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Cozy Year Round Lakefront Cabin- Family & Dog friendly- Private Dock

Lakefront cabin with kitchen and patio

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Front Exterior
View of front door and kitchen.
Private kitchen
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 567.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Lake view

Explore the area

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  • Place, Minocqua Park Complex
  • Place, Torpy Park Beach
  • Place, Bearskin State Trail
  • Airport, Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

2nd bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Primary bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Cozy Year Round Lakefront Cabin- Family & Dog friendly- Private Dock

The "Kozy Cabin" is located on 75 ft of Lake Front on beautiful Johnson Lake in Arbor Vitae/Woodruff just 7 minutes from the heart of Minocqua. Best of both worlds- just minutes away from great restaurants and fun AND IT IS RIGHT ON THE LAKE. 20 minutes from Boulder Junction. 15 minutes from St. Germain.

This is our family cabin and is a great place to unplug and unwind and simply enjoy the serenity the Northwoods has to offer.

A gradual slope leads to private dock and mix of sand/rock frontage which is perfect for adults and for kids of all ages.

Johnson is a full rec lake so bring you water skis or your boat in the summer and don't forget to bring your fishing poles!

You'll also enjoy easy access to the snowmobile and ATV/UTV trail systems offering literally hundreds of miles of groomed trails throughout northern Wisconsin and upper Michigan. And be sure to visit some of the neighboring towns to discover fabulous restaurants and a wide variety of shopping options.

Visit Minocqua.org to see the numerous activities and sites to visit all within +/- 5 miles.

Location: Johnson Lake (85 Acres) Full Rec Lake.

Occupancy: 5, 2 adults + 3 kids.

Dock: Private and seasonal.

Kitchen: 12cup coffee maker, microwave, air fryer, waffle maker, electric fry plan, sandwich maker, cups, coffee mugs, plate, utensils, pots and pans.

Bathroom: Linens provided. Toilet paper and hand soap provided.

Washer/Dryer: No
Bedrooms: 2 ( King bed, Twin over Full Bunk)
Bathrooms: 1 Bath/Shower combo
Living room: Couch with pull out bed( linens not provided) and 2 reclining chairs
A/C: No
Fireplace: No
Pets: Yes (2)
Extras:
- 3 adult sized Kayaks, 2 sit in, 1 sit on
- A variety of board games and cards
- Pac Man mini arcade game

Outside video/audio surveillance: Yes, for guest and owner protection. Locations: doorbell in front, camera in back covering back door/lake. exterior only.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Lake view
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 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: dogs (limit 2 total)
Your well behaved pet is welcome- $75 per pet fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We have dogs and are dog friendly which means even when detailed cleaning is done after every stay you may find dog hair.
For your protection and ours, 3 outside cameras look over doorways. Do not mess with cameras, this will be an automatic cancelation without refund.
No fish cleaning or cooking of fish inside the cabin please.

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
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

Woodruff

Located in Woodruff, this cabin is on the waterfront. Timber Ridge Golf Club and Waswagoning Indian Village are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Rock Falls Riding Stable LLC and Holiday Acres. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Arbor Vitae, WI

What's nearby

  • Island City Antique Market - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Minocqua Park Complex - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Torpy Park Beach - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Rock Falls Riding Stable LLC - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Bearskin State Trail - 8 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KWIK TRIP #588 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Monical's Pizza - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Year Round Lakefront Cabin- Family & Dog friendly- Private Dock pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Cozy Year Round Lakefront Cabin- Family & Dog friendly- Private Dock ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Year Round Lakefront Cabin- Family & Dog friendly- Private Dock ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Year Round Lakefront Cabin- Family & Dog friendly- Private Dock located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 2 miles (3 km) of Dr. Kate Museum, Island City Antique Market and Wildwood Wildlife Park and Nature Center. Lakeland Area Dog Park and Torpy Park Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brenda A.

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

Kozy cabin bliss

Cute cabin . Great communication to owner . Great things to do in area
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

colleen l.

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

Very nice !!!

