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Lake Cabin on Round Lake, Hayward, WI

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Front Yard & Entry
Living Room from Entry Door
Living Room from Entry Door

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Lake view

Explore the area

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Hayward, WI
  • Round Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Sevenwinds Casino
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • American Birkebeiner Trail
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Hayward, WI (HYR-Sawyer County)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Lake Cabin on Round Lake, Hayward, WI

Our cabin is a lovely 1400 sq foot 2 bedroom cabin perched on the edge of a 50 foot slope down to the lake. From the deck there is a stunning and panoramic view of the lake through pines on the slope with bald eagles nesting in the treetops right in front of you as you sit on the deck drinking your morning coffee. The view is to the north so the sun rises over the lake to your right and sets to your left, often with brilliant colors. The lot is forested so there is lots of shade on the hotter days. There is a boat lift and 40 foot private dock with a staircase down to the lake. There is a canoe you can use if you bring it back up where we store it on the west end of the garage/there are paddles in the garage just inside the man door on the lake side of the garage. The lake bottom is very gradual so an adult can wade out about 200 feet before getting in over his head. The bank is rip-rapped but after the first 10 feet or so the bottom is mostly sandy and great for swimming. Lake temperatures are about 70 degrees or more by the end of June and the lake is so clear that you can see down 10 feet or more so it's a wonderful place to swim and snorkel. It has a full kitchen with refrigerator, range, microwave, coffeemaker and toaster. There is a septic system and no disposal so there is a screen in the kitchen sink and you have to be careful to keep any debris from going down the drain. There is no dishwasher. The great room has a wonderful view of the lake through sliding patio doors and bay window and is about 25 by 30 including the sitting areas, dining area and galley kitchen. There is a large sectional with a TV, DVD player and cable TV. There is internet access with a wireless router. There is also a trundle bed in the great room. The lower bed can be brought out so 2 can sleep there or it can be left underneath and 1 can sleep there. There are 2 bedrooms. The master has a queen size bed. The other bedroom has 2 twins. There is a full bath with tub/shower, lavatory and toilet. A second bathroom has a stand up shower and toilet, and then a larger room with a laundry tub, medicine chest, mirror and coat racks. Outside there is a charcoal grill, portable fire pit, wood supply, deck table and chairs and front lawn for bocci ball, playing catch or sitting in the adirondack chairs under the trees and reading. It's about 2 miles to the Indian casino and about 7 miles to Hayward which is a resort town of over 2000 people with restaurants, large grocery stores, gift shops, hardware stores and places to rent all kinds of watercraft. There is a marina on the lake that sells gas, rents pontoon boats, speed boats and other kinds of watercraft. It is a 20-30 minute drive to rent canoes and tubes to float the Namakagon River which holds smallmouth bass, muskies and northerns. The upper stretch above Hayward holds considerable numbers of brown trout. Hayward Country Club is a wonderful golf course that is open to the public and is right in town. It is an old-style golf course with lots of trees and always in immaculate shape. It's about $55 with cart, $44 for seniors 62 and over. A Pete Dye designed golf course called Big Fish is 2 miles from the cabin, right across the road from the casino. It's a more difficult course with an open links-style front nine and a hilly back nine that winds through the forest. There are a number of other nice courses in the area within about 30 minutes. My favorite is Spooner GC in Spooner-really scenic, rolling hills and always in wonderful shape. I may accept dogs after we've discussed it on the phone and I've agreed to have you bring them..

Property manager

Gregory Ralston
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Lake view
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
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
SEPTIC: Nothing to go down drains or toilets other than tissue paper. If the system has to be pumped you will forfeit your damage deposit.
GARAGE: The contents of the garage other than canoe paddles, bocci ball, the wood bins, garbage and recycling containers should not be used.
GARBAGE: If cleaners find garbage in cabin damage deposit will be forfeited. Garbage and recycling should be put in garage containers. No firearms.

