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Nestled between Hidden Valley trails and Ely's cute downtown, a perfect homebase

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Living area
Terrace/patio
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4112 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Ely, MN
  • Dorothy Molter Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • International Wolf Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • White Iron Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬

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Vacation UniquEly cottage #1

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Microwave
4.7 out of 5, Exceptional, (30)
The price is €209
for 1 cottage
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Vacation UniquEly cottage #1

About this property

Entire place

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

Nestled between Hidden Valley trails and Ely's cute downtown, a perfect homebase

This spacious property is the perfect homebase for all your Ely area adventures. If you mt bike or nordic ski, or just like to walk beautiful trails through the woods, you'll love the convenient, quiet, and forested location. If you like restaurants, the arts and fun-outdoorsy shops, you're in luck too - located at the city limits, less than a half mile from the grocery store. If you need a jumping off point into the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, this is your spot as well, with amenities such as a deck, a dishwasher and a full laundry room.

November-December considerations for family gatherings are the well-appointed kitchen and large dining table (new pictures just uploaded!) Hidden Valley Nordic Ski trails are also groomed early season, sometimes as soon as Nov 20th (fat biking is a shoulder-season option of course too!)
During your stay at this apartment building, you're just a quick walk from Superior National Forest. Features include a gym and laundry facilities. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the apartment.
  • Air-conditioned apartment with kitchen, washing machine, and refrigerator
  • Free WiFi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes a gym and a playground
  • Steps from Superior National Forest and 10 minutes by foot from Dorothy Molter Museum
This apartment offers its guests a fitness center, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Ely apartment is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Gym

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)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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.

Nestled between Hidden Valley trails and Ely's cute downtown, a perfect homebase Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charlene H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Roomy family unit

great location - quiet - parking lot could have been de-iced more effectively - close to town
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

JT F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nature get away

Great location, convenient to everything. Looking forward to another trip
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place to stay

The property was open and comfortable. The host was very responsive. The forest outside the windows was beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L., South Haven, Minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful family getaway

We had a great time and enjoyed all the games to play. The wood stove was a plus to keep us extra cozy while having family time. Thanks for a great place to getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

William S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful Place to Stay

The location is ideal. It is within a couple minutes of town, and yet out in the woods and nature. We loved being able to use the wood stove and being within walking distance to the International Wolf Center. There were a couple maintenance issues when we first checked in, but the host quickly took care of them.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Northwoods Retreat

Our stay was relaxing, comfortable, and amazing. The view of the wooded ravine from the living room windows made you feel like you were deep in the woods. The apartment had plenty of space to spread out, while at the same time feeling cozy and comfortable. The facilities were better than advertised and Heather answered all of our questions. Heather, thank you for a wonderful stay. We hope to come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Close to town but feels well removed

Worked out great for my stay in Ely. Just outside town in a wooded setting - so a nice balance between environment and convenience. Price was very reasonable. I was not clear that there are other attached apartment properties on the site - was only drawback. But hardly even heard (never saw them) the others so no big deal in the end. If headed xc skiing or mtn biking - house is on the entrance road to Hidden Valley so incredibly easy access.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

John T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pretty nice place to stay.

This was a nice place, however, the fact it is a multiplex was not touched upon in the description. There were at least 2 other parties there. They were in no way disruptive to our stay. Wouldn't have known they were there were it not for their vehicles. Just would have liked to known in advance it is a multiplex.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Christine k.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed for a wedding

Over all it was a nice area and the stay was good
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

kayla k.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute

Cute little apartment that was secluded but accessible to the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful place to stay!

We thoroughly enjoyed our time in this cozy,beautiful place. Heather communicated well. It was quiet and peaceful after a busy day exploring Ely and the area. The place was very clean and spacious. We certainly would recommend it to others. .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sally

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location and the apartment.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place before the BWCA

This was a great place for our family of four to stay before heading into the BWCA! The wood stove was great, location and deck by the woods. Walking distance to ranger station for permit too!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family fishing trip

Four guys came up to do a 3 day fishing trip. The house was perfect for us. Nice kitchen. Big living area and everything Was nice and clean. Quiet place to stay. No one bothered us the whole time we were there. Would come back
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The unit was beautiful and the kitchen well equipped for cooking. 5 minute walk to the wolf center. Secluded jut the way you would expect. Would definitely come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Private, easy check in.

Private, clean property. As advertised, close to town businesses & attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Quite Location

Nice location just outside of town, spacious rooms, woodsy quite location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill M., Prior Lake Minnesota USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Ely great location.

Wolf center super close, Dorthy Molter Root beer museum super close. Hidden Valley Mountain biking and hiking trails super close. We Kayaked 5 lakes nearby our favorite Birch lake. We day camped at Birch Lake, a national forest campground for a few days and then came back to clean crisp sheets, showers and flush toilets. The shopping is great and on Tuesday there was an art and farmers market in downtown park. We went to Tiki Tuesday! Live Music at Mealey's Gift & Sauna Shop. What a great setting. It’s BYOB so we brought wine and cheese great setting with rocking chairs.. On the same Tuesday Brainstorm Bakery had Jillian Rae live on small intimate stage next door. Great local vibe, great hikes at Dry Creek, Basswood lake and Kawishiwi Falls Trail. Had a great time and had a VRBO bass camp that was large, comfortable, quiet and has Gas Weber grill on a deck facing the woods. Thanks Heather for great communication and sharing this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing and spacious

This apartment was very nice. Lots of room and very quiet. Perfect location for our family
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, clean, perfect for the area to visit local sites
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greig G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable and convenient to town.

The propery was clean and only a few minutes to town. The property had plenty of space for us and manager repled to our questions quickly.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice, Quiet and Close to Town

Enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kat R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls weekend

Awesome place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darcie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was bigger than we expected. It was a neat area with the woods and flower garden just oit the door. It was close to everything in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Unit in a Great Location

Close to downtown Ely but away from the city noise and traffic. Large, clean, well-appointed unit with plenty of sleeping space and comfortable furniture and beds. Modern appliances with gathering areas both inside and out. If outside, insect repellent is a must at this point, but to be expected with the close proximity of the woods. It was nice to sit outside in the early morning...quiet and no mosquitoes!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024