Cozy Tiny Cabin - Off-Grid Experience with Sled Dogs Year 'round in Minnesota

Cabin in Grand Marais, MN

3 guests • 1 bedroom • 2 beds • 0.5 bathrooms

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DOG SLED | PADDLE | HIKE | STAY

DIVERSITY IS CELEBRATED HERE!
• Off-grid Tiny Log Cabin stay with sled dogs!
• One-of-a-kind lodging experience
• Lake Superior just down the road
• Waterfalls nearby!
• Superior Hiking Trail trailheads close by
• Border Route Trail nearby
• BWCA up the road!
• Dark Sky Sanctuary – we’re on the edge of it!
• Grand Marais, MN “America’s Coolest Small Town” just down the road

SHT Day Trippers - ask about a FREE shuttle!

Not only one of the most unique lodging options you will find along Lake Superior's North Shore or near the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and the Superior Hiking Trail, but an absolutely one-of-a-kind experience! Our tiny cabin was handcrafted by our Amish friends in southwestern, Minnesota and has a beautiful pine log interior, pine floors and a pine vaulted ceiling. My Mom provides all of the handmade quilts and my Dad contributed the wood turned items - it's a family affair!

There is a matching spacious log outhouse just down the short driveway from the cabin. We have received 5 stars for the outhouse!

Due to multiple safety requirements associated with a propane powered, off-grid cabin, this cabin is not suitable for young children. Older children must be attended by an adult at all times and not left to wander.

Parking is next to the cabin after winter break-up and before the first big snow. During winter months, you will park near our homestead and use a sled to snowshoe your things to the cabin. It is a short distance. Sleds and snowshoes are provided, if needed.

We LOVE pets and animals in general, but because we have sled dogs, you will need to leave your pets at home.

Amenities:

*Perfect for a couple or two friends and can also accommodate a third person. 1 double futon couch/bed below a twin log bunkbed.

*Full kitchenette with a small propane stove/oven, small insulated "icebox" to keep food cold (bring ice packs and not loose ice) and sink with a water jug and bucket below.

*Pillows & bedding included. Please bring your own towels/washcloths for sponge baths. If staying for 5+ nights, a shower in the main house is included. Otherwise, there is no shower access.

*Shared Amish-built outhouse close to cabin

*A small propane grill can be checked out from the main homestead

*The Kitchen is fully stocked with eating utensils, plates and cookware. A French press for coffee brewing is available. There is a tea kettle.

*Included in your stay is time spent with and learning about our sled dogs. You're welcome to schedule times to come out with us when we feed the dogs or visit them during their playgroups. You are also invited to tour the beeswax candle workshop.

*Don't forget to check out the Homestead Store in the main homestead along with the Scent from Nature Pure Beeswax Candle workshop.

The cabin allows you to participate fully in our lifestyle with traditional sled dogs. The cabin is just a short wander from the main, modern and comfy off-grid homestead. If you book a stay of 5+ nights, a shower in the main house is included. Otherwise, you can heat up water or melt snow in the winter for a sponge bath. The matching log outhouse has an amazingly warm seat and is shared with of our staff members.

Join us for a dog sledding experience, a Mindful Paddle or hike, a River Canyon Snow Trek or Wild Wander by day. Gaze at our ever-changing sky. From the screen porch, you will catch some beautiful sunrises and you may even catch a glimpse of the Northern Lights dancing overhead. Then, let the tranquil howls of the sled dogs enchant and sing you to sleep. When you're ready for adventure, you'll find our cabin a warm and welcoming place to start your day.

Other things to note
Superior Hiking Trail day trippers! We are now including one FREE SHT shuttle to any of the trailheads off of the Arrowhead Trail with a THREE night stay in our Tiny Cabins or Guest Suite. Additional shuttle service during your stay is available. When do you want to go? We'll take you there!

Winter

Do I have to come for a dog sledding experience to stay at the cabin in the winter? Not at all, but we sure do hope you take advantage of the opportunity! Our beautiful sled dogs are waiting to welcome you. Ask about our Bed & Sled packages. In addition, our River Canyon Snow Treks take you to places hidden deep in the woods and not traveled by the typical visitor to the area.

Spring, Summer & Fall

During the "off season", the cabin is perfect for adventurers making their way on sections of the Superior Hiking Trail or other nearby trails or for paddles exploring all of the nearby lakes or the BWCA on day trips. We offer Mindful Paddling & Hiking Guide Services to our guests as well as Spring & Fall Wheeled Dog Sledding Tours. Our River Canyon Wild Wanders take you to places not seen by the typical visitor to the area.

What does "off-grid" look like at this property?

The cabin is in Minnesota's remote north woods, 35 minutes northeast of Grand Marais. We are located 7 miles from the conventional grid. If you have AT&T, T-Mobile or Consumer Cellular cell coverage, you may receive a signal from this remote location. If not, the phone at the homestead is available for emergencies.

The cabin has a cozy propane heating stove that looks like a woodstove for all of the ambiance yet lacks the wood smoke and mess. We have propane lights with LED backups for warmer summer days, and a small propane oven/stove. There is a sink with a bucket underneath for grey water. The delicious drinking water comes from our own homestead well.

Check-in is between 4PM and 8PM. When you book, we will ask for your email address so that we can send you the Guest check-in details and a list of nearby sights so you can plan your trip. Upon arrival, you will come to the main homestead and we will take you down to The Tiny Tuloon Cabin for check-in.

Check out is at 10AM.

Please be sure to check with us about road conditions before you begin the journey up the Arrowhead Trail to the property so you know what to expect.

Since we live remotely, help could be over an hour away. Please consider this and take the necessary precautions.

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Features and services

Beds

  • 1 Bunk bed

  • 1 Sofa bed

Most popular features

  • Private Kitchen

  • Heating

  • Swimming

  • Fishing

  • Wildlife watching

  • stove

    Stove

  • Water sports

  • Parking

  • Deck/Patio

  • kayak

    Kayaking/Canoeing

  • Feeding animals

  • Cooking basics

  • Yoga

  • 1 Half-bath

  • 1 Bunk bed

  • 1 Sofa bed

  • Meditation

  • Boating/Sailing

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Where you will stay

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Grand Marais, Minnesota

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Scenic views
  • Isle Royale National Park
    27 miles straight-line distance
    43 kilometers straight-line distance

Situated on a 40-acre property in the remote wilderness of Minnesota's Arrowhead region, this unique, off-grid glamping site is located in Hovland, Minnesota approximately five and a half hours northeast of Minneapolis/St. Paul and one and a half hours south of Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada. There are countless lakes just minutes from the property, including Esther Lake and Lake Superior. Portage Brook Overlook, with its stunning scenery, is about 12 minutes away, while the Mount Josephine Overlook is about 40 minutes away. Grand Portage State Park, with its numerous trails and high falls, is also 40 minutes away and Grand Maris is about a 35-minute drive away. If glampers want to venture a bit further away, the Kakabeka Falls located in Ontario, Canada, is about an hour-and-a-half away. The nearest international airports are Duluth International Airport in the US (three hours) and the Thunder Bay, Ontario airport in Canada (one and a half hours).
Activities near Grand Marais
  • Swimming

  • Winter sports

  • Water sports

  • Biking

  • kayak

    Kayaking/Canoeing

  • surf-board

    Stand-up paddleboarding

  • Climbing

  • Fishing

  • Boating/Sailing

  • Meditation

  • Yoga

  • Wildlife watching

  • Feeding animals

Nestled in the beautiful wilderness of Minnesota in an off-grid homestead, getting in touch with nature is a must when staying at this unique glamping site. From canoeing in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness that is just minutes down the road, to hiking the nearby trails, to taking in the surrounding beauty, guests will be able to explore the great outdoors from dawn until dusk. Guests can spend the day exploring Grand Portage State Park and take the time to marvel at the High Falls plummeting into the Pigeon River. Glampers can also make their way to Grand Marais Harbor before heading into the heart of Grand Marais to grab a bite to eat. There is an onsite beeswax candle workshop for a tour, which gives glampers insight on the art of candle making. If guests want to experience the lifestyle of those who dedicate their lives to the care and training of traditional sled dogs, they can help the hosts with daily chores, including dog feeding, before taking a dog sledding tour through the rugged terrain or learning how to mush which is for an additional fee. Speak to host for more details.
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Things to know

Arrival and departure

  • Check-in: 04:00 PM - 08:00 PM

  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

House rules

  • No infants allowed
    Under 2 years old

  • No children allowed
    2-12 years old

  • No pets allowed

  • No smoking

  • No parties

  • No events

  • No open fires

  • Minimum age to rent: 21

  • Some spaces are shared

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Additional info

Our tiny cabin is for those who want peaceful stays in the wilderness.

Smoking is not allowed. Pets are not allowed.
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