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Get To The Lake! Canoes & kayaks included. Sand bottom swimming + good fishing!

Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Two spacious decks and a firepit overlooking the lake!
Upper firepit -- more chairs available:)
Upper deck and grill.
Double dock!  Woods & Lake.  Tree-lined frontage yet sand bottom swim area!
Entry to miles of scenic&natural interconnecting waterways straight across lake!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8204.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Hayward, WI
  • Place, Round Lake
  • Place, Tiger Cat Flowage
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, American Birkebeiner Trail
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Get To The Lake! Canoes & kayaks included. Sand bottom swimming + good fishing!

Welcome to Hipp's Hideaway On Tiger Cat Cove -- a stunning lakefront 3-bedroom 3-bath vacation home on 2 wooded acres near Hayward, Wisconsin.

HERE ARE 5 REASONS to rent this place -- and 3 REASON you shouldn't !
COME................................ due to our:
1) LOCATION: 13 minutes from the action Hayward... Secluded feel (QUIET, can't see neighbors from our decks, ) 2 variously wooded acres to explore... great place to walk or bike from... close to boat ramp! Great views of island from cabin & decks.
2) TIGER CAT LAKE: Great fishing, canoeing/kayaking or pontoon exploration! Swimmable sand bottom shoreline -- natural setting with CLEAR water year 'round. Part of the 1300 acre Tiger Cat Flowage -- a chain of 6 lakes you can canoe/kayak and boat to: Burns, Placid are closest, plus smaller boats can get under bridge to Upper & Lower Twin + McClain. Great fun in exploring the chain. (We call it the Wisconsin Everglades!) Lots of wildlife -- and very little invasive species or algae issues !
3) THE HOUSE: 2100 square feet indoors on two levels.... Upper level is even with driveway with large family room with dining table and fully stocked eat in kitchen all in one area... There are 2 bedrooms on main level. The master suite has a king log bed with an oversized bathtub and seperate shower in bathroom, while the queen guestroom has easy access to the common area bathroom across the hall. The family room/kitchen/dining area spills out into the upper deck with great island views and a grilling area. There is natural fireplace in the upper family room and a gas fireplace in the lower family room. The lower level boasts a QUEEN bunkbed, another bathroom with shower, a laundry room leading to the game/movie room with a bar area. Views continue on the 20x40 walkout deck with a swing, picnic table, and room for your bean bag game ! The lower deck spills down to the a firepit area and steps to the lake. Lakeside there is another firepit and dockside sitting area -- and a double dock for your boating/swimming pleasure.
4) THE AREA ==> Close to Birkie Trails (XC Ski, Snowshoe, ATV, Snowmobile, etc!) plus all the tourist action in Hayward, Cable, & Stone Lake. Great restaurants abound as well!
5) THE AMMENITIES==> AC, Fireplaces both real and gas, Internet, Washer/Dryer. Large turn-around driveway / good parking. Easy access to boat ramp and Snowmobile Trail 14 and 18. (ATV trails nearby -- with gravel road access).

DON'T COME IF==>
1) You can't do steps (unless you just want to chill in northwoods from upper deck!) We have 63 meandering (not steep!) steps to lake. See photos and decide for yourself! We are not handicapped accessible, but there are only 5 steps to upper deck and upper level of house -- and we have been able to host physically challenged individuals if they can work around those parameters :)
2) You have more than 8 people or want to party. It's a quiet cove -- need to blend in so you can hear the loon and frog concerts at night ! Plus we have a friendly agreement with our neighbors and want to keep it that way . . .
3) You have animals. Due to allergies and neighbor agreements we cannot allow even small cute well behaved ones, sorry.

IF THIS FITS what you are looking for -- give us a holler !

Whether you're seeking a relaxing retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, this property has everything you need for an unforgettable vacation.

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Leave beds unmade. Pick up after yourself & go!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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

Hayward

Located in Hayward, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. Park Theater and Sawyer County Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include National Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame and Museum and Wayside Wanderings Natural Play Area. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Lumberjack Bowl or Mount Telemark Village Competition Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Hayward, WI

What's nearby

  • Tiger Cat Flowage - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
  • Lake Placid - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Spider Lake Townhall - 21 min drive - 14.1 km
  • American Birkebeiner Trail - 27 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Lost Land Lake - 33 min drive - 23.7 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 116 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Powell’s - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Dock - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Twin Lakes Tap - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Blackiron Bar and Grill - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Tavern At White Stag Farm - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Get To The Lake! Canoes & kayaks included. Sand bottom swimming + good fishing! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Get To The Lake! Canoes & kayaks included. Sand bottom swimming + good fishing!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Get To The Lake! Canoes & kayaks included. Sand bottom swimming + good fishing!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Get To The Lake! Canoes & kayaks included. Sand bottom swimming + good fishing! located?

