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Tamarack House & Sauna, 40 min from Lutsen Ski Resort

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Hovland, MN
  • Place, Judge Magney State Park
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Grand Portage National Monument
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Grand Portage State Forest
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Tamarack House & Sauna, 40 min from Lutsen Ski Resort

Tamarack House is a cozy, family friendly house on private Lake Superior lot in Hovland, 20 minutes past the amazing town of Grand Marais. The house offers two inviting, comfortable bedrooms upstairs with king and queen beds, one with a designated work space. The downstairs provides a rec room, queen bed and twin over full bunk beds. The upstairs living and dining open to full Lake Superior views - relax and take it all in. An electric sauna was added summer of 2025 and there is no better way to experience the benefits of the "Nordic Cycle" than the crisp north shore air, Lake Superior and a sauna. The owners enjoy spending time here with their kids and dog and hope you do the same.

The house provides a wonderful place to relax & take in the big lake, or can be a good base for exploring inland hikes and canoeing - ideally a bit of both! It is equipped with board games & puzzles, art supplies for kids, books for adults & kids & two TVs with Roku’s for access to streaming services. Outside your door there is a beach for all your stone throwing needs. A fire pit is nestled along the shore to take in sunsets and enjoy the scenery. Adequate firewood is provided.

The Arrowhead Trail, which has access to pristine inland lakes is just a couple miles down Hwy 61. Bring your canoe, kayak or fishing boat and go explore! Judge C. Magney State Park is known for the Devils Kettle hike, and farther up Hwy 61 is High Falls, just before the Canadian border. The house is also just 20 min from Grand Marais which is home to an unbeatable harbor, an amazing art community & numerous local shops & restaurants worth checking out.

Two things to note incase they are a must for your party - there is no dishwasher, and drinking / cooking water is provided in a 13 gallon container in the kitchen as well as more downstairs if needed. This is due to the lake draw well the house uses. Running water can be used for showering or doing dishes but can appear slightly yellow/brown due to sediment from the lake.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Please kennel or take dog with when not at house.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Do not leave trash laying on the ground. If you have kids with them - teach them to use the trash cans. Please bag up and take out the garbage.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the neighborhood

Hovland

Located in Hovland, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Grand Portage National Monument is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Superior and Judge Magney State Park.
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Hovland, MN

What's nearby

  • Judge Magney State Park - 15 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Grand Portage National Monument - 23 min drive - 26.2 km
  • Kadunce River State Wayside - 24 min drive - 28.5 km
  • Grand Portage State Forest - 35 min drive - 21.9 km
  • Grand Marais Art Colony - 41 min drive - 48.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Chicago Bay Marketplace - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tamarack House & Sauna, 40 min from Lutsen Ski Resort pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Tamarack House & Sauna, 40 min from Lutsen Ski Resort?

As of Mar 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tamarack House & Sauna, 40 min from Lutsen Ski Resort on May 27, 2026 start from $255, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tamarack House & Sauna, 40 min from Lutsen Ski Resort?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tamarack House & Sauna, 40 min from Lutsen Ski Resort?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tamarack House & Sauna, 40 min from Lutsen Ski Resort located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is steps from Superior National Forest and Lake Superior. Judge Magney State Park and Grand Portage State Forest are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Aaron B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting right on the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy check-in, wi-fi worked well, lake views beautiful and quiet area!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location by Lake Superior. Comfortable beds. Friendly host. Appreciate that they allow dogs.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P.

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

Peaceful Lake Superior Getaway

Comfortable, well-appointed home in a great location. Perfect spot for a quiet, relaxing vacation while enjoying the beauty of the North Shore.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joel C.

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

Another great stay at this lovely property!

Thanks for another great stay, hope to be up there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very private. Easy to walk dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

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

Great place to stay!

We very much enjoyed our time at the Tamarack House. The home was clean and well stocked. I definitely would recommend this home to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb J.

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

Family getaway

Lovely property with everything we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jessica P.

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

Great trip

Great location to stay and see the beauty of the region! Cute house, with all we needed! Perfect getaway up north! Thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan A.

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

Great weekend getaway

Great place to base out of when adventuring around Northern MN. Quick access to Grand Marais, Superior Hiking trail, lakes.. wonderfully private lake shore with fire pit. Would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krista W.

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

Thanksgiving

We traveled up to Tamarack House for Thanksgiving this year. It was lovely and as described. Big and spacious with a beautiful view!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Just beautiful!

