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7 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 16464.5 sq m
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Rooms & beds
7 bedrooms (sleeps 16)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 6
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 7
2 Single Beds
Book Nook
1 Single Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Main Floor Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Outdoor Shower
Outdoor shower
Upper Level Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Madeline Island Cottage Overlooking Apostle Islands
A private and quiet setting overlooking the Apostle Islands National Park. Relaxing getaway for two or plenty of space for a gathering of sixteen.
Enjoy enchanting glimpses of wildlife; deer at dawn, lake trout and salmon migrating in spring and fall. The extra-wide, permanent dock reaches 140' into Lake Superior and provides a perfect place to relax on the adirondack chairs and watch children at play or enjoy a serene moment at sunset.
Our architecturally designed cottage has an old world feel. The all-wood interior on the main and upper floors, most of which is milled from old growth Douglas Fir timbers, lend warmth and character to the home. The wrap-around screen porch provides protected outdoor space for dining, reading, playing cards or taking an afternoon nap. The fieldstone rumsford fireplace will take the evening chill out of the air and the 12' dining table will seat a crowd for special meals prepared in the gourmet kitchen.
The lower level 'rainy day' room features table tennis, a kids rock-climbing wall, a large flat screen TV monitor with AppleTV. An electric keyboard and an acoustic guitar is there waiting to be strummed. Plenty of books, games and puzzles line the shelves throughout the home.
We are 7 miles from the town of LaPointe where you'll find restaurants, bars, ice cream and souvenir shopping. There are tennis courts available as well as a Robert Trent Jones-designed golf course. Moped, kayak and bicycle rental also available. Take the ferry over to Bayfield for a day trip of shopping and dinner out.
Available for weekly rentals during summer months or shorter periods in fall, winter and spring. Designed by Dale Mulfinger of SALA Architects, and featured in his book, Family Cabin (https://www.tauntonstore.com/the-family-cabin#collateral-tabs)
Keywords: Cabin
Enjoy enchanting glimpses of wildlife; deer at dawn, lake trout and salmon migrating in spring and fall. The extra-wide, permanent dock reaches 140' into Lake Superior and provides a perfect place to relax on the adirondack chairs and watch children at play or enjoy a serene moment at sunset.
Our architecturally designed cottage has an old world feel. The all-wood interior on the main and upper floors, most of which is milled from old growth Douglas Fir timbers, lend warmth and character to the home. The wrap-around screen porch provides protected outdoor space for dining, reading, playing cards or taking an afternoon nap. The fieldstone rumsford fireplace will take the evening chill out of the air and the 12' dining table will seat a crowd for special meals prepared in the gourmet kitchen.
The lower level 'rainy day' room features table tennis, a kids rock-climbing wall, a large flat screen TV monitor with AppleTV. An electric keyboard and an acoustic guitar is there waiting to be strummed. Plenty of books, games and puzzles line the shelves throughout the home.
We are 7 miles from the town of LaPointe where you'll find restaurants, bars, ice cream and souvenir shopping. There are tennis courts available as well as a Robert Trent Jones-designed golf course. Moped, kayak and bicycle rental also available. Take the ferry over to Bayfield for a day trip of shopping and dinner out.
Available for weekly rentals during summer months or shorter periods in fall, winter and spring. Designed by Dale Mulfinger of SALA Architects, and featured in his book, Family Cabin (https://www.tauntonstore.com/the-family-cabin#collateral-tabs)
Keywords: Cabin
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Gym
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Property Registration Number 2030 North Shore - Brunker
About the area
La Pointe
Located in La Pointe, this cottage is on the beach. Madeline Island Museum and Bayfield Heritage Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Madeline Island Ferry Line and AnimAashi Sailing Company. Travelling with kids? Consider Bayfield Maritime Museum and Soo Line Locomotive 950. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.

LaPointe, WI
What's nearby
- Big Bay State Park - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
- Major Gilbert Beach - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
- Madeline Island Museum - 14 min drive - 12.7 km
- Madeline Island Ferry Line - 23 min drive - 16.0 km
- Apostle Islands Marina - 24 min drive - 16.7 km
Restaurants
- Copper Crow - 28 min drive
- Manypenny Bistro - 66 min drive
- Pier Plaza - 23 min drive
- The Pickled Herring - 23 min drive
- Morty's Pub - 23 min drive
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Reviews
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14 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Deborah K.
20 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Deborah K.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Martha W.
27 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Martha W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Linda H.
2 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property
Linda H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Natalie J.
20 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Glorious Lake Superior!




Natalie J.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie C.
19 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house in a beautiful setting
Stephanie C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bethany V.
24 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Cabin on the Island
Bethany V.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Timothy S.
22 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful, roomy and private



Timothy S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Laurie S.
13 September 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved everything about our stay.
Laurie S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jill F.
26 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Wonderful Family Gathering


Jill F.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent
julie m.
29 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another Perfect Stay
julie m.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Gail T.
9 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful vacation spot
Gail T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
julie m.
26 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Third Stay in this Beautiful Home
julie m.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Julia I.
3 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really special spot!
Julia I.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Stacey R.
18 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our Favorite Place To Stay
Stacey R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bethany V.
11 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for Families
Bethany V.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Jan M.
27 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jan M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Kolleen F.
5 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Kolleen F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Cody F.
29 September 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great property for larger group
Cody F.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Julianne H.
2 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home!
Julianne H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Shawn K.
11 August 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous Getaway
Shawn K.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent
Maggie G.
20 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Property!
Maggie G.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Judy L.
22 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay!
Judy L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jodi M.
16 August 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our kind of paradise
Jodi M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent
Martha W.
18 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful family vacation
Martha W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
About the host
Hosted by Theresa Brunker
We built this family cottage to create a space for us to gather our family and friends and step away from the city to appreciate the gifts of the crystal clear lake and the fresh pine-scented air. We have created many memories over the years and hope that you and your families will do the same!
What makes this property unique
Lake Superior has a coastal, maritime feel drawing sailors and kayakers to the Apostle Island archipelago. Bayfield is a quaint harbor town and Madeline Island is its slightly rebellious cousin. As we drive from the hectic city, to the rural Wisconsin roads and finally aboard the ferry and across the channel to Madeline Island, all cares have vanished!
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