Garden Lake Resort
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#20 of 38 Specialty lodging in Ely
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4.7
Cleanliness
4.9
Service
4.7
Value
4.3
We are a small, private, lakeside resort located on the edge of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area. Our cabins feature lakeside views, A/C, WiFi, Flat Screen TVs, full housekeeping amenities and more. Our cabins are extremely clean and we use green cleaning products for your health and the environment.
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Wifi
Beach
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Non-smoking hotel
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Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Microwave
Refrigerator
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Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
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Garden Lake Road P.O. Box 25, Ely, MN 55731
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2bedroom cabin with large living and kitchen areas. Clean and affordable. Garden Lake at the door and Ely MN close by for convenience, many outdoor adventures and shopping. Many good dining areas nearby. The owner is on location and provides an ambient setting for a nice holiday experience. We arrived to a clean cabin. The owner is a personable fellow with a good sense of humor and stories if you like to talk. This is the North woods on a beautiful lake with 3-islands to explore. The canoe and row boat are available gratis for guests. A power boat is available for a small fee. The wilderness area is close by for adventure with outfitters nearby to help navigate any adventure you're seeking. Canoes, ATV's, and every supply you may need are available for rent. I found the internet is limited here. Many/most businesses here don't have a strong presence on line. There are some real jewels here if you seek them out. What a pleasant and enjoyable trip.…
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Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Website pictures are prior to new owner. Buildings and grounds need help. Website gives you the impression that you get tv ,this is very misleading as there is no live tv. You have to stream video on your devices. Internet was iffy and low security. Definitely not like old owners kept it up. I would not recommend it.
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Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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His website is by the previous owners and it was really nice ,but now that this guy has taken over NOT SO MUCH. He has no cleaning service come in to clean after people check out so it not a guarantee your bedding will be clean. He picks up trash when he feels like it.. we had to buy our own trash bags, big black ants around the decks of the cabin which he does nothing about so we purchased ant spray. He request people to take showers before 9pm because of some plumbing issue he has . Travelers just beware and take your own bedding and a can of Lysol because this place Is not as clean as he says it is, and oh your lucky if you even see this guy while your there.
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Date of stay: July 2022
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Garden Lake is under new ownership. The new owner cares nothing about you. If you make a reservation it may or may not get canceled, depends on what kind of mood the owner is in. You also have no idea if your cabin will be clean upon arrival or if you will have to do it yourself. You’re better off paying a little more money and staying somewhere else.
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Date of stay: July 2022Trip type: Traveled with family
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We had stayed there 31 years. The new owner for 2 years has no experience or personality or business sense. It has gone downhill. No lights at night to see where you are walking cleanliness not good. Not a pleasant stay - ely is a great place - there are plenty of better places with people that appreciate your business. It is very unfortunate, a slum lord buys a resort and hopes to pocket money by selling in 5 years - doubt if he makes it 5 years. Hopefully a new owner will come along and bring it back.
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Date of stay: August 2022Trip type: Traveled with family
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The cabins were modern and clean and contained everything we needed to setup housekeeping. Tim the owner was always helpful and checked daily to make sure we had everything we needed. The fishing boat we rented worked great and it is a beautiful lake cruise around on. I am sure I will visit again.
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Date of stay: June 2022Trip type: Traveled with family
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We have been to garden lake resort twice in 2022, first in the winter and then again in June. Loved it both times - this is the perfect place for a relaxing time. The views from the cabins are amazing, the host is friendly and the beds are comfortable. We will definitely be back.
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Date of stay: June 2022Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Garden Lake Resort is a very welcoming 4 cabin resort with an attentive onsite owner. Peaceful place to work remotely! Lots of snow this year for the snowmobilers. Resort is just 5 miles from downtown Ely. Will return soon.
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Date of stay: March 2022
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Room Tip: All cabins have lake view and private deck, gas grill.
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So much beauty and fun to be had! We have been to Garden Lake twice in 2021 and both outings were so much fun in an amazing setting. The photo I posted here is the view of the night sky in September of 2021. Ely is an official world heritage dark sky sight and you can see the Milky Way Galaxy in the photo, amazing and highly recommended!
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Date of stay: September 2021
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I was very disappointed in the hospitality of the new owner. Although the cabins were clean and comfortable, it was lacking the welcoming atmosphere we had enjoyed in years past. My only interaction with the owner was his complaints about water usage. He also falsely accused both of our families of damaging boat props and tried to charge us 200 dollars for each boat. In short, it was a beautiful place with a very ungracious host.
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Date of stay: June 2021Trip type: Traveled with family
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United StatesMinnesotaEly
NUMBER OF ROOMS
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Frequently Asked Questions about Garden Lake Resort
Which popular attractions are close to Garden Lake Resort?
Nearby attractions include Kawishiwi Falls Trail (1.2 miles), International Wolf Center (3.3 miles), and Dorothy Molter Museum (3.7 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Garden Lake Resort?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and kids activities.
Which room amenities are available at Garden Lake Resort?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, air conditioning, and a refrigerator.
What are some restaurants close to Garden Lake Resort?
Conveniently located restaurants include Insula Restaurant, Gator's Grilled Cheese Emporium, and Front Porch Coffee & Tea Company.
Are there any historical sites close to Garden Lake Resort?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Dorothy Molter Museum (3.7 miles) and Ely Arts and Heritage Center (4.5 miles).