Serene Lakefront Retreat on Little Arbor Vitae

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A lakeside view with a grassy area, a grill, and a dock with boats.
A living room with a dark-colored sofa and a view of a snowy landscape through large windows.
A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a sign that reads "WELCOME TO THE LAKE".
A two-story house with a deck, surrounded by trees and a small stream.
A small, single-story cabin with a porch and a deck, surrounded by trees and a gravel driveway.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Wildlife at your doorstep
    Guests love spotting wildlife right on the property grounds.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Little Arbor Vitae Lake

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Arbor Vitae, WI
  • Place, Little Arbor Vitae Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mielke Lake
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake of the Torches Casino
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

3 Double Futons

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

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About the area

Woodruff

Located in Woodruff, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. St. Germain Golf 9 Hole and Saint Germain Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Rock Falls Riding Stable LLC and Campanile Center for the Arts. Holiday Acres and Elmer's Fun Park are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling, ice skating and sledging.
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Map
Arbor Vitae, WI

What's nearby

  • Little Arbor Vitae Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Mielke Lake - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Little Saint Germain Lake - 11 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Tomahawk Lake - 17 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Lake of the Torches Casino - 25 min drive - 35.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪KWIK TRIP #588 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Fritz's Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Bottled Bean - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serene Lakefront Retreat on Little Arbor Vitae pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Serene Lakefront Retreat on Little Arbor Vitae?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Serene Lakefront Retreat on Little Arbor Vitae?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serene Lakefront Retreat on Little Arbor Vitae?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Serene Lakefront Retreat on Little Arbor Vitae located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Little Arbor Vitae Lake and Mielke Lake. Bittersweet Lake and Rock Falls Riding Stable LLC are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place in very beautiful setting. Place was clean and worked very well for us.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The place was very nice and clean. There was a water issue the owner knew about prior to arrival and it was not taken care of the week we were there and the carpeting was soaked and we needed to walk through it to get upstairs. The owner also knew three families were staying and bringing two boats and the parking was not adequate
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family of 7 had a great time at this property in Arbor Vitae. Eagle sightings every day, calm lake with hardly any boat traffic, and generally a relaxing vacation. Unfortunately, the lake was green with algae, and we were unable to swim (more of a nature/time of the year problem - neighbors indicated it is not usually like this). We were still able to swim at the beach at nearby Big Arbor Vitae Lake. Things to keep in mind - the road/driveway going to the house is very narrow and parking is limited due to this. (Slightly more difficult to maneuver a truck and boat trailer while trying to stay out of the neighbor's area). Also, the dock is not very stable - it is usable, but wobbly and the charcoal grills worked, but we had no control over the heat). Overall, this house worked well for our vacation and had everything we needed (kitchen stocked, clean house, washer/dryer, 2 bathrooms, separate areas for young people versus the parents). We recommend if you want a quiet, peaceful area to enjoy nature.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family vacation soot

My family of 4 spent a great summer vacation here with my parents. Great, quiet spot with lots to do on the water and a lot of fun activities close by as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family getaway

Was a very pleasant stay. The home was layed out perfectly so everyone had their own space. The lake was quite and the eagles were amazing to watch, with one hanging around the property all week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family vacation

House was amazing. Owners had everything we needed. Disappointed with the swim area. Weedy lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer Vacation

The house was clean and was everything as listed. We really enjoyed our stay. Fishing could've been better. But you cant control that. Would definitely recommend staying here to anyone. Thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Second Stay

Our favorite parts: staring out at the lake each morning and evening, watching the eagles land in the pine tree and cruising around on the pontoon boat. The lake is very quiet, mostly people fishing, and the view of the other shoreline in the evening is very beautiful. Huge firepit and a storage shed full of kayaks, life jackets and even a paddle boat. Inside the beds were all updated this year and wi-fi worked great. Great place to get away from the resort-style vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2022
Thank you for the kind review! We look forward to hosting you next year! - Lia
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Lake house

