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Secluded Getaway Access to 2 Lakes, Sauna, Game room

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Nothing like a hot sauna
This sectional is perfect for movie night!
Enjoy bonfires without leaving the deck!
A well stocked kitchen with easy access the spacious deck.
With ping pong, air hockey and foosball rainy days aren't so bad after all.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Additional Sleeping

1 Double Sofa Bed

Basement

2 Double Sofa Beds

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Secluded Getaway Access to 2 Lakes, Sauna, Game room

Wake up to unforgettable sunrises over Big Chetac Lake and end the day with a cold drink watching the sunset over your own private lakefront oasis. This spacious 2.9-acre wooded retreat blends rustic charm with modern comforts — perfect for fishing trips, family getaways, or a cozy Up North escape.

✦ Highlights You’ll Love

- Outdoor Sauna & Changing Room – detox and relax in the northwoods
- Deck with Built-In Fire Pit & Gazebo – the ultimate spot for sunsets and stargazing.
- Private Master Deck – enjoy sweeping views of lake and woods
- 700 ft of Shoreline + Dock – swim, boat, or fish right from the property.
- Game Room Fun – foosball, ping pong, and air hockey.
- Year-Round Adventure – ATV/snowmobile trails, nearby islands to explore, and top fishing on 2,000+ acres of Big Chetac.

🛏 The Space

- Bedrooms: Cozy pine interiors and a master with private balcony.
- Bathrooms: Modern ceramic tile + bonus 3rd bathroom in basement.
- Kitchen: Fully stocked with farm sink + dishwasher.
- Living Area: “Up North” charm with plenty of space to relax.

🐟 Outdoor Living

- Cast your line in legendary Big Chetac fishing waters (rent boats/pontoons nearby).
- Explore 2,000+ acres of water, sandbars, and islands — bring your adventurous side!
- Or enjoy the serenity of your own quiet back lake just steps away.
- Take a nap in the hammock

🎲 Entertainment

- Rainy day? Head to the basement game room for family tournaments.
- Prefer downtime? Grab a book, curl up in the cozy living room, or sip wine under the gazebo.

📍 Location

Nestled between Birchwood, Hayward, Spooner, and Rice Lake, with shops, trails, and attractions nearby. In winter, 4WD is recommended for the driveway.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Drop off off of back of property

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Events

No events allowed

Email with details

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking or vaping or drugs of any kind

Important information

You need to know

Property # 177889
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
Note from host: Email with details
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 first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Birchwood

Located in Birchwood, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Log Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Benson Creek State Wildlife Management Area and Hauer Springs State Wildlife Management Area. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging.
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Birchwood, WI

What's nearby

  • Lake Chetac - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Lac Courte Oreilles - 20 min drive - 26.8 km
  • Round Lake - 41 min drive - 57.7 km
  • Nelson Lake - 42 min drive - 60.1 km
  • Lake Chippewa - 58 min drive - 69.2 km

Getting around

  • Eau Claire, WI (EAU-Chippewa Valley Regional) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Birchwood Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mama Roppe's Railside - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mary's Bluegill Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ed's Coffee & Trading Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Paul's Pizza Den - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Getaway Access to 2 Lakes, Sauna, Game room pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Secluded Getaway Access to 2 Lakes, Sauna, Game room?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Secluded Getaway Access to 2 Lakes, Sauna, Game room?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Getaway Access to 2 Lakes, Sauna, Game room?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Getaway Access to 2 Lakes, Sauna, Game room located?

This family-friendly Birchwood cabin is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Chetac and Birch Lake. Garbutt Island and Little Sissbagama Lake are also within 6 miles (10 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. 107 out of 124 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 124 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Curt H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host is very responsive and quickly answered all of my questions. Place is nice with large living areas perfect for our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was an amazing get-a-way. House was clean and had plenty of room for the 6 people that we had. Wonderful access to the lake for ice fishing. And the Sauna was a wonderful way to relax at the end of the day. I would certainly stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great views and fun spaces
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lots to do and fun for all ages.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Garrett O.

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

Great stay

Was a great weekend away
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As advertised.It was a beautiful, and relaxing, getaway for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wes B.

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

Great visit

Loved the property and especially the sauna!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 February 2025
Thanks for staying. We put the sauna in specifically for the winter. Nothing like ice fishing, skiing, snowmobiling, hiking, bing watching your show etc and then going into the sauna to warm up!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam L.

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

Beautiful

Very beautiful view and nice and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marvin S.

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

Clean and comfortable

Excellent place to kick back and relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy S.

