[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # NORTHERN LIGHTS! Historic Storybook Beach Cottage at Tamarack Waterworks Ski-in/ski-out access for fun in the snow ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33940000/33939800/33939788/330f09d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33940000/33939800/33939788/4b4f2cab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33940000/33939800/33939788/e389062b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33940000/33939800/33939788/2c403f47.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33940000/33939800/33939788/750ada0a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Take advantage of a firepit, a garden, and laundry facilities at NORTHERN LIGHTS! Historic Storybook Beach Cottage at Tamarack Waterworks. With amenities like ski-in/ski-out access and ski lift privileges, this cottage is a great place to hit the slopes. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Beach view - Parking available - Air conditioning - Pet-friendly - Dryer - Washer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### NORTHERN LIGHTS! Historic Storybook Beach Cottage at Tamarack Waterworks This cottage has 2 bedrooms. One with a double bed and the other with a queen bed. There is a fantastic all-window front porch for watching storms come in over the lake. Original hardwood maple floors throughout. The kitchen has all the necessities, plus extra amenities such as a microwave oven, glass top stove, and modern coffeemaker. The bathroom has a shower unit. High speed Wi-Fi is included. There is a 32' flat screen in the living room. Our location is clean, well-maintained and fully equipped for a comfortable and relaxing stay. On the beach you can enjoy a camp fire under the stars or even catch the northern lights, swim the Great Lake Superior, hunt the perfect rock or agate, fish 'til the sun goes down, barbecue on the charcoal grill and picnic at the picnic table, or take a nature walk and enjoy the natural beauty of the beach and forest. In the winter, ski, snowmobile, or snow-shoe right out of your front door or travel a short distance to our many local winter attractions. Open year round, come relax and enjoy the natural beauty and tranquility of the cottage surroundings. You will truly love the beauty of the Copper Country and love staying at North Shore Cottages. For nearly 100 years the Roberts family has welcomed friends and guests to Tamarack Waterworks and we look forward to welcoming you. Just bring your food and a vacation state of mind. Call or email Philip for information and to secure your reservation today! ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Ski lift privileges - Ski-in/ski-out access - Snowboarding nearby ### Pool/Spa - Sauna ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Charcoal grill - Firepit - Garden - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 20 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina ### Things to do - Ski lift privileges - Ski-in/ski-out access - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Sledding nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Spelunking nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33510000/33507700/33507627/1dd4efe9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming LAKE SUPERIOR Beach Cottage in Keweenaw, near Calumet. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Historic Storybook Beach Cottage Tamarack Waterworks Calamet Historic Storybook Beach Cottage Tamarack Waterworks Historic Storybook Beach Tamarack Waterworks Calamet Historic Storybook Beach Tamarack Waterworks Historic Storybook Beach Cottage Tamarack Waterworks Calamet Historic Storybook Beach Cottage Tamarack Waterworks Cottage Historic Storybook Beach Cottage at Tamarack Waterworks Historic Storybook Beach Tamarack Waterworks Historic Storybook Beach Cottage at Tamarack Waterworks Cottage Historic Storybook Beach Cottage at Tamarack Waterworks Laurium Cottage Historic Storybook Beach Cottage at Tamarack Waterworks Historic Storybook Beach Cottage at Tamarack Waterworks Calamet Historic Storybook Beach Cottage at Tamarack Waterworks ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C47.28951%2C-88.50509&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=uvUtZA-f0HSflcNBPO_w7Z6c4zQ=) Calumet, MI #### What's nearby - Calumet Waterworks Beach - 6 min drive - 2.9 km - McLain State Park - 14 min drive - 10.2 km - Keweenaw National Historical Park Headquarters - 15 min drive - 8.5 km - Coppertown USA Mining Museum - 15 min drive - 8.5 km - Michigan Technological University - 37 min drive - 34.6 km #### Getting around - Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial) - 25 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Burger King - ‬15 min drive - ‪The Hut Inn - ‬16 min drive - ‪Miners Cafe - ‬16 min drive - ‪Keweenaw Coffee Works - ‬14 min drive - ‪U.P. Pub - ‬14 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is NORTHERN LIGHTS! Historic Storybook Beach Cottage at Tamarack Waterworks pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at NORTHERN LIGHTS! Historic Storybook Beach Cottage at Tamarack Waterworks? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at NORTHERN LIGHTS! Historic Storybook Beach Cottage at Tamarack Waterworks? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is NORTHERN LIGHTS! Historic Storybook Beach Cottage at Tamarack Waterworks located? > Set amidst the mountains, this ski-in/ski-out cottage in Calumet is steps from Lake Superior, and close to winter activities such as cross-country skiing and sledding. Black Creek Nature Sanctuary and Calumet Lake are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? 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