Biwabik Bunkhouse near Giants' Ridge

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4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 18331.2 sq m

Popular amenities

Dryer
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Washer
Parking available
Kitchen
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Aurora, MN

Vermilion Trail Park
‪2 min drive‬
Biwabik City Park
‪4 min drive‬
Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort
‪11 min drive‬
Eveleth, MN (EVM-Eveleth - Virginia Municipal)
‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Basement bedroom

1 King Bed

Bunk bed

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bunk room- upstairs

2 Single Bunk Beds

Master suite

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Basement bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Main level half bath

Toilet

Master bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Beautiful lake home on Embarrass Lake, 5 miles to one of the premiere ski and golf resorts in Minnesota, (the Quarry and Legend) and just over 60 miles north of Downtown Duluth. Almost 3600 square feet with nearly 200' of beautiful and sandy lake shore with a gorgeous swimming beach with two docks and a boathouse. Pontoon boat on site is available for rental, as well!

Gaze at the stars from the beautiful wrap-around deck. Spend the day relaxing in the shallow sandy water. Enjoy the evening with a bonfire on the beach shore, playing bags from the walkout basement, with tons of activities to keep the family busy: playground, dartboard, Air hockey table, Shuffleboard table, pac-man video games, pellet smoker/grill, foosball, sauna, wet bar, TV's, Internet, and too many other things to list!

Bonfires, star gazing, wildlife, 1000's of acres of public land, OHV/ATV Trails, Paved biking trails, and Giants' Ridge (skiing, snowshoeing, golf, top notch restaurant, ....) being a stones throw from the property... We truly believe there is something for everyone at this beautiful retreat.

Local Amenities Nearby:
--2.6 Miles from "The Quarry" Golf course at Giants' Ridge, routinely ranked as one of, it not THE top course in MN.
--5.2 Miles from the chalet at Giants' Ridge.
--5.9 miles from "The Legend" at Giants' Ridge, ranked as one of the top 10 golf courses in the state of Minnesota.
— More of a biker and runner? The entrance to Mesabi trail (135 mile long paved trail) can be seen across the lake from the house.
--Less than 10 miles to Hundreds of miles of OHV trails for all of your 4-wheeling and Side-by-side adventures.
*Not to mention the pontoon boat available for rental, floating pad, canoe, yard games, and other aquatic amenities. Come and stay with us 😊

Pontoon rates:
1 day: $250
2 or more days: $200/day
(+$500 refundable damage deposit)

Property manager

Adam Nelson

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Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

All events must be pre-approved by owners.

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

All events and outdoor activities must be done by sunset. Exceptions are campfires and other low volume activities.

Any explosions or explosives (I.e. ammunition, weapons, fireworks, etc…) are prohibited at this location.

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30

Note from host: All events must be pre-approved by owners.

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

About the area

Aurora

Located in Aurora, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort and Chamonix Chair are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Superior National Forest and Iron Range Off-Highway Vehicle State Recreation Area. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.

Aurora, MN

What's nearby

Vermilion Trail Park - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
Biwabik City Park - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort - 11 min drive - 6.9 km
Calgary Chair - 13 min drive - 8.2 km
Iron Range Off-Highway Vehicle State Recreation Area - 26 min drive - 18.0 km

Getting around

Hibbing, MN (HIB-Chisholm-Hibbing) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

‪Rudy's Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
‪The Hive Coffee and Bakehouse - ‬8 min drive
‪A&W Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
‪Burnt Onion Kitchen & Brews - ‬13 min drive
‪Dave's Alpine Bar - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Biwabik Bunkhouse near Giants' Ridge pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Biwabik Bunkhouse near Giants' Ridge?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Biwabik Bunkhouse near Giants' Ridge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Biwabik Bunkhouse near Giants' Ridge located?

Located next to a golf course, this Aurora holiday home offers ski-in/ski-out access within 3 miles (5 km) of Vermilion Trail Park and Biwabik City Park, and is convenient for winter sports, such as cross-country skiing and snowmobiling. Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort and Chamonix Chair are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Alane A.

20 February 2025

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

Ski trip

We had a very enjoyable ski weekend. Kris’s place was perfect for our large family outing.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

14 February 2025

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

Ski trip

Great owners to work with, great location and beautiful home. Highly recommended!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cara P.

17 March 2025

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

Excellent Property and Stay

This is a wonderful place to stay with a large group of people. The house has all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay. There is so much room for everyone to spread out and enjoy themselves. Due to the MN winter weather, we were not able to enjoy the outdoor space.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica H.

26 June 2024

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

Up north getaway!

Great place for for family vacation with all ages!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John P L.

13 June 2024

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

Great golf trip.

Very nice, plenty of room, nice setting on lake

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Joseph and Kelly L.

30 March 2025

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

Lovely layout and location, best in Summer

We stayed here with my extended family of 6 adults one baby in the later winter. Proximity to Giants Ridge and Snowmobile trails was excellent, the layout of the home was perfect for a group our size, but their isn't good climate control for a winter stay. Heated floors weren’t working, and there was no central air. Fire place added some warmth and ambiance but didn’t heat the home. I bet this place is lovely in the summer and fall, but didn’t meet the needs of.a winter stay. Our host was communicative and we got a discount off our stay, which was appreciated. Best part, huge windows overlooking the lake and a sauna.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh S.

