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Pumphouse on Lake Superior I 200’ Lake Superior Frontage I Incredible Views

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Smart TV, fireplace
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 5288 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available

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Duluth, MN
  • Place, Lester River
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lester Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Brighton Beach Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Pumphouse on Lake Superior I 200’ Lake Superior Frontage I Incredible Views

https://www.duluthpumphouse.com

Welcome to the historic Pumphouse on Lake Superior with 200' of lakeshore! The Pumphouse is one of Duluth's iconic and historical properties. This home was originally designed by John Wangenstein in 1860 as the water pump house for the City of Duluth but was abandoned when the new pump house was built in 1897. Miss Elisabeth Congdon purchased it and hired renowned architect Harold Starin to convert the pump house into an absolutely stunning French-style home. Enormous 8' windows face the courtyard and London Road, while a terrace along the entire length of the home overhangs Lake Superior. French doors frame the large living room and its commanding view of Lake Superior and the Aerial Lift Bridge. This stunning 3,100 square foot French home sits on 200' of lakefront on London Road. The Pumphouse faces southeast for beautiful sunrises and overhangs Lake Superior. The home features large multi-paned French windows, French doors, 10-foot ceilings, a Pullman-style kitchen, period chandeliers, four gas fireplaces, and other unique elements. You can enjoy a fire in our fire pit next to the lake or leisurely escape to the terrace to listen to the many sounds of the lake. There are two flights of stairs going from the parking area to the lakeside Pumphouse (which may be challenging for those with mobility concerns). We are located lakeside on London Road, just a short drive to Duluth's downtown restaurants, entertainment, and Canal Park. PL19-166.
This cottage's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Lake Superior. You'll find features such as laundry facilities. Free WiFi and in-room jetted baths are available in the cottage.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washing machine and 3 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • Steps from Lake Superior and 3 minutes on foot from University Park
As a guest of Pumphouse on Lake Superior I 200’ Lake Superior Frontage I Incredible Views, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Duluth cottage is smoke free.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Put any furniture that was moved back in place.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Professional photography/photo shoots require owner pre-approval
Minimum night stay in Duluth, MN is 2 nights and maximum night stay is 28 nights.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number PL19-166

Reviews

Pumphouse on Lake Superior I 200’ Lake Superior Frontage I Incredible Views Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 256 out of 259 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 259 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 259 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 259 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 259 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The care that has gone into renovating the historic pumphouse is amazing. It is bright and inviting and everything about it makes you feel at home. Anything you might need is right at your fingertips. The view of Lake Superior is what drew us to it to see the gales and we were not disappointed! Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne T., Red Wing MN

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed everything about our stay. We only left the home during our three night stay to walk three blocks to the grocery store. The kitchen was well supplied with everything we needed to cook. We didn’t want to leave the beautiful home.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Callan Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a wonderful getaway at the Pumphouse! The house is fabulous, the lake is so peaceful. Just what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridget M.

Liked: Cleanliness
It's our third time staying at this property and it never disappoints! It was our first time brining young kids and they loved playing in the water outside the home. It was also a short walk to Lester Park for some fantastic hiking without loading everyone in the car. We will certainly be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzi S., Eagan, Mn

Liked: Cleanliness
This is my sixth year staying at the pump house. It is so aesthetically pleasing inside and out. Never disappoints. Always clean stocked and beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark S., St. Louis

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne J.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is an amazing historic property right on the lake! We loved watching the sunrise each morning! The house was very clean and the beds so cozy! Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly D., Minneapolis, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
What a special place, love it!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S.

Liked: Cleanliness
beautiful location and property
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily R.

Liked: Cleanliness
We stayed for our honeymoon and it was perfect. Great location and a wonderful house. They had everything we needed; every time we thought "wonder if they have...." we found it. We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marguerite D.

Liked: Cleanliness
A truly exceptional home on Lake Superior. Peaceful, relaxing, rejuvenating, wonderful! Wish we could have stayed longer!! Fabulous master bedroom suite! Enjoyed being so close to the lake! Great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
We celebrated our 50th wedding anniversary with our adult kids. All of us LOVED every minute we were there. The hardest part was leaving. We WILL be back.
Watching a storm roll through Duluth
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky S.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was our second trip to the Pumphouse and we’re glad we stayed longer this time! Wonderfully relaxing trip with everything we needed. The upkeep, maintenance and refreshing is top notch and appreciated. Lots of care was taken in delivering a first class guest experience. Looking forward to returning!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay. Looking forward to coming back next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous spot on the Lake with luxury furnishings. We look forward to relaxing on the porch all year! Have a 14 year old fisherman who was in Heaven with all the options. Perfect family time
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael I.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a beautiful home and we have enjoyed our stay each time. Thank you for offering this for others to enjoy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison p.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous!

Beautiful property. This was a return stay and it was fabulous! Same as our previous stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine N.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shauna T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Magical as always

This is my 3rd stay at the Pumphouse, 2nd with my family. This property is so relaxing and enough space to spread out during the rainy days.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorna P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Beautiful property and helpful hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing home and location. We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula K.

Liked: Cleanliness

R&R Time

This property is such a beautiful spot. A spectacular place to stay!!!! It's so calm and peaceful. I'd move in, if it was allowed! When i vusit here i dont want to leave. I love soaking up the rays on the patio and having a campfire in the evening . Just a perfect place to get some R&R. You wont regret staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing home! Our second time staying and we spent most of our trip just enjoying the view from the deck. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025