WALDEN HAUS -Lakefront Chalet- Dog Friendly & Breakfast-Ski-Golf-Bike-Hike-Swim | Ski Chalet in Biwabik

10.0 (14 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   5 Bedrooms  3 Bathrooms  12 Guests
Biwabik Ski Chalet | WALDEN HAUS -Lakefront Chalet- Dog Friendly & Breakfast-Ski-Golf-Bike-Hike-Swim

5 Bedroom Ski Chalet in Biwabik

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
• 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 ketchup, mustrad
• Lower-level game room with walkout patio access - picnic table and charcoal grill (please bring own charcoal, also available to purchase at Welcome Center)
• Game room includes a stone electric fireplace, 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 (first come/first serve), and walking paths. Guests may rent additional non-motorized watercraft from the Welcome Center.
NEW - now open is the Giants Ridge Pool and Sauna Haus near the Villas. A 9,700 square foot wellness retreat with a heated indoor pool, hot tub, and saunas. Daily passes are $15 for 13+ and $10 for 12 and under.
RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES:
• Two nationally recognized championship golf courses, the Quarry and the Legend and down the road The Wilderness at Fortune Bay in Tower
• 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.

WALDEN HAUS -Lakefront Chalet- Dog Friendly & Breakfast-Ski-Golf-Bike-Hike-Swim is located in Biwabik. WALDEN HAUS -Lakefront Chalet- Dog Friendly & Breakfast-Ski-Golf-Bike-Hike-Swim provides accommodation, featuring Laundry, TV, Breakfast, among other amenities. This Ski Chalet features Laundry, TV, Breakfast, to make your stay a comfortable one.

WALDEN HAUS -Lakefront Chalet- Dog Friendly & Breakfast-Ski-Golf-Bike-Hike-Swim has 5 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 12 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Ski Chalet because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Ski Chalet, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Ski Chalet has a friendly neighborhood, and the Biwabik has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Ski Chalet in Biwabik, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
Pool
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Skiing
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Breakfast
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 5 bedrooms
  • Free breakfast available
  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
Ocean view
  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
Parking
  • Onsite parking
  • Electric car charging station on site
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 total pets
Accessibility
  • No elevators
  • 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
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
Activities
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Tennis on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Pickleball court
  • Hiking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
Entertainment
  • Arcade/game room
  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Stereo
  • Games
General
  • Unit size: 1800 sq ft (167 sq m)
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • English
  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Next to a golf course
  • Near a health or beauty spa
Guest Services
  • Travel crib
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's books
  • Children's toys
  • Children's games
  • Highchair
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Chef
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Firepit
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Balcony
  • Garden
Security/Safety
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Skiing
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby
Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Massages

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 24
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome. note from host: a pack-n-play, booster seat, & toys available.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
2 total pets note from host: pet fee is $110 per stay for up to 2 dogs. pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs only
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Nate T.
Jul 7, 2025 09:35:08 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: It was a great trip and the resort was very nice, clean, and has thoughtful amenities. Would stay there again!
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