Beautiful Echo Trail Cabin Near the Boundary Waters

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Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Pet-friendly

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Fireplace

Explore the area

Ely, MN

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Downstairs Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Loft

2 Double Futons and 1 Child Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining

Living area

Exterior

About this property

Come stay in our comfortable Everett Lake home! The home is large, comfortable and located on five acres with over 700 feet of lakeshore.

The cabin has three bedrooms plus a loft, sleeping up to 10. It has two fireplaces, two bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, large deck and great views of Everett Lake.

The home is on the Echo Trail, close to the boundary waters and to Lake Burntside. In the summer, you can canoe across Everett and short portage will take you into Twin Lakes, the Dead River and Lake Burntside. Another portage on the property will take you into beautiful Fenske Lake. There is a beaver damn on the property and other wildlife abounds in the area. Two aluminum canoes provided.

In the winter, the house is well insulated and easy to heat. Take advantage of abundant cross-country skiing and snow-mobiling on the Little Grassy Trail. Listen for wolves and if you are lucky, watch the Northern Lights. We have a Finnish Sauna in the basement. Relax in our traditional cedar sauna before going to bed. If you're brave - run out into the snow!

NOTES:
Everett Lake has a 10 HP limit on motorboats, and we respect our neighbors desire for quiet and privacy. No jetskis, ATVs or large motor boats please! This is a very quiet setting, and these types of motorized vehicles are out of character for the Echo Trail.

WE HAVE TWO RING SECURITY CAMERAS - ONE AT THE REAR DOOR AND ONE ON THE FRONT PORCH.

Keywords: Cabin, lake home, sauna, Echo Trail, Boundary Waters

Property manager

Sean

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

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Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Kids bunk room

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)

Will consider good dogs. No cats please.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No candles or open flames for safety. Also please do not move or rearrange the furniture within the house.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

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 first aid kit

Property Registration Number PS-000304

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 the area's natural beauty can be seen at Superior National Forest and Burntside Lake. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Ely, MN

What's nearby

Burntside Lake - 6 min drive
Dorothy Molter Museum - 17 min drive
International Wolf Center - 18 min drive
North American Bear Center - 21 min drive
White Iron Lake - 26 min drive

Getting around

Hibbing, MN (HIB-Chisholm-Hibbing) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

‪Antlers Lounge - ‬21 min drive
‪Evergreen Restaurant - ‬21 min drive
‪Stony Ridge Resort & Cafe - ‬21 min drive
‪Moose Ridge - ‬16 min drive
‪Kate's Porch - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Echo Trail Cabin Near the Boundary Waters pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Beautiful Echo Trail Cabin Near the Boundary Waters?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Echo Trail Cabin Near the Boundary Waters?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Echo Trail Cabin Near the Boundary Waters located?

This family-friendly Ely cabin is located on a lake, steps from Superior National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Burntside Lake and Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. White Iron Lake and Dorothy Molter Museum are also within 12 miles (20 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Ned P.

26 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great long weekend

Rhis beautiful cabin was just perfect for our long family weekend and an event at a nearby Y camp!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn M.

12 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Edge of the BWCAW Echo Trail

Very nice house with an up to date kitchen. Definitely enjoyed the induction stove as we have in our own home. Plenty of paddling toys. We enjoyed beautiful lake paddle with swans and mergansers. Also enjoyed many beautiful nearby hiking opportunities. Thank you for the booklet of information about local hikes. As huge tennis fans we also enjoyed live tennis on Cable TV!!! What an unexpected treat. Thank you.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

10 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Boundary Waters for beginners

Great place to take day trips to the Boundary Waters! We had a blast.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly H.

3 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Haven in the deep woods

Magical find! Whole and pups stayed in this adorable cabin in the beautiful north woods! Kayaks, canoes, games, trails, close to Ely and a public swimming hole as well as Bear Head Lake State Park. Wolf Center, Bear Center and more! Stars at night are stunning, lake is quiet & beautiful, and cabin has everything you need!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda K.

28 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great week!

This was the second time our family spent a week at this property. It’s spacious, clean, has everything you’d need for a week, and is central to all the great places to explore around the Boundary Waters, whether hiking or paddling. Thanks for a wonderful and memorable week!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angel B.

17 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ely with family.

Pet friendly cabin has lots of space and is well equiped. The kitchen had everthing we needed to prepare meals. The large dining area was great for meals together and playing games. It easily slept 8 adults. The location is convenient to Ely. Wifi wasnt working but Sean was quick to respond.

Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

23 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Echo Trail Cabin

This is our 3rd or 4th rental at this property over the last 10-15 years. As always, it is a great place to stay. Lots of outdoor stuff to do. Jim

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank J.

18 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great lake cabin with room for activities

Great place to get away from it all with ample sleeping space for 8 people. Very pleasant, functional cabin. Access to Everett lake for some cross country skiing. We saw fox tracks, and maybe bobcat.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

paul o.

24 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ely cabin

We loved our stay at this property! It is in a beautiful, peaceful setting. The lake is the perfect size. We enjoyed the kayaks and canoes available to our family, the sauna and Foosball were fun editions. We were able to all have our own bedrooms and we loved the large common areas for relaxation and family fun! The kitchen had all the needed supplies, as well as linens and towels. We appreciated the quick response from the owner of questions we had!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda K.

14 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved our stay here!

We loved our stay at the Echo Trail cabin! The property and cabin was so neat-you get your own private nature trail to the lake. Our first day there we paddled around Everett Lake and took the short portage to Twin lakes. It was beautiful—even if we did get rained on. The location of the cabin puts you right in between Ely and all the other adventures Echo Trail has to offer. The house itself was very roomy and comfortable. Bedding and towels were all clean, and the kitchen was spacious and had everything we needed to eat in the cabin. Now, the house has its character—there are a few quirky things. For us, it all just added to the charm and making the place the feel like a homey, up-north cabin. None of it, however, detracted from a wonderful stay and week. We’ve been doing an annual trip to that area for a decade and hope to be able to stay again.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

24 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ely retreat

Cabin was spacious with great amenities! Downsides are proximity to Echo Trail road and public trail that runs alongside one end of property. We had a group of fisherman drive their boats down to lake one afternoon. Driveway must be shared for public use. Lake is very quiet. I can’t recall if posting mentioned you can’t swim from shoreline. Owner provided paddle boards, kayaks & canoes for paddling & exploring the lake. Cabin would be great to visit in winter when lake is frozen. That said, overall we enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Travis/Kelsey K.

2 Nov 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness

Family Friendly for dogs and toddlers, but not well cleaned

Overall we enjoyed our stay. We had similar experiences to other reviews. The location can't be beat. Close to Ely, multiple lakes, and trails. Quiet lake on the property. We were there in cooler October, but still used the lake. Muddy for swimming, but not our focus. we did not use the AC but was plenty warm when it snowed! Check in was a breeze, and there was a lot of space, especially the main dining area. Communication was smooth. While it is spacious, it is a "cabin." It you are looking for the newest amenities probably not your cup of tea. However, the dishwasher and oven worked just fine. The sauna is great. The upstairs bathroom as others noted is a little strange, but it worked for our family. Agree the upstairs shower is not very functional, but we used the tub (after we cleaned the residue that was present). The bathroom/shower on main floor is functional. Bedding was clean and beds were comfy, but we did have to clean the kitchen counters and vacuum upon arrival (there is one on the property). There were at least 30 dead flies. The area rugs /floors looked like they had not been vacuumed in months. (We have a young toddler). We also had to clean the bathtub as noted. minor things that need repair. There were cleaning supplies and descent vacuum available. Nice fully stocked kitchen and equipment to use for the lake. There are baby gates present, but not up to current safety codes, but were nice to have. The stairwell has large gaps, so we did get creative with blocking with coolers, etc, but we made it work for our crawling 12 month old. I also do not expect the owner to accommodate our exact needs, so it was nice to have. However, depending on your needs, you may need to bring some of your own things. Highchair is standard highchair you would see in a restaurant. we brought our own pack and play, but the one there looked fine. It was also a great place for the dog. Overall, we enjoyed our stay, but the cleaning fee is tacky due to the condition of the cabin upon arrival (Especially because others have commented on this for years when I read the reviews). However, we have a family cabin as well as understand if you do not use the property often this is common for dust, etc. Just seemed weird for a rental, especially with a cleaning fee. Overall this did not have a negative effect on our stay as we were able to accommodate. May consider staying again...but with different expectations. Cleanliness aside, it was a 5 star location

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Matt S.

24 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely fall visit

We had a lovely time on our visit to the Ely area. Lots of fun hikes in the area and the cabin was plenty big to accommodate our family.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam E.

5 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Fishing Spot

Great location for a reunion between old friends. Easy access to the lake and other surrounding lakes. Exactly what we needed for a long weekend.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

27 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We love this place!

We’ve stayed at this cabin multiple times. We love that the lake is very private. The cabin is fully stocked with about everything you will need.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

James S.

20 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Get Together

pros: place was roomy, comfy, as advertised. Loved the dock and canoes! Lots of paddles and a wide range of life jacket sizes. Kitchen was well equipped,big roomy deck, nice grill. Great to have a pack n play, high chair, and gates everywhere! Very nice. Sauna was awesome too! And was super nice to have a washing machine and dryer cons: We saw a mouse, Loud creaky floors upstairs. Upstairs bathroom was odd. You can sit on toilet and watch cars go by! Overall we enjoyed our stay and would recommend this property.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Heather C.

