The location and cabin were perfect! We loved the proximity to the lake, being able to go out and sit on rocks (have a campfire) and let kids swim. The bedrooms and beds allowed us to spread out (family of 6), but enjoy the beautiful family room and porches. Numbers of bathrooms was also a major bonus! Kitchen was equipped with features to allow us to cook (& grill) for whole family comfortably. The cabin aesthetic was very cozy, comfortable and felt like a home away from home. Many extra amenities were noted and appreciated: blankets, firewood, pillows, flowers, tissues, towels, books, games, seating, etc. WiFi was excellent - especially helped keep teens happy and connected. Washer & dryer were also greatly appreciated for the family. Proximity to Grand Marais, Grand Portage, Gooseberry Falls, Lutsen and countless trailheads gave us flexibility with activities. We loved our trip and hope to visit the same cabin/location again soon!
We had a wonderful stay at Finn House. It is close to all the things we wanted to do. The cabin sits right on the lake and morning coffee on the screen porch was just perfect.
Amazing property in an amazing place! Literally the best location on the North Shore. Waking up to lake views and breezes is unbeatable. Cabin is in a great location, accessible to all that Northern MN has to offer. We hiked waterfalls, shopped in Grand Marais, canoed the Boundary Waters, went to the beach, and generally had the time of our lives. You can tell the cabin is a special place where wonderful memories have been made. We can't wait to come back!
Our stay was great. We couldnât believe how close to the lake the cabin is. We got out of our vehicles and you could hear the waves crashing on the shore. Cabin has rustic charm and very spacious 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. Kitchen is fully stocked with everything you need. Grilled steaks one night. Had fires in the inside fireplace and a fire on the rocks. Able to get on bike trail from cabin Biked to the winery one day biked to Tofte the next. Cabin is secluded on 5 acres. Able to walk the shoreline. Watched the eagles in the nest. Plan to book again for next summer
Spent a wonderful weekend with my four best friends in our most favorite spot in the whole world and the Finn house was the perfect venue! The house is located right on the rocky shore of Lake Superior with a spectacular view. It has four comfortable bedrooms, a homey living room with a great fireplace. This was our 2nd stay and we're hoping to return in the not too distant future.
Finn House is eclectic in the way that only homes with generations of use can be. It was lived-in, comfortable, and clean. Everything was fantastic and we recommend a fire on the rocks.
The setting of Finn House is spectacular, with easy access to the stone beach and so much privacy. There was an eagle nest, complete with eagle family which was such a fun bonus. Finn House itself is a perfect combination of cozy but yet spacious and comfortable. Bedrooms were quite generous in size. The house worked well for our family group of grandparents, siblings and grandchild. Listening to the waves or just staring out into the lake is always so relaxing and wonderful. We were all so grateful to have such a lovely place to gather and spend time together!
Three of us enjoyed three days in this old log house surrounded by excellent birds. We are birding enthusiasts and 34 species just on the property and off shoreHighly recommended
Perched on the rocks of Lake Superior, sounds of waves crashing, bald eagle nest, amazing sunrises and sunsets, historic cabin that is well maintained. Everything everyone says in these comments and more.
Can you say beautiful in all ways? We can. From the lodging to the outdoor beaches/ rocks to access to Oberg mountain,bike trails,and of course grand Marais. Thank you,thank you Charlotte and cleaning staff. Weâll be coming back for our third time !
Anne n familyđ
Wonderful home sitting with views you could never get sick of, plenty of room with 4 bedrooms and 2 and a half bathrooms, set up with everything you need and then some, If you want more spectacular scenery, a 2 hour drive up the NorthShore will get you to the Canadian border with plenty of time to stop at all the scenic look outs they have along the way.
My husband, dog and I just spent a week at this wonderful cabin. We have been going to the North Shore and renting out cabins for decades. This was our first visit to this cabin and we will go back. I usually prefer the older cabins/homes as they have the best locations. This cabins property is spectacular. The cabin is cozy despite its larger size. I appreciate older cabins and loved the hand hewn structure. I will say if you are into modern shiny spaces with quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances in the kitchen this is not the place for you. If you like a place where you can feel there are many stories there, this is the perfect spot.
Our great grandfather built Finn House in 1943, as his summer cottage. The logs were brought from a Finnish settlement and rebuilt close to the shoreline. His daughters loved the place, often spending months in situ. I first went in 1975 with my grandmother and father and like the generations before me - fell in love. My sons have followed suit. Until the pandemic I had been coming annually and have my artwork in local galleries. My love of trees and the wilderness was born on the North Shore, and informs much of my painting.
Back in 1943 the area was a lot less populated. Highway 61 followed a different route and had been newly put in. It was built as a summer getaway for my great grandfather, who was then president of the Northern States Power company in Minneapolis. Each generation has fallen in love with the property and surrounding area, and subsequently passed it to the next generation.
Aside from modern utilities, Finn House has not changed a great deal and retains its log cabin charm of the 1940s. Two large windows gave a fantastic view onto the lake, offering a mesmerising view at times, and others powerful wave action. The shoreline is private and includes a secluded bay and a promontory, allowing enough space to explore. Despite the feeling of privacy - the cabin is situated a couple of minutes from 61 and the Gitchee Gumee bike trail - not far from the Lutsen ski resort, the Superior Hiking Trail and Tofte and Lutsen. Grand Marais is a 20 minute drive. And the BWCAW is accessible via dirt roads inland. The hardest issue will be deciding whether to stay home or go out and play!