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Modern Log Cabin - Ely - Lakeshore

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Exterior
4 bedrooms, desk, travel cot, free WiFi
Interior
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 17272 sq m

Explore the area

Map
Ely, MN
  • Popular LocationInternational Wolf Center4 min drive
  • Popular LocationNorth American Bear Center5 min drive
  • Popular LocationBurntside Lake7 min drive
  • AirportEly, MN (LYU-Ely Municipal)13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Modern Log Cabin - Ely - Lakeshore

Cozy up by the gas fireplace, pick a book to read or game to play from the stocked bookshelf or grab a cup of coffee and relax in the rocking chairs on the lakeside porch. Located on Shagawa Lake, near the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. Here you are sure to experience all the year-round fun Northern Minnesota has to offer when you book this spacious, modern, log, lakefront cabin in Ely, Minnesota. Named ”Northern Exposure Cabin”because the cabin is perfectly situated for stargazing and Northern Lights sightings. A great fit for large groups (2932 sq ft), friends, multiple families or generations – comfortably sleeps seventeen people.
The Property
Located on Shagawa Lake (known for great Walleye fishing) with 238 feet of private shoreline in Ely proper, this full log family cabin is perfect for hosting family & friends. Designed to be used all year around, the cabin is a great escape in the winter for those who like to ice fish, cross-country ski, snowshoe, snow mobile, dog sled, read books and/or play board games. In the warmer seasons, the day's adventures can be a mix of hiking, paddling, swimming, biking, fishing, 4-wheeling, picking berries and exploring the town. Anytime of the year you can begin or end your day with a traditional sauna experience! This is the perfect place to call your home away from home.
Walkable to Ely | The four mile long Trezona Trail Loop is out the front door
WiFi | Smart TV’s | Full Chef’s Kitchen {6 burner gas range}
Bedroom 1: King Bed with ¾ bathroom
Bedroom 2: Queen Bed
Bedroom 3: Queen Bed & Twin Bunk Beds
Bedroom 4: 2 Twin Bunk Beds & 1 Twin over Full Bunk Bed
Loft: Pullout Queen couch
INDOOR LIVING: 2 Smart TVs, dining table for eight, island seating for four, remote workspace, high-end furnishings, vaulted grand room, three indoor cozy spaces (main living area, loft above kitchen & kids loft area), ceiling fans throughout.
KITCHEN: Gourmet kitchen space with a large island that seats four. Six burner gas range, dishwasher, disposal, fully equipped chef’s kitchen: drip coffee maker, coffee grinder, toaster, spices, blender, Crock-Pot, Cuisinart, blender & air popcorn popper.
OUTDOOR AREA: Screened in lakeside porch with rocking chairs, cedar wood burning sauna, fire pit, two kayaks, paddle board, canoe, handful of snowshoes (various sizes adult and kid), grill, large yard for bean bags & lounge furniture
GENERAL: In-floor radiant heat, linens, towels, shampoo/conditioner/body wash & hair dryer
PARKING: room for 5 cars

Property manager

Marcus & Abby Andrusko

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee grinder

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table football
  • Games room
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Video library
  • Stereo
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Boat on site
  • Foosball table on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Water sports equipment on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2932 sq ft (272 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 17
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 40888-58982

About the area

Ely

Located in Ely, this cabin is on a lake. Dorothy Molter Museum and Soudan Underground Mine State Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and Secret Blackstone Trailhead. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Dorothy Molter Museum - 4 min drive
  • International Wolf Center - 4 min drive
  • North American Bear Center - 5 min drive
  • Burntside Lake - 7 min drive
  • White Iron Lake - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Silver Rapids Lodge - 9 min drive
  • Boathouse Brewpub & Restaurant - 3 min drive
  • Dairy Queen - 5 min drive
  • Subway - 5 min drive
  • Insula - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern Log Cabin - Ely - Lakeshore pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Modern Log Cabin - Ely - Lakeshore?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modern Log Cabin - Ely - Lakeshore?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Modern Log Cabin - Ely - Lakeshore located?

