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Escape to cozy remote cabin on lake with beautiful views

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Beach
Outdoor dining
Exterior
1 bedroom, bed sheets
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly

Explore the area

Map
Babbitt, MN
  • Superior National Forest
    1 min walk
  • Birch Lake
    9 min drive
  • Bear Head Lake State Park
    39 min drive
  • Ely, MN (LYU-Ely Municipal)
    16 min drive

Room options

About this property

Entire place

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

Escape to cozy remote cabin on lake with beautiful views

Wonderful 1960 traditional cabin on gorgeous secluded lake.
520 sq ft with all wood interior, large windows and a big front porch. A short boat ride from public access or canoe ride brings you the to cabin with ample dock space and where a large fire-pit awaits you and a sand box for the little ones. We also have a few kayaks for your use. A short hike will bring you out to the point - a very special place of interest on the island where you can have coffee in the morning or a few drinks after a long day. I love to read, knit, draw, and view all the birds and the nesting eagle on the island while listening to the loons and enjoy a sunrise or a gorgeous sunset!
There is a lovely traditional Swedish sauna building with shower and dressing area. We keep the wood shed stocked up for the sauna and for the fire-pit. The wood is directly behind the shed - easy access.
Great fishing lake from dock or out on the lake.
1 bedroom with king bed and a double pull out couch in living room.
Full kitchen with everything you need to cook inside or grill outside on deck or at the fire-pit beside lake. Great place to fry up those fresh fish after a long day on the lake.
No interior bathroom, but a clean lovely outhouse not far from the cabin. A truly rustic experience!
A very short car ride will bring you into the very special town of Ely for shopping, food, and anything you might want to experience in small town living!
You will also be very close to the Boundary Water Canoe area
for great exploration and photos! Day trips or overnights as well with guides if needed. Ely offers plenty of options for you
During your stay at this cabin, you're just a quick walk from Superior National Forest. A kitchen and a patio are available in the cabin.
  • Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, patio, and sofa bed
  • Steps from Superior National Forest and 9 minutes by car from Birch Lake
This cabin offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Babbitt cabin is smoke free.

Property manager

Cindy Wasem

Property amenities

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Living spaces

  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Birdwatching 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
Minimum check-in age: 21

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 pets
  • 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.

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
Onsite 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.

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property Bouvet Island
Vrbo Property Private vacation home
Vrbo Property Private vacation home Bouvet Island

Escape to cozy remote cabin on lake with beautiful views Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ann H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic Beauty
Very much enjoyed my stay at this charming rustic island cabin on a gorgeous lake. The dock and decks by the lake were great for water sports and hanging out. Sunsets on the point were a highlight. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Second Stay
This was our family’s second time staying at Cindy’s cabin and it was just as perfect as the first time! The lake is beautiful, great for fishing! We love the sauna and being able to swim right off the dock-especially after the sauna. The cabin is clean and cozy with everything needed for a great stay. Cindy is a communicative and thoughtful host. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Life with Northwoods all around
We had another great time at the remote cabin. Just what we needed, lost of loons, eagles and other wildlife. So perfect for us, we love to camp.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jane K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect cabin on a lake
This was a great spot for a quick getaway. We loved the deck, the dock, and the views. It's on a lovely island that is easy to get to but still feels far away. The king-size bed is super comfortable. It was great to feel like you are in the wilderness but still have a nice bed!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

M N., Minneapolis, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
More than we expected
We just finished an amazing stay on the island. The cabin, point, lake, sauna, dock, are even better than expected. We felt right at home and had everything we needed on hand. All you need to do is bring your food, clothes, bait and poles. The sauna was incredible and the lake is so clean it felt amazing to jump in and swim right from the dock. If lake swimming isn't for you, you can use the shower in the sauna to clean off. The best fishing on the lake is right by this cabin. We enjoyed fresh fish for a couple of nights during our stay. We hope this becomes the place we can come back to year after year. Thank you to Cindy for sharing this special place with us. We are grateful for the time and refreshed for our regular lives. P.S. We rented a pontoon boat for our stay but you could easily stay on this island by using the canoe or renting a small fishing boat.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kris K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Northwood Adventure
A slice of cabin life, everything you could need to cook meals. Boating and fishing were great!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janel G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Island retreat!
This was our second stay here! Enjoyed the clean, rustic cabin which is nicely equipped with all of the essentials! The view is amazing! We spent most of trip on the dock system or attached deck! Would highly recommend this for a quiet getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous/ friendly
We had a fabulous stay at this little gem! The hosts were amazing! Location was perfect! The bed was so comfy It had everything we needed! We hope to be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bear Island Cabin Stay!
This was such a great fishing trip for my dad and me! We had an absolute blast. The views were stunning, the cabin was cozy and super well maintained, the communication from the host and team was timely, and overall, it was a great experience. I would highly recommend to anyone who’s looking to get away and relax or go fishing! We had great success and even got to feed the bald eagles that sat in a tree just 150 yards across from the cabin. Huge thanks to the amazing hosts!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kris K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Island Adventure Cabin
What a perfect base camp/cabin if you're looking north woods adventure. It was everything I expected and more. We swam and fished every day from the dock. Cabin has all you need to cook and eat. Where use to camping in the BWCA so this was a luxury to be able to cook indoors with a the equipment. Great deck for enjoying meals and fire pit for s'mores at night. The sauna was a slice of heaven. Our whole family had a blast!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Time EVER
My family of 3 (myself, husband and 17 year old son) rented the cabin on Bear Island Lake for a week and had a blast. Everything about the rental process was such a pleasant experience. Cindy is kind, helpful, and generous. We have been renting vacation cabins for many years and have never experienced her level of attentiveness. The cabin is just as described in the listing but better in person, very clean, cozy and lovable! Even though there is no indoor bathroom (no big deal to us, the outhouse was very nice), the sauna/shower room made it easy to wash up and the lake water system for the kitchen sink was convenient for dishwashing. It never really felt as though we were “roughing it”. We also appreciated the super comfy bed! The location on the lake was beautiful, and being close to the public boat launch made it easy to get our gear to the island as well as canoe/kayak over when we wanted to leave the lake. The lake was great for fishing (one of the most important criteria for my fishing-obsessed husband and son) and also great for swimming-usually you don’t get both, so that was a treat! I could go on and on about our whole experience but to sum it up, we fell in love with the place and will definitely return someday to relive the great memories we made. Honestly, I can’t think of a single thing I would change about our experience. Wish we were closer than 12 hours away so we could come back often and in other seasons. This is a lake cabin done right. Thanks Cindy for a wonderful vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aaron F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome little cabin on a very quiet lake.
Stayed in this small island cabin on Bear Island Lake for three nights. The house is awesome with a king sized bed, pull out couch, and a small love seat. The patio and fire ring were the areas mostly used by us because there is little reason to be inside. Everything we needed in the kitchen was provided. Very clean, nice, but rustic at the same time. We had no problems with the stairs. The host is also a super awesome lady. The whole process was seamless and super easy. She met us at the boat ramp and everything was ready to go. I wish we could have stayed longer. One of the coolest places I have stayed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

Liked: Cleanliness
FISHING
CLOSE TO BOAT LANDING, CABIN WAS CLEAN, STAIRS A BIT TENUOUS. GREAT PROPERTY
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022