Updated on Jul 20, 2026
|
Type
|
Cabin
|
|
Bedrooms
|
5
|
|
Bathrooms
|
1
|
|
House Rules
|
-
Pets allowed;$100 pet fee.
-
Children allowed: ages 0-17
-
Smoking is not permitted
-
No events allowed
|
|
Max Occupancy
|
8
|
|
Property Id
|
5137815
|
Your private five-bedroom cabin with relaxing sauna sits beside miles of state park trails, fishing lakes and towering pines.
Very close to Bear Head Lake State Park & Mesabi Trail
Cozy electric sauna plus modern comforts
Pet-friendly & family-ready
After a day outdoors, gather around the fire, stream a movie, or stargaze from the deck. Beds are made, towels fresh—just arrive and unwind.
Book Piney Woods Cabin today!
Piney Woods Retreat is fully furnished with everything you`ll need for a few days or a few weeks. The property includes the Cabin, Guesthouse, Sauna and 3-season Glass House surrounded by a beautiful pine forest and hiking trails. The whole place is yours to enjoy during your stay.
PLEASE NOTE:
We have 1 full bathroom in the main cabin. There’s an additional shower in the basement and a year-round sauna with an outdoor summer cold shower for additional bathing options.
LOFT BEDROOM:
- 1 King Bed
- 2 Pack n Play travel cribs
- 2 Twin mattresses
MAIN FLOOR BEDROOM:
- 1 Double Bed
- Room darkening shades
- Across the hall from the bathroom
LIVING ROOM:
- Sectional Sofa w/ Queen Sleeper
- Gas fireplace
- Huge windows & natural light
BASEMENT BEDROOM:
- 1 Twin Bed & workspace
FULLY EQUIPPED KITCHEN & PANTRY:
- Pots & pans
- Dishes & utensils
- Olive oil, salt & pepper
- Coffee pots
- Coffee beans & burr grinder
ONE FULL BATHROOM:
- Deep tub w/shower
GUEST HOUSE - 1 Bedroom
- 2 Queen beds
- Workspace w/ Wi-Fi
- Available year-round
- Separate building, a few steps to main cabin
GLASS HOUSE - 1 Room
- 1 Double bed, sleeps 2
- Spend the night, or read & nap in the afternoon
- Two wicker chairs & small table for coffee time
- Short trail through the woods to main cabin
- 3-season use, when the snow isn’t too deep
SAUNA (at the backside of the Guesthouse)
- Private use
- Available year round
- Outdoor cold shower, May-September
- Electric finnleo stove
ADDITIONAL BATHING OPTIONS:
- Basement shower
- Year-round sauna with outdoor summer shower
LAUNDRY
- Washer & dryer in the basement
- Laundry detergent provided
- Drying lines
OUTDOOR SEATING & GRILLS
- Gas grill
- Extra propane by the grill
- Screen House w/ dining table & chairs (May-Sep)
FIREPIT
- Designated fire pit & seating
- Usually available all year depending on snow levels
- Firewood not provided, but available nearby
- Firewood for purchase: just down the road from us at Bear Head Lake State Park and most gas stations is Ely.
Guests will have access to the entire 5 acres and all buildings.
We request that you complete a pre-arrival Form and agree to our Rental Agreement after booking to complete your reservation. You will find these links in your first message after you book.
We do our best to ensure you have everything you need during your stay. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us with any feedback or questions! We love to hear from you. All contact info is posted on the fridge and in the Welcome Book at the cabin.
HIKE TO PICKEREL LAKE, 0.6 miles
Take a nice 15-20 min hike through the woods from the driveway at Piney Woods to Pickerel Lake. Scramble down the hill to the lake, stand on the rock to fish, or relax and take in the view. You will cross the paved Mesabi Trail along the south shore of the lake. Walk or bike for miles!
BEAR HEAD LAKE STATE PARK, 1.9 miles
Beautiful hiking trails, wilderness atmosphere, nice swimming beach, 23 miles of lakeshore & equipment rental. (Canoes, Kayaks, & SUP`s). Firewood for sale at the park office.
Winter: Groomed XC ski trails, snowshoeing in the woods & spur to Taconite State Trail via Cub Lake, groomed for snowmobile.
LAKE VERMILION-SOUDAN UNDERGROUND MINE STATE PARK, 14 miles
Hiking through acres of old growth pine forest, wildlife & birding, lake recreation & public water access.
MESABI TRAIL, 1.2 miles
Bike from the Mississippi to the BWCA! Bring your bikes with you and
access the trailhead & parking at Eagles Nest Town Hall near the Kiosk or follow the trail from Piney Woods towards Pickerel Lake.