28 June 2023

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

Great Stay

The house was ideal for a large group. We really enjoyed our stay at this property.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

margaret s.

21 January 2025

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

Mesabi Ski Race

The trip was amazing, largely because of the amazing home we stayed in. Everything was wonderful. There are multiple spaces for kids to spend time. There are activities for them to do, and large hang out spaces including a huge dinning room table! The house is clean, the beds are comfortable, the bathrooms are big, and the linens are fresh. The host is amazing! So helpful and kind! We can't wait for next year!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

27 August 2024

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

Fun Trip!

Cabin and property were very spacious and was very well equipped with toys/games for the whole family. Communication with Kris was fantastic and the rental of the boat was a great addition.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele A.

29 July 2024

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

Family Time

Great place, clean and spacious. Room for all the adults and kids in the family. Lots to do inside and out. Host was wonderful. Hoping to stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

KATHERINE H.

21 February 2024

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

Great house for a group

We had a wonderful time at this property - very convenient to Giants Ridge, while still a lot of space and things to do for those that preferred to stay back and relax or play games on site!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

karl B.

16 October 2024

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

Relaxing spot for annual Ohv trip

We had two trucks/trailers full of atv’s, the driveway is pretty steep in one spot but we hauled in and out without trouble. Great relaxing environment in the cabin, sauna gets nice and hot and the lake makes a good cold plunge. Hosts were very responsive. You’ll enjoy it.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dustin N.

5 September 2024

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

End of summer

Nice big house with amazing views. We had 16 people and never felt crammed. Plenty of fun things for the kids to do the whole time and the beach was a lot of fun for the kids. Lots of privacy and would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

28 September 2024

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

Great spot

This house worked well for our group of 9 golf buddies. Plenty of room. Close proximity to the golf courses. Kris was in constant communication to make sure we were taken care of.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

10 July 2024

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

Great family space!

We had a great time at the Biwabik Bunkhouse! It's conveniently located with easy access to town and Giant's Ridge. The dining area is large, and we loved using the huge gated deck. The views were great, and we enjoyed using the provided kayaks. The hosts were really clear and helpful before we arrived for our stay, which was really a perk! We'd definitely stay again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay N.

11 September 2024

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

Visit the lakes

We attended a wedding at the near by Giants ridge. The house was beautifully situated on embarrass lake. We kayaked and enjoyed the big deck. Hiked some trails. Great place for kids and family get together. Clean and spacious.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon R.

4 September 2022

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

Golf outing

Top notch place to stay for a golf outing. Great location, with perfect view of the lake.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt and Alissa T.

30 March 2024

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

Great Skiing Get-Away

We loved this property and its location to Giants Ridge. We enjoyed quiet morning coffee by the fireplace and low key evenings in the basement. If we get the chance, we would stay again!

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy C., St. Paul, Minnesota

16 January 2024

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

Holiday getaway

Worked great for our party of 10. We had so much space to be together, but also get away if we wanted to read a book. Would definitely book this again!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luke S.

25 July 2022

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

Great place

Great place for large groups. The deck could use some work.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alane A.

23 February 2023

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

The perfect place

This was the perfect place for a family ski getaway. My Grandchildren loved all the fun things to do and asked to come back again. We were all pleased with the property.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick M.

7 July 2024

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

Well furnished

Great place. Lots of amenities inside this large house. We used them as the Embarrass river had risen lake water levels too high and we had wake restrictions in place. Everyone in the group was very impressed how nice and well furnished this place was. Two thumbs up.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi I.

7 September 2024

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

Better than expected

We used this property for a family reunion. I really want to stress that I think the home is better than the pictures, which is never expected. As every family member arrived it was awesome seeing how excited they were when they toured the house, lake and grounds. It was a special experience and now my husbands family is talking about going for a week next year. I highly recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard W.

21 July 2023

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

Relaxation

Lake and sauna a great combination

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

23 July 2023

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

Beautiful Property!

Our family had a great time at the Biwabik Bunkhouse! The property manager did a terrific job with communication — he was prompt and super helpful. We are hoping to be back next year!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Adam Nelson

Kris, Adam, and Jake all instantly fell in love with this property-- for a variety of different reasons, too! Adam has been a lifelong downhill skier and loves being within 5 minutes of Giants Ridge. Kris has been fishing since he was able to bait his first hook. And Jake has made it a point to visit all of the top golf courses in the state-- so having two (#1 and #8 in 2021) within 5 miles was a huge plus!

Our three families are committed to the outdoors and helping others experience what we love so much. Be it a 4-wheeling trip, mountain biking on the iron range, or simply a base camp to do whatever your heart desires, we are truly hopeful to help you folks spend a great time in the north woods. Sampling parts of what we enjoy so much about being in nature. Just make sure you bring extra s'mores for the fireside chats on the shore!

Why they chose this property

We were not looking for a vacation rental property. Until we found this one. From the first moment we stepped foot on the property and saw the sun setting over the lake, we were all hooked. With the two story fireplace, the ability to house all of our families, and to top it off with having a place to share with others.... We feel truly blessed to be able to share our home with you and your family to create more memories.

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Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Basement bedroom

Bunk bed

Bunk room- upstairs

Master suite

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Basement bathroom

Main level half bath

Master bathroom

Upstairs bathroom

Spaces

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