The house has all the amenities needed for a home away from home. Full kitchen and laundry were great. Very clean and new furniture and flooring. Plenty of towels, laundry detergent, dish soap, coffee filters etc. Could have used a few more coffee cups and a few wine glasses to round out the kitchen ware. We enjoyed our stay and use of this lovely lake house. The lake view is beautiful, we enjoyed the wildlife of ducks, eagles, osprey and green herons. Even a deer or two at the edge of the lake. Nice quiet location and a good sized fire pit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2022
Thank you for the feedback! We have re-stocked with additional coffee cups and wine glasses! - Lia
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was well sized for our family of 4 plus one set of grandparents. The house was clean and had a washer and dryer for use, which we did. It was nice to have two living spaces, one became for the kids and one for adults. The kitchen was adequately supplied and we cooked about half our meals in. However, the small grill was barely standing, with an extremely dirty grate of the wrong size (we rigged it to use) and no ash pan so we took it to the driveway so ash was falling on gravel instead of grass. I've never showed up to a rental with a gross, uncleaned grill. There was even charcoals we had to clean out. The dock is there but very wiggly. The swim platform in the pictures is not in the lake and looks like it hasn't been for some time. It is not swimmable off the dock. We managed to get the kayak and paddleboard launched off the side of it, so that was nice. If you like fires, you get 8 sticks of wood total which is a laugh. Plan on brining in more. If you're planning on bringing a boat, the launch is across the other side of the lake (small lake) and it is TIGHT to have the trailer at the house if you also have two cars. It worked but the neighbors are not very neighborly and one must take care to not touch their driveways to assist in turning around. In fact, I heard one cussing out his wife outside so I'm guessing he's one of the ones who'd have a problem with his driveway being touched. Our stay was fine, but I've paid less for better.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Million Dollar View!

We wanted a location with a great lake view...and we got it, and more! We loved having morning coffee outside watching the sun come up and the bonus was a family of bald eagles in the trees above us. We got to watch them all week and it was priceless. We understand from the neighbors that this family is here year-round. The house is very comfortable and accommodated us and our guests nicely. Lia provides everything that you might need for your stay. Our main goal was spending time outdoors and Lia's place was perfect for this. The fishing was a bit of a disappointment, but again, the neighbors were great in telling us that it's normally not like this. I guess there was an overgrowth of grass due to the warmer water temps but we caught many blue gill. We saw and spoke with others who were catching Muskie and one eagle caught and ate (in the same tree above us) a large mouth bass, so we know that they're out there. We would definitely consider staying with Lia again, she's a great host!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great trip it was the third time staying there it’s been great every time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Last days of Summer get away!

The property is everything it is promised to be and more! The view is beautiful with all types of wildlife including a bald eagle nest a few houses down makes seeing them in action a reality! The home has everything covered from shampoo to games/DVDs to plug-in night lights to help you navigate at night in a home you aren't familiar with. Even the night stands have USB ports and outlets! Truly a great cabin! New furniture, comfy beds & pillows, high quality sheets and very comfortable bath towels! Fishing is fantastic as well! We were here 4 nights and the kids caught (and released) 15+ pan fish, including a near land of a big northern on bobber fishing! Really a great place that we would be blessed to stay at again! And the owner, Lia, couldn't be nicer and more attentive. I highly recommend this spot for your get away!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Serene Lakefront Paradise

This is our second stay at this property and it was once again a true "home away from home" experience. The house is clean, comfortable with all the necessary amenities and the most amazing view of Little Arbor Vitae Lake. The setting is so quiet and peaceful. There is little to no lake traffic. The most activity we saw during our stay was four fishing boats. This made kayaking and paddle boarding a dream. Last year we saw tons of wildlife: eagles, osprey, herons, otters and loons. This year there was an algae bloom on the lake and wildlife was little to none. We were told that this can happen in August and the wildlife leave in search of a lake with better visibility. The new owner was great to communicate with and quick to respond to any concerns. One nice addition to the property would be a wider dock. It does not extend at the end and there is no space to sit side by side and enjoy morning coffee or just take in the lake view without sitting single file. Lastly, I think the $300 cleaning fee is hefty and the requirement of purchasing insurance was a bit of a put off. But if you are looking for a quiet, peaceful location with the most beautiful lake view, then this is your place.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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