14 Aug 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Very Rustic

There are good things about this cabin and not so great things depending on your expectations. Upon arrival the property looked very rustic with all natural surroundings. No landscaping to speak of, and all the weeds were grown over the drives, paths, etc. When we went inside, it was very warm with no AC. I suspect this isn’t usually a necessity up there, but it happened to be warm that day and several other days we were there. It cooled off enough at night that we were able to get it cool inside. The cabin is not cleaned as we would expect. There were mouse droppings on the counters (which are in very poor condition), in the pantry (which we had to completely clean out), and on the floor. We went back to town and bought mouse traps and that remedied that issue. Both the pantry and fridge had a lot of food in them presumably from previous guests. The light fixtures were full of dead bugs, the kitchen cabinets were falling apart, the decking below is loose and a hazard, the bedroom doors only lock from the outside and don’t fully close. The water pressure has a mind of its own. Sometimes it was decent, other times there was barely enough to brush your teeth. We battled bugs inside because the screens have holes in them. Neither the front or patio doors would lock. Nearly every blind was broken and lopsided and windows are very dirty. There are cobwebs in most corners of the cabin including the kitchen. Floors are very dirty. The upstairs bathroom is odd. There’s no shower curtain and the toilet was hard for the older people in our group to use due to its position and height. It was also a bit disappointing that the only TV was up in the loft. Sometimes we would have liked the option to watch news in the morning on the main level. The basement smells strongly of dog. It was overwhelming to walk down there to use the sauna or laundry. The washing machine has instructions to not use laundry soap as it automatically fills but it was empty so our clothes never smelled clean. No laundry baskets either. The propane tank on the grill was empty. There were random people on the property using the dock. No chairs by fire pit.The sauna is nice, and the lake is beautiful. We enjoyed the canoes and kayaks. The property has potential and is located in a nice area just 15 minutes from Ely. If you’re expectations are for a rustic cabin, this place is for you. We just weren’t prepared for that level of rustic for what we paid.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily J.

31 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Weekend Stay with Great Amenities

Our family stayed for a week and throughly enjoyed our stay. Because our host provided canoes, kayaks, etc. we got to enjoy the lake instead of spending time renting and transporting our own to the property. Neighbors are deeded access to the lake at the property so don't be surprised if someone drops in to put there boat in the lake, but don't worry about privacy. The property is set up so that you still are in your own intimate place in the forest. We hope to be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Jeff H.

28 June 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fishing Trip

Property met expectations! For a base to fish multiple lakes in the area it was ideal.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erwin A.

23 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful cabin on lake Everett

Me and my family love it in Ely and this is our second year in a row renting this wonderful cabin. Fishing and hiking are great and we look forward to coming back in the future

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

William K.

14 Mar 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

This property was absolutely amazing! Our family had an absolute blast. The location is perfect, and if you like to snowmobile you will not find anything better. The trail is literally right out your back door. Only a ten minute drive to Ely, so no problem running for supplies if needed. Again, the location and property are perfect. It was clean, tons of room for sleeping, all the items you'll need from kitchen supplies to towels. Seriously, worth every penny. Amazing! Bill Kelly

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra J.

9 Mar 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice House

Our family had a great time staying at the Echo Trail Cabin. It is right on the snowmobile trails, which by the way were awesome! We will definitely be back next year!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Colleen H.

25 Feb 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient for snowmobilers

Plenty of space in cabin for our group. Parking was a little tricky, but we figured it out. Our group had 5 trucks and 3 enclosed trailers. Nice area and beautiful views.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin Q.

24 Feb 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter getaway

Enjoyed snowshoeing on the lake and in woods across road. Cross country skied at public trails a few miles down the road and rode the snowmobile trails in both directions. Light, fluffy snow was perfect for a "bath" while enjoying the sauna. Nice location for winter activities we enjoy. Lots of room to gather for games and meals as well as space if someone wanted alone time. We didn't locate any information on the fire place or wood stove operations. That would have been helpful mainly for peace of mind.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Robert M.

16 Feb 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Echo Trail home.

Two friends and I stayed in this log home last week and skied several of the Nordic ski trails in the area. The location was quite convenient to many of these ski trails. The house was well-appointed, and the kitchen had all of the necessary items for us to cook our own meals. There was a nice lounge area with several couches and a TV for relaxing after skiing. As a bonus, there was a fine sauna on the lowest level. The beds were comfortable, and the setting was beautiful and quiet. My only negative comment was that although clean, the house could do with a deep cleaning, especially in the kitchen cabinets. Overall, it was very comfortable, and we would stay here again.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

About the host

Hosted by Sean

Sean and Joselyn met in the Bay Area, but soon after getting married, Sean managed to drag Joselyn back to his native Minnesota. As a Californian, she was skeptical at first, but fell in love with the North Woods after her first dogsledding adventure. Today they live in Minneapolis with their three wonderful kids, but get up North every chance they get.

Why they chose this property

Joselyn and I found ourselves returning to Ely again and again, mostly the YMCA Camp DuNord. Over the years, we started to look at properties, including another one on Everett Lake but could never find anything that was just right. Ironically, we had noticed our cabin a number of times as we drove the Echo Trail, commenting on how nice it looked. Then one day in June 2006, I was browsing the Bear Island Land Co. website and found this place for sale. Joselyn was out of town, so I called the realtor, packed his camping gear and drove up an hour later. I made an offer the next day. We haven't regretted it for a moment, and can't believe our luck to own such a place.