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Biwabik Bunkhouse near Giants' Ridge

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 183565 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Aurora, MN
  • Place, Vermilion Trail Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Biwabik City Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hibbing, MN (HIB-Chisholm-Hibbing)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Basement bedroom

1 King Bed

Bunk bed

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bunk room- upstairs

2 Single Bunk Beds

Master suite

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Basement bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Main level half bath

Toilet

Master bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Biwabik Bunkhouse near Giants' Ridge

Beautiful lake home on Embarrass Lake, 5 miles to one of the premiere ski and golf resorts in Minnesota, (the Quarry and Legend) and just over 60 miles north of Downtown Duluth. Almost 3600 square feet with nearly 200' of beautiful and sandy lake shore with a gorgeous swimming beach with two docks and a boathouse. Pontoon boat on site is available for rental, as well!

Gaze at the stars from the beautiful wrap-around deck. Spend the day relaxing in the shallow sandy water. Enjoy the evening with a bonfire on the beach shore, playing bags from the walkout basement, with tons of activities to keep the family busy: playground, dartboard, Air hockey table, Shuffleboard table, pac-man video games, pellet smoker/grill, foosball, sauna, wet bar, TV's, Internet, and too many other things to list!

Bonfires, star gazing, wildlife, 1000's of acres of public land, OHV/ATV Trails, Paved biking trails, and Giants' Ridge (skiing, snowshoeing, golf, top notch restaurant, ....) being a stones throw from the property... We truly believe there is something for everyone at this beautiful retreat.

Local Amenities Nearby:
--2.6 Miles from "The Quarry" Golf course at Giants' Ridge, routinely ranked as one of, it not THE top course in MN.
--5.2 Miles from the chalet at Giants' Ridge.
--5.9 miles from "The Legend" at Giants' Ridge, ranked as one of the top 10 golf courses in the state of Minnesota.
— More of a biker and runner? The entrance to Mesabi trail (135 mile long paved trail) can be seen across the lake from the house.
--Less than 10 miles to Hundreds of miles of OHV trails for all of your 4-wheeling and Side-by-side adventures.
*Not to mention the pontoon boat available for rental, floating pad, canoe, yard games, and other aquatic amenities. Come and stay with us 😊

Pontoon rates:
1 day: $250
2 or more days: $200/day
(+$500 refundable damage deposit)

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
All events must be pre-approved by owners.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
All events and outdoor activities must be done by sunset. Exceptions are campfires and other low volume activities.
Any explosions or explosives (I.e. ammunition, weapons, fireworks, etc…) are prohibited at this location.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Note from host: All events must be pre-approved by owners.
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

Aurora

Located in Aurora, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort and Chamonix Chair are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Iron Range Off-Highway Vehicle State Recreation Area and Vermilion Trail Park. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
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Aurora, MN

What's nearby

  • Vermilion Trail Park - 7 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Biwabik City Park - 9 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort - 10 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Chamonix Chair - 11 min drive - 7.3 km
  • J-Bar - 12 min drive - 8.0 km

Getting around

  • Hibbing, MN (HIB-Chisholm-Hibbing) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rudy's Bar and Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Vi's Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Copper Nickel Public House - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Burnt Onion Kitchen & Brews - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Biwabik Bunkhouse near Giants' Ridge pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Biwabik Bunkhouse near Giants' Ridge?

As of 19 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Biwabik Bunkhouse near Giants' Ridge on 28 Apr, 2026 start from S$569, 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 Biwabik Bunkhouse near Giants' Ridge?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Biwabik Bunkhouse near Giants' Ridge?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Biwabik Bunkhouse near Giants' Ridge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Biwabik Bunkhouse near Giants' Ridge located?

Located next to a golf course, this Aurora holiday home offers ski-in/ski-out access within 3 miles (5 km) of Vermilion Trail Park and Biwabik City Park, and is convenient for winter sports, such as cross-country skiing and snowmobiling. Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort and Chamonix Chair are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and very spacious for 3 families!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Travis B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nicolas h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I heavely recommand this place
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

margaret s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything is always in great condition! The space is super clean, and user friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect house for a large group. Plenty of room. We were there in the winter, so, lakefront questions are irrelevant. It was very convenient to Giants Ridge.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

margaret s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We hosted Thanksgiving for close family and friends and literally everything we needed for cooking dinner and serving to everyone. Our family was so comfortable and cozy in a snowy wintery wonderland.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy D.

