Modern Log House-Nelson Lake Hayward, WI

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4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10241.5 sq m

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Parking available
Dryer
Air conditioning
Washer
Fireplace
Barbecue grill

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Hayward, WI

Nelson Lake
‪1 min walk‬
Hayward Lake
‪11 min drive‬
American Birkebeiner Trail
‪24 min drive‬
Hayward, WI (HYR-Sawyer County)
‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

Loft Futon

1 Double Futon

Loft Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Lower Level Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Main Floor Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Main Floor Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Lower Level Full Bath

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Main Floor Bath

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Master Bath in Loft

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Welcome to the Log Cabin Lake House! This was a family home for many years, and we are excited to share all the home and the area has to offer. This modern yet traditional log home has all you need to feel just right in the Northwoods. It is located on Nelson Lake, about five miles from downtown Hayward, and well situated for you to enjoy all the area has to offer. The location is ideal, being close to shopping, as well as close to hiking, skiing and biking trails, as well as snowmobiling and ATV trails.

Layout:
This 3 level home has all you need for a comfortable get away. Each floor has a view of the lake. The spacious main floor has two bedrooms, one full bath, and an open concept kitchen, dining room, living room. There is also a laundry room on this floor. Off the main floor is a screen porch, and access to a large deck. The loft has the master suite and a full bathroom. Outside the master suite is an open office area, play/craft area, and a futon.
The lower level has a bedroom, full bathroom and family room.
The outside area provides lake access with a small beach area. There is a large 50 foot dock that is shared with another party. You have use of the dock with room for two boats. Two single kayaks and one double kayak is available for your use. You can fish off the dock or fish the 2500 acres of Nelson Lake. There is a large fire pit with fire wood available for your use that is near the lakeshore and is a great gathering spot for day time or evening get togethers. It is a wonderful spot for star gazing or making s'mores.
We have a small sandy beach area next to our dock on our property. This is great for younger kids. There is a gradual slope to about 5-6 feet of water. Another option for swimming is to go out to a public beach area about 1/2 mile from our dock. This beach has a large sandy area with a gradual slope. It is ideal for family swimming. You can easily park your boat or pontoon on the sandy beach.

The property shares a driveway and parking area with another party. The parking area provides space for you for at least three vehicles and a trailer, with additional space available on an adjacent lot.
The property managers are next door and are normally available for any questions or concerns.

NOTE: We only rent full weeks, Friday to Friday during June, July and August. Check in is Friday afternoon, check out is Friday morning.

Please review the HOUSE RULES section for more information concerning pricing, policies, and info on number of guests allowed, cost for added guests, etc.

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

No more than 12 guests allowed. Base rate is for 6 guests. Day guests are welcome anytime. Added guests are charged at a rate of $25 PP per day.

You are not allowed to bring in outside furniture or air mattresses at anytime. You are not allowed to move furniture or items within the house.

Smoking of any kind (including vaping) is not allowed inside the house. Illegal drugs and fireworks are strictly prohibited on the property.

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

About the area

Hayward

Located in Hayward, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Hayward Golf Club and HookStone Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Tremblays Sweet Shop and National Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame and Museum. Wilderness Walk Zoo and Recreation Park and Wayside Wanderings Natural Play Area are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Hayward, WI

What's nearby

Nelson Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Hayward Lake - 11 min drive - 9.8 km
National Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame and Museum - 13 min drive - 11.1 km
American Birkebeiner Trail - 24 min drive - 18.3 km
Round Lake - 25 min drive - 21.5 km

Getting around

Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
‪Louie's Bar and Bites - ‬12 min drive
‪El Tequila Mexican Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
‪Coop's Pizza - ‬12 min drive
‪Angler's Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern Log House-Nelson Lake Hayward, WI pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Modern Log House-Nelson Lake Hayward, WI?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modern Log House-Nelson Lake Hayward, WI?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Modern Log House-Nelson Lake Hayward, WI located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from Nelson Lake and within 3 mi (5 km) of Smith Lake and Eytcheson Park. Totagatic Wildlife Area and Little Round Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C.

23 August 2024

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

Peaceful Getaway

The cabin was perfect for our family vacation. Great location, very clean and Dave was exceptional! We also highly recommend renting a pontoon to explore the lake and really enjoy the water.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob S.

12 February 2024

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

Great place!