This family-friendly Ely cabin is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Superior National Forest and Dorothy Molter Museum. Burntside Lake and White Iron Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ken K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic Retreat
Marcus and Abby Andrusko's "Northern Exposure Cabin" provided the ideal destination for our reunion of longtime friends. There were so many things about the experience that stood out to my friends and me. For starters, Marcus and Abby's attention to detail is impeccable. From the airy, yet cozy, design of the cabin to the the incredibly tasteful decor, the home was fit for a magazine. While our group prepared most of our meals in advance, we were taken by Northern Exposure's kitchen offerings. The cabin had just about anything one could want to prepare any meal. What's more, the knives were numerous AND sharp! The abundance of high-quality flatware, glassware, plates and bowls are ideal for a large group. From the foosball table to the Pac-Man, from the broad movie offerings to the many puzzles and from the loft's gaming table to the inviting sauna, if bad weather finds you stuck inside for a spell, there is no shortage of fun things to keep one busy. While most of our group has spent a lot of time in Ely, Marcus and Abby's Ely information booklet was remarkably thorough and exhaustive. Book the place, and you'll see - the hosts are ALL about the details! The cabin is within walking distance to Ely, yet distant enough to make one feel like they are far removed from the cares of the world. There were a few occasions on which I needed to communicate with the hosts. I am very grateful for the swift and thoughtful responses I received. I would highly recommend Northern Exposure!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
Everything about our stay was positively perfect! Very responsive to our needs if we had questions, beds were extremely comfortable. The home is absolutely gorgeous and every amenity is available you want for nothing. Would stay here again in a heartbeat, we had a fantastic time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dale L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Timber Frame House w/ Modern Conveniences
The house was very well equipped and has a lot of character, decorated with Ely and BWCA history and antiquities. Well thought out.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving Family Getaway
The house was absolutely beautiful as pictured. We loved everything about it - the spacious living room, sauna, and game room! We especially loved playing game after game of Pac-Man and utilizing the upstairs large table to work on a Christmas puzzle. We enjoyed the sunset views over the water while we sat around the bonfire. The location was great for us. We enjoyed being close to town to grab coffee in the morning and to check out the shops. We experienced some trouble with the oven the night before Thanksgiving, but Marcus was quick to respond and sent a maintenance guy over right away to help. He checked in and made sure our stay was going well. We really appreciated their care and communication. We hope to come back to enjoy all of the wonderful amenities again. I will be recommending this place to all my friends who plan to visit the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
Beautiful lake home situated in a beautiful setting on the lake!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect House for family gathering!
We rented this home for our daughter’s wedding weekend in Ely. We have a tiny cabin and in the area and needed a larger place to accommodate our large family and this house was perfect! We had 12 people total and were a central gathering place for many out of town and local family and friends. The house was immaculate- seriously the cleanest house any of us have rented. The kitchen was well stocked, the beds were comfortable and bedrooms were out of the way and private. There were plenty of spaces for people to get away from the group and plenty of space for us to gather with everyone. The screen porch was perfect for morning coffee. No mosquitos because of our late September stay! We enjoyed the Sauna AND our swims afterwards. Location is great and close to town; if you want to walk to breakfast the Grand Ely Lodge is 1/4 mile away on the bike trail. Ely is a second home for us but if you are new to the area the owners have a well written book with local hot spots and trails listed, plus everything you need to know about the property. The only downfall- which isn’t even an issue- is that the neighbors seem to be intolerant of noise- our grandchildren are 3-5 and their outside noisy play elicited a noise complaint from the neighbors, nevertheless the owners contacted us and were understanding- they just asked us to try to turn it down a notch, which we did.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara C.

Liked: Cleanliness
50th Anniversary success!
We rented the cabin to celebrate my parent's 50th wedding anniversary. During our childhood my parents took us on canoe trips into the boundary waters. These hardcore trips are core memories for us. Therefore, to celebrate 50 years we wanted to recreate the memories without all of the hardship. Staying at this beautiful cabin was perfection. We got the smells, sights and feels of the boundary waters but with luxury instead of misery. It makes me wonder why my parents ever did it any other way...oh wait, I know, it built character. Thanks Ma & Pa we love you. We also love the cabin and hope to get rent it out again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home with plenty of space, inside and out!
Our extended family of 16 (ages 66-1 year) just returned from a stay at this beautiful property. We had a wonderful time! Home: the home is spacious and we never felt crowded. It was equipped with everything we needed to cook all of our meals. The pack n play and high chair were a bonus! Plenty of towels, which is always nice. We spent most of our nights in the screened in porch (darn fire ban and heat), but it was perfect. The decor in the house was so much fun, even our kids commented on it. Very well done. There is no AC, but even on the 91 degree day, the house stayed cool. It’s very shade and has a wonderful breeze off of the lake. Outdoors: beautiful, spacious lot. Our kids spent nearly all day on the beach. The house was stocked with many outdoor toys; we especially loved the kayaks, SUP, and bags. A bonus was the many life jackets provided! We enjoyed boating on the lake and even went to nearby Burntside lake, which was beautiful as well. Location: You can’t beat this location in the Ey area. The house is a short car ride to town or even a short 8-10 min bike ride to town. We loved having the bike trail right across the street. Host: Marcus was more than accommodating and could not have been a better host. He responded to all inquiries in a timely manner and provided detailed information on the house that we appreciated! Check in check out was some of the easiest we’ve dealt with.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Couldn’t have been better
What a beautiful cabin. We couldn’t have asked for more. Hosts were helpful and welcoming. My only regret is that I didn’t get a chance to try out the sauna. Next time. Thanks so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Faythe S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Boundary Waters family trip
Excellent home for our family vacation. Would come again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023