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

Beachfront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Stunning views of PumpHouse on Lake Superior
Twilight birds-eye view of Pumphouse on Lake Superior
Sunrise from the lake
Patio heater on back patio (seasonal)
Guest sunset photo

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 5288.0 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Duluth, MN
  • Place, Glensheen Historic Estate
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Minnesota Duluth
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Aerial Lift Bridge
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

2nd Floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

2nd Floor Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Main Level Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

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.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Professional photography/photo shoots require owner pre-approval
Minimum night stay in Duluth, MN is 2 nights and maximum night stay is 28 nights.

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
Property Registration Number PL19-166

About the area

Duluth

Located on the beach, this cottage is in Lakeside - Lester Park, a neighbourhood in Duluth. Lake Superior and University Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Marshall W. Alworth Planetarium and S.S. William A. Irvin Ore Boat Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Duluth Entertainment Convention Center or AMSOIL Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Duluth, MN

What's nearby

  • Glensheen Historic Estate - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • University of Minnesota Duluth - 9 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Duluth Entertainment Convention Center - 11 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Aerial Lift Bridge - 12 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Bayfront Festival Park - 12 min drive - 11.1 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wired Whiskers - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mount Royal Fine Foods - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Billy's - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pumphouse on Lake Superior I 200’ Lake Superior Frontage I Incredible Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pumphouse on Lake Superior I 200’ Lake Superior Frontage I Incredible Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pumphouse on Lake Superior I 200’ Lake Superior Frontage I Incredible Views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pumphouse on Lake Superior I 200’ Lake Superior Frontage I Incredible Views located?

Nestled on the beach, this Lakeside - Lester Park cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Lake Superior, University Park and Lester River. Lester Park and Brighton Beach Park are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 252 out of 255 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 255 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 255 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 255 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 255 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Holly D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a special place, love it!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Bridget M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Steve P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. Looking forward to coming back next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Katie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

10/10 Excellent

Paula K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Keith S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful lakeside retreat

Beautiful house right on the lake!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love it!

We come back to the Pumphouse for a weekend every winter and love everything about it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erick N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

We’ve stayed at the Pumphouse before and enjoy the setting no matter what the season is!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Best!

This is our fourth extended stay at this property. We love it so much that we canceled a long planned trip to Orlando in favor of beautiful views and ultimate luxury. It’s like being on a luxury yacht without the seasickness! We love to be able to cook, relax, and play cards. It was a wonderful, grown-up vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Tradition

Our second stay and we’ve loved every minute. Unmatched views, clean, spacious. We plan to continue to make this a family getaway spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abby R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

Would love to come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shauna T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical as always

This is my second stay at the Pumphouse. It’s an absolutely beautiful property and ridiculously relaxing. We had a wonderful visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travis D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Escape

Best decision ever!!!! A weekend away with friends resulted in long hours on the beach searching for rocks and afternoon naps. We will definitely be back!!! So worth it!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Wedding Weekend

This was the perfect location for us over our fall wedding weekend. We’ve been coming to Duluth for many years and have never stayed anywhere this incredible. The location on the waterfront and the interior is unmatched. We hope to return someday.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic property

We loved our stay. This is a very special place but next time I wouldn’t go during a holiday- big loud parties next door.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erick N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful House

The pumphouse is gorgeous and is such a unique property. We really enjoyed our stay and look forward to returning!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Becky H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property

Wonderful time!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Calvin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Over the top. From the coziness of the home to the close proximity of everything Duluth has to offer. Modern cabin with the peacefulness of Lake Superior waves hitting the shoreline. Cannot wait to rent again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely beautiful

Such an amazing house! So clean, beautiful, and the views are the best views in Duluth! 2nd time staying here and looking forward to the next stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic stay

Carin's place is fantastic - right on the water and so convenient to all that Duluth has to offer. It is incredibly clean and well stocked. We appreciated all of her attention to detail.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The PumpHouse was Perfect!

Property was spotless! Was so fun just sitting on the back deck watching the boats and canoes go by. Perfect place to stay with family. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Couldn’t recommend this place enough. Absolutely stunning and the management is superb!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

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