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Island Lake Estate: Secluded Waterfront Cabin on 17 acres. Pet Friendly!

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Our spring fed lake is crystal clear, no wake, and perfect for swimming all day!
Main house (left) and loft house (right) We sleep up to 18 guests!
Gazebo & large fire pit with seating!
screened in Gazebo-- perfect for outdoor dining!
Loft House -- pool table, bar top, and kitchenette

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 20

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Wausaukee, WI
  • Place, Dave's Falls
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Noquebay
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, Four Seasons ATV Trails
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Airport, Iron Mountain, MI (IMT-Ford)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Loft House Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Main House Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Main House Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 King Bed

Main House Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Sleeping Loft

+3
5 Single Beds and 2 Double Beds

3 bathrooms

Main Bath 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main Bath 2

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Island Lake Estate: Secluded Waterfront Cabin on 17 acres. Pet Friendly!

Come disconnect from the world at your own private & secluded waterfront estate. Enjoy year round entertainment and beauty on Island Lake, where you will be immersed in nature, and unwind with family and friends.

The cozy main cabin boasts 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a large living room, full kitchen and beautiful stone fireplace on top of a picturesque hill overlooking the stunning natural spring fed lake. For larger groups, the loft house has an additional bedroom, ample open air sleeping arrangements, as well as a full bath, and full kitchen.

Explore a sprawling 17 acres of Northern Wisconsin woods, and reacquaint yourself with the natural world. The property is home to a variety of wildlife, including Bald Eagles, White Tailed Deer, Red Headed Woodpeckers, Turtles, Loons, and so much more. A Fisherman's paradise, the lake holds Large Mouth Bass, Northern Pike, Bluegill, Crappie, and Catfish.

Please note that there is no boat launch but multiple boats are provided in your stay! 2 row boats, 2 paddle boards, 1 canoe

During the summer take advantage of the crystal clear waters, and spend the day lakeside. The stocked boat house includes a canoe, multiple row boats, and paddle boards, to supply endless summer fun on the water. At night build a bonfire and roast marshmallows under the stars---can you catch a glimpse of the Milky Way?

Autumn brings a sweeping of color through the trees, and a perfect opportunity for hikes at nearby Dave’s falls. Or gather round the outdoor fire pit and sip on apple cider!

Winter at the lake is perfect for snuggling up with a good book next to the fireplace, or for the more adventurous, a day of skiing at nearby Pine Mountain. Plenty of snowmobile trails exist throughout the area, but the sledding hill is ready to go and right outside your doorstep!

Enjoy the rebirth of life in Spring, and keep an eye out for fawns on the property! With plenty of fauna blooming on the property you’ll love exploring the grounds to find wildflowers and new growth!


Main House:
Master Bedroom: King Bed & Full Bath
Second Bedroom: King Bed
Third Bedroom: King Bed & Bunk Bed (twin on top, full on bottom)
Main Bathroom with Tub/Shower Combo
Full Kitchen with many appliances and serve-ware provided
Washer/Dryer included

Loft House:
Master Bedroom: Queen Bed
Sleeping Loft: 4 twin beds, 1 queen bed
Kitchenette — coffee machine, microwave, refrigerator, toaster
Full bath

***LOFT HOUSE IS ONLY SUPPLIED TO GROUPS LARGER THAN 6 ADULTS***

***THERE IS NO BOAT LAUNCH ON THE LAKE****


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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children must be supervised at all times
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Events

No events allowed
Please respect our neighbors and our property
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 4 total)
Pets allowed for an additional fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
ATV/Snowmobile use on the property is not allowed
No hunting or firearm use on the property
No fireworks

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
Note from host: Please respect our neighbors and our property
Long-term renters welcome
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

Wausaukee

Located in Wausaukee, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Miscauno Cedar Swamp State Natural Area and Dave's Falls reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Four Seasons ATV Trails and DeYoung Family Zoo. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.
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Wausaukee, WI

What's nearby

  • Dave's Falls - 16 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Crivitz Museum - 27 min drive - 31.9 km
  • Lake Noquebay - 32 min drive - 32.0 km
  • Four Seasons ATV Trails - 37 min drive - 41.8 km
  • DeYoung Family Zoo - 42 min drive - 45.9 km

