Big Chip Lodge. Awesome view. Dock 50' away. Authentic Historical Wisconsin.

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Pontoon and docks in sight of the Lodge. Rent the pontoon. Bait for sale too.
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Your boat, swimming and fishing in plain sight. Electricity to the docks.
Million dollar view from the Lodge. Few places can match this. Sunrise/sunsets!
Incredible sunrises in Nature's Garden

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
NZ$364
avg per night

Explore the area

Map
Hayward, WI
  • Callahan Lake
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Round Lake
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Lake Chippewa
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Murphy Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Double Futons, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

Room

  • 232 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 12
  • 1 Double Murphy Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 3 Double Beds, 4 Single Beds and 2 Double Futons
Price is NZ$364 avg per night,

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About the area

Hayward

Located in Hayward, this lodge is in the city centre and on the beach. Barker Lake Golf Course and Wildwood Marshes Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Chequamegon National Forest and Ojibwa State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Callahan Lake - 21 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Round Lake - 31 min drive - 23.5 km
  • Lake Chippewa - 33 min drive - 21.7 km
  • Teal Lake - 35 min drive - 29.9 km
  • Lost Land Lake - 39 min drive - 31.7 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 140 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Landing - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Shady Nook Resort - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪Deerfoot Lodge - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Rusty Hook Saloon and Smokehouse - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Robin's Nest Cafe - ‬18 min drive

About this property

Big Chip Lodge. Awesome view. Dock 50' away. Authentic Historical Wisconsin.

This is PRIME waterfront! 9068 W Moores Bay Trail, Hayward WI 54843. The best view. 50 feet from your boat.. You won't find authentic Northwoods charm and history like this ANYWHERE! RELAX! Historical photos inlaid in the bar are incredible. Canoe, kayak, ski, tube, swim, fish. Bring the dog. Several nearby cabins to rent if you have a larger group. Send me a message for contact info. Take the kids to an island sand bar for cookouts and swimming. Rent the pontoon or fishing boat. Do a resort bar to resort bar evening cruise on this huge lake. Ask Gary about guiding and lake tours. Right on miles of ATV and snowmobile trails. Within walking distance of resort bars and restaurants. Skillys Big Chip Lodge is the size of two cabins, sleeps 14 and right on the lake. Incredible view plus your own bar. WIFI & TV. New air upstairs and down as of June 2020! Get your bait at our bait shed. Crawlers, crappie, walleye minnows and leeches. Curtain room divider for downstairs bedroom. Saturday to Saturday reservations only May 20 to Aug 19 2022. Pontoon and Fishing Boat Rentals 2021 22’ Misty Harbor Pontoon w/115 hp Yamaha
Fishing and Cruising Setup 21 ft SeaArk Jon Boat Fishing Boat with 140 hp Suzuki Fishing with Single Console, Trolling Motor and Helix 9 . We now make the beds as of 2024. There are 2 queen beds, 2 full size beds and 4 single beds. There are also 2 cots and 2 couches. Also bring bath towels, paper towels and toilet paper. Bring some lawn chairs for campfires and deck. Charcoal & lighter fluid for the Weber Kettle. Thanks! On Moore’s Bay of the Chippewa Flowage(Home of the World Record Musky). Check out the incredible Fall rates. Musky and crappie go wild in Moore's Bay, Nature's Garden! Waves lap the shore while the smell of brats fills the air. Cook out on the huge deck and chill with a cool drink or local Leinenkugel beer inside at an “old days” photo filled 15 seat bar with stereo system overlooking Big Chip. Float around and just relax in the summer. Plenty of space for guests with 2 half baths downstairs and one full bath with shower tub upstairs. Have meals at the bar looking out over the legendary wilderness lake Chippewa Flowage. Million dollar view of Chippewa Flowage(Home of the World Record Musky) from what used to be a bar! Moore's Bay fills with nice crappie in the Fall. Trophy musky, walleye, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, northern, perch and bluegill abound. Nice fish cleaning house on the property. See the 50 inch musky (replica) I caught off the dock in the Fall 4 years ago. Deer and grouse hunt across the bay in the Chequemagon National Forest. Groups can musky fish and deer hunt in the Fall. Enter Hayward Lakes Muskies Inc. Tournament the first weekend in October. Moore's Bay fills with crappie in the Fall. Photo filled bar overlooks huge Big Chip and the private dock. 3 knotty pine bedrooms upstairs and open room with bed and couches downstairs sleeps up to 14. Check out the walk thru video. Satellite 50" TV with MLB. Huge kitchen with 2 refrigerators and a full size freezer. Catch fish off the dock. Float around on a warm summer day. Relax with a beverage under millions of stars by a lakeview campfire with your friends. Smell that food grilling out on the huge deck. You can't get any more comfy and laid back than this. Come on out to the country. Book NOW to get your dates reserved!

Property manager

Gary W Skillestad Sr Owner/Manager
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 9:00 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 3 total)
Please keep leashed when outdoors. Thanks.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please smoke outside only and clean up butts.
A 25% deposit is required plus VRBO fee within 7 days by credit card to reserve the listing.
The remaining balance is due 15 days before your arrival date.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Chip Lodge. Awesome view. Dock 50' away. Authentic Historical Wisconsin. pet-friendly?

