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Large lakeside 'treehouse' with enclosed porch, dock, pool table, and fire pit!

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Serenity under the pine and birch tree canopy
Make it a movie night
Nothing beats a cold day like a good movie and a warm fire
Beautiful living area w/ a wood burning fireplace
Living area w/ big open windows to enjoy the wildlife

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Large lakeside 'treehouse' with enclosed porch, dock, pool table, and fire pit!

Nestled on over two peaceful and private acres along Pickerel Lake in St. Germain, Wisconsin, Jer Bear’s Hideaway is the perfect retreat to relax and unwind. With more than 215 feet of scenic frontage and unmatched privacy, this charming getaway offers a true Northwoods experience while being just a short drive from St. Germain, Eagle River, and Minocqua.
This three-bedroom, two-bath vacation home offers all the comforts of home, featuring a newly updated, fully equipped kitchen that's perfect for preparing meals with a view. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, or dinner at the indoor dining table or step into the screened-in three-season room to enjoy your meal while surrounded by nature. The main level features a spacious living room with a cozy wood-burning fireplace and a large TV—ideal for family movie nights. The primary bedroom features a King-size bed and a Twin-size sleeper chair, providing ample space to unwind.
Downstairs, the rec room is designed for entertainment, making rainy days just as enjoyable. This fun-filled space features a TV, pool table, pinball machine, gas fireplace, and a bar-height table—perfect for board games or cards. The lower level also features a full bathroom and two additional bedrooms—one with a Queen-size bed and the other with a Twin-size bunk bed and an additional Twin-size bed.
Step outside and soak in the fresh air. Unwind on the spacious wrap-around deck or gather around the firepit for s’mores and storytelling under the stars. At Jer Bear’s Hideaway, outdoor fun awaits—enjoy the gradual, level frontage perfect for swimming, take out one of the two kayaks or paddle boards, or simply relax in the super-comfy hammocks for a peaceful afternoon nap."
Pickerel Lake is a retreat for outdoor enthusiasts, offering excellent fishing, swimming, and boating. Additionally, dogs are welcome, allowing your furry friends to enjoy the adventure as well! The lake is well-stocked with Bass, Musky, Northern Pike, Walleye, and an abundance of panfish, making it enjoyable for anglers of all skill levels.
Whether you’re looking for adventure or a peaceful escape, Jer Bear’s Hideaway is the perfect place to create lasting memories in the heart of Wisconsin’s Northwoods.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 8:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

St Germain

Located in St Germain, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Vilas County Historical Museum and Campanile Center for the Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Elmer's Fun Park and Eliason Hardware and Lumber. Travelling with kids? Consider Rock Falls Riding Stable LLC, or check out an event or a game at Lakeland Hawks Ice Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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St.Germain, WI

What's nearby

  • Pickerel Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Little Saint Germain Lake - 6 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Big Saint Germain Lake - 10 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Catfish Lake - 28 min drive - 34.4 km
  • Lake of the Torches Casino - 34 min drive - 43.8 km

Getting around

  • Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪DJ's Northwood's Family Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kaig Stand - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Pine Knot Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Timbers Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Thunderbird Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Lakefront home on Pickerel Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Large lakeside 'treehouse' with enclosed porch, dock, pool table, and fire pit!?

As of 5 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Large lakeside 'treehouse' with enclosed porch, dock, pool table, and fire pit! on 18 May 2026 start from NZ$583, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Beautiful Lakefront home on Pickerel Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Lakefront home on Pickerel Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Lakefront home on Pickerel Lake?

Checkout is at 8:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Lakefront home on Pickerel Lake located?

Nestled on the beach, this St Germain holiday home is steps from Pickerel Lake and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Buffalo Lake. Little Pickerel Lake and Sureshot Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 57 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fishing trip

The property was great and very clean. We loved getting out of the car and seeing a huge pile of wood that was provided for us. The fishing was excellent. Overall awesome experience
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 June 2025
Thank you so much for your review, were so glad to hear you loved your stay! We look forward to hosting you again in the future!
Verified

8/10 Good

Nadine L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin is on nice gradual slop to lake, there is a sandy bottom section that small kids and dogs can go into, lake it quiet and the boat launch is a block away. Plenty of wildlife deer, fox, eagles, cranes, and birds to view. We ate, read, played games, and relaxed on the wrap around deck and screened in porch. It was a beautiful cabin minus the main shower - everything was great and in working clean order. we would book again if the shower which works, but needs updating, is fixed up.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 August 2025
Thank you so much for your review, we're glad to hear you loved your stay! We look forward to hosting you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Quinlan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location!

