Overview

Tettegouche Lodge is a secluded 32-acre property near Finland, MN with a spacious 8-bedroom, 7-bathroom vacation rental house nestled into the hills three miles inland from Lake Superior. A spectacular stretch of the Baptism River runs through the property directly below the Lodge with ideal, private fly fishing locations and a swimming hole. Tettegouche (pronounced Tet-a-gooch) means “gathering place” in French and with a capacity of up to 18 guests, the Lodge is perfect for multi-generational or multi-family North Shore vacations, yoga or corporate retreats, intimate Northwoods weddings, writing, art or photography workshops, and book club or scrapbooking getaways.  

Contact us at inquiries@tettegouchelodge.com if you have any questions before booking.

Key information to know before you book:

  • Minimum night stay requirements: 6 nights mid-June through mid-August (remaining summer 2024 dates only require 4 nights); 3 nights the rest of the year
  • Capacity Limit: Maximum of 18 adults are allowed to stay in the lodge with no more than 4 daytime visitors (so if you are planning an intimate Northwoods wedding or other small event the total attendees limit is 22)
  • Age limit: All Guest groups must have an adult at 25 years of age or older in order to rent the property.
  • Parking: Only 9 cars are allowed to ensure emergency vehicles can easily access the lodge.
  • Deposit/Cancellation Policy: Deposit is 50% of the total nightly lodge rates. If Guest wishes to cancel his/her reservation, the deposit will be refunded as follows:
    • 100% if cancelled at least 60 days prior to the Arrival Date
    • 50% if cancelled between 30-60 days prior to Arrival Date
    • Inside 30 days prior to the Arrival Date, the full fee will be forfeited
  • Getting here: Lodge is 1 hour and 20 minutes north of the Duluth Airport and 3.5 hours from Minneapolis/St. Paul
  • Pets: As much as we love our furry friends, we do not allow pets at the Lodge so that we can ensure the house will be in tip-top condition for guests.
  • Check in procedures: 4:00 pm check-in time and you will receive your personal door code in advance of your stay to let yourself in
  • Check out procedures: 10:00 am check-out time. Just start the dishwasher, take out the garbage, check for all of your belongings, and get on the road (cleaning fee is applied to all reservations)
  • Additional Questions: Please e-mail us at inquiries@tettegouchelodge.com

About Us

We are sisters (Sara being older than Anne) who love the outdoors and value bringing people together to connect with each other and nature. This dream began over 15 years ago and became a reality in January 2021. Together with our husbands (both named Jeff) we are excited to offer an amazing vacation rental house for you to make unforgettable memories in.