We had a great experience. Host was easy to work with and helpful. Loved the cabin.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn D.

18 September 2024

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

Incredible home away from home

We have been fortunate to travel to many locations and stay in some lovely properties, but only rarely have we had such a fabulous stay! This log home is exceptionally clean and well-cared for. The layout and design is perfect for large groups, though we loved our stay as a couple. The swimming--even in September--was wonderful. Dave is the consummate host. We will return for a longer stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat S.

4 August 2024

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

Wonderful Northwoods Getaway

The Nelson Lake house is a great getaway. The house is perfect for a multi generational family. There are 3 distinct areas for sleeping and just taking a break. Dave and Cathy are fantastic hosts, they have thought through what will make their house comfortable. You will have a great time!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

22 October 2023

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

Beautiful location and clean comfortable cabin

Cabin is clean and comfortable. Beautiful location and close to Hayward. Host communication was great and checked in to ensure stay was going smoothly. Appreciated the note and snacks when we arrived.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kasey C.

17 October 2022

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

Gorgeous home with plenty of room for a group

Loved this property!! The location was perfect. The house was gorgeous and well maintained. We had a great time!!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan N.

3 August 2023

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

Wonderful experience!

We had the best time at this cabin in the woods. Dave was truly the kindest to us and we appreciated it so much! Hayward is a wonderful town with lots to do. It was the perfect relaxing getaway for our family.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan H.

21 February 2023

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

Snowmobile Trip

- Nice property - Communication with Dave was excellent - Check in process was smooth - We had a great weekend - thank you!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn C.

21 July 2023

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

Great family time at the lake

Perfect place for a family week! Beautiful clean property with everything you need. Great beach for kids to swim on the property and another swimming beach nearby. Great fishing. Lovely fire pit area. Dave was a very gracious host and there was good communication so we knew exactly what to expect. Would definitely stay there again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles H.

3 October 2022

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

Golf Group.

My group totally enjoyed our time at the house. Place was very clean, had all we needed for our stay. The hoist was very welcoming, lake is beautiful, very relaxing. Looking forward to returning next year.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cooperman

6 September 2022

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

Favorite cabin of the summer

We spent a handful of weekends staying at VRBO cabins this summer and this was hands down our favorite! The hosts thought of everything, so we didn’t need to bring much for preparing food or sleeping arrangements. Cabin was so beautiful, right on the water and a great dock for parking the boat and jet skis.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danica S.

11 September 2023

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

Amazing Property

From the beginning the communication was excellent. The cabin was beautiful and had everything we could possibly need for our stay. We have stayed at many different homes through VRBO, and this by far was the cleanest, best stocked home we have ever stayed at. We will definitely stay again. The lake view and the property are beautiful!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles H.

2 October 2023

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

RKD Golf group

All in our group, very much enjoy or stay at the Log cabin house. Very roomy for our group of 8 adults. Dave or hoist, is very friendly, and helpful, with anything we needed. looking forward to returning next year.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz S.

19 August 2023

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

Hayward getaway

We had a great family vacation in Hayward. The property was beautiful. The cabin was clean and well stocked with everything we could need. Dave was very helpful with any questions that we had. The area around the dock was too weedy to swim or fish but Dave offered up his Maui mat for the kids to use a bit further out for swimming. Overall,we had a great time!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

28 July 2023

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

Family Ties

This is an amazing vacation spot overseen by a super hospitable couple, Dave and Cathy. It is all inclusive. The only thing you have to bring is you and your food. The beautiful cottage is well stocked with many amenities. While there we were able to hike, bike, swim, boat, kayak, canoe, fish, enjoy a campfire and much more. We also enjoyed downtown Hayward along with the World Lumberjack Championships. We suggest to anyone to add this cottage to your vacation travels. It’s a great place for families to make memories and create family ties

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane C.

