The perfect gift for every occasion

  • Spacious livingroom has fireplace, TV/VCR and stereo. Relax by the fire while listening to music or watching one of our many movies. Our home is very casual so everyone feels at home.
    Diningroom seats 10. Coffeee/tea available every morning at 7:15 am. Breakfast is served at 9:00 am.
    Whirlpool tub in the Harbor Suite.
    The Harbor Suite is the perfect room to escape and relax. The king size bed, whirlpool tub, TV/VCR, great views of the Harbor, and the full bath make this the a dream for any occasion.

    • Address 520 W. 2nd Sreet
      Grand Marais, MN 55604
      USA
    • Phone+1-218-387-1840
    • Toll free+1-800-792-1840
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    Welcome to MacArthur House, a premier B&B located in the North Shore harbor town of Grand Marais, Minnesota. All guestrooms are beautiful and spacious with private baths. A whirlpool suite that is truly amazing. Rooms with views of Lake Superior. Enjoy one of the many outdoor activities and scenery: Pincushion Mountain, The Superior Hiking Trail, Judge Magney State Park, Isle Royale, Grand Portage, Eagle Mountain, and Lutsen which offer hiking, cross country skiing, canoeing, snow shoeing, biking, downhill skiing, golfing, and sea kayaking.

    Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 149 Reviews

    4.5 out of 5
     
    • Guest room  4
    • Services  5
    • Value  4
    • Cleanliness  5
    • Dining  4

    Explanation of Our Ratings

      Outstanding
      Exceeded my expectations
      Met my expectations
      Okay, but below average
      Unsatisfactory
    5 out of 5
     

    Fantastic!

    May 01, 2013

    The main building is brand new and constructed as a B&B. The rooms are large and well furnished. (Including a large live plant in each room.) Beds are king size with big pillows. There is a "living room" available to all with giant TV, movies, etc. The breakfast is substantial and well-prepared. Note: there are two separate cabins adjacent and the owners have just purchased an adjacent motel. I think they all are being re-decorated. When they are done, I suspect they will be great too. However, my review does not include them -- only the main building.

    3.8 out of 5
     

    Early spring getaway

    March 29, 2013

    Friendly laid back hosts, excellent food, easy coming and going, could use a few more special touches (special shampoo, lotion, conditioner, artist's works displayed, offer of coffee as early as "needed" )

    4.4 out of 5
     

    Lovely Time

    March 22, 2013

    Great town,great house, great skiing, great hot tub after a long ski.

    4.4 out of 5
     

    It's a good deal

    March 10, 2013

    We stayed here in the off-season (early March) in the Birch Room, and had a very pleasant experience. The room was spacious, spotless, warm, and delightfully decorated (it was quite amusing that Max apologized that the two sitting chairs did not match because he was rehabbing the matching chair). Breakfast was delicious, the rates were very good for the value, and Max and Sherri had no problem with us showing up a little late because of bad driving weather coming up. Only thing really missing was a lake view, but who cares when everything else was so nice? We would definitely stay here again.


    Location

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeeper(s)

    Max & Sherri Bichel

    Innkeepers Description:

    Sherri and Max are outdoor people. Love to run, hike, snowshoe, cross country ski, and walk. Sherri and Max run everyday. Max plays tennis and Sherri golfs.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

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  • Rooms & Rates

    • Nightly Rate $64 - $179

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check In: 3:00 pm    Check Out: 11:00 am

    • Minimum Stay: weekends Summer & Fall - 2 nights weekends

    • Deposit Amount Required: one nights stay or 1/2 required upon reservation

    • Cancellations: 10 days prior to arrival are non refundable. No shows will be billed for the entire stay.

    • Open All Year Round: Yes


    General Policies

    • Smoking Allowed: Limited

    • Guest Pets Allowed: No

    • Drinking Allowed: Limited

    • Drinking Description: BYO

    • Drinks Available: No

    • Children Allowed: no children under 14

    • Suitable For Children: Limited

    • Childcare Provided: No


    Discount Type

    • 3 night stays
      Percent Off: 10%

    • Art Colony Classes
      Percent Off: 10%

    • North House Folk School Classes
      Percent Off: 10%

    • Senior/65 over/AARP card
      Percent Off: 10%

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  • Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 149 Reviews

    4.5 out of 5
     
    • Guest room  4
    • Services  4
    • Value  4
    • Cleanliness  4
    • Dining  4

    Explanation of Our Ratings

      Outstanding
      Exceeded my expectations
      Met my expectations
      Okay, but below average
      Unsatisfactory
    5 out of 5
     

    Fantastic!

