If you have never been to Duluth, you may not know that it is possible to ski right smack in the middle of the city. In fact, Spirit Mountain is just minutes from our Duluth inn. Enjoy the best of both worlds when you stay with us and ski at Spirit: walk along the frosty beach at dawn and dusk, and hit the slopes during the day.

When the lake looks like this, it is time to bring your skis to Duluth

The mountain is open from 9am to 8pm Sunday through Thursday, and stays open an additional hour on Fridays and Saturdays. Hours will be shorter toward the end of March, when the season starts to wind down, so come ski in Duluth now.

There are 22 downhill ski runs on Spirit Mountain; with five chairlifts, one rope tow, one handle tow and one ski carpet, the mountain is easy to negotiate and never feels too crowded. In addition, 22 kilometers of trails are available for cross-country skiing, and they are groomed for both classic and skate skiing.

So grab your skis and head to our Duluth lodging on Lake Superior. Enjoy fantastic views of Lake Superior and St. Louis Bay while you are up on the slopes, and take in intimate views of the lake from our inn.

Stay here during the Two Harbors Kayak Festival

The Aerial Bridge Suite at our Lake Superior Bed and Breakfast is still available during the Two Harbors Kayak Festival, which runs August 7 – 9, 2009. Kayaking enthusiasts from all over the country and the world attend this event, now in its twelfth year. There is something for every paddler during this weekend, from classes for novices to advanced clinics. And of course, there are the races.

More than one record has been set during the 18 Mile Great River Energy (GRE) Kayak Marathon over the years. But don’t let that intimidate you or keep you away from all the fun. If you don’t feel up to paddling 18 miles, consider participating in the EMMA Challenge Tandem Sprint Racing, on Sunday August 9th. Teams consist of everything from two adult men to two big kids. In short, times will widely vary, and the point is to paddle your heart out and have fun.

Two Harbors is less than 30 miles up the coast of Lake Superior from our Duluth MN Bed and Breakfast – a piece of cake for long-distance paddlers, and an even easier drive. We promise to provide you with a tasty and filling breakfast made from as many local ingredients as we can find. Early August is a good time for berries, so bring your appetite as well as your kayak. We look forward to hosting you.

July 1 marks the start of the “Concerts by the Lake” series, a free outdoor musical event at Glensheen Manor. Music by the shores of Lake Superior starts at 7:30 pm. Dance, or bring a blanket and relax with a picnic while enjoying the view and the music of The Jim Melde Big Band. Guests at our Duluth Bed and Breakfast always enjoy this event, which is just up the lake from us.

Dance your woes away...

Sunset in a kayak

There are many perks to living on Lake Superior. We watch huge ships go by, looking like floating islands. We are lulled to sleep by the sound of water gently lapping on shore. Seabirds abound, waking us in the morning with their enthusiastic calls. Sunrises and sunsets are amazing to behold from our home at this Duluth Minnesota inn.

Living on the water is also convenient for small craft boating, such as kayaking or canoeing. When we want to go for a paddle, we simple drag the boat a short distance to the water’s edge and away we go. We encourage our guests to bring their own kayaks/canoes, but if you don’t have one and would still like to get out on the water, we recommend Positive Energy Outdoor (Ed)ventures. They will lead you on an adventure right from the back yard of our Duluth bed and breakfast. With over thirty years experience in the field of outdoor education, the owners of this business emphasize safety while having fun.

Wake up at this Duluth MN bed and breakfast and watch the sunrise over Lake Superior. We will feed you a tasty, nutritious breakfast made with fresh, local ingredients, and locally roasted coffee. Then you can head out our back door and have a great adventure, returning later to soak in a hot tub and enjoy a drink on the porch. Now that is a vacation worth having.