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Dam Lake Home ~ Steps from the waters edge on the Sugar Camp Chain

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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Eagle River, WI
  • Place, North Nokomis Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Elmer's Fun Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Little Saint Germain Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Spare Room

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Dam Lake Home ~ Steps from the waters edge on the Sugar Camp Chain

DAM LAKE VILLA - This northwoods vacation home, tucked at the end of a private road is located only 45 feet from the waters edge on the southwest shore of Dam Lake, one of 5 lakes of the Sugar Camp Chain. Located just 15 minutes from Eagle River, St. Germain and Three Lakes, this location allows easy access to snowmobile trails, paved bike trails and local attractions and will provide your family or friends with the perfect location to create your own vacation memories year round.

Nature here provides you with eagles overhead and the sights and sounds of ducks, loons and geese that also call Dam Lake their summer home. Guests of all ages will enjoy fishing from the dock and seeing tadpoles, frogs and spectacular lake views. For those who enjoy water sports, Dam Lake is the perfect spot for boating, fishing, tubing, water-skiing and ice-fishing. For the avid fisherman, the Chain of Lakes provide opportunities to catch muskies, walleye, northern pike, bass, crappies and panfish.

This home offers 2 bedrooms and a spare room and can sleep up to 9 guests. One bedroom has a king bed, one bedroom has a queen bed and the spare room has a twin/full bunk. There is also a queen sleeper/sofa in the living room. This home has a large living room, dining room, full kitchen, dishwasher, 2 full bathrooms and a gas fireplace. This home has a private dock and plenty of windows that provides the perfect spot to enjoy a private getaway and up-close lake views. An outdoor firepit provides a great opportunity to relax in the evening under the stars or when inclement weather arrives, move your fun to the 3-season screened in "Dry Dock", fitted with an indoor grill and bar and plenty of seating. This home also has laundry facilities & A/C.

This home is also located near Pitlik's Resort. Take a ride by car, boat or bike and enjoy one of their famous Bloody Mary's, a warm meal, or fun in the game room. Here you will also have access to tennis, volleyball, basketball courts and beaches. This lakefront 4-season home will provide you with the perfect destination for creating your family memories in a peaceful, rustic location, with all of the comforts of home.

Pontoon boats available for rent. Pets considered, call ahead. **Additional fees for more than 7 guests and pets.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 9:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

Quiet Time is from Midnight to 8 AM.

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)

$25 nightly fee per dog. Policies apply.

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

State Law. Outside only-Butts must me cleaned up!

SMOKING IS PROHIBITED in all lodging by State Law and a fine of $250 will be charged to your account for any smoking or vaping. Dispose your butts.

No smoking or glassware allowed on any beach or dock. Please help keep our lakes clean and safe!

Quiet Time is from 11 PM to 8 AM. We ask guests to conduct themselves in a manner that doesn't create excessive noise or disturb and annoy neighbors.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2071543vb
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: Quiet Time is from Midnight to 8 AM.
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 deadlock

About the area

Eagle River

Located in Eagle River, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Vilas County Historical Museum and Three Lakes Center for the Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Elmer's Fun Park and Eagle Falls Adventure Golf & Laser Tag. Travelling with kids? Consider Kartway and Eliason Hardware and Lumber. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
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Eagle River, WI

What's nearby

  • North Nokomis Lake - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Elmer's Fun Park - 8 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Little Saint Germain Lake - 9 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Little Mamie Lake - 11 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Little Pickerel Lake - 11 min drive - 13.8 km

Getting around

  • Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pitlik's Sand Beach Resort - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪DJ's Northwood's Family Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Kaig Stand - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sportsmen's Chalet - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Timbers Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dam Lake Home ~ Steps from the waters edge on the Sugar Camp Chain pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Dam Lake Home ~ Steps from the waters edge on the Sugar Camp Chain?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dam Lake Home ~ Steps from the waters edge on the Sugar Camp Chain?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dam Lake Home ~ Steps from the waters edge on the Sugar Camp Chain?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Dam Lake Home ~ Steps from the waters edge on the Sugar Camp Chain located?

This family-friendly Eagle River holiday home is located on the waterfront, 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from North Nokomis Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Elmer's Fun Park and Wisconsin River. Little Saint Germain Lake and Little Mamie Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nikki M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A simple and quaint cottage to escape the busy pace of life. The deer are always curious and the calmness of lake eases the soul. The owner is always responsive, professional and kind!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

melissa g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property that had everything our family needed for a fun week! Easy drive to Eagle River, St. Germain, Minocqua, and all the area has to offer. Stopped in at the nearby resort where they have a lovely lodge and lake views - be sure to try their bison meatballs!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nikki M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, peaceful and perfect place for a quick escape! Host was prompt with responding to questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept 2025
Nikki, Thanks for your stay at Dam Lake Villa. We are glad you enjoyed your escape and hope to see you again! Gary
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W.

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

Great place and location

The photos provided in the listing don't do this place justice! We were thrilled and hope to return next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Sept 2024
Hey Christopher, I'm so glad you and your guests enjoyed your stay. I look forward to having you enjoy this home again. Thanks for the kind review. Gary
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gwyneth G.

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

Amazing trip

By far the best place we have ever stayed. Fishing was decent and wonderful weather which was a plus. Property was well maintained, clean and extremely comfortable. We look forward to hopefully staying here again. Thank you so much for making this property available for rent.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct 2024
Gwyneth, I am glad you enjoyed your visit to this wonderful location in the Northwoods! Thanks for the kind review. Gary
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick E.

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

Exactly what we needed

The property was great for our annual fishing trip. Modern upgrades but still felt like a Northwoods cabin. The View of the lake was incredible and the dock worked well for us. Definitely recommend to anyone looking to stay in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S.

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

Great place

We have rented from same owner for last few years. Always a fantastic and consistent experience. Clean, great communication and responsiveness, beautiful views and property. Great for kids. We look forward to renting every summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

very nice place

We stayed in the fall for our annual grouse hunting trip. The place really works well for our group as we hunt down the road. It has everything you need. Getting a hold of the property manager is easy. It has a Keurig and a coffee maker and a nice gas fireplace.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jody P.

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

Lovely Lake Property

We really enjoyed our stay at this beautiful lake home! You absolutely cannot beat the view, and so close to the water. The pictures don’t do it justice, as the decor, kitchen and rest of the house are very tastefully done. Beds are very comfy, and bathroom with washer/dryer is super nice. The lake itself is clean and we were even able to float off the dock. Neighbors very friendly and overall just a great stay. Make sure to go to the resort for some cocktails and apps—great food and service, and nice people.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George P.

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

Very nice

Went in the fall. Nice and quiet at that time. Second to the last house at the end of the road. Very roomy. Pets with permission. Plenty of utensils pots and pans. Two sets of steps to get to the house. Good view of Dam lake so you can sit out on the deck. Lots of seating.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

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

Nice quiet cabin

This was a very nicely updated cabin with lake access. I only wish there were a kayak or something available to go out on the lake with. I know we could have rented but we made the best of it. Location is a plus seeing there’s lots to do in so many different towns close by. Hopefully they will update the deck at some point cause it could use some real TLC. Other than that this was a very nice place. I would recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

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

Perfect Lake side property

Wow this place is nothing short of amazing!! The house is beautiful and has plenty of space to relax at night and play games. The outside of the property is the real seller; right on the lake with a beautiful view! A nice dock and easy access to swim/wade. There are plenty of chairs to sit around a large fire pit. It was a perfect weekend-thank you to the host for making this a memorable place to visit. Will definitely be back!! (Tip to visitors, bring your own paper towel/napkins/Pam cooking spray/etc!)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Relaxing!

Great location for our family and our two dogs! The neighborhood was quiet, house is right on the water and the lake worked great for swimming, tubing, and fishing. Kitchen was very nice and well stocked with a great view of the lake. The bedrooms and bathrooms worked out great for our two teens, and gave everyone adequate room and privacy when needed. TV and internet was nice for when it rained out and the Dry Dock was perfect for a couple board games on the gloomy days. Owner was responsive and got back to me quickly with questions and concerns. For those of you bringing boats, I was able to dock our 18' aluminum Lund on the house dock for the week. I let the owner know the tie downs need some TLC but I was able to tie directly to the dock without any issue. House was dog friendly; we had room for our kennels (we have two labs) and the bags the owner provides for cleanup worked great. Water entry was dog friendly and they were able to get numerous swims everyday. With the firepit right by the lake, they'd go swimming then we'd relax with a fire and some beverages while they dried off. Lake activity was reasonable; quiet in the morning before 10am typically and after 6pm. Everyone that was tubing, boating, etc...was respectful and gave everyone room regardless of what we were doing (tubing or fishing). Public boat landing was about a mile away and was in good shape.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great View

We stayed in mid October for our annual grouse hunting trip. The weather wasn't the best but that's Wisconsin. The house had all we needed, beds were comfortable Nice sized kitchen with many utensils pots and pans, It does have a Keurig coffee maker so bring K-Cups. We created an account so we received the email for check in. Nice gas fireplace. Plenty of seating. . Almost at the end of the road. Good sized TV, and a stereo.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phil H.

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

Awesome week

Had a great week at this home. Perfect location and amenities. House was clean and everything worked properly. Will def be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fun family getaway

We had a great time with our family. Didn't catch many fish, but the lake was great for swimming and tubing. Loved being steps from the lake and was a short drive to stores, restaurants and other activities for all ages. Love this area!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John R.

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

Great place on the lake

I would recommend this place to stay. Great location, very clean house, and level lot to the water. Hope to stay there next year! Communication with Gary was great and he answered any questions we had.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cody J.

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

Eagle River Memorial Day Getaway

Our lakeside rental was everything we hoped it would be. The cabin was clean, comfortable, and not too far from Eagle River restaurants and fun (just under 20 minutes). The online listing did not show pics of the kitchen, but it was better than we anticipated. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Kirsten L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Beautiful!

The home was very well cared for and the view was so peaceful! While the host was very prompt to respond when I messaged first, the lack of communication caused me some anxiety. We received no check in information ahead of time (but again, when I asked, he responded quickly) - I guess I was supposed to have received an email but I never did. A guest handbook would have been helpful - we completely guessed at check out procedures and I’m hoping we didn’t do/not do something we should/shouldn’t have….But perhaps those things were in the email I never received? One other thing, it lists a coffee maker on site but it does not specify it’s a Kuerig, so we were definitely unprepared with no k-cups (we’re old school and don’t have a kuerig at home). Regardless, was still a wonderful stay and we had a great time. The property is beautiful and I would recommend others to stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason Z.

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

Had a great time

Pictures of listing are accurate. Lake access is great with a zero entry on foot and dock that can be used for fishing or boating. Neighborhood is quiet. Didn't get a confirmation on how to enter property and a phone call to POC was unanswered and unreturned during stay. Fortunately a side door was open or we would have been stuck outside in the cold without a place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

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

Northwoods Fun and Retreat

This Northwoods retreat is tucked away in the forest and sits on a beautiful chain of navigable lakes. Fishing is great along with tubing and powerboat activities. Swimming off the pier is safe and enjoyable. The home is well decorated and furnished. Great location to many activities. The only problem is time passes too quickly. We hope to return next year. We hope to return
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen B.

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

Lovely and quiet

This is a beautiful house and a large lot. Lots of room for my dog to sniff, quiet neighbors and plenty of bird songs, including loons. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Katie G.

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

Beautiful lake view and comfortable lodgings.

This was great. Great amenities. Nice to not have cable or wifi. Right on the lake. Good beach and yard. Be careful when parking a boat. There are no bumpers on the pier so if you're not careful you could dent/scratch the boat. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan W.

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

Nice lakeside home.

Clean and updated.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Gary C Pitlik

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I was raised just 2 miles down the road and lived here until college. Growing up on this Chain of Lakes was incredible. We spent countless hours camping, fishing, swimming, boating, ice-fishing and counting shooting stars. I wouldn't trade the experience for anything.

Why they chose this property

Having grown up as a kid on this Chain of Lakes, it has always been my dream to once again live on this chain. I purchased a home just minutes away 5 years ago so I wasn't looking to move, however, I couldn't pass this cabin up when it came up for sale. Being able to share the beauty of Dam Lake and the Sugar Camp Chain with visitors to the northwoods is the reason I purchased this home. Enjoy!

What makes this property unique

I always like to refer our Chain of Lakes to visitors as the "Northern Everglades". No gators, however, once you tour the 5 lakes by boat you'd know what I mean. Seventy Five percent of our twenty-five plus miles of shoreline are owned by the State of Wisconsin, thus keeping many acres of shoreline in its natural wilderness state. Sizes of our lakes range from the smallest of 107 acres to the largest of 744 acres, all connected with hundreds of acres of winding thoroughfares. Lake depths range up to 40’ deep. Our lakes are spring and wetland fed with various creeks. Our chain of lakes eventually runs into the Rainbow Flowage at the dam on Dam Lake and on into the Wisconsin River and exits at the Gulf of Mexico. If you visit during the spring/summer/fall seasons, I urge you to take a tour of the chain. Absolutely stunning.

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