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Northern Paradise on Lake Vermilion - Year Round Home

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Tower, MN
  • Lake Vermilion
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Soudan Underground Mine State Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Fortune Bay Casino
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Ely, MN (LYU-Ely Municipal)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Guest 1

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Northern Paradise on Lake Vermilion - Year Round Home

Lake Vermilion year round home that sleeps up to 6 people. Perfect location and views on the east side of the lake. Located in the narrows off of Pike Bay.

Lake Vermilion is a premier lake in Minnesota with world class fishing! Walleye, pike, bass are all good and the muskie fishing is world class! (50+ inch class are plentiful in this lake).

Other local attractions include hiking (trail nearby), several local bar/restaurants that are within boating distance, casino at Fortune Bay, golf, many activities in Ely, and mountain biking at Giants Ridge. Lake Vermilion is also an excellent winter destination for ice fishing and snowmobiling, and downhill skiing at Giants Ridge.

Home Amenities:

Two upper level bedrooms, one containing a king bed and one with a queen bed, and both rooms have large flat screen televisions.

Upper level Living area with couches and a large flat screen television.

Kitchen stocked with basic essentials (pots, pans, utensils, kitchenware, microwave, refrigerator, stove, etc.)

Extra chest freezer in basement for ice or frozen goods.

Washer and dryer.

Upper level full bathroom.

Basement living area with couch and a large flat screen television.

Basement bedroom with a queen bed and trundle bed that contains two smaller single beds (best for children).

Basement half bath with newly installed shower!

Air conditioners in upper level bedrooms and mini-split air conditioning/heater for upper level.

Free WIFI.

Weber charcoal grill available for use (charcoal not provided / please clean grill prior to check out).

New, and large, private dock with space to park 1-2 boats.

Newly constructed Lakeview deck with an excellent view.

Firepit area by the lake.

McKinley Park and Hoodoopoint are within close distance and have great swimming beaches.

**Home contains two Ring video recording devices that monitor the exterior of the home. We respect our guests privacy and these cameras are primarily used for security and liability purposes. They are occasionally and briefly monitored to ensure no blatant rule violations (I.E. large party)**

Pet friendly (dogs only due to allergies with cats). Must be dogs that are well trained (must stay in yard or be leashed, minimal barking, potty trainied). Maximum of 2 dogs allowed. Pet fee applies.

No parties or events out of respect to our great neighbors (no grad parties, bachelor parties, etc.).

*ALL GUESTS MUST AGREE TO SIGN A RENTAL AGREEMENT/LIABILITY WAIVER UPON BOOKING. PLEASE COMMUNICATE WITH HOST TO ACCOMPLISH THIS*

*Home guide that contains some simple house rules must be reviewed by guest and agreed upon*

Attention Winter guests (specifically snowmobilers): We welcome groups that wish to snowmobile, however we do not offer snowmobile direct access from the property to the lake due to septic tank concerns. Snowmobiles can either be ridden from the driveway to close access points (McKinley or Hoodoo point - couple minute ride), or trailered to those locations and offloaded. Once snowmobiles are on the lake, feel free to park at the shoreline and walk up to the cabin. Thank you for understanding!

**MAXIMUM LENGTH OF STAY IS 29 DAYS**

Feel free to reach out with any questions!

Property manager

Sean Holmgren
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Pet Fee applies
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
*ALL GUESTS MUST AGREE TO SIGN A RENTAL AGREEMENT/LIABILITY WAIVER PRIOR TO BOOKING. PLEASE COMMUNICATE WITH HOST VIA MESSAGING TO ACCOMPLISH THIS*
**Home guide that contains some simple house rules must be reviewed by guest and agreed upon**
MAXIMUM LENGTH OF STAY IS 29 DAYS

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Tower

Located in Tower, this holiday home is on the waterfront. 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. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.
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Tower, MN

What's nearby

  • Lake Vermilion - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lake Vermilion State Park - 7 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Soudan Underground Mine State Park - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Fortune Bay Casino - 21 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Bear Head Lake State Park - 30 min drive - 24.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Sunset Steakhouse At Fortune Bay - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪The Good Ol' Days Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sulu's Expresso Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tower Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bay Street Deli - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Northern Paradise on Lake Vermilion - Year Round Home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Northern Paradise on Lake Vermilion - Year Round Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Northern Paradise on Lake Vermilion - Year Round Home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Northern Paradise on Lake Vermilion - Year Round Home located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Lake Vermilion and within 3 miles (5 km) of Soudan Underground Mine State Park and Lake Vermilion State Park. Taconic State Trail is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

amber p.

