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Nelson's Travelers Rest

PO Box 634, Grand Marais, MN 55604
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Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 December 2012

This is the sort of place, that after your first visit, you would want to make one of your annual family traditions for decades. Tom and Patty Nelson, owners of Nelson's Traveler's Rest, are extremely amicable and hospitable folks. They ensure that this place has an authentic, down-home, "mom-and-pop" feel to it, and yet maintain it in a very tidy,... More

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Geff, IL
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 November 2012

Accommodations are small and quaint, but the price definitely offsets any inconvenience of the size of the rooms. The cabins contain anything you might want for your stay and the hosts checked on us everyday to make sure our needs were met. We will be staying their again next visit.

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Chicago, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 October 2012

Stayed for one night after a BDub trip. Really nice & cozy, clean, and a easy walk to town. Nice little kitchenette, too. Bathroom was spotless. Would stay here again. Call early during peak times, as they book up quick.

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Shakopee, Minnesota
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 September 2012

I stayed for 3 nights and I really liked it. The people are nice and friendly. I would stay again here. There was a campfire pit everynight. The Cabins were clean and there are grills by each cabin for you to use.

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Saint Paul, Minnesota
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 September 2012

My wife and I have stayed at Nelson's Travelers Rest multiple times and think very highly of the place. We've stayed in cabins 5 and 6 and have enjoyed both. The units sport a kitchenette and a full bathroom for very decent price. Both units were clean and the owners were very friendly. The place is within walking distance to... More

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Lake Forest, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 September 2012

Our cabin was very clean, very well-equipped and the grounds were quiet after 10 p.m. ...not sure if that was a rule, or if everybody was just tired...but there were no rowdy guests. I think the hosts keep an eye on things very well, but also really respect your privacy. The kitchen had everything you could want, and the location... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 July 2011

We discovered Nelson's earlier this year and returned for a second time last week. The accommodations are very nice, comfortable and immaculate! The hosts are friendly and helpful. Nelson's is within walking distance of downtown Grand Marais and has a lovely view of Lake Superior. The Lake breezes and a couple of fans kept us cool at night during the... More

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Minneapolis
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2007

Went to Nelson's June23-25 in 2006. We are used to pitching a tent in a state park on the North Shore, so the bed, indoor plumbing and stove were great amenities. This place was so cute and convenient, it made our trip ten times more enjoyable. There is a walking path that goes down the bay in Grand Marais, about... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 December 2004

What wonderful hospitality! Extremely well kept cabins with franklin fireplaces and kitchenettes. Great for longer family vacations as you can go to the local grocery store and cook your own meals. Rates very reasonable! Tom and Patty and their two daughters are wonderful hosts! Campfires at night for all to attend, some cabins with great views of Lake Superior. Now... More

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Cologne, Germany
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 August 2010
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Address: PO Box 634, Grand Marais, MN 55604
Region: United States > Minnesota > Grand Marais
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Ranked #7 of 27 Speciality lodging in Grand Marais

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