Blue Heron Retreat. Now's your chance to grab your own spot on 27-Acre large, Long Island on Lake Vermilion! Tired of neighbors, traffic, and other humans in general? Then this A-frame cabin on Long Island might be exactly what you’re looking for. Tucked near the East end of the island, this cute cabin gives you plenty of room to spread out. Bunkhouse or sauna bldg ready to be finished as you like. It features a loft, a main-floor bedroom, an open kitchen and living area, plus an enclosed porch and a charming little deck — perfect for dramatically sipping coffee while staring at the water like you’re in the movie "On Golden Pond" With 487 feet of shoreline, you’ve basically got your own little kingdom. And the best part? Your commute is just a quick boat ride from Stuntz Bay. No roads, no traffic, and the only neighbors you’ll have are the loons and the occasional curious otter, maybe a walleye. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful weekend getaway or just want to tell people you “own part of an island now,” Blue Heron Retreat on Long Island delivers serious privacy with a healthy dose of Northwoods charm. Come see it before someone else claims your island.
For sale
Price cut: $27K (6/7)
$312,000
5298 Long Island, Tower, MN 55790
2beds
0baths
426sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2019
2.14 Acres Lot
$301,400 Zestimate®
$732/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
A-frame cabinCharming little deckEnclosed porchMain-floor bedroom
- 22 days |
- 1,334 |
- 66 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Andrea Zupancich 218-749-0159,
Z' Up North Realty
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6125883
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 0
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Enclosed Porch
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 76.8 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.6 x 8
Deck
- Level: Main
- Area: 44.88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6.8 x 6.6
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 68.25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.5
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 203.85 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.5 x 15.1
Loft
- Level: Upper
- Area: 106.66 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.11 x 9.6
Porch
- Level: Main
- Area: 57.34 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6.1 x 9.4
Heating
- None
Cooling
- None
Features
- Windows: Aluminum Frames
- Basement: N/A
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 426 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 426
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Features
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Inland Lake, Waterfront Access(Private)
- Body of water: Vermilion
- Frontage length: 487
Lot
- Size: 2.14 Acres
- Dimensions: 222 x 424
Details
- Foundation area: 240
- Parcel number: 270003000090
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Rustic
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood, Frame/Wood
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Previously Owned
- Year built: 2019
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Lake Country Power
- Sewer: Outhouse
- Water: None
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Tower
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $732/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $1,656
- Date on market: 6/7/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 23 days
Estimated market value
$301,400
$286,000 - $316,000
$1,272/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/7/2026 | Price change | $312,000-8%$732/sqft |
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| 3/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $339,000$796/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
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Monthly payment
Est. payment$--/mo
Payment breakdown
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 55790
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Tower-Soudan Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 2.5 mi
- 6/10Northeast Range SecondaryGrades: 7-12Distance: 16.3 mi
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- Minnesota
- Saint Louis County
- Ely
- 55790
- 5298 Long Island





