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Nestled between Hidden Valley trails and Ely's cute downtown, a perfect homebase

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A small wooden cabin with a red roof, a patio with outdoor furniture, and a grill.
Please see the Ely Nordic dot Org website for more trail info, bike and hike!
A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling, a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.
A bedroom with a bed, a wooden dresser, a ceiling fan, and a window.
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a door leading to another room.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Dorothy Molter Museum
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Ely, MN
  • Place, Dorothy Molter Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, International Wolf Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Eagles Nest Lake Number Three
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

North Bedroom

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

South Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Nestled between Hidden Valley trails and Ely's cute downtown, a perfect homebase

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, quiet, and forested location. If you like restaurants, the arts and fun-outdoorsy shops, you're in luck too - located at the city limits, less than a half mile from the grocery store. If you need a jumping off point into the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, this is your spot as well, with amenities such as a deck, a dishwasher and a full laundry room.

November-December considerations for family gatherings are the well-appointed kitchen and large dining table (new pictures just uploaded!) Hidden Valley Nordic Ski trails are also groomed early season, sometimes as soon as Nov 20th (fat biking is a shoulder-season option of course too!)

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Thank you!!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3630552vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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

Ely

Ely is home to this apartment. Dorothy Molter Museum is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bear Head Lake State Park and Superior National Forest.
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Ely, MN

What's nearby

  • Dorothy Molter Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • International Wolf Center - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • North American Bear Center - 5 min drive - 5.5 km
  • White Iron Lake - 6 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Eagles Nest Lake Number Three - 21 min drive - 30.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Boathouse Brewpub & Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Antlers Lounge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Frisky Otter - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Northern Grounds - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Nestled between Hidden Valley trails and Ely's cute downtown, a perfect homebase pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Nestled between Hidden Valley trails and Ely's cute downtown, a perfect homebase?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nestled between Hidden Valley trails and Ely's cute downtown, a perfect homebase?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Nestled between Hidden Valley trails and Ely's cute downtown, a perfect homebase located?

Situated in Ely, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Superior National Forest and Dorothy Molter Museum. Shagawa Lake and White Iron Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and quiet. Price point great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at Hidden Valley! The location was perfect for what hoped to do for the weekend- the Bear Center, the Wolf Center, hiking and time at the beach. It’s in a quiet setting and we enjoyed seeing lots of wildlife right out the front door. Heather was very prompt and responsive with communication. The layout of this rental worked so well with our toddler too. She had lots of space to play and move around. It is a very maintained unit and we would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Meghan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean and spacious. A great place for a family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Andrew F.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We had a two-night stay at this location. I reached out 3 times on the day of our arrival and no response. Then I got VRBO involved and they tried to reach her and no response. Since I paid on 04/05/2026, over a month ago, VBRO refunded my money and I had to find a place to spend the night. Not a good experience since most everything was booked. We did find a place, but it had a loud snorer and a dog, not fun.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved staying “in the woods” and being so close to town!! Wonderful living space lined with windows to view visiting wildlife. Large, well equipped kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gailyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful location, clean, perfect for the area to visit local sites
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lily C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pictures don’t do it justice! Spacious, peaceful, completely wonderful. I could sit all day and eve in the great room with a fire in the wood burning stove and the spectacular forest view out the windows. Kitchen is terrific. Super location—minutes from town but feels like the middle of the woods. There are 4 units in this building but the building is so well designed it doesn’t seem like anyone else is around. The experience was sooooo easy. (And pro tip if you’re coming from the cities - spend the extra 20 minutes taking the “scenic route” from Two Harbors. You’ll arrive in a fantastic mood!)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dianna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great get away location. Close to different hiking trails and minutes from downtown. Loved the big kitchen. Lots of nature, bear within 50 feet. If we find ourselves back in the area, would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Larry G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice decor. Amply fulfilled what was needed for our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ruth H.

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

Peaceful

Peaceful and convenient to get to sites to see.
Chipmunk
Kawishiwi Falls
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew A.

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

Nice, Quiet and Close to Town

Enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Communication
Loved the location and the apartment.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bryan B.

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

First Ely Visit

The unit is extremely nice. Great location a short distance to town, trails and lakes. Our family would recommend this location to anyone visiting the Ely area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Judy P.

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

Great Stay

The apartment was spacious and nicely furnished.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JT F.

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

Nature get away

Great location, convenient to everything. Looking forward to another trip
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peggy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was very clean and the kitchen had everything we needed to cook our own meals. Communication was smooth and everything was ready when we arrived.There were plenty of books and games to keep us busy.We were close enough to town to be able to grab a quick bite but far enough away that we were in the woods. We saw deer and several kinds of birds right outside the window!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dave W.

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

Nice Quite Location

Nice location just outside of town, spacious rooms, woodsy quite location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

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

Wonderful family getaway

We had a great time and enjoyed all the games to play. The wood stove was a plus to keep us extra cozy while having family time. Thanks for a great place to getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

karen B.

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

Nice place to stay

The property was open and comfortable. The host was very responsive. The forest outside the windows was beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kat R.

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

Girls weekend

Awesome place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andrea R.

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

Family trip

Our family went to Ely to ride the ATV trails. The property is very close to the trails and easy to get into town. The property was clean and a great place to come back to at night after a long day of trails. The neighbor was horrible so be aware.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Great cabin apartment with ideal location!

The place felt cozy and was very clean with a great kitchen for cooking! Loved being nestled in the woods with the heart of Ely within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cash M.

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

Nice place to stay in ely

We liked it alot
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christine k.

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

Stayed for a wedding

Over all it was a nice area and the stay was good
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Your host

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We're active outdoors in every season - hiking, biking, canoe/kayaking, and skiing!

Why they chose this property

Trails, trails, trails at the contiguous Hidden Valley recreation area - non motorized, of course! These trails are well maintained year-round by Ely Nordic Ski & Bike Club (memberships appreciated!) The property has a "Minnesota Mountain" feel, surrounded by woods and located on a short gravel road (one could coast on their bike all the way into town, about a half mile or so.)

What makes this property unique

Comfortable home-base for all outdoor activities described above - including a full kitchen, comfortable beds, hot shower/bath, and laundry area. The great room is the perfect place to gather in the evening after a full day on the trails or exploring Ely's nearby (and walkable) downtown.

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