Lakefront Northwoods Retreat for Swimming, Fishing & Relaxing at The Bird House!

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Property grounds
A two-story house with a dock leading to a small pond.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a 'HOME' sign on the wall, and a view of the adjacent room.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a blue Adirondack chair.
A living room with a grey sofa, two side tables with lamps, a wooden coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Garage parking available
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Birchwood, WI
  • Place, Lake Chetac
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lac Courte Oreilles
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Round Lake
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

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About the area

Birchwood

Located in Birchwood, this holiday home is on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Benson Creek State Wildlife Management Area and Hauer Springs State Wildlife Management Area can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Tagalong Golf & Resort.
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Map
Birchwood, WI

What's nearby

  • Lake Chetac - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Lac Courte Oreilles - 18 min drive - 24.3 km
  • Round Lake - 39 min drive - 55.2 km
  • Nelson Lake - 40 min drive - 57.6 km
  • Lake Chetek - 47 min drive - 82.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Mary's Bluegill Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪BP - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sportsmans Lodge - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Den Tap House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Birchwood Cafe - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Northwoods Retreat for Swimming, Fishing & Relaxing at The Bird House! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakefront Northwoods Retreat for Swimming, Fishing & Relaxing at The Bird House!?

As of 31 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakefront Northwoods Retreat for Swimming, Fishing & Relaxing at The Bird House! on 12 October 2027 start from NZ$2,579, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Lakefront Northwoods Retreat for Swimming, Fishing & Relaxing at The Bird House!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Northwoods Retreat for Swimming, Fishing & Relaxing at The Bird House!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Northwoods Retreat for Swimming, Fishing & Relaxing at The Bird House!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Northwoods Retreat for Swimming, Fishing & Relaxing at The Bird House! located?

This family-friendly Birchwood holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Chetac and Benson Creek State Wildlife Management Area. Little Sissbagama Lake and Birch Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was exceptionally clean and had everything we needed. Plenty of dishware sets and seating for all. Erica was great to work with and responsive with emails. Diffenantly would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Every room clean. Had everything we wanted for a family vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

House is very clean, kitchen has everything you need and nice view of lake. We had a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great! Everything was very clean and the beds were really comfortable. The basement was the perfect space for the kids to run around.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Stay

We had a great time this weekend. The cabin was excellent, very clean and inviting. The view was spectacular. The kids (and grown-ups) had fun fishing, tubing and playing ping pong. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2024
Thank you Angie! The view is my favorite part :) I am so happy your group enjoyed your stay and had lots of fun! Thank you for choosing us and please keep us in mind for your next trip! Erica
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great Location

Great location on the lake just outside Birchwood. East 25-30 min drive to Hayward, Rice Lake, and other locations.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2024
Thank you for staying at the Bird House and we are glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful multi generational family vacation at the Birdhouse. The home was exceptionally clean and well laid out. The kitchen was stocked better than any VRBO kitchen I have stayed in. We had everything we needed. The front and side yard had room for little one to run and play and the walk to the water was not too difficult for us elders.We rented a pontoon and got in some fishing and kayaking. It was a lovely time. Hayward was a fun town to shop and eat.Erica was very easy to communicate with and replied very quickly to any questions we had. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake stay

Our two families enjoyed are few days in the home. Fit 10 easily, w/plenty of room for all. Kitchen set up worked well for eating with larger group. Location was great if we needed/wanted to run to town. Was able to rent boat nearby and jet ski in town. Everyone enjoyed their time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 August 2024
Thank you Chad! I am so glad your family/friends had a good time as well! Thank you for staying at The Bird House :) Erica
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a perfect setup for what we needed. Erica was very accommodating and has a great eye for decor. She was able to address ALL cabin necessities. Loved that she had so many game options for little and big including croquet and ping pong. We will definitely try to make it back again next year!
Full moon off the deck
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2025
Thank you Sheila! We really enjoyed hosting your group and can't wait for you to come back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Make a little Birdhouse in your soul.

Our birdhouse stay was wonderful. The house fit 10 people perfectly. Our group was very comfortable in all of the beds. Teenagers, and young adults especially enjoyed the ping-pong table. I would highly recommend this rental for anybody looking for rest and relaxation on a lake. The host was very easy to connect with and knowledgeable about the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2025
Thank you Elizabeth for your wonderful review! We are so happy you enjoyed your stay and please think of us for your next visit to the Northwoods!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nature galore

We loved staying at the Bird house. We saw many bald eagles, otters, and ducks. Campfires every night. Plenty of room for all the people. The most well stocked kitchen with anything you could need. We rented a pontoon from a recommendation by Erica and couldn't have been happier. Would highly recommend if you like a perfect kitchen and excellent views of a great lake. Erica was always available too and so easy to communicate with before, during, and after our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I cannot say enough good things about Erica and this property! It was exactly as described, incredibly clean, and had absolutely EVERYTHING we needed (and didn’t know we needed). Erica was incredibly responsive and was an excellent host!It was myself, husband, our two boys (21 and 13) and my parents. There was plenty of room for everyone. We historically stayed at one of the lake resorts, but found we had outgrew the space. We all had a fantastic time and there was plenty of room for all to have our own space. I would highly recommend staying at this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome weekend getaway!

Our summer fishing group consists of 8 college friends who have been getting together for over 30 years. It’s not easy to find accommodations for that many guys, but The Bird House had more than enough room. Erica was very accommodating! The cabin is Tastefully decorated with a beautiful location and constant eagle fly overs made this stay as relaxing as it could be. The onsite fish house and separate garage freezer for fish just adds to the experience. Not to mention the kayaks that were available for daily use. Only draw back is the dock can only handle 2 boats comfortably, but with a little ingenuity we made it work for three. This is our second stay and will definitely be back! Thanks Erica!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 August 2024
Thank you Brian! I am so glad you and your group enjoyed your stay! Please see us again for your next visit :) Erica
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Three couples out fishing

Erika was excellent at communication and her home is very clean and well kept. We had everything we needed. The king size beds were very comfortable. Fans were provided and extra bedding for warmth if needed. (we had a chilly weekend so that was needed for us) The view off the deck is so pretty. We saw loons and eagles. We caught many fish. (brought our own boat) We used the fire pit. We did not utilize the lower level much, except the bathroom but I can see if you had kids how it would be a great place for them to hang out. We used the grill as well and that worked out great!! We would come back for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2025
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay Sherry! The loons are certainly out lately singing their songs :) Thank you for choosing us for your stay and we would love to host your group again anytime! Erica
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property! Fish house & freezer were ideal, our family had a wonderful stay! Kitchen equipped with everything you could need and more. Bedrooms are big, beds are comfy! House is clean and location is good! Plenty of furniture for a large group to be together & view of the lake is perfect! Host is very responsive and accommodating!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
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