DAVID DILL ARROWHEAD & TACONITE STATE TRAILS, 1 mile
You can take the spur from Bear Head Lake State Park Road to connect to 165 miles of trails. Hiking, biking, snowmobiling.
DIRECTIONS TO PINEY WOODS
1458 Bear Head State Park Road, Ely, Minnesota
From Minneapolis/St. Paul, take I-35 N
Follow I-35 N to MN-33 N in Cloquet, taking exit 237 from I-35 N.
Continue on MN-33 N.
Take US-53, Hwy 7 & MN-169 N to Bear Head State Park Road in Eagles Nest Township. This includes a temporary detour south of Virginia.
Turn right on Bear Head State Park Road.
Follow Bear Head State Park Road 2.2 miles, turning left at the Piney Woods driveway, just past the Walsh Road. You’ll see our sign at the driveway, so you’ll know you’re in the right place!
PARKING
We`re about halfway between Ely and Tower, about 3 1/2 hours from the Twin Cities. We have plenty of off-street parking in the driveway, and a generous turnaround if you need it.
ELY, MINNESOTA - 15 miles east
Restaurants, shopping, groceries, Visitor Information Center, International Wolf Center & North American Bear Center.
TOWER, MINNESOTA - 11 miles west
Gas, groceries, & some shopping.
PETS
Dogs are welcome!
The pet fee is $100 at time of booking, max 2 dogs.
We have food/water bowls & towels
for our 4-legged guests.
Please bring their own dog bed and crate.
Check in time: any time after 3:00pm
Check out time: any time before 10:00am
We welcome your dogs! The pet fee is $100, with a maximum of 2 dogs. Payment is accepted at time of booking.
Quiet Hours: 10pm - 7am. No parties or drug use of any kind. No smoking, vaping or use of e‑cigarettes in any buildings. Please pick up all cigarette butts and be aware of any fire restrictions during your stay. Current conditions can be found by searching MN DNR fire danger and burning restrictions.
Located in Ely, this cabin is in a rural area and on a lake. Timbuktu Marina and Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bear Head Lake State Park and Lake Vermilion State Park. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding and snowmobiling.
Get the full listing »
1 Br Cabin Vacation Rental In Babbitt, Minnesota - Vrbo Property # 2342965
Wonderful 1960 traditional cabin on gorgeous secluded lake.520 sq ft with all wood interior, large windows and a big front porch. A short boat ride from public access or canoe ride brings you the...
2 Br Cabin Vacation Rental In Ely, Minnesota - Vrbo Property # 738704
Many families have enjoyed our Burntside Lake Cabin complex over the decades, with some coming back each year with their children and grandchildren.This outstanding cabin complex has log cabin,...
3 Br Private Vacation Home Vacation Rental In Ely, Minnesota - Vrbo Property # 3875688
This clean and well-appointed home is located 1.5 miles from Downtown Ely, in a private/wooded setting. After a day of adventuring, enjoy coming home to this peaceful retreat. Vaulted ceilings,...
2 Br Cabin Vacation Rental In Ely, Minnesota - Vrbo Property # 4990215
Ely Lakeshore Cabin on Shagawa Lake is your northwoods retreat for all seasons, blending its original charm of an authentic 1950s log cabin with tasteful modern comforts. The cabin invites you to...
2 Br Cabin Vacation Rental In Ely, Minnesota - Vrbo Property # 2106797
Welcome to our Lake Burntside 4 Season retreat. This newer hand scribed 1,700 square foot log cabin on 2 acres of property and 200 of frontage on the pristine waters of Lake Burntside is only 9...
2 Br Guest House Vacation Rental In Ely, Minnesota - Vrbo Property # 1110087
Beautiful custom built log building overlooking quiet bay on White Iron Lake. Enjoy 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, fully furnished kitchen, and spacious great room. (Living space is on the second floor) Relax...
1 Br Cabin Vacation Rental In Ely, Minnesota - Vrbo Property # 1111774
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...
3 Br Cabin Vacation Rental In Ely, Minnesota - Vrbo Property # 709218
GOODBYE REAL WORLD....HELLO VACATION FOUR SEASON cabin situated on 5 acres of Federal Forest with DIRECT ACCESS TO SNOWMOBILE TRAIL on White Iron Lake. Rolling terrain with 400 feet of lakeshore....
3 Br Apartment Vacation Rental In Ely, Minnesota - Vrbo Property # 2497275
Welcome to a 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1600 sq ft apartment in prime location within city limits. There are three large bedrooms with queen premium mattresses. You will love the wood ceilings, the fully...
2 Br Apartment Vacation Rental In Ely, Minnesota - Vrbo Property # 3630552
This spacious property is the perfect homebase for all your Ely area adventures. If you mt bike or nordic ski, or just like to walk beautiful trails through the woods, you'll love the convenient,...