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Timber Frame House overlooking Lake Superior, 20 miles from downtown Duluth

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Exterior
Beach
Exterior
Property grounds
Beach

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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7 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 20

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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South Range, WI
  • Place, Amnicon Falls State Park
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Bayfront Festival Park
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Place, Aerial Lift Bridge
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Airport, Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Downstairs Bunk bed.

2 Queen Beds

Guest House-- Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Guest House- Bunk Beds

2 Queen Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 3- Bunk Beds

2 Queen Beds

Upstairs - Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Guest House, Main level

Toilet · Shower only

Main floor- Entry way

Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Upstairs- Guest House

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Timber Frame House overlooking Lake Superior, 20 miles from downtown Duluth

Beautiful timber-framed house with over 3900+ square feet, plus another 1100+ square feet in the guest house. Includes both buildings and 550 feet of private lake shore. It is located at the end of a 3 mile long gravel road. Quiet. Secluded. Private. Come enjoy a beautiful escape on the south shore of Lake Superior. NOW with high speed wifi! Literally 100 times faster than our old DSL (starlink- 253 mbps on July 3, 2024)!

This home was built entirely from locally harvested white pine in 2002. Approximately 100 feet to Lake Superior's sandy shoreline. 10 Queen beds with three custom made bunk beds will be enough to fit your whole family and then some.

Sauna, swimming, camp fires, and star gazing... all to your hearts’ content at this secluded retreat.

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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: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Currently no cribs or high chairs.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Large gatherings must be indoors after sundown.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Our 2 neighbors are both retired, please show them the same courtesy you would to your neighbors. (i.e. respectful outdoor volume, no fireworks, ...)
There is absolutely no glass allowed on the beach or on the trail. Please use this as a guideline: Leave only footprints, take only memories.
The house operates on a holding tank. Everything that comes out of the faucet or toilets goes there. Please be mindful of water waste.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Large gatherings must be indoors after sundown.
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 and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

South Range

Located in South Range, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Superior and Amnicon Falls State Park, while Fairlawn Mansion & Museum and SS Meteor Whaleback Ship Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Webster Park, or check out an event or a game at Gondik Law Speedway. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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South Range, WI

What's nearby

  • Amnicon Falls State Park - 20 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Bayfront Festival Park - 43 min drive - 42.8 km
  • Duluth Entertainment Convention Center - 43 min drive - 43.5 km
  • AMSOIL Arena - 43 min drive - 43.5 km
  • Aerial Lift Bridge - 44 min drive - 44.6 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Riverside - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪R Place Bar & Grill - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Scott's Food Laboratory - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪R Place Store & Bar - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Scott's Throne Room - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Timber Frame House overlooking Lake Superior, 20 miles from downtown Duluth pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Timber Frame House overlooking Lake Superior, 20 miles from downtown Duluth?

As of 10 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Timber Frame House overlooking Lake Superior, 20 miles from downtown Duluth on 19 Mar, 2026 start from S$829, 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 at Timber Frame House overlooking Lake Superior, 20 miles from downtown Duluth?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Timber Frame House overlooking Lake Superior, 20 miles from downtown Duluth?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Timber Frame House overlooking Lake Superior, 20 miles from downtown Duluth?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Timber Frame House overlooking Lake Superior, 20 miles from downtown Duluth located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is steps from Lake Superior and 10 mi (16.2 km) from Amnicon Falls State Park. SS Meteor Whaleback Ship Museum and Webster Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Blake B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and great communication from owner. Nice to be so close to Superior/Duluth.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a beautiful place to stay. We love being outdoors. It was peaceful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

April T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for pur Thanksgiving gathering consisting of 7 children and 13 adults! It was a cold stay, took an entire day for the house to warm up and those of us sleeping in the basement were freezing the first night (had 5 blankets on the bed) but the high while we stayed was only between 25 and 35. Plenty to do! Our kids are between 4 and 13 and had plenty to keep them entertained! Ping pong, pool, skee ball, board games!!! Awesome stay and can't wait to book again for our family!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place in south shore superior! We had 10 adults and 8 kids have a blast here for a crisp fall stay.Great location just outside of Twin ports making it easy to go visit those places. We made a day trip to Bayfield and was a great drive there.Rooms had enough space to have portable cribs.Already looking forward to our next visit with our crew!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karin G.

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

Summer getaway!

We had a wonderful time and the place was spectacular. Love the comfort and the beauty while being in rustic nature. Such a special place.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeni m.

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

seclusion but close to amenities

Love the vibe of the house and the beauty of the private beach. We also went into Duluth or Superior every day and did the Aquarium, breweries, bike trails, fishing excursions - it was lovely.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Peggy m.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2025 family gathering

This setting was very comfortable to house us. We were close to attractions. The best feature was the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

R D.

