night sky. The kitchen had all the necessary supplies to do some cooking, and the living room, bedroom and bath were amply stocked with cozy linens that made the place feel like home. Definitely will return again!
Holly
November 2025 · Airbnb
This was a perfect, peaceful getaway! The views are amazing, the bed was super comfortable. Such a nice touch to leave a welcome basket. Everything was clean and comfortable. I look forward to coming back!
Alaine
October 2025 · Airbnb
Spent the most peaceful couple days at Agua Norte! We loved the skylight for stargazing, took advantage of a morning sauna session, and especially enjoyed the short hiking loop through the property. The early morning sunrise views could not be beat from the cabin or the sauna. Thank you!!

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Our property is located about 4 miles (7 minutes) "North" of Grand Marais.

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