Fully furnished log home in one of northern Wisconsin's last wilderness areas

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A wooden deck with wicker furniture, a glass table, and a view of a forested area.
A cozy cabin interior with a large window overlooking a forest and a lake. There are two grey sofas with cushions, a small table with a lamp, and a decorative vase.
A cozy log cabin bedroom with a stone fireplace, wooden beams, and a view of the outdoors.
A log cabin with a stone foundation, a front porch, and a landscaped garden with various plants and a stone pathway.
A cozy log cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a television mounted on the wall.

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Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Mercer, WI
  • Place, Gogebic County Forest
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, North Turtle Lake
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Presque Isle Lake
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ironwood, MI (IWD-Gogebic County)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

+1
1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed, 1 Double Futon and 2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Fully furnished log home in one of northern Wisconsin's last wilderness areas

I warmly welcome you to my home located in the midst of Northern Wisconsin's last remote wilderness area. This home is centrally located between Manitowish Waters, WI, Mercer, WI, Hurley, WI, and Wakefield, MI. My home is a 6700 sq. ft. custom built log home from lodge pole pines from western British Columbia.

The location is on a tranquil crystal clear lake and is within a scenic 20-minute drive to all the major ski hills in the Hurley/Ironwood/Wakefield area, have direct access to hundreds of miles of snowmobile/ATV trails, and near many breathtaking waterfalls (APRIL AND MAY ARE THE BEST WATERFALL VIEWING TIMES). I’m excited for you to enjoy your stay at this special place. As for things to do, the list is endless.

This home is designed for a relaxing retreat, a couples getaway, fun with friends, family gatherings, special events, or for recreation such as fishing, kayaking, canoeing, road biking, mountain biking, fat tire biking, hiking, downhill skiing, world class cross-country skiing (skate and classic), snowshoeing, ATVing, snowmobiling, and waterfall hunting. It is within minutes to miles of groomed world class cross-country trails, walking trails, bike trails (connecting to neighboring towns/cities), and fabulous 5 star fine restaurants.

HOUSE DESCRIPTION:
- 6,700 sq. ft. finished
- Remote/quiet setting on a crystal clear motorized lake w/musky, largemouth bass, and panfish (boat landing on the lake)
-1st master bedroom on main level (queen bed, view to lake, gas fireplace, full bathroom w/Kohler steam shower, and walk-in closet)
- 2nd master bedroom on upper level (queen bed, view to lake, gas ignited wood fireplace, full bathroom w/Kohler whirlpool tub/shower, and walk-in closet)
- 3rd master bedroom on upper level (queen bed, view to lake, full bathroom w/private hallway to bathroom, and full closet)
- 4th bedroom (queen bed/loft above one of the upper level bedrooms)
- Towels, hand towels, washcloths, toilet paper & hand soap supplied; some beach towels provided
- Main level living room (view to lake, gas ignited wood fireplace, and Firestick access for streaming channels)
- Firewood supplied
- Gourmet kitchen w/dining area: Viking stove w/a VentAHood and warming shelf, 2nd KitchenAid double wall oven/microwave, SubZero refrigerator with ice maker, KitchenAid dishwasher, Keurig, traditional coffee maker, KitchenAid traditional coffee maker, French press (starter coffee supplied), KitchenAid standing mixer with attachments, 4 slice toaster, stock pots, griddle, cast iron pots and pans, baking sheets, muffin tin, pizza stone, lasagne pan, mixing bowls, measuring cups, serving platters, blender, crock pot, egg steamer, large selection of knives & utensils (kitchen fully stocked w/use of all cookware/dishes/glasses/wine glasses, spices/baking/cooking items, dishwasher detergent, dish soap, hand towels, kitchen cloths, paper towels, napkins, paper plates, plastic wrap & foil)
-High chair and Pack 'N Play
- Indoor 2nd dining room on main level (w/wet bar, built in gas grill w/a VentAHood, beverage center & Fire TV Stick for Streaming)
-Free internet and landline phone
-Record player with Bluetooth/speakers
- Laundry room on main level w/brand new washer and dryer (laundry soap & dryer sheets supplied)
- Furnished fitness room in lower level (NordicTrack ski machine, elliptical machine, free weights, circuit weight machine & yoga/ballet barre w/wall mirror)
-Tournament quality ping pong table
- Extra beds and sitting area w/dining table in lower level (1 queen, 1 full, 2 twins & 1 futon)
- Upper level library/sitting area (w/view to lake)
- Upper level great room with view to lake and DVD player
- Attached 2 car garage and available detached 2 car garage
- ½ bath off kitchen
- Standby 20Kw Kohler generator (you will never be without power)
- Outdoor fire pit with grill (firewood supplied)
- Gas grill (propane supplied)
- Gas fire table (propane supplied)
- Deck seating for 14 people
- Spacious dock w/ladder to lake and several chairs for seating
- Boat dock
- Boat launch/landing on lake (unimproved but spacious to launch most boats)
- Lakeside storage shed
- Various fishing rods and tackle for beginners
- Crystal clear lake with sandy shoreline access; great for wading
- Reservations include use of our kayaks, canoes, paddle boards, lily pad/floating raft, life jackets, beach towels, etc.
-23' pontoon available for rent dockside-life jackets and fuel included (inquire with owner)

