Come to beautiful Lake Vermilion and enjoy one of the ten most beautiful lakes in the world! There are over 290 miles of shoreline, mostly glacial rock with stately evergreens, and 365 unique islands on this pristine northern Minnesota lake. In the summer and fall you can explore the lake on our pontoon boat, fishing boat, row boat, or kayaks (or rent a canoe or jet skies). World-class golf is available at 3 courses within 25 miles of the cabin (The Quarry, The Legends, and Wilderness). Our cabin is right next to miles of state park so the bay is quiet and undeveloped; we share it with loons and hummingbirds. The cabin sits on a rise overlooking Big Bay and Ely Island. The vista looking east takes in several smaller islands. McKinley Park, with its sandy beach, boat launch, and playground, is less than a mile down the road. The popular Northwood's town of Ely is just 20 minutes away. This cabin is perfectly situated for a quiet romantic getaway, a family retreat, or a weekend with friends.
The cabin was built around 1970 and was remodeled in 2000; air conditioning was installed in 2015. The kitchen is new and the main living area is vaulted to provide a more panoramic view of the lake. There is a deck attached to the cabin which overlooks the lake, and a larger deck sitting right over the water. We have a wood-burning fireplace in the main living area and a gas fireplace in the walkout level, as well as a fire pit outside. There is a beautiful spot for a hammock and a side yard perfect for yard games.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property
Frequently asked questions
Is Air-Conditioned Lakeshore Cabin pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Air-Conditioned Lakeshore Cabin?
As of 2 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Air-Conditioned Lakeshore Cabin on 2 Apr, 2026 start from S$482, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Air-Conditioned Lakeshore Cabin?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Air-Conditioned Lakeshore Cabin?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Air-Conditioned Lakeshore Cabin?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Air-Conditioned Lakeshore Cabin located?
This family-friendly Tower cabin is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Vermilion, Lake Vermilion State Park and Taconic State Trail. Soudan Underground Mine State Park and Armstrong Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km).
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The cabin was perfect for our group of 5. The beds were very comfortable with lots of pillows.It was very clean and had everything we needed. We had a few questions and the host answered our emails very promptly. Lovely setting on the lake and it was very quiet. This is our second stay here, wonderful location! And saw the northern lights!
Great location, home and property! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Great communication with host throughout the process. Convenient for our day trips into the BWCA and even canoed on the lake (when the boats allowed us to safely). Weather was beautiful. We hope to stay here again in the future!
We couldn't have been happier with this cabin from the moment we walked in the door. It looks even nicer in person than in the photos. The layout of the space is great for families. Lots of games and puzzles to choose from and a full library of books for readers! Very well done, I'd love to stay here again. Thank you!
We had a great fall trip here! Perfect location on Lake Vermillion with lots of opportunities to catch fish on the lake. Cabin had a very well stocked kitchen and the cherry on top was having firewood available to use in the fireplace inside and the fire pit outside as well. Highly recommend!
Gorgeous home on the lake with amenities galore! Homeowners and property manager were excellent AND respected our quiet time on vacation. Everything was so inviting and was so great we hope to come again. The beds were divinely comfy and we cooked over the fire pit every day. Fishing was excellent.
This cabin/house was exactly what we were looking for so we could experience Lake Vermillion for the first time. Amenities were plentiful with an extensive library selection along with games and puzzles. The deck over looking the water was ideal. Beds pillows and kitchen supplies were abundant. Neat clean accommodations and everything was as we expected. I would recommend staying here.
Lovely setting with lake view, roomy deck to enjoy relaxing together. Sitting area on the dock with room for tying up two 21 foot boats. Caught walleye right off the dock! Large grounds, room to park 3 boats, with electricity available. Arguably one of the nicest lake homes we have stayed in. Clean, spacious, very well-appointed kitchen and comfortable beds. The caretaker came to greet us and the owner was accessible via phone and text. All 3 couples agreed that we hope to come again!
Beautiful spot! Two families with small children stayed here. The only part that we didn’t live was that we needed to dispose of our own garbage at the dump and we needed to bring drinking water. It did make us more thoughtful about our waste though! We used the kayaks and they provided lots of firewood for bonfires. They also provided a highchair, pack n play and a crib if needed. The soudan mine park is very close and made for a nice close hike.
