Harvey House | 2-BR in the Heart of Ely, Minnesota

Step back in time in our beautifully restored 2-bedroom, 1-bath historic bungalow in the heart of Ely. This charming home sleeps up to four across two queen beds, blending vintage charm with modern comfort. Use it as your home base for the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and Ely's trails, shops, and restaurants. Book your stay and experience the allure of this in-town gem. The space Harvey House is a lovingly restored historic bungalow that pairs original character — hardwood floors, vintage trim, and cozy period details — with the comforts today's travelers expect. The main floor features two bedrooms, each with a queen bed, and a full bathroom, comfortably sleeping up to four guests. A nice dining room area gives you a real space to gather over meals, and the kitchen is fully equipped for cooking after a day on the water or trail. Reliable, fast wifi throughout the house makes it easy to get work done if you need to — the dining room doubles nicely as a workspace. Whether you're here for a Boundary Waters expedition, a wildlife-watching weekend, or a productive stretch of remote work between adventures, Harvey House gives you a genuine slice of Ely character as your home base. Guest access At Harvey House, you'll have full access to the property except for the unfinished basement which is off limits to guests. Other things to note Ely blends outdoor adventure with genuine small-town character — and you're steps from all of it: 🛶 Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness — gateway to over a million acres of paddling and backcountry camping. Several BWCA outfitters are within walking distance, making it easy to rent gear, arrange permits, or get a shuttle for your Boundary Waters trip without needing a car 🌲 Superior National Forest — the 3-million-acre forest surrounding Ely, with hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing options beyond the Boundary Waters itself 🚵 Mesabi Trail / Trezona Trail — this scenic paved trail runs right through Ely, about a half-mile from the house, perfect for an easy bike ride or walk straight from your stay 🐺 International Wolf Center & North American Bear Center — Ely's signature wildlife attractions, a short drive from the house 🍁 Fall colors — Ely's mix of birch, aspen, and maple against the North Woods lakes makes late September through early October a favorite time to visit, with prime color often peaking in the last two weeks of September ❄️ Harvey House is close to access to snowmobiling and Nordic ski trails in winter 🌌 Dark sky viewing — the Ely area's low light pollution makes it a top Midwest spot for stargazing and the Northern Lights 🐕 Dogsledding — several outfitters are within about 15 miles, offering guided dogsled tours through the North Woods — a classic winter Ely experience 🎨 Seasonal festivals — the Blueberry Art Festival, Harvest Moon Festival, and Ely Film Festival all draw visitors throughout the year 🐾 Dog-friendly adventures — bring your dog along and hit the Mesabi Trail or explore the North Woods together; Harvey House welcomes pets 🏘️ Downtown Ely — walk to Sheridan Street's shops and restaurants, or relax in Whiteside Park Whether you're heading out for a multi-day Boundary Waters trip or just want a cozy in-town base for exploring the North Woods, Harvey House puts it all within easy reach.