Beautiful handmade log home on private sand beach at the end of Big Bay

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5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 14455.2 sq m

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Dryer
Fireplace
Washer
Parking available
Kitchen
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Tower, MN

Lake Vermilion
‪3 min drive‬
Fortune Bay Casino
‪14 min drive‬
Soudan Underground Mine State Park
‪21 min drive‬
Ely, MN (LYU-Ely Municipal)
‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Den/5th Bedroom

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Suite 1

1 King Bed

Suite 2

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom Suite 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom Suite 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Powder Room

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Office

Balcony

Garden

Dining area

About this property

This property is a spacious unique custom built four season hand scribed luxury log home built on 2.5 secluded acres with a private sand beach, large lakeside manicured lawn, campfire area and boathouse/bunkhouse. Home is located right on the snowmobile and ATV Trails! 5,400 Sq Ft with 4 Bedrooms (includes 2 primary suites) plus Den, sleeping 12 with 5 bath, large loft and separate bunkhouse at the waters edge on the beach; sleeps 2. Theater style media TV, sauna, pool table, game tables, satellite TV, Netflix, Wi-Fi, washer & dryer, 50' dock, fish cleaning table. Full gourmet kitchen with all service and bar wear and full linens and towels provided. The home is located at the far West end of Big Bay which offers secluded calm waters with minimal wind perfect for fishing, jet skiing, waterskiing or tubing as well as rafting boats to the dock.

Located on Hwy 77/snowmobile trail between Cook & Tower, MN. 13 Miles to Cook, MN and 10 miles to Tower, MN. 5 miles NW of the Y Store on County Rd 77 from Hwy 169. Located 1 mile from Tavern in the Bay Restaurant with an expansive outdoor multi-level deck dining experience with a tiki hut bar and 1 mile from the Vermilion Club with the world famous giant Bamboozler pizza and excellent food. Long paved secluded circular driveway down from County Rd 77 with plenty of parking for cars and large trailers. You cannot see any neighbors and neighbors cannot see you! 3 miles from Everett’s Bay public boat launch (free)

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Kathryn

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English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

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

Dog only, per dog, non-shedding

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

You will be charged $150/per dog for shedding dogs plus cleaning fees for not picking up hair and outdoor messes. Thank you for understanding.

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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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Tower

Located in Tower, this holiday home is on the beach. 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Tower, MN

What's nearby

Lake Vermilion - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
Fortune Bay Casino - 14 min drive - 9.3 km
Lake Vermilion State Park - 20 min drive - 19.9 km
Soudan Underground Mine State Park - 21 min drive - 19.8 km
Bear Head Lake State Park - 43 min drive - 38.9 km

Restaurants

‪Vermilion Club - ‬3 min drive
‪Sunset Steakhouse At Fortune Bay - ‬14 min drive
‪Poor Gary's Pizza At The Vermilion Club - ‬3 min drive
‪Bay Street Deli - ‬14 min drive
‪Tavern In The Bay - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful handmade log home on private sand beach at the end of Big Bay 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 Beautiful handmade log home on private sand beach at the end of Big Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful handmade log home on private sand beach at the end of Big Bay?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful handmade log home on private sand beach at the end of Big Bay located?

Situated on the beach, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.7 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).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

T K.

21 October 2024

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

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kortani S.

7 October 2024

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

Women's Breathwork + Wellness Retreat

Lake Side Retreat Company hosted their Autumn Equinox retreat at this beautiful home and the women enjoyed every bit of the gorgeous home. We highly recommend it for families, friends, and so much more!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bohdan Z.

26 September 2024

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

One of the best properties we have stayed!!!

Everything is phenomenal about the house and the host!!!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay E.

25 August 2024

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

Family getaway

Had a nice time staying in mid August. Dock was nice to tie up the boats for the fishermen and the yard and beach were great for the kiddos. House was very comfortable and well stocked. Great family getaway

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter L.

