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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Balsam Lake, WI
  • Place, Apple River
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Big Butternut Lake
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Little Butternut Lake
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Murphy Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Top-Rated Balsam Lake Vacation Home with Stunning Lake Views, 4 BR & Family Fun

Welcome to Balsam Views Retreat a cherished family getaway overlooking beautiful Balsam Lake in northwest Wisconsin.

For over 50 years, our family has gathered here to celebrate milestones, reconnect with loved ones, and create lifelong memories. Today, we're honored to share this special place with guests looking for the perfect Northwoods escape.

This spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bath vacation home comfortably accommodates families, couples, fishing groups, golf outings, and multi-generational gatherings. With beautiful lake views, cozy gathering spaces, outdoor propane firepit, and a fully stocked kitchen, you'll find everything you need for a relaxing and memorable stay.

Wake up to stunning views of Balsam Lake while enjoying your morning coffee on the porch. Spend your days boating, fishing, swimming, golfing, shopping or exploring the charming small-town atmosphere of Balsam Lake. In the evening, gather around the firepit under the stars, roast marshmallows, tell stories, and enjoy the peaceful sounds of lake country.

The Home Features:

• 4 comfortable bedrooms
• 2 full bathrooms
• Beautiful views of Balsam Lake
• Cozy fireplace
• Fully stocked kitchen with appliances, cookware, dishes, and utensils
• Air conditioning and heating
• Wi-Fi
• Smart TV and DVD collection
• Family games and activities
• Outdoor seating areas
• Firepit for evening gatherings
• Ample parking

Perfect For:

✓ Family vacations
✓ Multi-generational gatherings
✓ Fishing trips
✓ Golf weekends
✓ Couples retreats
✓ Fall color tours

Explore Balsam Lake

Balsam Lake is one of Wisconsin's hidden gems, known for its excellent fishing, boating, water recreation, scenic beauty, and welcoming community. Nearby attractions include local restaurants, golf courses, boutiques, wineries, breweries, seasonal festivals, and year-round recreation.

What Guests Love Most

Many guests tell us their favorite part isn't just the lake view it's the feeling they experience here. It's morning coffee overlooking the water. It's family game nights around the table. It's grandchildren catching their first fish. It's laughter around the firepit and conversations that last long after sunset.

Balsam Views Retreat offers more than a place to stay it offers a place to reconnect, recharge, and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Book your stay today and discover why families return to Balsam Lake year after year.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pets welcome for an additional $25 a day.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Dishes should be washed, dried and put away.
Bring out garbage prior to 8 a.m. Monday morning, even on holidays.
Put all bedding in individual room bags and towels in the towel bags.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Keep noise to a minimum after 10 p.m. and no diving off of the dock. Children under 12 wear a lifejacket on the dock. Swimming dock, not ours.
Please remove or throw away any unused food at the end of your trip. Garbage should be brought out to the end of the driveway at the end of stay.
Keep noise to a minimum after 10 p.m. and no diving off of the dock. Children under 12 should wear a lifejacket when on the dock.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2139944vb
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

About the area

Balsam Lake

Located in Balsam Lake, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Luck Golf Course and Frederic Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Polk County Fairgrounds and Fawn Doe Rosa Wildlife Educational Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Balsam Lake, WI

What's nearby

  • Straight Lake Wilderness State Park - 16 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Apple River - 17 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Long Lake - 17 min drive - 20.0 km
  • Big Butternut Lake - 18 min drive - 21.8 km
  • Little Butternut Lake - 20 min drive - 21.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Balsam Lake Brewery & Market - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Eagle Lounge - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Balsam Lake Lodge & Supper Club - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Blacksmith Shop Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Thirsty Otter - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Top-Rated Balsam Lake Vacation Home with Stunning Lake Views, 4 BR & Family Fun pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Top-Rated Balsam Lake Vacation Home with Stunning Lake Views, 4 BR & Family Fun?

As of 23 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Top-Rated Balsam Lake Vacation Home with Stunning Lake Views, 4 BR & Family Fun on 18 Oct 2026 start from AU$710, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Top-Rated Balsam Lake Vacation Home with Stunning Lake Views, 4 BR & Family Fun?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Top-Rated Balsam Lake Vacation Home with Stunning Lake Views, 4 BR & Family Fun?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Top-Rated Balsam Lake Vacation Home with Stunning Lake Views, 4 BR & Family Fun?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Top-Rated Balsam Lake Vacation Home with Stunning Lake Views, 4 BR & Family Fun located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Camp Douglas Lake, Straight Lake Wilderness State Park and Apple River. Straight Lake and Rainbow Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

River Valley B.

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

Beautiful stay

Our stay was wonderful. We were there during the week so there was little activity on the lake. We enjoyed fishing both from the dock and with our boat. It was also great to have our pup Jaxx with us. Thank you for allowing us to use your property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John N.

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

Great family week at Balsam

Great family week at Balsam! Home was perfectly clean, very well stocked and has an amazing screened porch and deck with plenty of room for all. Host was extremely responsive to any questions. Easy to get to town or restaurants on the lake. Highly recommend!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marty L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rebekah was fantastic to work with. She made the check in and check out process seamless. Balsam lake is fabulous and we loved the screen porch and deck to fully enjoy the lake. The linens are wonderful and she is incredibly generous with many things that we usually need to bring to VRBOs, paper towels, tp, soap etc. We really appreciated everything and plan to revisit!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

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

Great stay!

This property worked perfectly for our family! The screened in porch and deck was ideal! The kids caught so many fish right off the dock and the view is amazing! We brought our boat and the lake was so much fun! We went to the Thirsty Otter for dinner on the boat and the kids thought that was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2024
Thank you for your review. I am so happy you had a wonderful time and I hope you can stay with us again sometime. Have a wonderful rest of your summer. Rebekah
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie K.

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

Comfortable Stay

Lovely, relaxing time at Balsam Lake. Rebekah responded quickly to questions and concerns. Seamless stay. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

erin h.

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

Perfect lake weekend

The property was lovely and welcoming. We absolutely loved the view from the cabin's screened in porch. Beds were comfortable. We rented a pontoon boat from the marina located on Balsam Lake for both days and had great time. Enjoyed the on-site stand up paddle boards. Host was delightful to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2024
Thank you for the wonderful review. I am glad you had such a great time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam N.

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

Nice Cabin for Family

Cabin worked out great for 5 adults and 2 children. We brought a fishing boat which was easy to to get docked at the cabin. Fishing was also good right off the dock. The screen room was great for relaxing in the evening. We had a very nice time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Heather S.

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

Lakeview Retreat

The closeness to Balsam Lake and the outdoor patio/screen porch are what make this place special. We greatly enjoyed the swinging hammock chair, fire pit, and screened porch areas with ample seating for all the family to enjoy. Having just a DVD player was nice as it encouraged everyone to play games at night.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

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

Balsam lake

The cabin is right on the lake with bald eagles flying by several times a day. The only issue we had was with the bed in room 4, it was very uncomfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Short getaway

Great place, all you need. Beautiful lake. Well equipped home, comfy and great accommodations! Host was great to work with. Only critique is no WiFi and very limited channels on tv. But that’s minor and did not detract from the lovely time. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3 generations stayed for three days. Adorable house. It’s smaller and shows it’s been loved. But as like other reviews, we spent most of our time on the spectacular, spacious deck and screened in porch.We brought our boat and explored beautiful 2,000 acre Balsam Lake. The grandkids tubed and fished. It was too weedy to swim off the dock, but the paddle boards and paddle boat got them out far enough to swim. They loved the place.Excellent communication from owner. We appreciated the small things they provided; paper plates, seasonings, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

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

Perfect spot on the lake

We were in a great spot on Balsam Lake - much less traffic and quiet. The house was everything we need to 2 family's of 4. The house is obviously used by family and friends because it is STOCKED with EVERYTHING you need. We were shocked how much was there for us to use. The wifi was no bit deal - our kids were having to much fun to be plugged in and it forced us adults to talk and read and relax. We would come back in a heartbeat and plan to next summer!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

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

Lake haven

I stayed at this property with friends and had a wonderful time. The screened back porch kept us mosquito free with plenty of seating and room to move around in. The view cannot be beat and the beds were comfortable and large. I would stay again! If you are planning to stay here, know that there is no wifi and no laundry on premises (the listing does not indicate otherwise, these are just two items we accidentally of overlooked when making our selection). Other than that, we had everything we needed!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2023
Thank you for your review. Glad you enjoyed your stay. I plan on adding WiFi next year 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our new favorite lake rental: so well cared for and equipped! You need to bring very little except your personal items and food--and even that--there's a long list of local food options in Rebekah's detailed guest booklet. We haven't been more comfortable anywhere else. It's spacious and cozy at the same time. Beds and bedrooms are comfortable: room darkening window covering options and fans in each--and sound machines! AC works well too.The views from the kitchen, family room,screened porch, deck atop the boathouse are phenomenal. We love the slightly quieter location on the lake, even amidst neighbors. The dock is in great shape and is a favorite for fishing if you can't take a boat out (see pic). Rebekah is an excellent host-- very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This visit was our second, and was just as wonderful as the first. It's our new home-away-from-home--the most comfortable of all the lake houses we've rented. It's styled and furnished well, including lighting, throw blankets, rugs & pillows, details which are often missed. It's stocked with everything you might need, including sound machines & room darkening curtains because good sleep is important! Our favorite room is the screened in porch, but there's also a rockin rooftop patio on top of the boathouse --all connected and visible from the kitchen. Dock is great for fishing, stargazing, and docking your boat. The view is incredible; the lot and driveway/parking is great. I love this end of Balsam Lake; it's quieter and the neighbors are quiet as well so there's privacy. Rebekah is super responsive and a wonderful host. We're looking forward to next year, already.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarah J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Pleasant week at Balsam lake

Awesome lakefront and well kept and stocked home. Great and ample water toys. We especially loved the large screened in porch. We were disappointed that the listing was misleading in one aspect. It neither confirmed or denied that there was WiFi, which would have been useful to know as the house has spotty cell tower connectivity. After we booked it said to contact the host for WiFi information, which made it seem like they would present us with login info, or something similar. However the property does not have wifi at all. We would choose this place again but the owners should clarify WiFi status.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2023
Hi Sarah, I apologize about the misunderstanding regarding the WiFi. I have added that into my notes so future guests will know. Thank you for your feedback. Rebekah
Verified

8/10 Good

Danielle L.

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

Very Nice Place

This place is very clean and the kitchen is well stocked. We spent most of our time on the small tennis court on the property that is the perfect size for pickle ball. We brought removable lines and a net for our stay. There are large cracks in the court which might deter serious players, but added an element of humor and fun for us. There were seven of us, and that there wasn't enough couch/chair seating for all of us to gather in the family room area which was unfortunate. The cabin is older but has been updated and is comfortable. I also didn't realize that the King bed in one of the rooms was actually a day bed and trundle put together which was not ideal for my husband and I who had already set up in that room (better for kids, maybe). The views are beautiful, however, and there is plenty of seating outdoors. We also enjoyed using the two paddle boards. One of us had to work one of the days and was able to connect to a hotspot and use a computer due to no wifi. It was nice to disconnect from tech for a few days as well. Overall, the cabin worked very well for us and we had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2023
Thank you for your comments. I have been looking into adding WiFi for the future. I hope you had a wonderful time. Rebekah
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cindy a.

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

Great place to make great memories.

