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Tamarack Shack & Tipi

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· Division No. 1, Manitoba

160 acres hosted by Janice D.

4 lodging sites

Best in Manitoba: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at some sites.

Private sites

100% of recent Hipcampers say the sites felt private.

We are a small Eco Resort in Sandilands Provincial Forest. All 4 cabins are solar, and off grid. Just 3 min for Woodridge, and set on the western border of the Sandilands provincial Forest. It's a cottage community and sees a steady influx of visitors. There are groomed snowmobile trails, cross country ski trails, as well as a ATVing, and hunting in the area. SANDILANDS PROVINCIAL FOREST: The soil is still a reminder of the ancient beaches, but is now covered with a rich forest of mixed hardwoods and majestic pine. The high sand ridges of the Sandilands area, known as Bedford Hills and Cypress Mountains, are the second highest point of elevation in Manitoba. Additionally you will have access to all the shared amenities of the eco-resort including a wood-fired barrel sauna (all year), outdoor shower (in the summer) As well as the Organic swimming pool. There are 3 other unique rents on the property Fire pit firewood can be bought $20 for a wagon (Woodstove wood is provide). You can also buy hand made Metis art. (all money goes to the artisan) We also buy décor and blankets from Metis, and aboriginal company's in Canada.

Activities

Biking

Hiking

Snow sports

Swimming

Natural features

Forest

Swimming hole

Field

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7 ratings · 6 reviews

Nicholas S.recommends

July 14, 2024

Birch A-Frame

The A frame cabin was wonderful! We had an amazing weekend and loved the atmosphere. The host was easy to reach and answered any questions we had. We would love to come again!

The R.recommends

August 10, 2023

Birch A-Frame

The place where we stayed was beautiful! The place had plenty of ventilation due to being able to open one of the walls and you had a perfect view of the night sky. Janice included plenty of water, firewood, utensils propane and linens. The pond itself didnt disappoint either, my favorite part being little turtles that we tried to catch. Being in the woods, there were a fair amount of bugs, but the cabin itself was well sealed and no insects were able to get in. We will definately be coming by again next year!

Brittany T.recommends

July 5, 2023

Birch A-Frame

This was my second time staying at this cabin and it was another wonderful time. The cabin has cute decor and the bed and pillows are super comfortable. I liked the screen that can be opened along one of the clear panels. The cabin was very hot during the daytime but it was nice to have relief at the natural swimming pool! I spent a lot of time lounging in the sun and feeling refreshed in the water. I also enjoyed the outdoor shower. The cabin had an outdoor cooking area with a propane camp stove, dishes, cookware and two jugs of potable water to use for drinking or dishes. It was enjoyable to be able to cook outside and eat at the picnic table. Dan and Janice have created a beautiful oasis in a peaceful setting and they are great hosts.

Sandra S.recommends

September 26, 2022

Birch A-Frame

A simple, special getaway.

I appreciated the quaint outdoor kitchen and the indoor little wood fire stove. I was fascinated with the view of the starlite sky from the bed. I even saw a firefly. Thanks for sharing your special oasis with the public. Oh, yes, the main feature - the sauna and the organic outdoor pool.

Brittany T.recommends

August 12, 2022

Birch A-Frame

Eco-Friendly Retreat in the Woods!

I had a wonderful experience staying for two nights at this cabin! The cabin was small and cozy and had cute decor and thoughtful touches. The tiny wood stove was cool and added some warmth in the evening. The bed and pillows were super comfortable. Inside the cabin, there was a USB plug in for your phone, lights, candles and a fan. There was an outdoor kitchen with sink, potable water, stove, cooking utensils, picnic table and tinder/paper/wood for the fire pit or wood stove. Just a short walk from the cabin, there was an outhouse with solar powered light (which was great for visits after dark). The mosquitoes got pretty bad in the evenings so make sure to bring some coils or a thermacell. My favourite part of my stay was enjoying the sauna and natural swimming pool/pond. The sauna was wood fired and it didn’t take long to heat up. I liked pouring water over the rocks to get the sauna super steamy! The pond had a plastic liner on the edge and at the bottom, so it wasn’t weedy at all. The water was cool and clear and very refreshing especially after a sauna and a warm day of exploring. It was pretty deep near the dock and the middle of the pond (7 feet or so). There were lounge chairs around the pond as well to soak up the sun. Next to the sauna was an outdoor shower (which I didn’t end up using, but it looked great). The setting next to the woods was super peaceful and relaxing. It felt like a retreat away from the busyness of life. Would absolutely recommend!

Jake W.recommends

February 2, 2022

Tamarack Shack

Excellent little shack, so cozy. Trails were great and the sauna super. Janice was very helpful. Loved it!

Location

Division No. 1, Manitoba, CanadaTraditional, ancestral territory of Anishinabewaki ᐊᓂᔑᓈᐯᐗᑭ, Očhéthi Šakówiŋ, and Michif Piyii (Métis) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking