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Property grounds
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, DVD player, books, stereo
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Lake view
    Lake viewLake view

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Sayner, WI
  • Popular LocationWhite Birch Lake1 min walk
  • Popular LocationVilas County Historical Museum19 min drive
  • Popular LocationLittle Saint Germain Lake33 min drive
  • AirportRhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County)57 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

This is by far the nicest cabin I’ve stayed in in the 20 plus years I’ve been coming to this area. Mike and Wanda are th...
Don K.
Oct 28, 2023

About this property

Entire place

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

Northwoods Best @ Amazing Grace Retreat Convenient access to Snowmobile trails!

FANTASTIC LOCATION!!!
Quiet Seclusion! We are on Ballard Lake chain on White Birch Lake! , Biking , Hiking , Fishing , Watersports , Shopping or just relaxing and enjoying what the Northwoods has to offer We offer a very unique nostalgic cabin with two bedrooms in the Northern Highland State Forest on 1000 Acres of some of the most Prestigious clear Water with some of the Best Fishing Wisconsin has to offer! Access Walking trails close to the cabin or Bike trails 5 miles away. Only 7 miles from Boulder Junction! Sleeps 6-8 comfortably! Newly refurbished cabin using modern touches with some nice yesteryear ambience! Very clean! Complete new flooring! Very comfy new Queen beds! New recliner sofa and chair! Come and Experience the Northwoods and Lakes like never before! Beauty out every window! Boat ramp, pier and beach right on the property. Come relax and enjoy! Let us know any of your vacation needs and we will help fulfill them. We provide kayaks, canoes, peddle boat, stand up paddle board, and fishing boat for your use! Spic and Span clean without added cleaning fees!

Property manager

Michael and Wanda Hornstein

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Coin laundry

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Water park on site
  • Water sports equipment on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $20.00 for each dog per night.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the area

Star Lake

Located in Star Lake, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Vilas County Historical Museum and Campanile Center for the Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Eliason Hardware and Lumber and Rock Falls Riding Stable LLC. Travelling with kids? Consider Elmer's Fun Park, or check out an event or a game at Kartway. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • White Birch Lake - 1 min walk
  • Trout Lake - 14 min drive
  • Vilas County Historical Museum - 19 min drive
  • Little Saint Germain Lake - 33 min drive
  • Lake of the Torches Casino - 43 min drive

Getting around

  • Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sayner Pub - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Stillwaters - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Vinchi's Hillside Inn - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Colours & Creme - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Hillside Tavern & Grill - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Northwoods Best @ Amazing Grace Retreat Convenient access to Snowmobile trails! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Northwoods Best @ Amazing Grace Retreat Convenient access to Snowmobile trails!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Northwoods Best @ Amazing Grace Retreat Convenient access to Snowmobile trails!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Northwoods Best @ Amazing Grace Retreat Convenient access to Snowmobile trails! located?

This family-friendly Star Lake holiday home is located on the waterfront, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from White Birch Lake, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Eliason Hardware and Lumber and Trout Lake. Vilas County Historical Museum is 11.5 mi (18.4 km) away.

Northwoods Best @ Amazing Grace Retreat Convenient access to Snowmobile trails! Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Don K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beyond expectations!
This is by far the nicest cabin I’ve stayed in in the 20 plus years I’ve been coming to this area. Mike and Wanda are the perfect hosts! The nicest people you’d ever want to meet! They go out of their way to make sure all your needs are met! Their hard work shows in the cleanliness of their properties. We loved everything, the grounds are impeccably taken care of, the boat house is incredible! My group and I will definitely be back, this is our permanent destination for our yearly fishing trip. Thank you Mike and Wanda!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

