Welcome to Ludlow's Island
Your comfort. Your peace of mind. Your own private 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. You’ll get a personalized, full-service vacation with world-class recreation, natural beauty, and a northern Minnesota ambiance for all ages.
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 Lake Vermilion Vacation Cottages
These aren’t cookie-cutter cabins. Our cottages have been hand-crafted and continually improved over seven decades — and three generations of the Ludlow family.
With 22 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.
Perhaps it’s 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.
Why Lake Vermilion?
Because it’s truly a treasure! With more than 40,000 acres of navigable waters, 365 islands and nearly 1,200 miles of shoreline, Lake Vermilion is one of the most scenic lakes in the country.
In fact, the National Geographic Society said so 60 years ago, calling Lake Vermilion one of the top 10 most scenic lakes.
You’ll agree not much has changed when as you take in one of the famous, red Vermilion sunsets from your dock or cabin porch.
A Fantastic Minnesota Fishing Lake
Did we mention the fishing? 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 can arrange day trips — complete with shore lunch — with Lake Vermilion’s top fishing guides. When you return with the day’s catch, our guest services teams will be happy to clean your fish and deliver them right to your cabin.
Ludlow's was named
Best Resort for Northwoods Luxury
and Best Resort for Families with Young Children
by the Star Tribune.
"The vibe feels throwback and laid-back, but with plenty of modern luxuries for escaping urban stress with style." Source
Great Recreation
Take a tour of an old iron mine a half-mile below. Climb an iceberg. Play some of the top-rated public golf courses in the country. A relaxing massage.
The Wilderness at Fortune Bay. The Quarry and The Legend at Giants Ridge. One of the state's only reversible golf courses. All a short trip away from Ludlow's.
Weddings
Let Ludlow's be the destination wedding you've always dreamed of. Let us make your island wedding an absolutely unforgettable event.
No matter the occasion, Ludlow’s Island Resort's renowned service and staff will help make your romantic escape, wedding or event a success.
Great Escapes
Don’t forget about our great Lake Vermilion vacation packages! Check out our weekend getaways and great family value season.
We host a Gourmet Weekend of Food and Wine twice a year, or marvel at gorgeous watercraft during our Classic Wooden Boat Show over Labor Day weekend.