Big Lake Wilderness Lodge: Vermilion-FREE PONTOON with weekly rental

Ely, Minnesota vacation rental

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  • Bedrooms - 2
  • Bathrooms - 1.0
  • Sleeps - 4
  • Pets considered
  • On Big Lake near BWCAW

Here are some of the special sounds of the wilderness you'll experience on this remote themed vacation: Freshly-caught fish sizzling in the fry pan; the crackle of an evening campfire; the eerie wail of a loon; the breeze through dense pine forests.

Vermilion is a cozy lakeview cabin, in the process of a full kitchen remodel. It comes with a picnic table, Weber grill, BBQ utensils, and patio furniture so you can maximize outside time. Partially shaded so you can enjoy the summer sun and cool off in the shade.

What will you see? Right out the front door is Big Lake’s 1,800 acres of water, 14 islands, and numerous inlets and bays.; fish in the boat - Big Lake has a reputation for giving up some trophy fish, walleye, yellow perch, pike and smallmouth bass. We have free kayaks, canoes, paddleboat for our guests.

Sleeping arrangement: (5 persons) Double bed in one bedroom. Twin over double bunk in other room. Full bath with tub.

FREE-PONTOON when you rent Vermilion, Sat-Sat.

Unique Features

Big Lake Wilderness Lodge Resort Cabin has a well-stocked kitchen with a gas stove and oven, microwave, drip coffeemaker, toaster, refrigerator/freezer, and plenty of dinnerware and cookware. Our 15 well-spaced cabin resort is on the scenic Echo Trail and is surrounded by the Superior National Forest with its abundant wildlife and numerous hiking trails.

Welcome to the virtual gateway to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, the BWCAW. Since you book directly with us, we can help you plan an outfitted overnight BWCA canoe trip. Show your kids how Nature is significantly more important than any tech device. You can experience BWCAW on Big Lake too: A campsite located on the west side of the lake is within the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.

Things To Do

The hiking: Top on the “locals list” is Angleworm Trail: 14 miles, with 11 miles forming a loop around Angleworm, Home and Whiskey Jack lakes. Bass Lake Trail: 5.6 miles around Bass Lake though a ridge of glacial gravel and a gorge over 250 feet wide.

The boating and canoeing: Bring your boat or use the free boat/motor package included. No motor-size restrictions and a public boat ramp access is nearby. Your family-oriented summer getaway will include lots of time on and in the water.

The sightseeing: Even the slow drive in might reveal a big moose. We're the most remote drive-in resort in northern Minnesota. Birds are prevalent! There are approximately 155 species of birds breed in the Superior forest (100 small and inconspicuous song birds).

Amenities: Rental type

  • Pets considered
  • Seasonal rental

Amenities: Housekeeping

  • Linens Provided

Amenities: Kitchen amenities

  • Furnished kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Coffee maker

Amenities: Bathroom amenities

  • Shower
  • Paper products

Amenities: Onsite recreation

  • Satellite/Cable TV
  • Outdoor grill
  • Outdoor firepit
  • On ATV trail

Amenities: Waterfront recreation

  • Fishing boat with oars
  • Private dock

Amenities: Nearby recreation

  • Public hunting land
  • Bike trails
  • Mountain biking
  • Rock climbing
  • Horseback riding
  • ATV trails
  • Snowmobile trails
  • Downhill skiing
  • Designated scenic highway
  • Distillery
  • Boating
  • Rivers
  • River rafting
  • Tubing
  • Lakes
  • Water sport rentals
  • Marina
  • Public boat launch

Amenities:

Rental type

  • Pets considered
  • Seasonal rental

Housekeeping

  • Linens Provided

Kitchen amenities

  • Furnished kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Coffee maker

Bathroom amenities

  • Shower
  • Paper products

Onsite recreation

  • Satellite/Cable TV
  • Outdoor grill
  • Outdoor firepit
  • On ATV trail

Waterfront recreation

  • Fishing boat with oars
  • Private dock

Nearby recreation

  • Public hunting land
  • Bike trails
  • Mountain biking
  • Rock climbing
  • Horseback riding
  • ATV trails
  • Snowmobile trails
  • Downhill skiing
  • Designated scenic highway
  • Distillery
  • Boating
  • Rivers
  • River rafting
  • Tubing
  • Lakes
  • Water sport rentals
  • Marina
  • Public boat launch

Property styles

Property settings

  • Boundary Waters Canoe Area (BWCA)

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Rates & Specials

BOOK DIRECT
$1225 - $1395 per week

3rd party booking

$1593 - $1814 per week

Based on 5 people.

5/17/2024 to 6/7/2024: $1225/wk

6/8/2024 to 8/16/2024: $1395/wk

8/17/2024 to 10/5/2024:
$1225/wk



FREE PONTOON with a weekly rental

Fee is $95 per week or $19 per night per pet.

Fishing boat, motors and pontoon boats are for rent. Deposits: A deposit of 50% of the cabin rate is required to secure your reservation. Deposits are due within 10 days of your reservation request. Payment in full for reserved cabin and equipment is due at check-in. If your cancellation notice is received less than 60 days in advance of arrival, refunds minus a $150 service fee will be made ONLY IF the cabin is rented to another party for the entire time of the original reservation.

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FREE PONTOON when you rent Vermilion Sat-Sat.

Reviews

Tommy Wisneski — 5 star
Rebecca Armstrong Merritt — 5 star
Fabian Schuder — 5 star
Beautiful scenery, very secluded, lots of activities for everyone, seriously one of the most peaceful places. Its my happy place Melissa Lou Wiedemann
kyle d Reviewed June 15, 2015. My two boys and I had a week long adventure to Big Lake Wilderness Lodge. I planned the trip along with the help of the resort manager and fishing guru.
Aaron B Reviewed December 13, 2014. We've stayed here for our family vacation for 20 straight years. It's great and we look forward to coming to Big Lake Wilderness Lodge every year. Big Lake is beautiful

Map & Owner/Manager Info.

Property Details

4988 Big Lake Road
Ely, MN 55731
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218-235-8925 call or text
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