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Tranquil Lakefront Retreat! Private Lake, Sandy Beach and Fire Pit!

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3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8139.4 sq m

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    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

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Sarona, WI
  • Lac Courte Oreilles
    30 min drive
  • Lake Chetac
    32 min drive
  • St. Croix Casino Turtle Lake
    49 min drive
  • Rice Lake, WI (RIE-Rice Lake Regional)
    29 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Tranquil Lakefront Retreat! Private Lake, Sandy Beach and Fire Pit!

Escape to the tranquil beauty of Sarona and stay at this 2-bedroom + loft, 2-bath vacation rental that can sleep up to 8 guests most comfortably. Can sleep 10, but 8 is ideal. Nestled amidst towering trees, this cabin offers a private deck with a gas grill, Smart TV's and a game room with an Air Hockey Table.

Make memories on private Ripley Lake, or simply relax by the water with your toes in the sand. Head out and explore Spooner or eat and drink at the popular Summers on Long, which is on Long Lake. With its serene location and convenient amenities, this cabin is the perfect year-round getaway for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike, with many ATV trails to visit. Only a 25-minute drive to Hayward!

This property has access to private Ripley Lake, with 2 kayaks, 2 pedal boats, 2 paddle boards, a Lilly Pad water mat, life jackets and an air pump included. You will need to provide your own floaties or lake tubes.

There is no public launch to this lake, although there is a private boat entry we can tell you about. However.... it is private to the owners, so it is a smaller 40-acre lake with a depth of 22 feet. It is not a full-rec lake though. Great fishing for LargeMouth Bass, Pike, Perch, Blue Gill and Crappies. Can fish right from the dock too!

This 3-story cabin has a loft with 3 beds upstairs. The main floor has 2 bedrooms, 1 main bath, kitchen, dining area and Living Room. The downstairs features another Living Room, additional area with entrance to the lake, a second full bathroom, a Game Room and Laundry Room.

Updates made from 2023 - 2024:
- Stairs from upper deck down to the lake
- Outdoor basement, stained concrete patio
- Outdoor wood ceiling put in above patio with outdoor string lights
- Stairs added to the side of the home, for easier outside access
- Finished basement
- All new engineered hardwood flooring
- New shower tub
- Central air and heat
- Fire pit (with firewood included)
- Quartz countertops
- Fireplace (electric)
- All new lighting and ceiling fans
- Dishwasher
- Shed for all lake gear


Primary Bedroom 1 - the "Bear" bedroom - 1 Queen Bed with En Suite, walk-in closet with hangers, a dresser and suitcase luggage rack.

Bedroom 2 - the "Moose" bedroom - 1 Queen Bed, large dresser, walk-in closet with hangers and a suitcase luggage rack.

Loft - This is the 3rd sleeping area - 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds (room screen dividers provided)

We have a keypad to provide sole access to the guest. A welcome email with the list of access instructions will be sent to you 72 hours before check-in.

The kitchen is fully stocked with stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher, toaster, Keurig Duo coffee maker with coffee, creamers and sugars, along with tea for the electric kettle, a crockpot, blender, griddle and more!

Dishes are stocked and provided for you to cook a family meal, as well as the gas grill on the upper deck. This opens up to the Living Room, with a couch/ottoman, a separate chair and two other seated ottomans.

A 60" Smart TV that is WIFI ready, and allows you to log into all of your favorite apps for streaming. Board games upstairs in the loft as well as puzzles for the whole family to enjoy.

Downstairs there is another Living Room, with a 50" Smart TV, a futon for additional sleeping if needed, and two Lazy Boy recliners to recline, lounge and fall asleep on in front of the relaxing fireplace! There is also another seating area, which is the entrance/exit to the patio, with access to the lake. We have two beach bags, beach towels, and a cooler for guests to use.

There is a Game Room with an Air Hockey table. The Laundry Room is off of the Game Room, with full access to the washer and dryer. Detergent and dryer sheets are available to use.

