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Secluded Getaway Access to 2 Lakes, Sauna, Game room

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, table football
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, table football
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Birchwood, WI
  • Lake Chetac
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Sprit Lake
  • Bennett Lake

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About the area

Birchwood

With a stay at this cabin in Birchwood, you'll be on the waterfront, just steps from Lake Chetac and a 3-minute drive from Garbutt Island. .This family-friendly cabin is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Birch Lake and 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from Little Sissbagama Lake.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Chetac - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Birch Lake - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Balsam Lake - 11 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Little Sissbagama Lake - 12 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Spider Lake - 19 min drive - 16.5 km

Getting around

  • Eau Claire, WI (EAU-Chippewa Valley Regional) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ed's Pit Stop - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mary's Bluegill Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Birchwood Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪BP - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Chit Chat Bar - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Secluded Getaway Access to 2 Lakes, Sauna, Game room

Wake up to unforgettable sunrises over Big Chetac Lake and end the day with a cold drink watching the sunset over your own private lakefront oasis. This spacious 2.9-acre wooded retreat blends rustic charm with modern comforts — perfect for fishing trips, family getaways, or a cozy Up North escape.

✦ Highlights You’ll Love

- Outdoor Sauna & Changing Room – detox and relax in the northwoods
- Deck with Built-In Fire Pit & Gazebo – the ultimate spot for sunsets and stargazing.
- Private Master Deck – enjoy sweeping views of lake and woods
- 700 ft of Shoreline + Dock – swim, boat, or fish right from the property.
- Game Room Fun – foosball, ping pong, and air hockey.
- Year-Round Adventure – ATV/snowmobile trails, nearby islands to explore, and top fishing on 2,000+ acres of Big Chetac.

🛏 The Space

- Bedrooms: Cozy pine interiors and a master with private balcony.
- Bathrooms: Modern ceramic tile + bonus 3rd bathroom in basement.
- Kitchen: Fully stocked with farm sink + dishwasher.
- Living Area: “Up North” charm with plenty of space to relax.

🐟 Outdoor Living

- Cast your line in legendary Big Chetac fishing waters (rent boats/pontoons nearby).
- Explore 2,000+ acres of water, sandbars, and islands — bring your adventurous side!
- Or enjoy the serenity of your own quiet back lake just steps away.
- Take a nap in the hammock

🎲 Entertainment

- Rainy day? Head to the basement game room for family tournaments.
- Prefer downtime? Grab a book, curl up in the cozy living room, or sip wine under the gazebo.

📍 Location

Nestled between Birchwood, Hayward, Spooner, and Rice Lake, with shops, trails, and attractions nearby. In winter, 4WD is recommended for the driveway.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a sauna or take in the view from a garden. Additional features at this cabin include an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking or vaping or drugs of any kind

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Boat
  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Drop off off of back of property

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Email with details
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Reviews

Secluded Getaway Access to 2 Lakes, Sauna, Game room Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 120 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joe K., Lancaster, WI

Liked: Cleanliness
Lots to do and fun for all ages.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad B.

Liked: Cleanliness
As advertised.It was a beautiful, and relaxing, getaway for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garrett O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Was a great weekend away
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wes B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great visit

Loved the property and especially the sauna!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam L.

Beautiful

Very beautiful view and nice and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved the lakes!

Great stay overall! We loved the option of exploring both lakes and our son caught fish at both locations. We did lots of swimming and kayaking in the big lake and the water was warm. Beautiful deck and fire pit area too. Although the mosquiitos were thick outside once we started the fire at night they didn't both us and we were able to enjoy smores and campfire time. Just a heads up there is a decent amount of walking to both lakes, including steps and slopes. Overall a great house and location!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very Nice

Very nice stay. The cabin was clean with plenty of space for our family. Had everything that you needed. The lake was beautiful, we rented a pontoon and spent a lot of time on it. Also enjoyed the kayaks and Lily pad.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas F., Rudolph

Liked: Cleanliness

We had a great time.

