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Cozy private island getaway just minutes from Ely

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Sun loungers
Terrace/patio
Interior
Books, stereo
Fridge, stovetop, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 442 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Ely, MN
  • Superior National Forest
    1 min walk
  • Burntside Lake
    6 min drive
  • International Wolf Center
    9 min drive
  • Ely, MN (LYU-Ely Municipal)
    18 min drive

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About the area

Ely

On lake.A stay at this cabin places you within half a mile (1 km) of Superior National Forest and 3 miles (5 km) of Burntside Lake. Dorothy Molter Museum is within 6 miles (10 km) and White Iron Lake is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Burntside Lake - 6 min drive
  • Dorothy Molter Museum - 8 min drive
  • International Wolf Center - 9 min drive
  • North American Bear Center - 12 min drive
  • White Iron Lake - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Hibbing, MN (HIB-Chisholm-Hibbing) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Boathouse Brewpub & Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Silver Rapids Lodge - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Gator's Grilled Cheese Emporium - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬9 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.

Cozy private island getaway just minutes from Ely

This cabin is nestled on a private island in the middle of Shagawa Lake in Ely, MN. from the dock or the sunset spot, you will enjoy expansive views of both sunrises and sunsets coupled with the sounds of waves lapping on the surrounding shores. You will enjoy the simplicity of nature just a short boat ride to downtown Ely and all its attractions. This comfortably furnished and modern cabin has one bedroom with a full bed and an upper loft with two twin beds. The kitchen includes a built in two burner cook top and a propane refrigerator. Equipped with fishing boat with motor, a canoe, a private dock, a gas grill, a state park fire pit, quiet generator or solar power, battery powered shower head and rainwater collection system. Drinking water, bathroom towels, kitchen towels, hot pads, linens, garbage bags and, toilet paper are provided. The cabin has an open format, with blackout curtains and blinds. There is no running water. The bathroom features a compost toilet, and there is a recently built outhouse.

The cabin caretaker will bring you to the cabin upon your arrival. The Grand Ely Lodge provides parking for our guests as well as access to their marina.

Property manager

Neil Sorensen

Languages

English, French, German

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Boat on site
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 450 sq ft (42 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: Unfortunately we do not allow pets on the island.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: For small children, strict supervision required.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mike o.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really enjoyed our stay!
Everything thing was as described! I wish the fishing was better, however in the summer its always hit or miss. Rob the caretaker was great!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Glamping on and Island
We had an excellent time. Perfect setup for a family of 4. Just a short ride to town and Grand Ely Lodge made it a perfect balance of seclusion, while still being able to enjoy a dinner out. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ely fishing trip
Wonderful location and accommodations unfortunately the lake was about 5 foot higher than normal
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family trip
The cabin is situated with no other cabins in view. Beautifully decorated Minnesota Cabin thats extremely functional. The boat was perfect for this lake even with high winds you can easily get around. The wildlife on the island made the trip. We cant wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Very nice cabin and super location. Got lucky with the Northern lights and beautiful weather. Bed is comphy. It's as described with being "off grid" but it certainly isn't roughing it. Its luxury camping for sure. Kitchen is well equipped and we did most meals over a week on site. Lake had significant algae while we were there. Miners lake close by was great for a dip.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic island
My husband and I booked over Labor Day weekend through the week. The cabin and little island were just perfect! I love the way Neil has carved out little areas to capture all the beauty surrounding you in Shagawa. The hammock area for reading or napping! The sunset sitting spot (perfect to share some wine and star gaze)! The fire pit area to host a small gathering of family to toast marshmallows and eat chili!! Perfection! The cabin is well appointed and cozy. We were very comfortable thru some wild weather and temperature swings! The provided boat allowed us easy access to Ely and all the fun there too! Couldn’t be more pleased! Also, caretakers Rob and Lee were friendly, responsive to questions and super helpful. FIVE sparkly stars!! Thank you!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loon Island Getaway
The property is exactly as described. We were looking for a boundary waters "light" experience as we are getting a little older and struggle with the full wilderness adventure. This cabin fit the bill perfectly. We enjoyed how fully stocked and appropriated the cabin was for being off the grid. We were able to cook numerous delicious meals. There was plenty of water, TP, paper towels, bedding and towels. We used the provided boat daily as we went fishing and into Ely for a fun day. We hooked up the trolling motor to help maneuver the boat while fishing. Overall, it was a very relaxing week on Loon Island. If you are looking for an off the grid experience, this place is for you. But you can still turn on the lights for a while and make some toast!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ricky B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice family retreat!
My family and I had an absolute blast! We stayed for 4 nights. The cabin is quaint and cozy and the electricity is also nice for modern conveniences when you have kids. We had one cold rainy day so it was nice to head in and explore Ely and went to the Bear Museum.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

