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Serene Woodruff Cottage: Lakefront Access!

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
TV, books
2 bedrooms, free internet, bed sheets
Miscellaneous

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 474 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

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

Serene Woodruff Cottage: Lakefront Access!

Savor each moment at this cozy 2-bed, 1-bath vacation rental situated just steps from Hungry Lake. Immersed in a tranquil, rustic setting, this Woodruff cottage lets small families or groups of friends unwind and recharge with a sandy lake bed — ideal for swimming! When you’re not in the water, visit the World's Largest Penny, try your luck at the Lake of the Torches Resort Casino, and tour the Wildwood Wildlife Park Zoo & Safari. End the night with your favorite movie on one of 2 Smart TVs!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Free WiFi | Swimming Access | 2 Mi to Restaurants & Shops

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Full Bed

OUTDOOR LIVING: Private yard, outdoor dining area, bench swing, lake views/access
INDOOR LIVING: 2 Smart TVs, board games, books, sunroom, dining tables
KITCHEN: Stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, toaster oven, cooking basics, dishware/flatware
GENERAL: A/C units, electric heating, ceiling fans, linens/towels, hangers
FAQ: Stairs required to enter, single-story home, the fireplace is decorative only, pet fee (paid pre-trip)
PARKING: Garage (1 vehicle), driveway (2 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE: Hungry Lake (on-site), Big Arbor Vitae Lake (4 miles), Northwoods Zip Line Adventure Tours (5 miles), Minocqua Winter Park (14 miles), Northern Highland–American Legion State Forest (19 miles)
LOCAL FUN: Dr. Kate Museum (1 mile), World's Largest Penny (1 mile), Minocqua Museum (3 miles), Min-Aqua Bats (3 miles), Wildwood Wildlife Park Zoo & Safari (4 miles), Lake of the Torches Resort Casino (11 miles), The Hodag (26 miles)
NEARBY CITIES: Minocqua (3 miles), Arbor Vitae (4 miles), Lac du Flambeau (12 miles), St. Germain (13 miles)
AIRPORT: Central Wisconsin Airport (83 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $110 fee (+ fees & taxes, max 2 pets)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This property requires steps to enter

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Toaster oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Yard
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Casino nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 800 sq ft (74 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

482665

About the neighborhood

Map
Woodruff, Wisconsin

What's nearby

  • Northwoods Wildlife Center - 6 min drive
  • Bearskin State Trail - 8 min drive
  • Campanile Center for the Arts - 8 min drive
  • Minocqua Park Complex - 8 min drive
  • Minocqua Winter Park and Nordic Center - 34 min drive

Getting around

  • Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Nacho's Mexican Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serene Woodruff Cottage: Lakefront Access! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Serene Woodruff Cottage: Lakefront Access!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serene Woodruff Cottage: Lakefront Access!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Serene Woodruff Cottage: Lakefront Access! located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Dr. Kate Museum and within 3 mi (5 km) of Island City Antique Market and Wildwood Wildlife Park and Nature Center. Lakeland Area Dog Park and Torpy Park Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Serene Woodruff Cottage: Lakefront Access! Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Zach H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Dan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing trip
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

colleen b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake house
Overall it was a good place to stay . . A few things that could use some attention . . It’s the smell that hit first . . Very musty and stale . . Very old furniture and the bedding could be updated . . Plus side . . It was quiet and peaceful and loved being right on the lake . . Also it is located centrally for shopping and restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jeffrey B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Jeff
Enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Teresa M.

Not a impressed.
The csbon
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

john g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend escape
This was a much needed break. Although it was quick it was exactly what we needed. The house is perfect for going and exploring the area and outdoors. If you are going to sit inside of the house and be pampered this is not the house for you but then again you probably aren't looking for that if you are here. Fishing off the dock provided small baitfish in an abundance unfortunately nothing more than that but wife and kids had a blast. Lots of deer especially in the morning. Overall great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

LuAnn K.

