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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 679.0 sq m
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Pickerel, WI
- Place, Crane Lake1 min walk
- Place, Pickerel Lake4 min drive
- Place, Potawatomi Carter Casino33 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Master
1 Queen Bed
Second bedroom
2 Double Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom #1
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
About this property
Family friendly lakefront cottage
Come enjoy some time away at this cozy cottage located on a wooded lot on the southwest side of Crane Lake in Pickerel WI. Crane Lake is a spring fed 355 acre lake and is connected to Pickerel Lake which is an additional 1272 acre lake. Both lakes have good fishing, including panfish, northern pike, bass, and walleye. There is a small channel that connects the two lakes.
Snowmobile trails cross the lake and are easily accessible from the property.
This cottage is fully furnished and ready for you to relax. Included are two bedrooms, living room with new sectional couch and new reclining loveseat, kitchen, bathroom, washer and dryer, lake room (additional brand new pull out couch) with scenic view.
During the winter months the cottage easily sleeps six people(Upstairs is closed during winter months). During the summer months, take advantage of additional sleeping space upstairs which holds three twin beds.
While you are vacationing on Crane Lake you may enjoy activities such as swimming (swim raft included), boating (small fishing boat included, with oars no motor), paddle boating, campfires, grilling (gas as well as over a wood fire), snowmobiling, quiet walks on a dead end street and much, much more! There are two docks that extend into crane lake. 2 new kayaks are also included for exploring the lake.
Other amenities included in your stay:
- Kitchen includes (stove, microwave, full-size refrigerator, toaster, coffee maker, pots/pans, bowels, glasses cups, cutlery, kitchen table seats 4-6,
-Bathroom (including tub/shower combo (towels and toilet paper provided- bring own toiletries),
-Bedrooms - (one queen size bed and two twin beds with blankets, comforters and pillows and bed linens provided)
-wood burning fireplace (including firewood)
-Cell phone signal booster and wifi internet
-T.V./blueray player with many DVDS
Other additional information:
-Cottage is approximately 20 miles northeast of Antigo and 15 miles south of Crandon
-Crane Lake has public boat access located on the north shore of lake, off Co. Rd. Q. or is accessible with a smaller fishing boat through the culvert on the northeast shore of Pickerel Lake
--The cozy cottage is just off of the ATV Trail. You can use Bartz Bay Road to get to Pickerel Lake road to connect to the off-road trails that start approximately 2.5 miles to the west.
- various family friendly restaurants within a 5-10 minute drive, a nearby casino for adult entertainment and a golf course!
-Friendly pets are welcome with the understanding that the owner must take full responsibility for keeping your pet on the property, clean up yard waste and vacuum inside the home as needed to control pet hair. Please keep pets off beds and furniture. Please also control pets when outside to avoid disturbing neighbors enjoying their vacation. Please contact us for more info on multiple pets. Thank you!
-No smoking allowed. Must be 21 years old to rent.
Check-in: 2 pm
Check-out: 10 am
If damages are found, the renter will be responsible for replacement value of the damaged item. Please take garbage with you. There is local dump about 5 miles away that is available for use. Further instructions are on fridge for dump hours and days they are open.
Contact Jeff Verbruggen at 920 740 2616 for further questions
Snowmobile trails cross the lake and are easily accessible from the property.
This cottage is fully furnished and ready for you to relax. Included are two bedrooms, living room with new sectional couch and new reclining loveseat, kitchen, bathroom, washer and dryer, lake room (additional brand new pull out couch) with scenic view.
During the winter months the cottage easily sleeps six people(Upstairs is closed during winter months). During the summer months, take advantage of additional sleeping space upstairs which holds three twin beds.
While you are vacationing on Crane Lake you may enjoy activities such as swimming (swim raft included), boating (small fishing boat included, with oars no motor), paddle boating, campfires, grilling (gas as well as over a wood fire), snowmobiling, quiet walks on a dead end street and much, much more! There are two docks that extend into crane lake. 2 new kayaks are also included for exploring the lake.