DJ, Elkhorn, WI

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great stay at Amazing Grace Retreat
This is our second time staying at Amazing Grace Retreat and it was just as wonderful as the first time we visited. Mike and Wanda are hands down the best hosts, making sure we had everything we needed and answered any and all questions we had about the property and during our stay in general -- They are just the nicest and most personable hosts and people! Mike and Wanda even brought over a bottle of bubbles for our two year old son to enjoy when the weather wasn't the greatest, which he truly loved and appreciated! The property and home itself are both truly amazing -- clean and welcoming and a wonderfully relaxing environment, and love the retro feel of the cabin, yet having all of the necessities. We rented the boat and enjoyed taking it out for fishing and our son's first boat ride... an experience he will never forget. To Mike and Wanda, thanks again so much for allowing us to enjoy your little piece of heaven and we look forward to staying with you two again soon, likely the next time with baby boy #2. God Bless! Dan, Ashley, Wyatt, and Ginger the Bullmastiff 🐾
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Northwoods Getaway
This is an amazing property and location. With so much of the lake undeveloped, it provides a quiet and serene northwoods experience. The cabin is huge and can easily handle more than the two of us on this trip. All of the photos of the cabin and the property are completely accurate. I always appreciate lots of detailed photos when trying to choose a cabin. All of the watercraft and equipment are in great shape. We utilized the kayaks, paddle boards, and fishing boat. They were all clean, in good condition, and performed well. This was primarily a fishing trip so we rented the motor for the fishing boat as well. The fishing did not disappoint either. Numerous species were caught on both White Birch and Ballard. The channel connecting the lakes is easily navigable. Wanda and Mike were great hosts! They had excellent communication before our arrival and answered all of our questions. The arrival directions were spot on and made it very easy to find their property. They have one of the best maintained access roads I have seen at a northwoods cabin. They were available to address any needs but otherwise gave us our privacy. If you are looking for a great northwoods experience, this is the place for you!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Place!
Wonderful, CLEAN, quiet, beautiful place to stay. Everything you need is there, and the cabin is comfy and large. Lots of stuff to do on the property such as fishing off the dock, using the kayaks or canoe to paddle around the lake. Nice gazebo where you can hang out and there are games to play there. Enjoyed building a campfire and hanging out with family around the fire. Mike and Wanda are the best hosts. Making sure that you have everything you need but also allowing you lots of privacy. Our family can't wait to come back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wisconsin North woods escape
Lakefront cabin with all the amenities you could want! The cabin is on a small lake, White Birch, that has only two other properties on its shores. You can boat, kayak, fish, swim, canoe or just relax. Many hiking, atv and biking trails in the area for out of water fun. The property owners live onsite next door and are wonderful hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronda L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Mike & Wanda were very helpful and kind people. The cabin was comfortable and the lake and boats/kayaks were great fun!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Grace - Amazing Place
My sister and I really enjoyed our stay at Amazing Grace. Of the places we have stayed in this 40-mile vicinity over the past several years, this is the first we feel compelled to return to. The proprietors, Mike and Wanda, were friendly and gracious hosts during our stay and regularly checked to ask if there was anything we needed. The cabin was very clean and in order on arrival and had everything we needed, including the grill, which we put to good use. It was also a really nice space - - a lot of cool vintage items like games, records, books, etc., that added character, the beds were comfortable (a must for me), and we loved the two sitting areas – one inside and one outside – each had two comfy seats and a view of the lake. The grounds were nice, too . . . we were too lazy to play shuffleboard . . . maybe next time! White Birch Lake and Ballard Lake (to which it is connected) were beautiful - if your definition of beauty is a scattering of homes, mostly state land, beautiful tree lines, loon nests, low noise, and sense of the unspoiled. We explored both lakes almost every day with our boat. The vegetation is fantastic and supports a healthy fish population. We enjoyed catching and releasing bass, crappie, and muskie during our stay. I’m really glad Mike and Wanda found this place and opened it for us to visit. Great place; really nice people.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany C., Grand Marsh USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Snow vacation
This property is perfect! Mike and Wanda are so nice and make everything simple and perfect! We love it here and will continue coming here! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cabin in the woods
Mike and Wanda were absolutely the best host you could ask for, you can tell they take a lot of pride in there properties, there decor is beautiful in both of their cabins, I will definitely be reaching out to them in the future,
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brendan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
deer camp
Great location, very clean and well maintained, hosts are very friendly and willing to help make sure you get the experience you are looking for.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dan C., Elkhorn, WI

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property with wonderful hosts!
Amazing Grace retreat was an amazing experience. The property was cozy, clean, beautiful, family friendly, and had everything we needed. Mike and Wanda were wonderful -- very friendly, attentive, and accommodating with exceptional communication (thanks again for accommodating a later than expected check in). We had a such a great and relaxing time and we were bummed to leave but plan to stay longer on our next visit. Thank you so much again for everything and can't wait to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S., Fort Atkinson

