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

Duluth, Minnesota
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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-stylehome. 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. Road Construction;
Please note: London Road (Hwy 61) will be under construction during the 2026 season, beginning in late April and continuing into the fall. During this project, northbound traffic on London Road will remain open, but southbound traffic will be detoured to Superior Street through portions of the work area.
For guests, the main impact will be extra travel time when heading south toward downtown Duluth, Canal Park, and other western parts of the city. The detour is expected to affect travel patterns for much of the construction season, so we recommend allowing a little extra time when arriving, departing, or planning outings. Our goal is to make your stay as smooth as possible, and we simply want guests to be aware of the roadwork before arrival. For the most current project details and detour maps, please review the official MnDOT information below:
MnDOT project page:
https://www.dot.state.mn.us/d1/
projects/londonroad/index.html
Detour map PDF:
https://edocs-
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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • SKI

    Cross-country Skiing And Snowboarding Nearby
  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels On The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 3100 Sq Ft (288 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    3 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Jetted Bathtub Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Casino Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Ice Skating Nearby Kayak On Site Kayaking Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Playground
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Hospital Near A Zoo On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 5

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Review Review

  • Robin

    Submitted Jul 19, 2022

    Stayed Jul 14, 2022

    This peaceful, beautiful haven is my favorite of 100s of places I’ve stayed. The home is gorgeous, showcasing Lake Superior in an amazing way. Spacious inside and out, thoughtful small touches make it like home, only better. 😃 The variety of outdoor spaces doubles the pleasure. We can’t wait to return with friends - they’ll be blown away!

  • Pam W.

    Submitted Apr 18, 2026

    Stayed Apr 13, 2026

    We had everything we needed and had so much fun. Used the outdoor grill twice and had no issues. Saw a few ships as the season was just starting. The views of the lake are the best. Highly recommend!!!

  • Sarah B.

    Submitted Mar 2, 2026

    Stayed Feb 20, 2026

    The house is timeless right out of a magazine. So many great touches for hospitality. The views are spectacular. I would love to make it back some day!

  • Jeff H.

    Submitted Feb 15, 2026

    Stayed Feb 13, 2026

    Beautiful home. All the little extras made it very comfortable and convenient. Definitely one of the best VRBO’s we have stayed in.

  • Lynette D.

    Submitted Feb 8, 2026

    Stayed Feb 6, 2026

    Amazing place….

  • Kyle E.

    Submitted Jan 28, 2026

    Stayed Jan 24, 2026

    This was our 5th time staying here. Always excellent!

  • Dara R.

    Submitted Jan 20, 2026

    Stayed Jan 17, 2026

    The home is immaculate, gorgeous views of the lake. Completely beautiful.

  • Clara Z.

    Submitted Jan 9, 2026

    Stayed Dec 27, 2025

    Most tastefully renovated place I ever stayed in

  • Annelisa C.

    Submitted Jan 6, 2026

    Stayed Jan 2, 2026

    absolutely stunning property. decorated with high end furnishings, absolutely incredible kitchen. fireplaces in all rooms. amazing views, unique stay. incredibly comfortable beds. would not recommend young children as the furnishings are so nice and light in color, i'd be worried about messes and stains! it's THAT nice. we were blown away. thank you pumphouse. absolutely wonderful!!

  • Lisa L.

    Submitted Dec 23, 2025

    Stayed Dec 19, 2025

    This place is stunning. The view of the lake is unreal. We had an amazing time staying here. Highly recommended!

  • Mary S.

    Submitted Nov 25, 2025

    Stayed Nov 1, 2025

    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.

  • Jen N.

    Submitted Nov 17, 2025

    Stayed Nov 14, 2025

    Absolutely excellent!

  • Joanne T.

    Submitted Nov 11, 2025

    Stayed Nov 8, 2025

    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.

  • Callan Y.

    Submitted Nov 10, 2025

    Stayed Nov 6, 2025

    Had a wonderful getaway at the Pumphouse! The house is fabulous, the lake is so peaceful. Just what we needed.

  • Bridget M.

    Submitted Oct 22, 2025

    Stayed Oct 15, 2025

    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.

  • Suzi S.

    Submitted Oct 5, 2025

    Stayed Oct 2, 2025

    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.

  • Mark S.

    Submitted Oct 1, 2025

    Stayed Sep 15, 2025

    Excellent property!

  • Jeanne J.

    Submitted Oct 1, 2025

    Stayed Sep 25, 2025

    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!

  • Holly D.

    Submitted Sep 29, 2025

    Stayed Sep 27, 2025

    What a special place, love it!

  • Jeffrey S.

    Submitted Sep 11, 2025

    Stayed Sep 8, 2025

    beautiful location and property

  • Emily R.

    Submitted Sep 11, 2025

    Stayed Sep 1, 2025

    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.

  • Marguerite D.

