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Artist's Perch on Madeline Island Overlooking Big Bay and Short Walk To Beach

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A wooden deck with two chairs overlooking a lake, surrounded by dense greenery and tall trees.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a leather sofa, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.
A rustic cabin surrounded by dense forest, with a clear path leading to the entrance.
A kitchen with a sailboat model on a dresser.
A cozy living room with a brown leather sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a large window offering a view of trees and a body of water.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Lake Superior

Popular amenities

  • Deck or patio
  • Barbecue
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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La Pointe, WI
  • Place, Big Bay State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Madeline Island Museum
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Apostle Islands National Lakeshore
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Studio Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Half bathroom in master bedroom

Toilet

Main bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

La Pointe

Located in La Pointe, this cottage is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Superior and Big Bay State Park, while Madeline Island Museum and Bayfield Heritage Museum are cultural highlights. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.
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La Pointe, WI

What's nearby

  • Big Bay State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Madeline Island Museum - 13 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Apostle Islands National Lakeshore - 22 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Apostle Islands Marina - 22 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Legendary Waters Casino - 27 min drive - 25.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Pickaroon HQ - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bell Street Tavern - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Larry's Good Time Saloon And Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Epic Campsite - ‬32 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Artist's Perch on Madeline Island Overlooking Big Bay and Short Walk To Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).

How much is parking at Artist's Perch on Madeline Island Overlooking Big Bay and Short Walk To Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Artist's Perch on Madeline Island Overlooking Big Bay and Short Walk To Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Artist's Perch on Madeline Island Overlooking Big Bay and Short Walk To Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Artist's Perch on Madeline Island Overlooking Big Bay and Short Walk To Beach located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is steps away from Lake Superior and Big Bay State Park. Major Gilbert Beach and Madeline Island Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious, cozy, amazing views
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular setting, uniquely rustic and well appointed!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, serene lakeside getaway. Quiet, rustic and lovely home on a magical setting.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is a wonderful gem. Its location is great, it feels remote but close to everything, and you get a great view of the lake right from the house. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay! The property was incredibly quiet, peaceful, and very clean, making it the perfect place to relax and enjoy Madeline Island.The highlight is definitely the amazing views of Big Bay and Lake Superior. You can enjoy lake views from virtually every room, which really makes the property feel special. Waking up to the scenery and being surrounded by the natural beauty of the island was fantastic.If you’re looking for a clean, comfortable, and peaceful place with incredible views this is a great choice. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We all had a wonderful time and the property was beautiful. I especially loved the backyard and view of Lake Superior. Thanks again, June, for helping make our stay there a memorable one.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Spot!

Our family had a wonderful stay at the cabin. The view of the lake is spectacular and we loved waking up in the trees. Kitchen has everything you’d need and the location is great. Hope to be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with everything we needed for the week, plus some nice extras like board games and a record player. It's within walking distance to Big Bay Town Park which is a big plus. We had a great stay. Thanks, June!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A great experience again and again!

We loved our time at this gem (this was our second time here) and hope to come back again and again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great trip

The view and location was great. Highly recommend the house. We will be back for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful spot!

This was a gorgeous, rustic cabin on a gorgeous spot. We loved the big windows and beautiful views from the firepit and deck. The steep stairs down to the water were a fun discovery!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great gal friend getaway

Lovely cabin, poetic and peaceful. Perfect for 3 high school friends to reunite in. Loved the location, the lovely hearth that is the home’s heart. Also loved that our dogs could join us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Madeline Island

Location, Location, Location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful View

We throughly enjoyed our time at Artist's Perch overlooking the majestic Lake Superior. The cabin had everything we needed to make our trip perfect! The location was very close to everything and the views could not be beat. We would recommend this cabin again and again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Refreshing

Great location and gorgeous views of the Porkies, Lake Superior, and the town park. I loved the record collection. Cabin had everything we needed. Definitely recommend a stay here in the woods.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Loved the cabin and its very cool arty aesthetic. You can tell the owners thought about joy in the details with the record player, board games, books, etc. My only gripe is that the outdoor & campfire spot was not safe for small kids with a large drop off right off the deck.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved having views of the lake and enjoying coffee out on the deck every morning. It was an easy walk to the Big Bay Town Park. The rooms were nice and roomy. Beds were comfy. Loved the cabin feel.Easy to get to; but make sure you follow the directions left on the check-in process. Do not use Google maps.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful views and sounds of the Lake

We had a wonderful stay! So quiet and so close to the water. On a cliff, but great views of the lake and so close we can hear the waves lapping the shore down below. The fireplace is almost suspended over the lake. The huge windows made it possible to enjoy the views and the sounds directly from our bed. We truly enjoyed our relaxing stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2020
We’re thrilled that you loved the proximity to Mother Superior as much as we have!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy Cliff Cabin

The large windows facing the water in every room make a big impact. Coffee at the fire pit/cliff during a sunrise is something everyone should experience. Being able to bring our dogs was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Worth It!!

Madeline Island is pure magic - La Pointe is absolutely lovely - and this eclectic artist’s abode is the picture perfect perch to experience and enjoy it all!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just what we needed!

The property is unique in all the best ways! We loved it and June was incredibly responsive!!! Thank you!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful lakeside retreat

We are so happy to have stayed here! While we came for Madeline Island and expected to spend way more time in La Pointe, we ended up spending most of the trip lounging around at the house. They had a good selection of records, bedrooms with ample lighting, the space was laid out nicely, and it had most everything needed for a long weekend. Not to mention that the view of the lake was beyond gorgeous. We hope to return for another round of fun!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful

What a beautiful property. It was lovingly created and maintained with such fun details. The space was comfortable and fun for everyone. The view couldnt be beat either. It was such a refreshing and relaxing time. June was awesome and so responsive
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Views

You can't get much closer to the water than this cabin. Plenty of space to spread out and enjoy the views from any room in the house. Waking up in the morning surrounded by trees and listening to the waves gently meeting the shore was incredible. My wife and I played records and had a fire in the fireplace during one of the rainy days. On the sunny days we went to the beach just down the street and kayaked and had lunch on the beach. This cabin will have a special place in our hearts forever.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Highs and lows

We drove up to the property and were amazed by its presence. The views and lot really are spectacular. The cabin takes advantage of the lake and brings the outdoors in. The biggest setback for us was the lack of access to the lake, as we really thought we would be able to walk out to the water. A second comment and note to the owners would be please consider updating the bathrooms, while we like the rustics charm, that was a bit rough for the rate. Fun week, we will be back to the island.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 March 2025
Thanks for these great suggestions! For better or worse, being on a perch means we have great views and less beach access, which makes for a lovely stroll to Big Bay Beach. We're also in the process of updating the bathrooms and hope to have work done for the 2025 season.
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