Location location location is the highlight of this property. I would definitely book again! A couple of the internal pieces of the cabin are bit older, but that shouldn't matter because you should be outside the whole time anyway!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2020
Thank you, Quinlan, for taking the time to review your stay at Pinewood. We appreciate the kind comments. You let us know when you're ready for your next Northwoods getaway and we'll get you on the books! Thanks again!
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Eau Claire, Wisconsin

St Germain Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great property! Privacy, Space and everything we needed for a great week.Fishing, Swimming and boating at a Great Lake and everything else near to the location.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 August 2022
Hi John We are so glad you let us know the great experience you had at Jer Bear's HIdeaway! It sounds like you had a perfect vacation and we hope to see you at a Hiller Vacation Home in the future!
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10/10 Excellent

Lora B.

Love this place!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: What an amazing cabin! We had a fantastic stay once again! We love the space, the location, and the fact that we are able to bring our fur babies along! The property is well cared for, clean, and the amenities are wonderful too!
Response from VrboOwner on 25 October 2022
Thank for staying at Jer Bear's Hideaway! Glad to hear it was a fantastic stay. We hope to see you again!
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10/10 Excellent

Chris and Faye N.

Plenty to do

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Fantastic location and great house! It was clean and had tons of amenities. There are tons of wildlife in the area and great fishing. The game room was a nice bonus and kept us entertained on the rainy days. It was a great getaway that we would highly recommend.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2022
Good Morning, Thank you for taking the time to inform us of your recent stay at Jer Bear's Hideaway. Hopefully, you were able to see an albino deer while you were here, in addition to the eagles and regular dear. We look forward to seeing you again soon. Thank you Penny Strom, Director of Sales & Hospitality
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8/10 Good

Michelle R.

Nice house

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was a nice house on the lake, plenty of room for a lot of guests.It was a little confusing with different check out times that was noted and the different notes at the property vs what was told up front (ie fees). Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 28 October 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review your recent stay in Wisconsin's Northwoods! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your time with Hiller Vacation Homes. We hope you visit us again in the near future. Your friends at Hiller Vacation Homes
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10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

Great Place

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Property was perfect for our guys fishing weekend. Extremely clean, well equipped and spacious. The two docks in the lake were perfect for our boats. The fire pit and yard are in Preston’s condition with some recently finished landscaping. Would definitely recommend this cabin to anyone. Very prompt and friendly responses from owner.
Response from VrboOwner on 25 October 2022
Thank you so much for staying with us at Jer Bear's Hideaway! We hope to see you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas weekend, St. Germain, Wisconsin

A well-maintained cabin that offers the best of two worlds; Peace, quiet and plenty of space on one hand, and connectivity to technology and person to person games on the other. The only one thing that confused us was at the end of the trip. After cleaning up, we could not find the garbage bin in the garage. We only found two recycling bins.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 January 2022
We hope to welcome you and your family back soon!
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8/10 Good

Maja S.

Pinewood

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The smell in the house is a little musty. Some of the carpets are not cleaned very well from previous pet incidents. The mattresses are very worn down and you can feel the springs as you lay down. However the view is beautiful from the balcony and the location of the house is very private. Very large lot.. great for kids and dogs.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2022
Manager's Note: The mattresses have all been replaced by the owners of this home.
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4/10 Poor

Barbara K.

Hiller Vacation is Wonderful

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This property is a "bit tired". Mattresses are very thin, lighting is poor and the frig needs to be retired. Now onto the good... the location is beautiful, the house is nicely laid out for families with pets. Deers are running through the front lawn, the pier is perfect for fishing... rent a boat from Hiller. The frig did not work properly so, we called Hiller they were there within the hour with bags of ice and coolers. The next day a frig repairman was there. He told us that the older frig allows for you to keep one compartment cool (i.e. frig or freezer). We purchased a small thermometer to gauge the temp at it was at 45 degrees. 40 is the standard. We went into the Hiller office to thank them for being so good. They allowed us to look at another property for next year and we booked it on the spot. If this property takes care of a few things i.e. new mattresses, new frig, better lighting it would be a 4 start for the money. Look at other properties that Hiller has to offer you can't go wrong. The Kelly Family of Chicago
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2022
Manager's Note: The mattresses have all been replaced by the owners of this home.
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4/10 Poor

Barbara K.

Hiller Vacation is Wonderful

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This property is a "bit tired". Mattresses are very thin, lighting is poor and the frig needs to be retired. Now onto the good... the location is beautiful, the house is nicely laid out for families with pets. Deers are running through the front lawn, the pier is perfect for fishing... rent a boat from Hiller. The frig did not work properly so, we called Hiller they were there within the hour with bags of ice and coolers. The next day a frig repairman was there. He told us that the older frig allows for you to keep one compartment cool (i.e. frig or freezer). We purchased a small thermometer to gauge the temp at it was at 45 degrees. 40 is the standard. We went into the Hiller office to thank them for being so good. They allowed us to look at another property for next year and we booked it on the spot. If this property takes care of a few things i.e. new mattresses, new frig, better lighting it would be a 4 start for the money. Look at other properties that Hiller has to offer you can't go wrong. The Kelly Family of Chicago
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2020
Manager's Note: The mattresses have all been replaced by the owners of this home.
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8/10 Good

Suzie P.

