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Stately home in Washburn

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The Baron in summer
Kitchen remodeled in 2022
Kitchen fully remodeled in 2023
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New kitchen with all the amenities. Remodeled 2022.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Washburn, WI
  • Bayfield County Courthouse
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • StageNorth
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Houghton Falls Nature Preserve
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Kids

1 Single Bed

Owners Suite

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Stately home in Washburn

This stately 3000 sq ft home is perfect for a large group or family. Located on a tree lined avenue, steps from Washburn's Main Street and Lake Superior. Enjoy Bayfield County, which has year round appeal for the outdoor adventurist, or stay in and relax by the fire. House has high ceilings, original wood floors and trim. Built in 1912 by a prominent lumber baron, the home has been well cared for and updated with a newly remodeled kitchen. There are 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. House is situated on a double lot with a two stall garage. Fenced in backyard has a deck, grill, fire pit and volleyball net. Your well behaved dog is welcome for a $60 fee. Neighborhood playground, tennis and pickleball courts just blocks away. In summer, visit the Farmer's Market and enjoy Music In The Park on Wednesdays. The house is elegant enough for a romantic weekend, yet still comfortable and inviting for families and outdoor sports enthusiasts. Washburn was recently named one of the best places for biking in the country! Bring your bike, or rent one at Washburn Hardware and Sports. Washburn Marina is .5 miles away and is a certified Clean Marina. We have found visitors are pleasantly surprised by all Bayfield County has to offer, and strive to turn your stay into an annual tradition. We welcome your questions and suggestions! Find us on Facebook at The Baron on 4th Street.

Property manager

Mary Hamel
Premier Host

Languages

French, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Must inform host prior to event
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Pet not permitted in carpeted bedroom or on beds.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please do not move beds out of their rooms. Strip linens and place in laundry before leaving. Pets are not allowed on beds.
Guests must supply their own beach towels. Bath towels are not to be taken to the beach.
Load dishwasher and take out trash before leaving. Make sure to clean grill and close propane tank if barbeque used.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: Must inform host prior to event
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

Washburn

Located in Washburn, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Apostle Islands Marina and Mount Ashwabay Ski and Recreation Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Soo Line Locomotive 950 and Ashland Mural Walk. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Washburn, WI

What's nearby

  • Bayfield County Courthouse - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • StageNorth - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Houghton Falls Nature Preserve - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Madeline Island Ferry Line - 20 min drive - 23.1 km
  • Apostle Islands Marina - 20 min drive - 22.8 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Ashland Family Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪South Shore Brewery Taphouse - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Pub - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stately home in Washburn pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Stately home in Washburn ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stately home in Washburn ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stately home in Washburn located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Bayfield County Courthouse and Lake Superior. StageNorth and Houghton Falls Nature Preserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence S.

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

Beautiful, historic home

We loved staying at “The Baron”. This historic home was a wonderful place for our family, which included six adults and two toddlers, to stay for our vacation to Lake Superior and the Apostle Islands. It is spacious and we had plenty of room to cook, dine and play games together. The bedrooms are quaint, and we having the fenced yard to hang out in was great. Mary was an amazing host! She was easy to communicate with and always immediately responded when we had any questions. We had a great time, and would love to return in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Therese S.

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

Great for our family trip!

We loved our stay! The house was bigger than we thought and the fenced-in backyard was amazing! We would definitely stay there again :)
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Di c.

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

Loved this house!

Highly recommend staying here. Large fenced in yard to play in, too. Had everything we needed in kitchen. House itself is beautiful with panoramic windows. Beds were comfortable, quiet neighborhood, within walking distance to Lake Superior and downtown. The only thing I would change is the locking system on the doors. The kitchen door locked on us 3 times without us turning anything. Thankfully we put the spare key outside to get back in. Overall this was a fantastic place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

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

Great stay in Washburn!

The house was comfortable, clean, and the owner was helpful with anything that came up.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

nice time

we had a very nice time! The house was bigger than expected and very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laure S.

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

Great

Beautiful and comfortable home. The host was great to work with, we would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristopher S.

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

Great Stay!

Nice location close to Bayfield, Madeline Island and Ashland. Clean home and well kept, perfect for our family of 6. Thank you Mary
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex B.

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

8/10-8/13 guests

Hello, my family and friends and I really enjoyed our stay! The house was very clean and spacious. We would definitely consider staying again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angelina A.

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

Family Trip

Perfect for our trip with adult children. Enough space to not feel cramped, but cozy. Home was well appointed and just as described. Fenced in yard and use of garage a huge bonus! Great communication from our host. The area is so lovely with many things to do and see. We look forward to staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

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

Washburn get-away

Came to enjoy the snow mid-week. House was great, clean and well stocked. Location in the center of washburn was very convenient. Loved having a fire in the fireplace. We would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

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

Fishing trip

House was very nice and updated. Would recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

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

B-day weekend

It was my son and I and 5 of his friends to celebrate my son's birthday. There was room for all of us. Check-in was easy. Place was clean and more than comfortable. Nice big backyard. Guys had fun playing spike ball. Would recommend this place to any heading up to visit Apostle Islands.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

Historic House

Perfect place for our mini vacation. Lots of activities to close to this house. Kitchen had the basics and there were plenty of towels for the bathrooms. Host was very accommodating and easy to work with. We would return to this house if we vacation in the area again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Old House!

