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Welcome toThe White Iron Heritage! where coming together happens naturally.

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

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Ely, MN

White Iron Lake
‪15 min walk‬
Dorothy Molter Museum
‪12 min drive‬
International Wolf Center
‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Dining area

About this property

Welcome toThe White Iron Heritage! where coming together happens naturally.

Stay at The White Iron Heritage Haus , a Beautiful Vintage 1 bedroom cabin on the shore of White Iron Lake, In Ely, MN. White Iron Lake is fed by the Kiwishiwi river, enjoy exploring islands and river bed trails as well as the abundance of top of the world lake fishing, catching Walleye, Northern Pike and Crappie (there is a boat dock and lake access) ... coming together of family time is easy to have with the lack of walls found in the open floor plan of of this cute cabin. There is the creature comforts of running water, full kitchen with a dining area, bathroom, one queen bed and two twin beds. Enjoy a fire in the fire place while kicking back after a long day of enjoying the out doors or the culture of Ely in the summer.

Property manager

Jeff Jokela

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Pet-friendly

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Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

On-site 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

About the area

Ely

Ely is home to this cabin. Dorothy Molter Museum and Soudan Underground Mine State Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Superior National Forest and Bear Head Lake State Park.

Ely, MN

What's nearby

White Iron Lake - 15 min walk - 1.2 km
Dorothy Molter Museum - 12 min drive - 10.2 km
International Wolf Center - 13 min drive - 10.9 km
North American Bear Center - 16 min drive - 13.5 km
Eagles Nest Lake Number Three - 40 min drive - 41.1 km

Getting around

Hibbing, MN (HIB-Chisholm-Hibbing) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

‪Subway - ‬13 min drive
‪Boathouse Brewpub & Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
‪Silver Rapids Lodge - ‬20 min drive
‪Gator's Grilled Cheese Emporium - ‬13 min drive
‪Dairy Queen - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome toThe White Iron Heritage! where coming together happens naturally. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Welcome toThe White Iron Heritage! where coming together happens naturally. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome toThe White Iron Heritage! where coming together happens naturally. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Welcome toThe White Iron Heritage! where coming together happens naturally. located?

Situated in Ely, this cabin is within a 15-minute walk of Superior National Forest and White Iron Lake. Dorothy Molter Museum is 7.2 mi (11.5 km) away.

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

5 Jul, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to unwind

Lovely cabin. Great area to enjoy both the indoors and outdoors, including exploring the lake. Had a great stay!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

2 Jul, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay!

Jeff was a great host and his cabin was SO quaint and clean. Beautiful flower touches too. Would definitely stay again!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clayton G.

12 Jun, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and relaxing, perfect little getaway. Very nice host

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D.

28 Feb, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful,cozy cabin

We loved staying here. Jeff is so friendly and helpful and the cabin is lovely.

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianne B.

25 May, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy, Clean, & Eclectic

Cabin was cozy, clean, and eclectic. We enjoyed reading the varied books, magazines, and newspapers in the cabin. Kitchen had everything we needed for cooking meals. Enjoyed sitting on the dock and riding in the boat. My husband even caught a few pike. Cabin was conveniently located for taking care of business in Ely. Host, Jeff, was a pleasure.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniela M.

21 Jan, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect winter cabin

The cabin is charming and comfortable. Jeff was very knowledgeable about the area and was very accommodating. We’d definitely go back!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Carrie C.

29 Oct, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Stay!

The cabin is everything you could need! It is decorated! It is cushioned! It was a great stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John K.

9 Mar, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

I had a wonderful stay.

Very relaxing, comfortable and quiet.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi N.

17 Aug, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxation at its finest.

This cabin was perfect in every way. Cozy, charming and had everything we needed. The weather was perfect for me.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Leslie G.

10 Oct, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute cabin

Very nice cabin. Had everything we needed. We tend to use these as bases and are usually gone most of the day. Clear directions for checking out would be helpful. Had a wonderful stay

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony T.

3 Sept, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place in the lake

This was a great place to get unplugged. Close to the north shore and many other attractions.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandt B.

