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Porch in the Pines | Lakefront home w/ AC! Sandy Beach, Dock, Dogs OK

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Swimmable, Sandy Beach right out the door!
Porch in the Pines
Private Family Cabin on Meta Lake
Living Room with fireplace and wall of windows.
Open Floor Plan

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Eagle River, WI
  • Place, Catfish Lake
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Cranberry Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Amsoil Eagle River Derby Track
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Other Space 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Porch in the Pines | Lakefront home w/ AC! Sandy Beach, Dock, Dogs OK

Escape to Porch in the Pines, nestled amongst the tall pines of Northern Wisconsin and bordering secluded Meta Lake. This stunning three-bed and two-bathroom lake home is more than just a vacation rental; it's a place to reconnect with loved ones and friends while sharing meals, watching a movie, or telling stories around the campfire. There is parking for four (4) vehicles in the circle drive.

HIGHLIGHTS:
Outside, near the dock, there are kayaks, canoes, an oar boat, and a floating swimming dock. Enjoy smores and storytelling at night at the firepit - cozy firepit blankets and s'more sticks are provided! The garage is open in the summer and holds water noodles, rafts, and sand toys, with extra room for whatever you bring. There are many board games for family game night. A fully equipped kitchen, linens, and an outdoor grill are provided. There is a ramp from the driveway to the entry door, and the main floor has a large bath with an extra wide doorway. The covered porch wraps around the deck overlooking the water. The home has AC, a Smart TV, and a wood-burning fireplace.

WHERE YOU'LL SLEEP:
Main Bedroom: Queen (Lower Level)
2nd Bedroom: Two (2) Twins (Lower Level)
3rd Bedroom: Two (2) Twins & Queen (Upper Level Loft)
Living Room: Queen Sleeper Sofa (Lower Level)

DOG FRIENDLY:
This home is dog-friendly, so enjoy your vacation with your furry friend! We allow up to 2 dogs for $40/day (a maximum of $250 per stay). Just select the pet option when booking your stay. Pets MUST be crated if left alone. NO EXCEPTIONS. Guests are responsible for their pets while on the property, including any damage caused by them.

AMENITIES YOU'LL LOVE:
• Fireplace
• Outdoor firepit
• Large dock with great fishing and kayaks
• Large Deck with Propane grill and Outdoor seating

LAKES:
Meta Lake is a 175-acre full-recreation lake known for great fishing, including panfish, largemouth and smallmouth bass, and walleye. The property is flat, and you can easily get from the parking area to the lake and dock without stairs. This home is near boat launches on the 28 Chain of Lakes; however, there are no public boat launches on Meta Lake.

TRAILS:
This home is adjacent to 500 miles of groomed snowmobile trails. ATV/UTV riders can cover a variety of terrain in the area, from paved roads to dirt routes. Enjoy hiking in the nearby Nicolet National Forest. Check out the "Map It Vilas County Trails App" to navigate all the trail systems for any sport - snowmobiling, ATVing, cross-country skiing, biking, and hiking.

THE AREA:
Porch in the Pines is located on Meta Lake between downtown Eagle River and Three Lakes. Officially recognized as the Snowmobile Capital of the World, Eagle River is a haven for winter sports enthusiasts with a massive network of off-road trails to explore and recreation facilities galore. In the heart of Wisconsin's 28 Chain of Lakes region, endless ways exist to enjoy time out on the water. Packed with small-town charm, downtown Eagle River offers many shops and restaurants to explore close to home.

GOOD TO KNOW:
There is a ramp to the front door and the walk to the lake is level.

BOOKING REQUIREMENTS:
Summer 2026: Booking 7 Night Stays (Friday to Friday) in the Summer
Shorter stays and flexible check-in and check-out days permitted for the rest of the year.

ABOUT YOUR HOST:
At Vacation Rental Collective (VRC), we are a professional management company that takes pride in delivering a consistent, high-quality experience across all of our homes. The Vacation Rental Collective difference means that when you stay with us, you can always expect:
• Locally owned & operated service with a personal touch and insider knowledge of the area
• 24/7 guest communication if anything arises during your stay
• Lightning-fast response times whenever you need assistance
• Professionally cleaned and maintained properties for comfort and peace of mind
• Inspected before each arrival to ensure every detail is guest-ready

Vilas County TRH permit: T132-24
Vilas County Health permit: ASPR-CFNJML

CANCELLATION POLICY:
At Vacation Rental Collective, we understand the importance of flexibility for travelers when it comes to cancellations. Travelers are subject to the cancellation policy applicable to the specific booking platform on which they made their reservation. Guests are encouraged to review the cancellation terms and conditions provided by the booking platform at the time of booking and familiarize themselves with the specific terms and conditions applicable to their reservation.

