The elegant 16-foot Fernweh bell tent at Hawkins Point on Lake Pend Oreille is a dream come true for glamping lake lovers! It's situated on a private beach on shoreline facing south over Idaho's largest lake, just minutes from Sandpoint, Idaho. Includes access to the beach and dock, beach shelter, a fire pit and campwood, outdoor shower and sink, and other amenities, including an outdoor hot tub. New in 2023, the Fernweh model replaces the Stella Stargazer bell tent. New photos coming soon!

The space
Imagine a private beach on Idaho's largest lake with spectacular views of water, islands and mountains, where you can sleep in a LiT Fernweh bell tent next to the water and watch the day unfold. The bell tent is waterproof and bugproof, a big improvement over the former tipi! The tent is glammed up with luxurious bedding and fun furnishings in a Boho style with lots of color and panache!

Stay right on the water and have access to all the amenities of a family-owned beach: a dock, fire pit, barbecue grill, horseshoe pit, concrete boat ramp suitable for paddlecraft, a table that converts to two benches, beach shelter, hammock, outdoor shower and sink, and more. We even supply wood for the fire pit!

Down at the beach, guests are provided with a small fridge, a clean, well-kept porta-potty, and outdoor shower and sink with an on-demand propane water heater. The large wooden fence blocks off the beach from Sunnyside Road, adding to the privacy of this special spot. The lake is at your doorstep in this special spot on Lake Pend Oreille!

Hawkins Point is the farthest point on the Sunnyside Peninsula, named for the fact that it faces south; it's a gateway to the northern end of the lake and the Pack River Delta. Equipped with a queen-sized bed and two fold-up, roll-away beds, electric lamp/table, and even an electric heater in the colder parts of the season, to give guests a wonderful experience camping on the lake with style. Bell tents are magical spaces that allow you to sleep under the stars and imagine living in simpler times.

A double hammock is hung in the shade for guests to enjoy some lazy time lounging near the water on the east side of the boathouse. And maybe best of all, a fabulous outdoor hot tub is available for soaking under the stars overlooking the lake! The hot tub is found behind the home across the road and is only a two-minute walk from the beach.

The spectacular bell tent accommodates up to four guests. We cannot accommodate large, multi-family groups on the beach. For larger groups, consider renting the house and/or RV site. Extra vehicles may be parked across the road on the host's property. Up to two well-behaved dogs are allowed, but you must tell me about them and agree to follow our rules for pets.

The beach may also be accessed by other guests and family members outside quiet hours. Please be welcoming and friendly!

Guest access
Guests have access to the beach, where there's room to park a vehicle and hang out on the dock, lawn, beach shelter and, of course, in the water! Guests are also welcome to use the hot tub behind the home across the road, a two-minute walk from the beach. Be prepared to cross Sunnyside Road to reach the hot tub. Bell tents guests have exclusive use of the camp kitchen and bathroom on the beach. They have exclusive use of the beach and the rest of the amenities during quiet hours from 9 p.m. to 8 a.m. Outside of quiet hours, other guests or family members have access to the beach, dock and picnic shelter. Be friendly and welcoming. We're one big family at Hawkins Point.

Other things to note
Bell tent guests don't have exclusive use of the beach; they may see family members or other guests outside of quiet hours. During quiet hours from 9 p.m. to 8 a.m., you have the beach all to yourselves. Be friendly and welcoming if you see us or other guests.

The outdoor hot tub is behind the host's home, which is a vacation rental in summer. It may be used by other guests, so expect to alternate usage.

Follow the host's directions! Do not trust your GPS out here in the country.

A porta-potty and outdoor shower are on-site at the beach as well as access to well water and lake water at the hydrants. Luxurious beds and bedding are provided. There's a picnic table that converts to two benches and a few camp chairs, but if you want more comfortable seating, please bring your own.

Please dispose of normal household garbage only in the can provided on the beach. Take large, unwanted items with you to dispose of at home.