This vacation home accommodates 12 guests with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. It features 2 separate living rooms and a patio for outdoor relaxation. Enjoy lake views while engaging in nearby activities like birdwatching, hiking, and swimming. The property is situated in the mountains, close to shopping and near golf and skiing opportunities.
Highlights
Family fun awaits
Top-rated for families.
Arcade/game room
A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Lake Superior View · Sauna · Game Room · 3 Ensuites · Private 2 Acres
Three bedrooms, each with its own private bath. A cedar sauna, an 800 sq ft game room, and Lake Superior through the trees. Sleeps 8 on two private acres between Tofte and Lutsen.
Step onto one of three decks at sunset, light the fire pit, and let the evening take as long as it wants. Overlook Hus sits in a quiet association neighborhood, so evenings here are for the fire and the sauna, not outdoor music.
THE SETTING A private, wooded two-acre lot just outside Tofte, with Lake Superior views out front and the Superior National Forest behind the house. Decks and big windows bring the woods inside. After dark the sky goes truly black.
WHERE YOU'LL SLEEP Sleeping is easy for eight. Three bedrooms, each with its own private bathroom, so no one waits in the morning and no one sleeps on a sofa. - Upstairs main suite: king and queen, gas fireplace, 75" TV and the best lake view in the house - Upstairs queen suite: 50" TV and its own covered porch - Main-level queen suite: 50" TV and no stairs All three baths have rainfall showers, heated bidet seats and heated mirrors.
THE GAME ROOM 800 sq ft and heated, with an 85" smart TV and Sonos surround sound, ping pong, air hockey, foosball, shuffleboard and darts, plus a popcorn bar, puzzles, board games, its own kitchenette and a second fridge.
LIVING, KITCHEN AND DINING The living room has walls of windows, a gas fireplace, deep couches and plenty of blankets, and no TV on purpose. The kitchen has a gas range, two refrigerators and everything down to the spices, oils and sharp knives. The dining table seats ten. The coffee bar has a Breville espresso machine, whole beans and Moccamaster drip coffee, with a tea station and a cocktail station alongside.
OUTSIDE - Private cedar sauna in its own building, with a Harvia stove and room for all eight of you - Outdoor shower for a cold rinse between rounds - Long outdoor dining table and a Weber gas grill - Solo Stove fire pit with 8 Adirondack chairs and 6 loungers, firewood provided - Three hammocks in the pines, plus cornhole and bocce
WORK, BIKES AND SKIS 770 Mbps whole-home mesh wifi and two workstations. Bike storage, a repair stand with tools and a wash hose under the garage overhang. Boot and glove dryers in the game room.
WHAT'S NEARBY - Tofte, cafes, dining and groceries: 3.4 mi, 5 min - Temperance River State Park, gorge and waterfalls: 6 mi, 7 min - Oberg and Leveaux Mountain, fall-color hikes: 4.8 mi, 8 min - Carlton Peak and Britton Peak, Superior Hiking Trail and mountain biking: 5.6 mi, 9 min - Superior National Golf Course: 6 mi, 10 min - Lutsen Mountains, skiing, summer gondola and bike park: 7 mi, 10 min - Cascade River State Park: 16 mi, 22 min - Grand Marais, galleries, dining and the harbor: 24 mi, 30 min The paved Gitchi-Gami State Trail starts across from our road turn-off.
WHO THIS HOME IS FOR - Two families or three couples. Everyone gets a door that closes and a bathroom of their own. - Friends on a ski, bike or hike trip who want a sauna waiting at the end of the day. - Couples and small families who want real quiet and room to spread out. - A few days of remote work from the woods.
GUEST ACCESS The whole home is yours: every level, the game room, the sauna and the full yard, except two small locked supply closets. Self check-in with a smart lock at the garage door. We answer messages quickly, and no one lives on site, so the home is private to your group.
PARKING AND WINTER DRIVING Free driveway parking for 3 vehicles, and a few more is fine for family groups. The home is on a quiet private road and the association plows after 3 inches of snow. In winter, please bring an AWD or 4WD vehicle.
HOUSE RULES - 8 guests maximum - Renters must be 25 or older and stay for the whole trip - No parties or events, no smoking indoors, no pets - Check-in after 4 PM, checkout by 10 AM - Our home is in a private association with noise and light rules. Outdoor noise must stay low and outdoor music is not allowed. The association monitors this and Cook County enforces it.
A few honest notes about the deep woods: mosquitoes come out at dusk in summer and you may spot a harmless garter snake. It's the trade-off for a national forest at your back. There's no central air conditioning; shades, fans and cool North Shore nights keep the house comfortable.
Noise monitoring: this property uses decibel-only noise monitors inside and out to help us respond quickly to excessive noise and protect our neighbors' quiet. They measure sound level only, record no audio or video, and none are in bedrooms, bathrooms or other sleeping areas. Repeated excessive-noise alerts may result in a warning or, for severe or repeated violations, immediate check-out without refund.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Leave open sofa pull out beds if used
Place trash in bins located outside the back game room door. Remove and reattach straps to keep animals out of trash:)
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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Property # 5014400vb
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, a first aid kit 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
Tofte
Located in Tofte, this holiday home is in the mountains. Lake Superior and Ray Berglund State Wayside reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include North Shore Commercial Fishing Museum and Cross River Heritage Center. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and ice skating.
