The fireplace in the North Star suite of the Hazelnut Inn is quite unlike any other. While we first considered a real, working fireplace, practicality won the day as a functioning fireplace would have made it impossible to regulate the temperature inside the 600-square-foot multi-levelled space. So it is now for ambiance and effect only. A flickering bulb inside will create the proper glow through the decorative face. The heavy steel facade is real and is hand-hammered to the complex shape. Our ears are still ringing months later. :)