26 Aug, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet

Quiet rustic cabin in the woods. Very cozy

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

18 Aug, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cool and cozy

Loved the cabin. Peaceful getaway. Jeff is a friendly and respectful host. Honzo is a great dog …thank you!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

chris s.

8 Jul, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

heritage haus

Jeff is a wealth of knowledge about the area and history. being able to launch our boat from cabin site was a nice time saving advantage. amazing property!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill M.

1 May, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short Getaway!

Great visit again, thank you Jeff!! Looking forward to next time!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John K.

2 Nov, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ely Cabin

Had a very cozy time at the Ely cabin. Nice and quiet and relaxing.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

22 Sept, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ely Experience

Great location on White Iron Lake. The cabin was quaint. It had everything we needed. Loved Hanzo, Jeff’s dog. Jeff was a wealth knowledge regarding the area.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine V.

24 Aug, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful getaway

Not necessarily private as others have stated, as owners home is close, but it is quiet and peaceful. My husband and I and our 10 year old fit perfectly in the small cabin which is beautifully decorated in an old fashioned, pre-technology style. We loved the boat, fishing off the dock, the fire pit, and exploring Ely!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex G.

23 Oct, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Retreat

Staying at Jeff's cabin was nothing short but great! It's cozy and rustic—but with a bath, running water, heat, and a kitchen. Perfect to bring kids and get them to enjoy the outdoors when it gets to cold for rent camping. (My 7 and 4 y.o. heard the wolves howl and caught a 30 inch Northern right off the dock.) Jeff is a great host who accommodates to all your needs. We'll definitely be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy D.

20 Feb, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cabin in the woods

Perfect one room cabin on the lake. Close to Ely and to dog sledding outfitters.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary E.

14 Aug, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin!

We really enjoyed our stay in this cozy cabin. We used it as a base camp for day trips into the BWCAW and exploring Ely. The host was gracious and helpful. Having Hanzo( the dog)'s enthusiastic greetings added joy to the stay :)

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

9 Oct, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cabin on White Iron lake

We had a wonderful time. The cabin is even more charming and welcoming in person than in the photos. We are almost disappointed we had too many things to do during our time in Ely ... we would have loved to spend more quiet time in the cabin. It was clean and tidy, had everything we could have wanted or needed, and had a very homey feel. Thank you! We will be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darwin G.

1 Aug, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serene

Wonderful stay. Rather hard to find. VRBO had wrong X marks the spot.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

29 Sept, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect log cabin for recharging.

The photos online do not show the charm of this property. Jeff was super helpful and his dog, Hanzo was so sweet. We would definitely stay here again! It is a great place to get away and recharge - it is a real jewel.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill M.

18 May, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ely Getaway!

We had a wonderful time making memories here! Jeff was a great host as well as his dog Honso. The cabin is cozy with lots of historic north woods nostalgia. Jeff is also a great resource for fishing tips and has a lifetime of lake knowledge. We will definitely return!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jeff Jokela

Life long Ely recreational resident. Family bought property on White Iron Lake in 1962 and have been privileged to enjoy summers and winter vacations all the years since. No other place in the world I'd rather be. That said, have had a Illinois drivers license since I started driving, and have lived in Evanston Illinois the past 32 years. When am I moving to Ely? It's a process, I'm working on it.

Why they chose this property

Started living on an island. Problem is the winter freeze and spring thaw, hard to operate at those times. When fate allowed this property came my way, it was unimproved, no road, no well, no buildings, but a sweet location with lake and Bear Island River frontage and plenty of acreage. Now that the infrastructure is all there life is good.

What makes this property unique

Heritage Haus was built in the early 1920's by Finnish log builders hewn from tamarack logs fell on site. It was one of several cabins at Burley's Fish Camp Resort a mile or so up the shore. We dismantled, moved, and rebuilt it at the present location. As a youngster I remember getting minnows and night crawlers from the old bait house, and then a cold 7UP at the main lodge from Grandma Burley herself. Heritage Haus has served as a guest cabin for our Heritage Villa next door. It is my favorite place to stay.