1 August 2024

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

Evaluation

This place was great. Nice beach; many boat toys; cleand and well-maintained; fabulous kitchen equipment; excellent TV. Great for both adults and kids interested in playing on the beach, or canoeing, wake-boarding, kayaking. I can't think of a way to improve it.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

26 July 2024

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

Amazing Lake Home

This home is stunning. There was everything we needed for cooking. Loved the pantry for storing our supplies. They had plenty of lake toys and chairs. There was a kayak, canoe, paddle boat and yard games for our use. The lake is a bit rocky so would suggest water shoes for wading along the shoreline. Next visit we will definitely get a pontoon boat to explore the lake. Would highly recommend this lake home, especially for large groups as there is plenty of room for spreading out.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

7 July 2024

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

Wonderful Family Vacation

Our extended family of 10 stayed in Kathryn’s home for a week. It was wonderful. From the beginning, communication with her regarding the rental was great. She responded quickly to all my questions. We had one issue that came up once we were in the house that she responded to immediately and to our complete satisfaction. Check in was very easy. The house itself is absolutely beautiful. The workmanship is spectacular. You have to see it to believe it. We had plenty of space to spread out. Beds were comfortable. Everything you might need during your stay is provided. The kitchen is fully equipped. The grounds are beautiful too, and we used and fully enjoyed the canoe, paddle boat and paddle board provided. We would go back in a heartbeat. Thank you so much Kathryn!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Collin K.

1 July 2024

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

Perfect home for a Summer Vacay in MN

We are from MN, but live in Texas. We wanted to escape the heat and remind the kids (16 & 17) about the beauty MN offers. This was the perfect home and perfect location to do just that. The design and furnishing of the home is nothing short of perfection. Great spaces when you want to gather (cooking, eating, games, movies... a place for it all) and be together, but also great bedrooms / suites to relax if you need some time alone. Kathryn the host is quick to respond and truly made her home feel like it was ours for the week. We are a golfing family... and there are 3 world class courses within a 30 minute drive. We also rented a pontoon from the nearby marina (Birch Point) so that we could enjoy the lake. If we are every back in Northern MN, we will absolutely consider staying here again.

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

21 June 2024

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

Summer getaway

Amazing property. Beautiful lakeshore and log home. True Up North experience with all the amenities we needed.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bohdan Z.

24 September 2023

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

Excellent stay

The house is beautiful, new and clean. Well furnished and equipped with everything one may need. Super comfortable beds. Very nice and responsive host. Will be back again

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha P.

28 August 2023

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

Family Vacation success!

We had booked this property well in advance for a family vacation. Walking into this house made us awe struck! The pictures are great, but don't quite do the justice it deserves. It makes you feel like you are at home. Every appliance, kitchen item, and space for everything is right there. The other features that caught my eye were that the house is decorated like the owners live there full-time. Most VRBO's seem to take out all the nice decorations- not this house. Keeping nice things in the house for us to enjoy made it feel cozy. It was perfect for entertaining our family of 10 adults with room to spread out. The pool table was a nice option for when the weather wasn't perfect for outdoor activities. The outdoor space, outdoor equipment and amenities left plenty to do as well. Check-in and check-out was easy. If we had to do laundry, everything was supplied. The only thing I recommend is to bring an extra set of paper products as they are given as an initial courtesy, but it is the guests duty to replenish them once they are out. This minor inconvenience did not warrant NOT giving it 5 stars!!! We will definitely consider this property in the future and so should you!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle N.

17 August 2023

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

Family vacation

Beautiful property. No complaints at all. It was above and beyond our expectations.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa J., Woodbury, MN

12 August 2023

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

Absolutely Gorgeous Cabin

This cabin was absolutely gorgeous. It had everything you need and more. The yard and nice sandy beach were perfect. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything you need. The beds super comfy. We had a wonderful week!!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandi C., Fort Myers and Sanibel, Florida

31 July 2023

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

Florida / Minnesota Family Reunion

The property was better than we expected. It was clean, updated, yet rustic. The view of the lake was pristine. Although the water and air were cold for July it did not stop us from having a fabulous northern experience in this beautiful home.

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John C., Chapel Hill NC

15 July 2023

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

Perfect Family Vacation Home!

House O Logs has it all. Beautiful well maintained home with unique architecture, owner art work, HD TV in every room, game room with ping pong table and beautiful yard facing lake with boat house and sandy beach and dock on a secluded bay. Nothing not to like here. It rained 4 of 7 days our our recent stay but the house and its amenities kept us entertained. A major ping pong tournament and learning how to train a dragon off the theater size HD TV were but a few of the activities. The kitchen is amazing with anything a pro chef would want to use. It is also close to Tower and Zups and the local Y store for gas, bait and sundries including some grocery items. If that is not enough there is a great kids playground and a tennis/pickelball court a short walk away from the house. All in all a perfect vacation home!! Yes it's expensive. But clearly you get what you pay for with House O Logs.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven R.

