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Find serenity at The Northern JEM, a cozy Bovey cabin on the shores of Trout Lake. Enjoy lake access on-site, a private dock and 300 feet of shoreline perfect for water activities or fishing. Relax by the fire pit in your private yard, complete with a deck and picnic table.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 71250 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Lake view

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Waterfront Cabin on Trout Lake w/ Private Dock!

2-Acre Property | Fire Pit | Gas Grill | Kayaks

Make waves at 'The Northern JEM,' a 1-bedroom + loft, 1-bathroom Bovey vacation rental! With 300 feet of private shoreline and your own dock, it’s a hub for water skiing, fishing, and boating. When you’re ready to explore beyond the water, hit the trails for hiking, tee off at nearby golf courses, or browse shops and restaurants in Grand Rapids. Plan your trip to this Trout Lake cabin today!

-- THE PROPERTY --

- Bedroom: 1 queen bed
- Loft: 1 queen bed, 3 twin beds
- Additional Sleeping: 1 queen air mattress, 1 portable crib

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Private yard
- Deck
- Porch
- Picnic table
- Canoe

INDOOR LIVING
- 50” TV, DVD player
- Wood-burning stove
- Dining table, high chair
- Open floor plan

KITCHEN
- Stove/oven, refrigerator
- Drip coffee maker, toaster, microwave
- Dishware/flatware

ACCESSIBILITY
- 2-story cabin, exterior steps to enter
- Bedroom & bathroom on 1st floor

PARKING
- Driveway (3 vehicles)
- boat/trailer parking allowed on-site

-- THE LOCATION --

- Trout Lake access on-site, 7 miles to Trout Lake Boat Ramp
- 8 miles to Old Central School, Pasties Plus
- 8 miles to Grand Rapids: Rapids Brewing Company, Dotties Hometown Cafe & Beno's, Brewed Awakenings, Sammy's Pizza Restaurant & Tavern, Lake Lover Vintage, Clara's Cupboard Antiques and More, Central Square Mall, Downtown Country Roads Antiques
- 9 miles to Judy Garland Museum
- 11 miles to Forest History Center
- 12 miles to Tioga Beach & Pokegama Lake

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking inside the cabin. Smoking outside is permitted with proper cleanup of cigarette remnants
- Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes, 2 pets max)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This 2-story cabin requires exterior steps to enter. The bedroom and bathroom are on the 1st floor
- The property does not have air conditioning

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,250 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Note from host: A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Located in Bovey, this cabin is on the waterfront. Itasca County Historical Society Museum and The Gilbert Mansion are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Old Central School and Forest History Center. Travelling with kids? Consider The Myles Reif Center Performing Arts Center and Judy Garland Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Bovey travel guide
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Bovey, MN

What's nearby

  • inlet and backwaters of pokegama lake in grand rapids minnesota ; Shutterstock ID 405650593; Purchase Order: -
    Pokegama Lake
    18 min drive - 12.8 miles
  • Trout Lake
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Judy Garland Museum
    16 min drive - 11.5 miles
  • Wendigo Golf Course
    22 min drive - 15.5 miles
  • Greyhound Bus Museum
    45 min drive - 42.4 miles

Getting around

  • Hibbing, MN (HIB-Chisholm-Hibbing)
    45 min drive

Restaurants

  • Taco Bell
    11 min drive
  • Burger King
    11 min drive
  • Smoke On The Water
    16 min drive
  • Ravenstone Abbey
    15 min drive
  • Subway
    11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Cabin on Trout Lake w/ Private Dock! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Waterfront Cabin on Trout Lake w/ Private Dock!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Cabin on Trout Lake w/ Private Dock!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Cabin on Trout Lake w/ Private Dock!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Cabin on Trout Lake w/ Private Dock! located?

This family-friendly Bovey cabin is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Trout Lake and Mud Lake. Swan River and Trout Lake Eagle Wildlife Management Area are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Waterfront Cabin on Trout Lake w/ Private Dock! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 80 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cabin

We were in the area for medical reasons. The cabin has beautiful views, lake, trees, wildlife. Inside was equally as beautiful and has everything you could need. Wed stay again!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful space - just what we needed to rest and relax. So pretty and quiet - a peaceful place. Had everything we needed! Owner super responsive and had all the info we needed right at hand.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shay H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Visiting Family

We had the pleasure of staying at The Gem while visiting family in Bovey. It was such a beautiful location (that is saying something considering we are from Alaska) with everything you could need. We had a wonderful time fishing on the lake and were quite successful. The sunroom was a fantastic surprise on arrival. We look forward to staying again while visiting family in the near future.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet solitude!