There is a private, upper deck with conversation seating, an outdoor dining table, an offset cantilever umbrella for some shade and a gas grill. There is also a lower private patio with more conversation seating, with a wood ceiling and string lights to enjoy.

There is a firepit to cozy up around and available firewood to use, no charge. Lots of frogs jumping through the yard, and on occasion deer will visit to snack on the salt lick and corn we leave out.

Long Lake is only 5 minutes down the road!

Spooner is a city in Washburn County and is very quaint. Walnut Street is filled with lots of stores and bars/food with Round Man Brewing Company, Dock Coffee Shop, Spooner General Store, the bakery and more! Spooner also has other restaurants to enjoy as well in the area. Please see the Spooner's Chamber of Commerce website for more information. https://spoonerchamber.org/

Spooner has amazing railroad train rides for everyone through the WI Great Northern Railroad. Enjoy the sites and seasonal colors! https://www.washburncounty.org - search the site for "train". Or go to the calendar of events.

1. Family Pizza Train (runs May through October - please check site for different days)
2. Elegant Dinner Train (runs May through December)
3. Holiday Wine Train (runs November through December)
4. Santa Pizza Train (runs November through December)
5. WI Wine & Cheese Train (runs June through October)

Search for all WashBurn County Calendar Events here, which include Birchwood, Long Lake, Minong, Shell Lake, Spooner and Stone Lake. https://www.washburncounty.org/events/

ATV/UTV rentals:
1. Wild River Sport & Marine - Located in Trego, WI
2. Trailhead Adventure - Located in Rice Lake, WI
3. On The Rzrs Edge - Located in Rice Lake, WI

Hayward is a city in Sawyer County, Wisconsin next to the Namekagon River. Hayward has a great deal of things to do with dining, shopping and activities. Please see the Hayward Chamber of Commerce site for more information. https://haywardareachamber.com/


HIT THE TRAILS: Nordic Woods Ski Trail, Ice Age Trail Bear Lake Trailhead, Ice Age Scenic Trail/Tuscobia Trail, Ice Age Trail - Grassy Lake Segment.

NOTE: There is a front entry camera, that views the driveway and garage. This only records video and high decibel levels when there is movement. This serves as a security camera to monitor the entrance and verify the number of guests for check-in. If you have more than the maximum # of guests, we will ask the additional persons to exit the premises. There is a second camera in the back exterior entrance that has a view outside of the lower porch out to the lake. This also records video when motion is detected for 10 seconds. The third exterior camera is more for seeing wildlife, which is on a tree near the salt-lick we have out for deer and other animals. It captures the hillside area, where the drain field is. This only captures images at the time of movement. All devices are on the exterior of the property.

USE OF PREMISES. It is understood and agreed by the Parties, that the Tenant shall use the demised premises for the purpose of vacationing only. House owner does not rent to vacationing students or singles under the age of twenty-eight (28), unless they are supervised at all times by an adult or guardian or parent. By renting this property, the Tenant agrees there will be no vacationing students or singles under the age of twenty-eight (28) in the premises, unless they are so supervised. Violation of such paragraph, would terminate the tenancy at the time of knowledge, forfeiting any and all security deposit and still require the Tenant to pay for the full term of the occupancy, without recourse.

MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY: It is hereby agreed and understood by all parties, that the maximum number of guests on-site is limited to the maximum occupancy listed in the description above. In the event a Tenant is determined that more than the max occupancy of guests are on-site, other than visiting for the day, this may be grounds for immediate eviction and all advance payments will be forfeited.

INDEMNIFICATION: It is hereby understood and agreed that the Property/Home Owners of the home shall not be liable for any and all damage or injury to, or of the Tenant, Tenant's family, guests, invitees, agents or employees or other persons entering the premises and Tenant hereby agrees to indemnify, defend and hold the Property/Home Owners harmless for any and all claims or assertions of any kind or nature as a result of injuries which may occur on the premises. This indemnification includes, but is not limited to, any damage or injury which may be incurred by Tenant, Tenant's family, guests, invitees, agents or employees or to any other person for damages or injuries which may arise from any contact, act, inaction, interaction from any and all animals, domestic or wild, which such damage or injury occurs on the premises.
This lodge features an arcade/game room.
  • Free WiFi
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • 12 minutes by car from Spooner Golf Club and 13 minutes from Railroad Memories Museum
This lodge offers its guests barbecue grills, an arcade/game room, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Sarona lodge is smoke free.

Property manager

Kyle and Erika

Languages

English

Property amenities

Activities

  • Beach access
  • Birdwatching
  • Casino
  • Cycling
  • Fishing
  • Golf
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Hunting
  • Ice skating
  • Kayaking
  • Motor-boating
  • Snowmobiling
  • Swimming
  • Wildlife and game walks
  • Winery tours

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

Check-out before 1:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Tranquil Lakefront Retreat! Private Lake, Sandy Beach and Fire Pit! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant Stay
The cabin is lovely, clean, and very orderly. (Do check that everything is in order and, if not, notify the proprietor.) We enjoyed all the amenities such as the lovely outdoor living spaces, the fire pit including firewood, various watercraft, a woodsy road behind the cabin for walks, and the generous check-out time (1:00 p.m. in our case). The cabin is conveniently close to Spooner (lots of shops/restaurants) and a lovely distillery just over a mile away. The one drawback for us was the county road that runs close to the cabin's lake which was noisy at times. The proprietor was helpful and responded quickly when contacted. Pleasant getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home, very clean
Beautiful home, we all enjoyed the accommodations. Had everything we needed. Good location. My only complaint would be the rule about no food or drinks on the furniture. Us adult ladies would like to drink a glass of wine sitting somewhere more comfortable than the dining table. But overall, I would definitely recommend to others and stay again myself!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing and comfortable!
We choose to stay here because the reviews have all been positive. In addition, it was located close to the Northern Wisconsin Veteran’s Cemetery and we were gathered to pay tribute to my dad. The location was perfect for what we needed and the house worked great. We loved the access to the lake, availability of paddle boards, kayaks, and paddle boats. In addition, the air hockey table provided a little cousin rivalry that won’t be forgotten. The outside deck space was comfortable and everything we needed was available. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake life
Great place to stay with family or friends. Private lake with own dock. Everything was thought of to make you feel right at home. Wish my family could have stayed longer! :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Terri E.