Wonderful, roomy house with more than sufficient, comfortable space for the 7 of us. Mary was wonderful. We would love to come back and stay again. Extremely clean AND with 2 1/2 baths! Thanks, Mary.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P.

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

Clean Older Home

Unique older home; clean with updated kitchen and bathrooms. Right on ATV route in Washburn which was great for using our side by side. Host Mary was friendly and easy to reach. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marlis G.

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

Perfect Summer Family Vacation Spot

The house is a beautiful old home that has a combination of old charm and modern conveniences. The interior was very comfortable and the backyard was great for a family cookout and volleyball game. The location is in a wonderful small town close to many activities. We picked blueberries, went to the County Fair, hiked Houghton Falls, saw a show at the Big Top, disc golfed in Ashland, took a ferry to Madeline Island, spent afternoons on the beach with the unbelievably clear water of Lake Superior and enjoyed the shops and restaurants in Bayfield. Mary was responsive and helpful when we had questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie S.

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

Nice Experience!

The house worked well for our "Core Four" family: Mom, Dad, and two adult daughters. Each of us had our own space, and the dining room was a lovely place to have a couple of family meals. We especially loved the outdoor fireplace area where we roasted hot dogs, made s'mores, and had a singalong around the fire. Our border collie loved the big yard!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

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

Historic charm with modern amenities

Beautiful historic home in the equally historic city of Washburn WI on the shores of Lake Superior. From the timeless brick fireplaces in the main living room and the primary bedroom to the quiet reading space at the rear of the house to the modern appointments and amenities of the remodeled kitchen, this home was the perfect long weekend get away for us! There is also a wonderful outdoor gathering space with a fire pit, though the weather during our visit did not allow for it’s use. The location is close to dining establishments and the outdoor activities this area has to offer. Looking forward to staying here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

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

Fabulous HUGE house!

We absolutely loved staying here! The house is even more beautiful than the pictures, with hardwood floors, high ceilings, and a wonderful great room with a working, cozy fireplace stocked with wood. There was plenty of room for 3 couples and two singletons. Kitchen is well-stocked, and Mary was a dream to work with. Although we came to ski, Houghton Falls hiking trail, South Shore Brewery, and The Snug with live music were all minutes away. Oh yeah, and that one lake. Yard is fenced in for our dogs! What a bonus! Couldn't ask for a better place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Jim M.

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

Book Across the Bay Stay

We were the first official overnight guests. We stayed 2 nights and did the Book Across the Bay from Ashland and the Bike Across the Bay from Washburn as well as watching the sled dog race in Iron River. The house was awesome and we enjoyed wood fires both evenings. Made breakfasts in the kitchen. Nice to have refrigerator, coffee maker, dishwasher, microwave and stove. Awesome house and experience and location. Only other comments would be that beds were hard and that there should be wastebaskets and in the bathrooms. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie W.

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

Welcome Home

We had a wonderful stay at the Stately Home. It was very comfortable with a lot of space for my family (6 adults). It provided everything we wanted, spacious kitchen, dining room, huge living room & comfortable bedrooms. Visiting in the winter we didn’t have the opportunity to enjoy the deck & backyard, but are looking forward to staying at the Stately for our 2025 holiday getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

About the host

Hosted by Mary Hamel

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Tim is a local building contractor who grew up in Washburn. He says he always admired this house growing up.
Mary grew up in Minneapolis and has a penchant for older, well built and charming houses.
They live 3 miles away (in another historic home,) so can be available for questions or any urgent needs.

Why they chose this property

This home will captivate you when you walk in the front door. You are greeted by a grand stairway with traditional formal dining room to the left and a spacious living room to the right. The living area is perfect for sitting by the fire, building a jig saw puzzle or watching your favorite football team win on a Sunday afternoon.
Kitchen was remodeled in 2022.
Upstairs you will find an elegant owners' suite with a queen sized bed. Bedroom 2 with a queen and bedroom 3 has a twin. Additional bedroom with a queen bed on the mezzanine level off of the kitchen area.
There is a full bath with laundry up, and a half bath with shower down, and a powder room off the kitchen.
There is a very large back entry which can be used for recreational gear, drinks overlooking the backyard, or morning yoga.

What makes this property unique

This property is the best of both worlds. Close enough to the water, and snowmobile trails, but with a quiet, neighborhood feel. Located just a couple blocks from Bayfield Street, there is a newly updated, family friendly playground and tennis courts. There is a Cultural Center and bookstore steps away. Washburn has some of the best fine art galleries in the area, the the Great Lakes Visitors Center is 6 miles away, and the Town of Bayfield just a 12 minute drive.

Languages:

French, Spanish

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