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

About the area

Hayward

Located in Hayward, this cabin is on a lake. National Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame and Museum and Park Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Tremblays Sweet Shop and Wilderness Walk Zoo and Recreation Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Hayward, WI

What's nearby

  • Round Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Sevenwinds Casino - 7 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Hayward Lake - 13 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Callahan Lake - 17 min drive - 13.4 km
  • American Birkebeiner Trail - 17 min drive - 11.9 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 119 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sevenwinds Casino, Lodge & Conference Center - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Dock - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Props Landing Waterfront Grille - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Rusty Hook Saloon and Smokehouse - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Robin's Nest Cafe - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Cabin on Round Lake, Hayward, WI pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake Cabin on Round Lake, Hayward, WI?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Cabin on Round Lake, Hayward, WI?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Cabin on Round Lake, Hayward, WI located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is steps from Round Lake and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Sevenwinds Casino. Crane Lake and Lovejoy Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tyler M.

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

Great place to stay!

Billion dollar view! Great little cabin on a great fishing lake
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leona B.

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

Beautiful location

Our stay was quiet and convenient for us. Easy lake access. Enjoyed seeing the eagles.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim H.

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

Great weekend Getaway

The 6 of us had a great time while at the cabin. Everything we needed was provided and exactly as described. Cabin was clean and comfy, and close to everything you might need for a weekend getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Eagles and hummingbirds

Awesome property. Great host. My family enjoyed the picturesque stay in the Northwoods.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

erika b.

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

Great getaway

Greg was an excellent host and was very attentive to any questions we had. Fun property and great location. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Inger W.

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

Beautiful Lake Cabin

This is our 3rd time here which should tell you how much we like it. The view is to die for and we had so much fun canoeing with the provided canoe and playing on the floaties we brought. It's a quick drive to Hayward where we also had fun and some nice dinners! Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler M.

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

Lake cabin

Second time here. Just as fantastic as the first!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mindy W.

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

Round Lake Cabin

This was a nice cabin and beautiful location overlooking Round Lake. Swimming and boating in Round Lake was perfect. Crystal clear water. We watched the hummingbird on the feeder by the deck. We would recommend this cabin.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greta C.

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

Beautiful cabin and great host

We had a great time at the cabin. The cabin had everything we needed. Greg was the perfect host and answered all our questions. Round Lake is a beautiful lake and fishing was great! I would definitely recommend this cabin to anyone. It is close to Hayward and the area has to much to see and do.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb W.

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

I will book again!

Greg was fantastic to work with. Very accommodating. Easy booking process. He supplied us with much info about his cabin and the lake including eating places, boat launches, rentals if interested. Was able to do some canoeing. Had a wonderful time. Will definitely book again. Thanks, Greg!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tricia H.

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

Round Lake Cabin

We had a fantastic time at Greg's cabin! It was as pictured. Clean and tidy; beautiful views over Round Lake. There are 50 steps down to the dock; we did not have a boat - brought paddle boards and floats. The lake is clear and sandy. We did the mountain bike trails near by and tubed down the Namekagon. Also went to a couple of recommended nearby restaurants. Thank you for a great trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn H., Duluth, MN

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

A good time was had by all.

Mountain biking. Fishing. Golfing. Swimming. The perfect spot to do it all. The cabin was just as pictured. Greg is a great host and did his best to put us on fish. We had the most luck when we found the fish cribs. A perfect get away!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

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

Quite Fishing & Hiking Long Weekend

The owner provided clear instructions and great information of the area such as where to eat, grocery shop and how to fish the lake. Caught some nice walleyes the first couple of days then it got slow. Was catching them on lindy rigs using crawlers when they were biting. Spent a day up at Cooper Falls hiking the park which was about an hour north. Well worth the drive. The cabin was clean and roomy with a nice deck that looks over the lake. It was no problem for my wife and I to climb the stairs up and down to the pier but would not recommend for those who are not somewhat physically fit and capable. All in all a great relaxing trip after the Labor Day weekend creating an empty lake.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angie D., Eagan

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

Round lake cabin

Greg was a great communicator and his property was perfect. Very clean and had a wonderful fishing vacation. Thanks again Chris and Angie
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

JOHN D.