Liked: Cleanliness
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My husband and I have renting VBROs for 30 years, so we have a lot of experience with properties and their owners. We feel it is important to be honest in our reviews for future renters. Let me also state that there were two other couples with us and they share this opinion. The property is pristine. The outside deck was clean, the windows were clean and they even raked the beach before our arrival. The pictures do make the house look larger than it is. Well equipped. Everything you’d need for the kitchen. Kayaks, Paddleboats and floaties all clean and ready for use on the crystal clear lake. Beds very comfortable. We want to believe that the many texts and rules (4 pages!) are because the owners have had bad renters in the past, but instead of “relax and enjoy” we were on pins and needles feeling like we’d break the “rules”. "No barefeet outside." "Use this door to the lake." "Keep the straps on the garbage cans for bears." Another text that mentioned we should use the dish pan if we were going to be doing a lot of cooking. (this one made us truly wonder if we were being monitored). We do understand that in order to keep this lovely cabin in pristine condition you have to have rules, but as adults with impeccable reviews ourselves, we did not need to be micro-managed, like we were unable to read the rules in the first place or feel like we were being watched. I cannot imagine bringing children to this property, although I see that others successfully have.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mandi O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic home in a great location
This home was perfect for our family of four. The location was ideal. We headed into Spooner and were able to check out their farmer's market and stores. We spent another day in Shell lake at the beach. As for this home, it's incredibly clean and well taken care of. From kitchenware, beach toys, board games, welcome basket.. They've thought of everything and more to make the stay wonderful. We spent most of our time at the cabin playing board games and down by the lake. Erika was great with communication and promptly answered any questions we had.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marty B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing week at wonderful cabin
Our family enjoyed a wonderful week of relaxing at the cabin. With our older kids, the kayaks and SUPs were a hit, and my husband enjoyed catching lots of pan fish. When not on the water, we enjoyed the air hockey table and many board games (we brought our favorites). The Perlick Distillery down the road has a wonderful patio and delicious cocktails as well. We like to cook together, and the kitchen has all the basics we need. It was a great, relaxing week of family time. We all agreed we would love to return to this beautifully apportioned cabin.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation at the perfect place
We had 8 people stay here (4 adults, 4 kids) for a week. The amenities on site were great - we took full advantage of the air hockey table, all water toys and multiple outdoor seating areas. There are grocery stores nearby to get necessities for your stay, and Hayward & Spooner are close by for easy day trips. The lake is clean and quiet. The house is very clean and has great space for a larger size family. The loft was perfect for the kids and the basement was great for adults once the kids went to bed. The extra details (water toys, convenient hoses to wash off, stocked coffee and kitchen gadgets) made this such a great experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girlfriends weekend
The cabin was great! We had nice weather the first two days and enjoyed the kayaks, paddle boards and boats. It rained one day and we took advantage of the coziness of the cabin and played games and relaxed. The furnishings and beds were very comfortable, and the cabin was clean and well stocked. We are talking about going back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect, private getaway!
I can’t say enough about this cabin. It was absolutely stunning and worked perfect for my family with 2 young kids. It was on a very private road (little to no vehicles), nicely furnished and decorated, spotless, loft was perfect for my kids and had lots of puzzles/games provided, plenty of kitchen supplies, beautiful view of the lake, lots of wood provided for fire, tons of water toys and amazing yard for my kids. Communication was easy and she even sent us a few personal texts during our visit to make sure we had what we needed. Would definitely recommend and will be back. For families with kids, the water was shallow 1-4 feet at the end of the pier and was a gradual decline. Bottom wasn’t terrible but like most lakes, a little slimey :) but kids don’t seem to care! And the Maui mat was perfect for water play so they didn’t have to just jump on/off the dock. Air hockey in basement was also fun entertainment for them.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy M R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great hideaway
I rented this unit for family members, and I did not visit the site. These are their comments. They were very pleased with everything. I live in Shell Lake, and we had a family gathering for a celebration of life for my husband. I was very pleased to find a unit available so close with sleeping accommodations for that many people.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Chris P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birkie
Very nice home, clean. Easy check in process
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
The property was clean, organized, and well equipped. The water toys, dock, and fire pit gave us plenty of options. We only wished there was a DVD player for the poor weather days but not the end of the world.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and contemporary
Very nice home on a quiet lake. Everything you need to have a comfortable and fun stay. Property manager was quick to respond and very helpful. The air hockey table was a family favorite.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic Family Getaway!!!