Located in Hayward, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within 1 mi (2 km) of Tiger Cat Flowage, Burns Lake and Clear Lake. Lake Placid is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean nice property
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and well kept. Comfortable and relaxing property. Host was awesome great to work with. View and lake access was great. I will come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay at Hipp’s. New beds were comfortable, quiet area and good fishing. Communication was great and the place was enjoyable
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kolleen O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property! Our family enjoy the lakes and fishing. Cabin was spacious and clean. Highly reccommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn A.

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

Amazing Stay!

Hipp’s Hideaway was everything we could ever want in a vacation home. Spacious and clean bedrooms, the COMFIEST pillows, great views of the lake, and your own private dock for a boat. The only recommendation I have would be a TV in the main bedroom, but that’s just my preference. :)This was our 12th trip to Hayward and it wasn’t even over before we were planning our next one!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela K.

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

Our stay was very relaxing, great fishing, and lots of fun for the kids.

Location of this home is private with great views of the lake. We had all kinds of options for having fun in the water with our own sandy swimming area. Can't wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is just as described! The house was great, roomy and had everything we needed and more. We even played some family feud and other card games on our rainy day. It slept our group of 8 perfectly. It’s tucked away and very peaceful. The view from the house deck was beautiful, you could see the lake and the docks below. The docks and seating area down by the lake was also very nice and roomy. All of us could fish, swim and enjoy the lake. The canoes and Lilly pad were a hit with the kids. The owners were very responsive and helpful. Easy to work with! Overall we had a great family vacation!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey H.

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

Great getaway! We’ve been back two years now!

Great quiet lake and property with awesome swimming area for 6-11 year olds. We also rented a pontoon and enjoyed exploring the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Molly R.

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

Beautiful Lake

Swimming was great even in August - nice deck
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrie R.

Everything was as we expected!

We had a wonderful stay at Hipps Hideaway! We spent most of our time fishing, and swimming by the dock. The cabin was perfect for our family!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Bill and Mary F.

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

Great Lake Property

This is a our second stay at Hipp's Hideaway. We like the house, the lake for swimming and kayaking, the nice nearby roads for biking, and proximity to Hayward area attractions.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne L.

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

Winter serenity

Our group enjoyed the peace and serenity with no one else around. Watching the deer as they made their way through in the evening. The fire place was our zen zone in the evening. It was the perfect environment for our meditations, conversation and time together.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Stacey S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and Peaceful

Great place to relax and spend time on the lake. Awesome lower level with tons of games and videos. Lots of wildlife, beautiful kayaking location and plenty of things to do.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

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

Great cabin on a beautiful lake

This cabin accommodated all of our needs. Loved going out on the water in the canoes/kayaks and paddle boat! Just outside of Hayward which is a quaint little town! We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

Great Summer Fun At Hipp’s Hideaway

Property was as advertised. Really enjoyed our time. Home was spacious and in good condition. Lake was beautiful. Had fun Kayaking/canoeing the flowage in all directions. The swim mat was a lot of fun as well.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

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

Beautiful Spot

Hipps Hideaway was a perfect summer getaway. The house is so well cared for-nothing is forgotten! Our family enjoyed all the boats and the swim mat. So much fun jumping off the dock. Shawn was amazing-so responsive and full of information. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Todd S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter Stay at Hipp's Hideaway

This property was as advertised and worked well for my family, which included my wife, mother-in-law, and 3 young daughters. My daughters loved the "bear" room in the basement where they slept each night. Queen sized bunks! We skied out on the lake and explored the cove. Lots of fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

great getaway

This is a nice house in the woods. Kids had a great time, fishing and swimming off the doc, while the adults enjoyed the kayak, and paddle boat. They installed AC, which we were grateful for because temps were up around 90. Beds were comfortable, and the kitchen was fully stocked. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD B.

A True Northwoods Getaway!

A True Northwoods Getaway! Gorgeous Home with many amenities included. Everything you need to getaway from the day to day grind. The owners are very responsive and the place is very well kept. Beautiful quiet lake - my kids loved canoeing and fishing right from the dock. Campfires at night roasting marsh mellows and singing oldies. MEMORIES THAT WILL LAST A LIFETIME!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jason L.

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

Perfect 40th Birthday!

From start to finish, the communication with Shawn was excellent. The place was perfect to celebrate my 40th birthday with my family and some friends. It's isolated, the lake is quiet, perfect setup for adult time on the deck at night, and a huge bonus was the Northern Lights and meteor shower. A quick drive to Hayward provides access to some nice restaurants and a nice Main Street, and we really enjoyed a quick 9 holes over at Big Fish Golf Course. Any time someone has asked how the trip went, there is only one word needed: AWESOME!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

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

5 friends

We are 5 women who play Pickleball together And have done several other getaways to cabins on a lake where we can bike the backroads or trails, eat too much and dodge the mosquitoes (this year) We each had our own bed and space… although I found the futon and mattress too soft and “form fitting”. The bunkbeds in the lower level need a ladder to the top bed. Only one of us Kayaked.. beautiful lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Xeehlue V.

