[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The SkyHouse- Life as Art- Sauna Available Vacation home with kitchen, steps from Lake Superior ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27390000/27384100/27384004/w1672h2500x0y0-41c1b9ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27390000/27384100/27384004/w1893h2498x0y2-2177532a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27390000/27384100/27384004/w2498h1664x2y2-aeb77756.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27390000/27384100/27384004/e4e62e03.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27390000/27384100/27384004/b9a639db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience the magic of Grand Marais at SkyHouse, a modern Nordic-inspired retreat. Enjoy panoramic views of the harbor and town from the top floor great room, unwind on one of three decks or by the gas fireplace. With an electric car charging station, utility room with washer/dryer and dog-friendly policy. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61300 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Air conditioning - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace ## 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 SkyHouse- Life as Art- Sauna Available Welcome to the SkyHouse! This home was featured in Mn Monthly, Arch Magazine, Midwest Home, among others, and has won awards around the globe. Other than her sister properties the Horizon, and the smaller Aurora, there is nothing like this anywhere on Earth. These are unique, and are a limited design intended to inspire. Enjoy the unique beauty of Grand Marais and the harbor from the panoramic window views of this beautiful home. Designed by celebrated Minnesota architect David Salmela to capture all the needs and dreams of a visitor to Grand Marias. Come enjoy this cool cabin in America's "Coolest Small Town". By design, the Sky House provides for all the needs of a vacationing party of up to 6 people in a 1264 Sq. Ft. home but 4 people are ideal. We are a dog friendly stay with the payment of the appropriate fee and understanding of the rules. The Sky House provides an inspiring, modern space that allows for privacy among those sharing the lodging, and also provides a breathtaking great room area on the top floor with fantastic views of the Grand Marais harbor, the neighborhood, and the town. Everything is in short walking distance from our micro community right in the heart of Grand Marais. Every restaurant, bar, coffee shop, gallery, and Grand Marais' famous beach are all a very short stroll from this private residence. The home is designed in modern Nordic fashion. The design is contextual architecture that completes a timeline of Scandinavian and Nordic design that the owners began on the property next door that also honored northern buildings in the roots of their designs. There is off street parking under a sod roofed carport. There is also an electric car charging station in the car port. Walk up to the entry area and pass under the arch to the first of 3 decks where there is room to store bikes in summer, and once inside, there is plenty of room to shake off the snow, hang the coats and set down the skis or snowshoes. Each bedroom is very private is separated from the other by a soundproofed floor and ceiling for maximum privacy. Each bedroom also has its own restroom with shower, work station, free standing closet, queen bed, and balcony or patio with great views for getting away from the group. Continuing up the inspiring staircase leads you to the primary gathering area on the top floor. This area is breathtaking with its expansive windows, view of the town and harbor, Lake Superior and the grounds. It is simply the best view from a lodging in Grand Marais. There is a fully modern and capable kitchen, an architect designed built in sofa for single sleepers, and a contemporary gas fireplace. The sofa can sleep one adult or two children as is, or it can be modified to sleep one adult above and one adult on floor cushions. Note the unique skylight with natural light filtering treatments and the push button electronic pop up television that you can leave hidden if you wish. There is also a wrap around deck on this top level with fantastic view of the rooftops and harbor and the town and of course Lake Superior. There is a utility room with full size washer and dryer. Everything about the Sky House 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. No cost has been spared to make the Sky House 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. Sauna is available on a first come first served basis and is private- message owner to verify availability prior to completing your reservation. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Massage ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Electric car charging station on site - Car recommended - Onsite parking options include a garage and a carport ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Yard ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: No smoking on property ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services ### 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 - Electric car charging station - Soundproofing - Unit size: 1,300 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18992000/18991941/92dfda18.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The North Shore Fisherman's Cabin- historic Grand Marais - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 209 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-21&endDate=2025-10-22&selected=18991941&PinnedHotelID=18991941&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33250000/33245200/33245132/3f95ee4b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fantastic House In Grand Marais! 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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 A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as The Skyhouse Life As Art orp5b35046x The Skyhouse- Life as Art Grand Marais The Skyhouse- Life as Art Private vacation home The Skyhouse- Life as Art Private vacation home Grand Marais ## About the area Grand Marais is home to this vacation home. North House Folk School and Sivertson Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cook County Public Tennis Courts and Grand Marais Golf 'n' Stuff. [Visit our Grand Marais travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Grand-Marais.dx6059939) [View more Vacation homes in Grand Marais](https://www.expedia.ca/Grand-Marais-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6059939-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C47.75023%2C-90.33936&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=swuzqdpMDpGZpJUEEFkw4YOBzHY=) Grand Marais, MN ### What's nearby - Cook County Court House - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Grand Marais Art Colony - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Cook County Public Tennis Courts - 10 min walk - 0.9 km - North Shore Health - 10 min walk - 0.9 km - Pincushion Mountain - 6 min drive - 4.8 km ### Getting around - Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 134 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Dockside Fish Market - ‬6 min walk - ‪Voyageur Brewing Company - ‬2 min walk - ‪The Fisherman’s Daughter - ‬6 min walk - ‪Java Moose Espresso Cafe - ‬4 min walk - ‪Gun Flint Tavern - ‬6 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The SkyHouse- Life as Art- Sauna Available pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The SkyHouse- Life as Art- Sauna Available? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The SkyHouse- Life as Art- Sauna Available? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The SkyHouse- Life as Art- Sauna Available located? > Situated in Grand Marais, this vacation home is steps from Lake Superior, Superior National Forest, and Grand Marais Art Colony. Cook County Court House and Visit Cook County Visitor Information Center are also within 5 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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