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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
TV, DVD player, books, video library
Exterior
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Ely, Minnesota
  • Superior National Forest
    1 min walk
  • Dorothy Molter Museum
    2 min drive
  • North American Bear Center
    2 min drive
  • Ely, MN (LYU-Ely Municipal)
    11 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Ely

With a stay at this vacation home in Ely, you'll be near the beach, just steps from Superior National Forest and a 2-minute drive from Dorothy Molter Museum. .This vacation home is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Burntside Lake and 4 mi (6.4 km) from White Iron Lake.
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What's nearby

  • Dorothy Molter Museum - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • North American Bear Center - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • International Wolf Center - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Burntside Lake - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • White Iron Lake - 11 min drive - 4.1 miles

Getting around

  • Hibbing, MN (HIB-Chisholm-Hibbing) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Boathouse Brewpub & Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Silver Rapids Lodge - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Gator's Grilled Cheese Emporium - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Ely Getaway Near Town, Lakes, & Outdoor Recreation

If you’re longing for a revitalizing escape to 'the world's best town for outdoor thrills,' look no further than this Ely vacation rental! This 2-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a luxurious vintage feel and an ideal location in Ely, which serves as the gateway to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. The BWCAW is the most visited wilderness area in the U.S. with more than one million acres of wilderness and waterways, including more than 1,000 lakes in the heart of the Superior National Forest.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Walkable Location | Free WiFi | Full Kitchen

Opal House is located within easy walking distance to the best pubs, coffee houses, restaurants, and shops - right in the heart of the 'Coolest Small Town in America. You can leave the car at home as you head out for a night on the town!

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds | Additional Sleeping: Queen Air Mattress w/ Bedding

INDOOR LIVING: 3 Roku Smart TVs w/ Netflix and Prime Video, dining table, ceiling fans, reading nook, high-end furnishings, vaulted bedroom ceilings
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, cooking basics, drip coffee maker, coffee grinder, toaster, blender, Crock-Pot
OUTDOOR AREA: Porch, lounge furniture
GENERAL: Central heating & air conditioning, linens, towels, hair dryer
PARKING: Free street parking

-- THE LOCATION --

RECREATION & NATURE: Trezona Trail Trailhead by Miners Lake (0.5 miles, < 10-min walk), Kawishiwi Falls Trail (6.0 miles), Bass Lake Trail (6.8 miles), Bear Head Lake State Park (16.9 miles), Giants Ridge Recreation Area (39.5 miles), Superior National Forest (40.1 miles)
NEARBY LAKES: Miners Lake (0.5 miles), Shagawa Lake (1.0 miles), Fall Lake (4.4 miles), Mitchell Lake (4.6 miles), White Iron Lake (5.6 miles), Garden Lake (5.6 miles), Cedar Lake (5.9 miles), Burntside Lake (6.2 miles)
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: Whiteside Park (0.4 miles) Dorothy Molter Museum (1.5 miles), International Wolf Center (1.9 miles)
FOOD + DRINK: Ely Steak House (0.3 miles), Britton's Cafe Inc. (0.3 miles), Insula Restaurant (0.4 miles), Boathouse Brewpub & Restaurant (0.4 miles), Gator's Grilled Cheese Emporium (0.6 miles)
AIRPORTS: Falls International Airport (114.0 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This home sleeps 6 guests in 2 queen beds and 2 twins. An additional raised, self-inflating queen airbed is provided with bedding if needed.
- NOTE: All bedrooms and bathrooms are located on the second floor and require stairs; therefore, this property might not be suitable for guests with limited mobility
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features exterior security cameras, located above the garage and on the back of the house, facing out. They do not look into any interior spaces
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and a stovetop. There's a private furnished lanai. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished lanai
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Coin laundry

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating 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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