Very clean and very nice VRBO right on the lake. The hell down to the lake is not ideal. This place is very close to town and restaurants couldn't be a better place to have a getaway. If you're looking for a smaller place, it's amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

Cozy cabin

Excellent accommodations and location- will definitely come back again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

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

Lake Dream

Wonderful location and nicely decorated cabin with everything you could possibly need as your home away from home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela N.

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

Great Weekend

Great location! Was close to town for shopping and right on the water for fishing. The hosts were very easy to communicate with! Cute little cabin, had everything we needed!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

James E.

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

Weekend Get Away

We had a great and relaxing weekend away from home. The property was very nice, clean and updated. Easy to get to and on a quiet lake. Very close to shopping, restaurants, and fun. We couldn't have asked for anything more. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zachery K.

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

Lake Johnson

Had a great time! Close to town but far enough to enjoy. Trail 17 just across the road and easy access.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve K.

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

April 2032

Great place for our mini-vaca
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cody R.

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

Exceptional Lake home close to town

The cabin was perfect for our trip. Great fishing right in front of the cabin. Location was ideal, just a few minutes drive into town. Cabin was well stocked with all the essential. They had a minocqua monopoly game that we loved to play at the end of the night. Would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten D.

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

Perfect fit!

This place was everything we could’ve asked for to have a relaxing and fun family vacation. Great location as it’s close to town and restaurants but still feels secluded on a lake. We enjoyed relaxing in the cozy cabin on rainy days and being outdoors when the weather allowed. Fishing was great and we enjoyed campfires by the lake and the kayaks. The cabin had everything we needed and beds were super comfortable. Thanks Melissa, it was one of our top family vacations.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly A.

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

Wonderful family memories

Our week long stay at the Kozy cabin was filled with memories and magical fun! The lake is crystal clear and we loved watching the wildlife from the dock, including a bald eagle family, loons, and deer. The location is so close to town that going out to area restaurants, shops and attractions was easy and quick. We loved the two public beaches for playing in the sand,swimming and rock/gem hunting. The cabin is comfortable and clean. We really enjoyed the kayaks provided. The host is so responsive to questions.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

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

Kozy Cabin

The Kozy cabin was a life saver for this summer’s up north vacation. The weather wasn’t so good our entire week we stayed. (We plan our vacation around being out on the lake/outside.) That being said we were inside a lot. The cabin was clean and homey. We played board games, the switch, and my girls and I watched YouTube to learn how to crochet.The WiFi is fast. When we were outside, the yard was beautiful. We saw lots of wildlife right in our yard. And we caught fish off the pier. Out 2 dogs loved the yard. And 1 got over her fear of water and played in the lake! You won’t be sorry if you rent the Kozy Cabin. The owners were so very nice to communicate with also!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent communication with the host family. They were able to accommodate our late request to bring our 2 fur babies (dog cost very affordable) and gave us recommendations for boat rentals. Johnson lake is a wonderful full rec lake that is smaller and wonderfully not busy! Perfect size for kayaking around, zipping the kids around on the tube, or swimming off the boat in the middle of the lake. We were able to catch a fair amount of fish off the dock and while on the boat. The house is small but perfect for a family of 4 (and 2 dogs) and packed with amenities like games, blankets, grill, fire pit, marshmallow sticks, etc. The beds were very comfortable and there were plenty of ceiling fans, floor fans, and a portable AC unit in the family room which my dogs adored! The only complaints I had was needing to drive the dogs to a walking trail or park since the house is located right off hwy 47, making it impossible to just take a walk directly from the cabin. Lastly they warned us of the sulphur smell/taste to the tap water, and it was prominent. Both of these “complaints” weren’t deal breakers for us and not a reflection of the host or our overall experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie K.

