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Lakefront home with dock, fireplace, deck, firepits & fast WiFi - dog-friendly

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10143.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Arbor Vitae, WI
  • Torpy Park Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Minocqua Park Complex
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Bearskin State Trail
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Minocqua, WI (ARV-Lakeland)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bunk room

1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds

Common space

3 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lakefront home with dock, fireplace, deck, firepits & fast WiFi - dog-friendly

Red Arbor Retreat

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Endless lake adventures await at this majestic, two-story home near Big Arbor Vitae Lake! Roughly 200 feet from the water, enjoy access to a large L-shaped dock with a boat lift. This home is all about outdoor fun! Gather around one of the two firepits (one up by the house and one down by the lake) to tell fun or scary stories, head over to the large sitting deck near the water where you will find a large picnic table for meals al fresco, or host a barbecue using the gas grill.

Upon entry, the main living area will be to your right, seamlessly combining the kitchen, dining area, and living room together. When mealtime comes around, the kitchen has your back! It's fully equipped with appliances (no dishwasher) and all the essentials to whip up everything that comes to mind. Then, gather at the six-person dining table by the gas fireplace to delight in a homemade feast. Kick back and watch your favorite shows on the smart TV in the living room. A large three-season sitting area off of the living room offers a dining table and two sofas, while a small deck off of the living room is perfect for remote work or online school (high-speed WiFi is provided). This level also hosts one bedroom and a full bathroom with a washer/dryer combo. The rest of the bedrooms and additional sleeping areas, along with a full bathroom, are located upstairs. Two bedrooms, a bunk area, and an extra sleeping area by the stair will provide a good night's sleep for everyone.

THINGS TO KNOW
You must cross the road to get to the lake/dock access.
You must cross the road to get to the lake/dock access.
Streaming services are available using your own accounts.
This property is managed by Vacasa Wisconsin LLC.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 6 vehicles.

Dock details: The dock is roughly 30 ft long. about 4 ft deep at the end.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Wisconsin
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Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 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 only. Max of 4.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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

Woodruff

Located in Woodruff, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Campanile Center for the Arts and Vilas County Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at St. Germain Golf 9 Hole and Saint Germain Golf Club. Rock Falls Riding Stable LLC and Eliason Hardware and Lumber are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Arbor Vitae, WI

What's nearby

  • Rock Falls Riding Stable LLC - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Torpy Park Beach - 10 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Northwoods Wildlife Center - 10 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Minocqua Park Complex - 11 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Bearskin State Trail - 12 min drive - 9.5 km

Getting around

  • Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Nacho's Mexican Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Perkins American Food Co. - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront home with dock, fireplace, deck, firepits & fast WiFi - dog-friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront home with dock, fireplace, deck, firepits & fast WiFi - dog-friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront home with dock, fireplace, deck, firepits & fast WiFi - dog-friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront home with dock, fireplace, deck, firepits & fast WiFi - dog-friendly located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Rock Falls Riding Stable LLC and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Mielke Lake. Little Arbor Vitae Lake and Butterfly Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Check-in

7.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Julie W.

Wisconsin Getaway

The house was a great place for all the family to get together and enjoy the beautiful lake.
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6/10 Okay

Jamie S.

Arbor Vitae

Property was great with plenty of space. Was little unkept with cobwebs in the bed room. Sausage in between the stove and counter.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Justin M.

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

Great location!

Great location with plenty of amenities! Plenty of room for our family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

bruce i.

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

Will definitely stay there again.

We had a wonderful time at the cabin. Our family spent a lot of time down on the dock fishing and spending time on our paddleboat. The kids loved the choices of places to sleep. They had everything we could possibly want. So convenient and it was beautiful inside. The only con was that the upstairs was warm, even with the air on. We will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jodie W.

Liked: Listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
The property is smaller then
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom Z.

