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Backyard Trails and Lake Hayward with Canoe!

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Living room seating area with electric fireplace & smart TV
Living area
Living area
Dining table, seats 6

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Hayward, WI
  • Place, Hayward Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Round Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Nelson Lake
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Birkie view

1 Single Bed

Downstairs

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs lakeview

1 Double Bed

Upstairs porch bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Addition

Toilet · Shower only

Kitchen bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Backyard Trails and Lake Hayward with Canoe!

New for 2021! Stay in one of the oldest homes in Sawyer County with private Lake Hayward frontage in your front yard and the Birkie trail, ATV and snowmobile trails in the backyard! You can hike, bike, ski, or ride the trails directly from the front (road) or back yard (trails). Plenty of parking. Cabin was completely renovated top to bottom in spring/summer of 2021. Enjoy serenity and northwoods feel but also close proximity to Hayward. (2 miles to main street) Canoe & life vests provided.

Cabin features original tongue and groove ceilings from 1898, but also has modern appliances in a full kitchen, wifi and a smart TV.

Three bedrooms are upstairs and the largest one boasts an outdoor porch. Downstairs you will find 2 bathrooms, the kitchen, another bedroom, the laundry room, and a living room with an electric fireplace and a large dining table for eating or games.

Very large yard and 3 acres you have all to yourself. Two docks and canoe for your use. Our lake frontage is not suitable for swimming but you can take the canoe out or just enjoy the lake views and songs of the red-winged blackbirds. Swimming is good at the Lake Hayward Beach, 1.5 miles away. Under 4 miles to Big Fish golf course and Hayward golf club.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 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
Please remove shoes indoors and do not move furniture other than chairs
Please let us know number of guests at the cabin at least 24 hours before arrival.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2346255vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Hayward

Located in Hayward, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Lumberjack Bowl and HookStone Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kissick Swamp Wildlife Area and Totagatic Wildlife Area. National Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame and Museum and Wilderness Walk Zoo and Recreation Park are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.
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Hayward, WI

What's nearby

  • Hayward Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hayward Information Center - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Round Lake - 9 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Nelson Lake - 12 min drive - 15.4 km
  • Lake Chippewa - 48 min drive - 53.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Louie's Bar And Bites - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Backroads Coffee & Tea - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪El Tequila Mexican Family Restaurant - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Coop's Pizza - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Backyard Trails and Lake Hayward with Canoe! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Backyard Trails and Lake Hayward with Canoe!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Backyard Trails and Lake Hayward with Canoe!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Backyard Trails and Lake Hayward with Canoe!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Backyard Trails and Lake Hayward with Canoe! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 2 miles (3 km) of Hayward Lake, Lumberjack Bowl and Sawyer County Historical Museum. National Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame and Museum and Hayward Information Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin is cozy and comfortable! It had everything we needed for our winter visit for nordic skiing and was a nice space to spend time during a snow storm.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute cabin and lovely hosts! They even plowed for us so we could get out asap in the morning. Stellar location to downtown Hayward. Would love to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The home was beautiful, meticulously clean, and unusually well arranged. VERY comfortable and enjoyable stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J K.

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

Great place and great location!

We were in the area to ride the ATV trails and this location had perfect access to every place we wanted to go. The house was clean and well maintained. Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerry and Lorraine Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptionally clean property that fit our needs perfectly. A quiet location located near anything you would like do around Hayward. It was perfect for our golfing foursome.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rylee q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were very pleased with this house for our vacation. It was perfect for what we needed. Very clean and organized. Great place and great instructions provided!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

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

Great option for outdoor weekend

Easy check-in with clear instruction. Clean, comfortable accommodation. Great option for outdoor weekend in Hayward!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our two-night stay here. The cabin was exactly as the pictures/description indicated, and check-in/check-out was extremely easy with the key pad. The large home worked really well for the four of us; it was spacious, comfortable, quiet, and clean. Everything we needed during our stay was provided, including a very extensive welcome guide. We highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct 2025
Thanks for staying!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph B.