marcy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So peaceful. The cabin was perfect had everything we needed. Listening to the loons everyday made my summer complete. Getting to and from the island is very easy we ate at the lodge food was very good . Had my first old fashioned. The staff at the lodge were very helpful and friendly. We hopefully can get back someday.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vadim A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place and very good host
We stayed for 5 days. It’s a beautiful island with a cozy house. Host was attentive and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful getaway!!
Everything was wonderful again this trip. Dave who picks you up is a great guy and willing to answer any questions and help out however he can. The cabin is outfitted with everything you need and the boat is perfect for the lake. Thanks again! And we’ll be back for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway!
We really enjoyed our time on Loon Island. The cabin was spectacular as was the quality of our stay. We enjoyed fishing with the provided motorboat and enjoyed a few walleye dinners. We left feeling restored and reset. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Anniversary Getaway
Such gracious hosts! Thank you for the celebratory treats upon arrival 😊 So thoughtful and lovely. My husband and I loved getting to experience island living and off-grid simple living. Looking forward to our next stay! Thank you thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pavil C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great off grid way to enjoy the outdoors of ELY
Great vacation with great fishing in the boundary waters (we had 3 amazing fishing days with Mike Stark with Ely fishing co). Only thing that could be a touch better would be a slightly bigger motor boat (was a bit small when all 4 of us were in it). Great host
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette C.

Liked: Cleanliness
fun
fun, very clean. hope to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Douglas B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Best glamping experience you can ask for.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical Experience!
Just had the most amazing week in Ely! We came for a Daddy Daughter Wilderness trip and wanted to have an experience that was unique yet comfortable for us. Our stay on Loon Island checked all the boxes and more. Prior to the trip our amazing hosts Neil and Dave, the caretaker, were attentive and exceptionally informative which took so much stress out of planning. They really thought of everything! The cabin is such a gem, what sold me was the comfort of a building but the remoteness of being on the island (although we were only a short 10 minute boat ride from shore). The accommodations were top notch and we slept better than we have in at least weeks! Despite the lack of running water (being on an island of course) Dave and Neil provided everything we needed for drinking, doing dishes and even taking a pretty good shower! We were able to cook most of our meals over the campfire and made some meals inside on the stove as well. The island was a little paradise, we were there early enough in the season to miss the bugs and the crowds and we enjoyed watching all of the birds on the island. And of course, hearing the loons at night! Overall, we had a fun and truly magical week of memories and a big part of that was our stay on Loon Island. I cannot recommend this place enough or the hospitality and knowledge of Neil and Dave. Next time we're up in Ely (which I hope is soon) we're definitely staying at Loon Island again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gregory D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Second excellent trip!
Guys trip this time. Last time was my wife and I. Cabin was still beautiful and has everything you need. The new motor on the boat and the outhouse were a great addition. After just canoeing the boundary waters it is really convenient to run into town if need be. We changed our dates to add a day on each end and Neil and Dave were very accommodating. Dave was right on time to take us back and forth and is very helpful with everything. We look forward to returning again next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Douglas B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice and quiet
Very clean. Good place to relax and unwind. It's a great "glamping" location!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Mini-Moon location
My husband and I recently got married and wanted a few days to relax, have little human contact, and spend some time outdoors. And this property absolutely delivered. Dave, the caretaker, was super easy to contact and always answered quickly whenever we reached out with questions before our stay. He helped load and unload all of our things as well, which was unnecessary but much appreciated. There was plenty of water provided for our 3 night stay. And even though it was cloudy, we had no issues with using the solar power to charge phones and to have the lights on for a few hours at night. The linens were clean, and the property was well kept. Our only complaint is that the fishing was better around the lake, but we heard everyone was having a hard time so we just enjoyed dinner at the Grand Ely Lodge one night instead of fish. If you’re looking for a place to disconnect, drink coffee in nature (while being close to civilization) and relax. Then this is your place. Definitely going to come back someday.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angelique H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
The cabin is absolutely adorable and well appointed. The location is the best of both worlds - privacy while on the island but within close proximity of town. Also, Dave the caretaker is a gem! Already thinking about next time....
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The definition of off the grid ( but you still have cell service!)
Everyone should experience island privacy, peace and complete quietness once in their lifetime!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S., Maple Grove. Minnesota 55311

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay in Ely MN
Enjoyed serenity and family time in this well thought out cabin. Everything you need is here. Water is bottled however and must be heated to do the dishes.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette C.

Liked: Cleanliness
worth a return
We loved it so much we already booked again for next summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Wendi R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Everything was great, Dave the caretaker was very nice and helpful. The boat was easy to manage. Unfortunately the kids got bored quickly which necessitated trips to town which was fine with me. Lovely cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021