There are plenty of different activities to keep everyone happy. From the sauna, to the games and tv's for indoor activities. Then outdoors you have 2 lakes to choose from. There were a ton of mosquitoes and horse flies, but it has been an extremely rainy year. Thankfully we had almost no rain for our entire stay and were able to enjoy both lakes. The road between the lake and the house was busier than expected for such a remote area. It is not a problem crossing to go to the lake, it helps if you listen to make sure there is not a car coming around the corner. We brought our bikes thinking we'd bike around on the country roads, but we didn't feel like it would have been safe on a narrow winding highway with no shoulders. Plenty of water activities and equipment to use. The rear lake is surrounded by a bog, it is pretty cool, but only the daring would probably want to try swimming in it. There is also a beaver den right by the dock and we regularly saw beavers. Thanks for letting us rent this place, we had a great time.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marvin S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and comfortable

Excellent place to kick back and relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great cabin

Cabin was large and comfortable for our big group. Hosts had everything there that we could've needed. Communication was great. We would definitely recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Michala G.

Cabin weekend

Overall property was nice. Good location. Quiet and tucked away. Worked for a small get together of family and friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherri K., South English,

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

Was a lovely place to recover, reflect and gather as a family after the funeral of my father. Thanks for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!

Beautiful and secluded. Fall colors and scenery calming and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Highly Recommend

A great range of activities, both indoors and outdoors. The secluded private lake was especially enjoyable for fishing and wildlife viewing. It felt like we were at a remote Canadian lake. The kids enjoyed fishing, swimming, and kayaking in Lake Chetac. Very comfortable beds and spacious layout. Good all-around vacation spot that reminded me of my childhood trips up north.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Harry D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family time

The house was very clean and fully stocked. We were very impressed with everything that was included with the rental. It was a long walk to both of the lakes, but once we got there it was great. It was a good house for a large group, plenty of beds as well as extra bedding. The basement did get cool , even with the air off, but we just added another blanket at night!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol A., Johnson Creek, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyable

Enjoyed our time in Birchwood. Property was clean and had everything we needed for our week stay. Great setting for relaxing time off of the back deck and also we docked our boat with no issues.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Anne-Marie E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Time

Overall, it worked well for our family. We loved the huge kitchen table. This was one of the few times our family gathering (11 people) could accommodate everyone at one time to eat and play games. We enjoyed the variety of games in the basement (air hockey, ping-pong, etc). We didn't realize that there isn't any beach access by either of the docks, so our kids didn't want to swim where they couldn't easily touch. Fishing off the dock on the big lake was fruitful. Although it was a bit tricky to get the canoes and kayaks down to the waterfront and back up on the racks, we did enjoy paddling around.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W., Chisago city

Liked: Cleanliness

Family getaway

House had great space, cleanliness and the owner was very prompt on replies to all inquiries.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalya B., New Berlin,Waukesha

Liked: Cleanliness

Great getaway

It was a perfect vacation in the woods for 10 of us. Beautiful house with everything we needed for worries free getaway. Very clean! Kitchen has everything you need for cooking. Comfortable beds for rest , great living room , big kitchen to hang out . We were watching amazing sunset on the deck with beautiful view of the nature.Spending time by the fire singing and playing guitars( be prepare for mosquitoes). We enjoyed very much spending time on the water- swimming, kayaking, fishing . The check in and out were easy. Thank you ,Jon ,for been such a good host , responding quickly, and made our stay relaxing and memorable . We definitely would like to come again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caleb M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Northwoods

This cabin offers many “home” comforts from the large dinning table for dinners to spacious rooms. It has an inviting tone and send off of “come again.”
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet Woodland Getaway

We came here for our girls weekend, and really enjoyed ourselves. The deck had a great overlook of the woods and the gazebo was a nice getaway from the mosquitoes. It was on and off raining all weekend and there were plenty of board games to play. We also went river tubing (Jack’s Canoe Rental 40 minute drive) and had a great time. The big lake was clean and refreshing to swim in. Something to be aware of though, if you have mobility difficulties, neither the big lake or the little lake will be accessible to you. The big lake has a dock with a ladder, but the shore is not a walkout and the little lake’s path would be too difficult. The host was kind and communicated quickly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Has the extras

This is a great place to rent has the little extras that add to the stay. The worst part were the misquotes. However, the screened in area helped immensely.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Weekend Getaway!

We had a wonderful time at this property with lots of things to do inside and outside. We had a lot of rain so it was nice to use the ping pong table and playing board games. With a mobile baby it was very child-friendly too. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful cabin!

We had a such a great time at the cabin. The property was very clean and the kitchen was well stocked with dishes, pots, pans, and utensils for cooking. The cabin was really spacious and the basement was a hit with the whole family! Jon was a great host and quick to answer all our questions. We hope to come back when the lake isn’t frozen but we still had a great time snow shoeing the ice age trail. It was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023