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

Winter Getaway

We enjoyed a family winter wknd away. Easy access to all winter activities! Great game room for families with kids! Would love to make it back there sometime!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ryan P.

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

Everything we expected

Property was perfect for us, had everything we needed. Stayed to access lake for ice fishing. Sean was very responsive! Will be back again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Elise H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Hubbards stay

Thanks for hosting! We had a great time. Unfortunately no muskies caught but fun time exploring the area. Happy the pier was still in the water. Would be awesome if the spice cabinet was labeled, we thought it was a breaker box! Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina W.

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

Great trip with friends and fishing

We loved our stay and are already trying to plan for next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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

Great Time

4 adults, 1 infant, 2 dogs, 6 nights. Had a great stay. Great weather & great fishing. All is as advertised. We used the basement bedroom this stay, and it was comfortable. It’s great having a place to clean the fish & handle the remains on site. We went out to eat twice, and prepared all other meals at home. We enjoy being close to Tower. Sean is super responsive.and we look forward to rebooking.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi O.

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

Great place

Great place to enjoy a vacation. This is our yearly vacation destination because it is clean and accommodating. Hosts are quick to reply. Great location for us and they have fun games to play.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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

Perfect location

Property was as advertised and very clean. We were comfortable and plenty of room for the 3 of us and our two dogs. Hubby would appreciate a TV antenna for local channels vs just streaming service, but wifi worked great. Nice boat dock and quick access to great fishing spots as well as a nice setup for fish cleaning. Host was very responsive and we had no issues during our 6 day stay. Will definitely rebook.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann S., Owatonna

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

Cozy cabin in the woods

This is a remodeled lake house that is cozy and has beautiful lake views off the deck. It is nestled in a forest with a new bike trail a block away. It is close to the Soudan Underground Mine, the International Wolf Center, the North American Bear Center, and lots of state parks and national forest. The owners were great.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

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

This place worked out perfectly.

We really enjoyed our stay at this home. It had everything we needed and was in a great location to travel around the lake. The kitchen was well stocked and the furniture was nice to relax in. The dock is set up well to power the boat and it isn't a long way from the house at all. Fish cleaning was easy with a big table near the dock. I would rent this home again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Candy P., Washington State

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

Relaxing lake view

We had a nice time at this lake house. The views are beautiful and we enjoyed sitting on the the upper deck. The living room is small but very cozy and comfortable couches. We didn’t use the downstairs except to wash clothes, the stairs are very steep for us older folks. The kitchen could use some more microwaveable safe bowls for cooking and maybe an electric can opener for those of us with weak hands but everything else was good. The shower and toilet upstairs are very short so if you are tall like my husband you’ll have to bend over and it was hard for me to get off the toilet but it was clean and everything worked so it was all good. It was a quiet peaceful place and we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Perfect Vacation!

This lake home fit our family just right. Our 8 and 12-year-old kids said “there was so much to do!” It has lots of space in the lower level dedicated to playing games so they could entertain themselves when adults were busy. The best part of this home is definitely the deck. It has the most lovely view overlooking the lake and you literally feel like you’re in a tree house. The dock situation is great. We have a 19’ Lund and felt like it was safe the entire time (no dangerous boulders or strong waves). It’s tucked in the bay just enough. We swam in the lake multiple times but it’s best to have water footwear. The swim area is partly rocky and partly soft bottom but no weeds. There is a full flight of steps to the lake but they are well-built with railings. The kitchen is very well-stocked and we never were at a loss for anything. The entire house was extremely clean and comfortable. Best of all, the hosts are spot-on…from detailed instructions to being super responsive, it really seems like they are on top of it all. I would highly recommend! We already want to go back! It’s hard to find a vacation home that has it all AND allows dogs. Thank you so much, Sean and Amy!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi H., Minnesota

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

Great week on the lake

Our second stay at the house was great, just like we remembered from last year. Very quick and easy to communicate with owners. It’s a convenient location, being close to boat launch and town, yet still able to get away from it all! Thanks so much for having the house open to rentals.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

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

Awesome family vacation home

We had a great family vacation at the lake house! It was perfect for our family of four and our dog. We had a great time relaxing at the lake house, making s’more’s over the fire pit, watching the beautiful sunsets, and taking our boat out to fish. The lake house was very clean and comfortable, and in a great location. We look forward to staying again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

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

Winter stay

We came for the Alpine State Championship and to ski. The house was very comfortable for us all. We loved the view and want to come back in the summer!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joyce B.