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

Great lakefront cabin on a clear lake

Nice spot to stay on a clear water lake (Round Lake). Served us well for a fishing vacation as we visited 4 different water bodies in total all within 20 minutes of the cabin. Great cabin for 2 to 4 visitors though it will sleep 6. A couple extra spider webs had to be dealt with but it all worked out really well. And the eagles visited twice that we saw during our visit. Very cool. Would stay again if busing Sawyer County again.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

David W.

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

Round Lake lake home

Very nice property just as described on site. Great lake views from cabin and deck. Greg was communicative and pleasant throughout the process. Had severe storm hit just prior to our stay and called to report damage to dock and boat lift the next day, which didn't affect us as we were not bringing a boat. Good swimming right off dock. Stairs from cabin to lake are no joke however...50 steep steps. Nice restaurants closeby. Overall worked well for our adult family.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas H.

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

Hayward Family Reunion

Great quiet place, great location, everything we needed (bring your own bath towels), our host was very attentive, no unpleasant surprises, young deer wandered very close by as I enjoyed my morning coffee on the deck. Highly recommend!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick N.

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

Great cabin, great lake

Everything was clean and as advertised, no surprises. Greg was a pleasure to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

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

A blissful time

This is a very civilized and quiet place with a stunning view and even eagles. The perfect place to relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth T.

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

Great location on Big Round Lake. Had all the amenities we needed for the week.

Enjoyed watching the chipmunks and wildlife. Weather was a relief from the hot Texas summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

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

Fun Time on a Beautiful Clean Lake

This cabin was exactly what you want in a traditional Northwoods WI cabin. It was exactly as pictured and described. It was very clean, not a spider web in site. The heart of the cabin; kitchen, dining, living area was very spacious and easily accommodated our group of 5 adults. The kitchen was well stocked, newer oven/stove, coffee maker, toaster. The mattresses are all hard. I would strongly advise packing toppers for your mattresses. We packed a mattress topper for the queen bedroom and slept great. The others did not bring mattress toppers and never slept well. There are 51 stair steps down to the lake. We were fine with it as the stairs are very sturdy and have good handrails. Greg was super with communication. Round Lake is the clearest lake any of us has ever been on, no weeds, sandy bottom. No luck fishing but it is August and we knew that may be the case. One final thing, if you want to rent a boat we would strongly recommend M&M Rentals. We had a large pontoon delivered to the public boat launch on Round Lake and they were fabulous to work with. I would not hesitate to stay in this cabin again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

julie b.

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

Hayward Vacation

Greg was a pleasure to work with and an excellent host. The cabin was everything we expected. We had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maggy K.

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

Beautiful setting

Thoroughly enjoyed it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daniel K.

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

Rustic up-north cabin done right!

Round Lake is a beautiful lake, and this cabin is the perfect way to give you that old-school up north feeling. The water off the dock is plenty shallow to play/swim in. Great views from the kitchen/living room. Easy to get to and from town. Very nice and helpful host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

View to die for

We needed a little change during Covid and this was perfect. Although it was too cold to swim, I canoed for the first time since I was 12 and that was so much fun. The wood stove did a fine job of heating, and the kitchen was extremely well stocked for a rental--timely for staying in more. Beautiful view and nice walking area. Great stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020

About the host

Hosted by Gregory Ralston

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I live in Oregon full time but grew up in Rochester, Minnesota. My Mom and Dad built the cabin in 1985 and I inherited it in 2012. I've been there every year for at least 2 weeks with my family since 1985. I'm now a fully retired emergency physician. I spend about 4 weeks at the cabin each July doing repairs and maintenance, fishing, golfing, having reunions and relaxing and often come back for a couple weeks in May to open it up for the season and again in September to fish with friends, clean it up in preparation for shutting down for the winter.. In Oregon I grow a large garden with strawberries, fruit trees, flowers and vegetables.

Why they chose this property

I inherited the cabin from my parents in 2012. Dad was a physician at the Mayo Clinic but a fairly skilled carpenter too. He built the kitchen cabinets and lots of other things in the cabin. I've always loved the setting and the lake and hope to keep the cabin in the family, passing it down to my kids.

What makes this property unique

The lake is phenomenal, clear and nice swimming temperatures in the summer but the most compelling aspect is the view from the living area and deck. People always love it.

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English

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