Unique Geo Dome with Stunning Lake Superior Views

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10260 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Enjoy the area

Schroeder, Minnesota

Caribou Falls1 min drive
Sugarloaf Cove Nature Center3 min drive
Temperance River State Park12 min drive
Grand Marais, MN (GRM-Cook County)56 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Office

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Summary:
The Nord Star is a 2800 sq ft geodesic dome perched above Lake Superior. Situated on water's edge with a rocky 200' shoreline and views of the lake. Minutes away from trails (crosscountry, hiking, biking), state parks, and rental businesses. Lutsen Ski Resort is a 20 minute drive. Perfect for family gatherings or groups of friends coming together!

Please note: A 4WD/AWD vehicle is needed to avoid issues with the steep driveway IN THE WINTER. The driveway is only plowed above 3".

The Space:
The Nord Star features a floor plan that is perfect for a large group. The dome comfortably sleeps 9 adults in 3 rooms with king beds and 1 room with a twin over queen bunk bed. The main level features the kitchen, dining room, sitting area/living room, deck, full bathroom, and two king bedrooms. The kitchen, dining room, and living room all boast views of Lake Superior. The upper floor is a loft with king bed and en suite bathroom. The lower level has a living space and bedroom with a twin over queen bunk bed. Enjoy the lake views from the upper or lower deck.

Guest Access:
Guests are provided with a unique code by the owner prior to the start of the stay. Please note: A 4WD/AWD vehicle is needed to avoid issues with the steep driveway IN THE WINTER. The driveway is only plowed above 3". We will not be held responsible for paying/coordinating/arranging for assistance.

The Neighborhood:
The Nord Star is located just outside of the towns of Schroeder and Tofte. Schroeder Bakery, Bluefin Grille, and Coho Cafe are all within a 15 minute drive from the dome. Small markets, coffee shops, and rental businesses conveniently located nearby.

Getting Around:
A car is required to enjoy the area. Please note: A 4WD/AWD vehicle is needed to avoid issues with the steep driveway IN THE WINTER. The driveway is only plowed above 3". We will not be held responsible for paying/coordinating/arranging for assistance.

Other Things to Note:
The upper deck has a gas fire pit table that seats six people. The lower deck has a wood fire pit with chairs to seat 10 people. The beach is a rocky shoreline.

Property manager

Ben and Julie Thomas

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Lake view

Lake front with large deck and tons of windows!

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 22

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Charge may apply

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

1. Pets: Pets are NOT allowed on the property. If evidence of a pet is identified, a charge of $1000 will be assessed to the guest for increased ti...

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

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 and a deadlock

About the area

Schroeder

Located in Schroeder, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Superior National Golf Course and North Shore Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Superior and Superior National Forest. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Schroeder, Minnesota

What's nearby

Caribou Falls State Wayside - 17 min walk
Caribou Falls - 1 min drive
Sugarloaf Cove Nature Center - 3 min drive
Temperance River State Park - 12 min drive
Tettegouche State Park - 18 min drive

Restaurants

Satellite's Country Inn - 7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique Geo Dome with Stunning Lake Superior Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

17 April 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Geodome

This house is amazing. It was fully stocked with everything we needed and it was cutely decorated and very clean. I am a total Princess and the Pea type and the beds, pillows, and bedding were quite comfortable, especially after a day of hiking. The views from this house inside and outside are incredible. During the day, the view of the lake was gorgeous and at night you could see the stars like you were outside. The house is absolutely perfect and I can’t wait to go back.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

13 October 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible

Where to start? The property was incredible and the dome is stunning. We hosted our close friends for our elopement weekend and it was the perfect place. The beds are comfortable (best night of sleep ever) the rooms are beautiful and clean, and the living room spaces are large and fit a group of people well if you’re just hanging out. The outside shoreline is beautiful and being able to hear the waves crash was so peaceful. Overall the property is well maintained and you can tell a lot of love and work has gone into making this a peaceful getaway. I will say make sure you plan a trip to Costco or target in Duluth before making your way up to save you some time or last minute trips to the Tofte general store! We would absolutely stay here again.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

5 October 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dome home

This property was located in a great spot. Very clean and we will definitely come back again.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connor S., Madison, WI

27 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay and Hope to Return

This is a great property in the top of its class and a prime location for exploring the north shore. Well setup for 1 or 2 families with two main bedrooms on the main floor then a kids' bedroom that sleeps 4 in the walk-out basement. Can flex to three families with the big bed in the open loft and extra sleeping options in the basement. Also great for a multi-generational visit. Perfect setup for kids downstairs with a TV and room to play, while adults hang out upstairs. Right on a cool rocky shoreline both kids and adults will love to explore. Wood fire pit on a deck in the backyard. Gas fire pit style table on the deck attached to the dining room. Well appointed kitchen with new appliances and all the amenities you could need. House is just beautiful. Access to a garage; also 40amp level-2 EV charging. This house has it all. Whole family loved it.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sejal W.

27 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family vacation location!

We loved our stay at the North Star with extended family! Most everything we needed was available, including a fully stocked kitchen with all the appliances we could ask for! There were great spaces for our family to gather, watch movies, enjoy a fire and play board games. We had a lot of fun splashing in Lake Superior, just steps from the house. The beds were really comfortable as well, including the separate space for our kids. The location was also close to lots of hiking locations and activities. It can get a little hot without air conditioning in the dome. Also, I’d recommend installing some larger rocks to safely step down to the beach, as some of the smaller rocks were loose. These are small issues, as we greatly enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023