Lakefront retreat, river/wood fireplace/hot tub

Hovland, Minnesota
$506 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Let us welcome you to Northern Lights Retreat; this magical property will be your place to unwind and unplug. This Lake Superior waterfront home is bordered by a designated trout stream and enveloped by nature. The interior of the home is rustic and comfortable. Guests are surrounded by wood and windows; a focus on the beautiful force of nature around you. There is strong Wi-Fi too!

Location:
✦ 4 miles to Devil's Kettle hike
✦ 18 miles to Grand Marais
✦; 18 miles to Isle Royale ferry
✦ 22 miles to the Grand Portage State Park
✦ 35 miles to Lutsen

☆ We require guests to sign a rental agreement which will be sent after booking. This agreement must be read, signed and returned within 48 hours or cancellation for a full refund can be requested within 48 hours. Please read cancellation policy.

☆ The neighboring Skipping Stone studio cabin can also be rented for 4 additional guest.

☆ No dirt bikes, ATVs or tents allowed on the property.

☆ 10% discount when booking 7 days or more.

☆ We hope you can enjoy the outdoor hot tub! Because we are near two bodies of water, we chose a natural wood-fired hot tub that does not contain chemicals and can be safely drained. If guests chose to use this amenity, they will fill the tub with the hose and then start a fire to get to the optimal temperature. The first preparation will take some effort and 4-6 hours to get hot, but the resulting experience of soaking under the starts, next to the lake, is truly magical. There are no jets; you will just hear the crackling of the fire and waves on the shore. Some people will cold plunge in the Lake (or snow) and return to the hot tub. This amenity is NOT available January 1st-April 1st.

☆ No more than eight guests and no more than two cars allowed on the property. Parties or events are prohibited.

☆ Children must be monitored closely. The shoreline of the lake and river and the hot tub are not fenced.

☆ Our water does go through UV and triple filtration, but drinking water will be supplied to comply with the Cook County regulations regarding homes that draw water from Lake Superior.

☆ There is a one time pet fee of $75 for up to two dogs that goes to our cleaner; please no cats or other animals. Additional fees as noted in rental contract regarding pet waste left outside or evidence of dogs on the beds. Dogs must be leashed at all times.

☆ There is NO air-conditioning in the cabin. The lake breeze and provided fans are almost always enough to keep comfortable.

☆ We are a cabin in the forest and next to two bodies of water. While we do have pest control monitor our home, there are mosquitos and flies in the summer, some months are worse than others, so bringing bug spray is recommended. On the property we have spotted moose, wolves, bears, otters, deer, fox, lynx and coyotes; please respect the wildlife by keeping all food and garbage indoors.

☆ Please let us know if you have an electric vehicle. We do not have an EV hook-up, but we will advise you of options.

☆ There may be other guests staying at the cabin on the other side of the property; this studio cabin only shares the main driveway, it has its own private parking/fire pit/lake shoreline.

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Feature Features

  • SKI

    Snowboarding And Cross-country Skiing Nearby
  • PETS

    2 Total (up To 50 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees Welcoming Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    On The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 2300 Sq Ft (214 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub Private Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Jetted Bathtub Shower Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Hunting Nearby Kayaking Nearby Mountain Climbing Nearby Power Boating Nearby Rock Climbing Nearby Sledding Nearby Snow Sports Gear Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby Windsurfing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Foosball Table Games Pool Or Billiards Table Table Tennis Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Toys Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location Near The Bay On The Lake On The River On The Waterfront
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Note From Host: Smoking Must Be 25 Feet Away From The House And Al Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • Jennifer H.

    Submitted May 10, 2026

    Stayed May 7, 2026

    AMAZING location!! Kitchen/bathrooms/bedrooms CLEAN & essentials available. We will be back!

  • David P.

    Submitted Apr 21, 2026

    Stayed Apr 1, 2026

    Amazing place. Better than the pictures and the listing. Unbeatable location on the water, extremely well appointed on the inside. Everything you need in the kitchen for cooking. Yes, the hot tub is a bit of an art form to get to the right temp, but that’s part of the experience!

  • Julie L.

    Submitted Sep 29, 2025

    Stayed Sep 15, 2025

    We were a group of 5 girlfriends on an annual trip! This cozy and clean cabin worked well for us to hangout together, chill, make meals, and rest up comfortably! Only a short drive to Grand Marais, State Parks, beaches and lots of trails available to checkout when we wanted to explore the area or dine out occasionally. Exactly as described, right on the water, with a spectacular view!

  • Lynn B.

    Submitted Sep 22, 2025

    Stayed Sep 19, 2025

    Amazing home, well cared for and thought out. Everything you would need. Owners are extremely thoughtful and easy to communicate with. Easy check in and check out process. Easy access to so much to do around the area. We were a group of 7 who were 9-75. All enjoyed the time together.

  • Natalie K.

    Submitted Sep 3, 2025

    Stayed Aug 15, 2025

    Lovely property, excellent location, clean and comfortable.

  • Jane S.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2025

    Stayed Jul 25, 2025

    The view is fantastic, and house was comfortable for 6 adults. The homemade cinnamon rolls from the little store in Hovland made the stay perfect.

  • Derek D.

    Submitted Jul 22, 2025

    Stayed Jul 18, 2025

    It was the best view in the area - the hot tub was the highlight at the end of the day after hiking - takes a little work (get the driftwood from the beach to get the fire started) but easy to figure out. Tiffany was very attentive throughout the trip. We will be back!

  • Adam E.

    Submitted Jul 18, 2025

    Stayed Jul 13, 2025

    Couldn't be happier with our stay. Awesome owners and Awesome cabin. No issues at all. Amazing views. Cozy and fun! Lots of good local hikes!

  • Emily P.

    Submitted Jun 19, 2025

    Stayed Jun 7, 2025

    What a beautiful spot. Everything was as described in the listing, plus the amenities they provided were wonderful - well stocked kitchen, towels to use with the hot tub, lots of games for kids and adults, and on and on. Great communication, too. I thought the wood fired hot tub might feel like a chore, but it didn't - we used it a ton and loved it. Such a special place, right on the lake and the river. We loved it and hope to be back.

  • Rebecca L.

    Submitted Oct 20, 2024

    Stayed Oct 17, 2024

    Beautiful home, super clean, picturesque setting and fabulous hosts! We can’t wait to return!

  • Darwin H.

    Submitted Oct 10, 2024

    Stayed Oct 7, 2024

    This property was not only gorgeous but spotless! It is so well stocked I can’t imagine what you would need that it didn’t have. The view of the lake was picture perfect. Rockers on the front porch — became our favorite place We will certainly stay here again.

  • Rebecca I.

    Submitted Oct 1, 2024

    Stayed Sep 7, 2024

    Fantastic shore location and beautiful property, We will definitely be back!

  • Carol M.

    Submitted Sep 20, 2024

    Stayed Sep 16, 2024

    This is a beautiful propertay and the home has been beautifully remodeled. Many welcoming spaces to relax, dine, and visit. We really enjoyed watching the lunar eclipse on the lake shore.

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$506+
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