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Little Muskie Retreat on Little Muskie Lake, Canoe included! Snowmobile!

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Front of home with lake
Livingroom
Living room
3 Person canoe included!
Sandy bottom swim area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Woodruff, WI
  • Torpy Park Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Minocqua Park Complex
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Bearskin State Trail
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Minocqua, WI (ARV-Lakeland)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4 / Gameroom

1 Double Futon

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Little Muskie Retreat on Little Muskie Lake, Canoe included! Snowmobile!

Best of both worlds describes our Northwoods ranch home w/100' of sand frontage on Little Muskie Lake. Just 3-1/2 miles north of downtown Minocqua.

Enjoy a memorable Northwoods vacation at The Little Muskie Retreat in Arbor Vitae. Our lake house offers a beautiful wooded setting above 79 acre Little Muskie Lake. There are about 30 steps down to the lake. A private boat launch is available just two piers away from our private pier. There is plenty of parking for you with the horse-shoe like driveway for your vehicles and boat trailer. Curl up with a book and get cozy by the gas fireplace during the cooler months, and stream your favorite movies and shows on the flat-screen TV using the complimentary WiFi. Savor a meal and the view on the wrap around deck!

The game room has a fold out futon which is also used as a 4th bedroom. The kitchen features hickory cabinets, beautiful wood beamed ceiling in dining and open kitchen/dining with breakfast bar.

Our cabin is close to shopping, petting zoo, dining, golf and hiking/biking trails with the peace and quiet of the Northwoods. We are less than one mile from a major trail head which you can snowmobile to right from the cabin!

SNOWMOBILERS: Garage parking access for parking 6-7 sleds! Easy access to trails, less than 1 mile away.

Things to know:

Free WiFi

Full kitchen with dishwasher

Charcoal grill

3-person canoe

Central air conditioner

Game room with futon, games, TV

Property manager

Adrian & Tammi Tengler
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

No pets allowed
1 Dog under 35lbs allowed, otherwise inquire.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Rates based on 6 people. $15 per person per night over 6 people

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 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

Woodruff

Located in Woodruff, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Campanile Center for the Arts and Vilas County Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at St. Germain Golf 9 Hole and Timber Ridge Golf Club. Travelling with kids? Consider Rock Falls Riding Stable LLC, or check out an event or a game at Lakeland Hawks Ice Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Woodruff, WI

What's nearby

  • Rock Falls Riding Stable LLC - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Torpy Park Beach - 5 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Northwoods Wildlife Center - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Minocqua Park Complex - 7 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Bearskin State Trail - 8 min drive - 5.9 km

Getting around

  • Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Nacho's Mexican Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Perkins American Food Co. - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Little Muskie Retreat on Little Muskie Lake, Canoe included! Snowmobile! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Little Muskie Retreat on Little Muskie Lake, Canoe included! Snowmobile!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Little Muskie Retreat on Little Muskie Lake, Canoe included! Snowmobile!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Little Muskie Retreat on Little Muskie Lake, Canoe included! Snowmobile! located?