    May 01, 2013

    The main building is brand new and constructed as a B&B. The rooms are large and well furnished. (Including a large live plant in each room.) Beds are king size with big pillows. There is a "living room" available to all with giant TV, movies, etc. The breakfast is substantial and well-prepared. Note: there are two separate cabins adjacent and the owners have just purchased an adjacent motel. I think they all are being re-decorated. When they are done, I suspect they will be great too. However, my review does not include them -- only the main building.

    3.8 out of 5
     

    Early spring getaway

    March 29, 2013

    Friendly laid back hosts, excellent food, easy coming and going, could use a few more special touches (special shampoo, lotion, conditioner, artist's works displayed, offer of coffee as early as "needed" )

    4.4 out of 5
     

    Lovely Time

    March 22, 2013

    Great town,great house, great skiing, great hot tub after a long ski.

    4.4 out of 5
     

    It's a good deal

    March 10, 2013

    We stayed here in the off-season (early March) in the Birch Room, and had a very pleasant experience. The room was spacious, spotless, warm, and delightfully decorated (it was quite amusing that Max apologized that the two sitting chairs did not match because he was rehabbing the matching chair). Breakfast was delicious, the rates were very good for the value, and Max and Sherri had no problem with us showing up a little late because of bad driving weather coming up. Only thing really missing was a lake view, but who cares when everything else was so nice? We would definitely stay here again.

    5 out of 5
     

    Overall a very nice and comfy B&B stay

    February 23, 2013

    We recently spent a few nights here during a stay in the Grand Marais area. I had wanted to try this B&B out for some time and was not disappointed. The rooms were tastefully decorated and comfortable. The view of the harbor was nice, although it would be worth upgrading to the suite for the better view. The breakfasts were very good and the hosts were very helpful and charming. My only comments for improvements would be to replace the beds and perhaps the bedding. Our bed was somewhat hard and not overly comfortable for sleeping. However, that is a matter of personal preference. I would highly recommend this establishment and we plan on staying here again.

    5 out of 5
     

    A must when staying in Grand Marais!

    January 06, 2013

    Max and Sherri are very welcoming and super friendly! We had a wonderful time! Rooms are very bright and clean. Breakfast is delicious!

    5 out of 5
     

    awesome stay once again

    December 24, 2012

    We stayed with Max and Sherri last year and promised ourselves we needed to go back.It was late in the season but the hospitality and great breakfasts added the warmth to one of the nicest places we have stayed. The house was fully decorated for the holiday season. Grand Marais was bustling with activity like always. We will be back again soon in the new year. Thanks Max and Sherri for another unforgettable stay. Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year to you both. Steve & Shelley

    5 out of 5
     

    The MacArthur House - The Place to Stay in Grand Marais

    November 12, 2012

    We were very impressed with the MacArthur House and found that this lovely B&B provided the utmost in warm and hospitable lodging. Each spacious room has been meticulously arranged in the house as to allow the utmost privacy for each guest. The high ceilings and lots of natural light are a bonus. MacArthur House owners, Max and Sherri are gracious hosts and tended to all details in making sure our stay was everything it could be. They were also very accommodating in helping us with our last minute plans to extend our visit by two additional nights. The MacArthur house has a bright future with newly acquired cabins on their property. Our children and their families stayed in these great, clean cabins which lend to the ‘up north’ feel of Grand Marais. We definitely plan to make the MacArthur House a place to stay and hope to visit again soon. Beth and Greg Cramer Plymouth, Minnesota


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  • Location Type

    • 2 blocks from lake

    • Small town

    City -

    • Directions to property:

    Airport

    • Duluth, MN (DLH)


    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Casino

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Eagle Mountain

    • Pincushion Mountain XC skiing

    • Lutsen

    • Judge Magney State Park -- Devil's Kettle

    • Grand Portage State Park -- High Falls

    • Gunflint Trail

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Ruins

    • Ski area

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bicycles

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Cross-country ski trails

    • Downhill Skiing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Hunting

    • Kayaking

    • Mountain Bike trails

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Ski rentals

    • Snow shoe rental

    • Snow shoe trails

    • Swimming

    • Swimming pool

    • Tennis courts

    • Water sports

    • Whitewater Rafting

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  • Amenities

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property highlights

    • Business travel

    • Economical rates

    • Honeymoons

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    On-site

    • BBQ grill

    • CD player

    • DVD Player

    • Fireplace

    • Telephone

    • Wedding Facilities

    Guest room(s)

    • Alarm clock

    • Board games

    • Ceiling fans

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • In-room internet

    • Desk

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Library

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • VCR

    • Videos

    • Wi-Fi

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  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 8:30 am

    • Serving Location: Dining Room

    Recipes

    Breakfast-Brunch

    Sherri's Frittata
    Serves: 8
    Prep time: 1 hour

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