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Hillis House | Lakefront house in Arbor Vitae w/water toys & two kitchens

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Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6169.5 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Basement

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Hillis House | Lakefront house in Arbor Vitae w/water toys & two kitchens

Hillis House

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A serene escape from the city, Hillis House overlooks a gleaming lakeshore. Under the warm Wisconsin sunshine, glide across the water on the provided kayak and paddleboard, play a yard game, or fish off the dock. During the colder months, this area is wonderful for snowmobiling, and your rigs can be parked in the home's garage - safe and secure.

Inside, kick back and warm up in front of the heat of the stone gas fireplace. Steps away, the full kitchen positively gleams with its granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and wooden cabinetry. Meals can be enjoyed as a family at the in-kitchen dining table or alfresco on the picnic table.

Adorned with wilderness-themed mementos, each of the bedrooms offer airy spots to rest your head. Downstairs, a second kitchen, a second fireplace, a dart board, a wet bar, and a seating area are ready to host hours of entertainment. A designated work desk, separate washer/dryer, and central air-conditioning round out the home's conveniences.

As the sun begins to set over the water, gather around the firepit for gooey s'mores and campfire stories.

Away from your stay, the adventure continues at Torpy Park, Min-Aqua Bats Water Ski Show, Wildwood Wildlife Park Zoo & Safari, and Northwoods Zip Line Adventure Tours.

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 PM
Check-out time: 10:00 AM
All guests shall abide by Vacasa's good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.
This property is managed by Vacasa Wisconsin LLC.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.

Security camera details: There is one ring camera that overlooks the driveway

Dock details: Dock is around 24 ft in length, and about 2 ft deep at end. This is a none rec lake, so the use of motors is prohibited.

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
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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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

No pets allowed
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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 and a first aid kit

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 on the waterfront. Timber Ridge Golf Club and Waswagoning Indian Village are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kemp Natural Resources Station and Wildwood Wildlife Park and Nature Center. Rock Falls Riding Stable LLC and Eliason Hardware and Lumber are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Arbor Vitae, WI

What's nearby

  • Northwoods Wildlife Center - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Torpy Park Beach - 8 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Wildwood Wildlife Park and Nature Center - 9 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Bearskin State Trail - 9 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Minocqua Park Complex - 10 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Nacho's Mexican Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Perkins American Food Co. - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hillis House | Lakefront house in Arbor Vitae w/water toys & two kitchens pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hillis House | Lakefront house in Arbor Vitae w/water toys & two kitchens?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hillis House | Lakefront house in Arbor Vitae w/water toys & two kitchens?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hillis House | Lakefront house in Arbor Vitae w/water toys & two kitchens located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Dr. Kate Museum, Island City Antique Market and Wildwood Wildlife Park and Nature Center. Lakeland Area Dog Park is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristy C.

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

Cozy getaway

We stayed at Hillis House for our spring break. Great place to spend time outside and a cozy home to enjoy sitting by the fire. Loved it and would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

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

Nice home on Hillis Lake!

Nice small home, very clean and easy to get around Minocqua! Loved it
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jane W.

Wonderful stay can't wait to return next year

House was very clean, great location and very comfortable. Can't wait to return next year with our family!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

k j.

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

Beautiful property!

We enjoyed the property very much, especially being on the lake. Caught a lot of fish, everybody was very happy! We had great weather and scenery with the beautiful fall colors! The house was cozy, great get away!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy N.

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

Hillis house

Very nice property. Centrally located for activities.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen H., Marshfield

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

Nice quiet spot

Great place to stay while ice fishing in the area. Place was clean, had everything we needed, and had a great view of the lake. Will certainly return
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
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8/10 Good

JONATHAN L.

Nice place

Nice place beautiful view. Just wish it had a dish washer like stated in amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Lana B.

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

Home away from home

Beautiful home, minor glitches with some things which were annoying however did not diminish the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Shirie H.

Minor kinks but totally amazing

The lake view. The fishing. The location. Just amazing all around. Minor things that couldn’t keep my family from enjoying it all!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria M.

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

Great place in Northwoods!

We had a group of 9 stay here for a few days and it was a wonderful experience! The house was clean and had way more than enough space for our group. The kids loved the games provided and we had a lovey fire with the wood onsite. The small lake had a beautiful view of the fall colors. The whole area was super pretty and quiet with plenty of privacy. My brother caught a huge large mouth bass off the pier and the patio had plenty of space to hang outside. This house is close to downtown Minocqua and had tons of food options. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

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