Stunning elevated views of Grassy Pond from a thoughfully placed cabin. Cabin and sauna designed by Architect Dale Mulfinger, with the Sala Architect firm of Minneapolis. Quality handcrafted timber-frame, built in 2014 by the Wee Cabin Company of Ely. One of a kind energy efficient, 14' x 27' open living space, screened in porch, mudroom, and generous sleeping loft. Off grid living, electrically wired for the solar and generator power. Drilled well with freeze proof hand pump and electricle submersible; located conveniently close to the cabin. Carefully crafted wood burning 8 x 16 sauna building with outside fed Kuuma stove, dressing area, porch, and large windows that provide serene wooded views. Newer 16' x 24' bunkhouse designed by two U of M architecture and design students in collaboration with the owner. Hand-built by owners, family and friends. Includes living room with wood stove, main level bedroom with pocket doors, sliding patio doors to the private deck, and large sleeping loft. The 165' long beautiful suspended bridge allows for year round crossing over the marsh to access the low impact footpath through the woods to the north part of the property and beyond. Engineered and built by the owner and an experienced builder seasoned in construction, rigging, and high ropes course construction. The property is surrounded to the East and North by 1000's of acres of federal land, ponds and lakes. Other features include a 12' x 12' screenhouse overlooking Grassy Pond, outhouse, new 10 x 20 shed, and Solar panels. The cabin was featured in the October 2019 Star Tribune; https:startribune.com/less-is-enough-at-wee-cabin-on-edge-of-bwca/562192512. Copy and paste URL to read. Also featured in Dale Mulfinger's 2017 book The Family Cabin.
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
—
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
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Lot size
20 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
504
Year built
2014
Style
Other
County
St. Louis County
APN
613-0010-03035
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: None
Interior
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Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Wood
Interior Features
Interior Features: Sauna
Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Free Standing
Room Information
Basement Details: None
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Metal
Building Information
Development Status: Completed
Above Grade Finished Area: 765
# of Stories Total: 1
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
Property Features
Waterfront Features: Pond
Has View
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Detached
Lot Information
Lot Features: Many Trees, Level
Lot Size Dimensions: 1320 x 667
Lot Size Acres: 20
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,425
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Location
Schools Information
High School District: Ely #696
Location Information
Directions: From Ely, travel east on Hwy 169 to Co. Rd 88 (Grant McMahan Blvd) Turn left onto Co. Rd. 88 and follow to the Echo Trail. Turn right onto the Echo Trail and follow 8 miles to a right turn onto N. Grassy Road. Stay left onto Grassy Road and follow for 1.3 miles to the sign and fire number on the left side of road.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 504
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 20 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 2014
Year Renovated: —
County: St. Louis County
APN: 613-0010-03035
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
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Schools
Washington Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 8.1mi
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Memorial Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 8.1mi
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Memorial Secondary
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.1mi
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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0.77% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
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7 days above 92° expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
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