Enjoyed our stay at this lake home. Very convenient to Grand Rapids and Hibbing with easy access to golf and trails. Bed was comfy. Host was responsive when needed. Loved having the bald eagle pair hanging around along with a juvenile. Were surprised one day by an actual flock of downy woodpeckers flitting through the trees around the cabin!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the location and the views! Beautiful cabin Paradise in the fall
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Trout lake cabin

Was a very quiet and beautiful place to stay. Had everything needed. Owner was responsive if needed. Would stay again and recommend!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tara A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Stay

I would recommend to bring your own bath towels. The bath towels there were pretty old and not very nice. The location is quiet and peaceful. The cabin served its purpose for a weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanenne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed Sunday thru Thursday. The weather was beautiful. Actually had a glass looking lake one morning when we went kayaking. The loons sang their songs and actually had eagles flying back and forth from our shore to another across the lake. We had everything we needed and will be returning. Lovely at the end of the Cul de sac, neighbors and the lake were very quiet. Just what we needed. The addition of the 3 season porch was a welcome and wonderful surprise. My husband had just gotten out of the hospital and it was perfect for him to sit and enjoy Thank you very much for a lovely experience
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeanine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely locale

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The linens (both bedding and the bath/kitchen towels) could use refreshing and/or replacing. But overall the place is great!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful property with up north feel on a great (super clear) lake. Very Nice!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family lake vacation

This was our first visit to this property and we loved it! I especially loved it being tucked back on a cul-de-sac. We had essentially no traffic and only had neighbors a couple of the days we were there.The property was very well maintained. Our family spent most of our time, when not on the lake, in the 3 season room. I loved the floor to ceiling windows. We spent many hours playing cards in this space. The fishing was great once we figured out the lake! We caught some really nice walleye, smallmouth, and large mouth bass as well a some northerns.My only complaint, although more a suggestion is regarding the shower. The shower is pretty small and it would have been nice to have been able to adjust the direction of the shower head.All in all, we loved this vacation and hope to return!
Sunrise from the dock
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Little Cabin on a Nice Lake

We enjoyed our stay at this cabin. We stayed with our young adult children and brought the boat. Positive/Pros: Located on a quiet dead-end road 3 season porch was fantastic Lake is nice/clean water/large in size Public boat landing is close and easy to find Size of cabin/layout was perfect for the 4 of us Dock for boats Plenty of wood for bon fire and wood stove--which we needed one night as it was quite cool Plenty of parking-we were able to park our boat and truck near the cabin Not far from Grand Rapids if you need anything Internet was a nice surprise so my daughter could work on her class while we were there It's quite an elevation change from the cabin to the dock with quite a few stairs so anyone not in good shape may have issues navigating the incline, though there is a bench about half way to rest on.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darla L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

You must rent this cabin!!

The Northern Gem was everything we needed and more for our vacation! The cabin and property were spacious and clean. They have chairs and a picnic table for sitting on the patio and have a new porch that was a great place to eat and play games, etc. The owner was very informative and easy to work with! The kitchen is stocked with everything we needed! The only thing that could be improved are the mattresses in the loft! Going down to the dock has a lot of stairs but was great exercise! There is a nice dock by the water. We rented a pontoon from R&R in Grand Rapids. They deliver and pick up!! The cabin is in a great location, very close to Grand Rapids. Our favorite places to eat were Sammies Pizza, Mad Dogs and Rapids Brewery! It is very close to Eagle Ridge golf course, which also has a nice restaurant/ bar/ golf course! Thanks for helping us to have a great vacation!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Andy

We loved it

Our stay at Northern Jem was excellent! The cabin was more than sufficient and we had plenty of room. All of our five children had thier own bed. We very much enjoyed the three seasons room where we ate most of our meals. The property is beautiful and full of birds and squirrels. We saw deer multiple times on the road to and from the cabin. We enjoyed fishing from the private dock (lots of perch there that you can hardly keep off your hook) and fishing from a boat where we caught lots of bass and a few bluegill. Our youngest caught a 17" small mouth bass which he will remember forever. Some reviews mention the steps from the cabin to to dock, so we knew what to expect there. It was a bit of a work out each time, but it's good leg strengthening activity! Communication with the owner was excellent. I had one question during our stay and he responded promptly.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sara C.

Just okay

Cabin was clean but had some functional issues. The kitchen sink had a leak that caused water damage creating a strong moldy/musty smell. The overall water pressure in the cabin was not good. The toilet tank stopped filling and we were not able to flush the toilet without pouring water in it. All of these things we were able to manage with but for the overall cost of this rental I was disappointed. The kids had a great time enjoying the loft feature, all appliances worked great and were nice and clean.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Rica E.

Big Fun at the Lake

Rica, Margot, and I went here for a few days in May. Margot enjoyed running around on the grass and at the water's edge. After an hour of playing at the lake, we would go back to the cabin and take naps by the fire. We did this many times. It was big time fun and very relaxing. More highlights are detailed below. Margot and I went out on the canoe once. It was fun, but challenging to control with one person. (Margot is a dog.) Later I dropped my water bottle in the lake so I went out on a kayak to retrieve it. This was easier to control, so I tried to fish from the kayak. I got seasick from the light choppiness on the lake, so I went back to the shore. (Rica told me to mention that I get seasick VERY EASILY, and this is not a problem with the lake.) We got food at Ogle's after I failed to catch a fish. It was good. We watched TV in the evenings. Highlights included "Ask This Old House" and "Rick Steves' Europe" on PBS. On the last morning, I got out to the dock before 6AM in order to fish. A beaver swam past the dock and gave me a look that said "What? I'm a beaver. Get out of my face." I still caught nothing. (I should also mention that I have never caught a fish without my dad present.) I left my magnetic Star Wars light-sabre-shaped bottle opener on the refrigerator door. We may need another trip to the Northern Jem to retrieve it.
Archival

8/10 Good

Nice Cabin. Lots of stairs to the lake

My husband and I were at Trout lake for a fishing event, and we came early to scout out the lake. We overall had a good stay the Northern Jem. The cabin is very clean, well decorated, and has everything you might need in the kitchen. The owners were responsive with any questions that came up. The area around the cabin was quite beautiful and there were deer that walked through the paths every morning. There was enough parking for our boat trailer and probably 2 other vehicles. We brought our 19 ft Lund fishing boat and the dock was good. There are big walleye, small mouth, and northern in this lake. I also caught a lot of rock bass off of the dock. Overall, this was a nice cabin on a decent fishing lake. Some "words of advice" for summer travelers to this cabin (the following is no fault of the cabin, but I mention because it may provide some guidance with choosing this cabin for your vacation) - We came during a very HOT week with temps in the 90s every day and high humidity (dew points in the upper 60s). The temps usually get down to 50s at night in northern MN, but when we were there they got down to 75ish. We had the windows open with all fans on ect and the coolest it got in the cabin was around 80 degrees most nights. There was one night were we there was a breeze which was SUPER helpful. For perspective, our towels would not dry inside or outside on the line over the night from the heat and humidity. The hot sun was able to dry them during the day though. We are fairly tolerant people, but we were pretty miserable as there was no real “escape” from the heat except to go places in the car for some air-conditioning. So, if you are planning a mid-summer vacation, keep this in mind. -There are over 60+ stairs between the dock and the cabin. Some of the stairs are on a hill/incline so it is more than just stairs. I read on another review that there were stairs, but I didn't anticipate quite this many. We are young and healthy so didn't have any issues with them, but for someone that was older or has joint issues, getting up and down could definitely be an issue. My 70 yo father would not be able to make it up and down the stairs. All of that being said, I would consider coming back in the fall or spring when the weather was cooler.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin!

Everything you could need is supplied. The new addition of the 3 season porch is wonderful. We didn’t realize it was so high up from the lake. Enjoyed watching the eagles. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lisa Phillips

Adorable cabin on the lake!

The cabin with all its lovely colors and rustic charm was the perfect getaway. We loved the loft with multiple beds. The new enclosed porch was a great addition where we played games, had meals and hung out. Cabin had all the items we needed for meals, plenty of towels, and games. A cozy spot for family to reconnect, make memories and enjoy each other in a beautiful space. It rained while we were there, so there was some lake time but not as much as we would have liked. We used the canoe which was nice to have available. The grounds surrounding the cabin with the tree canopy was lovely and wonderful. We would definitely book in the future for family vacations. Thank you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome property!

We enjoyed a wonderful week at The Northern Jem. Trout Lake is a gift of nature and this very private waterfront cottage provided an exceptional shoreline to enjoy this lakeside experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hailei X.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Place

We enjoyed the cabin vacation. It is quiet and peaceful. We enjoyed the canoe and bonfire.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Week get away

This was my second time renting here, still as wonderful as I remember from 2 years ago. They also made some updates to the place that are beautiful! Great place to relax with the family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Laudan

Thank you!

Thank you for sharing your cabin with us! We had a lovely relaxing weekend. The space has all the basic things you will need. It's cozy and the star of the show is the view of the lake. The space is getting some finishing touches with the addition of the new sun room, but is still totally wonderful. Classic Minnesota cabin :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toni Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls weekend

We had a great girls weekend. We loved the loft with all the beds. It was great to all sleep in the same spot! The wood stove was great for those chilly fall nights. The cabin had everything we needed! We will definitely be back!! Probably a girls summer weekend so we can enjoy the beautiful lake!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

A True Northern Gem

We had a great time at Northern Jem. It was exactly what we were hoping for: a log cabin nestled in beautiful fall colored trees, catching fish kayaking on a clear blue lake, cool fall weather and warming ourselves by the wood burning stove. We even got a glimpse of the bald eagle fishing from the lake. A perfect get away. Thank you for sharing your cabin with us.