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Waterfront Cabin on Crane Lake, Pickerel, WI 4 bedroom plus loft, 3 full bath

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12269.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Pickerel, WI
  • Crane Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Pickerel Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Crystal Lake
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 - Master

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5 -Loft

2 Double Beds and 2 Child Beds

Lower Level Living Area

1 Double Futon and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Main Floor Living Area

3 Double Sofa Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2 - Master

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront Cabin on Crane Lake, Pickerel, WI 4 bedroom plus loft, 3 full bath

High Waters Lodge is a waterfront cabin located on the south side of Crane Lake in Pickerel, Wisconsin that was built in 2008 and is ready for you and your family and friends to enjoy!

This 4 bedroom plus loft/3 bathroom home can comfortably accommodate 12 guests and is the perfect spot for your next summer vacation or winter weekend getaway.

Crane lake is a 355 acres lake that connects to 1272 acre Pickerel Lake giving you the benefit of enjoying two lakes with one vacation cabin. High Waters Lodge is located approximately 2 hours north of Appleton and 3.5 hours north of Milwaukee.

Generous parking is available with large driveway and parking areas.

Forest County snowmobile trail crosses Crane Lake which can be accessed directly via snowmobile from the cabin. This is located east of the property by riding on the lake. Please ride at your own risk while riding on the lake or road.

ATV trails are nearby and can be accessed directly via ATV from the cabin. Take a right onto Bartz Bay Road from the drive way to Pickerel Lake Rd (subject to 25 mph speed limit) and connect to the off-road trails that start approximately 2.5 miles to the west. You can get to the Augustyn Spring trails from there (approximately 2 miles further). This connects to the White Lake ATV trails. If you wish, you can also venture further west and hook up with the Parrish Highlands ATV trails.

Boating, skiing and fishing are all available to you from this location. 21ft Pontoon Boat and Aqua Mat rental are available. Three kayaks are included with summer rentals for exploring Crane Lake. There are some very nice swim areas on Crane Lake, as well as Pickerel Lake, that can be accessed by boat. Crane Lake is well known for its pan fish, bass, northern pike, walleye and perch fishing.

Private dock in the summer is perfect for fishing or docking your boat(s). Enjoy watching the loons and bald eagles. Bring your boat or rent our 21ft Pontoon Boat (11 person) which has an aqua mat for swimming included. The Crane Lake boat landing is located on Doemel Lane. To get to the boat landing from the cabin, take a right on to Bartz Bay Rd, and a right onto Doemel Lane. Follow Doemel Lane around the lake to the landing.

Ice fishing is accessible from the property by foot or snowmobile, and by ATV or automobile via the boat landing. Note that access to ice fishing on Pickerel lake is also easy, either via snowmobile or ATV via the trail, or by the Pickerel Lake Boat landing which is located to the west (left from Bartz Bay Rd) on Pickerel Lake Rd.

Fire pit area, chairs, picnic table and patio furniture are provided. Firewood is also provided, but it is while the supply lasts. A gas grill and charcoal grill are also provided. Please bring your own gas and/or charcoal.

A well equipped kitchen includes a stove, microwave, dishwasher, full size refrigerator (2nd refrigerator in downstairs living space), toaster over, toaster, coffee maker (bring your own coffee/filters), crock pot, griddle, pots, pans, plates, bowls, glasses, cups, cutlery, utensils, etc. Attached to the kitchen is a walk in pantry, which includes a washer and dryer (please provide your own laundry supplies). There is also a clothes iron if needed, but remember, your on vacation! Wash clothes and dish towels are provided, but guests must supply their own paper towels, napkins, paper plates, plastic cups and utensils, etc.

The dining room table seats 6 to 8 with the leaf installed (located in front hall closet). The bar at the kitchen counter seats 4. The patio table seats 6, and there are also a few TV trays in the front hall closet.

There are 2 living spaces in the cabin. The main floor living space has a Smart TV, digital antenna, DVD Player, and a gas fireplace. The downstairs living space has a digital antenna TV, DVD Player, refrigerator and a kids play area built in under the stairs. There is also a game room/kids play area that includes a dart machine as well as some kids toys and games. Access the outdoors from the lower level via a patio door that also provides direct access to the stairs leading to the waterfront/dock.

There are 3 bathrooms in the cabin. The main floor bathroom includes a tub/standup shower. The master bathroom has a stand up / sit down tile shower. The downstairs bathroom has a stand up tile shower. Bath towels, hand towels and wash cloths will be provided, but we suggest bringing some of your own if you have a large number of guests and you don't want to reuse towels or do laundry. You must bring your own shower supplies (soap, shampoo, etc) and your own toiletries (toilet paper, toothpaste, shaving supplies, etc).

