Timber Bay Lodge & Houseboats

Babbitt beachfront lodge with free children's club

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Bring the kids when you stay at Timber Bay Lodge & Houseboats, and they can enjoy the free kids' club. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests can keep active with onsite hiking/biking trails, mountain biking, and cross-country skiing. Other highlights include a kids' club and free bike rentals.

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • On a private beach
  • Free children's club
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Children's club
  • Babysitting
  • Air conditioning
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area
  • Gas grills
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's club (free)
  • Playground on site
  • Gas grill(s)
  • Free self parking
  • Children's toys

Room options

Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Exterior

Deluxe Cabin, Air conditioning, Resort View

  • Resort view
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 12
  • 3 Queen Beds and 6 Twin Beds

Deluxe Cabin, 4 Bedrooms, Air conditioning, Lake View

  • Sleeps 16
  • 4 Queen Beds and 8 Twin Beds
Deluxe Cabin, 6 Bedrooms, Air conditioning, Lake View | Exterior
Exterior
Deluxe Cabin, 6 Bedrooms, Air conditioning, Lake View | Extra beds
Deluxe Cabin, 6 Bedrooms, Air conditioning, Lake View | View from room

Deluxe Cabin, 6 Bedrooms, Air conditioning, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 18
  • 4 Queen Beds, 6 Twin Beds, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
8347 Timber Bay Rd, Babbitt, MN, 55706

What's nearby

  • Birch Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • International Wolf Center - 35 min drive - 41.8 km
  • Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort - 51 min drive - 50.1 km
  • Lake Vermilion - 58 min drive - 64.3 km
  • Fortune Bay Casino - 60 min drive - 66.9 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 127 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fish Tales Tavern - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hide Away Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tank's Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ten Pin Alley - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hot Stuff Pizzeria - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Timber Bay Lodge & Houseboats

Bring the kids when you stay at Timber Bay Lodge & Houseboats, and they can enjoy the free kids' club. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests can keep active with onsite hiking/biking trails, mountain biking, and cross-country skiing. Other highlights include a kids' club and free bike rentals.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 26 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests are recommended to download the property's ResNexus Portal mobile app before check-in
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
    • Babysitting*
    • Free children's club

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 50 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Pets must be supervised

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Gas grills
  • Private picnics

Traveling with children

  • Free children's club
  • Playground
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Trampoline
  • Children's games
  • Toys
  • Beach toys
  • Art supplies
  • Children's books

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Archery
  • Mountain biking
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Cross-country skiing
  • Ski runs nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Picnic area
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Walkway to water

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Deck or patio

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Champagne service

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 250 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • Late check-in between 6:00 PM and 11:00 PM can be arranged for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 45 per accommodation (may vary based on length of stay)

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Timber Bay Lodge & Houseboats?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 50 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 45 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Timber Bay Lodge & Houseboats?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Timber Bay Lodge & Houseboats?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at Timber Bay Lodge & Houseboats and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy onsite recreation like cross-country skiing and return when the snow melts for mountain biking and archery. Additional recreation onsite includes helicopter/airplane tours. Enjoy amenities like a private beach and a picnic area.

Does Timber Bay Lodge & Houseboats have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a deck or patio.

What's the area around Timber Bay Lodge & Houseboats like?

Timber Bay Lodge & Houseboats is located on the waterfront, a short 1-minute walk from Birch Lake.

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