Cabin Retreat with Sauna, Trails and Lake Access

Entire cabin in Ely, Minnesota

  1. 8 guests
  2. 5 bedrooms
  3. 7 beds
  4. 1 bath
Hosted by Lindsay
  1. 3 years hosting

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Your very own spa

Relax with the outdoor shower and sauna.

Self check-in

Check yourself in with the keypad.
Best rates of the year in April and May! We still have a few stays available.
Your private five-bedroom cabin with relaxing sauna sits beside miles of state park trails, fishing lakes and towering pines.
Very close to Bear Head Lake State Park & Mesabi Trail
Cozy electric sauna plus modern comforts
Pet-friendly & family-ready
After a day outdoors, gather around the fire, stream a movie, or stargaze from the deck.
Beds are made, towels fresh-just arrive and unwind.
Book Piney Woods Cabin today!

The space
Piney Woods Retreat is fully furnished with everything you'll need for a few days or a few weeks. The property includes the Cabin, Guesthouse, Sauna and 3-season Glass House surrounded by a beautiful pine forest and hiking trails. The whole place is yours to enjoy during your stay.

PLEASE NOTE:
We have 1 full bathroom in the main cabin. There’s an additional shower in the basement and a year-round sauna with an outdoor summer cold shower for additional bathing options.

LOFT BEDROOM:
- 1 King Bed
- 2 Pack n Play travel cribs
- 2 Twin mattresses

MAIN FLOOR BEDROOM:
- 1 Double Bed
- Room darkening shades
- Across the hall from the bathroom

LIVING ROOM:
- Sectional Sofa w/ Queen Sleeper
- Gas fireplace
- Huge windows & natural light

BASEMENT BEDROOM:
- 1 Twin Bed & work space

FULLY EQUIPPED KITCHEN & PANTRY:
- Pots & pans
- Dishes & utensils
- Olive oil, salt & pepper
- Coffee pots
- Coffee beans & burr grinder

ONE FULL BATHROOM:
- Deep tub w/shower

GUEST HOUSE - 1 Bedroom
- 2 Queen beds
- Workspace w/ Wi-Fi
- Available year-round
- Room darkening shades on most windows
- Separate building, a few steps to main cabin

GLASS HOUSE - 1 Room
- 1 Double bed, sleeps 2
- Spend the night, or read & nap in the afternoon
- Two wicker chairs & small table for coffee time
- Short trail through the woods to main cabin
- 3-season use, when the snow isn’t too deep

SAUNA (at the backside of the Guesthouse)
- Private use
- Available year round
- Outdoor cold shower, May-September
- Electric finnleo stove

ADDITIONAL BATHING OPTIONS:
- Basement shower
- Year round sauna with outdoor summer shower

LAUNDRY
- Washer & dryer in the basement
- Laundry detergent provided
- Drying lines

OUTDOOR SEATING & GRILLS
- Gas grill
- Extra propane inside garage
- Screen House w/ dining table & chairs (May-Sep)

FIREPIT
- Designated fire pit & seating
- Usually available all year depending on snow levels
- Firewood not provided, but available nearby
- Firewood for purchase: just down the road from us at Bear Head Lake State Park and most gas stations is Ely.

Guest access
Guests will have access to the entire 5 acres and all buildings.

Other things to note
PETS
Dogs are welcome!
The pet fee is $100 at time of booking, max 2 dogs.

We have food/water bowls & towels
for our 4-legged guests.

Please bring their own dog bed and crate
so they feel comfortable and safe.

Where you’ll sleep

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What this place offers

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Lake access
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Wifi
Dedicated workspace

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 110 reviews.

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for value

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Where you’ll be

Ely, Minnesota, United States

Neighborhood highlights

HIKE TO PICKEREL LAKE, 0.6 miles
Take a nice 15-20 min hike through the woods from the driveway at Piney Woods to Pickerel Lake. Scramble down the hill to the lake, stand on the rock to fish, or relax and take in the view. You will cross the paved Mesabi Trail along the south shore of the lake. Walk or bike for miles!

BEAR HEAD LAKE STATE PARK, 1.9 miles
Beautiful hiking trails, wilderness atmosphere, nice swimming beach, 23 miles of lakeshore & equipment rental. (Canoes, Kayaks, & SUP's). Firewood for sale at the Park Office.
Winter: Groomed XC ski trails, snowshoeing in the woods & spur to Taconite State Trail via Cub Lake, groomed for snowmobile.

LAKE VERMILION-SOUDAN UNDERGROUND MINE STATE PARK, 14 miles
Hiking through acres of old growth pine forest, wildlife & birding, lake recreation & public water access.

MESABI TRAIL, 1.2 miles
Bike from the Mississippi to the BWCA! Bring your bikes with you, or rent from Ely Bike and Kicksled in Ely.
Access the trailhead & parking at Eagles Nest Town Hall near the Kiosk, or follow the trail from Piney Woods towards Pickerel Lake.

DAVID DILL ARROWHEAD & TACONITE STATE TRAILS, 1 mile
You can take the spur from Bear Head Lake State Park Road to connect to 165 miles of trails. Hiking, biking, snowmobiling.

Meet your host

Started hosting in 2023
Speaks English
Lives in Ely, Minnesota
I lived on Burntside Lake on-site at Camp Widjiwagan in Ely, Minnesota for many years and recently moved closer to town. I love exploring the amazing lakes and trails all around the area. Some of my favorite activities are hiking, biking, XC skiing, paddle boarding & photography. I’ve got some great recommendations for you in our guidebook! We look forward to welcoming you to our family cabin at Piney Woods Retreat, just west of Ely, MN!

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 3:00 PM
Checkout before 10:00 AM
8 guests maximum
Safety & property
Exterior security cameras on property
Nearby lake, river, other body of water
May encounter potentially dangerous animal