There are 4 bedrooms and a Loft. Bedrooms 1 and 2 on the main floor have queen sized beds. The master bedroom on the main floor has a king sized bed. Bedroom 4 is located downstairs, and also has a king sized bed. The loft has 2 full sized (double) beds and 2 toddler beds. There is also a sleeper sofa and futon located in the downstairs living space as well as room for an air mattress or two (guests must provide their own air mattresses). Blankets, comforters, pillows, and bed linens will be provided except for the sleeper sofa and any air mattresses brought . We do suggest bringing your favorite pillow if it helps you to rest.

No Smoking Indoors. Parties/events not allowed. No pets. Minimum age required of primary renter is 27.

Property manager

Ryan Lang

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Fireworks
No Parking on the road

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
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Pickerel

Located in Pickerel, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Quig's Maplewood Golf Course and Kettlebowl Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Forest County Forest and Nicolet National Forest. Travelling with kids? Consider Forest County Fairground, or check out an event or a game at Crandon International Off-Road Raceway. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Pickerel, WI

What's nearby

  • Crane Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Pickerel Lake - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Lily Lake - 20 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Crystal Lake - 22 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Mole Lake Casino - 24 min drive - 17.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Final Lap - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Country Inn - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Pickerel Point Resort - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Hill's Still - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Debi's Northern Firelite Supper Club - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Cabin on Crane Lake, Pickerel, WI 4 bedroom plus loft, 3 full bath pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Cabin on Crane Lake, Pickerel, WI 4 bedroom plus loft, 3 full bath?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Cabin on Crane Lake, Pickerel, WI 4 bedroom plus loft, 3 full bath?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Cabin on Crane Lake, Pickerel, WI 4 bedroom plus loft, 3 full bath located?

This family-friendly Pickerel holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Crane Lake and Pickerel Lake. Woods Island is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ashley K.

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

Wonderful 10/10

We stay here every year for closing weekend of fishing and they are so wonderful to work with. They let us check in a little early and stay a little later which was nice. Always a wonderful time up there with family and friends
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerad W.

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

Awesome stay in Pickerel

We had a great time staying at Ryan's cabin! It is a fantastic location and they have a great process for their guests to check in and comfortably enjoy their stay. I was very pleased with the hospitality and service provided.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony B.

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

Fall trip 2924

Came up to the Northwoods to get some work done and just hang out for a couples days - it was a great place to stag
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya O.

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

ATV trip

This property is absolutely beautiful. We are a group of friends and family that do an annual ATV trip yearly to different states. This place was perfect. Close to great trails and a bonus of on a lake. The place was exactly as advertised. Well stocked for cooking at home. 2 refrigerators which is huge with a larger group. Very well maintained. The owner was wonderful for getting back to me with any questions. I highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave C.

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

Great House for Crandon Racing Weekend

We had a total of 10 folks that all enjoyed the property. Everyone had a nice place to sleep and warm showers when we returned from the race track. Kitchen was wonderful and just the whole stay went excellent! Wish we had an extra day on the lake... Next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn D.

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

Best lakehouse ever!

Family get together for death of Grandfather. We enjoyed the quiet solitude of the Lake
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

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

Great lake house!

We really enjoyed our stay at High Waters Lodge! It was the absolute perfect layout for our group of two couples and our kids (age range 9-14). Very clean and great communication from the hosts! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann T.

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

Family Vacation

This is an annual event for our family of eight. The house had more than enough space for us. The information available was great. We also rented the pontoon boat. Great addition. The owner was quick to respond to questions. We would come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles H.

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

family vacation

we have been taking family vacations for 25 years this was one of the best rentals.The house was great had everything you would need and the lake was great for fishing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph V.

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

July ATV trip

Great location and property!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis D.

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

Multi family vacation

Very nice stay. Lake was great and the pontoon rental was worth it! Caught lots of perch and bluegill. Plenty of room for 2 families! Would definitely stay again!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne G.

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

Annual Summer Family Vacation

Loved the layout of the house with plenty room for adults and children, the view of the lake from the house, camp fires, and fishing from the dock and boat. The owner was very responsive to our needs. Would recommend this VRBO.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn F.

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

Great rental!