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Ely Getaway Near Town, Lakes, & Outdoor Recreation Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shelley K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Marathon weekend
A lot to do around town and outdoor activities everywhere. Hiking, canoeing, site seeing, North American Bear Center is fabulous. Plenty of restaurants in walking distance and shopping!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House
I enjoyed the property. Everything was in working order and very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous stay
The place was perfect for us. Great location and very nice place stocked with everything you need!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon W., St. Paul, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable home
Cute older home near center of town. Plenty of room in the home to spread out. Well stocked kitchen with great appliances and cookware. Nice TVs in living room and both bedrooms. Bed and linens comfy and great bath towels! Central air conditioner kept us cool.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient
The location was great. Easy walking distance to shopping and restaurants. Nice option compared to hotels. There is limited lodging in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Polly N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything we needed
Such a comfortable stay for us. We had come as vendors for the Blueberry Art festival and this was the perfect spot! Walking distance to the park, downtown and still a quiet neighborhood. Very much enjoyed the air conditioning as it was crazy hot that weekend! The house was clean and comfy and the porch was a great spot to relax.. thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property!
We enjoyed the charm of this property for a week’s stay in Ely. Walking distance to town that offers a variety of restaurants and shops. Great space for our family of four adults and two children. Home was spotless and beautifully decorated. Great space in the bedrooms and updated kitchen. We highly recommend this home for your stay in Ely!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place
We had a wonderful stay at Opal house. Clean, comfortable, well stocked, and gracious hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cozy home for our long book club weekend.
Our book club stayed here 3 nights and had a wonderful time. The home is clean, cute, and well-provisioned. Chad was easy to communicate with; he told us the home was a set for an upcoming movie, and then gave us the title of the book the movie was based on. The home is very close to downtown, where we ate several times - and attended the Taylor Swift movie opening. During our stay we also went to the International Wolf Center and hiked a couple times. Would definitely stay in this home again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ely Getaway
Spent several days in Ely to get away from the city and do some hiking. The home was very clean and well appointed. Bedrooms are large, especially the second bedroom. Beds were also comfortable. The location is ideal for walking to the restaurants and shops. With the unseasonably warm weather the central air conditioning was greatly appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim B., Nashville, TN

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay in Ely
This cute home in downtown Ely is nicely appointed and conveniently located. It had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Only downside was a few squeaky stairs that made it hard for early risers to sneak downstairs and not wake others!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christie C., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
So charming!
My parents and I stayed here for a long weekend and it was absolutely perfect in every way. First, the location is ideal as we could walk to so many restaurants and stores. Second, the front porch was spacious enough to sit and watch the world go by. Last, the furnishings we’re comfortable and adorable! I would stay here again for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and convenient
Nice home with all amenities. Within walking distance of dining and shops. We enjoyed our stay and would come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jimmi Anne L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful!
We loved Opal House! Tons of historic charm with modern kitchen. Only 2.5 blocks from the main street. Communication with owner was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
So close to the shopping district!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place to use as a base for our trip
We loved staying at Opal house. It is cozy, spotlessly clean, and had a well equipped kitchen. We were able to walk all around town. Such a good place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brigid L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Opal House
Fabulous place + experience! Perfect for our trip! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Opal House
We really enjoyed our stay at the Opal House. The house is super cute and in walking distance to shops and restaurants. The house was really clean and super quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tamra R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Felt like home
This was fabulous! It felt like home when you arrive and every night when we went back after long day it was relaxing. Clean very charming home. I will have to go back to see how it was all decorated. Too short of trip. Slept very well. Wonderful experience!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ted W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute, clean house in quiet neighborhood 2 blocks from downtown.
Awesome place with lots of sleeping options and a shower and tub in separate bathrooms! Large TV and quiet street to park on. Nice porch if weather permits. Great property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great digs and amazing location!
Great place to stay for a long weekend! Walkable to nearly everywhere and a great kitchen for cooking! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelcey L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Rental
Beautiful historic home that was recently remodeled. It was a short walk to all the shops in Ely and Outfitters. We loved every day that we were there and will miss starting our mornings with coffee on the porch so much!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Claudene T., St. Louis, Mo

Liked: Cleanliness
Just Wonderful
Everything was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ashlee R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!!
This house is absolutely charming, clean and comfortable! You can’t beat the location - walking distance to all the shops and restaurants. Owner was responsive and easy to communicate with. Will be back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
Welcoming, clean, comfortable and within walking distance to great shopping and restaurants. Highly recommend.