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Modern Log Cabin - Ely - Shagawa Lake

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Property grounds
Dining
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
4 bedrooms, desk, travel cot, free WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 17272 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Ely, MN
  • International Wolf Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Dorothy Molter Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • North American Bear Center
    ‪5 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Modern Log Cabin - Ely - Shagawa Lake

Lakefront cabin with kitchen and patio
This smoke-free cabin features a sauna, laundry facilities and an arcade/games room. Other amenities include a garden and barbecues. The cabin has 4 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a sofa bed. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Guest accommodation at this cabin offers fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to patios. This accommodation is furnished with sofa beds, dining tables and kitchen islands. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers and hairdryers.

This Ely cabin provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs.

Recreational amenities at the cabin include a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

During your stay at this cabin, you're just a quick walk from Superior National Forest. Laundry facilities and an arcade/games room are available. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the cabin.
  • The cabin offers a kitchen, a washing machine and 3.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a car charging station
  • On-site recreation includes a sauna and a playground
  • Steps from Superior National Forest and a 4-minute drive from Dorothy Molter Museum
As a guest of Modern Log Cabin - Ely - Shagawa Lake, you'll find a sauna, barbecue grills, and an arcade/games room. The family-friendly Modern Log Cabin - Ely - Shagawa Lake also features a garden and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Ely cabin is smoke free.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • In-room accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Boat
  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Paddleboard
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,932 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Do not dive off the dock, only foot first jumping, there are rocks in the water.
Do not move furniture
Do not clean fish in the cabin, there is a cleaning station with a table and water outside on the exterior of the kitchen.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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: 17
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number 40888-58982

Reviews

Modern Log Cabin - Ely - Shagawa Lake Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey N.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a wonderful cabin and great for a big group.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place. Loved the location and the lake was so peaceful. Heard many loons and eagles because we believe there was an eagles nest nearby. I even scared a deer on accident. It was simply a wonderful stay. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house and property! Enjoyed fishing, kayaking, and paddle boarding. The sauna was an extra bonus!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grete T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very responsive and helpful host. Wonderful layout and space. Well maintained.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxation hideaway

The most relaxing vacation I take all year!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

WONDERFUL!

This property is perfect for large groups. Never did we feel like we didn’t have enough space. The canoe and the kayaks were nice to have on hand and the sauna was fantastic….all the amenities were great and we did use them all.The host Marcus was very quick to respond to all of our questions.Highly recommend this property, you will not be disappointed.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Winter wonderland!!

House location is wonderful!! It was great in winter but I bet even better in summer. Proximity to town was perfect. The game room was an absolute blast and the views from the main room were phenomenal!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet getaway

The house was spectacular, very clean and well laid out. Everyone had a quiet bedroom to retreat to each night, and the common areas were large and accommodating.I saw more deer from the house than I saw the last three years combined sitting in the woods, and I’m a pretty serious hunter. It’s really cool to wake up, be drinking coffee, and watch multiple deer walk right outside the window.Lake access was a breeze, and wile fishing wasn’t amazing, fish were still caught, including a 15lb pike. Marcus was very responsive, and very friendly. I highly recommend this property for your next up north adventure.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M., Hibbing, MN

Liked: Cleanliness

Best Ely Rental

Before you even arrive at the rental Marcus & Abby warmly welcomed us, provided info and communicated promptly! From the moment you walk in, you feel right at home. The Northern Exposure cabin is tastefully decorated, clean, cozy, comfortable and plenty of room for our group. All have their own space and gathering areas. Loved the lake view and sauna. We used it every night. Even better when it snows. We snowshoed right from the house and nearby trails. We hope to return one day!! Thanks for making our stay TOP NOTCH!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Winter get-away with friends

This is the place! Nice proximity to everything. Beautiful home with everything we needed. Excellent communication with owner. Would 100% recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaimelyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Weekend

Beautiful property, very spacious, great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanksmas Stay

Gorgeous views and very nice cabin! Host was extremely responsive to any and all of our questions. He even helped locate a left behind toy. Only recommendation is if you travel there in the winter make sure you have good tires and 4 wheel drive! Drive is steep and slipperly when that gorgeous Minneaota snow starts falling!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

dale w., Cedarburg

Liked: Cleanliness

West Family Ely Adventures

We loved our stay in Ely. The property is new, well equipped and setup nicely to handle large groups (we were 8 adults and one infant). Marcus and Abby were very accessible and addressed the few minor requests we had proactively (with follow up to make sure we were happy with the results). If we can get the crew together again next year - we will definitely come back to the Ely Cabin.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Reunion

We had a wonderful stay at this property, which provided a perfect blend of activities and relaxation. The sauna was a highlight, offering a great way to unwind. The high-end appliances, along with the grill and smoker, made cooking a pleasure. We truly enjoyed our time here and would definitely rent this property again. 5/5 Rating!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Memorial Day Weekend Getaway

Three families headed to Ely for the Memorial Day weekend and had a wonderful time at this modern log cabin. The house was a perfect for our size of group of 12. The kitchen was large and well equipped for in-home cooking, and the adults and kids each had their own spaces to hang out. We also enjoyed the sauna and beach. The location near Ely made it easy to swing by the grocery store, visit the Wolf Center, and head into the Boundary Waters for a day. There was even a running path nearby for us runners.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan L.

