Located in the peaceful Big Lake area near Ely, Minnesota, this cozy lakeside cabin was built in 1950 and offers 400 square feet of living space. It includes 2 bedrooms and one ¾ bathroom with a shower. The main living area is open-concept, combining the kitchen and dining space. Outside, there’s a charming screened porch with beautiful lake views.
The cabin is part of Big Lake Wilderness Retreat CIC, a managed development that covers over 1,900 acres with a lake depth of up to 22 feet, known for excellent fishing. Owners can use the cabin privately and also rent it out short-term through an on-site management company. Rental income and maintenance costs are shared. A pontoon boat, which is relatively new, is included for both personal and rental use. The cabin is fully furnished and well maintained.
The asking price is \$232,000, with a price per square foot of around \$580. Annual HOA fees are \$3,000, which include building insurance. Property taxes for 2025 are \$969. The lot size is about 0.18 acres or 7,841 square feet. The cabin has a wood construction, a metal roof, and propane-forced air heating. There’s no cooling system. Water and sewer are shared and privately maintained. There’s no garage, but there is an outdoor parking spot.
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