Downtown Ely Home • BWCA Gateway • Walk to Shops

Welcome to The Ely House, your perfect home base in Ely, Minnesota, located within walking distance of local shops, restaurants, and scenic trails, and just minutes from the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.

The Ely House has been professionally managed as a short-term rental for several years and is now available on VRBO.

The main floor offers a comfortable layout with a spacious living room with TV, high-speed wifi, and board games for quiet evenings in, a queen sleeper sofa, a dining area, a bright sunroom, and a well-equipped kitchen. In the kitchen you'll find a cozy breakfast nook, everything you need to prepare your favorite meals — pots, pans, knife set — and pantry basics like coffee, tea, salt, and sugar.

Upstairs, the house features two bedrooms with queen beds and a full bathroom with a walk-in shower and a classic clawfoot tub where you can enjoy a well-deserved bubble bath at the end of the day. Combined with the queen sleeper sofa, the house sleeps up to 6 guests.

In the basement you'll find a washer and dryer at your disposal.

Outside, the property features a private yard with a fenced deck, a fire pit, and Adirondack chairs — perfect for unwinding after a day exploring Ely and its surroundings.

Whether you're chasing summer adventures on the water, fall colors in the Northwoods, a cozy winter escape, or the quiet beauty of a Minnesota spring, The Ely House offers comfort, charm, and the perfect home base year-round. The house is equipped with heating and air conditioning for your comfort in every season.