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Arris House - Historic elegance. Modern conveniences. Chair Lift for Mobility.

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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Property grounds
Exterior
Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

Map
Superior, WI
  • Popular LocationDuluth Entertainment Convention Center10 min drive
  • Popular LocationBayfront Festival Park10 min drive
  • Popular LocationAerial Lift Bridge11 min drive
  • AirportDuluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.)17 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Loft 1

1 Double Bed

Loft Too

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Futon

North Shore

1 Queen Bed

North Star

1 Queen Bed

North Woods

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

The Main Bath

Toilet · Shower only

The Third Floor Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Arris House - Historic elegance. Modern conveniences. Chair Lift for Mobility.

www.superior.vacations

Make Memories! For those special occasions and for discerning travelers.

Enjoy the elegant and comfortable Arris Heritage House, custom built in 1911 by noted builder Daniel J Arris and listed on the Wisconsin Historic register. So much has been updated yet the warmth and comfort of yesterday's elegance shines through the 11 stained and hand painted glass. The neighborhood was home to many of the local business leaders of that era and remains an area with delightful neighbors. The home was built for the Glenn Darst family with Grandpa Glenn (as he was known to all) living in the residence into his 90s. This great home had so many family and neighbor gatherings that the feeling of joy still rings through the home.

The main floor was designed with quality. The gorgeous cherry woodwork is complemented with 11 pieces of original stained glass and one of a kind hand painted stained glass from Duluth's St. Germain Studios. Note the crystal chandeliers. You will enjoy the comforts of a large cozy living room and elegant dining room. The modern kitchen features professional level Jenn Air appliances. Don't forget to connect to the Bluetooth speakers (in the living room and connected to the front outdoor porch)

The main living quarters are on the second level. We named them: North Star, North Shore and North Woods. Each bedroom is equipped with a new large Smart TV. The cobalt blue and white master features a sitting room that can provide extra sleeping (on the couch or air mattress). Enjoy the walk in shower too.

The third floor is it's own world with a huge remodeled bath room with separate shower and claw foot tub. To the left is a sleeping area or play area depending on your group. The barn-styled door to your right finds a sitting room or sleeping room depending on your needs.

We just added "Glenn's Grotto" in the lower level where we took a scary old basement and created some great hang out and game space. Grandpa Glenn had a game room built in the basement where adults could gather for games and libations. Later on, the grand kids took over and after that the area became a hobby room. We bring back the space as Glenn's Grotto featuring a family room and a separate game area PLUS a quarter bath. We have a large screen TV, a foosball table, card and game table and more. Grandpa Glenn never allowed cigars at his card games. Neither do we.

Make memories!

Note: Pets are welcome (dogs) with a $75 pet fee per dog per stay.

Property manager

Omar Navarro
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
- No shoes in the house. - No vaping or use of hookahs or other such apparatus - On street parking switches weekly(Sunday at 4PM) from side to side.
- Pets Allowed, additional charges will be added for cleaning if did not clean up after(hair/mess) - No party or Large crowd allowed
- Quiet after 10 PM, No shoes please - if using grill, please clean after

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

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Superior

Located in Superior, this holiday home is near theme parks. Aerial Lift Bridge and Fairlawn Mansion & Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include SS Meteor Whaleback Ship Museum and Dungeon's End. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Wade Stadium or Duluth Heritage Sports Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Superior, WI

What's nearby

  • North Shore Scenic Railroad - 8 min drive
  • Duluth Entertainment Convention Center - 10 min drive
  • Bayfront Festival Park - 10 min drive
  • AMSOIL Arena - 11 min drive
  • Aerial Lift Bridge - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 4 min walk
  • Keyport Lounge - 15 min walk
  • Aces On 29th - 17 min walk
  • Spirit Room - 20 min walk
  • Dairy Queen - 18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Arris House - Historic elegance. Modern conveniences. Chair Lift for Mobility. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Arris House - Historic elegance. Modern conveniences. Chair Lift for Mobility.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Arris House - Historic elegance. Modern conveniences. Chair Lift for Mobility.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Arris House - Historic elegance. Modern conveniences. Chair Lift for Mobility. located?

Situated in Superior, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from A World of Accordions Museum and within 3 miles (5 km) of Essentia Health St. Mary's Hospital-Superior and Fairlawn Mansion & Museum. SS Meteor Whaleback Ship Museum is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brewfest Crew
Great place to enjoy all that the Duluth/ Superior area has to offer. Excellent house for a group of people with plenty of room for privacy but also hang out and be together. Would definitely recommend staying at this house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Reunion in Duluth
We had a wonderful time at Arris House! The four beds in the main rooms were very comfortable. The other beds were not really meant for adults. Luckily the three youngest were 20 somethings who could sleep anywhere. The chair lift was fantastic for our eldest guest who would have really struggled with the stairs. Having basic supplies already in the house was also a huge plus so we didn’t have to run out for anything as soon as we arrived. Don’t forget to move your car on Sunday if you park on the street. We did and got a ticket ($15). Our intent was to spend most of our time in Duluth and we ended up spending a lot of time in Superior once we discovered all the beautiful parks and museums. Thank you for a wonderful week with family in a part of the country half of us had never visited before!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding weekend
My fiancé and I got married at the rose garden in Duluth on a Saturday. Our small wedding party all stayed together for the weekend. Was wonderful and so glad we found it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K., Minnesota, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming historic home in a great location
We just returned from staying two nights in this wonderful house. The owners have blended modern amenities with a beautiful, historic home. There was more than adequate sleeping space for our party of 7 and great spaces for us all to eat and relax together. There were many restaurants around for eating in or takeout. If you want to do things in Duluth, it is just a 10 minute drive over the bridge. The owners were fantastic with their communication before and during our stay. They even emailed the morning temperatures were double digits below zero to alert us to be careful outside. The thing that imporessed us the most about the owners was how quickly they responded to a situation we were having with the heating system. Within 2 minutes of being contacted by us, they had already called the heating specialist, and within an hour the problem was fixed. The rapid fix to the issue all occured on New Year's Eve. My family would highly recommend this home to anyone looking for a place to stay in Duluth or Superior.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jodi L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house!
We had a wonderful time at this property! We arrived when it was dark and woke up to beautiful hand painted windows the next morning. It was the perfect place for us, our kids and my parents to spend the time together.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by Omar Navarro

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We love older homes! They offer charm, quirks, and challenges to be sure. And we love the North Shore communities that share a commitment to the outdoors. There is so much in and around the Twin Ports. That brought us to Duluth/Superior. There are sports and arts. There is shopping and antiquing. There is sightseeing and day trips. Cycling, rafting,golf, skiing, and so much more. We love it all! That is why we chose to be here and chose to develop this and several other distinctive homes for use with our traveling guests.

Why they chose this property

We knew the moment we entered the Arris House that we found something special. Just look at the exterior detail. Then see the incredible cherry woodwork inside the home. Wow. You rarely find cherry in this area. We learned of the family histories that were built in this home. But it needed to be brought forward with finishing details, furnishings, and lots of love.

Older homes are never done. There will always be something to maintain as well as more projects to tackle. But this home? It is a gem!

What makes this property unique

Great examples of the era: crystal, stained glass, hand painted stained glass. Plus the bonus of Glenn's Secret Grotto.

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English

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