Yes, this lodge allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Big Chip Lodge. Awesome view. Dock 50' away. Authentic Historical Wisconsin.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Chip Lodge. Awesome view. Dock 50' away. Authentic Historical Wisconsin.?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Big Chip Lodge. Awesome view. Dock 50' away. Authentic Historical Wisconsin. located?

Located in Hayward, this beachfront lodge is in the city centre and within 9 mi (15 km) of Chequamegon National Forest, Little Cranberry Lake and Two Axe Lake. Callahan Lake and Barker Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Big Chip Lodge. Awesome view. Dock 50' away. Authentic Historical Wisconsin. Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 118 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Darren D.

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

Great location and unique lodge

The lodge is in a great location and is a great option for large groups. The bar has a wonderful view and fishing is great right off the dock.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

christine s.

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

Family Polar Picnic

Was a prefect location to do some outdoor adventures. Easy access to the lake for some ice fishing fun. Plenty of parking for family to come and go while visiting.Enough run for the group without running into each other.Enjoyed the stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pierre G.

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

Flowage trip

Perfect property, perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Heather P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Timmy Memorial Ice Fishing Tournament

The property could definitely use updates and some deep cleaning. Lady bugs (the biting ones) were a big problem!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg T.

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

Great Stay

Great stay at Big Chip
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Max C.

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

Great place for a guys weekend

It's an old resort lodge. You know what you're getting into. I mean, there's a bar in the place. It's a ton of fun. Just book it already.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ethan H.

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

Great location and unique property

Second stay here. Great location and cool old bar on the lake. Highly recommend for big groups.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phillip G.

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

Great Times

The property was great and had no issues!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff L.

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

We had a great time

2nd year renting. Nice new patio door, great deck, excellent fire pit and the fishing was really good, we already have it rented for next year
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

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

Rustic North Woods historic cabin

Just stayed at the Big Chip escape. Pictures don't do justice to the unique and nostalgic cabin with the best view of the lake of any cabin on the Chip. Gary was hospitable and available whenever we had a question. The cabin itself is a unique North Woods experience with all of the features that a group from 5-14 would need.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

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

The bar was perfect

Overall experience was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua G.

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

Great place on a wonderful lake

Building is old but it had everything we needed for cooking, fishing, tubing, and relaxing. Access to the bar was a hit with the kids. Owner was easy to work with and a great host.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Chris T.

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

Skilly Big Chip Lodge

Good place for a family vacation, great old lodge, the bar area is just like stepping back to the 70s or 80s in an old Northwoods lakeside bar, and it's yours for the week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Josh F.

Great Cabin For A Guys Get Away!!

Perfect place for a guys get away!! Gary was super friendly and very helpfull. Cabin was clean and plenty of room.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2017

8/10 Good

Ron S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Great fishing destination

Great location on a great big body of water that provided great fishing (once getting really good tips from Gary and local bait store) Really good conveniences on site like piers, firewood live minnows, fish cleaning house! The cabin is old school and very rustic. The bar is cool as is the deck. Gary the owner was extremely nice and friendly. All the fishing conveniences you could ask for! We will be back
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia Z.

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

Weekend getaway

We had a great time. The property was as described. The host was available when needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wade N.

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

Loation

Great place for group of fisherman to gather and have a great time with a great location.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Ryan E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very quiet Very peaceful

Gary was a great host. Area was incredible. I highly recommend checking this place out in the fall. Place accommodated 14 adults with no issues!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryan D.

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

Great Time/Fishing Trip

Our group had a great stay, Views are incredible! Really enjoyed the bar space, common areas and all the amenities (wifi, cable tv, music). Being right on the water is great, no long walks to the dock. Huge deck to enjoy with beautiful views of the water. Would definitely book again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Donna B.

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

Great location and view!

Thoroughly enjoyed the property, view of the Flowage, access to the dock and awesome bar area. Lots of room for 7 guests too. Deck and lawn area was perfect for yard games. We saw a lot of wildlife including loons, deer, eagles, ducks and fishing was good.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Ice fishing

Rustic lodge with a nice view of Moore’s bay. Having your own bar is great, spent most of our time off the ice hangin at the bar.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An enjoyable stay lake front

Our families enjoyed our stay at Skilly's Lodge. The building is somewhat rustic and shows it's age but has much character with the bar and all the lake memorabilia around. During the rainy days our group of 11 easily stayed entertained in the large bar area. All the nice days and afternoons we were on the lake. Lake access is very convenient. Fisherman will love the live bait shack next to the dock and the rental pontoon was perfect for our large group. Thanks Skilly!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Alex I.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Good place for the boys

The location is beautiful, the owner is nice and helpful, and the lodge has a lot of neat stuff in it. But if you have folks that like things a bit less rustic and clean then this may not be for you. There were mouse droppings on the counters and in each cabinet and drawer in the kitchen. Luckily we brought paper plates and utensils.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron B.

Hayward fishing

Great place for the guys right on the lake. Gary the manager was friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence P., Lake Geneva, WI

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

Skilley's Big Chip Lodge

Easily handled 6 adults. Gary is very personable, Will definitely return!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020