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WALDEN HAUS -Lakefront Chalet- Dog Friendly & Breakfast-Golf-Bike-Hike-Swim

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire chalet

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms1800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Biwabik, MN
  • Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Calgary Chair
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Biwabik City Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Hibbing, MN (HIB-Chisholm-Hibbing)
    ‪59 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Aurora

Near the slopes.Within a 5-minute walk of this Aurora chalet, you'll find Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort and Chamonix Chair. Also, Helsinki Chair is within half a mile (1 km) and Calgary Chair is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Calgary Chair - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Sarajevo Chair - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Rocky Top Chair - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Biwabik City Park - 12 min drive - 6.1 miles

Getting around

  • Hibbing, MN (HIB-Chisholm-Hibbing) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rudy's Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Hive Coffee and Bakehouse - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burnt Onion Kitchen & Brews - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Dave's Alpine Bar - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

WALDEN HAUS -Lakefront Chalet- Dog Friendly & Breakfast-Golf-Bike-Hike-Swim

Walden Haus is the perfect vacation spot with year-round activities at your doorstep and the comforts of home. This pet-friendly, up-north cabin is located on Wynne Lake and across the road from the Giants Ridge Ski & Golf Resort. Take in all that Giants Ridge, the Iron Range, and the Arrowhead region have to offer.

WALDEN HAUS AMENITIES:
• 4 bedrooms on 3 levels, master with king, guest room with queen, loft with 3 twins, and a lower-level sleeping space with a log bunkbed - double on bottom and twin on top
• Sleeps 10 comfortably with option for premium queen air mattress/ extra bedding for additional guests (max 12)
• 3 bathrooms, one on each level (bathtub on main level and loft) with premium shampoo/conditioner/soaps
• Great room with gas fireplace, smart TV, acoustic guitar, and beautiful views of Wynne Lake
• Dining table seats 7, with direct access to additional outdoor seating on the deck
• Well-stocked kitchen including crockpot, blender, rice cooker, popcorn air popper, dinnerware for 12
- Complimentary breakfast provided – pancake mix & syrup
- Popcorn with Air Popper
- Coffee/tea and sugar/creamer
- Staples- spices, condiments, olive oil, cooking spray
• Lower-level game room with walkout patio access - picnic table and charcoal grill
• Game room includes a poker table, array of nostalgic board games, DVD/Blue Ray with movies, record player with eclectic albums, and large smart TV
• Portable Bluetooth speaker and charging station
• Washer & dryer for guest use
• Pooch amenities – comfy bed & blanket, bowls, treats, toys, doggie bags
• Kids essentials – toys for various ages, books, pack-n-play, booster seat, dinnerware
• Recreation gear – two kayaks, life jackets, pool toys, yard games, beach towels, tennis racquets, pickleball paddles, basketball
• EV charging station ¼ mile away at Giants Ridge

RESORT AMENITIES:
Staying at Walden Haus gives you access to all the amenities of the Villas at Giants Ridge, including a seasonal heated outdoor pool and hot tub, tennis/pickle ball court, Basketball hoop, fire pit, swimming beach, playground, docks for your boat, and walking paths. Guests may rent additional non-motorized watercraft from the Welcome Center. Scheduled to open Summer of 2025 is the new Giants Ridge Pool and Sauna House near the Villas, which will be available to the public.

RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES:
• Two nationally recognized championship golf courses, the Quarry and the Legend
• Premier mountain biking at Giants Ridge as well as two other area trails - Redhead Mountain and Lookout Mountain
• 130+ miles of trails for cyclists on the Mesabi Trail from your door step
• Alpine skiing, 2 terrain parks, and tubing on 202 acres, 5 lifts/35 runs
• Nordic skiing on nearly 40 miles of groomed trails
• Snowmobiling on 2,000 miles of groomed trails
• OHV Recreation Area in Gilbert – 1,200 acres/36 miles
• Boating on Wynne and Sabin Lakes or nearby Lake Embarrass
• Berry-picking, disc golf and so much more

Centrally located in the heart of the Iron Range, Walden Haus is 5 miles from the Bavarian-theme village of Biwabik and equal distance from the inviting community of Aurora. Both provide food establishments and other essential amenities for your stay. Less than 20 miles away is the City of Virginia where you will find franchise restaurants and big box retail, such as Menards, Target, Walgreens, and Aldi. Walden Haus also makes a perfect home base to take in other destination spots of the Arrowhead region including Duluth/Superior, WI (66 miles), the North Shore of Lake Superior (69 miles), and Ely, the entrance to the Boundary Waters (39 miles).

Whether you are looking for a couple's getaway with your four-legged sidekicks, a family vacation with the kids, a girls' weekend, a men's golf adventure, or a family reunion, Walden Haus is an ideal vacation destination for a true Minnesota experience. We look forward to hosting you soon.

Property manager

Tiffany Fettig

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Free breakfast available
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Pickleball
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Pet fee is $110 per stay for up to 2 dogs.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: A pack-n-play, booster seat, & toys available.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is WALDEN HAUS -Lakefront Chalet- Dog Friendly & Breakfast-Golf-Bike-Hike-Swim to the airport?

This chalet is 35.8 mi (48-min drive) away from the Hibbing, MN (HIB-Chisholm-Hibbing) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does WALDEN HAUS -Lakefront Chalet- Dog Friendly & Breakfast-Golf-Bike-Hike-Swim have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this chalet.

How close is WALDEN HAUS -Lakefront Chalet- Dog Friendly & Breakfast-Golf-Bike-Hike-Swim to the beach?

This chalet is 18.3 mi (28-min drive) from Veterans Park Ely Lake Beach.

Does WALDEN HAUS -Lakefront Chalet- Dog Friendly & Breakfast-Golf-Bike-Hike-Swim offer free breakfast?

Yes, this chalet offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at WALDEN HAUS -Lakefront Chalet- Dog Friendly & Breakfast-Golf-Bike-Hike-Swim?

No, there is no casino at this chalet.

What time is check-in at WALDEN HAUS -Lakefront Chalet- Dog Friendly & Breakfast-Golf-Bike-Hike-Swim?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at WALDEN HAUS -Lakefront Chalet- Dog Friendly & Breakfast-Golf-Bike-Hike-Swim?

Free parking is not available at this chalet.

Does WALDEN HAUS -Lakefront Chalet- Dog Friendly & Breakfast-Golf-Bike-Hike-Swim have a pool?

This chalet features an outdoor pool.

Does WALDEN HAUS -Lakefront Chalet- Dog Friendly & Breakfast-Golf-Bike-Hike-Swim have a spa?

This chalet doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is WALDEN HAUS -Lakefront Chalet- Dog Friendly & Breakfast-Golf-Bike-Hike-Swim to downtown Aurora?

This chalet is 4 mi away from Aurora.

WALDEN HAUS -Lakefront Chalet- Dog Friendly & Breakfast-Golf-Bike-Hike-Swim Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sally D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Brief Stay

We enjoyed our 2 night stay. This was by far the best stocked rental home we have stayed in. It is clean, has comfortable beds, is big enough for everyone to have their own space and it was well stocked with everything you needed to make your stay relaxing and enjoyable. The host is very kind and helpful! We would definitely stay here again if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025