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Moose Cabin at Wilderness Wind near Armstrong Lake near Ely, MN

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Ely, MN
  • Clear Lake
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Eagles Nest Lake Number Three
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Bear Head Lake State Park
    ‪14 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.

Moose Cabin at Wilderness Wind near Armstrong Lake near Ely, MN

We are asking our guests to bring their own sheets and pillow cases. Thank you for your understanding.



Moose cabin is a rustic log cabin with a kitchen with a water cooler to be filled from outdoor spigot, a dining area, a bedroom with a queen size bed and two twin beds in an enclosed sleeping porch and a nearby bathhouse with hot showers, lavatory sinks, and latrine toilets. Armstrong Lake is west of the cabins and therefore offers nightly sunset viewing at lakeside seating with a firepit for bonfires. Canoes and kayaks are available for use on the lake. A gravel swim beach near the ample lakeside seating provides fun family gathering. Nearby attractions include Wolf and Bear Centers, a mining museum, day canoe trips in the Boundary Waters, hiking or biking on nearby Mesabi Trail, and shopping for gear, apparel or local art in Ely.
During your stay at this cabin, you're just a quick walk from Armstrong Lake. The cabin includes amenities such as a kitchen and a microwave.
  • The cabin offers a kitchen, a fridge and a microwave
  • Steps from Armstrong Lake and a 2-minute drive from Clear Lake
Moose Cabin at Wilderness Wind near Armstrong Lake near Ely, MN offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Ely cabin is smoke free.

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Moose Cabin at Wilderness Wind near Armstrong Lake near Ely, MN Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dave W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay. Very relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Third time coming to Wilderness Wind, so relaxing and such a beautiful, clear and quite lake. We loved just relaxing by and in the water all day. It was great to have the canoes and kayaks availabe for use. Jay is a wonderful host, so friendly and welcoming! We will be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maggie Murphy

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay at Wilderness Winds! So fun to explore Ely, canoe the BWCA, and hike. Thank you, Jay for your hospitality!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin H., Bloomington

Liked: Cleanliness

7th Annual Girls Trip!

Us 4 ladies spent our 7th year at the Moose. The weather was perfect, Jay was a great host, the beds comfy, and the place and amenities were clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla D.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had an awesome time! Beds are comfy, great amenities, and east check in and out. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

C S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful stay. A charming little cabin for our family of 5 (4 year old slept on a mattress we brought). The highlight was kayaking at sunset and listening to the loons. I missed the detail about bringing our own bedsheets but Jay was so kind about it and brought us some extras he had. Would love to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doyle S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Convenient

Were pleasantly surprised to find a small beach. Quiet, small resort. Host is a nice pleasant guy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable rustic cabin, beautiful lake and resort managed by a wonderful person, great guests.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

It was just as advertised, and better than expected. Host Jay was great, and the amenities like canoes, kayaks, and fishing gear (including the bait), free to use is terrific.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fajardo W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfy Cabin

We had a wonderful stay in the Moose cabin. The cabin was airy and oh so comfortable. It was so helpful to have the kitchen for preparing meals. It is a quick walk to the dishwashing sink and the bathhouse, all of which is well maintained. Waking up early and taking a quick paddle on the lake was such a treat. We highly recommend booking a cabin at Wilderness Wind.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine T.

Liked: Cleanliness

First family vacation

We picked this location as it had everything and reasonably priced. It was my hubby, daughter(17) 2 pugs and myself. The moose is a great cabin for this amount of people. It was so peaceful and perfect. Smaller resort and only one other cabin with 2 lovely ladies was there. Such a great experience. Great host! Jay came by and sat by the fire and chatted with us. With every penny!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin H., Bloomington

Liked: Cleanliness

6th Annual Girls Trip!!

Myself and three girlfriends enjoyed our 6th annual Wilderness Wind Trip. Every year we are welcomed and we have the greatest time. The views, the nature, the fishing, the cabins, they company of other guests. The overall simplicity of this resort, and the host. Jay, makes it always so enjoyable. We are planning on being lifetime guests!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suresh S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice property

enjoyed
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

sara m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect retreat in the North Woods!

This is our second stay and it won’t be our last. Perfectly adorable cabins, great location, super friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet Retreat

We fished and relaxed. How was wonderful and kept the place clean. If you dont mind pit toilets, bath houses, and no AC, this is a great place
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awsome

So very peaceful
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colden H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Awesome place and really laid back! Will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Something for everyone

Clean, quiet, well maintained and comfortable!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin H., Bloomington

Liked: Cleanliness

5th annual girls trip!

This was our 5th year to Wilderness Wind and it was absolutely beautiful and amazing as per usual. Jay is awesome and Lulu is a great greeter! We stayed in Moose and loved every minute. Everything was clean and organized. We leave little trinkets hidden in the cabin every year, it's fun to see them moved to different spots☺️. We will definitely be back next year!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hope W., Minneapolis

Liked: Cleanliness

Love this place

Rustic and chill. Love the flexibility and old school feel. Nothing luxurious but everything perfect. Thank you Jay for all you do to make folks feel welcome.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Get away

Property as advertised. Cabins are basic, but an upgrade from camping and clean. Lake nice, beautiful sunsets. Loved the canoes. Great location easy drive to Bear Head State Park or Ely.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Duncan C.

Liked: Cleanliness

The focus is the outdoors

The cabin is a place to sleep, eat & cook and it did its job spectacularly. Plenty of room for 3 people, a little tight with 4 - but workable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellaina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing Weekend

Great place to get away from the rat race! Small, quiet, well-kept, simple. Nice lake, good for fishing! Resort has a great community fireplace and lots of kayaks and canoes to use. Proceeds go to a great organization helping troubled kids from the Chicago area. Quiet roads for walking/running. Close enough to Ely and Tower with plenty to do!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy cabin

My kids and I stayed at Wilderness Wind in the Moose cabin. I chose this resort due to the location as it was near a few MN State Parks, something we do each summer! The cabin has a lot of character and met our needs for an upgraded camping experience. The resort is set up to do traditional camping tasks (e.g. dishes outside, bath house, etc). But also provides a few amenities like a refrigerator and stove for cooking. The view of the lake was amazing and we had access to kayaks and other watercraft for use if we wanted. Jay, the property manager was very kind and helpful. He shared information about the resort being a non-profit and how they support youth programming. That is pretty awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023