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Solar off-grid Sauna & cross-country ski trails

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A wooden cabin with a large central door, a small porch, and a totemic sculpture.
A cozy living room with a sofa, a wooden chair, a glass door leading outside, and a window with curtains.
A wooden cabin with a circular door, a wooden deck, and a totem pole in the snow.
A compact kitchen with a dining table, chairs, a window with curtains, and a clock on the wall.
A wooden barrel-shaped structure with a door, a fire extinguisher, and a small platform.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Sleeps 5•1 bedroom•3 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Fireplace

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Woodridge, MB

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Futon and 1 Single Bunk Bed

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchenette
Garden

About this property

Solar off-grid Sauna & cross-country ski trails

Welcome to the Tamarack Shack, on our private 160 acres. This is a backwoods experience no running water solar powered cabin. We bring you portable water, and there is enough power to run all you need. There are walking/biking trails all over the property. (groomed cross country ski trails in winter) spend some time in the barrel sauna . On this property you'll be reminded of the simplicity of life, and the stillness of nature. Off Grid living

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
No aggressive breed Pitbull-Rottweiler-Boxers etc.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The cabin is solar powered you cannot plug-in items such as crockpots hot plates coffee pot or kettles etc... you will Damage the Solar system.
You are responablty for your pet. must clean up all hair in the cabin or there will be added charges. NO Dogs in pool
Quiet time from 10pm-8am, no parties or events allowed. No extra day guests No smoking in the cabin No party’s

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9745293
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 first aid kit
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

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Woodridge, MB

Frequently asked questions

Is Solar off-grid Sauna & cross-country ski trails pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Solar off-grid Sauna & cross-country ski trails?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Solar off-grid Sauna & cross-country ski trails?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Solar off-grid Sauna & cross-country ski trails?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Solar off-grid Sauna & cross-country ski trails located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from Woodridge Provincial Park and 15.1 mi (24.2 km) from Marchand Provincial Park.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S.

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

Great location, love the pool!

Very nice property with developments that reflect the owners amazing talent to create their dream!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anja P.

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

Beautiful & unique

Gorgeous property & facilities, really unique place to stay in Manitoba for a getaway. Loved the wood fired sauna, we'll need to come back in warmer temps to enjoy the natural pool! Check in/out was a breeze, communication with the host was great. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Finnlay R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Nice enough property. Looks like the owners have done a lot of work to make it nice, only thing is that the Tamarack Shack is more exposed to the owner’s yard than you’d expect from the photos on vrbo. Feels like camping in someone’s backyard.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct, 2025
Thanks for being good guests. Tamarack cabin is set on the edge of the field, and with the leaves, falling off the trees at fall. It does seem a bit more exposed than in the middle of summer. Poplar, pine and Birch cabins are all more in the woods. Hope you were able to at least enjoy the trails on the 160 acres even thought it was raining during your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

J Riley H.

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

Very nice peaceful getaway spot

The property and cabin were beautiful and it's obvious that the hosts put a lot of care into detail. The wood stove and mix of propane and solar power could be a bit confusing for folks who've never had experience with those. We really enjoyed the being "off grid" aspect of the cabin. There was some nice trails and a cool sauna on site and lots of fun trails and wild life areas nearby. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jennifer R.

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

Peaceful getaway

Bit of a learning curve for me as I had not experienced the workings of solar-powered and propane-fuelled equipment. But the place was gorgeous, peaceful, stunning and I enjoyed the sauna and pool as well as the brilliant starry skies at night. I only wish I'd stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept, 2023
The entire property is completely off grid only run by solar and propane. There definitely is a learning curve, but we do have lots of signs and instructions to help. I’m glad you enjoyed yourself and hope to have you back in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

As promised!

This was a nice and peaceful getaway, and the descriptions provided by the property manager were very accurate, helpful and exactly as it appeared in the sample images of the cabin and surrounding area. With the amenities provided, it included all items needed to operate/maintain each one and there were no issues at all. Communication was very prompt, which made the whole process very easy and inviting. Thank you for everything. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this stay for summer or winter.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

May J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

About the host

Hosted by Janice DUMONT

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My husband Dan and I enjoy the outdoors cross-country skiing, fat biking, ATV, hiking, snowshoeing, and bird watching. You may spot us playing with our dogs, Turbo, Ranger, and Diesel.
When building our cabins we wanted to be off grid, and environmentally friendly. It is very important to me that my guests feel welcomed and enjoy their holiday time.

Why they chose this property

The property is all solar powered. Additionally you will have access to all the shared amenities of the eco-resort including a wood-fired barrel sauna (all year), outdoor shower (in the summer) no shower available in winter
As well as the organic swimming pool.
There are 3 other unique rents on the property

What makes this property unique

SANDILANDS PROVINCIAL FOREST:
The soil is still a reminder of the ancient beaches, but is now covered with a rich forest of mixed hardwoods and majestic pine. The high sand ridges of the Sandilands area, known as Bedford Hills and Cypress Mountains, are the second highest point of elevation in Manitoba.

Languages:

English, French

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