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

Lakefront cabin

Cabin was nice. Had everything you could possibly need! No a/c and of course it was the hottest days of the season so far. Cabin was hot, very hot-83 degrees at night and hotter during the day! Owners did send 2 stand up fans to the house when they saw it was going to be so hot. Thank God it was windy! Shoreline was not good for swimming, very weedy and mucky. So with it being so hot and humid we couldn't swim. There were no steps to get down to the lake and the hill was pretty steep and uneven. It wasn't too much of an issue for us, but older folks would have a struggle up and down the hill I think. Saw a lot of deer on the property and around the entire lake. Deck was nice but could use an umbrella or some sort of shade for when the sun beats down on it. There was a firepit down by the lake at the bottom of the hill with firewood to use. We couldn't use it due to it being too windy for my comfort of having a fire. Overall it was nice and exactly what we expected except for the swimming. I think if the shoreline was raked a bit it could be nice. Plenty of parking and even a garage I think available? We didn't use it but there is one there. Lots of cameras on the property. I guess it's good for safety but it just felt kinda weird. Not sure if I'd stay again without air conditioning or a decent shoreline to swim. Otherwise it was perfect!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin P.

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

30 yr anniversary getaway

We loved the location and quiant cabin. Wish weather wouldve been better for kayaking. But they made sure to have them out for us just in case. THANK YOU. Everything was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz V.

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

Winter weekend getaway

We came up to try out the new skating "glide". We enjoyed the hospitality and comfortable home. We would love to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James F.

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

Jimmy

Our stay at this property was more than fantastic! Location was great. The house was great. The atmosphere was wonderful
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald B.

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

Bike trip

Cabin perfect for our trip. Very well stocked with everything you would need
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina m.

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

Kozy cabin

My husband and i had a great stay at the kozy cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb V.

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

Cute and nice spot on the lake.

This house is cute on the inside with a very comfortable bed. The kitchen is very well stocked and the management company is easy to work with and very accessible. Although the house is on a busy road the lakeside is beautiful and having kayaks and a canoe is a nice benefit. We enjoyed the local golf courses and the supper clubs very much. It was a good week for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Teryl F.

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

Great location for everything you would want to do in the area

Kozy Cabin was just right for us and our well behaved dog. Right on a lake, good fishing from the dock and we really enjoyed the deck. We had no mosquitos bothering us which was a relief since back home the mosquitos were horrendous. Hwy 47 was busy and noisy at times and the water really stunk and had to use bottled water for everything. Overall, we had a great time at Kozy Cabin.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

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

Fun Family Vacation

Our family of 5 plus dogs had a great time here!! We spent a lot of time enjoying the lake - kayaking, playing in the water and fishing. My husband was thrilled to catch a 41” musky off the pier! The kids loved catching bass, bluegill, and perch. And, our lab pretty much lived in the water:) It was also great to be so close to Woodruff and Minocqua towns. There were many family friendly places for us to visit. Overall, very fun stay with great memories made!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

MIKE M.

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

Woodruff Weekend Getaway May 15-19, 2024

Cute, quaint cottage. Clean and welcoming. Close to town yet you get the feel of being secluded in the woods. Quiet lake and great fishing off the pier! Definitely would book it again. Thank you for sharing your Kozy Cabin Melissa and family. PS...absolutely loved the Pac-Man game!!!! Tammy and Mike M.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn L.

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

KozyKabin

We had a great time. The cabin is right on the water. Everything clean and comfy. Bed was super comfy and updated. Super easy checkin. Great communication with owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carl D.

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

Kozy!

Accommodations and everything was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

About the host

Hosted by Melissa

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We are a family of 5 with 2 red labs. We came across this area in 2018 on a camping trip to the UP and instantly fell in love!! We have been coming back ever since, each time exploring more of the surrounding areas and more restaurants, we have not found an eatery or location yet that we do not throughly enjoy! We equally enjoy summer & winter! We describe the Minoqua area to our friends as a 'laid back summer & winter spot that is full of fun surprises at every turn'. We hope you fall instantly in love just as we did!

Why they chose this property

Best of both worlds, lake front AND just a few minutes from town. When you want to slow down and enjoy simply life come hang out at our 'Kozy Cabin' , we cannot wait to host you!

What makes this property unique

If you are like us, you want to have a view of the water at ALL times, and here you have just that. View of the lake from the living room, kitchen and primary bedroom.
With being on of the smaller cabins on Johnson lake the views across the lake are amazing!

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