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Rustic Cabin Steps From The Water On Star Lake

Rustic Cabin Steps From The Water On Star Lake

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Bear Cottage aerial from the lake
Entering the Bear Cottage property
Property grounds
Wildlife enjoying the shoreline at Bear Cottage
The shoreline at Bear Cottage

Overview of Rustic Cabin Steps From The Water On Star Lake

Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

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Star Lake, WI
  • Popular LocationWhite Birch Lake7 min drive
  • Popular LocationVilas County Historical Museum15 min drive
  • Popular LocationLittle Saint Germain Lake27 min drive
  • AirportRhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County)67 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Rustic Cabin Steps From The Water On Star Lake

Bear Cottage is an original logging camp and was built in the late 1800’s when the area was a booming mill town. The history of Bear Cottage has been told for generations and it remains one of the oldest, if not the oldest, cabin on the treasured and pristine Star Lake.

In fact, the cabin was built miles from where it currently stands and later dragged via a team of horses across a frozen Star Lake in the early 1900's. Over the years it has been a place for resting during the area’s logging days, and more recently, was one of the camp cabins at the renowned Tony Rizzo’s Silver Musky Resort, where top anglers stayed and enjoyed the bountiful fishing at Star Lake.

In an effort to retain its history, minimal improvements have been made to the two-bedroom cabin, however, there is now a fully functioning kitchen and remodeled bathroom, air conditioning for the hot summer nights, and a natural gas fireplace for cool spring and fall mornings.

Bear Cottage is just steps away from a sandy lakefront with a private pier for your swimming, boating, or fishing enjoyment. It also sits at the mouth of Little Star Creek, which flows into the lake. Here, you'll find yourself enjoying a late night around the lakeside fire pit, or an early morning cup of coffee in the screened porch listening to the gentle flow of the creek, the croak of a bullfrog, or the call of a loon.

If you are looking to enjoy all that the Northwoods has to offer, as well a piece of history and an unplugged budget-friendly lakeside cabin, then Bear Cottage is the place for you.

Property manager

Rob Errington

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lb per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Sayner

Located in Sayner, this cabin is on the waterfront. Vilas County Historical Museum and Campanile Center for the Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Elmer's Fun Park and Eagle River Golf Course. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kartway or Amsoil Eagle River Derby Track. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, waterskiing and power boating adventures can be found near the property.
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Star Lake, WI

What's nearby

  • White Birch Lake - 7 min drive
  • Vilas County Historical Museum - 15 min drive
  • Snowmobile Hall of Fame Snowmobiling Museum - 25 min drive
  • Little Saint Germain Lake - 27 min drive
  • Lake of the Torches Casino - 51 min drive

Getting around

  • Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sayner Pub - 15 min drive
  • Murmuring Waters On Lost Lake - 20 min drive
  • Stillwaters - 18 min walk
  • Vinchi's Hillside Inn - 9 min drive
  • Mar-Li's Bar - 17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic Cabin Steps From The Water On Star Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Rustic Cabin Steps From The Water On Star Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic Cabin Steps From The Water On Star Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rustic Cabin Steps From The Water On Star Lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 9 miles (15 km) of White Birch Lake, Eliason Hardware and Lumber and Vilas County Historical Museum. Little Saint Germain Lake is 11.5 mi (18.5 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bear Cottage
We really enjoyed our time at Bear Cottage. Only a few feet to waters edge allowed us it see ducks a beaver, 2 bald eagles a heron and other birds! A short ride brought us deer, porcupines, a partridge, and gorgeous trees. The night sky was so clear we could see the Milky Way. We’ll be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Craig K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
We thought it was a little pricey. Pretty small cabin. Dresser drawers were hard to open and close. Pier should extend out farther as boat bottomed out as very shallow. Host was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ross W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cabin
Been coming to star lake for 30 years, the Bear Cottage is a great reminder of how things were when I was a kid. Grey place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Star Lake!
Had a wonderful late summer stay at Bear Cottage on the shore of Star Lake. A lovely visit with loon, beaver, muskrat, and eagle sightings. Can't wait to be back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice get away
Property was clean and any problem we had we could text Rob and it was taken care of. Slightly crowded in the cabin, maybe less furniture and more table/counter space would be nice. Loved the screen porch.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Rob Errington

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Languages:

English
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