Family Vacation Deals

Welcome to Ludlow's Island!

Classic Northwoods cottages hand-crafted by the Ludlow family and updated with every expected amenity.

Your vacation starts with a luxury, hand-crafted cottage on our private island on Lake Vermilion in Northern Minnesota.Celebrating 68 Years of Creating Family Memories

We offer you a personalized, full-service vacation with world-class recreation, natural beauty, and a northern Minnesota ambiance for all ages. Our family has been hosting guests for almost 70 years on our island hideaway. Our cabins have multiple baths, wood-burning fireplaces, decks and screened porches. All are situated under a canopy of pine and birch trees within 50 feet of the water.

Our PRIVATE island is perfect for families, where children are free to roam and explore. Fishing folks leave their gear in their boats while our friendly crew cleans your fish and cares about you!

Take home memories that will last a lifetime.


Our Lake Vermilion Cabins

Dusk cabin on Lake Vermillion

With 20 cabins tucked away beneath the birch and pine, there's sure to be one that fits your needs — whether you're looking for a remote, one-bedroom cabin for a romantic Minnesota getaway, or a large, 5-bedroom cabin for your family reunion.

You could find yourself staying in Dreamcatcher, four stories high amidst the tops of white and Norway pines. Or perhaps you're looking for an unforgettable vacation with your special someone, relaxing on the deck at Bayside, watching loons, ducks and herons in the small bay nearby.

While each lake cabin at Ludlow's Island Resort is unique, they all come with our unparalleled service. Start the search for your next Minnesota vacation here.

About Lake Vermilion

Lake Vermilion fishing on Minnesota lakes

Lake Vermilion is truly a treasure with its 40,000 acres of friendly navigable waters, 365 islands and nearly 1,200 miles of shoreline. Sixty years ago, the National Geographic Society declared Lake Vermilion one of the top 10 most scenic lakes in the country. You'll find not much has changed when you take in one of the famous, red Vermilion sunsets from your dock or cabin porch.

Lake Vermilion is known for its excellent fishing. You'll find Walleye, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, Crappie and panfish along with some of the country's top Muskies.


Ludlow's Island Online Gift Shop

Getting a gift for someone special? Have a Ludlow's Island hoodie or T-shirt sent straight to your door when you shop at our new online gift shop!