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

Great proximity to Giants Ridge

This was a great location for a large group near Giants Ridge resort and golfing. The house was so beautiful that we seldom left.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dayne E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend. Picture don’t show just how beautiful this place is!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erica H.

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

Up north getaway!

Great place for for family vacation with all ages!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh S.

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

Great Stay

The house was ideal for a large group. We really enjoyed our stay at this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John P L.

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

Great golf trip.

Very nice, plenty of room, nice setting on lake
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Nick C.

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

Snowmobile race weekend at the ski hill

House is in a great location, has room for everyone. Nice bar downstairs along with lots of games. Would stay again for sure
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

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

Review

Excellent place to stay! Boys had a blast! WE WILL BACK BE BACK!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

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

Ski trip

Great owners to work with, great location and beautiful home. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alane A.

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

Ski trip

We had a very enjoyable ski weekend. Kris’s place was perfect for our large family outing.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon R.

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

Golf outing

Top notch place to stay for a golf outing. Great location, with perfect view of the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KATHERINE H.

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

Great house for a group

We had a wonderful time at this property - very convenient to Giants Ridge, while still a lot of space and things to do for those that preferred to stay back and relax or play games on site!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cara P.

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

Excellent Property and Stay

This is a wonderful place to stay with a large group of people. The house has all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay. There is so much room for everyone to spread out and enjoy themselves. Due to the MN winter weather, we were not able to enjoy the outdoor space.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luke S.

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

Great place

Great place for large groups. The deck could use some work.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alane A.

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

The perfect place

This was the perfect place for a family ski getaway. My Grandchildren loved all the fun things to do and asked to come back again. We were all pleased with the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt and Alissa T.

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

Great Skiing Get-Away

We loved this property and its location to Giants Ridge. We enjoyed quiet morning coffee by the fireplace and low key evenings in the basement. If we get the chance, we would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele A.

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

Family Time

Great place, clean and spacious. Room for all the adults and kids in the family. Lots to do inside and out. Host was wonderful. Hoping to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

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

Fun Trip!

Cabin and property were very spacious and was very well equipped with toys/games for the whole family. Communication with Kris was fantastic and the rental of the boat was a great addition.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy C.

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

Holiday getaway

Worked great for our party of 10. We had so much space to be together, but also get away if we wanted to read a book. Would definitely book this again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful lakefront home. Especially enjoyed time on the lake with a variety of small watercraft toys (kayaks, paddle board and canoe). Small hiccup with not having the correct code to the door at checkin; resolved with a couple phone calls.Kindly refunded pet cleaning fee on day of check in when we didn’t bring our dog.Easy to communicate with throughout the week when various questions came up. Enjoyed our stay overall.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Adam Nelson

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Kris, Adam, and Jake all instantly fell in love with this property-- for a variety of different reasons, too! Adam has been a lifelong downhill skier and loves being within 5 minutes of Giants Ridge. Kris has been fishing since he was able to bait his first hook. And Jake has made it a point to visit all of the top golf courses in the state-- so having two (#1 and #8 in 2021) within 5 miles was a huge plus!

Our three families are committed to the outdoors and helping others experience what we love so much. Be it a 4-wheeling trip, mountain biking on the iron range, or simply a base camp to do whatever your heart desires, we are truly hopeful to help you folks spend a great time in the north woods. Sampling parts of what we enjoy so much about being in nature. Just make sure you bring extra s'mores for the fireside chats on the shore!

Why they chose this property

We were not looking for a vacation rental property. Until we found this one. From the first moment we stepped foot on the property and saw the sun setting over the lake, we were all hooked. With the two story fireplace, the ability to house all of our families, and to top it off with having a place to share with others.... We feel truly blessed to be able to share our home with you and your family to create more memories.

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