We would definitely rent this cottage again! Ryan was extremely responsive to messages, which I definitely appreciated. The only thing I’d say is maybe remove the “toys” from your rental description as there really wasn’t much there for kids :)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rae S.

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

Great house with a view

Beautiful view from well appointed house. Comfortable, well stocked, clean. Would definitely rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine A.

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

Great stay!

Enjoyed the house; lots of space and great to have the pontoon boat option.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cari C.

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

Beautiful Fabulous Family Space!

Beautiful views, very spacious & well equipped with plenty of towels/blankets/pillows. Comfy beds! Kitchen had what we needed. WiFi worked great! We really enjoyed the fire pit…bring some firewood and camp chairs! Loved access to the kayaks for lake exploration/fishing. The loons, cranes and bald eagles were breathtaking! We also rented the pontoon…So. Much. Fun. This house did not disappoint!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chrissy W., Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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

Wonderful friends/family trip

My friends and I take a trip with our families every year and this was our first time staying at this location and we loved it! The bedrooms were great for the four couples and the children/teenagers enjoyed the loft and downstairs. The view is beautiful from the deck and firepit. Yes, as others mentioned, there were stairs to the dock, but they are sturdy and not that bad. We had no issues. Beds were comfortable and bathrooms were nicely updated. Loved the large living room with plenty of space for all of us to sit on rainy days. There were also more towels for our use then I have ever seen in any VRBO, so that was much appreciated. The kitchen had plenty of cooking supplies and cooking utensils and loved having two refrigerators (one was downstairs). Communication was also very good with the owners. We did rent the boat and if you do just be careful because even though there is a map that outlines shallow areas, the whole coastline seems pretty shallow. So after one mishap, which again we had great communication with the owners, we stayed to the middle of the lake. The driveway also has plenty of room for multiple vehicles if family members need to drive separately. We definitely plan on going back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex M., Chicago, USA

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

Wonderful

A beautiful home located in an even more beautiful little enclave in the north Woods. Perfect any time of season. Walleye and bass fishing in the summer, atvs almost year round and snowmobiling come winter. Vast network of riding trails for all of the recreational types. Ryan and family are gracious hosts and you can count on it, we'll be back, except this time for some winter pleasures. Cheers.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jared P.

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

Petrie Family Vacation

This cabin is fantastic. It has a great layout and accommodates large groups well. It had been several years since our family did a family larger group vacation and this house supported us well. The owners were very easy to work with and responsive. I really appreciate their communication efforts. I have this house bookmarked as we will visit again! I/we recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn S., Delavan

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

Great location, beautiful cabin

The “cabin” was very spacious, well designed and comfortable. We are a family that loves to cook and we found everything necessary except for storage containers for left overs, a potato masher and seran wrap. Beds were comfortable. The laundry was conveniently located in the pantry. We rented the owners pontoon boat and it was used 2-3 times a day for fishing and exploring the lake. The lily pad that comes with the boat was essential as the area off the dock was weedy and full of water lilies. The fishing was great—-over 3 dozen were caught and released, mostly bass, some bluegills, perch and a lone bullhead. There are approximately 50 steps going from the cabin to the dock, but they were very sturdy and there were 3 flat levels if one needs to rest a bit. We used two of the 3 There were a couple minor issues that were resolved quickly. Our rating would have been a 5+ except for two things. A canister/propane was not included. Apparently I missed this p There was also a charcoal grill,( which you need to provide your own charcoal/lighter fluid for); after my husband cleaned it up and did some modifications so it was workable, we made do. Also upon arrival none of the 6 beds were made, which was another requirement We have rented numerous places in the US, the Caribbean and Canada and never ran into these two issues prior. All things considered, our extended family of 8 had a wonderful time and would highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Crane Lake

Very clean property! Quiet lake, very relaxing! Enjoyed our time, enjoying nature!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chalea S.

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

Great Family Vacation Rental

First time at this amazing Cabin. Pictures do not due it justice. Cabin was great size but still cozy. Gorgeous fireplace with picturesque views of the lake from every angle from the great room and loft. Communication with owner was excellent. Will definitely try and make this a yearly destination."
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Adam K.

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

Always love our stay

This year would be the 3rd year we rented this house for a weekend! We always enjoy our stay! The house is always clean, plenty of space, and great location. The owners are very friendly and are very easy/fast at getting back to you on things! I would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

John R.

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

Nice spot

Lovely location and good communication w the owner. Would love to see this place in the summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

TERRANCE Z.

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

Good place

Great place , owner was very Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Ryan Lang

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English