Other amenities included in your stay:
- Kitchen includes (stove, microwave, full-size refrigerator, toaster, coffee maker, pots/pans, bowels, glasses cups, cutlery, kitchen table seats 4-6,
-Bathroom (including tub/shower combo (towels and toilet paper provided- bring own toiletries),
-Bedrooms - (one queen size bed and two twin beds with blankets, comforters and pillows and bed linens provided)
-wood burning fireplace (including firewood)
-Cell phone signal booster and wifi internet
-T.V./blueray player with many DVDS
Other additional information:
-Cottage is approximately 20 miles northeast of Antigo and 15 miles south of Crandon
-Crane Lake has public boat access located on the north shore of lake, off Co. Rd. Q. or is accessible with a smaller fishing boat through the culvert on the northeast shore of Pickerel Lake
--The cozy cottage is just off of the ATV Trail. You can use Bartz Bay Road to get to Pickerel Lake road to connect to the off-road trails that start approximately 2.5 miles to the west.
- various family friendly restaurants within a 5-10 minute drive, a nearby casino for adult entertainment and a golf course!
-Friendly pets are welcome with the understanding that the owner must take full responsibility for keeping your pet on the property, clean up yard waste and vacuum inside the home as needed to control pet hair. Please keep pets off beds and furniture. Please also control pets when outside to avoid disturbing neighbors enjoying their vacation. Please contact us for more info on multiple pets. Thank you!
-No smoking allowed. Must be 21 years old to rent.
Check-in: 2 pm
Check-out: 10 am
If damages are found, the renter will be responsible for replacement value of the damaged item. Please take garbage with you. There is local dump about 5 miles away that is available for use. Further instructions are on fridge for dump hours and days they are open.
Contact Jeff Verbruggen at 920 740 2616 for further questions
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Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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About the area
Pickerel
Located in Pickerel, this cottage is on the waterfront. Quig's Maplewood Golf Course and Kettlebowl Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Forest County Potawatomi Historical Cultural Center and Forest County Fairground. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.

Pickerel, WI
What's nearby
- Crane Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Pickerel Lake - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
- Crystal Lake - 13 min drive - 10.1 km
- Potawatomi Carter Casino - 33 min drive - 39.7 km
- Crandon International Off-Road Raceway - 35 min drive - 34.5 km
Restaurants
- Country Inn - 20 min drive
- Long Shots Tavern - 17 min drive
- Walleye Lodge - 15 min drive
- Final Lap - 11 min drive
- Burgt’s Last Resort - 24 min drive
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Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
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15 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Laura G.
15 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Laura G.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Helen P.
26 July 2025
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Helen P.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Craig B.
18 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Northwoods Getaway
Craig B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good
Gary R.
16 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gary R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Beth R.
1 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beth R.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Laura G.
7 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cozy cabin
Laura G.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Allie R.
25 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and quiet getaway
Allie R.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Craig B.
12 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
Craig B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Karina W.
18 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
Karina W.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Steve R.
11 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Steve R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Samantha W.
13 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Family Getaway
Samantha W.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Samantha W.
8 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Samantha W.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Katrina S.
5 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin on Crane
Katrina S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lynn Y.
26 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake hideaway
Lynn Y.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good
Tara E.
12 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Crane lake
Tara E.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Barbara o.
9 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome and relaxing.
Barbara o.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Amy B.
1 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Snowy, beautiful stay
Amy B.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
18 February 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxation getaway
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent
susan m.
9 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always so nice
susan m.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Helen P.
2 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway with amazing lake views!!
Helen P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Claire O.
28 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!


Claire O.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ann H.
15 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
North woods vac.
Ann H.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Joe S.
18 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and quiet!
Joe S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Ben H.
27 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fishing trip
Ben H.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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