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Experience the magic of Snow Otter Haus, a cozy ski cabin nestled near Big Powderhorn Mountain. Get ready for an adrenaline-packed adventure with skiing, snowmobiling/ATVs, mountain biking and hiking nearby. Warm up by the fireplace after a day on the slopes.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Mountain view

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Snow Otter Haus | Cozy 2BR Retreat

Welcome to the lower level of Snow Otter Haus—a warm and inviting 2-bedroom retreat just one block from Big Powderhorn Mountain. This private unit features a full kitchen, cozy living room with fireplace, and thoughtful touches throughout. Ideal for couples, small families, or solo adventurers looking for comfort and convenience. You're just:
• 🚶‍♂️ 10-minute walk to Big Powderhorn lifts
• 🚗 10-minute drive to Snowriver Mountain Resort
• 🏍️ Ride directly to snowmobile/ATV trails—no trailering needed
• 🌲 15 minutes to Black River waterfalls and Copper Peak
Whether you're skiing, hiking, or relaxing by the fire, this unit offers a peaceful base for year-round adventure.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Wash Dishes
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Pets are welcome with an additional fee. Please n

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Bessemer is home to this vacation home. Old Depot Park Museum and Historic Ironwood Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort and Copper Peak. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Bessemer travel guide
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Bessemer, MI

What's nearby

  • Skiing at Indianhead Mountain, MI looking towards Blackjack. Lots of snow...and you can ski both places.
    Indianhead Mountain
    18 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Amazing hikes, amazing views ♥️ #lifeatexpedia
    Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park
    37 min drive - 45.7 km
  • Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Molessa County Park
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Black River Basin
    17 min drive - 16.4 km

Getting around

  • Ironwood, MI (IWD-Gogebic County)
    6 min drive

Restaurants

  • Super One Foods
    11 min drive
  • McDonald's
    12 min drive
  • Rigoni's Inn
    11 min drive
  • Midway Bar
    13 min drive
  • Domino's Pizza
    13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Snow Otter Haus | Cozy 2BR Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Snow Otter Haus | Cozy 2BR Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Snow Otter Haus | Cozy 2BR Retreat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Snow Otter Haus | Cozy 2BR Retreat located?

Situated in Bessemer, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort and Molessa County Park. Ottawa National Forest and Airport Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Snow Otter Haus | Cozy 2BR Retreat Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sara H.

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

Cute and cozy!

Very snug little place - a bit off the path in summer but super close to ski hill for winter. We were looking to be in a quiet area and this was great. Very comfy bed, slept great!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen G.

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

Our stay

The location was beautiful. Peaceful and quiet. Very relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shay S.

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

Quaint Place, convenient location

Stayed for the weekend - perfect for the two of us. There are two bedrooms in unit 1, one queen and one bedroom with two bunk beds. Kitchen with stove and microwave and full refrigerator. Small living room area to sit with couch and comfy chair. Outside was nice. Fire pit and an upper deck with gas fire pit. Nice view of the area. Gas grill on site too. Overall clean and cozy. Host was very responsive too. Great for our weeekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stephany R.

A Paws-itively Great Stay in da UP

We had a wonderful weekend stay at the Snow Otter Haus while visiting Copper Peak. The cabin was clean, cozy, and clearly well cared for—with fresh exterior paint and charming, simple decor inside. It’s not a luxury stay, but it has plenty of character and comfort. The bed was great, and our kid loved the private bunk beds. One of the best parts was being able to bring our dog—it really made the place feel like home. The vast wooded area gave our pup some space to explore, and we all enjoyed the peaceful surroundings. The location was ideal—walkable to Big Powderhorn and just a quick drive to Copper Peak. The keyless entry made check-in super easy, and we loved cozying up by the fireplace in the evenings. Just a note: the unit has an upstairs rental, and while the guests above us were very quiet and respectful, we could still hear them from time to time. So if you’re looking for total silence, this might not be the place—but if you appreciate a good value and don’t mind being gently reminded that other humans exist, it’s a great stay. We’d definitely return for another relaxing, pet-friendly getaway!
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Douglas H.

Great SXS Trip!

It was a great place to call home for the week!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Beth O.

Great Location/Cozy Spot!

This place is very cozy, clean and well stocked. They were super easy to work with and everything went very smooth. Will be staying here again for sure!
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Danny B.

Excellant

We really enjoyed our stay. The cabin was everything we expected. Very relaxing and the host could not have been more accommodating.

8/10 Good

Jennifer K.

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

Ski trip

It was a nice cozy property close to Big Powderhorn.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall stay was nice and conveniently located super close to swimming in Lake Superior and a lot of hiking trails. Only suggestion for improvement I had was maybe making it super clear in listing that this is a split unit with an upstairs unit and downstairs. So if looking for something more secluded then maybe look elsewhere. But the other side to that is this being the perfect place for 2 families/friend groups to book at the same time as there is a staircase that conveniently leads to both units.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Doug D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This isn't really a whole house stay. There is an upper and a lower unit, each rented separately. The neighbors in the upper unit were noisy though I suspect they weren't actually very loud, just thin floors. The lower unit also does not have AC despite being listed with that feature. It was warm (early July) when we were there, and the basement kept the lower unit fairly cool, but still left us a little less than comfortable. The windows were inoperable - either missing handles or would not turn. Our upstairs neighbors didn't handle trash well and animals got to it, leaving a mess that we felt obligated to clean up. No coffee table/kitchen table. Bathroom very small. Very nice that coffee and some basic cooking items were supplied. All together our stay was fine, but we both felt that it was not worth it for the price we paid.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Was a nice stay.

Extremely nice, many comforts of home. Would stay here again.