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Cozy Retreat on South Turtle Lake Updated

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Private kitchen
Private kitchen
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

Explore the area

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Winchester, WI
  • North Lakeland Discovery Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Rest Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Presque Isle Lake
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Minocqua, WI (ARV-Lakeland)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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About this property

Cozy Retreat on South Turtle Lake Updated

Welcome to The Skybird – Your Cozy Escape in the Northwoods!
Whether you're here for the fishing, the fall colors, winter trails, or summer lakeside lounging, The Skybird is your year-round home base for Northwoods adventure and relaxation.

Tucked away on beautiful South Turtle Lake, this charming cabin at Sportsman’s Motel & Resort blends vintage flair with modern comforts. Completely remodeled in 2022, it’s a fresh, cozy space with all the essentials you need to feel right at home – no matter the season!

Inside The Skybird, you'll find a thoughtfully designed studio-style space that makes the most of every square inch – perfect for couples, solo travelers, or small groups who want comfort, convenience, and a touch of rustic charm.

Inside the Unit:
- Fresh 2022 remodel with updated finishes and furnishings
- Kitchenette with brand new appliances: full-size fridge, stove, microwave & coffee maker
- Fully stocked with cookware, dishes & utensils – perfect for easy meals or fish fry nights
- Dining table for meals, puzzles, or your favorite card game
- Comfy sleeping/living area with smart TV & high-speed WiFi
- Oversized lake-view window to soak in the scenery
- Sparkling clean full bathroom with modern upgrades


Outside & Nearby:
- Shared dock access on South Turtle Lake – bring your gear or cast a line from the shore
- Two rowboats {first come, first serve} available for guests
- Fish cleaning station for your fresh catches
- Shared firepit – ideal for s’mores, stories & starry nights
- Picnic tables for al fresco meals by the lake
- WinMan Trails
- Direct access to ATV/UTV trails
- Nearby trails for hiking, biking, snowshoeing & cross-country skiing
- Easy access to snowmobile routes in winter
- Explore the Manitowish Waters 10-Lake Chain – perfect for boating or kayaking
- Local shops, supper clubs, and charming Northwoods spots just down the road


Since 1956, Sportsman’s Motel & Resort has been a place where traditions begin and memories are made. Whether you're reeling in a musky, sipping coffee by the window, or watching the snow fall from the warmth of your cabin, The Skybird offers the perfect mix of adventure and peace. Ready to write your next chapter in the Northwoods? We’d love to welcome you.

Need more space? The Sportsman’s Motel & Resort offers 5 lakefront units that can be rented individually or as one place that sleeps a total of 21 guests. Reach out for more information.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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

Important information

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Presque Isle

Presque Isle is home to this cabin. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Gogebic County Forest and Ottawa National Forest, while Little Bohemia Lodge and Mercer Depot Museum are cultural highlights.
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Winchester, WI

What's nearby

  • North Lakeland Discovery Center - 6 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Rest Lake - 6 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Presque Isle Lake - 11 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Crawford Lake - 13 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Carlin Lake - 14 min drive - 14.8 km

Getting around

  • Ironwood, MI (IWD-Gogebic County) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Bohemia Lodge - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Smokey's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Manny’s Parkside - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Retreat Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pea Patch Motel & Saloon - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Retreat on South Turtle Lake Updated pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Retreat on South Turtle Lake Updated?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Retreat on South Turtle Lake Updated?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Retreat on South Turtle Lake Updated located?

Situated in Presque Isle, this cabin is within 6 miles (10 km) of Rest Lake, Rest Lake Park Road and North Lakeland Discovery Center. Statehouse Lake and Vance Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great stay!

As advertised. Beautiful location on the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

jeffery p.

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

Fall get away

Wish I could have stayed longer.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig P.

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

Four Days on Crab Lake

The property was perfect for my needs and fishing off site. (Except the thunder storms).
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

mark k.

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

fun

fishing was great, owners were very nice and hard workers. Can't wait to go back.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Reid R.

Beautiful

Very clean all new appliances that worked perfectly excellent coffee maker. The beds were very comfortable and the scenery was breathtaking.
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10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Vintage

Perfect place to stay... simple, beautiful and quite. Thanks for sharing with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Ronda W.

Our new favorite place to stay in the Northwoods

Great motel. The updates are perfect, it is so cute and makes me think it didn’t look a whole lot different back in the day. Very clean and the owners are great! Hubby caught his first muskie right off the peer! We will definitely stay here when we are up there in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth A.

Perfect getaway!

I loved everything about this recently renovated tiny Sportsman’s Lodge suite! It was super clean, amazing view, QUIET! The vintage decor brought back amazing memories, comfortable, everything you needed. My sister and I read on the dock, enjoyed a fire in the great fire pit. Located with easy access to restaurants, grocery, etc. and short drives to many other fun Northwoods towns! We are definitely returning next fall!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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6/10 Okay

Brian W.

Cute but pricey

Internet was very good. Shower was good. Kitchen was well furnished,
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10/10 Excellent

Jeremey R.

Wonderful Northwoods Cabin

We loved this place, the room had much more than just a basic hotel/lodge including a great view out the back. The location was perfect, we’ll be back again.

10/10 Excellent

Jodi C.

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

Best little cabin in the area, with great views!

Our cabin was really cute! They’ve done a really nice job updating parts of it while keeping much of the originality of this vintage motel! The shower is glorious! It’s large and beautiful! We went toward the end of August so it was pretty hot and humid most days, but cooler at night. The only thing we wished we had was either air conditioning, or the ability to open windows. To cool it down in the evenings, we had to leave our doors open. They did, however, provide us with a large box fan which was helpful. We also loved sitting outside (lakeside) and meeting and having drinks with our cabin neighbors, grilling steaks, and watching the sunsets! The two benches on the dock were really nice to sit on and take in the beauty! One thing we wished they had was a meat thermometer! We used the awesome Weber kettle grill twice during our stay (and everything turned out so wonderfully), but we missed that one item. Not a big deal, just worth mentioning. We would highly recommend this cabin to anyone, and we will be planning to go back in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe V.

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

Peaceful

Very nice accommodations at a peaceful lake setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim D.

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

Very nice. The owner was unbelievable in helping us out and insuring our stay was the best.

The property was in an excellent location. Beautiful view of the lake. It was better than expected. Very clean and nicely decorated. The owner went above and beyond in accommodating us. I will definitely go back again and recommend the resort to my family and friends.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
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8/10 Good

Anna K.

Cozy place with a nice view

I enjoyed the location and the view. One thing that i didn’t enjoy is how early you have to check out in the morning. Also the cleaning lady was there 20 min earlier than the check out, knocking on the door. I felt rushed to get out

10/10 Excellent

David T.

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

Great little place

Would stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Sportsmans of South Turtle LLC E.

6 stars

A north woods treasure! Spectacular location surrounded by woods, lakes and trails to explore all day! Rooms are clean, stocked and have lots of new updates of appliances, furnishings and bathrooms, all done up without losing that cozy cabin feel! Highly recommended and planning to return :)

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