Superior National Forest Lake Home Isabella, Minnesota Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 126075

 

Location: Isabella, Minnesota, USA (30 miles west of Silver Bay, Minnesota)

Accommodations:  Lakefront Vacation Home, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 8)

Serene, remote get-away located in the heart of the Superior National Forest equal distance from Ely, Minnesota and Lake Superior's North Shore; quietly located three miles off scenic State Highway #1.

Beautiful year-around log home (cabin) in Lake County, Stoney River Township on North McDougal Lake, part of a chain of three lakes covering 849 acres. The property has 210 feet of shoreline at the southeast corner of the lake. The McDougal Lakes area is very quiet so jet skis, ATV's or large motor boats are out of character. However, canoes, kayaks, and fishing boats fit right in. A canoe, paddles, Lund fishing boat, Yamaha 15 hp outboard motor with electric start and life jackets are provided. You can also bring your own boat. There is a concrete-base boat landing 3 miles from the cabin for launching your boat, and there is a dock and 1200 lb. max. boat lift for your use at the rental property. Swimming is very good in the Summer months. Some kind of water shoes will add to your comfort while swimming.

This 1600 sq. ft. home has the feel of a cabin yet all the amenities of modern living. Whether you enjoy the serenity of a walk through the beautiful boreal forest, the warmth of sitting in the cabin by the wood-burning fireplace, or the contentment of having breakfast at the lakeside picnic table and fire pit you are sure to enjoy your stay. The cabin is very comfortable and you will feel right at home.

Watch the Chickadees, Nuthatches, Canadian Jays, and Humming Birds at the feeders. Sometimes the Chickadees, Nuthatches, and Jays will eat right out of your hand. Spacious decks and screened and covered porches allow you to enjoy all parts of the day. Sit in the warm sun with your cup of coffee in the morning; enjoy inviting water views throughout the day; and experience dazzling sunsets and listen to the loons in the evening. At night watch the stars pop out. Have you ever seen the Milky Way in all its splendor?

If you plan on spending your entire time at the cabin, it's a good idea to bring some supplies with you. The cabin is in a rather remote location. The nearest towns for groceries, restaurants, gas, etc. are Finland 27 miles, Silver Bay 32 miles, Babbitt 25 miles, Ely 32 miles and Two Harbors 48 miles. All towns offer restaurants and groceries, and some have unique shops and galleries. Ely and Two Harbors offer clinics, pharmacies and emergency rooms. The owners live in a cabin near by and will do their best to provide any items you may have forgotten.

You can spend all your time at the cabin and surrounding area; or use the cabin as a base camp and venture out on one-day excursions to the North Shore, nearby Boundary Waters Canoe Area (BWCA) Lakes, Hiking Trails, Golfing, Downhill and Cross-Country Skiing, Snowmobiling, and much more. Within a 20-mile radius there are hiking trails, several BWCA entry points, numerous fishing lakes and non-BWCA back-country camping sites.

Thank you for your interest!

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• Amenities
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Linens Provided
  • Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer: Let us know if you need parking for an RV, Camper, or Boat/Trailer. RV's for transportation to and from the property only.
  • Wood Fireplace: Split firewood provided.
• Beds
  • Queen Bed (2) : Two upstairs bedrooms have queensize beds.
  • Double Bed (2) : Downstairs Bedroom is 14' x 28' and has 2 Double Beds (one at each end separated by curtains)
• Entertainment
  • Cable/Satellite TV: Direct TV Total Choice Plus with HBO and Starz
  • DVD
  • CD Player
  • Jetted Tub in Bath: Regarding hot tub: We try to provide the hot tub amenity to all guests at all times, but malfunctions can occur. When they do, we call for repairs immediately but something it can take days to repair because our nearest service center is 90 miles away, in Duluth. Because of this, the hot tub may not be available for your use.
  • Private Hot Tub
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen: Please use exhaust fan above stove whenever cooking.
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
• Outdoor Features
  • Charcoal BBQ Grill
  • Deck/Patio
• View/Location
  • Lakefront: Gradual slope to lake. Swimming is very good in the Summer. Some type of water shoes will add to your comfort while swimming.
• Communications
  • Telephone
  • Free Long Distance: United States long-distance calls only.
  • Broadband Internet
  • WiFi (Wireless Internet)
• Other Amenities
  • Canoe/paddles, Lund fishing boat, Yamaha 15 hp outboard motor with electric start,(4) adult life jackets, (2) youth life jacket, (2) child life jackets (all marine amenities for use on McDougal Lakes only). Dock with boatlift (for boats up to 1200 lbs.), fire pit and firewood, horseshoes, bean bag throw game, numerous boardgames, puzzles, and books.
• Suitability
  • No Pets Allowed
  • Smoking Not Allowed
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Kayaking
  • Boating
  • Swimming
  • Biking
  • Cross Country Skiing
  • Downhill/Alpine Skiing
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Hunting
  • Horseshoes