20 July 2024

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

Truly the Northwoods

This was our first time staying at this house. Absolutely everything was PERFECT! We visit Hayward every summer bringing with us our boat and atv. This house is conveniently located near the trails for atving. The pier at the house is able to handle a larger boat. There are bumpers to protect the side of your boat as well as ample tie downs for your lines. The house is a beautiful log home. Everything you need is supplied. The house was extremely clean. The grounds are perfectly manicured. There is a sandy area for swimming which works well for the little ones. Then there are the hosts that go above and beyond to make sure your trip is running smoothly. What a pleasure it was getting to know them. We look forward to staying again as this was truly a Northwoods getaway.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat S., MADISON

24 June 2023

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

Wonderful Experience

Our stay at the Log Cabin House on Nelson Lake was fantastic. First we would like to thank Dave Yohnk and his wife Cathy. The attention to detail of the property and us as guest was very special. The house itself is perfect for an extended family. We had 3 separate family groupings and everyone had their own space if they needed a little a break from complete togetherness. The property also had a well cared for swimming and dock area that was just right for the adult swimmers and the little 6 year old new swimmer. The 6 year old caught 10 fish in one week off the pier. The house also comes with kayaks. The lake area adjacent to the property was perfect for kayaking. All and all a fantastics week. Thanks again for sharing your house.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan A.

1 December 2023

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

Great place, good view, restaurants/shops 10 min drive away

Dave has been a great host to us. He was immensely helpful and have followed through all the requests we had. He was kind enough to bring chairs down by the fire to accommodate all our family members even when he had packed away all the chairs for the season. He was also readily available via text and answering any questions we had. He has been very hands on and it was very convenient as he was just a few steps away from our lodge. Only feedback I have is that we had a dishwasher that didn't have water running(also because they had some work done to make the lodge look nicer, it wasn't the host's fault) and a sponge to clean the dishes right away. But Dave was very communicative and acknowledged the issues and gave us solutions right away. The hosts suggested us about the nearby restaurants and shops which was conveniently about 10 min drive away. It has a wide array of selections in terms of restaurant as well as many candy and ice cream spots. Google does sometimes give you the wrong information as most ice cream spots were closed when we went there, it was possibly a seasonal thing. All in all, it was a great stay and my family had a wonderful time out there. Please don't forget to get outside late in the night and take in the beautiful stars that light up the sky, truly a beautiful sight!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renae R., Greenfield

29 September 2022

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

Wonderful Property

We enjoyed our stay at this property. The home was clean and well stocked. There were only 4 adults in our party so we had plenty of room! Lots of space for larger groups. Dave lives next door and was helpful and pleasant. We were there in the fall and spent our days riding the ATV trails and relaxing each evening. Fun shopping in Hayward and lots of great places to eat. Great property and location for all types of activites year round!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria C., Pleasant Prairie, USA

25 May 2022

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

Amazing vacation home

This home was a great fit for our group of 10. We had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable. Enjoyed having Dave next door to talk with and answer questions. The use of the kayaks was definitely a plus. The lake was great for fishing.

Stayed 10 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Britta T.

3 February 2022

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

Hayward Weekend

Cabin was great, very clean, and great for families! Dave was very responsive and helpful!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

About the host

Hosted by Dave

Why they chose this property

The Log Cabin Lake House is located only 5 miles from downtown Hayward on beautiful Nelson Lake. We are conveniently located near lots of year around activities. We have excellent biking, hiking and skiing trails within 4 miles of the cabin. Cable Wisconsin is a short drive away. If you need to get food and supplies, Walmart and Market Place are a short drive away.

What makes this property unique

Comfortable cabin with lots of room on three levels, each with a full bath
Lake access with room for docking two boats
Great location for many outdoor activities year around
Swimming at our small beach or across the lake at a larger beach area
Fishing on 2500 acres
Lots of wildlife
Outdoor activities year around
We have life jackets available in the front closet. You will also find a few sand toys and some beach towels there as well for your use. Please follow DNR rules and be respectful to others on the lake, including animals. We have a small sandy beach area next to our dock on our property. This is great for younger kids. There is a gradual slope to about 5-6 feet of water. Another option for swimming is to go out to a public beach area about 1/2 mile from our dock. This beach has a large sandy area with a gradual slope. It is ideal for family swimming. You can easily park your boat or pontoon on the sandy beach.
NOTE: We only rent full weeks, Friday to Friday during June, July and August. Check in is Friday afternoon, check out is Friday morning.

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4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Living Room 1

Living Room 2

Loft Futon

Loft Master Bedroom

Lower Level Bedroom

Main Floor Bedroom 1

Main Floor Bedroom 2

3 bathrooms

Lower Level Full Bath

Main Floor Bath

Master Bath in Loft

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