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Secluded Northwoods Lake Home - Direct Access to ATV/UTV/Snowmobile Trails

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Fire Pit Area
Driveway Sign
The Lake
Excellent sand bottom frontage for swimming and playing in the lake
Exterior
Reviews
10

Exceptional

4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Fireplace
    FireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

9:00 AM

Explore the area

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Mercer, WI
  • Popular LocationGrand Portage Lake7 min walk
  • Popular LocationMercer Depot Museum9 min walk
  • Popular LocationLake of the Falls12 min drive
  • AirportRhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County)64 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Jw’s Bunkroom (Lower Level)

2 Single Bunk Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Second Bedroom (Main Level)

1 Queen Bed

Third Bedroom (Main Level)

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Lower level bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Main level full bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Secluded Northwoods Lake Home - Direct Access to ATV/UTV/Snowmobile Trails

The Ironwood is a four bedroom, one and a half bath lake house situated on 3.5 acres. Located on Grand Portage lake in Mercer, WI in heavily wooded tall pines, within walking distance of several local establishments. The master bedroom contains a king size bed with twin toddler bed. The second bedroom has a queen size bed, while the third bedroom has a double bed. The fourth bedroom on the lower level, known as JW's bunk room includes two twin over full bunk beds. All bedrooms are outfitted with a bench, set of hooks and plenty of closet space. There is a Queen size sofa sleeper located on the lower level of the home as well. Enjoy the lake view from the spacious living room with large attached screened porch.

There are bike trails for everyone in the family from the Heart of Vilas paved bike trail system to the WinMan Trails featuring single-track flow trails for mountain and fat tire bikers. Mercer has 7.8 miles of dedicated bike trail with connections to the 52 mile Heart of Vilas trail system.

Grand Portage Lake is 148 acres in size with a max depth of 33 feet. Visitors have access to the lake from a public boat landing. Fish include Musky, Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike and Walleye. The lake's water is moderately clear. Our 301 ft. of frontage has a gradual approach and sand bottom. There is a private dock for use as well. The lake is known for fishing, jet skiing, kayaking, canoeing, tubing, and water skiing.

ATV/UTV trail is located at the driveway of the property for direct access to the 100 miles that the Mercer area has to offer with connections to an additional 250 miles of the Iron County trail system. (mercerdustyloons.com)

Conveniently located on snowmobile trail #8 of the Iron County trail system with direct access. Over 250 miles of groomed snowmobile trails in southern Iron County offer a variety of riding experiences. From former railroad grade, to heavily forested land, to the wide open spaces of marked trails across the Turtle Flambeau Flowage, riders understand why Iron County is the Snow Capital of Wisconsin. Mercer's trails are part of the 500+ miles of the Iron County Trail System. Riders may head north, all the way up into Michigan's Upper Peninsula as well as south, east and west to adjoining counties. The walkout basement entrance provides great access to the snowmobile gear area where you will find an ample amount of hooks to hang helmets, bibs, and coats. (mercersnogoers.com)

Cross-Country Skiing and Snowshoeing MECCA Trails offer 21 km of groomed cross-country skiing on rolling terrain and 3 miles of snowshoe or winter hiking trails. The cabin trailhead south of Mercer has a beautiful wood heated log chalet, changing room and outdoor toilets. Located at 4686N Fierick Rd, it’s open from 8 am-6pm. The Little Turtle trailhead is north of Mercer off Joe’s Shack Road. More information and trail reports are on their web site. (meccatrails.com)

Property manager

Josh Pfohl
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Lake view

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 9:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Twin size toddler bed in the master

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
You will be financially responsible for any damage to the rental by you or your party during the stay
Summer reservations (June,July,August) can only be made Saturday to Saturday (7 night min)
We do not provide bath or beach towels. Please remember to pack accordingly.

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

Mercer

Located in Mercer, this holiday home is on the waterfront. ABR Trails 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 Ottawa National Forest and Grand Portage Lake. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
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Mercer, WI

What's nearby

  • Grand Portage Lake - 7 min walk
  • Mercer Depot Museum - 9 min walk
  • Lake of the Falls - 12 min drive
  • Turtle Flambeau Flowage - 17 min drive
  • Lake of the Torches Casino - 28 min drive

Getting around

  • Ironwood, MI (IWD-Gogebic County) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Around The Corner Pub - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Pines Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Wolf's Den - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dear Lodge - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Lazy Ace Saloon - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Northwoods Lake Home - Direct Access to ATV/UTV/Snowmobile Trails pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Secluded Northwoods Lake Home - Direct Access to ATV/UTV/Snowmobile Trails?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Northwoods Lake Home - Direct Access to ATV/UTV/Snowmobile Trails?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Northwoods Lake Home - Direct Access to ATV/UTV/Snowmobile Trails located?

This family-friendly Mercer holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Grand Portage Lake, Carow Park and Mercer Depot Museum. Turtle-Flambeau Scenic Waters Area and Lake of the Falls are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