Liked: Cleanliness

North exposure Cabin

Very relaxing and convenient to anywhere you needed to go. The cabin has plenty of room to accommodate a family wish we could’ve stayed longer
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Idyllic Retreat

Marcus and Abby Andrusko's "Northern Exposure Cabin" provided the ideal destination for our reunion of longtime friends. There were so many things about the experience that stood out to my friends and me. For starters, Marcus and Abby's attention to detail is impeccable. From the airy, yet cozy, design of the cabin to the the incredibly tasteful decor, the home was fit for a magazine. While our group prepared most of our meals in advance, we were taken by Northern Exposure's kitchen offerings. The cabin had just about anything one could want to prepare any meal. What's more, the knives were numerous AND sharp! The abundance of high-quality flatware, glassware, plates and bowls are ideal for a large group. From the foosball table to the Pac-Man, from the broad movie offerings to the many puzzles and from the loft's gaming table to the inviting sauna, if bad weather finds you stuck inside for a spell, there is no shortage of fun things to keep one busy. While most of our group has spent a lot of time in Ely, Marcus and Abby's Ely information booklet was remarkably thorough and exhaustive. Book the place, and you'll see - the hosts are ALL about the details! The cabin is within walking distance to Ely, yet distant enough to make one feel like they are far removed from the cares of the world. There were a few occasions on which I needed to communicate with the hosts. I am very grateful for the swift and thoughtful responses I received. I would highly recommend Northern Exposure!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

Everything about our stay was positively perfect! Very responsive to our needs if we had questions, beds were extremely comfortable. The home is absolutely gorgeous and every amenity is available you want for nothing. Would stay here again in a heartbeat, we had a fantastic time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dale L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Timber Frame House w/ Modern Conveniences

The house was very well equipped and has a lot of character, decorated with Ely and BWCA history and antiquities. Well thought out.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanksgiving Family Getaway

The house was absolutely beautiful as pictured. We loved everything about it - the spacious living room, sauna, and game room! We especially loved playing game after game of Pac-Man and utilizing the upstairs large table to work on a Christmas puzzle. We enjoyed the sunset views over the water while we sat around the bonfire. The location was great for us. We enjoyed being close to town to grab coffee in the morning and to check out the shops. We experienced some trouble with the oven the night before Thanksgiving, but Marcus was quick to respond and sent a maintenance guy over right away to help. He checked in and made sure our stay was going well. We really appreciated their care and communication. We hope to come back to enjoy all of the wonderful amenities again. I will be recommending this place to all my friends who plan to visit the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

Beautiful lake home situated in a beautiful setting on the lake!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect House for family gathering!

We rented this home for our daughter’s wedding weekend in Ely. We have a tiny cabin and in the area and needed a larger place to accommodate our large family and this house was perfect! We had 12 people total and were a central gathering place for many out of town and local family and friends. The house was immaculate- seriously the cleanest house any of us have rented. The kitchen was well stocked, the beds were comfortable and bedrooms were out of the way and private. There were plenty of spaces for people to get away from the group and plenty of space for us to gather with everyone. The screen porch was perfect for morning coffee. No mosquitos because of our late September stay! We enjoyed the Sauna AND our swims afterwards. Location is great and close to town; if you want to walk to breakfast the Grand Ely Lodge is 1/4 mile away on the bike trail. Ely is a second home for us but if you are new to the area the owners have a well written book with local hot spots and trails listed, plus everything you need to know about the property. The only downfall- which isn’t even an issue- is that the neighbors seem to be intolerant of noise- our grandchildren are 3-5 and their outside noisy play elicited a noise complaint from the neighbors, nevertheless the owners contacted us and were understanding- they just asked us to try to turn it down a notch, which we did.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara C.

Liked: Cleanliness

50th Anniversary success!

We rented the cabin to celebrate my parent's 50th wedding anniversary. During our childhood my parents took us on canoe trips into the boundary waters. These hardcore trips are core memories for us. Therefore, to celebrate 50 years we wanted to recreate the memories without all of the hardship. Staying at this beautiful cabin was perfection. We got the smells, sights and feels of the boundary waters but with luxury instead of misery. It makes me wonder why my parents ever did it any other way...oh wait, I know, it built character. Thanks Ma & Pa we love you. We also love the cabin and hope to get rent it out again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home with plenty of space, inside and out!

Our extended family of 16 (ages 66-1 year) just returned from a stay at this beautiful property. We had a wonderful time! Home: the home is spacious and we never felt crowded. It was equipped with everything we needed to cook all of our meals. The pack n play and high chair were a bonus! Plenty of towels, which is always nice. We spent most of our nights in the screened in porch (darn fire ban and heat), but it was perfect. The decor in the house was so much fun, even our kids commented on it. Very well done. There is no AC, but even on the 91 degree day, the house stayed cool. It’s very shade and has a wonderful breeze off of the lake. Outdoors: beautiful, spacious lot. Our kids spent nearly all day on the beach. The house was stocked with many outdoor toys; we especially loved the kayaks, SUP, and bags. A bonus was the many life jackets provided! We enjoyed boating on the lake and even went to nearby Burntside lake, which was beautiful as well. Location: You can’t beat this location in the Ey area. The house is a short car ride to town or even a short 8-10 min bike ride to town. We loved having the bike trail right across the street. Host: Marcus was more than accommodating and could not have been a better host. He responded to all inquiries in a timely manner and provided detailed information on the house that we appreciated! Check in check out was some of the easiest we’ve dealt with.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Couldn’t have been better

What a beautiful cabin. We couldn’t have asked for more. Hosts were helpful and welcoming. My only regret is that I didn’t get a chance to try out the sauna. Next time. Thanks so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023