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The Keith Farm Cabin, right on peaceful BIG Lake -48 acres!!!

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Your charming little cottage surrounded by pines, oak and birch trees
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Our House is a Very Very Nice House…
Here comes the SUN. Amazing sunrises!
Welcome to a private, peaceful house on BIG Lake!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Presque Isle, WI
  • Rosalind Lake
    18 min walk
  • Carlin Lake
    4 min drive
  • Presque Isle Lake
    7 min drive
  • Minocqua, WI (ARV-Lakeland)
    32 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom #2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom #3

2 Double Beds

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom #2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master suite bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining Area

About this property

The Keith Farm Cabin, right on peaceful BIG Lake -48 acres!!!

Is there anything better than a trip up North to reset?! Come enjoy our family cabin (since 1908!!) on one of the best lakes in the north woods. Big Lake is a large 900 acre lake known for excellent fishing. It's quiet as it isn't on the Manitowish chain but located nicely between the towns of Boulder Junction and Manitowish Waters. We are 1/4 mile from a bike path that runs for miles and miles (and is still gorwing). The cabin is a perfect spot for days of adventuring and soaking up the best of nature. There are three bedrooms (two double beds, two twin beds, and one twin bed and one queen bed). In 2021 we remodeled bathrooms, one with shower only, and one with tub and shower. The kitchen is fully equipped. A wood fireplace in the living room creates a cozy up-north mood. Plenty of large windows offer beautiful views from every angle. There is a small front deck and outdoor chairs. The farm includes, a charcoal grill, picnic table, outdoor seating and fire pit. (BYO charcoal and firewood)

Nestled on a 48 acres of wood that butt up to Forest Service land!! Peace and serenity are plentiful. The lake and lakefront are perfect for swimming, boating, water sking, sailing, and fishing. Two Kayaks, a canoe and rowboat are provided. We have a large television in the living room and HIGH SPEED FIBER OPTIC WIFI

Please note: The Keith family also owns Keith Island, and farm is where we park and launch (north side of the dock is reserved for that use). So occasionally islanders are in and out. Feel free to say hi!! You are welcome to use the east side of the dock, and the southwest interior portion of the L, which provides the best protection in case of inclement weather. Boat size is limited to 22 feet.

Happy to answer any questions!

Property manager

Keith Johnson 414 412 4450

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Parking available
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed
All guests must be responsible and respectful.

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
$60 per pet per rental; maximum of 3 dogs

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Note from host: All guests must be responsible and respectful.
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

About the area

Manitowish Waters

Located in Manitowish Waters, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Mercer Depot Museum and Waswagoning Indian Village are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ottawa National Forest and Rosalind Lake. North Lakeland Discovery Center and Eliason Hardware and Lumber are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Presque Isle, WI

What's nearby

  • Rosalind Lake - 18 min walk
  • Carlin Lake - 4 min drive
  • Presque Isle Lake - 7 min drive
  • North Lakeland Discovery Center - 11 min drive
  • Lake of the Torches Casino - 39 min drive

Getting around

  • Ironwood, MI (IWD-Gogebic County) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Bohemia Lodge - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Zastrow's Lynx Lake Lodge - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Smokey's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Parkside Tavern - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Aberdeen Restaurant & Bar - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Keith Farm Cabin, right on peaceful BIG Lake -48 acres!!! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at The Keith Farm Cabin, right on peaceful BIG Lake -48 acres!!!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Keith Farm Cabin, right on peaceful BIG Lake -48 acres!!!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Keith Farm Cabin, right on peaceful BIG Lake -48 acres!!! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Rosalind Lake and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Carlin Lake. Lake Adger and Presque Isle Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beauty of nature
Had an absolutely wonderful time at Kieth Farms! It’s so quiet and peaceful. The owner is very friendly and quick to respond to texts/emails. Loved the fire place and fire pit overlooking the lake. Plenty of room and spread out so would be great for two couples or larger family. Will definitely be back as this place is what north woods dreams are made of!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great week.
Everything went as expected. The new fire pit was a plus! The only issue was with the large mice nests in the top drawers of a bedroom chest.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S., Eau Claire, WI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loon-tastic vacation.
Big Lake is superb. The farmhouse is cozy and well maintained. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geoff D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply Amazing
This was our second time staying at this cabin. The lake is amazing and so is the property. Keith the property manager was easy to communicate with and quick with a response. We saw a family of Bald Eagles everyday off the pier and cought more than enough fish for a fish fry. Book with confidence.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Gayle P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake is Awesome ❤️
House is rustic but has everything you need for a great time. The lake is beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great stay!
We had a great week at the farm! It was our second time within 2 years and we hopefully will return again! The house is very clean and well appointed with everything you may need for a perfect stay in the Northwoods. We enjoyed the row boat and canoe available and liked the improvements made since last time including the chairs and the tv. Looks like internet is on the way too so that will be great for those who need to connect! I enjoy disconnecting and love the Big Lake peace and quiet! The owners do move back and forth to and from the island a fair amount so when on the shared dock, expect cars driving in and out and boats coming and going. We did bring a screened tent to keep the mosquitos away but this was not much of an issue for us this week. Thanks for a great week Barbara! We'll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Geoff D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Perfect
Everything was perfect. The house was larger than the pictures make it look and extremely clean. Everything you need is included and the lake is beautiful. Thank you very much for sharing your property with our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Briton R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Just ok
The manager was prompt with communication and was fine to work with. The cabin was just not what we were expecting. No outdoor area to sit besides some rusty metal chairs or lawn chairs covered in bird poop. The home was clean on the surface but huge spiders in the bathtub and between the screens and windows. At night sleeping was difficult because of critters in the attic. The pier and water were nice for fishing or for young children to swim. My children being 10&12 would have wanted to go further out and then it was very weedy. The listing advertised a canoe and the canoe was there but no oars. The access to the bike trail was great though. You could just hop on right down the road and take bikes to restaurants and shops. Overall the stay was just ok and we probably won’t go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jacob A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great end of summer getaway
What a quiet lake but still huge and clean. The loudest neighbors were the loons and eagles. Virtually no road noise and the space was plenty comfortable. Best thing was - the kids had no internet access so they played board games and did puzzles when they weren’t outside. Really enjoyed trail running at the Lumber Jack Trail near Boulder Junction. Will definitely try to sneak away again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful lake/location
Beautiful lake, property manager Great to work with. We had a great week!! Hated to leave! Would love to return someday!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matthew R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A true northwoods experience
Everything about this property and experience was perfect! Great house, great view of Big Lake, and great peace and quiet! Fishing is great, even right off the pier with the kids. Immaculate house; very well-kept with everything you need. Loons are very active as well as eagles right above the pier. Very secluded location with absolute silence at night.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark S., Eau Claire, WI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Big Lake week.
We had a wonderful week at a gorgeous property. The water was clean and clear - perfect for swimming, kayaking and floating around the dock. The lake is quiet. The loons were fun to watch and listen to. A+
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very up northy
This was a wonderful, old-school cottage in an awesome location. The updated bathrooms made this an especially comfortable stay. The only downside was not having wifi. Given our cell service provider, we also had poor cellular coverage. My husband was missing the ability to check weather to plan his fishing. That was the only downside, and definitely not enough to give less than 5 stars. We would definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Bike trails!
So convenient and easy to bike trails so close to cabin! Cabin was very clean which was greatly appreciated.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, quiet get-away!
"The Farm" is a great place to get away from it all. The house is very secluded and yet has a beautiful view of the lake. The fireplace was warm and cozy on the cool evenings and your dog will enjoy chasing the squirrels and chipmunks. Boulder Junction has fabulous donuts at "The Bakery". The house has everything you will need for a restful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect, peaceful paradise...
It's not often you can open your eyes in the morning and stare out at a beautiful sunrise off the lake listening to the loons. This was a perfect week, full of relaxing fun on Big Lake. The property was a little slice of heaven. If you are looking for a true up north WI get away where you can unplug from life's stressors(where there is no tv to distract you), this is it! A true northwoods feel! The owners, Lauren etc, were excellent to work with, responded to all your questions and needs very quickly. The house was set up incredibly with everything you could possibly think of, and it was immaculate! No stone left unturned! The large kitchen was equipped with every glass, bowl, pan and appliance you needed to make you feel right at home. The weber charcoal grill got a lot of use for our cookouts. They even put a screened "tent" with a picnic table outside so you could eat "bug free"(yet we didn't find the mosquitos bad at all this week). The three bedrooms are large with multiple beds and a ton of space- I just loved the "master suite" with bathroom attached, with beautifully large windows and direct views of the lake. The two bathrooms are newly remodeled and just beautiful! Linens, towels, blankets all in abundance. In the living room, there is a beautiful stone natural fireplace and nicely decorated reading and game areas(games and puzzles supplied). The stairs down to the lake are easily managed and the shared dock was perfect for our 18 foot fishing boat. The sandy bottom was just great for swimming and starts very shallow, perfect for kids or anyone who just wants a leisurely walk into the lake. The lake itself is absolutely gorgeous, we've been coming to Big Lake for many years for it's peacefulness. With the state owned land, it is not very busy, great for fishing muskies or fish to eat-we caught bluegills, perch, bass etc. Sitting on the dock every morning drinking coffee and watching the eagles fly by was just perfect. We brought our bikes since the beautifully paved bike trails are 1/4 mile from the property, and the property is almost half way between Manitowish Waters and Boulder Junction-we biked to each for ice cream and smoothies. So fun to wind along in the large pines and seeing the deer and turkeys on the way. This property is a true gem and I felt very grateful to have found it. Thank you so much for the wonderful hospitality and we look forward to coming back as soon as possible! Loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Keith Johnson 414 412 4450

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Hi…I’m Keith J. host for the Keith Farm. The Keith Farm was originally built in 1908 by my great grandfather Carl Keith. For over a century is has been used as a summer getaway and I volunteered to manage a few years ago. This sort of made sense to me because I have been very active in the recent remodeling, and care of the grounds. I’m also the owner of another short term rental on Big Lake (a larger 7 bedroom luxury) and a house in Milwaukee
I have been enjoying meeting the new guests and my job is getting even easier because my guests are coming back year after year (which says a lot about this magical gem!!)

Why they chose this property

Big Lake is one of the finest lakes in WI!! This 48 acre property was purchased over 110 years ago and has remained in the family, along with Keith Island on Big Lake.
Peaceful and private !!!

What makes this property unique

The property is nicely situated between Boulder Junction and Manitowish Waters. Where it's at on the lake there are no direct neighbors which will allow you to have a peaceful visit.
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