Ely Getaway Near Town, Lakes, & Outdoor Recreation
Ely, MN often wins accolades such as ‘The Coolest Small Town in America’ by national travel magazines and websites. This 2-bedroom, 2-bath vacation rental ‘Opal House’ offers a luxurious vintage feel, which serves as the gateway to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. It is also within walking distance to all Main Street attractions. 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!
-- THE PROPERTY --
Walkable Location | Free WiFi | Full Kitchen
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, Crockpot OUTDOOR AREA: Porch, lounge furniture GENERAL: Central heating & air conditioning, linens, towels, hair dryer FAQ: Street & sidewalk construction May-early October (7:00 AM-7:00 PM, Monday-Saturday) 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)
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties or large gatherings - 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 - NOTE: The city of Ely will resurface Harvey Street and replace the sidewalks beginning in May 2025 and continuing until early October. Work will take place between the hours of 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM Monday-Saturday. While there will certainly be periods of disruption on Harvey Street in front of the house, guests will always have direct access from the alley with a designated off-street parking spot directly behind the house
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Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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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 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
Frequently asked questions
Is Ely Getaway Near Town, Lakes, & Outdoor Recreation pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Ely Getaway Near Town, Lakes, & Outdoor Recreation?
As of 4 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ely Getaway Near Town, Lakes, & Outdoor Recreation on 13 Jul, 2026 start from S$251, 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 Ely Getaway Near Town, Lakes, & Outdoor Recreation?
There is free parking nearby.
What time is check-in at Ely Getaway Near Town, Lakes, & Outdoor Recreation?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Ely Getaway Near Town, Lakes, & Outdoor Recreation?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Ely Getaway Near Town, Lakes, & Outdoor Recreation located?
Situated near the beach, this holiday home is steps from Superior National Forest and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Dorothy Molter Museum. White Iron Lake and Little Long Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
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We really enjoyed the house! It was perfect for our granddaughters, as they enjoyed going to town for shopping and ice cream. Great location, easy walk to everything in town, and close drive to some nice hiking trails, lakes and the Wolf and Bear centers.
Great place to stay ! Super clean and quaint. It was super cold when we arrived so there was an adjustment to be made with the heat . The manager was excellent with following up on it. Would definitely stay again!
Shelly S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept, 2025
Thank you so much for staying with us Shelly and for your kind review. We hope you can stay at Opal House again!
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.
Rebecca B.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Nov, 2022
From the owner: "Thank you for your review, Rebecca, we are so happy you enjoyed your stay at Opal House!"
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10/10 Excellent
Siri
13 Nov, 2023
Wonderful home and location
Opal House was a great location for our long weekend in Ely. Great location to walk to a coffee shop latte in the morning or dinner and drinks in the evening. The home was really cute, beds were incredibly comfy, water pressure in the shower was great… all the comforts of home. It was a great stay!
We loved the opal house! The recent renovation was just perfect and every small detail was done just right. We loved the convenience to downtown Ely and the park. The property contact was very helpful and we would definitely stay here again!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.