Natures retreat! Lakeside log cabin on 7 acres! Hike, Fish, Swim, Kayak, Spa!

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Docks, chairs, paddle boats, canoe, kayaks!

Take a STEAM SPA after a dip in our crystal clear lake!

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8167.2 sq m

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Explore the area

wautoma, Wi

Nordic Mountain
‪13 min drive‬
Long Lake
‪29 min drive‬
Golf Courses of Lawsonia
‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bunk Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

Loft

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Escape to the enchanting Blackberry Lodge, a rustic PET FRIENDLY Amish-built log cabin nestled in the beauty of central Wisconsin.

This idyllic lakefront retreat offers a serene getaway surrounded by nature's wonders. Nestled on seven acres of pristine nature, embark on adventures along the lighted trails that wind through the property.

Kayak, canoe, paddleboat, paddle board, fish, swim, EXPLORE! At night, bask in the starlight under our custom limestone firepit, and relax in our steam sauna.

Why Choose Blackberry Lodge?

• Top-rated VRBO in Waushara County
• Pet-friendly rustic Amish-built log cabin
• Nestled on 7 private acres in central Wisconsin
• Lakefront retreat with stunning nature views

Outdoor Adventures & Relaxation

• All-natural sandy beach along a crystal-clear lake
• Kayaks, paddle boats, paddle board, and canoe!
• Fish galore! Bluegills, bass, crappie, and even northern pike
• Pontoon raft for swimming in deep, spring-fed crystal-clear waters
• Scenic hiking trails winding through the property
• Cedar barrel steam sauna for ultimate relaxation
• Limestone fire pit with seating for 8 – perfect for stargazing and s’mores

Cabin Features & Comforts

• Expansive 1,000+ sq. ft. cedar decks with panoramic views
• 2 bedrooms + loft, sleeps 8
• Handcrafted Amish woodwork & furniture throughout
• Stone gas fireplace as the great room’s centerpiece
• Fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances
• Central air & heating for year-round comfort
• High-speed internet so you can stay connected

Nearby Attractions

• Wautoma (3 miles) – Shops, restaurants, coffee houses, farmers markets, and a wine bar
• Big Silver Lake (1 mile away) – Full waterski lake with a public boat landing
• Golf courses (under 5 minutes away) – Two scenic 18-hole public courses
• Wisconsin Dells (1.5 hours away) – Water parks, entertainment, and family fun
• Nordic Mountain (10-minute drive) – Skiing in winter, biking & hiking in summer

Unique Features

• Rustic yet beautiful Amish log cabin with top reviews
Pet-friendly – Your furry friend will love the trails, stream, and open spaces!
• Secluded & private – One of only five homes on the lake, no public access
• Crystal-clear lake and stream with sandy bottom, perfect for kids and nature lovers
• Outdoor game area with Cornhole
• Wildlife haven – Spot deer, eagles, hummingbirds, turkeys, and more!

Book Your Stay!

• Summer rentals: Friday-Friday only Memorial-Labor day
• Pet-friendly – check our reviews to see why pets (and their owners) love it here!

Escape the ordinary and experience the magic of Blackberry Lodge!

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Andrew conger

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 26

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Encouraged! They will love it!!

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total

Encouraged! 1st time renters may need insurance

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property damage protection with CSA insurance (purchased through VRBO) required for first time renters with pets or for rentals with 6 or more people.

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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 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

Wautoma

Located in Wautoma, this cabin is in a rural area and on the beach. Nordic Mountain and Lunch Creek Vineyard & Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Deppe State Wildlife Area and Long Lake. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

wautoma, Wi

What's nearby

Nordic Mountain - 13 min drive - 8.6 km
Long Lake - 29 min drive - 24.4 km
Golf Courses of Lawsonia - 43 min drive - 41.7 km
Crystal River - 44 min drive - 41.6 km
Green Lake - 45 min drive - 40.0 km

Getting around

Appleton, WI (ATW-Appleton Intl.) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
‪Culver's - ‬10 min drive
‪B R Diner - ‬13 min drive
‪Dairy Queen - ‬10 min drive
‪Lakeshore Family Restaurant - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Natures retreat! Lakeside log cabin on 7 acres! Hike, Fish, Swim, Kayak, Spa! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Natures retreat! Lakeside log cabin on 7 acres! Hike, Fish, Swim, Kayak, Spa! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Natures retreat! Lakeside log cabin on 7 acres! Hike, Fish, Swim, Kayak, Spa! ?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Natures retreat! Lakeside log cabin on 7 acres! Hike, Fish, Swim, Kayak, Spa! located?