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children are welcome but MUST be supervised.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Responsible events only w/max # guests under 15qty
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Must be well behaved dogs ($300 per dog per week)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outside; guests must remove litter

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4177233
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: 15
Note from host: Responsible events only w/max # guests under 15qty
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Mercer

Located in Mercer, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. North Lakeland Discovery Center is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Gogebic County Forest and Frog Lake And Pines State Natural Area. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and snowmobiling.
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Mercer, WI

What's nearby

  • Gogebic County Forest - 11 min drive - 5.9 km
  • North Turtle Lake - 19 min drive - 17.1 km
  • South Turtle Lake - 21 min drive - 19.5 km
  • Presque Isle Lake - 25 min drive - 27.2 km
  • North Lakeland Discovery Center - 29 min drive - 34.3 km

Getting around

  • Ironwood, MI (IWD-Gogebic County) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Island View - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪The FLI - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Island View Lodge - ‬35 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fully furnished log home in one of northern Wisconsin's last wilderness areas pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Fully furnished log home in one of northern Wisconsin's last wilderness areas?

As of 19 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fully furnished log home in one of northern Wisconsin's last wilderness areas on 22 October 2026 start from NZ$6,180, 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 Fully furnished log home in one of northern Wisconsin's last wilderness areas?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Fully furnished log home in one of northern Wisconsin's last wilderness areas?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fully furnished log home in one of northern Wisconsin's last wilderness areas?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fully furnished log home in one of northern Wisconsin's last wilderness areas located?

This family-friendly Mercer holiday home is located on the waterfront, 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Gogebic County Forest, and within 9 mi (15 km) of George Lake and Ottawa National Forest. Rainbow Lake and Carow Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

About the host

Hosted by Tammy Waterhouse

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Owner Tammy Waterhouse lives in Chetek, WI. Tammy and her late husband spent many summers at their home in Kodiak, Alaska fishing halibut and salmon and hunting moose and sheep in British Columbia, Canada. Tammy is a business owner, special education teacher and a private pilot. Both Tammy and her husband loved spending as much time as they could in northern Wisconsin relaxing by the lake, hiking, hunting for waterfalls, and fishing.

For more photos and information visit our website: lastwildernessretreat.com

Why they chose this property

Tammy and Gary were inspired to purchase this property as it is located in such a pristine untouched part of Northern Wisconsin. Tammy's late father, Rollie Bessett, founder and former owner of Rollie and Helen's Musky Shop in Minocqua, WI spent many years in this area near the Gile Flowage where he retired. Iron County is an outdoor lovers paradise. We are excited to share the Northwoods experience with you from our home.

What makes this property unique

This is the log home up north everyone dreams of!!! This fully furnished home can be used as a place to relax, a romantic getaway, family gatherings, a place for friends to get together, special events, or for recreations such as viewing breathtaking waterfalls, fishing trips, kayaking, biking, hiking, downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, ATVing, and snowmobiling. The lodge is in the heart of Iron County snow country where guests can access 500 miles of snowmobile trails (250 miles of ATV trails) leaving right from the driveway. The upper two levels of the home have breathtaking views of a beautiful clear pristine lake. Enjoy the scenery and wildlife with a cup of coffee on the large deck or snuggled in front of one of three fireplaces. This is a very private tranquil setting, a place where you can get away from the hectic everyday life and truly relax and enjoy life's simple pleasures. Guests will want to come back to experience what each season has to offer up here. It's an amazing place!!!

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