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Northwoods lake home ideally located for many winter activities

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Property grounds
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, video library

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9149 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Northwoods lake home ideally located for many winter activities

Welcome to our lake home on Island Lake in Barnes, Wisconsin. Island Lake is approximately 60 acres and roughly 50 feet deep. The lake is large enough for skiing and tubing, but small enough that it doesn't have heavy boat traffic. A very gentle walk to the lake leads to a zero entry beach with sugar sand and crystal clear water.

The cabin is very clean and cozy with all the amenities of home. It has 3 levels with a queen bed, single bed, and half-bath upstairs, a main floor queen bed and full bathroom, and a downstairs room with two twin beds, a sleeper sofa and a third full bathroom. There is an additional single bed that serves as a relaxing area on the main floor and space for an air mattress. While the cabin sleeps 8 comfortably, there is certainly room for more, especially if there are kids and/or guests don’t mind staying in tighter quarters.

The cabin includes a fully stocked kitchen, linens, bath towels and ceiling fans. Air conditioning was added in June of 2021. Our guests are set up with initial start up paper products such as toilet paper, paper towels & kleenex. Guests are asked to provide their own beach towels, additional paper products and disposable dining products (paper plates, cups, napkins, etc).

A lakeside deck with a table and chairs awaits you for coffee, cocktails or a card game. There is a bon fire pit near the lake as well as an adjacent deck right near the water, a paddle boat, canoe, and three kayaks ready for your use, and wildlife galore. Recreational boating activities are permitted between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. so that everyone is able to enjoy the lake.

Whether you stay at the cabin or venture out, you'll find so many activities to enjoy! It's the perfect distance from Hayward, WI -- just 25 miles for necessities, dining and entertainment, but far enough away to enjoy the peace and quiet of a cabin nestled in the peaceful Northern Wisconsin woods. Great ATV, snowmobile and cross country ski trails are accessible from the home.

Property manager

Michael and Jenny Ballard

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

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Property grounds

Wisconsin Northwoods cabin on beautiful Island Lake

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Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
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Wisconsin Northwoods cabin on beautiful Island Lake

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

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About the area

Map
Barnes, WI

What's nearby

  • Turtle Lake - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Tomahawk Lake - 8 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Blue Lake - 9 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Kelly Lake - 17 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Upper Eau Claire Lake - 20 min drive - 11.4 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Barnes Trading Post Inn - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Cedar Lodge Steakhouse - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Windsor - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Doorn's Inn - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Mike's Sportsman Saloon - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Northwoods lake home ideally located for many winter activities pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Northwoods lake home ideally located for many winter activities?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Northwoods lake home ideally located for many winter activities?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Northwoods lake home ideally located for many winter activities located?

Nestled on the beach, this Solon Springs cabin is just steps away from Island Lake and Breakfast Lake. Ole Lake and Turtle Lake are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Northwoods lake home ideally located for many winter activities Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 64 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Devin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Trout fishing trip
The cabin and owners were hands down amazing. Definitely be staying here again next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic!
The lake and property were great! Friendly neighbors.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxation and Family Fun
We enjoyed many campfires by the lake. Wonderful seating areas by the fire pit and beach . It was so nice to have a good selection of family board games and yard games. Such a peaceful location! The kids loved using the kayaks that were supplied! Beautiful clear water and sandy beach area were great for swimming and jumping off dock. Would definitely come back for another relaxing get away! This cabin fit our two families comfortably and had everything we needed!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natasha S., Monroe, usa

