Nestled in Minnesota’s Saint Louis County, Ely is a lovely city with a quintessential small-town charm. It offers many exciting attractions, and one of the most sought-after is Shagawa Lake. The body of water welcomes swimmers and fishing enthusiasts with an abundance of smallmouth bass, bluegill, crappie, and walleye fry. For outdoor adventure, enjoy scenic hikes and mesmerizing waterscapes at Trezona Trail. You can also celebrate your visit to the city by playing golf at Ely Golf Course and enjoying delicious food and drinks at Stony Ridge Resort & Cafe. Do you need help finding the perfect accommodation? Will you be holidaying with your pet? If so, browse through this list of top pet-friendly cabins in Ely, Minnesota.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and pet-friendly rules and regulations. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 12, 2024.
1. Cabin on Six Mile Lake (from USD 245)
Find peace in this rustic cabin on the shores of Six Mile Lake in Ely. This Airbnb vacation rental has a loft area with a queen bed and two adorable built-in bunk beds — perfect for a small family. You can also bring your fur babies along for the adventure with a gorgeous garden surrounding the cabin! Do note that the cabin only allows a maximum of two well-behaved dogs.
Furthermore, stay cozy with your fur babies, thanks to the indoor fireplace. Although a fully functional kitchen is at your disposal, you can use the outdoor grill for cookouts, too. After a fun day, soak in the antique clawfoot bath to rejuvenate. However, the highlight of this property is the private lake area that you can explore using the canoes provided by the hosts.
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the cabin was extremely comfortablethe cabin was clean and comfortable with beautiful views especially the sunsetsthe cabin was well set up and comfortableour group of 4 adults and a 14 year old boy were more than comfortable hereoverall our family of 5 fit well into this cozy cabinCleanliness:
everything was spotless and comfortablewonderful log cabin- clean and comfortablethe cabin was very clean and comfortablethe cabin was clean comfortable and safethe cabin is quaint and comfortable and was very clean when we arrivedHost:
david was a fantastic hostdavid was a great host looking forward to staying againdavid was very friendly and we connected very easilydavid was a really thoughtful and responsive host who made the whole stay a breezedavid was a great host and really made this a nice and easy stayRead more reviewsLocation:
the cabin and location are simply amazingwonderful cabin spectacular location beautiful sceneryclose to ely and nice and cozy toothe cabin is gorgeous and the location is beautiful and secludedit’s a great place to unwind and get away from the hustle and bustle
2. Bear Cabin (from USD 140)
Bear Cabin is the key to your perfect lake adventure! This pet-friendly cabin is near a lake in Minnesota, and it includes an extensive outdoor area for your dogs to run wild in. You can only get one dog per booking with a weight limit of 20 pounds (9 kilograms).
Sit back on the screened-in porch and relax while you enjoy a scenic view from this Vrbo vacation rental in Ely. For the water babies, canoes and kayaks are also accessible. While here, gather with fellow campers around the community fire pit for fun evenings beneath the stars. Also, don’t forget to embark on a fishing trip from the provided boat!
3. Restored rustic retreat near downtown (from USD 200)
This rustic 1800s retreat has all the makings of a lovely dog-friendly cabin in Ely, Minnesota. It can accommodate six guests and their well-behaved pets. The outdoor area has plenty of grassy spaces where your fur baby can roll over and sniff the earth.
Besides the pet-friendly concept, you’ll like the rental’s amenities, including a full kitchen and Wi-Fi, must-haves for vacationing families. Air conditioning, a fireplace, and a TV are bonuses.
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even my oldest daughter who barely share her room loved us sleeping together in the lofteverything was well thought out and every room was a delight to be inwe fell in love with the beautiful log cabin interior and cozy pine wallscolleen’s cabin was amazing the decor and overall atmosphere was very cozyCleanliness:
very clean and cozy cabinvery clean and well maintainedsuper cozy and clean cabin feelcolleen's place was cozy clean and comfortablevery thoughtful host immaculately clean and charming insideHost:
the host is quick and efficient at responding to any questionscolleen is a wonderful caring hostcolleen our host was extremely easy to communicate withgas fireplace comfortable beds kitchen amenities and a wonderful responsive host that provided great recommendations that met our interestscolleen was great to work with and responsive to minor questionsRead more reviewsLocation:
wonderful cozy cabin close to townbeautiful rustic cabin within walking distance of downtown elythe location was best balance of peace and walkability to restaurants/shoppingthe cabin was close to downtown ely making it an easy drive to restaurants and storeswhat an amazing space so close to town
Other pet-friendly accommodations in Ely, Minnesota
4. The Lazy Dog Inn
A holiday in the beautiful city of Ely will not be as fun if you have to leave some loved ones behind. The Lazy Dog Inn is a pet-friendly lodging in Ely, Minnesota, that guarantees a welcome to communicate with the host about your pet’s information. The four-legged members of the family will have a wonderful time playing in the grassy backyard while you set up a picnic on the deck.
Besides the lovely interiors and the pet-friendly policy, guests will love the well-appointed space. You can work your culinary magic in the private Pinterest-worthy kitchen and browse the web to your heart’s content.
