About Pointavu

Nestled on the picturesque coast of Lake Superior among mature trees just outside the town of Tofte, Minnesota you will find Pointavu.

This large vacation rental home offers a spacious retreat from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Bring the whole family or a group of friends to enjoy a restful and relaxing weekend, or come for a wonderful North Shore adventure. Enjoy spectacular views and waterfront from this well-designed home featuring two bedrooms and a spacious sleeping loft for a total of five queen beds.

This home also has three bathrooms and a large great room, featuring a two-story fireplace and a large dining room table. One of the best features of this home is the expansive lake-facing deck that has plenty of seating for everyone to be able to enjoy the sights and sounds of Lake Superior. The new Gitchee Gami Bicycle Trail goes right past the house along the highway.

This Home is Pet Friendly! Pets are welcome in this home with an additional fee. There is a 2 pet maximum.

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Bedrooms/Bed Sizes/Location

• Bedroom 1 - Queen Bed and Jetted Tub - Main Level
• Bedroom 2 - Two Queen Beds - Main Level
• Loft - Two Queen Beds - No Door

Bathrooms/Location

• Bedroom 1 - Shower - Main Level Attached to Bedroom 1
• Bedroom 2 - Shower/Tub
• Bedroom 3 - Shower - Loft Attached to Loft Bedroom

Accessibility Information

• The parking area is not paved and is mostly compact dirt/gravel.
• There is a cobblestone walkway with a railing that leads to the main entrance and deck entrance.
• Guests can access the home through the main door, the side deck door, and the side bedroom suite door with just a small lip at each entrance, no stairs.
• Most of the home is on one level, only the loft bedroom and bathroom require stairs to access.
• The large, open layout in the kitchen and living room should be accessible to most. 
• The bedrooms are large enough that at least one side of each bed should be accessible.
• The master bathroom has a narrow walk-in shower with a small lip and no shower seat.
• The guest bathroom on the main level has two plastic support bars on the lower part of the jetted tub and a plastic towel bar at check height (see photos).
• The deck is accessible, spacious, and has a guard rail.
• The shoreline area of the home is accessible by a thin, gently sloping dirt bath that may be difficult to access.

If you have questions about accessibility please call us at (833) 834-0631 and we will be happy to investigate other concerns you may have.

Area Information

Pointavu on Lake Superior is located in Tofte within walking distance of a grocery store, liquor store, gift shop, and a delightful cafe that serves yummy homemade goodies. The Gitchee Gami Bicycle Trail goes right past the house along the highway, and is great for a casual bike ride or walk. Here you are just minutes from Lutsen Mountains, the Northlands premiere winter ski resort. Visit in the summer to enjoy the alpine slide and sight-seeing gondola that takes you right up to the summit of Moose Mountain- a must-do during leaf change season in the fall!

At Pointavu on Lake Superior, you are surrounded by miles of hiking trails, including the Superior Hiking Trail, and numerous state parks. Enjoy enchanting waterfalls and hikes up to gorgeous peaks where the panoramic views of Lake Superior are sure to impress. Whatever season you visit the North Shore, you are sure to find plenty to do! Of course, you can always choose to just come and relax and let your worries wash away at Pointavu.