This was a fishing, hunting and golf trip with 4 old guy friends that have been vacationing together over 15 years. The cabin was perfect for our needs and provided plenty of room inside and out (parking & large garage was awesome)
We utilized the outside fire pit, fish cleaning table, dock and both decks that overlook Lake Vermillion. There are plenty of kitchen utensils, coffee maker, blender, 4 slice toaster, etc. so we didn't need to bring anything. The beds were clean & comfortable and each had it's own fan. Great for white noise sleeping!
They even provided some great welcome snacks which we thoroughly enjoyed.
If we had to find a downside it was the dock being too high out of the water. We had 2 fishing boats tied to it and when the winds blew they we subject to damage from bouncing under the dock. Maybe it was a low water year? Dock cleats & bumpers would be a nice addition.
All in all it's a great cabin & location. We are looking forward to next year's stay!
Beautiful home with all amenities you could ask for. Well supplied, great location! Perfect retreat for 6 couples. Some minor things needing attention: Issues with circuit breaker popping for boat pug in, ceiling lights in master didn’t work, dehumidifier necessary to use in basement bedroom but runs loud. All in all, loved it!!
We had such a fun time at this cabin! Communication with the owner/manager was great, And the property matched the listing. We loved seeing wildlife we don’t always see at home, as well as the beautiful lake sunsets. Truly a trip to remember!
This property was exactly as listed. We stayed for a week for our snowmobile trip. Close to town, so getting provisions was no problem. Easy directions to and from. Plenty of parking for large vehicles as well as six snowmobiles.
The house was cozy and the beds were fairly comfortable. Plenty of space to spread out and relax after a long day on the trails or dog sledding. We saw an abundance of wildlife, to include bobcats!
Highly recommend this VRBO. With it being right on the lake, I imagine its just as beautiful in the summer time as well!
This beautiful and spacious cabin was the perfect spot for our group to come back to after enjoying our days outdoors. The owners have done a great job making us feel welcome.
The property is conveniently located on the southern edge of Lake Vermilion with close access to a boat ramp and to any supplies you might need in the town of Tower. The cabin is clean with plenty of room to relax. Also enjoyed the nice roomy kitchen that is very well stocked with all the tools we needed to cook all of our meals. I would definitely stay here again!
This cabin was perfect for our group of friends. The dock and boat lift were great and made for easy access to the lake whenever we wanted to go fishing. The deck overlooking the lake was a great place to enjoy dinner together. We enjoyed the little details like a fully stocked kitchen and all the amenities on top of an extremely clean and beautiful cabin.
We had a nice week at the cabin. Weather was great the last week of August for swimming (but could be cold for some). I think we most enjoyed the small island off the shore which was fun to swim to, and kayak to. The use of the kayaks and rowboat, and motorized fishing boat were great to have access to. The kitchen was well stocked with cooking utensils and dishes. Lots of firewood for a pleasant fire every evening. Not super isolated,but felt private. Fishing pressure on the lake is pretty high, so fishing is not easy, but a good challenge. It seemed like the pontoon was included in the listing without an extra fee, but paperwork on arrival suggested it cost an extra$500 per week. We didn't bother investigating since it seemed like a bit of a hassle. Overall, the cabin worked out well for ages 6, 6, 8, 40, 44, 70, and 75. Nice place!
Before we came, Tamra kept in good communication with us. The property was as described. Plenty of space for individuals to spread out and good spots for group visits. The deck on the water was exceptional. We also enjoyed the deck by the house. The beds are comfortable. We had a great week. Thanks!
Sam G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
About the host
Hosted by Tamra Nelson
Kaarin has been coming to Lake Vermilion for over 30 years. We bought this cabin from her parents in 2020 and just love it! Over the years, we have had family reunions, quiet getaways, and weekends with friends. The cabin is perfect for everyone. One of our daughters prefers to swim off the dock, run on the trials, kayak, ride the pontoon and camp. Our other daughter loves to read so she settles on the couch by the fireplace or on the deck with her book. Our nephew loves to feed the deer, the ducks and the birds, take boat rides, and go to McKinley Park. By early evening, we all sit on the deck for appetizers, drinks and stories before dinner. By the end of the day, we quiet down with Scrabble, card games or a good book.
Why they chose this property
Tower is a quaint northern Minnesota town with a few shops, municipal playground, train museum and friendly people. But, the real gem of this location is The Lake! If you have never seen Lake Vermilion, you really must. For more about the lake, click on the link at the end of the Owner Information section.
What makes this property unique
A 30 x 40 foot garage is convenient storage for boats, cars, trucks, and/or snowmobiles!