23 June 2023

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

Relaxing Vacation

The log home is definitely nicer than the pictures. We enjoyed boating, tubing, swimming, fishing and relaxing during our week stay. The amenities were great. Many family members enjoyed the paddle board and the kayak. Our accommodations comfortably fit all fourteen family members. Every evening had a cool lake breeze, and more windows with screens facing the lake would have even made our stay much better.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

JORDAN M.

20 June 2023

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

TRULY GREAT EXPERIENCE

The home and property were beautiful. The lake and fishing were all that we could hope for. A great experience for our entire family. Hoping to do it again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric W., Albertville

30 September 2022

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

Great weekend getaway

Beautiful log and stone home, well stocked kitchen, and comfortable beds, even though it rained most of the weekend there were plenty of things to keep us entertained. Thanks for letting us use your lovely cabin, we'll try to make it back next year.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

John D.

12 September 2022

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

Father Son Trip

We rented this house for a father and son trip and it was perfect.First, the house and property are simply stunning. Kathryn was very quick to reply to any questions we had. It was amazing all of the different amenities the house had from basic spices, cooking utensils, coolers, the list goes on. The location of the house in a back bay was so nice and great fire pit. Their grill is massive and worked great for us. We hopefully be returning in the future.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Betty B.

18 August 2022

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

Great place with few tweaks needed

Our overall experience was very good. The house handled our large family well. We enjoyed the gathering places, private dock and large yard a lot. House was well stocked, except for toilet paper, hand soap in sinks and large shower towels. The master bedrooms were very nice. Screens on the other bedroom windows would be nice as some of the bedrooms got a little hot. Couldn't open the bedroom windows as bugs could get in without the screens. Or central air if that's possible. The view and area were awesome and we would definitely recommend to others and would book again.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

15 August 2022

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

Beautiful home!

This property was incredible! We had so much fun- wish we could have stayed another week.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

John C., Chapel Hill NC

7 August 2022

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

Perfect Family Vacation Home!

House O Logs has everything a family would want. The house itself is amazing and plenty of room for everyone. The dock and beach are great for water sports and fishing (kids caught fish off the dock) and the immaculately maintained lawn was great for family soccer, corn hole (supplied) and just plain running around. The owner Kathryn was very accomodating and available for any questions. 30 minutes to Ely and the Sudan Mine is about 20 minutes away and worth a visit. Boats can be rented close and the Y store and Zups in Tower have everything you might need. The house construction is amazing!! The property is also very private with no neighbors visible...except from the dock. We HIGHLY recommend!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Kyle W.

1 August 2022

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

Secluded cabin

The cabin is absolutely beautiful. The logs are gorgeous and the room sizes were great. The owner is wonderful to work with. The reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 was because I thought some of the amenities were lacking. For example I thought the beach chairs were kinda cheap. They were thin plastic chairs and most were broken. The kitchen towels were old and stained, I ended up buying my own. Normally I wouldn't have a big problem with any of this but when I pay top dollar I expect those items would be top of the line. Overall we had a wonderful stay. The location is amazing and the loons were great. I would definitely stay again.

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca T.

19 July 2022

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

Fun family stay on Vermilion!

We had a great time at this property! We stayed with 6 adults and 4 children (ages 5 years - 10 months). Everyone was able to have their own space and spread out. The bay this house is on is quiet and pristine. We had a couple of loons (plus one baby) greet us a few times a day! The kitchen was well equipped and we appreciated the additional refrigerator around the corner in the laundry room as well as pantry. The kids LOVED the large backyard space, beach, and fishing right off the dock! The adults enjoyed beverages on the deck at night and the comfy living room chairs. We were excited to use the canoe at the boat house as well. The owner is very communicative and quick to respond to messages. We also talked about how great the property would be in the winter time as well! Thanks for a great stay for all.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mitchel D.

10 July 2022

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

Great time with the fam!

Really enjoyed our stay. Great big house with a yard that the kids loved. Clean, cozy and really great for escaping with a big family for a week long vacation on the lake. Thanks again for everything Kathryn!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kathryn

Our family roots are in the Iron Range and we love Lake Vermilion and the gorgeous sunsets, fantastic fishing and awesome snowmobiling!

Why they chose this property

This property was constructed from local trees outside of Ely. This is a one of a kind hand scribed custom log home. You will notice the logs are all different sizes and some are massively big. There is a floating wood staircase and has several wood carvings including one the size of an actual bear! In floor heat to keep your feet warm in the winter.

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5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

Den/5th Bedroom

Suite 1

Suite 2

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom Suite 1

Bathroom Suite 2

Powder Room

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