This is the second year that my husband and I have stayed at the Ladybug Lodge, and we hope to stay here again next year. The cabin we stayed in is located right on the water so we could hear the loons calling during the night. We made good use of the pontoon boat and kayaked the Burntside River - a bald eagle flew almost directly over us. Elizabeth and Bernie and their family were wonderful hosts.

We stayed 6 nights and 5 days at Lady Bug Lodge. The cabin had been redone for 2006 and it was very nice. The fishing, while not so good for us was very good for everyone else so I will blame ourselves on this shortcoming. The owners were very gracious and accomodating. We enjoyed the place so much we are returning next year. It is only about 10-15 minutes away from downtown Ely. There is live bait available on-site. You get a pontoon (w/motor) and canoe with your cabin and the cost of all of this is more then reasonable. I would highly recommend this place. Shagawa lake is where the lodge is located and the lake was beautiful and you can canoe into the Burntside river which is very peaceful and serene.