This Wautoma cabin is on the beach, 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from Nordic Mountain, and within 12 mi (20 km) of ThedaCare Medical Center - Wild Rose and Chippy's Dog Park. Lunch Creek Vineyard & Winery is 11.6 mi (18.6 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly G.

28 Mar 2025

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

Perfect property for comfort, fun, and nature loving!

This property and host was my favorite VRBO rental ever. The host was flexible, kind, and responsive. The property was AMAZING, and the lodge had every detail perfect for comfortable enjoyment of nature. Highlights included watching birds and deer at the feeders, walking the trails, watching sunrises and snow fall from the comfy furniture on the covered porch, reading by the fire, kayaking, moving from snow to sauna, playing games in the hut, and quality and affordable dinner at the supper club. The kitchen was well stocked with things most rentals overlook. Comfy beds. Sad we could only stay 2 nights. We plan to return in summer! Thank you for an amazing stay!!!!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Minnie S.

16 Mar 2025

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John Q.

10 Mar 2025

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

Aces All Around

Great expansive property. Rustic yet modern. Beautiful country and serenity privacy.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan L.

6 Feb 2025

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

Lovely cabin retreat

Cozy, up-to-date, well-kept property with great privacy. Perfect for a family or small group. Great communication with the host. Would definitely stay there again!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas K.

1 Dec 2024

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

Amazing property

We love the Wautoma area and this property was one of the best we have stayed at! The house is amazing, the land is beautiful, and the property manager was outstanding! We have already booked another stay here because we loved it so much. A defiant booking if you are in the area.

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark A.

12 Nov 2024

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

Family Get Together

This Wautoma cabin provided a fabulous venue for our get together with our son and daughter-in-law for a delayed 40th Birthday celebration for our son. We enjoyed fall walks on the property, biking country roads, a fun fire pit, and watching our son and daughter-in-law introduce their dog to the canoe. The owner was very responsive to all of our questions and I look forward to an opportunity for a repeat visit.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn B.

24 Oct 2024

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

Just what we needed!

We absolutely loved our mini vacation! Got out of the craziness and right into tranquility! Beautiful log home with hiking trails and a great little beach. We even went canoeing which is something we haven’t done since high school church youth group trips. Yep, I’m still kinda sore😉. The weather was perfect and so was our stay at BlackBerry Lodge. Can’t wait to bring the family back in the summer! You guys rock!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

24 Oct 2024

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

Love this place

This was our second time staying at BlackBerry Lodge, and it was just as amazing as the first stay. We enjoy fishing off the dock- very easy to catch bluegill. The cabin is meticulously clean, the host is always available and check-in is easy. We used the grill both times, and it is wonderful. I have nothing but positive things to say about this place.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

tammy k.

22 Oct 2024

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

Nice home tucked away in the woods.

This is a lovely tucked away in the trees type of home. Lot’s of wild life near the property and cute winding paths and trails. The road leading to the house is like having your own personal tunnel of trees which was nice every time we left and returned to the cabin. I will say this is a secluded house in terms of not seeing other homes nearby but as far as sound it's not all that secluded. There is a nearby house across the creek which you can't see but you can definitely hear if they are "noisy neighbors" which in our case our last couple of days they were. Our peaceful, serenity of mother nature, animal, and tree sounds got drowned out from loud blasting music, banging sounds like they were building something or playing very loud yard games. Thankfully it was just the last couple of days of our trip and not our whole trip. Sound really travels. Communication with Andrew was great he answered all questions, responded promptly and was very courteous. We enjoyed the water toys on the lake too, which was very nice. A few suggestions for the house it can use more storage. A table with some drawers along the wall the staircase is on and a small side table next to the sliding door could be helpful as well. Maybe some more shelves under the two existing one’s and books removed from their current location in kitchen to some shelves. The two beds should switch locations as upstairs is bigger more of a master suite. We enjoyed our trip very much and escaped our hectic city lives.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

William U.

30 Sept 2024

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

Quiet & Relaxing

The property was good, a beautiful original log cabin including contents. Any problems or questions were handled promptly by the owner. Total seclusion with lighted trails through 7 acres and lake access.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanie Z.

19 Sept 2024

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

Something for everyone

Place is as advertised. Andrew provides a comprehensive welcome document to ensure you are aware of guest expectation but also neat insights. I would recommend bring your own toiletries and extra paper towels. This place is designed to accommodate the whole family and it was so dog friendly. My dog had a blast!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

9 Sept 2024

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Great family time

Beautiful property at a wonderful location. Excellent family time. Enjoyed by all.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa T.

27 Aug 2024

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

Great, hard to find property!

Our family of five (three kids and our dog) enjoyed a long weekend at Blackberry Lodge, and it was great. It’s rare to find a place that offers everything this lodge does – privacy, seclusion in the woods, a lake for fishing and swimming, pet-friendly accommodations, and a beautifully furnished cabin. We spent our days playing cornhole, kayaking, swimming, paddleboarding, and canoeing. The Weber grill and cozy porch area were big highlights for us. We briefly used the sauna, but think this would be a great highlight in the fall and winter. This property truly has everything you need to relax and disconnect!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose Z.

10 Aug 2024

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

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy J.

10 July 2024

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

Fun Family Getaway

The lodge was very clean and homey. A quiet and relaxing location. Loved going in the lake and taking the kayaks out! Also enjoyed the grill. Highly recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

3 July 2024

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

Perfect family getaway!

We had so much fun at this beautiful cabin in the woods. The cabin had everything we needed. Everyone loved all the water toys on the lake, campfire, hiking, games, and hanging on the porch. Perfect family getaway. So relaxing!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jake L.

17 June 2024

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

Amazing Property

Property is amazing. Don't hesitate to book.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelli T.

9 June 2024

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

Wonderful, relaxing family vacation with dogs

My family (children ages 19, 14 &11) & our two dogs, had a wonderful, relaxing vacation at Blackberry Lodge. Booking, check-in & check-out were simple. The host, Andrew, was very responsive & friendly. The location of the lodge is beautiful, surrounded by trees & nature. We saw deer, various birds, & squirrels right from the deck. The lodge itself was beautiful, cozy & clean & had everything we needed plus more. The lake is a short walk through the trees, on natural trails. The water of the lake is clear & you can walk out for quite a distance before it gets deep. The whole family was able to explore the lake with the available kayaks, canoe, paddle board & paddleboat. We fished (catch & release), spotted turtles, swam. We explored the stream. The kids enjoyed the hut with foosball & darts. The dogs were able to swim, run on the trails, lounge on the beach & the dock. It was rainy off & on during our stay but we still very much enjoyed just relaxing. We didn’t turn the TV on our entire stay (4 nights)! We visited a couple different towns close by (Wautoma & Red Granite) for coffee, dinner one night & ice cream. Everyone had a great time. We did not want to leave & we will be back! *Note for those clean freaks…You will get sand on/in things. As long as we dried the dogs off & wiped our feet good before going into the lodge, we didn’t have much sand inside. Also, sand on the beach & in the lake is more of a mixture of sand & mud…it’s a lake, not the ocean.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

19 May 2024

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

Beautiful cabin in the woods

Cabin was very clean and modern, while keeping the log cabin feel. Owners have thought of everything, with little touches all over the place (seating by creek on trails, buckets to carry wood, life jackets for the boats, etc.). Offering the wood for purchase (honor system) was also a great perk. We caught many fish at the lake, saw all kinds of interesting animals (giant turtle, woodpeckers, owl). Truly a wonderful place!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karie W.

14 May 2024

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

Perfect Wautoma Cabin.

Beautiful log cabin set on 7 acres of wooded property. Pet friendly, several trails with soft landscape lighting for night walks, wood sauna steps from cabin, beautiful wrap around deck, new large grill, plenty of wood in wood shed for fire pit along with a wagon to load and carry wood, several watercraft available with easy access, peaceful and quiet, only a 6 minute drive to Mt. Mount Morris Mill coffee shop for coffee. The stream can be heard from the cabin deck, cornhole just outside of the cabin, family and card games available, plenty of outdoor lighting available, several planters throughout property filled with flowers. Fun little extra cabin next to fire pit with foosball, a mini-bar, and its own screened in porch with chairs. Comfortable seating by corn hole, fire pit, and on deck, as well as benches along side the trails and stream. Plenty of towels and extra blankets if needed. Bonus to have a clear view from the lake of the Northern Lights! Andrew was the perfect host, providing every detail prior to check in, confirming we checked in ok, and prompt follow up to all communication. Highly recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany S.

12 Apr 2024

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

Remote cabin- perfect for kids & dogs!

My husband and I, plus my parent's, two kiddos, and two pups all spent a long weekend at Andrew's cabin. Everything about this place was exactly what we were looking for. As mentioned, it sits on seven acres with plenty of areas to explore. We spent a lot of mornings out on the paddle boats with the kids and pups. The water was obviously a little too cold for us humans, but that didn't stop the pups from taking a dip. The cabin itself is fully stocked with everything you could possibly need including free popcorn! The host also left us blackberry jam, blackberry chocolates, and blackberry flavored water. DELICIOUS! We loved enjoying the fire pit and the game room. Although the cabin feels very remote, the town of Wautoma and nearby smaller towns have plenty to do. Lots of wineries, breweries and eating establishments. We'd love to return to this place when the weather is nice and we can do more swimming. Crystal clear water and shallow enough for our kids to enjoy. Obviously, I would not hesitate to recommend this place to anyone looking for a weekend getaway- especially if you're looking to get away from the hustle and bustle.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew N.

2 Apr 2024

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Great getaway!!!

My family really enjoyed the peace and tranquility. They also enjoyed watching the wild life. The lake if very low and did not see any fish. If staying the in area and plan to fish, you may want to fish on one of the larger lakes in the area. There is an abundance of lakes in the area.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hildegard S.

11 Mar 2024

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Great cabin in the woods

Had a lovely time in the knotty pine cabin with lovely windows overlooking airy pines. Great porch and porch furniture for napping in the sun. Enjoyed the game cabin too. What a bonus!!!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle H.

5 Mar 2024

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

Perfect getaway

Beautiful place, perfect getaway.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

5 Jan 2024

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Wonderful Place

Fantastic cabin and location. Couldn't have asked for nicer hosts as well. We had a wonderful time

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Andrew conger

We are a family of four who love to camp, enjoy nature, fish, and hike, and loves to be on the water.
Everyone who visits falls in love with the privacy, nature, wildlife, lake and stream, and peaceful setting. Experience the tranquility and beauty of the property that we have! You will be glad you did!

Why they chose this property

Blackberry Lodge is like your own PRIVATE park in the woods. Its peaceful beyond imagination and just what you need to 'get away from it all.' You will not find another property like it. I promise!

What makes this property unique

So may things to do...Wake up to sun peeking through the forest off our deck with the sound of a trickling stream in the distance and a view of the lake. Enjoy a fresh cup of coffee listening to the leaves rustling in the wind. Take a nature walk. Explore. Dive into the crystal clear spring fed water from our raft. Let the sand run through your toes on our private beach. Watch the many colorful birds visit our feeders. Play board games from our free selection. Take a canoe ride around the lake. Go fishing.

Visit the rock quarry park in Redgranite and swim in the deep quarry lake. Play horseshoes in our sandy horseshoe pit. Explore the antique shops of Wautoma, Wild Rose, or Berlin and Amish country where quilts, baked goods, furniture, and crafts are sold. Build a fire in our custom limestone fire pit. Have a beer on the deck. Relax. Golf at two challenging public courses less than 5 miles away. Watch a movie on Netflix with FREE popcorn provided. Take your shoes off and explore our sand bottom stream. Catch some frogs. Visit one of the MANY outstanding restaurants less than 5 minutes away. Take a paddle boat ride. Play some foosball . Sit on the dock bench and enjoy our lake views. Get some sun. Visit the farm market in Wautoma.

Throw some steaks on our large stainless steel grill. Have a glass of wine. Relax. Take a 5 minute drive to Nordic Mountain resort, ski or tube in the winter, hike the awesome trails, or take the exciting mountain bike paths in the summer. Listen to great music from Pandora. Watch the birds. Read a book on the deck. Hear that? Silence. Build a night fire and roast some marshmallows. Warm up next to our cozy stone gas fireplace. Visit the log bar in the hut for 'cocktail hour.' Sit on the screened in porch watching the fire. Look at the awesome stars. No city lights here. Take a bike ride on the country tree lined roads. Walk to the lake at night to see the Milky Way. Re-connect with your family and friends!

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