Imagine owning your own private piece of paradise with over 10 acres on Waters Island with a staggering 2,000 feet of pristine shoreline on beautiful Burntside Lake and a rare offering of a separate 2+ acre mainland parcel with 210 feet of shoreline on Van Vac Road for convenient access and extra privacy provided by the massive, towering Pines. Between the Island, and Inland lot, you have two additional building sites AND a Cabin if you wanted to separate the parcels. Wrapped in rustic rough cedar siding, it sits perfectly on the island with breathtaking sunrise views greeting you each day, sitting where an original trappers shack was located. You have 3 docks and 2 additional buildable lots. The 3rd dock in on the 4-acre western parcel on the island and features two benches hand made from fallen trees, one overlooks the west view, and one overlooks the east view. In the cabin, you have cozy window seats line the living room, inviting you to soak in the vast lake views. Upstairs, the loft features beds tucked into the eaves for max space, with two more bedrooms on the main floor. Open floor plan hosts the living room, dining and kitchen all overlooking Burntside. And don't forget the Sauna! Spend your days exploring the island’s wooded trails and picking fresh wild blueberries. Modern conveniences are already in place: power, internet, septic system... Handy shed stores all your lakeside necessities. True legacy property that is being offered for the first time. Whether you’re seeking a peaceful family retreat, a hunting and fishing basecamp, or a private island getaway, look no further. It's time to start living your dreams today.
Single-familyProperty Type
1978Year Built
12.2 acresLot Size
$1,328Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Andrea Zupancich• Z'Up North Realty, Inc.
Imagine owning your own private piece of paradise with over 10 acres on Waters Island with a staggering 2,000 feet of pristine shoreline on beautiful Burntside Lake and a rare offering of a separate 2+ acre mainland parcel with 210 feet of shoreline on Van Vac Road for convenient access and extra privacy provided by the massive, towering Pines. Between the Island, and Inland lot, you have two additional building sites AND a Cabin if you wanted to separate the parcels. Wrapped in rustic rough cedar siding, it sits perfectly on the island with breathtaking sunrise views greeting you each day, sitting where an original shack was located. You have 3 docks and 2 additional buildable lots. The 3rd dock in on the 4-acre western parcel on the island and features two benches hand made from fallen trees, one overlooks the west view, and one overlooks the east view. Cabin features 3 BR, bath, sauna, living, kitchen, and dining, all with amazing views! Modern conveniences already in place.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,256 (+18.2%)
$552,500 + $1,000
$553,500
2025
$4,448 (+5.7%)
$480,400 + $800
$481,200
2024
$4,208 (+8.3%)
$453,200 + $1,000
$454,200
2023
$3,886 (+5.1%)
$384,500 + $800
$385,300
2022
$3,696 (−3.3%)
$326,100 + $700
$326,800
2021
$3,824 (+5.6%)
$326,100 + $700
$326,800
2020
$3,620 (−2.1%)
$326,100 + $700
$326,800
2019
$3,696 (+0.2%)
$333,700 + $700
$334,400
2018
$3,688 (−0.6%)
$333,700 + $700
$334,400
2017
$3,710 (−5.0%)
$333,700 + $700
$334,400
2016
$3,904 (−2.0%)
$351,200 + $700
$351,900
2014
$3,983 (−0.7%)
$352,600 + $700
$353,300
2013
$4,012
$352,600 + $700
$353,300
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2.8 Acres
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St. Louis County
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Last updated by owner on Sep 19, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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0.00% 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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Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Ely, MN • 55731
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Redfin Estimate for 2763 Van Vac Rd
$1,409,491
$81K under list price of $1.49M
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