Great Thanksgiving Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Lovely 3 night vacation with friends at Jer Bear's. Only negatives were that it would be helpful to have TV information available so you don't need to call the office. Also, there was a lot of dirt/dust in the upstairs bedroom behind the couch which we found when looking for light switches. Also, we are senior citizens and were not delighted to have to shovel the steps and deck to get into the cabin. It was super slick and there should have been ice pellet and snow should have been taken care of for us.
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10/10 Excellent

Sal P.

Perfect Upnorth Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Couldn't be more pleased with the cabin or the Hiller's staff!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sal P.

Perfection Upnorth Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The cabin's setting is great it really feels like you have your own park to play in. The location is awesome just 5 minutes from St. Germain and very quiet. Couldn't have been any happier with the staff and the stay!!
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Corey H.

Smelly Pinewood

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The waterfront is awesome! The cabin not so much. Every bed in the cabin was horrible. The mattresses are each about an inch thick with no boxspring under, just springs. Awful smell going down the stairs into basement. Then on the outside when you wanted to enjoy the beautiful view. There is an awful smell of sewage from the holding tank right in the middle of the yard. This was very disappointing. Called office 2 guys came out and said they smelled it and left. Didn’t do anything about it. Nice....Stopped in the office to have trash picked up on Monday. Didn’t come until Thursday. Very disappointed in spending 3000 for this.
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2022
Manager's Note: The mattresses have all been replaced by the owners of this home.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Daniel G.

Pickeral lake.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Secluded private beautiful.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

jo Ann L.

Pinewood Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was a great place for our family. The house is great and location is perfect. It is a private and beautifully wooded lot. I would recommend investing in new mattresses for a few of the beds. Not good. The house is great for kids as well as adults. We enjoyed the fire pit being far enough away from the house so no smoke came through the windows/doors. The added dock was also fun for fishing without trips to the ER for hook removal! I would rent again. Hiller made the process very easy.
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2022
Manager's Note: The mattresses have all been replaced by the owners of this home.
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6/10 Okay

cynthia b.

Pinewood review

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Uncomfortable mattresses in master and twin room, especially for 2 weeks. No comfortable seating anywhere: sofa and loveseat are old and everyone “sinks” down no matter one’s weight. Need cushions on all the hard wood seating.Deck was cob web dirty, not swept.The 15 steps are laborious for older people to haul luggage, etc. Perhaps that info could be included in description. Good scenic view. Kitchen well appointed.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2022
Manager's Note: The mattresses have all been replaced by the owners of this home.
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2/10 Terrible

Mark M.

Website is deceiving

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The website is very deceiving as this is an older cottage which was not maintained well. Hiller's tried to remedy the issues as they occured. The outside was great.
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8/10 Good

Kathy S.

Pinewood, Pickerel Lake - Won't Be Back

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We stayed at Pinewood on Pickerel Lake for a week. The wooded setting is very nice, private and the view of the lake is beautiful. However, we would not rent this house again. Our biggest issues were the lack of adequate indoor lighting and the poor water quality of Pickerel Lake which prevented us from swimming. The house furnishings and kitchen supplies are basic and worn. The lake was ok for kayaking and fishing. It’s very shallow and the water was murky even at shallow depths. The lake surface was covered in algae (pond scum). In the future, I would check the Wisconsin DNR website for lake quality info before renting in this area.There are no overhead lights in the living areas and the small lamps in the main living area are too dim for reading. Lighting in both baths is dim. The large upstairs bedroom faces the driveway & house entry path and has no privacy shades or drapes. The rugs, bedspreads and other areas needed a good cleaning. The basement level smelled damp even with a constantly running dehumidifier (which filled up twice a day.) There were numerous small maintenance issues. The house had a window a/c unit in the living room which we didn’t use. There was unsecured wifi but it didn’t work very well so don’t count on it. Cell phone service was fine.Hiller’s (the rental management company) provided us with pontoon boat and kayak rentals both of which were handled very professionally and were at the dock when we arrived. The pontoon boat was brand new.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Carrie K.

Kuehl Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was extremely relaxing and the surroundings were stunning. The home was beautiful and comforting. We loved looking out the bay window
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2022
Thank you for taking the time to review your recent stay in Wisconsin's Northwoods! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your time with Hiller Vacation Homes. We hope you visit us again in the near future. Your friends at Hiller Vacation Homes
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Donna D.

July 2021 Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Another wonderful vacation - thank you so much!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Brenda A.

Great location With Beautiful Views

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is our 2nd time staying at this location. The location is very private and beautiful. Our kids love swimming by the dock and fishing, and it's great that the boat landing is so close by. The only downfall to the place is there is only a window a/c, so for the really hot days, the house gets pretty hot. It would also be nice if the owners could get some new pots and pans. We cooked all of our meals here for the week, and the pots and pans are in tough condition. Overall, this place is great!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sal P.

Perfect Northwoods Cabin

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Couldn't ask for a better cabin or a better company to rent from!!

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