Already looking forward to our next stay — this property had everything we needed *and more* for a relaxing weekend away in the picturesque Northwoods! The lodge was beautifully furnished & equipped with everything we needed for our stay, along with some little luxuries to make it feel like home (high-quality linens, towels, etc.) It rained the first day we were there, but entertainment certainly wasn’t lacking with the cozy atmosphere, games (board and air-hockey!), and smart-tv. The welcome guide had thoughtful suggestions on places to visit in nearby Spooner—we particularly enjoyed the Spooner General Store and adjoining coffee shop—the perfect place to get a warm drink and some Northwoods merch/souvenirs. When the sunshine came out, we enjoyed fishing from the pier, and sitting on the upper deck while grilling and eating our dinner. Our 9mo old daughter had plenty of space to move around freely, and I appreciated the kitchen was stocked with dishes for little ones! I grew up going “up north” with my family and Deer Path Lodge hit all those notes of nostalgia! It’s the kind-of-place with the kind-of-memories I want my daughter to have when she’s grown up. I cannot emphasize enough how family friendly this property is. If you want a peaceful, stress-free family vacation with plenty of on-site entertainment (did I mention all the water toys for summer?!) in the Northwoods, this is THE spot! Thanks for a lovely weekend Erika, Kyle, and Emma!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great alternative to usual ride weekend stays
Had all the basics and little extras for a well rounded family lake place. We had an ATV weekend with friends, comfortable stay and lacked nothing, just a tight parking fit with truck and trailer. Great proximity to roads, trails and all necessities. Also, I love air hockey!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely space in beautiful North Woods
We had a great, relaxing stay at this property. We really enjoyed the outdoor space, and our stay was enhanced by the private nature of the lake. We did some fishing, and then were able to relax inside with plenty of space for our family of five. We appreciated that the owner had beach towels available, and a cooler to use. The provided firesticks for S'mores make enjoying the fire pit really easy. Air conditioning was a must for us, as it was hot during our stay, and we appreciated how it made the space very comfortable. Loved the gift basket that welcomed us upon our arrival - it made it feel like we were truly staying in someone's home rather than just another VRBO. Sarona is a great spot - be sure to check out Perlick Distillery for amazing cocktails and food trucks (it's even kid friendly with a large space for yard games.) And for Friday night fish fry, head over to Butternut Golf Course for some lightly battered fish that is so so good. Thank you to our hosts for a lovely stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cabin up north
We were looking for a quiet weekend getaway for our family and this was a fantastic choice! The cabin was very clean, nicely updated, and really comfortable. Great layout, and fun details like the air hockey table and play area in the loft were a nice bonus. The kitchen was well-equipped, and it was nice having the dishwasher available. We used the lower porch more than the upper porch, but both had really nice views and nice outdoor furniture. Beds, couches, and recliners were all really comfortable, making for a cozy and relaxing stay. The SmartTVs and wifi all worked great, as well. We enjoyed a fire in the firepit, and roasted hot dogs and marshmallows. Most of all, our daughter had the time of her life catching over 20 frogs and toads of different varieties in the backyard. There were at least 3 different kinds of treefrogs, including Cope's Gray, as well as wood frogs, leopard frogs, and American toads! We caught lots of bluegills and sunnies, as well as some small bass. We saw a bunch of turtles, a group of ducks, and a great blue heron, as well! We visited in early September and had to watch for yellowjackets and falling acorns when down on the dock and the beach, but the kids played on the Lily Pad foam mat for HOURS at a time, and we took a couple of peddleboat rides around the small lake. The water was really nice and very clear! It was a very quick drive to Spooner and Shell Lake, which is nice, too. We love this area and really enjoyed this beautiful cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway!
This was a peaceful and beautiful location! The hosts did an excellent job, and so much thought put into the details! It was a pristine and beautiful house/cabin… So many things were like new! Only things we needed to grab from town were food/drinks/bait. Even the tapwater in the kitchen tasted great! We had so much fun, kayaking/pedal boating up and down the lake and lounging on the Lillypad! My kids loved the sleeping loft, frogs in the yard, all the water toys, air hockey table, and all the little “bear“ details. Kids can easily fish from the dock as there were so many fish! We found that the coves on the lake (which we could pedal boat from) had some bigger fish for big kids/adults to enjoy fishing! Loons came out later in the day, and were such a soothing sound on the water! We were also pleasantly surprised by the bug defense in the yard! Such a great retreat!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gloria H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent place to stay
We really enjoyed everything they had to offer, with the kayaks, the paddle board, the pedal boats and the water Lilly Pad. We liked that it was a quiet, private lake where we could fish without disturbances. The zero-entry sandy beach and clear water was definitely nice. Easier for the kiddos for sure, which made it easier for me. We saw some deer, and just had a relaxing time on the upper deck and lower patio too. Everything was clean, loved the cute loft area, and was nice to have some games and puzzles to do. Kids loved the Air Hockey Table! That was a hit. Thank you for having some coffee variety and tea as well. Spooner is a cute town, enjoyed the gift shop with so much stuff, and the coffee shop next door. Their breakfast sandwiches were soooo good! Great donuts at the bakery also. Can’t wait to come back in the winter to do some ice fishing! Might even need to do a Fall trip to see all of the change in tree colors.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023