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

Great cabin

Cabin was large and comfortable for our big group. Hosts had everything there that we could've needed. Communication was great. We would definitely recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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

Family getaway

House had great space, cleanliness and the owner was very prompt on replies to all inquiries.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

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

Great Weekend Getaway!

We had a wonderful time at this property with lots of things to do inside and outside. We had a lot of rain so it was nice to use the ping pong table and playing board games. With a mobile baby it was very child-friendly too. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole F.

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

Very Nice

Very nice stay. The cabin was clean with plenty of space for our family. Had everything that you needed. The lake was beautiful, we rented a pontoon and spent a lot of time on it. Also enjoyed the kayaks and Lily pad.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol A.

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

Enjoyable

Enjoyed our time in Birchwood. Property was clean and had everything we needed for our week stay. Great setting for relaxing time off of the back deck and also we docked our boat with no issues.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

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

Wonderful!

Beautiful and secluded. Fall colors and scenery calming and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 October 2023
This is our favorite time out there. I purchased the property in the fall for this very reason!
Verified

8/10 Good

Michala G.

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

Cabin weekend

Overall property was nice. Good location. Quiet and tucked away. Worked for a small get together of family and friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherri K.

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

Excellent

Was a lovely place to recover, reflect and gather as a family after the funeral of my father. Thanks for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caleb M.

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

Northwoods

This cabin offers many “home” comforts from the large dinning table for dinners to spacious rooms. It has an inviting tone and send off of “come again.”
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
We are thrilled that you enjoyed your time at the cabin. We love to spend time with our family there are love sharing it with others. Come again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin P.

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

Loved the lakes!

Great stay overall! We loved the option of exploring both lakes and our son caught fish at both locations. We did lots of swimming and kayaking in the big lake and the water was warm. Beautiful deck and fire pit area too. Although the mosquiitos were thick outside once we started the fire at night they didn't both us and we were able to enjoy smores and campfire time. Just a heads up there is a decent amount of walking to both lakes, including steps and slopes. Overall a great house and location!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leon N.

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

Wonderful!!!

We had an Awesome time here!! Thanks so much! Wud b nice not having a limit on how many people stay there, as we had 2 pay extra for 5 pple, but I do understand why they hav that rule!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M.

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

Highly Recommend

A great range of activities, both indoors and outdoors. The secluded private lake was especially enjoyable for fishing and wildlife viewing. It felt like we were at a remote Canadian lake. The kids enjoyed fishing, swimming, and kayaking in Lake Chetac. Very comfortable beds and spacious layout. Good all-around vacation spot that reminded me of my childhood trips up north.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

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

Wonderful cabin!

We had a such a great time at the cabin. The property was very clean and the kitchen was well stocked with dishes, pots, pans, and utensils for cooking. The cabin was really spacious and the basement was a hit with the whole family! Jon was a great host and quick to answer all our questions. We hope to come back when the lake isn’t frozen but we still had a great time snow shoeing the ice age trail. It was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky A.

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

Has the extras

This is a great place to rent has the little extras that add to the stay. The worst part were the misquotes. However, the screened in area helped immensely.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
Thanks so much for staying with us!
Verified

8/10 Good

Harry D.

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

Family time

The house was very clean and fully stocked. We were very impressed with everything that was included with the rental. It was a long walk to both of the lakes, but once we got there it was great. It was a good house for a large group, plenty of beds as well as extra bedding. The basement did get cool , even with the air off, but we just added another blanket at night!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalya B.

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

Great getaway

It was a perfect vacation in the woods for 10 of us. Beautiful house with everything we needed for worries free getaway. Very clean! Kitchen has everything you need for cooking. Comfortable beds for rest , great living room , big kitchen to hang out . We were watching amazing sunset on the deck with beautiful view of the nature.Spending time by the fire singing and playing guitars( be prepare for mosquitoes). We enjoyed very much spending time on the water- swimming, kayaking, fishing . The check in and out were easy. Thank you ,Jon ,for been such a good host , responding quickly, and made our stay relaxing and memorable . We definitely would like to come again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
Thank you so much for your stay! We love the sunsets on the deck too. I hope that we can host you again soon!

About the host

Hosted by Jon

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We love the outdoors and originally purchased this cabin with the idea we would only fix it up and sell it. We ended up selling our other cabin as we loved this one so much. I don't think we could ever sell it.

Why they chose this property

We saw it in the fall the leaves and 3 acres were hard to resist.

What makes this property unique

Very Private and access to 2 lakes

Languages:

English

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