Is Lake Superior View · Sauna · Game Room · 3 Ensuites · Private 2 Acres pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Lake Superior View · Sauna · Game Room · 3 Ensuites · Private 2 Acres?
As of 13 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake Superior View · Sauna · Game Room · 3 Ensuites · Private 2 Acres on 21 Apr 2027 start from AU$2,174, 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 Lake Superior View · Sauna · Game Room · 3 Ensuites · Private 2 Acres?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Lake Superior View · Sauna · Game Room · 3 Ensuites · Private 2 Acres?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lake Superior View · Sauna · Game Room · 3 Ensuites · Private 2 Acres?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Lake Superior View · Sauna · Game Room · 3 Ensuites · Private 2 Acres located?
This family-friendly Tofte holiday home is located in the mountains, within a 15-minute walk of Superior National Forest and Lake Superior. North Shore Commercial Fishing Museum and Ray Berglund State Wayside are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
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This house was the perfect North Shore vacation home and the hosts were incredibly communicative and helpful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2026
Thank you so much for the kind words, Libby! We’re glad our house and communication helped make your North Shore getaway relaxing. Would love to host you again anytime!
Lovely property and a wonderful host! Luke responded quickly to every question we had. The home had everything we needed and more. Our group of adults loved the game room and spent a lot of time there. The kitchen was well stocked with everything, from a coffee maker and espresso machine to coffee beans and a variety of teas. Our only complaint is that we didn't have enough time to enjoy everything it has to offer. We'd love to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Oct 2026
Thanks so much for the kind words, Phan , I’m glad the game room and kitchen hit the mark!. We’ll keep working to make stays even better, and we’d love to welcome you back to our house for a longer visit.
Great family vacation. Very clean and inviting. Amenities are top notch. Property has spectacular views and very quiet. This rental has everything you need and more. Hosts are very kind and welcoming. As for location, is very convenient. The game room-my family didn’t want to leave! If you are looking to unplug and have quality time as a family, this is hands down a must visit and 10/10!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2026
Thank you Erin! We appreciated hosting you and your family. We are so glad our home fit your needs for a great family vacation.
Wow, what a wonderful home to enjoy the North Shore. This home is spectacular! The hosts are avid outdoors people and it shows with all of the thoughtful touches in this family escape. Without a doubt this is the best VRBO I have ever stayed at. Wonderful interior design. A kitchen outfitted with a regular coffee machine, an espresso machine, a cool tea kettle, an array of tea choices and a cool array of coffee cups and of course all the pots and pans one could possibly need. Great beds, a large sauna, great fire pit, and on and on. The hosts were great in enabling us to change dates due to one of our group’s family health issues and responded quickly to any questions we had. As a builder I am accused by my traveling group (6 guys who celebrated our 37’th trip together) of being a bit “picky” about our lodging. Guilty as charged. This vacation home passed with flying colors.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2026
Thanks for the amazing review, Robert! It’s great to hear our house was the perfect home base for your trip, and we’re glad the sauna, fire pit, and coffee setup hit the spot. Hope to see you back soon!
Luke and Laura did an absolutely fantastic job with their property. From the design of the home to the little touches, and everything in between, it was perfect.We loved the game room after a day of skiing, and the kitchen, bedrooms, and bathrooms were all in great condition and so clean.We didn't even get a chance to test out the sauna, but would absolutely love to come back another time and try it out.This home was a step above the rest in the area and we'd absolutely recommend it to anyone!
We absolutely adored this property! It was our first time visiting the North Shore. The property offered the ability to relax and enjoy quiet time as a family - which was welcomed with as busy as life is - but there were so many great things to go and see if we chose to. The hosts were incredibly responsive to any questions we had before and during our stay. They provided updates to us in advance of our check in on anything we might have needed to know. Upon arrival we were thrilled with the small details that seemed so thoughtful throughout the house. Every bathroom was stocked with a drawer of small necessities just in case we had forgotten anything…. Toothbrushes, cotton swabs, etc. I found this to be incredibly helpful even though we brought almost everything we needed. I would highly recommend this property to anyone looking to stay in the Tofte/Lutsen area to enjoy the quiet and peaceful property.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2026
Thank you Brooke! We so appreciate you all! So glad the small touches were helpful. Come back anytime!
About the host
Hosted by luke and laura hintermeister
Laura and I met at University of Minnesota Duluth, and fell in love with Duluth and the North shore! This home in Tofte is our favorite place on earth:) Laura remodeled and designed this home with our 4 kids over 8 months. This is her creation. Happy to answer any specific questions in advance. We hike extensively, mountain bike and snowboard around 100 days a year. We are well traveled Airbnb guests. We know what a host should do to create a comfortable guest experience.
Why they chose this property
Super private association with incredible views of Lake Superior and the Superior National forest from every level. Plus close access to State Parks, Lutsen mountain, Tofte and Grand Marais. Noise and light pollution association rules make staying here an unusually restful retreat. Star gazing is worth the trip alone!
What makes this property unique
Private and quiet neighborhood, Thoughtful amenities, views from every level, and one incredible game room with kitchenette and 85 in TV with Sonos surround sound for movie night. The private sauna and outdoor cold shower bring soothing for muscles after long days on the trails in every season. Even with the wild weather moods of Lake Superior, you will have plenty to do in the game room and sauna!