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

Weekend Relaxation Before Heading Back to School.

Over the Labor Day weekend, my family and I had an incredible and rejuvenating retreat at Hipp’s Hideaway. It was the perfect back-to-school getaway that turned out to be the highlight of our entire summer. True to its name, the cabin exuded a serene lake house ambiance, and the neighborhood was wonderfully tranquil and welcoming, with the delightful sound of chirping birds filling the air. The kids had a blast fishing off the dock, and the upstairs patio offered an exquisite view of the lake, creating the perfect setting for relaxation and unwinding. The cleanliness and spaciousness of each room in the house exceeded our expectations, and we were pleasantly surprised by the wide array of supplies provided with the rental. In addition, the host was incredibly communicative and amiable throughout our stay, which truly enhanced our experience. Our overall impression was beyond what we had hoped for, and we are truly grateful to the Hipp’s family for hosting us and providing such a memorable experience for my family and me.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property on a beautiful lake. Cabin had everything we needed. It was very clean and the beds were super comfortable. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Too much good stuff to say . Fam loved everything and every detail on point. We did fish a lot off the dock...beautiful... like fishing in an aquarium so clear. Lots of sunnies, few bass, a HUGE musky/pike that broke off dockside. Sighted a few large musky/pike lurking around too. Huge splash follow up musky attack on my 9yr olds sunfisb! Caught one monster but it broke off docksideCanoes/kayaks also got GREAT use. We did the channels to Lake Placid(2 lakes away). "Wisconsin Everglades" def some of the best paddling weve done and we've done quite a bit in BWCA. Everglades is fitting name especially in the morning fog. Lakes were calm, glasslike, crystal clear The "cabin" itself and property perfection for us. From the views, to the fire pits, to the night stars. Everything us city folk want in lake getaway. Inside was super nice, and clean, but comfortable and usable. Ty again for your attention to detail and offering this great place for others to.enjoy. We will definitely look to come back. We even mentioned how beautiful it'd be in fall/ winter.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

j c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing 4 days at Hipp’s Hideaway. Very comfortable for 6 of us. So many amenities and details to make the stay fun and easy. The lake is clean and gorgeous, we loved using the canoes/kayaks to explore. Very few bugs even! We were able to relax and enjoy each others company. Perfect family vacation. My only regret is that we didn’t rent it for a full week.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Shawn Hipp

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My husband and I bought Hipp's Hideaway for rental purposes in 2001. We had been in the rental business for 18 years in St. Paul, MN, and thought we'd try something more 'fun'. We were able to get in on the building process add many of the finishing touches ourselves. As we were seasoned vacaton renters, we were able to keep the needs of renters in mind. Our goal was ... and is.. to make you feel like it is YOUR place during your stay......

We selected Hayward as a great rental area, then looked at 31 properties. We were always drawn back to Tiger Cat Cove. Yes, it was strong in all the basic 'investment oriented' things... large wooded lot, good frontage, good sized lakehome, but also had an amazing serenity piece that the others didn't. Our guestbook at the cabin can attest to this as well... come check us out!

SHAWN JOHNSON-HIPP (female)...
I get mistaken for a male all the time -- but it is less traumatic now than in 7th grade when I was assigned to the boys locker room for my PE class :) ....

Why they chose this property

We were determined to invest in an area that would welcome us AND our guests, and Hayward fit the bill. There are tons of things to do right at the cabin, nearby, or in town. Great dining options abound. The superior water clarity into the fall, the sand bottom frontage, and the varied woods surrounding the property kept drawing us back. PLUS, as I emphasized above -- it had that special feel ~~~ that serenity piece. Grab a local wine, sit on the dock and listen to the loon calls.

What makes this property unique

Well paved backroads for walks and biking. Fun chain of lakes to explore +++ great fishing. Cabin comes with 2 canoes, a single AND a double kayak and a paddleboat. Rent a SUP or a pontoon or bring your own boat. U shaped dock great for tying up your boat.

Free evening concerts featuring the loons, accompanied by the bull frogs. Crickets will chime in as well. Occasional taps are played at sunset by a local vet who lives on the lake.
Suggested finale is to finish off your concert experience watching the dance & crackle of a lakeside campfire and take in the visual array of the evening stars and moon against the pitch black sky... Bring your flashlight it gets pitch black dark if there isn't a full moon ! Upper firepit has been added for those lazy nights...

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