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East Wind Cabin with Screened Porch & Direct BWCA Access – Near Ely, MN.

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Looking out onto Moose Lake, BWCA, and the Quetico
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Exterior
Entrance to East Bedroom and stairwell to loft
Living Room and wood stove

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Ely, MN
  • Superior National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Secret Blackstone Trailhead
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • The Lodge
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

East Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Loft

3 Single Beds

West Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

East Wind Cabin with Screened Porch & Direct BWCA Access – Near Ely, MN.

East Wind Cabin with Moose Lake Views and Direct Access to the BWCA with World Class Fishing – Ely, MN

Welcome to East Wind at Vosburgh’s Custom Cabin Rentals—your private gateway to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW). Located 20 miles northeast of Ely, Minnesota, this handcrafted cabin sits on the quiet shoreline of Moose Lake with stunning views into Canada’s Quetico Provincial Park. Unlike most resort cabins, East Wind offers a sense of privacy and space, while still giving guests access to full resort amenities, including boats, canoes, and expert outfitting support.

As part of Vosburgh’s Custom Cabin Rentals, guests at East Wind enjoy the convenience of a resort setting, including garbage pickup, on-site support, and access to shared amenities like the boat house and fish cleaning house.

East Wind is a wonderful option for families looking to share the magic of the Boundary Waters with their children—while still enjoying the comfort and ease of cabin life. With many nearby day trip paddle routes, including the popular Lake One loop, it's an ideal home base for introducing kids to canoe country. Moose Lake is excellent for fishing and swimming; children love jumping off our docks. While we don’t have a pool, the lake provides plenty of fun and refreshment. Our website offers additional nearby day trip paddle and hiking suggestions to help plan your adventure.

This cozy summer home features two enclosed bedrooms with queen beds, along with a spacious open loft with full standing headroom and three single beds. East Wind Cabin accommodates up to 7 people. The cabin also includes a full bathroom with shower, a well-equipped kitchen with stove, fridge, oven, microwave, coffee maker, and all basic cookware, plus an open-concept living and dining area with beautiful woodwork and vaulted ceilings. A large screened-in porch faces the lake and is perfect for relaxing, reading, or watching the sunrise over Moose Lake. All linens and blankets are provided, though guests should bring their own towels.

Weekly cabin rentals include a 16 ft. Lund fishing boat with swivel seats. Guests are welcome to bring their own 25 hp motor or smaller, or rent one from the resort for $375 per week or $75 per day. Additional rentals available include depth finders, trolling motors, canoes, and live bait. Guests have full access to the boathouse, dock, and fish cleaning house throughout their stay.

East Wind offers direct access to the BWCA via Moose Lake, allowing guests to paddle or boat straight into one of the most scenic and pristine wilderness areas in the country. Whether you're here to fish for walleye and lake trout, spot loons and eagles from your porch, or simply unplug and reconnect with nature, this cabin is an ideal home base for all your Northwoods adventures.

Starlink WiFi is available in the boathouse, but there is limited WiFi in the cabin—perfect for those looking to unplug. Cell service is limited, though WiFi calling is possible from the boathouse. Pets are welcome, but must be supervised and may not be left alone in the cabin. Smoking is not allowed indoors. Free parking is available for vehicles and trailers.

Inquire directly about the procurement and availability of BWCA permits.

Cabin is available May through October. Additional local and state taxes not collected through VRBO may be due at check-in. Minimum stay requirements may apply during peak season. Book early to secure your preferred dates—East Wind is a favorite for families, paddlers, and anglers returning year after year.