This family-friendly Woodruff holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Rock Falls Riding Stable LLC and Dr. Kate Museum. Island City Antique Market is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 78 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Monica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little Muskie Retreat
Great property and lovely stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephanie w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family snowmobile weekend
Great place to stay with the kids to snowmobile. Close to the trails. Just a short drive on the lake and across Hwy 51 and you are on the trails. The owner responded immediately to all our messages. House was clean and perfect for our family of 5. Added bonus to have the garage to keep our snowmobiles at night. House was bigger than the pics showed I thought which was a nice surprise. Will definitely stay here again and would love to come up in the summer!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
LIttle Muskie
We were in the area for snow biking. The property was as advertised and the hosts were exceptional to work with. The gas fire place is easy to operate and a great option to come home to in the evenings.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend
Big turn around driveway for trucks with trailers. Roomy inside with a beautiful view. Close to amenities. Very nice owners, easy to get ahold of by messaging host.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serenity
Calming, relaxing, peaceful. Bald eagles hang out in the trees and lake, greeted us when we pulled up. Wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice home on Little Muskie Lake
Stayed in late September. The home is in very good condition, well decorated, and had above and beyond what we needed to enjoy our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
North Country Holiday
We had a delightful stay at Little Muskie Retreat. The cabin had everything we needed and wanted. It was extremely well cared for and the love the owners had for it was very visible. It was chilly when we arrived and we were glad for the heat in the mornings. But later in the week, we were glad for the AC also. We fished off the dock and had an excellent time - at least I did because I was happy to catch dozens of bluegills on wax worms but my husband wasn't so lucky using flies. I kept telling him to add a worm to his flies. The views of the lake were the perfect setting for a relaxing week. Thank you for allowing us to use your Retreat.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Property, ok location
The house was exactly as listed and worked great for our family. The lake was perfect for the kids to swim and fish in. Canoe was a nice addition. If we could change anything, the traffic noise. It very close to Hwy 51.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great lakefront spot!
Enjoyed the cabin and fishing and swimming off the dock and boat ride to bbq.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheri D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location !
The location was perfect and the lake had plenty of fish to be caught. The boat launch was a bit on the steeper side but not an issue for us. Communication with the owner was excellent. Plenty of space for our family!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place
Clean, easy to work with, nice stay
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place
The second time we have stayed at this property. As before the property was clean and as listed. Close to lots of amenities which is no small feat this far north.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harmony A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great choice 👌
Cute property with wonderful views all around to enjoy nature. Conveniently located near the highway made for a quick trip to town. I think this place has a good opportunity to only get better. The wifi was a little shotty & the primary bed was lumpy & squeaky. I didn't experience any real problems & would recommend staying here for anyone who wants some time to create memorable experiences not to be forgotten with a significant other or family/group.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becca E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend
The cabin was beautiful and clean! It had everything we needed and more! The backyard area was where we spent most of our time and it was such a relaxing space! The lake view from the backyard was absolutely INCREDIBLE. We look forward to our next trip back, and would highly recommend staying at this cabin to anyone and everyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cabin and Lake. Poor Boat Launch
The house was perfect and everything we expected. Lake was a great size and we caught a bunch of good size pan fish. It was perfect for skiing and tubing. The boat launch was horrendous, which I realize is not the owners fault, however, we didn’t know it was this bad which was surprising to us when we went to launch our boat. Just want people to be aware of this. We were able to get our boat in and out but it was a struggle!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bev B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Northwoods
Great location, close to town. Nice swim area, plenty of room for parking.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little Muskie Cottage stay in July
Very spacious cottage on the lake. We enjoyed the week’s stay with beautiful weather and views.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice
So clean! Super comfy bed! Would recommend 5 stars!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Snowmobile trip
House was clean and set up perfectly for our group. Snowmobile trail was close by. Full kitchen was very useful. We would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
winter getaway
Easy access in and out of property, roomy home, very clean. Large turnaround driveway.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a lovely family weekend stay 'up north'
This place is wonderful! The bedrooms are quiet, and the beds are comfortable. The view of the lake, the deck, the fire pit area were all lovely. The swing set and slide were a major bonus for my 2.5 year old granddaughter :) There's a nice sized, well equipped kitchen for me to pound out some easy/fun family favorite recipes. A huge thank you to our hosts who made the stay so easy and welcoming!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alice R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice
Had a great time. Location was perfect for our family to enjoy all that Minoqua has to offer. Property was great for our family with grown kids. Cooked meals there, used the large deck and fire pit. Appreciated that it had a washer and dryer, dishwasher, wood for campfires and movies available on the tv. It was very clean and had plenty of room. Very beautiful view of the lake with lovely sunsets.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family getaway
Comfortable cabin atmosphere with your own private lake
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mellina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Centrally located wonderful cabin in the Northwoods
This place had everything we needed for a relaxing, fun stay. The accommodations were very nice and the cabin was clean and comfortable. The fishing wasn't great, but the dock was very nice and we enjoyed the canoe a lot. There were a few too many weeds for the kids to enjoy swimming, but they didn't bother us parents. The hosts were great and communication was prompt. We would definitely recommend this spot and hope to be back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Adrian & Tammi Tengler

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We grew up, and still live in Southern Wisconsin but love the Northwoods. Our family used to travel to the Minocqua area when we were kids. We have many great memories from those trips. Ever since those days we've always wanted a cabin of our own in the Minocqua area. This is our only rental property so we love it and care for it as our own home. This property is also our vacation home which we love and cherish! Because of this we expect our guests to do so as well.

What makes this property unique

We fell in love with this property because of its unique location where it is private yet only minutes from the popular downtown Minocqua area.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests