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Air-Conditioned Year-Round Lakeshore Cabin

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The approach to our cabin
Our over-sized garage is very handy for storing cars & trailers.
View of the cabin deck that faces the lake.
Interior shot.
Living room with wood fireplace

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Tower, MN
  • Lake Vermilion
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Soudan Underground Mine State Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Fortune Bay Casino
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Ely, MN (LYU-Ely Municipal)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Lower Level Bedroom Suite

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Air-Conditioned Year-Round Lakeshore Cabin

Come to beautiful Lake Vermilion and enjoy one of the ten most beautiful lakes in the world! There are over 290 miles of shoreline, mostly glacial rock with stately evergreens, and 365 unique islands on this pristine northern Minnesota lake. In the summer and fall you can explore the lake on our pontoon boat, fishing boat, row boat, or kayaks (or rent a canoe or jet skies). World-class golf is available at 3 courses within 25 miles of the cabin (The Quarry, The Legends, and Wilderness). In the winter months, the lake is perfect for snow shoeing, cross country skiing, snowmobiling or ice-fishing, and downhill skiing at Giants Ridge is only 30 minutes away.

Our cabin is right next to miles of state park so the bay is quiet and undeveloped; we share it with loons and hummingbirds. The cabin sits on a rise overlooking Big Bay and Ely Island. The vista looking east takes in several smaller islands. McKinley Park, with its sandy beach, boat launch, and playground, is less than a mile down the road. The popular Northwood's town of Ely is just 20 minutes away. This cabin is perfectly situated for a quiet romantic getaway, a family retreat, or a weekend with friends.

The cabin was built around 1970 and was remodeled in 2000; air conditioning was installed in 2015. The kitchen is new and the main living area is vaulted to provide a more panoramic view of the lake. There is a deck attached to the cabin which overlooks the lake, and a larger deck sitting right over the water. We have a wood-burning fireplace in the main living area and a gas fireplace in the walkout level, as well as a fire pit outside. There is a beautiful spot for a hammock and a side yard perfect for yard games.

Property manager

Tamra Nelson
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Tower

Located in Tower, this cabin is on a lake. 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 Lake Vermilion State Park and Soudan Underground Mine State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Tower, MN

What's nearby

  • Lake Vermilion - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Lake Vermilion State Park - 8 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Soudan Underground Mine State Park - 8 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Fortune Bay Casino - 24 min drive - 19.5 km
  • Bear Head Lake State Park - 31 min drive - 24.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Sunset Steakhouse At Fortune Bay - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪The Good Ol' Days Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sulu's Expresso Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tower Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bay Street Deli - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Air-Conditioned Year-Round Lakeshore Cabin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Air-Conditioned Year-Round Lakeshore Cabin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Air-Conditioned Year-Round Lakeshore Cabin?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Air-Conditioned Year-Round Lakeshore Cabin located?

This family-friendly Tower cabin is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Vermilion, Lake Vermilion State Park and Taconic State Trail. Soudan Underground Mine State Park and Armstrong Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

brad b.

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

Exceptional!

The property and view were outstanding. I’d suggest the pontoon rental to get out on beautiful lake Vermillion. A great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

David T.

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

Week at the lake

The weather was amazing for the week. Great time with family. Cabin was well supplied with kitchen equipment. Beds are comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

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

Slice of Heaven on the Lake

Gorgeous home on the lake with amenities galore! Homeowners and property manager were excellent AND respected our quiet time on vacation. Everything was so inviting and was so great we hope to come again. The beds were divinely comfy and we cooked over the fire pit every day. Fishing was excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

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

Fishing time

Promised as advertised, clean, comfortably, well stocked kitchen .. beautiful !!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

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

Great family spot!

We had a great fall trip here! Perfect location on Lake Vermillion with lots of opportunities to catch fish on the lake. Cabin had a very well stocked kitchen and the cherry on top was having firewood available to use in the fireplace inside and the fire pit outside as well. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wade K.

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

Amazing place

Peaceful and relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barb T.

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

Perfect!

This cabin/house was exactly what we were looking for so we could experience Lake Vermillion for the first time. Amenities were plentiful with an extensive library selection along with games and puzzles. The deck over looking the water was ideal. Beds pillows and kitchen supplies were abundant. Neat clean accommodations and everything was as we expected. I would recommend staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Richard H.

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

Everything was great

Plenty of room. Great place for a family get together. Loved the selection of games and books
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liz R.

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

Great fall getaway

Beautiful spot! Two families with small children stayed here. The only part that we didn’t live was that we needed to dispose of our own garbage at the dump and we needed to bring drinking water. It did make us more thoughtful about our waste though! We used the kayaks and they provided lots of firewood for bonfires. They also provided a highchair, pack n play and a crib if needed. The soudan mine park is very close and made for a nice close hike.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leslie G.

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

Wonderful visit

Lovely setting, great views of the lake, comfortable beds, clean and well appointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dennis O., US

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

Clean, comfortable & well stocked cabin

This was a fishing, hunting and golf trip with 4 old guy friends that have been vacationing together over 15 years. The cabin was perfect for our needs and provided plenty of room inside and out (parking & large garage was awesome) We utilized the outside fire pit, fish cleaning table, dock and both decks that overlook Lake Vermillion. There are plenty of kitchen utensils, coffee maker, blender, 4 slice toaster, etc. so we didn't need to bring anything. The beds were clean & comfortable and each had it's own fan. Great for white noise sleeping! They even provided some great welcome snacks which we thoroughly enjoyed. If we had to find a downside it was the dock being too high out of the water. We had 2 fishing boats tied to it and when the winds blew they we subject to damage from bouncing under the dock. Maybe it was a low water year? Dock cleats & bumpers would be a nice addition. All in all it's a great cabin & location. We are looking forward to next year's stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Mary N.

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

Sibling trip

Beautiful home with all amenities you could ask for. Well supplied, great location! Perfect retreat for 6 couples. Some minor things needing attention: Issues with circuit breaker popping for boat pug in, ceiling lights in master didn’t work, dehumidifier necessary to use in basement bedroom but runs loud. All in all, loved it!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

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

Wonderful Lakefront Home!

This was our second time staying at this property and it was great again! Wonderful family home. Great host!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelby W.

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

Highly recommend

We had such a fun time at this cabin! Communication with the owner/manager was great, And the property matched the listing. We loved seeing wildlife we don’t always see at home, as well as the beautiful lake sunsets. Truly a trip to remember!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelli K.

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

Wonderful Stay

This property was exactly as listed. We stayed for a week for our snowmobile trip. Close to town, so getting provisions was no problem. Easy directions to and from. Plenty of parking for large vehicles as well as six snowmobiles. The house was cozy and the beds were fairly comfortable. Plenty of space to spread out and relax after a long day on the trails or dog sledding. We saw an abundance of wildlife, to include bobcats! Highly recommend this VRBO. With it being right on the lake, I imagine its just as beautiful in the summer time as well!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt Z.

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

Another great week

This beautiful and spacious cabin was the perfect spot for our group to come back to after enjoying our days outdoors. The owners have done a great job making us feel welcome.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jan S.

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

Great Location with Plenty of Cabin Space

The property is conveniently located on the southern edge of Lake Vermilion with close access to a boat ramp and to any supplies you might need in the town of Tower. The cabin is clean with plenty of room to relax. Also enjoyed the nice roomy kitchen that is very well stocked with all the tools we needed to cook all of our meals. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Matt Z.

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

Fantastic stay!!

This cabin was perfect for our group of friends. The dock and boat lift were great and made for easy access to the lake whenever we wanted to go fishing. The deck overlooking the lake was a great place to enjoy dinner together. We enjoyed the little details like a fully stocked kitchen and all the amenities on top of an extremely clean and beautiful cabin.

10/10 Excellent

Sean S.

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

Nice lake Vermillion cabin

We had a nice week at the cabin. Weather was great the last week of August for swimming (but could be cold for some). I think we most enjoyed the small island off the shore which was fun to swim to, and kayak to. The use of the kayaks and rowboat, and motorized fishing boat were great to have access to. The kitchen was well stocked with cooking utensils and dishes. Lots of firewood for a pleasant fire every evening. Not super isolated,but felt private. Fishing pressure on the lake is pretty high, so fishing is not easy, but a good challenge. It seemed like the pontoon was included in the listing without an extra fee, but paperwork on arrival suggested it cost an extra$500 per week. We didn't bother investigating since it seemed like a bit of a hassle. Overall, the cabin worked out well for ages 6, 6, 8, 40, 44, 70, and 75. Nice place!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sam G.

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

Great week

Before we came, Tamra kept in good communication with us. The property was as described. Plenty of space for individuals to spread out and good spots for group visits. The deck on the water was exceptional. We also enjoyed the deck by the house. The beds are comfortable. We had a great week. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B.

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

Beautiful setting

The property was everything promised and more. It was so relaxing. We ate fresh walleye twice. My brother and his family rented a place about 4 houses up the road. It was a place I would like to vacation again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

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

Wonderful Lake Home

We enjoyed everything about our experience in this home. The location is great, the property itself is great, the house was perfect for our family and the views are outstanding!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bob A.

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

Family Vacation

Great Location with a family feel to it. The Kids and grandkids had a blast. Fishing, Swimming, Bon Fires and more, oh my!

10/10 Excellent

Nancy T.

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

Beautiful spot on Lake Vermilion, so peaceful!

This lake home was a perfect setting and great spot for our girls weekend. The owner was very responsive when we had questions and the caretaker came over within a couple hours when we needed him for a quick fix. The beds were very comfortable and bedrooms roomy. The kitchen was very well stocked with anything we needed. The living area was very cozy and a great spot for early morning chatting. The handmade quilts throughout the home were a special homey touch. Large decks overlooking the lake where you can watch the eagles soar above. And stargaze at night! Great views of the lake from all the wonderful windows inside. The location was perfect , lots of wonderful walking and biking paths and you must do the Soudan Underground Mine tour, very interesting and a unique experience. Close to Ely for a fun day in town and eating. We had a great weekend and highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

cindy r.

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

weather didn't cooperate, so we couldn't get on the lake

beautiful location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

About the host

Hosted by Tamra Nelson

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Kaarin has been coming to Lake Vermilion for over 30 years. We bought this cabin from her parents in 2020 and just love it! Over the years, we have had family reunions, quiet getaways, and weekends with friends. The cabin is perfect for everyone. One of our daughters prefers to swim off the dock, run on the trials, kayak, ride the pontoon and camp. Our other daughter loves to read so she settles on the couch by the fireplace or on the deck with her book. Our nephew loves to feed the deer, the ducks and the birds, take boat rides, and go to McKinley Park. By early evening, we all sit on the deck for appetizers, drinks and stories before dinner. By the end of the day, we quiet down with Scrabble, card games or a good book.

Why they chose this property

Tower is a quaint northern Minnesota town with a few shops, municipal playground, train museum and friendly people. But, the real gem of this location is The Lake! If you have never seen Lake Vermilion, you really must. For more about the lake, click on the link at the end of the Owner Information section.

What makes this property unique

A 30 x 40 foot garage is convenient storage for boats, cars, trucks, and/or snowmobiles!
We have a boat lift by the dock that can handle a 1500 pound boat - with a width of 8 feet. We have a 14' fishing boat currently on the lift with a 25 hp motor.

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