    Submitted Sep 5, 2025

    Stayed Aug 30, 2025

    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!

  • Submitted Aug 27, 2025

    Stayed Aug 22, 2025

    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.

  • Becky S.

    Submitted Aug 14, 2025

    Stayed Aug 4, 2025

    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!

  • Steve P.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2025

    Stayed Jul 27, 2025

    Great place to stay. Looking forward to coming back next year.

  • Jeanne P.

    Submitted Jul 26, 2025

    Stayed Jul 19, 2025

    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

  • Michael I.

    Submitted Jul 12, 2025

    Stayed Jul 8, 2025

    This is a beautiful home and we have enjoyed our stay each time. Thank you for offering this for others to enjoy.

  • Andrea S.

    Submitted Jul 2, 2025

    Stayed Jun 29, 2025

    Beautiful property. This was a return stay and it was fabulous! Same as our previous stay.

  • Shauna T.

    Submitted Jun 28, 2025

    Stayed Jun 22, 2025

    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.

  • Lorna P.

    Submitted Jun 23, 2025

    Stayed Jun 19, 2025

    Beautiful property and helpful hosts

  • Rick S.

    Submitted Jun 18, 2025

    Stayed Jun 16, 2025

    Amazing home and location. We loved it!

  • Paula K.

    Submitted Jun 11, 2025

    Stayed May 26, 2025

    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.

  • Katie T.

    Submitted Jun 6, 2025

    Stayed Jun 2, 2025

    Amazing home! Our second time staying and we spent most of our trip just enjoying the view from the deck. Thank you!

  • Taryn M.

    Submitted Jun 2, 2025

    Stayed May 31, 2025

    We loved this place. So relaxing and stunning. We will be back. Thank you.

  • Emily B.

    Submitted May 31, 2025

    Stayed May 28, 2025

    This is our second year staying here, and it is absolutely magical! We love this gorgeous home and space.

  • Megan B.

    Submitted May 23, 2025

    Stayed May 17, 2025

    Wonderful property in the ideal location. We have loved both our stays and plan to return.

  • Ann B.

    Submitted May 12, 2025

    Stayed May 8, 2025

    Amazing stay- this is our 3rd time staying here!!The best Vrbo in Duluth and one of the too in the country!! Simply amazing in every way cannot recommend it more !!

  • Rachael H.

    Submitted Apr 13, 2025

    Stayed Apr 10, 2025

    We loved our time in Duluth. The house is amazing and our only regret is leaving.

  • Erik S.

    Submitted Apr 6, 2025

    Stayed Mar 31, 2025

    This is my single best VRBO experience. The house was beautiful, unique, and in a great location. The host had everything set up for a great trip and my sons say this was their favorite vacation. We hope to be back soon.

  • Erica B.

    Submitted Apr 1, 2025

    Stayed Mar 16, 2025

    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!

  • Alex E.

    Submitted Apr 1, 2025

    Stayed Mar 25, 2025

    The photos don't do it justice. This is a beautiful house, and the views of the lake are impressive.

  • Travis D.

    Submitted Mar 10, 2025

    Stayed Mar 7, 2025

    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!!!!

  • Alycia M.

    Submitted Mar 7, 2025

    Stayed Mar 3, 2025

    Annual stay at the Pumphouse - always a good reset and grounding experience.

  • Kathy T.

    Submitted Mar 4, 2025

    Stayed Feb 28, 2025

    Another beautiful stay on the shores of Lake Superior. Comfort and luxury in the pumphouse.

  • Chris V.

    Submitted Feb 18, 2025

    Stayed Feb 14, 2025

    This place is amazing and beautiful. Very clean and well appointed. It was a gift to stay here in February.

  • Kyle E.

    Submitted Feb 16, 2025

    Stayed Jan 25, 2025

    We come back to the Pumphouse for a weekend every winter and love everything about it.

  • Leslie C.

    Submitted Feb 9, 2025

    Stayed Feb 6, 2025

    Beautiful!

  • Renee S.

    Submitted Feb 8, 2025

    Stayed Jan 17, 2025

    Lovely

  • Kathy T.

    Submitted Feb 7, 2025

    Stayed Jan 30, 2025

    A quiet, cozy, winter getaway close to a yarn store! The Lakeside neighborhood has much to offer with it's shops and restaurants.

  • Jennifer H.

    Submitted Jan 14, 2025

    Stayed Dec 30, 2024

    This home is amazing! It's exactly as advertised and is the cleanest home we've ever rented. The amenities are higher end. The views are incredible. I would definitely recommend this home to others. A small item to take into consideration would be to add a small chair or bench in the entryway to aid in putting shoes on.

  • Diane J.

    Submitted Jan 11, 2025

    Stayed Jan 9, 2025

    The house and property location are beautiful and everything is as described on line. It’s a special place to stay in Duluth and was great for two couples.