Our class of '81 friends got together for an annual reunion. We loved the space! The screen porch that overlooked the lake was used for coffee mornings and catching up evenings. We enjoyed the fire pit and watched the moon come up, hoping to glimpse some of the possible northern light show. This cottage is very well stocked for cooking, might need to bring some more foil and food storage containers, but there are plenty of kitchen towels, wash clothes and bath towels. There is a nice big, square dining table for meals and game playing. The beds were comfortable and three of the rooms had king beds, which was great for our crew. There was so many water toys! The dock was used a lot too. We recommend renting a pontoon from Sunnyside Marina that was about a 10-15 minute cruise to the cottage. The lake is huge and fun to explore. Be sure to get a map of the lake with an explanation of the underwater hazard areas, but also the restaurants and bars. We ate out one night at the Thirsty Otter, pretty good. If you want a supper club, make ressys at least three weeks in advance. Went to Balsam Lake Lodge just for drinks (have food too), it was a very nice bar. Rebekah the host is so very nice to work with to get details, recommendations and responded to any questions we had right away. She did a great job of making her multi-generation owned cottage charming and welcoming. She knows so much of the area and has lots of recommendations in her welcome book. Will definitely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2024
Thank you for the wonderful review. I am glad you had such a great time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian v.

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

Another special week!

This was our second year renting this property and it was once again a lovely combination of comfort and convenience. We loved the new landscaping and other updates, including A/C! Such a special experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William M.

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

Relaxing Week on Balsam Lake

The rental on Balsam Lake was a perfect getaway for my family of 5: two teenage sons, mother-in-law, wife, and myself. Bedrooms were well equipped with comfortable beds. The two bathrooms were nice and the showers had great water pressure. The kitchen/outdoor grill has everything you need for meals, including a wonderful dining table for mealtime. We also enjoyed the rentals paddle boards and propane firepit. We were able to rent a pontoon from Sunnyside Marina on Balsam Lake, which allowed us to fully enjoy all of the lake while docking at the rental. You can even get to a few restaurants by water. When we were not on the water, we spent all of our time in the screened-in-porch. It was amazing for playing games, reading, and relaxing. It was a great stay. I would recommend to anyone considering.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corrie P.

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

Great house in unbeatable location

We loved our stay at this property! There are so many great places to relax near the water and very nice kitchen well equipped for cooking all meals. Property owner was easy to work with. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth H.

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

Great Stay!!!

Loved this property and the location. The property owner has thought of everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooke S.

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

Balsam Lake

The cabin was great! It was very clean and had a lot of amenities to use. The lake view was amazing and the screened in area was great for when it was raining. Rebekah was extremely responsive and helpful. We loved it so much we are already looking at available dates for next summer!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy R.

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

Great cabin!

Great cabin and lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

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

Fantastic lakeside getaway

This home is perfect for families and friends looking to enjoy the beauty of the lake. The house is beautifully decorated and has everything you'll need to make your stay enjoyable. We appreciated how thoughtful and elegant all of the little helpful things were- like a s'mores kit, plenty of supplies for cooking and eating, and the guide to local favorites. This was our first trip to Balsam Lake- we visited the village and loved it, but also loved coming home to our little slice of lakeside bliss. We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Rebekah L Stangl

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This cabin has been in our family for over 50 years. It has been a source of many laughs and days of relaxation, as well as fun times and family bonding. There is nothing more amazing than the feeling of the sun on your back while the fresh breeze of the lake is on your face. We are at a point in our lives where we would like to share our little piece of heaven, especially in these times of difficulty. I am the mother of two beautiful young women and the step-mother of 3 delightful little boys. We love fishing, four-wheeling, boating and just being on the lake or outdoors. In the boathouse you will find paddleboards and a paddleboat if you want to slow down your lake living experience or feel free to visit Sunnyside Marina and rent a boat or jet-skis and live it up. There are also two restaurants on the lake to enjoy for all your dining experiences.

Why they chose this property

This property allows for all your vacationing needs in one spot. Once you arrive you won't need to leave. A whole host of services are located right on the lake.

Sunnyside Marina
https://www.sunnysidemarina.net/

Thirsty Otter Bar and Restaurant
https://www.thethirstyotter.com/

Balsam Lake Lodge Bar/Restaurant
https://balsamlakelodge.com/

What makes this property unique

Balsam Lake is unique as it is located only about an hour to an hour and a half outside of the Twin Cities. It is also unique with its access to two on the lake restaurants and a marina. It is great for fishing, as well as swimming and all your recreational needs, but doesn't harbor the craziness and congestion of the lakes near the cities. Our property is located on 1 1/2 acres so you have plenty of space to spread out and have some on land fun as well as water fun.

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