Charming Lakeside Cabin on Bear Island Lake W/Dock, WiFi, Firepit & Much More!

Ely, Minnesota
$399 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cabin

Property Type

Sleep 7

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Located on Bear Island Lake and nestled in the serene woodlands of Northern Minnesota, this cozy 3- bedroom, 1 bathroom family cabin is just 15 minutes from Ely, MN — a charming town and entry point to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area. Open year-round, this cabin offers all you need to unwind and reconnect with nature.

Upon entering the cabin, you are greeted by lake views from the large windows in the main area. This space combines living room, dining room and kitchen. The large stone fireplace in the living room is great for cozying up in the evenings, playing games, or reading a good book. The dining room offers a large table with seating for six. The well-equipped kitchen has all the essentials for preparing home-cooked meals, and the private well supplies ample clean, cold water from a depth of 365 feet.

With three bedrooms—one in the main level with two twin beds and two upstairs (one with a queen bed and another with three twin beds)—plus a full bathroom on the main level with a tub/shower combo, this cabin accommodates families or groups with ease.

This northwest-facing property boasts beautiful sunsets over the lake, an excellent view of the Northern Lights, a sandy area for swimming and water sports, as well as a dock to moor your boat (boat not provided with rental). There is a firepit and a picnic table by the lake that are perfect for that get-together bonfire! Bring your fishing gear to catch northern and walleyed pike, bass, sunfish (bluegills) and crappies. In the winter, enjoy local cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, dog-sledding, ice fishing, and more.

This cabin is ready to be your family’s home base for outdoor adventure and peaceful relaxation. We look forward to hosting you for a memorable stay!

Once a Reservation is made Guest will receive our standard Rental Agreement, this will need to be reviewed, signed and sent back to us.

The house is pet friendly, please inquire first about bringing your pet.

Please note that given the remote location of this cabin, the internet service can on occasion go in and out.

Dock is only available when weather permits, typically from mid-May through October. Please inquire for availability.

During November to April we offer special monthly rental rates, please inquire.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    1 Total (up To 50 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 950 Sq Ft (88 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee Grinder Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Near Laundromat
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English Spanish
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Boat On Site Ecotours Nearby Fishing Nearby Hiking Nearby Kayaking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Sledding Nearby Swimming Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player Games Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Hospital On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 7

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Patrick S.

    Submitted Sep 22, 2025

    Stayed Sep 17, 2025

    first I had thought I mentioned two boats,docking for only one,dead mouse in trap under backside of couch,HUGE spider on front window still,no trailer parking space,but clean house n bedding and adequate sleep space,location on lake,and fit our serious fishing needs.

  • Mary C.

    Submitted Aug 31, 2025

    Stayed Aug 16, 2025

    The cabin itself was wonderful.Cozy but spacious for our group of 6.Beds were great and comfy.There were very nice towels and linens.And kitchen was very very well stocked!The bathroom had one of the best hot showers we have ever had in a VRBO. We also really loved the stone fireplace lit while having our coffee in the morning and the furnace was perfect for two very cold mornings we had in our two weeks. And of course the sunset viewing perspective was stunning.We were sad the canoes were locked.We would suggest maybe having one available for guests.We had brought our kayaks but maybe a few could be bought for guests with a note they bring their own life jackets.We have been up in Ely for close to 40 years and this was the first time the property next to ours was so unfriendly feeling and cluttered with too many KEEP OUT Signs. Spotlights on their garage pointing into our windows.This of course is not controllable by the owners and once we got used to it we just looked the other way.The cabin was so lovely and well tended we would certainly rent again.PSWe were all impressed with the game cabinet.So many!My 7 year old grandson taught me how to play Battleship!A fun time.

  • Dayton & Amy H.

    Submitted Jun 24, 2025

    Stayed Jun 7, 2025

    Great stay for our Northwoods getaway! This cabin was ideally located for our annual trip of 6 extended family members. The kitchen was well equipped for cooking and the adjacent dining area was great for our meals together; sleeping accommodations were great with ample and comfortable beds; and the sitting area with fireplace was equally comfortable to enjoy the beautiful view to the lake. Also, the dock worked well for our fishing boats and electricity was close for their batteries. Communications and guest support before and during our stay was also excellent. Thanks for a great week!

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$399+
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