Tamarack House & Sauna coming 11/25 on Gitchigami provides amenities, such as a firepit and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Parking available
Barbecue
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About this property
Tamarack House & Sauna coming 11/25 on Gitchigami
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.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
On a lake
On the waterfront
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
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.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Please kennel or take dog with when not at house.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
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 is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Located in Hovland, this holiday 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. Visit our Hovland travel guide
Is Tamarack House & Sauna coming 11/25 on Gitchigami pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Tamarack House & Sauna coming 11/25 on Gitchigami?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Tamarack House & Sauna coming 11/25 on Gitchigami?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Tamarack House & Sauna coming 11/25 on Gitchigami?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Tamarack House & Sauna coming 11/25 on Gitchigami located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps away from Superior National Forest and Lake Superior. Judge Magney State Park and Grand Portage State Forest are also within 12 miles (20 km).
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Tamarack House & Sauna coming 11/25 on Gitchigami Reviews
Reviews
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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.
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.
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!
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.
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!
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!
Cannon I.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
4/10 Poor
Sophi S.
14 Oct 2024
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
Lovely quiet property with the gentle lapping of Lake Superior just outside the door. Very quiet area, perfect location for hiking, shopping, and relaxing!
Jennifer S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer
19 July 2022
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
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.
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
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!
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.
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