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

Memorable vacation

We found it difficult to leave; two weeks was not long enough time. The quiet and privacy was wonderful. The house was clean and had some thoughtful touches. Our dog loved the yard and deck. The sunsets were breathtaking. Successful and memorable vacation!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

CHERYL P.

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

Beautiful Vacation Spot for Family!

Cabin is great with lots of room and a great view of the lake! Owner very responsive and helpful. Will definitely return in the future. 👍
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heidi H., Minnesota

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

Lovely place to relax

We really enjoyed our stay at this home, and thank the owners for all they do to make vacations easy and enjoyable. Dock was great for our 18 foot Ranger, and we had no problems leaving boat in water for the stay. Driveway was a little tricky for boat trailer, and we ended up backing out rather than turning around by house. Steps are steep in house so we would not bring our older relatives to this property for a family getaway. House was good for my husband and me, and we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heidi O.

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

Great location. Beautiful house.

Sean was very quick to answer questions. Great house to rent.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara S., Lino Lakes, MN USA

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

Amazing Lake Vermillion Getaway

We loved our week at this property. The house is comfortable and contains everything you need and more. Everything we impeccably clean. The dock is great for anyone bringing a boat, and it is also easy to launch kayaks and paddleboards straight from there. We caught lots of fish (including a 20 inch walleye off the dock!), relaxed on the spacious deck, played lots of board games, and had a wonderful time as a family. Thanks to Sean and his family for sharing the home!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect location, beautiful sunsets, good fishing!

We had the perfect family get together at this wonderful home. There was something for everyone as some went fishing and others kayaked, canoed and hiked. We especially loved that the kitchen equipment was so much better than other VRBO's were we have stayed and the fish table under the deck made cleaning fish so easy. We also appreciated the bottom floor bedroom and rec room as it gave everyone a bit more privacy. The sunsets were beautiful and I loved going out on the deck at 2am to hear the loons and see the stars.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

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

Nice, comfortable house with beautiful view.

Lots of room to lounge inside on comfortable couches. Since my husband and I went with my son, his wife and baby it was great to have 2 different levels to afford each family some privacy. Easy TV access for downtime. Well stocked and functioning kitchen. The deck was a real highlight with comfortable chairs and a great view! The lake is really pretty. Overall a very comfortable and relaxing stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurie Y., Bloomington, Minnesota

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

Very lovely home which included all the amenities you need.

Very nice home! Dock was in excellent shape! Being able to bring our dogs was priceless and the property allowed them some freedom to roam without worry. Neighbors were nice and nicely greeted the dogs when they would wander over just to say “hi”. Sean is a great host and was quick to reply. We enjoyed our stay and without hesitation would encourage you to do the same! Thanks again Sean!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Robert B.

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

June stay

The property was clean. The owner kept good communication with my questions. Positives were the awesome view from the deck overlooking the lake, the dock was good for our boat, there were comfortable beds, comfortable couches, and the house was very clean. The bathroom was nice. It would have been even better to have 2 bathrooms. I slept in the basement. It was cool and clean. The only negative of the basement is the low ceilings. Thus, it is difficult to have fishing rods down there. There were two queen beds upstairs that were also very nice. The kitchen was small but well furnished. Overall rating of 4 stars. Thanks for the stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rich G.

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

Very Nice

The property was exactly as listed. The owner was very helpful in answering all my questions in a very timely manner. I would stay here again and would highly recommend this property to my friends.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

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

Snowmobile trip

This is very nice and comfortable house in a great location on the south shore of Lake Vermilion. It is private, quiet, and secure. About 1/2 mile from the snowmobile trail and about 3 miles from downtown Tower. Sean, our host was very quick to respond to any questions we had, and made the process easy. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

About the host

Hosted by Sean Holmgren

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Holmgren Family of 4. Lake Vermilion has quickly become our favorite Minnesota lake. We love fishing, swimming, dogs, nights by the fire, mountain biking, downhill skiing, dirt bikes and 4-wheeling, and anything that keeps us busy and active.

Why they chose this property

The location and views cannot be beat. We have visited every inch of this large lake and the Tower area is simply the best.

What makes this property unique

Beautiful views, great lakeside deck, and new dock. Smaller, private bay protected from the wind and Big Bay waves. This home and has been partially updated and is family friendly.

Great trail systems less than a 1/2 mile from our driveway. This property is within boating, driving and walking distance to multiple boat launches, public swimming beaches, restaurants, and stores. Virginia is a quick 25 minute drive for Target, Menards, Super One, and a sporting goods store. Fortune Bay Casino offers premier golfing at The Wilderness (rated #2 in Minnesota and #7 in the nation!).

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests