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Dog-friendly lakefront home with a private beach, dock, firepit, & kayaks

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Living area
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Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Mercer, WI
  • Grand Portage Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Mercer Depot Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Lake of the Falls
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Minocqua, WI (ARV-Lakeland)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Dog-friendly lakefront home with a private beach, dock, firepit, & kayaks

Little Pines Cottage

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Experience a peaceful vacation at this charming two-story home, featuring a private dock, a swimmable beach area, and serene lake views. When you’re not fishing, swimming, or exploring the lake on the provided paddleboard or kayaks, you’ll find several must-see attractions just a few miles away. Capture the perfect selfie at Claire D' Loon, enjoy the trails at WinMan Trails cycling park, or visit Schomberg County Park. For year-round family fun, head to Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort, located just 33 miles from your door.

Back at your lakeside retreat, the well-equipped island kitchen is perfect for everything from your morning coffee to elaborate dinners. Gather in the dining area or enjoy al fresco meals on the furnished deck, which provides a lovely setting for outdoor dining. Two upper-floor living areas offer comfortable seating and smart TVs ready for streaming your favorite shows. The additional basement living space is ideal for younger guests seeking their own retreat during your stay.

Outside, discover multiple decks, including a lakeside dock perfect for relaxing afternoons, a picnic table for meals with a view, and a firepit for evening gatherings under the stars.

This home also features a washer and dryer, allowing you to pack light for your visit

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.

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 4 vehicles.

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
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Water view

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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 2.
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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

Mercer

Located in Mercer, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Frog Lake And Pines State Natural Area and Moose Lake State Natural Area, while Mercer Depot Museum and Little Bohemia Lodge are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Mercer, WI

What's nearby

  • Grand Portage Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Mercer Depot Museum - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Lake of the Falls - 15 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Turtle Flambeau Flowage - 20 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Nokomis Lake - 29 min drive - 19.4 km

Getting around

  • Ironwood, MI (IWD-Gogebic County) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wolf's Den - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Around The Corner Pub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Pines Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Gateway Lodge - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Liberty Way Tap House - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog-friendly lakefront home with a private beach, dock, firepit, & kayaks pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dog-friendly lakefront home with a private beach, dock, firepit, & kayaks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-friendly lakefront home with a private beach, dock, firepit, & kayaks?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog-friendly lakefront home with a private beach, dock, firepit, & kayaks located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Grand Portage Lake and within 3 mi (5 km) of Mercer Depot Museum and Carow Park. Frog Lake And Pines State Natural Area and Plunkett Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

8.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

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

Excellent stay

The place was incredibly clean. Updated and comfortable. Location is great, quiet and private. I would absolutely recommend and stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jaclynn J.

Great property on the lake!

We absolutely loved the kayaks and paddle boat. We enjoyed the water and the views from the backyard were awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Deadra R.

Family

I loved being away from home and spending quality time with my family. Lots of room for the guests we had join us on this trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kay S.

Quiet Retreat

Great spacious comfortable. Loved the lake. Close to town. Cute fun town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Peggy S.

Great home on the lake

Beautiful peaceful setting on a nice lake. The home was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Cathy C.

Awesome cabin layout and close to a town

2 miles to a grocery store, ice cream shop etc. Layout of the cabin was great with the kitchen on one side and bedrooms on the other, perfect quiet bedroom location since we had a baby along. Plenty of storage & space in the kitchen and the whole cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindy L.

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

Beautiful Location

Beautiful home on the lake. This place is close to town. A nice place to relax with friends for the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

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

Little Pines Cottage

W the welcoming calls of loons from crystal clear Grand Portage Lake. What a wonderful stay! The cottage was beautifully appointed. The ample outside spaces provided postcard views. Located close to grocery, downtown restaurants and the Heart of Vilas bike trail head, we could not have enjoyed our stay more and look forward to our visiting again soon.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holli C.

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

Great cabin

The cabin was in a great location; close to town but in the woods on a nice quiet lake perfect for fishing and kayaking. The property had several perfect outdoor spaces for bonfire and viewing the lake. The kids enjoyed the paddle boats, kayaks, and swimming. Fishing was amazing right off the dock. The beds were comfortable and kitchen was new and clean. We had a great time here and recommend it to anyone traveling up north. Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Alexa L.

Great beach front for young children

Cozy and clean home. The lakefront/beach area was perfect for our young kids (7,5,4) and we enjoyed the use of the paddle boat as well. There was an issue with an appliance, management was responsive and respectful. They managed the concern to the best of their ability. Overall a great property for a family to enjoy!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tayler A.

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

Memorial Day Memories

This weekend was a perfect get away. The house was cute and quaint. We felt comfortable and at home while staying here. We have two little boys and they absolutely loved the yard, beach and dock. They spent all day playing in the water and sand letting their imaginations run wild. The lake was perfect for cruises, fishing was hit and miss this weekend but still caught a Northern, large mouth bass and little blue gills. Would recommend this property to anyone looking for a nice get away weekend with friends and family. Plenty of space for everyone and love that it’s pet friendly. Our dog Emma didn’t want to leave, she loved everything just as much as we did.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Jeremy H.

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

Nice location, but could have been more

The property was clean on the inside, but the outside did not seem to be maintained all that well. The lawn needed mowed and there were leaves in the yard and the landscaping from last fall that had not been addressed. The house was clean, but dated and not inviting for the typical vrbos that we have stayed at. This had the appearance of a home that someone had tried to sell and was Vrbo-ing until they can bet a better price. Meanwhile, a property management company seemed to be handling all the transactions. The TV had an Amazon Firestick that had a goofy password that needed to be entered to watch most anything. We had to call vacate and wait online to retrieve that password. For the price, we expected more.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

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