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property with great owners
Mike and Jenny have an amazing property in a great, quiet location. Mike answered my million questions before our trip with no hesitation and communication before and during our stay was answered quickly. We spent 3 nights at their cabin with our 3 pre-teen and teen boys and found the cabin to be a great size for us all to space out when needed. The paddle boat and kayaks were a huge hit with our kids, as was the fire pit located right next to the lake. For the most part, the cabin came with everything we thought we would need. A few things I would suggest, but didn't make our stay any less enjoyable, would be tongs and a can opener for the kitchen. We searched for both and couldn't find either. We made do with what we could find though and it all worked out great! Mike and Jenny have amazing neighbors on both sides, both whom have dogs that were very nice! The Welhavens(they are the neighbors to the right if you are looking at the lake from the cabin) have three dogs (Tucker, Remy and Sassy) and Tucker would come visit us whenever we were outside. Our 12 year old, who is an animal lover, absolutely enjoyed him! Reid Welhaven came over and introduced himself and and let us know about the dogs shortly after we arrived, and gave us some great ideas of things to do in the area and places to check out, which came in handy! We are already considering booking Mike and Jennys cabin for next summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emilio A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Family Friendly Northwoods Cabin
This was our families second time at the cabin. It was the perfect location for our families to get away to the had all of the amenities that we needed. Great fishing, perfect beach front for our little ones to go swimming, great dock, great outdoor space! I’m really thankful for the owners of this perfect little getaway. It really did have everything we needed. Would definitely recommend and we would love to come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Northwoods Getaway
Four of us spent a long weekend here for my moms 69th birthday. It was a perfect spot to relax, do a little fishing, and it was a great starting point for adventures to Pattison State Park, Amnicon Falls State Park, and Superior. The owners responded quickly when I had a question before our arrival and the neighbors were friendly and gave great suggestions for things to do or places to eat when we ventured out. We are dog lovers and enjoyed the visits from the neighbors dogs but the neighbors did emphasize that if we were bothered by the dogs to let them know so they could keep them from visiting. As all of my group has dogs it made the experience more homey and enjoyable for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Esther R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and peaceful Retreat
I recently stayed at this charming cabin for a weekend getaway, and it exceeded all my expectations. The location is perfect. The interior is cozy, with comfortable living area, a well-equipped kitchen, The beds were incredibly comfortable, ensuring a good night’s sleep after a day of exploring the nearby trails. The hosts were also fantastic, providing clear instructions and being available for any questions we had. Overall, this cabin is a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of a daily life.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter ice fishing weekend
Property worked well for a group of fishermen!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stoney C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot great location!
Great lakes to fish in the area. Great layout of the house to hang out with friends and watch some football! Our yearly spot to atay for the guys ice fishing weekend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin life
We had the best time staying at this cabin in Barnes! There is plenty of space to spread out and the place has everything you need! The hosts were amazing at getting back to us and making sure we had everything we needed! Loved our stay and would defintely come back to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

GARY T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Applefest weekend
The property was fantastic! It had everything that you could ask for. Pretty setting!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful cabin on Island Lake Barnes Wisconsin
Beautiful spot and awesome cabin. Wonderful neighbors that will bend over backwards to help you. The cabin was super clean everything was comfortable. Beautiful deck awesome fire pit. Plenty of firewood. Definitely would stay there again. Everything you would want just like at home. Beds very comfortable. It was awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cabin
Lake is beautiful and the tree turning are amazing. Great place to rest our heads at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad F.

Liked: Cleanliness
SxS Trip
Wonderful place to stay. Close to everything you need to enjoy the Northwoods.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Beautiful!
Beautiful lake rental!! Everything was clean, tons of room, so much fun in the water, relaxing! Would 100% stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Marathon weekend
Property was nice and lake amenities were great. All had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Skip L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Northwoods Getaway
Great place to go relax and enjoy the great Northwoods! Mike and Jen are wonderful hosts! Property is well maintained and exactly as advertised. We would definitely book this property again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

B J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed
Great place away from the "rat race". Very peaceful. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely rental!
We enjoyed our stay at this rental! It had everything we needed for our long weekend. Beautiful property and excellent communication with the owners! Would love to see it again in the summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Snowmobiling getaway
Great little cozy cabin! Enjoyed our stay and owner was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bicheno Cottage
The perfect location to explore Bicheno. Loved the outlook over Waub’s Bay Beach and we spent lots of time enjoying drinks and nibbles at the private picnic bench. Really comfortable beds and loads of towels which was really appreciated. The open fireplace was gorgeous. A solid well loved cottage with everything you need. The driveway looks spectacular but the foliage does scrape against the car as you drive in- otherwise an easy and perfect stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best experience!
Mike was always prompt in communication before, during, and after. He made sure we had everything we needed to make our stay the BEST! Neighbors in both sides were amazing! Views are beautiful! Hoping to make it up for the summer! Thank you soooo much for everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stoney C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location Great place.
Great spot on the lake. Close to the snowmobile trails and ice fishing was great infront of the cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerry P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fine time
Comfortable and clean. All good.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Snowmobile Weekend
We stayed for a long weekend of snowmobiling, both the cabin and trails were excellent. Very clean cabin and great communication. Appreciate it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023