Ely, Minnesota, United StatesSuperhost
Accommodates: 4
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beds were very comfortable (foam)this is an incredibly cozy charming house in minnesota’s best small townCleanliness:
extremely clean and comfortable stayvery stylish space and incredibly cleanquaint and clean property loved all the extra little touchesthe house is well maintained and cleanwe loved our stay at the lazy dog inn beautiful clean home in a great locationHost:
lovely little place hosts were very communicative and accommodatingthank you for hosting me and it’s so good to know that you were therelaura was a great host and ely is a great place to visitRead more reviewsLocation:
super charming house walking distance to towneasy to walk to and fromthe house is in a great location near shops and restaurantsgreat location adorable house perfect for a girls weekend getawaythis is such a lovely place to stay it is close to everything in town
5. The Madison (from USD 344)
For tourists seeking spacious accommodations in Ely, consider this 6-bedroom Airbnb for 15. It is family-friendly, embracing kids and pets with open arms. Up to two dogs can be accommodated, and they must be less than 20 pounds (9 kilograms).
The rental boasts a premium kitchen, so you’ll have everything you need to whip up a feast. A coffee bar is at your service, as well. Additionally, this Airbnb has Wi-Fi, which will please everyone in your crew.
When not lounging in the living room, you can relax on the patio while sipping drinks and people-watching. With a propane grill available, you can enjoy a barbecue anytime.
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would have been nice to have a tv in upstairs family roomCleanliness:
clean and impeccably maintainedclean comfy and even had a backyard full of raspberriesthey place was perfect and very cleanamble room clean and convenient to downtown elyperfect for our family along with aunts uncles and cousins very cleanHost:
we stayed at the madison house and keith was a wonderful hostplenty of space for our group and property manager was very responsiveRead more reviewsLocation:
downtown ely is close with many cute shops to browse
6. Cozy cottage with a private bathroom (from USD 79)
If you are a group of four, this two-bedroom Vrbo rental in Ely, Minnesota, on Sheridan Street may be a suitable choice. Besides two-legged guests, four-legged companions are also welcome. Note that only a single pet is allowed, but there is no weight restriction.
For your comfort and convenience, this Airbnb rental has air-conditioning, WiFi, and a private bathroom. While it doesn’t have a kitchen, you’ll find excellent dining spots nearby.
A parking space is available for guests with a ride.
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it was clean and cozy and the host and property manager were both responsive and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is great for accessing town or the great outdoorsnice unit convenient location good communication with property manager
7. Lovely abode with a fenced yard (from USD 154)
This Airbnb is suitable for families with pets. It has a fenced yard with outdoor furniture where you can relax while your fur baby stretches on the grass. The interior is pretty impressive, furnished with neutral-colored walls and rustic accents.
You’ll find a kitchen and a private bathroom. With Wi-Fi, you can keep up with your social media activities. Google Chromecast is also available, handy if you want to enjoy your mobile activities on a bigger screen. This air-conditioned guesthouse is also equipped with laundry appliances.
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it was nice to have air conditioning in the summerthis kitchen table can sit four but it's a tight fitthe two bedrooms are up a steep set of steps but were roomy and comfortablehaving laundry on the main floor and a nice deck outside were some great featuresthe home is super basic but linens were clean and wifi and television worked wellCleanliness:
everything was clean and comfortableit was a very clean cozy housecomfortable clean and close to ely shops and restaurants our dog loved the yardvery clean and a fully stalked kitchenthe house was clean and comfortable and had everything we neededHost:
host was great and responsive communicatorthe host was super nice and responsivefriendly neighbors too thank you aubreyaubrey is an absolutely amazing hostaubrey was a great host for my family and i staying in elyRead more reviewsLocation:
good location walking distance to everythinglocation is perfectgreat location walking distance everything downtowngreat central location close to downtown shoppinggreat location in central ely
8. Family-friendly guesthouse with a fire pit
Make your dream family getaway a reality and complete your holiday plans by securing this lovely two-bedroom Airbnb. It boasts stylish interiors with bright yellow walls, hardwood flooring, and elegant chandeliers. It is also well-equipped, housing a functional kitchen and a comfortable lounge. On lazy days, gather around the pool table for a game or two or take advantage of the free Wi-Fi.
This rental welcomes pets so you can enjoy a family holiday with your four-legged loved ones. The outdoor area boasts a fire pit, where you can roast s'mores while watching your fur baby run around and play.
Accommodates: 4
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the amenities— including supplies to make a great breakfast or a snack — were greatly appreciatedtwo very comfortable beds and a sofathere's lots of wonderful fresh linen and delicious breakfast foodHost:
joseph is a fantastic hostgreat place and joseph was a great hostjoseph is an attentive and proactive host who makes sure everything about your stay is exceptionaljoseph was a wonderful host he has thought of everything one could need being away from homejoseph was very responsive and eager to make our visit a pleasant and successful oneRead more reviewsLocation:
joseph's place was the perfect for the base of our boundary waters tripwonderful place to stay and relaxjoseph's place was easy to find
Enjoy a blissful holiday in Ely with you loved ones
Ely is a charming city with gorgeous natural wonders. It also has fantastic dining spots that foodies can look forward to. For vacationing families, this list of top pet-friendly cabins in Ely, Minnesota, will come in handy for your upcoming visit.
If you’re eager to uncover even more accommodation options, it’s time to set your sights on Ely!
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