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

Great house for 4 generations

The house is as pictured. We loved the two big tables to all eat together. If you have tweens or teenagers they will love the basement with all of the activities. The beach was nice. Very quiet and saw lots of deer up close. I love that they recycle. The owner was very responsive. Everything was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

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

Fun family weekend

We had plenty of space to get together as a family, kids loved the game room, teens enjoyed the guest house, everyone enjoyed the outdoors
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great place for our families to be together. The grandkids loved walking down to Lake Superior and walking in the water and gathering rocks. They also loved the lower level with pool table and all the things to play with. It would have been nice if there had been one more shower but we worked it out. Thank you for renting it to us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seth K.

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

Great Stay for Large Group

The team had a wonderful stay and really appreciated all the amenities. We've stayed here for the past couple of years and have enjoyed every year since.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naomi A.

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

Senior Class trip

Exactly as described. Perfect place to enjoy the beautiful scenery. The kids had fun hiking and exploring. Going down to the water, then relaxing in the sauna and hanging out at the bonfire.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great stay!

Really wonderful stay. Host was great and the place was wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

melissa F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

We had our children and their families for Memorial Day weekend. Plenty of room for all of us and the separated houses was nice. The kids LOVED the beach. Too cold to swim but they loved the sand and driftwood. We definitely enjoyed the beautiful view! Kids had plenty to keep themselves busy.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karn E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a gorgeous, spacious home for our group of 17. Check-in was a breeze and our extended family had an awesome get-together. We appreciated the different common spaces both inside and outside. The lake access was great (though the last bit of the path was a little too steep for some our oldest). The nearby Amnicon Falls State Park was beautiful and very accessible.Kitchen-wise: Two coffee pots and the extra frig/ freezer in the guest house came in handy. The grill was a little tricky to operate (pellet rather than more familiar gas) but especially good for low & slow grilling. There were plenty of bathrooms but it would be great if two more of the bathrooms were adapted with handheld shower nozzles in the tubs.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Finally we found a rental home that provided ample room for gathering, quiet time and enough beds— no need for making up the couch, but it would have been a comfortable option if needed. The kitchen was well equipped, and everyone could be accommodated for seating during family meals. The game room, and outdoor games and fire pit provided fun for all ages. The home is beautiful, and the setting serene. Certain courageous family members took morning dips in the lake and followed up with a sauna. We all took walks on the beach and to the mouth of the Amnicon River.Noise does carry throughout the main house. Light sleepers may want to bring along ear plugs/noise cancellation gear. Also, be aware that the final 3.5 miles of the road is gravel.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin E.

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

Great trip!

Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joshua H.

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

Cabin Stay

The stay was great, we enjoyed the remote setting and fireplace!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

George B.

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

Great Time!

Crazy weather but we had a ball!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

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

Family Christmas Stay

Our family of 7 adults and 4 littles had the perfect Christmas stay. Tons of room to spread out or all hangout in one space together. Lots to do to stay entertained and busy, with plenty of room to sneak away for a nap or to get a good night's sleep.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joni Z.

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

Family Trip to former home area

Our family loved the Chalet house. Beautiful and lots of options for entertainment even in inclimate weather.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Family Christmas

We had an excellent stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shane J.

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

Nice getaway

Nice, big property for 20 people to comfortably stay. Beautiful area with close proximity to Lake Superior.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teena S.

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

Family weekend on the north shore

Great property/amenities for our group of 12 adults 6 kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin T.

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

Review

Everything about this place was perfect, the views, the house, the layouts, it made forba perfect family vacation and we even got married outside by the woods it was perfect. Will definitely be planning another trip back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Kris Hoffman

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Beth, Jake, and Kris Hoffman have dreamed about owning a small slice of the north shore life. 15 acres with a timber frame house on the shores of lake superior was too good to pass up. We would love to share our special place with you and your family.

Why they chose this property

If you're looking for a house with a ton of character you've found a great place to stay. It was hand built in 2002, finished with mortice and tenon joints.

Accents like the spiral staircase and upstairs railing were salvaged from the original Superior, Wi train station. All white pine logs are from within 20 miles of the house. The main fireplace is made of locally gathered rock, as well. Tons of character abounds from every room, and built by master craftsmen. Please come and enjoy our majestic cabin on the shores of Lake Superior.

What makes this property unique

Deer, eagles, and all types of wildlife abound and can be seen walking through the front and backyard several times a day. Feel the stress melt away as you watch the flickering flame in the main room's hearth. Come and swim in one of the most beautiful lakes and rural areas in the United States. With multiple National Parks and State parks within an hour drive. 30 minutes from downtown Duluth. You can have a little bit of everything.

And did I mention the world class Steelhead fishing in the Brule River just ten miles down the road? Or the yearly salmon runs up the Amnicon, a short half mile from the front door of this house? Resident Walleye are found every spring, as well.

Whether wildlife, relaxation, or outdoors activities are your passion... There's definitely something for everyone.

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