Lovely quiet property with the gentle lapping of Lake Superior just outside the door. Very quiet area, perfect location for hiking, shopping, and relaxing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful to have a fire pit right by the water. Great view of the lake from windows as well was a huge benefit. Lots of space
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie G.

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

Fall stay at Tamarack House

We so enjoyed our stay at Tamarack House. It is a great location for the activities we want to do in the area. The beds are very comfortable and the kitchen,dining ,living area is great for eating and relaxing. We love being right by Lake Superior and having campfires at night. Being able to bring our dogs is greatly appreciated. We hope to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria B.

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

Beautiful Place

Beautiful property on shores of Lake Superior! Very clean, quiet and great location to many activities. We didn’t find ourselves needing anything during our stay, and furniture/beds very comfortable. Property host very responsive, and easy to check in/out. Special place if you are looking for a getaway from all the hustle and bustle.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Suzanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property description is accurate. Late July on the north shore was hot & muggy & no lake breeze. Used lots of fans to cool off. Water use was also accurate in the description — while I had no issues with using the supplied water others in my group did. Did enjoy an afternoon in a screen tent listening to waves from the big lake
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

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

Girls hiking weekend

Home felt like just that, from the extra items in the cupboards to the condiments in the fridge, HOME away from home. Appreciated those things! Kleenex, extra blankets, etc were all there. For a true 'up north' stay! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

S.Kevin J.

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

Sounds of the ocean and stars of a planetarium

Excellent place that offers relaxing sounds and artistic neighbors we are enchanted. Not far away from Grand Portage gems and the Canadian border this was what everyone needed for a weekend getaway. Best part was our cell phones did not work which gave us more time to bond and have meaningful conversations.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dannette C.

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

SHT Hiking trip

Awesome place to stay for a girl's hiking trip. The water was a tad inconvenient at first, but we figured it out and all was great! The fire pit is right next to the water and the house is right next to the firepit. So convenient! The views from the house were magnificient. It is right on the lake.... and very close to the SHT trails. So convenient and so nice!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark R.

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

Great location

The house is super cozy and made our 9 person group feel at home. The water situation was manageable but a bit more work though the owner was very clear about this in the description. We absolutely loved our stay but the 1 bathroom was a bit of a challenge. Would also recommend replacing the front door as its not square and the gaps let in mosquitoes. That constructive criticism aside, we'll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darrian T.

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

Nice Quiet Weekend Location

Very close to the lake and you can hear the waves crashing while sitting in the living room. The check in was simple and the house was as expected. Plenty of room if you wanted to bring family or friends or just as nice for a couple and their dog. House was neat and lots of games and activities to do while in the house. Great location to enjoy the lake with a full moon that makes awesome pictures. The wildlife is amazing to view. Pros: close to Lake, beautiful view, cozy relaxing house, easy access, and plenty of wildlife. Cons: lot of shops are closed this time of year and others have short hours.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cannon I.

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

Spring Break getaway

We had a great stay on the North Shore. Close to Grand Marais, as well as the Canadian Border, so choose your own adventure. Our boys fished off the lighthouse point in GM, and we did a hike up at Grand Portage on the border. Spent tons of time on the lakefront, and watched the younger kids climb all over everything while collecting more rocks to bring home. The absolute highlight, from a Minneapolis family, was the stargazing! No Northern Lights, but wow! What an amazing view of our corner of the galaxy. We'll be back, for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Sophi S.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Review

It was a nice little cabin and on the lake which was perfect. The only disappointment was that there wasn’t a notice online that showering wasn’t recommended. It mentioned that water shouldn’t be cooked with, maybe I should’ve connected the dots. But I would’ve come more prepared had I of known
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

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

Birding weekend

Three of us spent a terrific long weekend at this property. During the daylight hours we were exploring Cook county especially interesting birds. At night the lullaby of Lake Superior waves made sleep easy Very pleased with the property
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rodney H.

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

Fishing Trip

We all enjoyed our stay. Everything we could ask for. Listening to the waves hitting the shoreline is very soothing!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Michelle Petz

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We are Twin Cities residents & business owners, Mom & Dad to three kids & a lab named Murray, and lovers of the north shore community. Ryan grew up in Hovland, MN & Michelle embraced the north shore as soon as it was introduced to her at a young age. We’re honored to now own the house Ryan grew up in and share it with friends, family & guests.

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