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Lake Superior Ice/Sea Caves Bay Lodging. Near Apostle Islands & Bayfield

Lake Superior Ice/Sea Caves Bay Lodging. Near Apostle Islands & Bayfield

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Beach
One mile from the end of that point by water is the Cornucopia marina.
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Overview of Lake Superior Ice/Sea Caves Bay Lodging. Near Apostle Islands & Bayfield

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Beach view

Check out the area

Cornucopia, WI
  • Popular LocationMeyers Beach12 min drive
  • Popular LocationApostle Islands Mainland Sea Caves14 min drive
  • Popular LocationApostle Islands Marina30 min drive
  • AirportDuluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.)95 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Birch Room

1 Queen Bed

Cherry Room

1 Single Bunk Bed

Juniper Room

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Moon Room

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

2nd Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Private Master bath

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Lake Superior Ice/Sea Caves Bay Lodging. Near Apostle Islands & Bayfield

"A living canvas of color, scent, and touch no artisan but Divine inspires."
Gitchigumi - Ojibwe for "Great Water" is the largest freshwater lake by area in the world. The Lake is powerful, magnetic and transforming in any season. Our humble beach front home is situated on 20 secluded acres on the Lake's south shore. We have 400' of sand beach 100' from the house and easily accessible (no stairs). The stream that runs through the property is teaming with brook trout, beaver, otter and ducks. One half mile walk down the shoreline is another trout stream that marks the south west boundary of the Apostle Islands National Park.
We have a boat launch ramp on the property, but there is no dock or mooring in the bay. Boats can also be launched from the marina in Cornucopia 2 miles away by water. Any boats kept in our bay would have to be anchored or beached if wave action permits.

The Lake must be respected as it can be pristine one minute and brutal the next, but contrary to those unfamiliar with the south shore waters, the bay waters can be comfortable to swim in from the middle of June to the middle of September. That depends entirely, of coarse, on your courage level and the weather. Wake boarding, snorkeling, body surfing, fishing, hunting, boating, four wheeling and walking the beach are frequent pass times here in the summer. Snowmobiling, ice fishing, skiing and sledding are winter sport.
My brother and I purchased this property from our father in January 2017 and completed the extensive remodeling a year later with cherry and birch flooring, cherry and juniper paneling. It is a simple home on an exceptional piece of property. The Ice and Sea Caves are world class attractions and can be seen from our front deck. The caves are accessible by foot in the winter when the ice is safe and your dressed for it. They are accessible in the summer by boat or by hiking trails that start at Myer's beach one mile to the east.
If you think the lake is beautiful and intimidating, build a fire on the beach at night some time, lay on the sand on a clear night and try to imagine your place in the clearly visible Milky Way.
The view alone is humbling, but the experience is.........spiritual.

By the shores of Gitche Gumee,
By the shining Big-Sea-Water,
Stood the wigwam of Nokomis,
Daughter of the Moon, Nokomis.
Dark behind it rose the forest,
Rose the black and gloomy pine-trees,
Rose the firs with cones upon them;
Bright before it beat the water,
Beat the clear and sunny water,
Beat the shining Big-Sea-Water.

At the door on summer evenings
Sat the little Hiawatha;
Heard the whispering of the pine-trees,
Heard the lapping of the waters,
Sounds of music, words of wonder;
'Minne-wawa!" said the pine-trees,
Mudway-aushka!" said the water.

Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

Property manager

Hans & Vicki Martens with Co-owners Tim & Janet Martens
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Beach view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed
There are exceptions made (special circumstances)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Groups exceeding 13 on the property at any time by permission only. Remove beach sand outside the house and shoes inside please.
Keep garbage contained in garage, house or vehicle. Keep bath towels in the house.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Bayfield

Located in Bayfield, this holiday home is on the beach. Wolfsong Adventures in Mushing and Living Adventure are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Superior and Meyers Beach. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Meyers Beach - 12 min drive
  • Apostle Islands Mainland Sea Caves - 14 min drive
  • Legendary Waters Casino - 25 min drive
  • Apostle Islands Marina - 30 min drive
  • Apostle Highlands Golf Course - 34 min drive

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • Little Nikki's - 6 min drive
  • Siskiwit Bay Coffee & Curiosities - 5 min drive
  • The Village Inn - 6 min drive
  • Cornucopia Sweet Shoppe - 6 min drive
  • The Fisherman's Hideout - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Superior Ice/Sea Caves Bay Lodging. Near Apostle Islands & Bayfield pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake Superior Ice/Sea Caves Bay Lodging. Near Apostle Islands & Bayfield?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Superior Ice/Sea Caves Bay Lodging. Near Apostle Islands & Bayfield?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Superior Ice/Sea Caves Bay Lodging. Near Apostle Islands & Bayfield located?

This Bayfield holiday home is on the beach, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Superior, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Meyers Beach and Apostle Islands Mainland Sea Caves. Wolfsong Adventures in Mushing is 7.6 mi (12.2 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pat A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Most beautiful and relaxing
This is a perfect location and lodging for any age group. The owner is amazingly helpful and prompt.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter Birthday Getaway
We had a wonderful, cozy long weekend up by the lake. It was just lovely!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

claire C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Fall Getaway!
This is an ideal spot to stay for enjoying a beach, taking in the fall colors, and relaxing! We came for the whistlestop race, but will be back for winter sea cave exploration or summer beach fun. We’ve stayed at a few different VRBOs in this area, and this is by far the best! Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carmen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular lake view!
Very nice country place to relax and enjoy.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great View
Stayed for the annual Apple Fest in Bayfield. Nice and private but yet close to all the attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Hans & Vicki Martens with Co-owners Tim & Janet Martens

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My brother and I grew up in Cornucopia. We spent our waking hours on motorcycles and snowmobiles and made them go places they weren't designed to go. Fishing, hunting, down hill skiing, boating, and countless other activities were how we pasted the time and pass it did. This property has been in the family for 50 years. I retired in 2017 and my wife Vicki and I live in Minneapolis with our 5 adult children and 10 grand children nearby. My brother Tim, his wife Janet and their two children live in Brule, Wisconsin on a 200 acre hobby farm, about 40 miles away. Tim runs a logging business and Janet is a nurse practitioner. My wife Vicki is a substitute teacher and a model grandmother. I worked for Johnson Controls as a service technician for 28 years before retiring in July of 2017. For the last 20 years or so I have shared the pastoral responsibilities for a church in Blaine, MN with 5 other men. To acquire this property is a dream come true and my brother and I do not take it for granted.

What makes this property unique

You would be hard pressed to find any other property like it on the south shore of Lake Superior.
1. We have unparalleled access to the Sea Caves.
A. The only private drive down access to the ice by snowmobile.
B. The only easily accessible shoreline within walking distance of the caves.
2. Private trout stream
3. 20 acres of land
4. One of only a handful of private properties with drive down access to the sand beach lake shore.
5. And a private boat launch.
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