NORTHERN LIGHTS! Historic Storybook Beach Cottage at Tamarack Waterworks

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A wooden cabin with a porch, windows adorned with wreaths, and a lantern on the railing.
A cozy room with a sofa, a chair, and a door with windows.
A wooden deck with a mailbox, a red building, and a road sign indicating the road ends.
A white wooden kitchen counter with a glass jar, a metal pot, and a guide book.
A dining area with a round table and four chairs, a hanging light fixture, a window with a view of trees, and a white cabinet with dishes.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Ski access
    A rare find - hit the slopes directly from your doorstep!
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Lake Superior

Popular amenities

  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Calumet, MI
  • Place, Keweenaw National Historical Park Headquarters
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Michigan Technological University
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Place, Mount Bohemia
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Calumet

Located in Calumet, this cottage is in a rural area. Calumet Theatre and Italian Hall Historical Marker are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Superior and Black Creek Nature Sanctuary. Gabriel J Chopp Park and Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and snowmobiling.
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Calumet, MI

What's nearby

  • Keweenaw National Historical Park Headquarters - 13 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Coppertown USA Mining Museum - 13 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Houghton–Hancock Bridge - 29 min drive - 32.7 km
  • Michigan Technological University - 31 min drive - 34.6 km
  • Mount Bohemia - 43 min drive - 59.9 km

Getting around

  • Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Miners Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Michigan House Cafe and Brew Pub - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Toni's Country Kitchen - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Carmelitas - ‬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 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at NORTHERN LIGHTS! Historic Storybook Beach Cottage at Tamarack Waterworks?

As of 28 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at NORTHERN LIGHTS! Historic Storybook Beach Cottage at Tamarack Waterworks on 30 November 2026 start from NZ$799, 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 NORTHERN LIGHTS! Historic Storybook Beach Cottage at Tamarack Waterworks?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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?

Checkout 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 sledging. Black Creek Nature Sanctuary and Calumet Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 132 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 132 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 132 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 132 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 132 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cool place in a very beautiful area. We loved it and will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It is a beautiful cottage in a surreal setting viewing Lake Superior and endless nature. The owner has done an incredible job with comfy bedding and nice furniture.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin and wonderful host.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This may the most peaceful place in the UP. The beach is a rock hound paradise. The location is rich with upper michigan history. The cottage was very clean and well stocked. They have a very nice barrel sauna. We would love to visit again for a longer stay. This would be a great family friendly and pet friendly choice for your UP get away.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

Great lake view, very clean and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great - the place was nice and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage had everything we needed, and the proximity to Lake Superior made it even better. We enjoyed ourselves immensely, highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint vintage cabin close walk to lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an amazing property and we can’t wait to come back! The lake access was perfect and it is a great place to see the Northern Lights! We enjoyed every minute!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The sauna was a nice addition to our stay. The only disappoint was no DVD player that was listed under amenities. But not a dealBreaker would certainly stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Winter Getaway

Great cottage; excellent owner communication
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect relaxing getaway

Beautifully quiet and peaceful spot on mother Superior. I will definitely come back to this wonderful cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very Enjoyable!

Our family had a hockey tournament in the area, and we had a great time at the property. We loved the location and feel of the property. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Property on Lake Superior

The property is absolutely perfect. The location on Lake Superior could not get any better. We enjoyed the wildlife, sunsets, and cozy cabin. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tranquil Northern Michigan Beach Cottage

We enjoyed our stay at this lovely beach cottage. The views of Lake Superior were stunning. It was like having our own private beach for the week with Lake Superior only a few steps away. The summer porch was a favorite and got lots of use.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tamarack Water works

A nice clean cute place with everything you need for a comfortable stay. Town is close for your needs and Lake Superior is awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes, the lake views are the best that we have stayed at and we have been up here about 5 times over several years. The whole vibe was great... my wife and I are rockhounds and the rocky beaches make it very desirable for us, can't say enough about Phillip our host. was so friendly and personable. We already looking forward to 3 weeks next year,Also, the cabins that we have stayed in on our many trips are Fantastic
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Get away

Perfect for a weekend getaway. This is a return visit for us. Love this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

My First Stay at Storybook Cottage

I have been looking at Storybook Cottage for years and finally found a time we could go. It was everything I had hoped for. The cottage was quaint and perfect for our style of living. And being so close to the Big Lake was a bonus. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Visit to Gods country

Cabin was wonderful. Location great. Snow was fantastic. Xc sking. Snow shoeing. Local culture the best. Friendly folks everywhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage is very comfortable in a safe, calm and peaceful setting. It had everything we needed and we were even able to borrow dog beds to make sure our dogs didn't get cozy on furniture! It is a perfect location to explore Copper country. We did several hikes in the area including Mt. Baldy, Black Creek, Eagle Harbor trails, Horseshoe Harbor, and the trail in the town of Central. After hiking in the rain one day, we fired up the common sauna for some extra relaxation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Escape

In one beautiful fall October weekend, we saw incredible sunsets over Lake Superior, a double rainbow, and the Northern Lights. The home was so comfortable and the check in and check out processes were well communicated. We made some amazing family memories. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Archival

8/10 Good

The cottage was clean, well-furnished and charming.

We enjoyed our stay at the Beach Cottage. While I had believed we were right on the water, we were just a short walk away. The cottage was clean, well-furnished and had everything we needed. The owner was nearby and responded to a question immediately. I'd definitely go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2016
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Felt like we were on our own little corner of heaven!

If you are looking to get away from it all, somewhere beautiful on Lake Superior, one of these quaint cottages will do more than the trick;) Philip was there to check in and make sure we had everything we needed, but we otherwise felt like we had a big beach to ourselves. We enjoyed looking for rocks and took a day trip to beautiful Copper Harbor. We are wishing we could get right back out there because the leaves were starting to change, but the entire area will soon be on fire with fall color! We were more than comfortable here, and hope to return and check out a different cottage in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
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