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

Amazing property and location

Absolutley loved our stay. Property was clean and very nice. The location was very convienent being close to town, but also seeming secluded at the same time. Property owner was very kind and had great communication. Very nice stay, enjoyed every minute of it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct 2024
Thanks Joseph! Glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy W.

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

Location was great!! Clean and comfortable.

Clean and comfortable. Loved the location and big yard. The house was beautiful and fit our family perfectly!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2022
Thanks Tammy! Glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria B.

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

Convenient location

We enjoyed this home for its convenient location to all the activities we came to Hayward for. We found the host quick responses to questions very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

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

Hayward Trip

The home was very nice and had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley N.

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

Great Getaway

Wonderful place for our family for a 3 day getaway. If you enjoy canoeing, biking, this is the place. The Cabin was cute, clean, worked well for our family of 5. Equipped with what we needed for a short stay. Would revisit again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alzada B.

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

Worked out great!

Great landing spot for our time in Hayward competing in a youth hockey tournament.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooke C.

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

Highly Recommend

This cabin was perfect for our friends weekend. Easy access to the lake, where we spent the weekend fishing and canoeing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kesha M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A group of us stayed for the Epic Bike Fest. The location as perfect as we were able to just ride to the start line. We loved this location in general, as it was out of town, but so close to downtown Hayward. Very cute and rustic feeling cabin. Well equipped with all the things as advertised. Amazing back yard and the bedrooms were spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen B.

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

Hayward home

Pretty home. Backs up to Hayward Lake. Has access to a canoe and fire pit. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Oct 2022
Thanks Jen! Glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie P.

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

Newly renovated cozy home

This home is so clean and cozy. Great amount if indoor and outdoor space with large driveway. Very close to trails, shops and gas stations but yet quiet country feel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2022
Thanks Angie! Glad you enjoyed our cabin.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

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

Home away from home

Our stay was the best. The house is very clean and nicely organized. Beds are comfortable and lots of room. The paths to the Birkie are a plus and the paths to the piers by the water were two of our daughters favorite spots. We definitely will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug 2021
Thanks for the review Sarah! We'd love to have you & your family stay again!
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Wasn’t a bad little place

Not a bad little place, thankfully it wasn’t too hot, didn’t have ac throughout the house! Parking was tight with 2 trucks and trailer's. Location was nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

Up North Getaway

We really enjoyed our stay at this property. The remodel job on this property was impressive. The weather was cool and rainy, but we enjoyed just relaxing in this cozy cabin. The owners made sure we had everything we needed during our stay. I highly recommend this place to anyone that wants to visit Hayward.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2022
Thanks John! Glad you liked our remodel choices!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve G.

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

Everything was as expected

Everything was as expected. Nice place and recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerald S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All phases of check in, daily maintenance, and checking out went perfectly. Property was as described and exceeded expectations: roominess, cleanliness, location, and much outside space for activities including a Mimi family reunion. Only small disappointment was no lake access so it was impossible to use the cabin’s canoe. This cabin is perfect for a large family or group of friends. It is an excellent value.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom H.

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

Awesome Place!

We thoroughly enjoyed our two-night stay here. The large home was wonderful, and exactly as the pictures and description indicated. The place worked really well for the three of us, and it was spacious, comfortable, quiet, and clean. Everything we needed during our stay was provided, including a very extensive and useful welcome guide. Communication with Steven was excellent, and check-in/check-out was extremely easy with the key pad. We highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct 2024
Thanks Tom!

About the host

Hosted by Steven Deckert

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Hi, we're Steve and Anna. We love being active and enjoying the outdoors. Northern Wisconsin is our escape to bike, hike, paddle, and cross country ski.

Why they chose this property

We saw the potential in a neglected house and wanted it to be enjoyed again. Renovation was a lot of work but we have a tremendous sense of accomplishment now! Plus Steve wanted a place where he could ride his mountain bike to the camba trails...

What makes this property unique

Where else can you paddle, cross country ski, and mountain bike right on/from the property?!

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