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

Vicky H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cousins on the loose
Loved our annual family vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Corey T.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Cabin
Great location and cabin meet our needs. View has perfect. Very nice experience. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Small Mouth Bass Heaven
We stayed here for 3 days for a small mouth bass fishing trip - this house is perfectly located in Mercer and has incredible lake views - fyi if you need groceries and get in late Snows market will deliver - this was a game changer since we got in lake and had to meet our guides early next morning
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyi C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect weekend getaway!
We loved this property! Beautiful view, even when the weather was not cooperating. The outdoor firepit area was the best, the chairs are amazing! So much room, we definitely want to come back with our kids and grandkids! Close to town, easy to find takeout, breakfast and shops.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view
Went up for a long weekend on sxs and was perfect a weekend full of laughs and a great time with friends
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
LNC Muskie Trip 2024
Beautiful property. Everything has been updated and looks great. The outdoor seating area was one of our favorite spots for the nightly campfire. Their rocking chairs are the best.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbi C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place to stay!
This property was everything the owner said it would be and more! All 8 of us had a really fun time. Will definitely try booking another stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vaughn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mercer Cabin
House was very clean. Easy access to all local amenities
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Fun
We enjoyed our stay at this beautiful property with 8 adults and 2 one year olds. We had plenty of room for all of us to sleep, and the beds were very comfortable. It was also extremely clean, which we appreciated! The indoor and outdoor living spaces were roomy and well stocked. The train set in the downstairs was a big hit with the little ones, and the 4 kayaks/2 paddleboards were a hit with the adults. With 2 docks and a raft, we had plenty of room to spread out and enjoy the water too. The view of the lake from the living room was absolutely beautiful. Also, being able to walk into town was so nice for all of us. Thanks Josh for sharing your lovely home! We will defintely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Debbie L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mercer side by siding
This is a beautiful location. And the view was amazing. The cleaning of the house needs some work. When we pulled some dishes out of the cupboard, they were dirty. The grill had to be cleaned before we could use it. Needed more toilet paper as the roll only had a few sheets and only one extra roll of paper. We had to go out and purchase more. The hand soap dispensers were near empty. Sure, could use an instruction book at the house. The TV was a nightmare to use. If we knew that things would be cleaned up, we will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great space for family and relaxation!
Very impressed with Josh as a host and his responsiveness. Our family enjoyed it so much that we will be booking another stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
amazing place. we love it.
beautiful house and view. chairs by fire pit were perfect. we used extra wood since we cooked steak and chicken over it and had amazing fires every night.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family time
Beautiful place on the lake with plenty of room for our family. Close to town. This is our 2nd year staying here. We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mother Daughter Week
We had a wonderful time the row boat & the kayaks GREATLY appreciated!!! The deers were just a delight!! The lake was AWESOME!! Thank you we have booked for next year!!! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dane D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Property
Very clean. Owner very responsive. Cabin is an older cabin that has been remodeled. They’ve done a nice job. Kayaks and screen porch are great. Fire pit is also very nice. Nice and close to town—kids biked there for doughnuts. Only complaint was the lawn was not mowed for the first five days and it needed it. Would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicky H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Loved everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Time away
Amazing view of the lake from the living room. We loved the walking path at the end of the driveway which was close enough to town. The house had plenty of room that if there were more people in your group you could have had your own space. There were plenty of games available for all ages to keep busy. The fire pit was nicely stocked with wood. The screened in porch was great for enjoying the outdoors while avoiding the mosquitoes. We had fun feeding the deer every day. It was nice to have 4 kayaks and two SUPs and a row boat available for use during our stay. As a veteran I enjoyed having a flag flying on the property as well but I would recommend a light to display the flag at night. We are looking forward to staying here again next year but this time with our 3 adult girls. Thanks for sharing your place with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley C., Harwood Heights,IL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
This is the 2nd time we have stated here and the property is beautiful and clean and perfect for our family visit to Mercer. It was a little chaotic traveling with a toddler and baby, but the property manager and local property rep were readily available and helpful with our concerns. I can’t forget to mention we had 3 deer visit the property at dinner time every night which was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

colleen w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful ATV Trip In Mercer
We recently stayed here for an ATV trip we planned for my husband's 50th birthday. The house was perfect for 4 wheeling- plenty of room for multiple side by sides and trailers. Super cute Kitchen and Bathrooms, amazing view. Plenty of room for 8 adults. We loved the firepit, large kitchen table for playing games and meals and just relaxing watching the view. If 4 wheeling- you can not beat this location. Super close to town yet, as others have said, secluded feel to it. Would love to come back in summer for the lake. Josh was a great host as he wanted to make sure I was aware of opening of the trails and provided additional information upon request, and flexible with our checkout time.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cabin
Overall good experience. Would rent again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

PHILLIP F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice cabin.
A very well built cabin with nice updates and on the snowmobile trail. Has ample parking for 2 trucks and trailers. Look forward to staying again in the future and in summer with the large screened in porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place close to town. Plenty of room.
Awesome place and hopefully its available next year for snowmobiling again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was clean and a great location for our snowmobile trip over the weekend.
Everything was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2023 Annual Sled Trip
Great place to stay. Super simple to find and right on the trail. Close to town but has an out in the woods feeling! Awesome spot and look forward to coming back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

James M., Rochester

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2nd time here was as great as the 1st
A group of 9 of us stayed here for the 2nd year in a row. Just like last year, Josh's place is incredibly comfortable, clean and perfectly situated for a weekend of snowmobiling. The house has everything needed for a big group, including comfortable beds, updated kitchen and plenty of seating for everyone to spend time together after a long day if riding. We look forward to going back for a 3rd consecutive year. Jim
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by Josh Pfohl

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My family has been traveling to the Mercer Wisconsin area for 8 years. While snowmobiling is what originally drew us to the area, we look forward to enjoying the many other opportunities that Iron county has to offer, such as the ATV/UTV trails, newly extended Bike path that connects to the Manitowish Waters system, and life on the lake in the summer.

Why they chose this property

We have four children, size and location of the home were key to making sure this was something we could enjoy for years to come. We have privacy, yet we are conveniently located to all the amenities that Mercer has to offer.

What makes this property unique

Lakefront, trailside, secluded yet within walking distance to restaurants, bars, and grocery stores.

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English

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