Getting around

  • Iron Mountain, MI (IMT-Ford) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Amberg Pub - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Wausaukee Bowl - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪g & g diner - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Backwoods Bar - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Big O's - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Island Lake Estate: Secluded Waterfront Cabin on 17 acres. Pet Friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 4 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Island Lake Estate: Secluded Waterfront Cabin on 17 acres. Pet Friendly!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Island Lake Estate: Secluded Waterfront Cabin on 17 acres. Pet Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Island Lake Estate: Secluded Waterfront Cabin on 17 acres. Pet Friendly!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Island Lake Estate: Secluded Waterfront Cabin on 17 acres. Pet Friendly! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 8.1 mi (13 km) from Dave's Falls and within 16 miles (25 km) of Miscauno Cedar Swamp State Natural Area and Crivitz Museum. Hunter's Glen Golf Club and Lake Noquebay are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

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

Beautiful and quiet

Perfect place to enjoy time with your family. The yard, gazebo and dock were lovely place to hang out with everyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy C.

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

Wonderful Stay!

We had a large family gathering with children and grandchildren. Thoroughly enjoyed the property and house. Fishing and swimming was great for the kids. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

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

Great property

A wonderful stay on this peaceful lake. Jenna is a great communicator and very accommodating. This place really is a gem!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly M.

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

Great family vacation!

We had such a nice time and loved the house. We enjoyed ping pong tournaments and hot tubbing. We want to come back in the summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Ana B.

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

Nice outdoor view

We liked the place, the outdoor view was amazing, nice house !
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

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

Family Vacation!

We had an amazing time, spending the week at this cottage. The lake was awesome for both swimming and fishing. Very serene and relaxing. Wildlife was abundant!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackson E.

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

Weekend Stay at Island Lake

Wonderful space on a very unique lake. Owners are responsive and accommodating. The estate is great for hosting a larger group of people.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sydney S.

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

Awesome

We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie L.

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

Another wonderful week at Island Lake

We were delighted for the chance to return to Island Lake for the third time, and hope to come again. The fishing was great, there was plenty of room for nine adults, and it was terrific to have the dogs along to enjoy the lake as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine H.

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

Great for families

Family had a great time. Cabin and loft house had plenty of room for my family of 18 and stocked w/ all the essentials. We loved all the outdoor spaces, the screened in game room, lawn space and the large dock. Lake is clean and great for swimming and kids loved fishing off the dock and kids were able to catch one after the other.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

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

Paradise!!

Just finished our 2nd vacation here. We consider it a paradise! There is plenty to do for all ages! Cannot wait to come back again! Jenna and Andrew provide everything you need with excellent response time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tony s.

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

Best fishing experience

Great retreat, would of been better if all was in one building.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie L.

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

A great spot!

It's been seven years since our first stay at Island Lake and we were really glad to be back. The fishing was terrific, the water was perfect for swimming and kayaking, and the quiet was a gift. There was plenty of room for our group of nine adults + pets. We look forward to returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

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

Peaceful family time

Jenna was prompt with replies before booking and during our stay. Her property is gorgeous and extremely private. It was perfect for our large group of family just looking to relax and enjoy the lake with our dogs. So many opportunities to view wildlife in their natural habitat as well!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie L.

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

Return to Island Lake

We've returned to this spot several times. We keep coming back because it's such a wonderful place for our large family (9 adults) and our dogs. Swimming off the dock, canoing and kayaking, fishing - all terrific. Groceries (and more bait) available a short drive away.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie T.

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

So peaceful

The property was amazing! It was so quiet and the view of the lake was spectacular. My husband and I enjoyed walking down the road with the dog every morning and being surrounded by nature. We saw deer, turkeys, loons and more. This place is going on my favorites list.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PETER S.

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

55th anniversary celebration with family

It was all we had hoped for! Beautiful views, comfortable beds, plenty of onsite activities for adults and teens, a peaceful and private northwoods estate, and a pier and lake that seemed to be all our own. We especially enjoyed gathering for dinner each evening in the gazebo with pleasant breezes and the sound of loons!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex G.

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

Family Fun

The property is lovely! It was the perfect setting to host our extended family as we celebrated my mother's birthday. There was plenty of room for everyone and so much to do. We particularly enjoyed the lake and large dock and some of the littles had the opportunity to catch their first fish. I would definitely book Island Lake Estate again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alissa Z.

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

Quiet place

Selected the property because it looked secluded. Couldn't have been happier. Deer coming by rather frequently and loons not afraid of you on the lake. House was very nice and we loved the screened in gazebo! Just the spot we were looking for.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin P.

