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Bayview Fireside Cabin *Pontoon Rental Available*

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Tower, Minnesota
  • Lake Vermilion
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Fortune Bay Casino
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Soudan Underground Mine State Park
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Ely, MN (LYU-Ely Municipal)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Bayview Fireside Cabin *Pontoon Rental Available*

Summary:
Escape the city and indulge in fishing, boating, snowmobiling, or pure relaxation at our Northwoods cabin on Lake Vermilion. Kids will adore the spacious yard for soccer and baseball, while an adjacent trail caters to ATV, snowmobile, and walking adventures throughout the region.

We have a 21' Bennington available for rent to guests of our cabin at $200 per day. Please reach out after booking if you are interested.

The Space:
This north-woods cabin was built in '54 and has seen many updates over the years. The original knotty pine floors and ceiling are still just as warm feeling today as they were when it was built. A large living room where you will also find a 42" TV with Netflix, Youtube TV (ESPN, Fox Sports, NBC, etc), and a huge movie collection. In the kitchen you'll find everything you need for cooking, including coffee maker, pots, pans, utensils, dishes, and a grill..

Guest Access:
Guests have the entire cabin to themselves. There is a private fire pit, deck, and grill. In addition there are three shared 60' docks and a community firepit by the water.

Other Things to Note:
This cabin is one of three on our property and Bayview Lodge is located to the East of our property. During summer months there is an outdoor bar at Bayview Lodge and despite the large fence it is something that you can generally hear when outdoors. They are great neighbors and shut things down by 10 pm but if you don't want to hear or see other people this property is not for you.

Interaction with Guests:
We live in our home on the same property. If you need anything we will be available but understand most people come up here to escape.

Property manager

Petersons and Naabs
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Free
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Well behaved dogs are welcome but they must be under the owners control at all times. For some dogs that may require them being on a leash and for ...

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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
This property accepts cash
Parties and events are allowed on site
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

About the area

Tower

Tower is home to this cabin. Timbuktu Marina and Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Soudan Underground Mine State Park and Lake Vermilion State Park.
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Tower, Minnesota

What's nearby

  • Lake Vermilion - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Fortune Bay Casino - 13 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Lake Vermilion State Park - 19 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Soudan Underground Mine State Park - 20 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Bear Head Lake State Park - 42 min drive - 37.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Vermilion Club - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Steakhouse At Fortune Bay - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Good Ol' Days Bar & Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Poor Gary's Pizza At The Vermilion Club - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sulu's Expresso Cafe - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bayview Fireside Cabin *Pontoon Rental Available* pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bayview Fireside Cabin *Pontoon Rental Available*?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bayview Fireside Cabin *Pontoon Rental Available*?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Bayview Fireside Cabin *Pontoon Rental Available* located?

Situated in Tower, this cabin is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Lake Vermilion and within 9 miles (15 km) of Fortune Bay Casino and Portage Bay. Taconic State Trail and Soudan Underground Mine State Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 38 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 38 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cozy cabin with great view of lake Vermillion. Denise and Roy are awesome hosts and make every effort to insure you have what you need to enjoy your stay. We sure did!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean L.

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

Great place to stay on Vermillion

My group and I stayed here for a fishing tournament on Vermillion. The hosts were friendly, helpful and accommodating. They even joined us by the fire one night. Great location too!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jody H.

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

Excellent location and hospitality

Loved sitting on the deck watching the sunsets.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Comfortable living space,bedrooms and dinning room with beautiful views! Cozy and warm.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

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

Awesome Surprise After A Long Drive

You really never know what to expect. After a 12 hr drive, this cabin was perfect! We are retired & travel with our 2 yr old Newfoundland. Location was beautiful & the lake made a tranquil setting. Having a dog friendly restaurant in walking distance was super convenient. We’ve been coming up to the Iron Range for years. I feel, we finally found our little house that we can call home when we return. Thank you SO much for stellar hospitality! Dan, Lenette, & Loki
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula C.

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

Family getaway

It had everything. The owners were great. It had an awesome water access with water activities. It was walking distance from a bar restaurant. It had several fire pits for getting to know some of the other guests and a large grassy area to play yard games. We really enjoyed our stay and definitely would consider staying there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorrie P.

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

Family getaway

We had a very enjoyable stay! The hosts Ron and Denise could not have been kinder. They answered all questions and went above and beyond to make sure our trip was hassle free. The cabin had everything we needed and along with the close proximity to a boat launch we were able to fish to our hearts content. We definitely will be back along with our doggies who also loved it there! Lorrie P
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W., New Orleans, LA

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

Cozy quiet cabin

This small cabin was perfect for me, my wife and our Labradors. We traveled to Ely almost daily for various adventures, rented a snowmobile a few miles away, exercised our dogs on the frozen lake and enjoyed our evenings with a fire. It is what I would call a camp but that suits me just fine. The hosts are available next door if you need them. Everything worked and was clean. I would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kassandra D., Rochester,MN

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

Snowmobile Trip Stay

My friends and I stayed here for our snowmobile trip and could not be more pleased! Yes, there is good space for a trailer. Roy and Denise were so friendly and helpful! The location is also great. We will be staying here again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nate N.

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

Cozy and Wonderful Northwoods Trip

We booked with Roy and Deneise for our family guys getaway for fishing, enjoying the lake, and outdoors. Both Roy and Deneise welcomed us like we were family and we had a great stay. Great fishing off the dock and the cabin itself was perfect for us. The owners were very responsive to getting the water heater back up and running and they took care of it when we went out for dinner. There was plenty of firewood and we enjoyed a couple of lakeview fires. The proximity to Vermillion access was convenient. We would encourage any group going to Vermillion to check out Roy and Deneise's place!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

John A.

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

Nice place

We stayed here for a long weekend get away. Place was perfect for us. It was clean, hosts were very friendly and are onsite. Perfect dock space with power. Will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Betsy S.

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

We’ll maintained

Had everything we needed plus a great view.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

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

We will be back! Great trip!

We couldn't have asked for a better trip to Minnesota. Roy and Denise were the most hospitable hosts. The fireside cabin was perfect for us. It gave us a place to eat, use the restroom and sleep. By no means is it anything fancy, but it's just all you need. It's incredibly quaint and very home-y feeling. We were able to put up a pack-n-play in the front bedroom, so know that is possible if needed! If you need anything at all contact Roy and Denise. They will do anything they can to get you what you need. We will absolutely be back! Thanks for making our first trip so memorable!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P., Minneapolis, MN USA

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

Best hosts around!

This was our second year in a row coming to Roy's Last Resort. You will not find nicer hosts than Roy and Denise. They are absolutely the best!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell J.

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

Cozy cabin on a beautiful lake

We really enjoyed our stay, cabin met all of our needs. I enjoyed having a dock to tie the boat to, with access of power. This came in handy with as much I needed the Trolling motor. Fishing was tough but we managed to finally find them after some searching. Owners are very friendly great communication with us from the start. We would definitely stay here again and we will be recommending it others.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chad A.

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

Beautiful Cabin and Excellent Location!

This place was amazing! Very clean, great location on the lake, and the owners were awesome. The dock was set up appropriately with power to plug the boats in and there was plenty of space. I would highly recommend this cabin to anyone looking for a beautiful place on Lake Vermillion. Chad Anderson
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica F.

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

Excellent time

This was a wonderful place for a family vacation. The cabin was very nice and bigger than thought. The yard was big and great for play.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Liv A.

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

Peaceful and Cozy

I rented the cabin for my 3 kids and myself and it was more than enough space for us, even with my brother and parents dropping in for a night or two. It was very clean and cozy and furnished with everything we could possibly need during our stay. Denise and Roy are so accommodating and friendly. We hope to visit again next summer!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

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

Awesome place with awesome owners.

We had such a great time. The kids asked to make this an annual trip after the first day! Denise and Roy were amazing and made us feel like old friends. We loved Buddy and Otto, but we love dogs. The fishing was great. The cabin was perfect for our family of 6. It came stocked with all we needed. The views were great. We are a young, energetic group and didn't mind the steps down to the beach. The beach was small, but great for our youngest. We hope to come back and stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

DONALD E., DEERFIELD, IL USA

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

Magnificent lake views

Magnificent lake views from cabin with convenient boat docks and beach a staircase away. Great bonfire pit with lots of split wood and a bar and grill just a short walk away from the cabin. The caretakers were welcoming and helpful. We would return for fishing, pet friendly lake life.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

Brian G.

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

Nice older cabin with great property management

Glad we were able to make a quick trip up to the lake and stay at this cabin. Owners were very friendly and very helpful if we needed anything.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jake K.

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

Excellent

Very clean. Owners are very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Randy J.

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

Greatest Trip Ever

What a relaxing trip! If you want the true UpNorth experience, this is it, bonus without all the work. The communication with the owners was great. Vermilion is such a pretty lake and our cabin was overlooking the lake through the old birch trees and towering red pines. The view was beautiful and the sunsets, breathtaking. The cabin was perfect. The knotty pine finish takes me back to memories of our family vacations up north as a child. It had a full bath and kitchen with 3 bedrooms and an open living and dining area with a big picture window looking at the lake. All the windows had new upgrades and they kept the timeless charm of this cabin by keeping the cool old windows in the kitchen. Denise and Roy, the owners, have everything you need for a relaxing family getaway. They made sure everything was fully furnished and stocked, this included all the firewood you could possibly want for the beautiful hand made old stone fireplace and the firepit and trust me we had that going all the time. Oh and did I mention the free wifi, super important with 2 teenage boys that have to Bluetooth and streamline music. We can't wait to come back when the lake is open so we can do some boating and canoeing. The boys even asked Roy if he would take them fishing and he was so nice and told them, absolutely, anytime. The owners were so friendly and accommodating and lived next door so it was nice to have them so close. It was like having our own personal tour guides. They had wonderful recommendations on where to go for other fun activities when everything opens back up. Definitely will be making this an annual trip and there is so much space and other rental options on their property that we will be bringing our friends next time because this truly is the UpNorth vacation destination for us.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice access to the snowmobile trail. Like being secluded and have the woods feel.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

2/10 Terrible

Patty F.

Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Visit cut short

The picture shown on this site is not the one you get at this cabin, this is a deck off of the owners property. This cabin is in great dire need of rehab. Floors bellow when you walk on them, deck is in need of some real fixing, your cabin view of the lake is obscured by trees in front of the bedroom window. Some of the rooms had a bad odor and it's not as private as the pictures appear. More like a camp site.. The stairs to the lake are in front of the owners cabin and are very, very steep to reach the water. The docks need help also, sway when walking on them. The owners were nice, but this was a lot of money for this cabin and it wasn't even on the water. They have Roku TV, WIFI wasn't the greatest, couldn't even get a signal to make a phone call. I will not be returning to this place soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

About the host

Hosted by Petersons and Naabs

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The cabin was purchased by two families who spent the last 25 years visiting Lake Vermilion. For a long time we've talked about owning a place on the lake and when this cabin came up for sale it was the perfect match.

Why they chose this property

Access can be really difficult on Vermilion with many cabins being located on islands or down long dirt roads. From the twin cities this cabin is only three hours away and you can pull right up to the front door with a truck. In addition it is on a fairly central bay which gives us the opportunity to fish huge portions of the lake without long boat rides. Snowmobiling in the winter is perfect because the trail is just up the road from the cabin. All of these and more are why after years of looking we purchased this cabin.

What makes this property unique

This cabin was once part of Bayview Lodge and purpose built for short term stays. The interior is all wood and has a very cozy feel to it. There is a huge stone fireplace and to read a book with the fire crackling is priceless.

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