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Lakeside Cabin on 2,700 Acre Nelson Lake in Hayward - Fun for All Ages!
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms 3 bathrooms Sleeps 8 213.7 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Hayward, WI
- Nelson Lake2 min walk
- National Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame and Museum13 min drive
- American Birkebeiner Trail24 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Queen Beds
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Master Bath
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Lakeside Cabin on 2,700 Acre Nelson Lake in Hayward - Fun for All Ages!
Welcome to Willie's on Nelson, a 4 bedroom/3 bath lakeside cabin on picturesque Nelson Lake. Willie's is located directly on hundreds of miles of snowmobile & ATV trails, & only 10 mins. to downtown Hayward which puts you right in the action. Bring your own boat or rent from one of several boat rentals right on the lake.
Nelson Lake is 2,700 acres with over 33 miles of shoreline to explore. It is home to several bar/restaurants and plenty of wildlife. The cabin is fully equipped including games, movies and child equipment so all you have to do is just show up & relax.
INTERIOR AMENITIES
4 bedrooms and 3 full baths | 2,300 sq. ft. cabin with upper-level living room & large lower-level walk-out rec room | Full kitchen w/ dishwasher + kitchen utensils | Large upper-level washer & dryer | Wood-burning fireplace | Central air conditioning & forced air heating | Wi-Fi | Ping pong & Foosball tables | Full library of movies & games
***Please note: in late winter ‘25, we will be switching the master bedroom to a king bed and the basement bedroom to two queen beds.
EXTERIOR AMENITIES
120 ft. of rocky/sandy shoreline | 56' private dock (May - mid-Oct./can tie up boat) | Lakeside fire pit with grill and picnic table for lakeside meals | Small sandy beach area on shore + sand toys | 18' Aqua Lilypad water float | Gas grill | Expansive deck with lounge and dining areas
WILLIE'S FLEET
2 adult kayaks | 2 youth kayaks | 1 canoe | 1 paddleboat
AREA ATTRACTIONS - ALL 15 MINS. OR LESS!
-Nelson Lake with 6 bars/restaurants, sand bars, public beach, boat rental and more!
-ATV/UTV trials
-Main Street shopping
-Supper Clubs
-Fred Scheer Lumberjack Shows
-Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame
-Wilderness Walk
-Hiking and mountain biking trails
-Birkebeiner Trail
-Wineries and breweries
-Hayward Golf Club
-Antique stores
WINTER RENTALS
Willie's is located directly snowmobile trail #19 which runs across the bay. We provide snowshoes and sleds for winter fun! There is also an indoor utility room that can be used to wax skis. Wood is provided to enjoy the cozy warmth and crackle of the woodburning fireplace in the upper level living room. Early check-ins and late check-outs can most often be accommodated Oct. - May.
***PLEASE NOTE****
-Limit of 8 guests unless pre-approved - THIS IS NOT THE PROPERTY TO SNEAK IN GUESTS AND WILL RESULT IN A FULL LOSS OF DAMAGE DEPOSIT
-Absolutely no fish boils
-Fish guts cannot be disposed of anywhere on the property, including sink or trash
-Limit of 2 boats on dock
-Any cigarette butts left in yard will result in a $250 fee
-Summer Rentals: We spray for mosquitos and pest control may arrive during your stay. The lawn has to be avoided for approximately an hour after it's sprayed
Nelson Lake is 2,700 acres with over 33 miles of shoreline to explore. It is home to several bar/restaurants and plenty of wildlife. The cabin is fully equipped including games, movies and child equipment so all you have to do is just show up & relax.
INTERIOR AMENITIES
4 bedrooms and 3 full baths | 2,300 sq. ft. cabin with upper-level living room & large lower-level walk-out rec room | Full kitchen w/ dishwasher + kitchen utensils | Large upper-level washer & dryer | Wood-burning fireplace | Central air conditioning & forced air heating | Wi-Fi | Ping pong & Foosball tables | Full library of movies & games
***Please note: in late winter ‘25, we will be switching the master bedroom to a king bed and the basement bedroom to two queen beds.
EXTERIOR AMENITIES
120 ft. of rocky/sandy shoreline | 56' private dock (May - mid-Oct./can tie up boat) | Lakeside fire pit with grill and picnic table for lakeside meals | Small sandy beach area on shore + sand toys | 18' Aqua Lilypad water float | Gas grill | Expansive deck with lounge and dining areas
WILLIE'S FLEET
2 adult kayaks | 2 youth kayaks | 1 canoe | 1 paddleboat
AREA ATTRACTIONS - ALL 15 MINS. OR LESS!
-Nelson Lake with 6 bars/restaurants, sand bars, public beach, boat rental and more!
-ATV/UTV trials
-Main Street shopping
-Supper Clubs
-Fred Scheer Lumberjack Shows
-Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame
-Wilderness Walk
-Hiking and mountain biking trails
-Birkebeiner Trail
-Wineries and breweries
-Hayward Golf Club
-Antique stores
WINTER RENTALS
Willie's is located directly snowmobile trail #19 which runs across the bay. We provide snowshoes and sleds for winter fun! There is also an indoor utility room that can be used to wax skis. Wood is provided to enjoy the cozy warmth and crackle of the woodburning fireplace in the upper level living room. Early check-ins and late check-outs can most often be accommodated Oct. - May.
***PLEASE NOTE****
-Limit of 8 guests unless pre-approved - THIS IS NOT THE PROPERTY TO SNEAK IN GUESTS AND WILL RESULT IN A FULL LOSS OF DAMAGE DEPOSIT
-Absolutely no fish boils
-Fish guts cannot be disposed of anywhere on the property, including sink or trash
-Limit of 2 boats on dock
-Any cigarette butts left in yard will result in a $250 fee
-Summer Rentals: We spray for mosquitos and pest control may arrive during your stay. The lawn has to be avoided for approximately an hour after it's sprayed
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Amenities
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 9:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
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 and a deadlock
About the area
Hayward
Located in Hayward, this cabin is on the waterfront. Totagatic Wildlife Area and Kissick Swamp Wildlife Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include National Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame and Museum and Wilderness Walk Zoo and Recreation Park.
Hayward, WI
What's nearby
- Nelson Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Hayward Information Center - 12 min drive - 11.5 km
- Hayward Lake - 12 min drive - 11.8 km
- National Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame and Museum - 13 min drive - 12.2 km
- American Birkebeiner Trail - 24 min drive - 20.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Kwik Trip - 11 min drive
- McDonald's - 11 min drive
- El Tequila Mexican Family Restaurant - 13 min drive
- Coop's Pizza Parloure - 10 min drive
- Dairy Queen - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Andrea

Hi, we are Rick and Andrea. Thanks for stopping by! We are native to the Twin Cities, however try to escape the city and head to the northwoods as much as possible. We started this operation because we were drawn to the idea of creating a place for family and friends to make memories. Hearing our guests' feedback about the laughter and joy their Willie's vacation brought them warms our hearts and will never get old. We care so much about making your stay as comfortable and accommodating as possible, so you can take it from there and enjoy a memorable vacation. We hope you'll be our guest - cheers!
Why they chose this property
We describe ourselves as people who love "the scene" but who also like to get in and out of "the scene" very quickly. This property is perfect for that. We are located in a quiet bay across from a mostly uninhabited Big Island which provides the serene sense of peace you're looking for in the Northwoods. When more activity is desired, a 10 minute drive to town for dinner, shopping and fun is a perfect way to spend the day.
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