Liked: Cleanliness
Great relaxing escape
The cabin was very clean and cute, the hosts were welcoming and helpful, fall colors were spectacular, we saw lots of wildlife including a bear, and the sauna was relaxing. It was a perfect get-a-way for us.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacey G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, relaxing, and quiet!!!
Everything you could possibly want for a very relaxing getaway!!!! Beautiful view and access to the lake with many options added in for outdoor fun and entertainment! The cabin house was very clean, spacious, with comfortable beds, and a much needed relaxing sauna! Multiple views to relax and watch nature from inside the cabin as well as from the porch. Communication with host and access to facility was made easy! A wonderful place to stay!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tytus V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place, this… Amazing Grace!
Where to start… the owners are an incredible couple who seem to enjoy hosting people at their little slice of paradise. They are extremely helpful and there when you need them but invisible otherwise. The location is great and is right on the clearest of lakes, with a little sandy beach, good size dock with a lift and seating, what seems like a boat ramp, and a sweet fire pit. The cabin and the spacious waterfront lot is off the beaten path and secluded from the main road, settled peacefully in a dense old forest. There are two small resorts nearby, but we hardly saw other people on this crystal clear lake late in August. There are three inhabitable structures on this 3 acre lot. One of them is this 2 bedroom rental cabin - and what a time capsule it is! The other two larger buildings are: a home where the owners reside, and a cute boathouse that is separately available for rent as well. There is a floating swim platform and a huge! inflatable bouncer anchored just a few yards off the shore. Wildlife is abound everywhere you look - kids and our dog really enjoyed looking at deer and chipmunks from just feet away. There are plenty of activities for adults and kids alike on the property and the cabin is well stocked with games, puzzles, books, and DVDs. There is a sauna at the cabin that can easily hold four adults - we enjoyed it in the evenings to unwind after an active day on the water and in the woods. The smart TV in the loving room offers access to virtually any online video platform out there; recliner chair and sofa makes watching TV a pleasure. The wifi is slow and service can be spotty, but that is what you get out in the wild. AT&T and T-Mobil had no signal at the property, but you do get one bar a few miles down the main road, enough to make a call or access the web. There is a grocery store (Coontail Market) in Boulder Junction and a much bigger store in Minocqua (Triggs and Walmart), if you need a wider selection of goods. Mad Dog Jake’s ice cream in BJ is a place to visit, too. We enjoyed our almost week-long stay and had a great time. Hope to come back, perhaps in the winter this time around. One of the coolest places we have been to in a while. Good destination if you want a relaxing vacation away from it all, but with other super nice humans nearby. ;-)
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Truly Amazing
This is truly amazing place. They have all the fun toys( Kayaks, paddle boards, row boats, paddle boat, a raft in the water and water trampoline, canoe & more) on a quiet lake. You can also rent a motorised boat at extremely reasonable rates. Mike & Wanda are outstanding hosts and think of all the little things. The cabin has a huge bedroom in the back that can sleep 6-8 and the other bedroom is more standard. Great set up for an extended or large family. Cleanest cabin we have ever stayed in. We were already checking availability for next year after the first day!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice and clean. Great hospitality
Family friendly. Nice property and hosts
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property and hosts
The property is beautiful and the accommodations were clean. Hosts were amazingly helpful on our stay. Having a full fridge and an oven/stove would be a nice addition to the place, however. But we would definitely return either way.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay at Amazing Grace Retreat was definitely a treat!
The owners Mike and Wanda were such kind people and the property was much more than we anticipated! It’s the extra things that made this please special!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
Amazing Grace Retreat is awesome! The scenery and atmosphere was so beautiful and very peaceful. The fishing was great! The cabin was very neat and clean with a lot of room and well furnished. We hated to leave and would definitely go back in the future. Mike and Wanda are super people and their hospitality is over the top. They made us feel welcome and at home. I have never met anyone quite like them. Thanks Mike and Wanda for a great experience during our stay . Scott and Wendy Kaufmann
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leslie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
Gorgeous place to stay. Wanda and Mike are the salt of the earth. Some of the nicest people you'll ever meet. It was our son's birthday and we were treated to the most delicious brownie. Everything you could possibly need and more here. Older kids enjoyed the lake with dad while mom and baby enjoyed a nap on the hammock out in the sun. We also enjoyed just staying indoors with stunning lake view or a wooded backyard. Take your pick, can't go wrong either way. Next time we will plan for a much longer stay when the kids are out of school! Thanks so much Mike and Wanda! 💖
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany C., Grand Marsh USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Mike and Wanda are amazing! This cabin is amazing! Love, love it here! We will return!
Super easy, check in and check out easy and Mike made it so simple. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway!
Everything about our stay was perfect! We came up to snowmobile for a couple days and everything worked out great. The cabin was perfect, spacious and cozy with great décor. The location was secluded and close to trails. Michael and Wanda were superb and gracious hosts. We are already planning our next trip back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is perfect! The owners are very clean, polite and thoughtful! Definitely going to be back at least as many times as possible a year!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

JIm K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great accommodations. Great hosts. Blast from the past decor.
Great experience. We will be back. Close to Boulder Junction, near snowmobile trails and only 70 minutes to great skiing.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Snowmobile trip
This was one of the nicest trips we've had years. My wife and I plus our friends stayed Feb 4-7 th. Mike and Wanda were awesome host. Will be back many times in the future
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022