Skara Brae Scottish Bed & Breakfast
Located on the north shore of Lake Superior just three miles east of Grand Marais, Minnesota, the Scottish retreat Skara Brae beckons with breathtaking views and old-world hospitality. Enjoy the mesmerizing sights and sounds from the lake 100 feet below while relaxing on the comfortable and spacious decks or fireside in the lakefront living room. Accommodations include one cottage with king-sized bed, kitchenette and bath, a two-room suite with private bath and a third queen-size bedroom with adjacent bath. European art, quilts, English country fabrics and native knotty pine wood decorate the bedrooms.
Location
- Location is best described as:
- Nearest major city: Grand Marais, MN (3 miles West)
- Directions to property:
Grand Marais, Minnesoata is about 110 miles northeast of Duluth on Highway 61. Croftville is an additional 3 miles northeast of Grand Marais proper. Croftville road (county road 87) will be your first clue that you are approaching Skara Brae. There are blue highway signs giving directions to various establishments. Look for our sign on the lakeside of Highway 61 after you pass the Wedgewood Motel. Turn right onto our property, park in one of the three provided spots and come on in. - Nearest major airport: Duluth, MN (DLH) 125 miles
- Directions from airport:
North on Highway 61 110 miles to Grand Marais.
Room Rates (USD American Dollars)
All occupancy rates are subject to change
- State and local taxes may apply
- Accommodations: Rooms
- There are 3 guest accommodations (3 with private baths)
- Double occupancy rate is between $ 55.00 and $ 155.00
- The rate for each additional person is $ 25.00
Amenities
| In Room | |
| Alarm clock | Amenities Basket |
| CD player | Coffee/Tea facilities |
| Fridge | Hairdryer |
| Ironing Board | Microwave |
| Private entrance | VCR |
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| On Site | |
| Board games | Fireplace |
| Library | Videos |
| Wedding Facilities | |
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| Other Amenitites | |
| Historic 3 mile lakefront walk | Smoke Detector |
| Extensive reading library | Bonfire (summer) |
| Spacious Decks | Extensive video and CD library |
Meals
- A Full breakfast is included with room rate
- Breakfast is served from: 9:00 AM
- Breakfast is served in the Dining Room
- Lunch is available by special request
- Dinner is available by special request
- Additional food services included in room rate: Afternoon tea
- Special meals available: Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian
Policies
- Minimum stay required (2 night minimum on weekends and holidays)
- Smoking is allowed in limited areas (Smoking is allowed outside only)
- We cannot accommodate guest pets (Our cat "Sly" is on the premesis)
- Limitations on children staying (Younger Children Only With Whole House Rental)
- No childcare is provided
- Consumption of alcohol is permitted (Drinking allowed but alcohol not sold on the premises)
- Deposit amount required (A deposit of the first night is required to book your stay payable by check, Visa, Mastercard, Discover or American Express.)
- Check in time is after 3:00 pm and Check out time is 11:00 am
- Cancellations:
Cancel 2 weeks before your check-in date for a full refund less a $15.00 service charge. If less than 2 weeks before check-in no refund unless we can re-book the room. If we re-book, a full refund less a $15.00 service charge will be made. - Accepted by the following agencies:
- Duluth Scottish Heritage Association
- Grand Marais Area Tourism Association
- Grand Marais Chamber of Commerce
- North Shore Bed & Breakfast Association
- North Shore Music Association
- St. Andrew's Society of Minnesota
Discounts available:| | 10% | Grand Marais Art Colony Students | Minimum stay: 2 days |
| | 10% | North House Folk School Students | Minimum stay: 2 days |
Innkeepers
- Innkeeper(s): Ron Wise
- The innkeepers speak: English
- There is one cat on the property
Area Attractions
Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Casino, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Boundary Waters Canoe Area, Isle Royale National Park, Superior Hiking Trail, North House Folk School, Lake Superior Golf Course, Grand Marais Art Colony, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Ski area
Onsite or Nearby Activities
Bicycle riding trails, Billiards, Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Cross-country ski trails, Downhill Skiing, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Hunting, Kayaking, Mountain Bike trails, Dragon Boat Festival July, Summer Solstice Festival June, Grand Marais Arts Festival July, Fisherman's Picnic August, Sailing, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Ski rentals, Snow shoe rental, Snow shoe trails, Swimming pool, Tennis courts, Water sports