Our stay in September
We had a good time during our stay. Weather was great but too early to see any fall colors. Enjoyed the campfires roasting hot dogs and marshmallows. We are crafters and worked well into the morning.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Traci E., Duluth, Mn USA

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect nostalgia trip for oldsters having a memorial service.
The weather was perfect and the space just right for our lunch after the service. The host was prompt and helpful when we had questions, the beds (mostly) comfy, and the decor charming. My family lived both on Gross Rd and over on Farming Rd and fished Hungry Lake often in the 30s, 40,s and 50,s. Saying good bye to my parents in this setting was just what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob B., Wisconsin Dells, WI

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and quiet.
This home is a great getaway. We sat outside for hours, watching the deer, eagles, and otters. The opposite shoreline is all undeveloped, it really felt like we were the only ones on the lake for most our stay. Great location for everything we like to do in the northwoods!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
Great property. Amazing view and water access. Lots of room to hang out with family
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sarisfied
Would return
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ron B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
Loved the quiet and serene location. The cabin could use some TLC in general. There were also a couple of broken items which should have been taken care of prior to rental (toilet seat came off and my husband had to hunt for a screw driver to screw it back in; the blinds in bedroom were broken and laying in the closet so there was no covering on the window).
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Joanne C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location & View
While the location and view is great, the cabin could use a little TLC. If you stay here, bring your own toilet paper and hair dryer. Also, there were missing lightbulbs. I sent an email to the guest contact but never heard anything back. While none of this is really a big deal, we expected a bit more for the price we paid.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Katherine C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Spot to Escape for a few days
The place was tidy, the little beach area was perfect for my daughter to swim and play. We loved the deer roaming around and the Eagles were the cherry on top of a short stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikki V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin up north
We were super pleased with our stay. Getting in was easy (make sure you read the instructions on the lock box!), the property matched the description, it was clean and tidy on arrival, and overall comfortable. We loved being right on the lake and close to family in Woodruff. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Janice P.

Vacation
Beautiful lake view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Billie Jo P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Getaway
It was just what we needed
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot for us
My brother and I came up for a fishing trip and needed something simple. The cottage was as described. The only issue was trying to open the wrong lockbox to get the key but was quickly resolved.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Zachary H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good cabin
Check in progress was rough, there were two lock boxes on property (when I was only lef to believe there's one) and the lock box that was a actually connected to the cabin rented was not the lock box for the code given. The code given was for the lock box connected to the shed across from the main entrance to the cabin. This led to frustration while arriving, as I thought I was locked out of the cabin after a four hour drive north. The property manager got back to me about 3-4 hours after I tried to get a hold of them but by that point I had already found the proper lock box with the cabin key on the door to the shed. I must insist that the cabin owners provide more detailed instructions to help find the PROPER lock box as there are MULTIPLE on the property. I also must insist that the property manager be able to respond better on check in days. A 3 hour delay of response is unacceptable, even at 9pm
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Quiet Get Away
This property was clean and was as expected from the listing. The management company was easy to work with and provided an email with all the information prior to our trip. They responded within a couple when we had a question about the property. Would highly recommend this property as well as the management company Evolve.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Alison M., Madison, WI

Liked: Cleanliness
Serene lakefront cabin an easy bike ride from Minocqua
This place could do with some updating, but it makes up for its somewhat funky and neglected appearance by being mere yards from a serene little lake with its own dock. The beds are comfortable (soft yet firm underneath), the shower is generous, and the kitchen is well equipped. We brought bikes for our stay and were delighted that we could ride them into Minocqua to do our grocery shopping as well as around the woodsy local neighborhood and to the Bearskin Trailhead. The location is unbeatable: you feel you are in the wilderness, yet you are just minutes from all the shopping and other amenities you might want. The cabin faces west over the lake, so sunsets can be enjoyed either from the yard or dock – or through the large picture window in the living room. We enjoyed the little screened-in cottage next door with its games and card table. Better lighting over the beds, bedside tables, and some updated electrics would be great improvements, but against that the big screen TV had Netflix and other streaming channels and the kitchen knives were top of the line. The price, given all these pluses, is very fair indeed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023