Property manager

Owner / Manager

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children welcome
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Events

Events allowed
Events Allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Pets considered
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 are allowed on site
Note from host: Events Allowed
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Ely

Located in Ely, this cabin is in a rural area. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Dorothy Molter Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Superior National Forest and Secret Blackstone Trailhead. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Ely, MN

What's nearby

  • Superior National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Secret Blackstone Trailhead - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • The Lodge - 5 min drive - 2.2 km
  • International Wolf Center - 35 min drive - 36.0 km
  • White Iron Lake - 36 min drive - 34.6 km

Getting around

  • Hibbing, MN (HIB-Chisholm-Hibbing) - 120 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is East Wind Cabin with Screened Porch & Direct BWCA Access – Near Ely, MN. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at East Wind Cabin with Screened Porch & Direct BWCA Access – Near Ely, MN.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at East Wind Cabin with Screened Porch & Direct BWCA Access – Near Ely, MN.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is East Wind Cabin with Screened Porch & Direct BWCA Access – Near Ely, MN. located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Superior National Forest and Secret Blackstone Trailhead. The Lodge and Flash Lake are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brent W., Menomonie Wi

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

Relaxing

very nice clean cabin. Beautiful front porch view. Amazing night stars!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

Michelle L., Minneapolis USA

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

Cabin 6

We throughly enjoyed our stay with Vosburgh Custom Cabins. Felt the place should have been aired out some before our arrival. Although Willy did send an email confirming and what to bring, it got lost in the shuffle and we did not bring towels. He was more than gracious to loan us some, but having this updated on the VBRO site would have been helpful. Also setting a few mouse traps before we arrived would also been nice. We caught the three that were in and around and no more.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcus P.

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

As expected

Nice little get away, no TV, Internet or phone service. Fun fishing and the people are great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin F.

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

Amazing views on Moose Lake

We stayed three nights on East Wind for a short family vacation. There were 5 of us; myself, my wife, our three boys (8, 6, and 2) and our dog. The cabin is on a hill facing Moose lake and the views from the large front porch are spectacular. The cabin has two pretty nice sized rooms and a loft that is perfect for kiddos. Altogether the space was more than enough for us and very comfortable. Willie and Betsy were very nice and accommodating. Our second day there we rented a boat from Willie and, thanks to his directions, spent the afternoon exploring moose lake. We also hicked the blackstone trail down the road (I highly recommend it), did a couple of waterfalls, the Bear Center and the Wolf center (both really neat), and did a couple of trips to Ely (about 20 min away). Altogether a great place for vacationing and we will be back next year for a liger stay! Martin
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cathy E.

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

We had a wonderful stay

Beautiful views and escape to nature. Clean property and friendly owners who want you to have an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Owner / Manager

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We’re a family-run business based just outside Ely, Minnesota, with a long history of helping guests experience the beauty and solitude of the Northwoods.

For generations, we’ve shared our love of fishing, paddling, and quiet mornings on Moose Lake with families and friends who return year after year. Hosting gives us the chance to introduce new guests to the rhythm of the wilderness—slow mornings, sunset paddles, and time together that’s uninterrupted by screens or schedules.

Why they chose this property

Moose Lake sits at the edge of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and looks directly into Canada’s Quetico Provincial Park. It’s remote enough to feel truly wild but still accessible by car. We are only 20 minutes from Ely, MN.

We chose this spot for its panoramic lake views, quiet shoreline, and direct access to wilderness travel. Built in 2000, guests will appreciate the fine woodwork and functionality. With access to our main dock and marina, your boat is only a short walk down the hill or an even shorter drive.

What makes this property unique

East Wind Cabin is one of the most distinctive rentals at Vosburgh’s Custom Cabin Rentals. Originally built as a family summer home, it offers a more spacious and thoughtfully designed layout than a typical cabin, with beautiful custom woodwork, vaulted ceilings, and a large open loft with full standing headroom. The screened-in porch provides sweeping views of Moose Lake and the distant hills of Canada’s Quetico Provincial Park, making it an ideal spot to relax and enjoy the sounds of nature. Unlike many cabins, East Wind is set apart from the others, giving guests a greater sense of privacy while still enjoying the convenience of a full-service resort. As part of Vosburgh’s, guests benefit from daily garbage pickup, on-site support, and access to shared amenities like the boat house, fish cleaning house, and gear rentals. With its blend of rustic charm, comfort, and direct access to the BWCA, East Wind is a perfect choice for families, fishing groups, and anyone seeking a peaceful, well-equipped Northwoods retreat.

Languages:

English