Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
Guests like the location for the scenic views.
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 11
Popular amenities
Garage parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Deck or patio
Explore the area
Manitowish Waters, WI
Alder Lake
Place, Alder Lake
5 min walk
Manitowish Lake
Place, Manitowish Lake
4 min drive
Lake of the Torches Casino
Place, Lake of the Torches Casino
28 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 11)
Bedroom - 2nd Floor
2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed
Primary Bedroom - 1st Floor
1 King Bed
Queen Bedroom - 1st Floor
1 King Bed
Queen Bedroom - 2nd Floor
1 King Bed
Twin Bedroom - 1st Floor
1 Single Bed
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Hall Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Hall Bathroom - 2nd Floor
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Powder Room
Toilet
Primary Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
About this property
Family Lake House, 2 Docks 5BR 3.5BA (7 Beds)
The Brick House at Alderwood Resort is the perfect lakefront retreat on the MW Chain of 10 Lakes with 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms featuring plenty of space for adults to relax and kids to play. Highlights include a screened porch, A/C, 2 fireplaces, well stocked kitchen, new beds/furniture, baby/kid items, rowboat, kayaks, campfire pit, plenty of car/trailer parking. ★ Featured in Midwest Living magazine, Travel Wisconsin, and on travel blogs.
★★★★★ "It's hard to describe how fantastic this house is; spacious, very clean, and great views. As soon as you walk in you feel like you are at home, it is always very clean, spacious, well furnished, and the kitchen has everything you need. Not only are the views fabulous, the screened in porch is definitely great for enjoying evening or morning coffee with no bugs. Met and exceeded my expectations. We highly recommend the Brick House." -C.T. ★★★★★
HOUSE AMENITIES: ✔ Screened porch, 2 fireplaces, comfortable beds, new furniture, all bed linens ✔ A/C, wi-fi, smart TV with direcTV, free laundry (washer/dryer), generator for outages ✔ Kitchen is well stocked with drip coffeemaker, dishwasher, microwave, oven/range, refrigerator, blender, waffle maker, kitchen towels ✔ Bathrooms include bath towels and hair dryers ✔ Outside includes charcoal grill, picnic table, 2 car garage, campfire pit with provided firewood. ✔ Lakefront includes 200' of shoreline, 2 private piers, 12' aluminum rowboat (feel free to rent an 8-10hp motor in town), 2 single kayaks ✔ Kid-friendly amenities include a high chair, 2 pack n plays, umbrella stroller, baby bathtub, kid utensils, and closet of family games.
HOUSE LAYOUT - SLEEPS 11: First Floor includes 2 Living Spaces, Kitchen, Dining Room, Screened Porch, Laundry Room - Bedroom 1: Primary with 1 King Bed and Full Bathroom Tub/Shower - Bedroom 2: 1 King Bed near Hall Bathroom with Walk In Shower - Bedroom 3: 1 Twin Bed Second Floor includes Full Hall Bathroom with Tub/Shower - Bedroom 4: 1 King Bed - Bedroom 5: 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed Accessibility: Two steps into house from driveway.
THINGS TO KNOW • Check-in time: 4:00 PM / Check-out time: 9:00 AM • A Renters Agreement must be signed. • A $500 Security Deposit is required. Last minute reservations require full payment. • No pets allowed. • No smoking in the house. • Boat parking is available at the home's 2 piers. • Car/trailer parking in circle driveway for approximately 8 cars and in 2 car garage • We provide a supply of hand soap, dish soap, dishwasher detergent, laundry detergent, paper towel, garbage bags, toilet paper, and kleenex.
REMEMBER TO BRING Beach towels, life jackets, food and pantry items, personal toiletries, lawn games, bicycles, charcoal & lighter fluid, water toys, and don't forget s'mores stuff!
FAMILY AMENITIES: House includes high chairs, pack n plays with sheets, small baby bath, 2 bath tubs, toys, several large closets for quiet pack n play sleeping spots, plastic serving ware for kids, toddler sandcastle beach area, paved driveway for kids biking area
LAKE: Alder Lake is a 264-acre full rec lake on the Manitowish Chain of 10 Lakes. All 10 lakes are navigable by boat from May through September. The Brick House has 2 piers to park your boats. The nearest boat launches are on Wild Rice Lake (free) and at Greer's Pier Marina (small fee). Waterskiing hours, towing a person, and personal watercraft (PWC) permitted between 9:00am to 7:00pm.
WINTER ACTIVITIES House has a large parking area for several cars and trailers, attached garage to keep snowmobiles warm, 2 wood burning fireplaces with firewood, trail access on trail 8/intersection 818 a few miles away. We’re located 15 minutes to WinMan Trails, The Glide Ice Skating Trail in Boulder Jct, North Lakeland Discovery Center. 45-1 hour from Minocqua Winter Park, SnowRiver Mountain (Indianhead/Blackjack), Big Powderhorn Mountain, tubing at Mt. Zion or Minocqua Winter Park
ACTIVITIES VIA WATER Swim from The Brick House's piers. Kayak or rowboat on Alder Lake. Rent a pontoon through Greer's Pier Marina. Boat to restaurants like Aberdeen, Pea Patch, Little Bohemia. Stop at Greer's Pier for a cocktail and shopping. Go fishing, or hire a fishing guide. Boat to Little Star Beach. All 10 lakes on the Manitowish Chain are navigable by boat from May through September.
ACTIVITIES VIA LAND Take a walk on rural Alder Lake Road. Rent a bike from Coontail Sports and explore the area's world famous bike trails, like WinMan Trails and Heart of Vilas County Bike Trail. Walk to Cranberry Square gift shop and learn about cranberry farms in the neighborhood. In the fall, see cranberry harvest "the world's most beautiful harvest”. Within a 1 hour-radius explore Minocqua, Eagle River, Lake Superior, the Porcupine Mountains, UP of Michigan's waterfalls, Stormy Kromer, and St. Croix Factory. The Brick House is a scenic 10-minute drive from Manitowish Waters, 30 minutes from Minocqua, and 45 minutes from Michigan's Upper Peninsula.
ABOUT US Property is owned and managed by Alderwood Resort. Alderwood Resort has been featured in coffee table books, travel blogs, Travel Wisconsin, and Midwest Living magazine. Follow Alderwood Resort on Facebook and Instagram.
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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 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
About the area
Manitowish Waters
Located in Manitowish Waters, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Heart of Vilas County Bike Trail - Boulder Junction and Waswagoning Indian Village are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Frog Lake And Pines State Natural Area and Alder Lake. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
Lake of the Torches Casino - 28 min drive - 31.8 km
Tomahawk Lake - 35 min drive - 46.1 km
Little Saint Germain Lake - 39 min drive - 56.0 km
Restaurants
Harrison’s Pub & Grill - 33 min drive
Little Bohemia Lodge - 16 min drive
Howling Dog - 11 min drive
Dixie's Coffee House - 17 min drive
Smokeys - 19 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Family Lake House, 2 Docks 5BR 3.5BA (7 Beds) pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Family Lake House, 2 Docks 5BR 3.5BA (7 Beds)?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Family Lake House, 2 Docks 5BR 3.5BA (7 Beds)?
Checkout is at 9:00 AM.
Where is Family Lake House, 2 Docks 5BR 3.5BA (7 Beds) located?
This family-friendly Manitowish Waters holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Alder Lake, Manitowish Lake and Wild Rice Lake. Little Trout Lake is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) away.
About the host
Hosted by Becca Bartling
I'm Becca Bartling, Property Manager for Alderwood Resort. Born and raised in northern Wisconsin, I'm lucky to call Manitowish Waters my home. I've combined my skill set as an engineer with my passion for design to continue the legacy of our Northwoods resort.
Why they chose this property
The Brick House at Alderwood Resort offers plenty of space for family and friends to gather and has an amazing view of Alder Lake.