Ely Getaway Near Town, Lakes, & Outdoor Recreation

If you’re longing for a revitalizing escape to 'the world's best town for outdoor thrills,' look no further than this Ely vacation rental! This 2-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a luxurious vintage feel and an ideal location in Ely, which serves as the gateway to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. The BWCAW is the most visited wilderness area in the U.S. with more than one million acres of wilderness and waterways, including more than 1,000 lakes in the heart of the Superior National Forest. -- THE PROPERTY -- Walkable Location | Free WiFi | Full Kitchen Opal House is located within easy walking distance to the best pubs, coffee houses, restaurants, and shops - right in the heart of the 'Coolest Small Town in America. You can leave the car at home as you head out for a night on the town! Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds | Additional Sleeping: Queen Air Mattress w/ Bedding INDOOR LIVING: 3 flat-screen Smart TVs, dining table, ceiling fans, reading nook, high-end furnishings, vaulted bedroom ceilings KITCHEN: Fully equipped, cooking basics, drip coffee maker, coffee grinder, toaster, blender, Crock-Pot OUTDOOR AREA: Porch, lounge furniture GENERAL: Central heating & air conditioning, linens, towels, hair dryer PARKING: Free street parking -- THE LOCATION -- RECREATION & NATURE: Trezona Trail Trailhead by Miners Lake (0.5 miles, < 10-min walk), Kawishiwi Falls Trail (6.0 miles), Bass Lake Trail (6.8 miles), Bear Head Lake State Park (16.9 miles), Giants Ridge Recreation Area (39.5 miles), Superior National Forest (40.1 miles) NEARBY LAKES: Miners Lake (0.5 miles), Shagawa Lake (1.0 miles), Fall Lake (4.4 miles), Mitchell Lake (4.6 miles), White Iron Lake (5.6 miles), Garden Lake (5.6 miles), Cedar Lake (5.9 miles), Burntside Lake (6.2 miles) LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: Whiteside Park (0.4 miles) Dorothy Molter Museum (1.5 miles), International Wolf Center (1.9 miles) FOOD + DRINK: Ely Steak House (0.3 miles), Britton's Cafe Inc. (0.3 miles), Insula Restaurant (0.4 miles), Boathouse Brewpub & Restaurant (0.4 miles), Gator's Grilled Cheese Emporium (0.6 miles) AIRPORTS: Falls International Airport (114.0 miles) -- REST EASY WITH EVOLVE -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome--because we know what vacation means to you. -- POLICIES -- - No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties or large gatherings - Must be at least 25 years old to book - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: All bedrooms and bathrooms are located on the second floor and require stairs; therefore, this property might not be suitable for guests with limited mobility - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features exterior security cameras, located above the garage and on the back of the house, facing out. They do not look into any interior spaces