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Rustic Cabin

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Interior
Interior
A cozy, compact room with bunk beds, a small dining table, and a wooden ladder.
Room
Room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Apostle Islands National Lakeshore
0+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Bayfield, WI
  • Place, Apostle Islands National Lakeshore
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Little Sand Bay Beach
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Apostle Islands Marina
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom/loft

2 Single Beds

Living room/Common area

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

1 half bathroom

Porta potty

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

Rustic Cabin

*Pet friendly*

Awasishkode (meaning ‘beyond the fire’ in Ojibwe) is located less than a mile from Little Sand Bay Beach/Campground. This cozy, rustic cabin features accommodations for 6 people. Two twin beds in the upper loft area (no guard rails in loft so be cautious), 1 twin daybed with a twin trundle underneath and a full size futon downstairs. Mini fridge and freezer, complimentary coffee bar, outdoor charcoal grill, fire pit, picnic table/area, fresh water stream, hiking and wildlife! There is a porta potty with a lantern inside. There is electricity along with lanterns and flashlights but no running water. The campground down the road has potable water. There is a space heater on the small shelf near the coffee bar. Please reach out at any time if you need and I will do my best to assist if I’m able to.

There are pay showers located at the nearby campground for $4/shower. You will need quarters if you intend to utilize those.

Parking is available at the beginning/top of the driveway, to the left when you first enter the driveway. Please do not drive further down as you may get stuck if muddy. You can fit 2 vehicles there.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2318388vb
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

About the area

Bayfield

Located in Bayfield, this cabin is in a rural area and on a lake. While the natural beauty of Apostle Islands National Lakeshore and Lake Superior can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Apostle Islands Marina. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and snowmobiling.
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Map
Bayfield, WI

What's nearby

  • Apostle Islands National Lakeshore - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Little Sand Bay Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Legendary Waters Casino - 14 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Apostle Islands Marina - 19 min drive - 25.0 km
  • Mount Ashwabay Ski and Recreation Area - 27 min drive - 34.4 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 112 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic Cabin pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Rustic Cabin?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rustic Cabin?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic Cabin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rustic Cabin located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is within a 15-minute walk of Apostle Islands National Lakeshore and Lake Superior. Little Sand Bay Beach is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christie H.

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

Small and peaceful

Beautiful location. We had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nate H.

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

Nice stay in the woods

Great little cabin, quite "off the grid" but just a short drive to towns and activities. Bring lots of mosquito repellant!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle A.

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

Great stay at the Rustic Cabin!

We had lots of fun! Kelly was very responsive and helpful with everything we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan G.

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

Very quiet east and beautiful area

Short but sweet
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quaint
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony B.

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

A great time at the rustic cabin

This was a great find for a last minute trip up to Bayfield. We had a quiet night by the campfire and enjoyed some local spots. The cabin was clean and comfortable. We did have a dog visitor frequently during our stay which was fine but might bother people with little kids. She was a very nice dog.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhona S.

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

Little cabin in the woods

Simple, very clean and comfortable are the best words I have to describe the cabin. For myself and two teenage grandkids it was the perfect size for a one night stay. The kids had never used an outhouse before so it was quite the experience for them. The cleanest one I have ever been in in my life. Room for two vehicles on the property. Close to the Town of Russell and the awesome beach and boat landing there.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Cynthia S.

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

LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION

Absolutely wonderful location so close to Little Sand Bay, the marina and marvelous sand beach, and the delights of the south shore of Lake Superior! Very rustic, but super quiet little cabin in the woods. Four stars because I do wish that there were better 'kitchen' supplies- even a dry cabin should have a dish basin and basic dishes/drink ware for the "6 people" that this place can accommodate- it would be TIGHT for that many- but you wouldn't be spending much time indoors with the towns of Cornucopia and Bayfield so close.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

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

Celebrating a special birthday!

Wow! We booked as a last minute surprise for my Mother in Law visiting from out of the country for her birthday over the Labor Day holiday and it was exactly what we were looking for! Clean. Comfortable. Includes the basics. The location is…AMAZING. Well done! Additionally, the host took the time to leave a local bottle of wine and a snack for us. My MIL felt so special when we arrived. Thank you, thank you!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Hans

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Cozy cabin, once you find it. There was a full size grill in the photos, but only a small tailgater in actuality. The fridge leaked water the whole time, which ran under the bed to greet you in the morning. The neighbors were having some sort of party that went very late, and someone’s dog kept visiting us. I realize much of this is out of the owners control; we did enjoy our stay, hopefully the next tenants have better luck!
Verified

8/10 Good

Debbie D.

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

Rustic!

I was looking for something dog friendly and not very expensive near Bayfield. I'm glad I read other reviews to understand how to be prepared. It was a fun opportunity to pull out all my outdoor gear. There is no wifi and very limited cell service. There is a lamp and a small fridge in the cabin, and a fire pit with a good log supply outside. No running water, but a water jug was provided. I cooked meals over the fire. Outhouse was sufficient. Although I was 'off-grid', there was a lot of traffic on the road, including construction vehicles that drove past the cabin into the evening. So, it was kind of loud/noisy. With all that being said, I really did settle into the space and really enjoyed it. I was there for two nights. Being between Cornucopia and Bayfield was nice. The general store in Cornucopia is really cool. Lots of food, basics and gifty special things. I also made my way to Madeline Island. I got everything I wanted at a good price. Apparently sometime on day 2, the power was cut by the construction in the area. Since I didn't figure it out until it started getting dark, I did not reach out to the host. I just made good use of lanterns and candles. When the host found out that I had been without power, she did reach out to me. I really appreciate that!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob S.

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

Great place!

Our family had a great time at this little cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a quaint little cabin in the woods. Very cozy and pet friendly, too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Alissa T.

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

Better than camping

Very conveniently close to Little Sand Bay! Without running water, it was a lot like camping, but with electricity and a locked door. The only complaint we would have would be the driveway and parking was extremely uneven. Other than that, it was a cute, rustic alternative to staying at the camping in a tent, especially when you have kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy J.

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

Great stay

We had a great time. Exactly what we needed. Kids had fun. No technology needed! Kelly went out of her way to make our stay great. Even delivered firewood for free! Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin F.

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

Cozy Cabin

It was our first trip to Bayfield, and couldn’t have found a better place. The cabin is remote while also being conveniently located to the beach. Trips into town are really manageable, and coming back to the cabin is a great escape from the hustle and bustle of tourist season. Make sure to step outside for a starry night and and firefly spectacle!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 June 2021
I’m so glad you enjoyed yourselves!! The lightning bugs really are so incredible this year! You are welcome back anytime :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kelly Charette

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I am a Red Cliff tribal member and I live in Red Cliff. I enjoy hiking, beach days and nature. I love being a host because it gives me the opportunity to be creative and possible meet new people from around the world.

Why they chose this property

This is an incredibly peaceful property. It’s just far enough from town that you get the peace and serenity of the woods but close enough for it to be an easy trip to go get essentials, check out local shops and more.
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