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

Perfectly Peaceful Vacation

Everything was even better than described. Very clean, lots of room, huge yard and woods, and cant even see neighbors. We basically had the lake to ourselves and caught plenty of bass. We saw turtles and deer swimming in the lake, and could see northern pike, bass, bluegill, and crappie from the huge dock on the very clear lake. We drove to Niagara for whitewater rafting and Crivitz for golf.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Patricia O.

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

True Up North experience

We all loved the place. The pier/water is where we spent most of our time! But we also spent time playing Cornhole, horseshoes and axe throwing. Loved the gazebo for outdoor dining and the fire ring was awesome! The only real downside was that the place needs a deep dive in the cleaning department and I felt that having to bring your own toilet paper/paper towels was tacky considering what you paid per night. However, even given all that I'd still stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Olga T.

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

Very nice place

We loved our time at Island Lake. We enjoyed the lake and the kids had a blast. The master bedroom was very comfortable. The wifi wasn't very strong but I knew that would be the case from previous reviewers. The worst part was all the fees. They charge per person and the fees essentially double the price. We found that the vacation was much pricier than expected.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rox B.

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

Peaceful Getaway

This cabin is perfect if you are looking for a private, peaceful and relaxing vacation. The large well maintained yard was ideal for sitting outside all day and the slope to the dock was manageable for my elderly father who spent hours fishing. The property is home to a lot of wildlife. The eagles swooped by all day long and even landed on the dock for a visit. If you are looking for a rustic up-north getaway with modern amenities, this place will not disappoint. The host, Jenna was extremely responsive and helpful. I really appreciate that they shared their Island Lake Estate with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ira L.

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

Amazing !

This was our second year in a row staying here and the property is nothing short of amazing ! The lake is very private and most importantly quiet. If big Largemouth bass and pike are something you like to catch then this place is for you. But the fun doesn't stop there, the kids loved swimming to the floating platform and cruising the lake on the standing paddle boards. The Gazebo was perfect for an evening meal or a good way to stay bug free. I could go on and on about this place but the bottom line is this place has it all if you like privacy and amazing views of wildlife. Oh yeah, the updated master bedroom is suuuper nice. My family and I will definitely be back !
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aimee W.

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

Tranquil location perfect for a quiet and calm getaway with friends.

All was great. The lake and surrounding forest was a perfect backdrop for a friends reunion. Lots to enjoy on the lake with paddle boards and boats (though we wished for life vests). Well-equipped kitchens. Room for leisure both indoors and out. The Annex loft was not usable for our group (10 middle-aged people - stairs were really steep) so unfortunately 1 person had to sleep on a couch. Also the water was not easily accessible for those with disabilities. Overall was a great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Jenna Donnal

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Hi we are Jenna & Andrew! Growing up, Jenna spent almost all of her free time up here in Northern Wisconsin, this house has been in her family for 40 years. When the owning member of the family decided to sell, we couldn't pass up the opportunity to make this place ours! Andrew has quickly fallen in love with Northern Wisconsin, although he's an Ohio boy at heart. We are currently living in the Chicago area, but coming up to Wausaukee is our escape! We both attended University of Iowa--Go Hawks! And have a 4 year old Great Dane named Sirius! We hope you come and stay with us, and see why we love this place so much!

Why they chose this property

This property has been in my family for more than 40 years, and we are so happy to welcome you to our slice of heaven in the woods. When you come to stay with us, you are not just enjoying a vacation rental, you are staying at our beloved family home that has housed hundreds of happy memories, and we hope you will add more! Our property is secluded and private, so you don't have to worry about bumping elbows with anyone, and there is tons to explore! Take the boats out on the lake, or put your boots on and go hiking through the woods. Our house is filled with vintage treasures, the kind that make it feel like a rustic cabin in the woods--because it is!

What makes this property unique

Our lake is quiet and serene, and the property is nestled in 17 acres of lush nature. With only 7 other houses on this large lake, privacy reigns supreme and you will feel worlds away from the stress of everyday hustle and bustle. Swimming is safe and worry free on this no-wake lake--perfect for kids, or the kids at heart! The spring fed water is crystal clear, and our spot is the best on the lake for swimming and fishing! Our house sleeps 18, perfect for a large family gathering or a family vacation! Enough room for everyone to feel comfortable and enjoy their time in North Woods!

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