Vacation Rental Collective has the perfect Northern Wisconsin Vacation Rental, Northwoods Cabin, Northern Wisconsin AirBnB, or Northwoods Wisconsin VRBO for your group! Whether you're snowmobiling, fishing, boating, ATVing, or hiking, VRC has your perfect lodging accommodations.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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
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

Eagle River

Located in Eagle River, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Catfish Lake and Cranberry Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Eagle Falls Adventure Golf & Laser Tag and Elmer's Fun Park. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
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Eagle River, WI

What's nearby

  • Catfish Lake - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cranberry Lake - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Amsoil Eagle River Derby Track - 17 min drive - 11.6 km
  • World Snowmobile Headquarters - 17 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Ski Brule - 58 min drive - 73.4 km

Getting around

  • Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Trigs Eagle River - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Andy's Pontoon Saloon - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Porch in the Pines | Lakefront home w/ AC! Sandy Beach, Dock, Dogs OK pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Porch in the Pines | Lakefront home w/ AC! Sandy Beach, Dock, Dogs OK?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Porch in the Pines | Lakefront home w/ AC! Sandy Beach, Dock, Dogs OK?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Porch in the Pines | Lakefront home w/ AC! Sandy Beach, Dock, Dogs OK?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Porch in the Pines | Lakefront home w/ AC! Sandy Beach, Dock, Dogs OK located?

This family-friendly Eagle River holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Catfish Lake and Cranberry Lake. Eagle Falls Adventure Golf & Laser Tag and Nicolet National Forest are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kyle W.

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

Great location

Great fishing, great swimming, well stocked. Would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark V.

Wisconsin's Lakeside Serenity

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Walking into the cabin felt so inviting. This was our second year there. We enjoyed making family memories sitting around a campfire by the lake. Being out on the lake in the kayaks and paddle boat was so enjoyable. The sunrises over the lake were breathtaking. We got up early everyday so we wouldn't miss them.

10/10 Excellent

Casey P.

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

Beauty in the Northwoods

Took a short trip with my mom and her pup to this wonderful location. The wildlife viewing opportunity in early summer is amazing from the dock. Every morining we woke up to the birds singing and fresh air.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila B.

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

Great family get away!

Our family enjoyed the space, the view, and the local attractions!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trizel W.

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

We walked in to the ambiance of the cleanness and true north woods feel. The spectacular view the of

Great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay W.

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

Great stay

The property is beautiful and the house had everything we needed for our stay. It is well cared for and was very clean. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Cameron ..

Wonderful stay. Beautiful location. Very clean and spacious.

Wonderful stay. Beautiful location. Very clean and spacious.
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10/10 Excellent

Chad B.

Great setting

Clean, comfortable, good location.

10/10 Excellent

Erin N.

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

Great Thanksgiving /Birthday Weekend

Perfect place, perfect location, perfect weekend getaway.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Jen O.

Amazing Family Vacay!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had the BEST time at Porch in the Pines! The house had everything I needed which made it so easy traveling with a young toddler. We loved our location and how it was to get to town. Having a zero depth entry to the lake was also an amazing. We highly recommend Porch in the Pines to anyone looking to explore Eagle River!
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8/10 Good

Gary H.

Repeating Visitor

Sand beach is great for little kids Kitchen is well supplied with variety of cooking options Fire pit is nice ambiance/ very nice pier
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Brain K.

Exceeded expectations, we had a great time.

Exceeded expectations, we had a great time.
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10/10 Excellent

Cynthia P.

Thumbs up on Porch in the Pines

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Porch in the Pines was everything as described on the site--a pretty lake view from the wrap around deck, a nice sandy beach with gradual sandy entry into the water, a sturdy dock, firepit and swimming platform. The house was spotless, and amenities were all there, both for inside comfort and for outdoor play. Kids caught panfish from the dock and saw all sorts of wildlife during the week. Easy drive to Three Lakes and Eagle River. Shane, the manager, was available for any questions during the week. Toad in the Hole for breakfast in Eagle River was great as was Sorge Daybreak Diner in 3 Lakes.
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10/10 Excellent

CHAD B.

Porch in the Pines for the win

Beautiful cabin, great layout, spotlessly clean!
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10/10 Excellent

Monica N.

We had 9 adults and we had plenty of space and the place is beautiful with a great view of the la...

We had 9 adults and we had plenty of space and the place is beautiful with a great view of the lake through tall pines.

10/10 Excellent

Michelle G.

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

Relaxing

We had a great time. House was beautiful, nice sandy beach area, loved watching the loons.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

spencer f.

Great Spot

Highly recommend this house. My wife and I stayed there recently for a wedding. Beautiful views and very cozy. Close to town.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sherry O.

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

Women’s pool team

This place gave us ladies a beautiful place to stay! Great location and beautiful view. It was clean and met all of our needs. Fit all 7 of us comfortably.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer N.

Our family and another family stayed for a long weekend. It was the perfect spot! Our kids loved ...

Our family and another family stayed for a long weekend. It was the perfect spot! Our kids loved the sandy frontage and all of the boats available on the property! We would love to come back soon!
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10/10 Excellent

Dianne D.

Porch in the Pines, Eagle River, WI

The setting of the Northwoods, the private beach, beach campfire, numerous water craft, cozy decor of the house.

10/10 Excellent

Ania S.

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

Wonderful experience!

Wonderful experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alison M.

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

5 star experience all around

We had the best stay at Porch in the Pines. The cabin was super clean, equipped with everything we could ever need, the furniture was very comfortable, the lake view was gorgeous, location was great. 5 stars all around. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

Deborah B.

PIP

Very peaceful, relaxing home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Tranquil beauty

Beautiful and quiet setting. Clean, loved it!! Would definitely come again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nora P.

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

Wonderful Weekend

We had an awesome weekend. The cabin is nice and very clean and the fishing was excellent. We definitely will be coming back next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

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