  • MEGHAN P.

    Submitted Jan 6, 2025

    Stayed Jan 3, 2025

    This was our 2nd visit to The Pumphouse. Carin, our host, was easy to work with and responded quickly when we had questions. The cottage is decorated beautifully and is very comfortable. It has high end appliances in the kitchen and all the serviceware and cookware you’d expect. Being right on the lake is amazing. Great agate and sea glass hunting. Can’t wait to go back.

  • shawn j.

    Submitted Dec 30, 2024

    Stayed Dec 28, 2024

    The home was perfect and the proximity to the lake was amazing!

  • Keith S.

    Submitted Dec 29, 2024

    Stayed Dec 26, 2024

    Beautiful house right on the lake!

  • Regan J.

    Submitted Dec 24, 2024

    Stayed Dec 21, 2024

    Our 2nd stat at the Pumphouse. It is a gorgeous home. Very unique with is almost hanging over the water. A short walk to Lester Park and Boynton Beach.

  • Calvin S.

    Submitted Dec 14, 2024

    Stayed Dec 12, 2024

    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!

  • Anna S.

    Submitted Dec 9, 2024

    Stayed Dec 7, 2024

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

  • Jodi H.

    Submitted Dec 2, 2024

    Stayed Nov 25, 2024

    The Pumphouse is a dream , definitely surpassed expectations, a very iovely property , highly recommend!

  • Dylan S.

    Submitted Nov 26, 2024

    Stayed Nov 18, 2024

    Second time staying a the Pumphouse, it's a magical place :)

  • david h.

    Submitted Nov 18, 2024

    Stayed Nov 15, 2024

    Very nice and clean place. Everything you need.

  • Robin L.

    Submitted Oct 16, 2024

    Stayed Oct 14, 2024

    Blown away by this extraordinary space again. Such attention to detail and comfort, beautiful, sparkling clean. We were able to suntan on the glorious deck on October 15!!

  • Mike B.

    Submitted Oct 14, 2024

    Stayed Oct 10, 2024

    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.

  • Steve V.

    Submitted Oct 13, 2024

    Stayed Oct 7, 2024

    Tranquil but close to town. All the finishes and decor very tasteful

  • Karen S.

    Submitted Oct 11, 2024

    Stayed Oct 4, 2024

    This works well for our small family. We’ll be back for a 4th time.

  • Kathy D.

    Submitted Oct 7, 2024

    Stayed Oct 2, 2024

    Unforgettable!!!

  • Suzi S.

    Submitted Sep 29, 2024

    Stayed Sep 26, 2024

    This is my fourth year coming to stay at the beautiful Pump House. It is always amazing to walk through the front door to this beautiful home and settle in out on the deck and listen and just watch the water. Everything about this place is beautiful ❤️

  • Shauna T.

    Submitted Sep 23, 2024

    Stayed Sep 20, 2024

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

  • Mary M.

    Submitted Aug 27, 2024

    Stayed Aug 22, 2024

    Amazing home on Lake Superior! Beautiful indoor and outdoor spaces and was perfect for our weekend of a 60th wedding anniversary party and a bride and bridal party getting ready!

  • Jeanne P.

    Submitted Aug 25, 2024

    Stayed Aug 10, 2024

    The PumpHouse is our Heaven and we look forward to our stay all year long. The house is gorgeous (better than a 5-star hotel) with all the needed amenities. To be at the lake’s edge is the best. We sit, kayak, swim and relax. Kids fish and explore. We watch sunrise and set and enjoy fresh air. It is truly our favorite spot

  • Kate H.

    Submitted Aug 10, 2024

    Stayed Aug 4, 2024

    We retreated to Duluth to celebrate our 20th wedding anniversary with our two boys. The Pumphouse did not disappoint! If possible, even more beautiful than pictured. LOVED the higher-end furnishings and design. (So curious to know where Carin got all her lighting and couches.) Plenty of space for us to hang together or enjoy some solitary quiet time. We mostly lucked out with the weather, so sunny coffees on the deck to the sound of the lake lapping against the shore was an enchanting idyll. No details were spared. Even the guestbook was a work of art. Now my husband's obsessed with the fridge. Our first visit, but we hope to get back soon!!

  • Bridget M.

    Submitted Aug 7, 2024

    Stayed Aug 1, 2024

    The house is stunning and in the perfect location close to all Duluth has to offer. The check-in process was simple and the host was easy to contact Ruth questions.

  • Andrea S.

    Submitted Aug 1, 2024

    Stayed Jul 28, 2024

    Spectacular home! This was a quick vacation with our daughter and her family - the Pump House felt like home. We will be back! Thank you Carin!

  • Abby R.

    Submitted Aug 1, 2024

    Stayed Jul 24, 2024

    Would love to come back again!

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