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$155.00-$195.00/night depending on month, please call for details

6.5% Sales Tax plus $300 damage deposit (Refunded within 14 days if
no damage to property, no missing items, or no excess cleaning needed
50% Deposit due at time of reservation-balance must be received 14 days
prior to stay - 3 night minimum
Check in: after 4 pm - Check out: 10 am
Contact us for discounts on extended stays

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 09/08/09
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  Sue Piraino , Maple Grove MN.
  • Just returned from 4 wonderful days at the lake home. It was everything advertised and more. Lots of room for all and a variety of things to keep everyone entertained. Fishing was fun, great hot tub and just lots of ways to relax. I'd highly recommend a moonlight canoe ride if you have the nice weather and a full moon like we did. Much thanks to the Vagts for providing such a great cabin and being such great hosts.
• 08/16/09
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  Angela Mollica , Trophy Club, TX
  • Would highly recommend this cabin to others. The set up accommodated early risers and night owls w/o disturbing others. Access to the lake and the fishing boat was and unexpected entertainment boost!
• 07/10/09
  Positive Rating
  Maureen and Steve , Minneapolis, MN
  • Gail and Bill, We had a fabulous time. We fished, kayaked, went boating and had a blast on the floating innertubes. The hot tub was fine too. You have a gorgeous place. The workmanship and all the thoughtful planning and design is impressive. We'll be back and thank you for opening your home as a rental cabin for all of us to enjoy.
• 06/21/09
  Positive Rating
  Nels , Rocheser, MN
  • Great cabin, great hosts, great lake, lots of fun and relaxing......a home away from home, very cozy, by the last day it kinda felt like "our" cabin.....highly recommended....
• 09/17/08
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  Sarah , Chicago, IL
  • September 12-14 2008 We had the pleasure of spending a long weekend in the lake home. An absolutely beautiful location: we spent the days soaking up peace and quiet. We loved watching the birds at the feeder, and even got a chipmunk to eat sunflower seeds out of our hands! Cool fall nights were spent in the hot tub and in front of a crackling fire. All in all a perfect stay. We'll be back sooner rather than later.
• 01/04/08
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  Ben , Minneapolis, MN
  • Bill and Gail, I wanted to write and let you know that we had a wonderful time staying at your place. It was fantastic. I’ve been to a lot of remote Northwood’s destinations and yours nearly tops this list. We were looking for a little relaxation and we got it. We caught some fish everyday, small pike and a few walleye, cooked huge meals, had some beers, played in the snow, drove the back roads looking for moose, and played a lot of games. It was the perfect break from daily stress of our jobs, and our girlfriends were happy to go north without the tents for a change too. We had all the comforts of home there. Thanks, Ben
• 11/03/07
  Positive Rating
  Jim Bell , Las Vegas, NV
  • This is one of the most relaxing weeks I have ever had. The hiking and scenery were fantastic. The weather was perfect. The smells from the woods, the sunsets and the beauty of the lake were amazing. The cabin was very comfortable, the wireless network worked every day. The only downside was that my cell phone didn't work in the cabin and I actually liked that. Every thing was so refreshing and relaxing. I would recommend this very highly to people that love to relax, enjoy simple things and be at peace. I will return next year.
• 10/23/07
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  The Williams family , Kansas City, Missouri
  • Our family stayed at the cabin in September 2007. The cabin was just like being at a home away from home. All the creature comforts of home and loads of peace and quiet. The cabin is very clean. Our kids even "adopted" the dog (Isabella) that came by the cabin to visit us. The lake is beautiful and the fishing is not bad. We used the boat several times and it worked great. We will be coming back next year!!
• 08/31/07
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  • This beautiful lake home was beyond our expectations. Remote, quiet, peaceful, true log cabin feeling yet it has every ammenity you could want or need. Surrounded by the beauty of Superior National Forest and all it's wildlife. A wonderful place to escape to. Bill and Gail were wonderful hosts. We look forward to our next trip!
• 08/22/07
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  Dr. David and Andrea Strycker , Bristol, Indiana
  • Our family of six had an absolutely wonderful week of fishing, swimming, canoeing, and just plain relaxing. The cabin was fantastic, and Bill and Gail were wonderful hosts. We even enjoyed the wild raspberries! Thanks!

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