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

Arbor Vitae Retreat

Very clean, lots of room. Only issue was fire alarm, kept going off whenever we used the oven. Too close??
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda F., ROMEOVILLE, IL USA

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

Family get together

We chose this property as it would be large enough for us & our children to be at for my grandsons 18th birthday (they live in the area) . Even though some of the family couldn't make it, we had plenty of room for all! This house is so roomy & comfortable for a large family. Super clean and updated. The littles very much enjoyed the bunk room! Definitely a place we'll revisit.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

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

Just what we needed

With 2 dogs, the fenced in yard was great and the gate kept out pesky geese. There was plenty of room and the kitchen was pretty well stocked. We did rent a pontoon, thinking we could secure it to the dock, but there was a boat lift that was not shown on the listing when we booked. Thankfully, Pine Arbor Resort (Dave was very helpful) allowed us to dock there. Nice comfy spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Karen B.

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

Vacation

The boat lift was broken and just in the way to park boat and jet ski. The grass hasn’t been cut and was long. There is a bee hive on the trailer which the kids almost got stung by the swarm of bees.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Great Northwoods Vibe

The house had a Northwoods vibe with the wood interior and decor, which I loved. We had plenty of towels and room to spread out. We enjoyed having a grill, washer/dryer and portable fans. Wonderful amenities. The lake access right across the street was great with clear water. One thing I did wish we knew before we came that there was a boat lift next to the dock that does not accommodate a pontoon boat. Photos on the website showed a dock without a boat lift. We rented a pontoon boat from Minocqua Lakeside Boat Rentals. They were so professional and very personable. They delivered the boat and were so kind about helping us figure out a way to hook the boat up to the dock. I only wish we would have known there was a lift before we rented the house because this was not the best scenario and were concerned about keeping the boat from getting scratched because we had no choice but to secure it to the end of the dock and not the side or on a lift where it would be more protected. As I reread the description on the website and it did say boat lift but in the 2 photos of the dock there was not a lift and it did not specify what type of boat the lift would accommodate.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Adam K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Sleeps less in winter

This house was great!! It’s across from a pretty lake, it had a great cottage feel, and the outside was really charming. We brought our 2 dogs so we loved having a fenced in yard and a gate at the driveway. It wasn’t super secure but we had bigger dogs that wouldn’t fit thru an opening. That was a huge plus for us. We went in winter to do a little ice fishing on the lake and that was great. There was access to the ice right down the road. We didn’t catch many fish but it was still so fun. A few things to mention- The kitchen was small and could use some more pans, pots and utensils for cooking. Nice size fridge though. When we booked, we had the potential to have 10-12 people. Luckily for us, a few dropped out because they wouldn’t have had a bed to sleep in. There is a main bedroom on the 1st floor, then by the stairway to go upstairs, there’s a bed without a room; it’s a common area right under the stairs. Then upstairs, on the landing and in the hallway, there was 2 more beds in the common area. There were 2 true bedrooms upstairs. The bedroom at the front of house has a door with a sunroom that has two sets of bunk beds. It’s a cool set up, but there is NO WAY anyone could sleep in there if it’s cool. There’s no heat in there. The mattresses could use an update, we really sunk into the middle. We would stay there again, we really enjoyed the house. But next time, maybe in summer so we can enjoy being outside and use the sunroom with the bunkbeds.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Shelly M.

Great place

We had a great time house was clean and plenty of room.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

sackett s.

Red Arbor Retreat

Plenty of room for 4 golfers could have had 4 more, clean with lots of room. Would recommend to anyone looking for a place in this area.
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8/10 Good

Katie K.

Beautiful Place to Stay

Pros: place is great for big family to stay altogether, lots of sleeping areas, two full baths, swimming area isn’t too deep by dock(nice for kids), sun porch, quiet area Cons: upstairs doesn’t have a/c, have to go across road to lake(however road is quiet), close to neighbors

10/10 Excellent

Tony H.

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

Great property!

Great location and property. Would rent this same one!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

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