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Beautiful Fall Foliage & Excellent Fishing on the Crown Jewel in the Northwoods

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A lakeside deck with Adirondack chairs, a dock with a boat, and a wildlife sign.
A spacious living room with two leather armchairs, a coffee table, and a rug. Large windows with blinds and curtains are visible.
A two-story house with a gabled roof, a chimney, and a well-maintained lawn.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a window with a view of trees.
A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, wooden ceiling, and black leather furniture.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Turtle Flambeau Flowage

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Mercer, WI
  • Place, Turtle Flambeau Flowage
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake of the Torches Casino
    ‪52 min drive‬
  • Place, Copper Falls State Park
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ironwood, MI (IWD-Gogebic County)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Butternut

Located in Butternut, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Mercer Depot Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Turtle Flambeau Flowage and Flambeau River. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.
Map
Mercer, WI

What's nearby

  • Turtle Flambeau Flowage - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lake of the Falls - 18 min drive - 20.5 km
  • Sand Lake - 31 min drive - 29.9 km
  • Lake of the Torches Casino - 52 min drive - 70.3 km
  • Copper Falls State Park - 57 min drive - 85.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Midway Tavern and River Trips - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dear Lodge - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Frontier Inn - ‬57 min drive
  • ‪Camp 1 - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sunken Horse Saloon - ‬27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Fall Foliage & Excellent Fishing on the Crown Jewel in the Northwoods pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beautiful Fall Foliage & Excellent Fishing on the Crown Jewel in the Northwoods?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Fall Foliage & Excellent Fishing on the Crown Jewel in the Northwoods?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Fall Foliage & Excellent Fishing on the Crown Jewel in the Northwoods?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Fall Foliage & Excellent Fishing on the Crown Jewel in the Northwoods located?

This family-friendly Butternut holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Turtle Flambeau Flowage and Flambeau River. Fox Lake and Lake of the Falls are also within 12 miles (20 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. 20 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for our needs!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place to bring the family..the yard,privacy and location was perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2026
Hi Kevin, Sorry that I did not respond sooner. We really appreciate your wonderful review. Hope you and your family are having a fantastic summer. Joe and Bonnie at "J and B Shady Rest"
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My wife and I had a great time at Joe and Bonnie’s home.We loved the privacy, lake views, wildlife and the home has everything you can possibly need on a vacation.Thank you again for sharing your home.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2026
Hi Rob, Thanks for your fantastic review. You and your wife are wonderful guests to have at our home. You left our home in perfect condition. Thanks again and have a great rest of the year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our first time using VRBO. We will be extremely spoiled because this home is so beautiful. Super clean and the hosts were very easy to contact and helpful. Hopefully, we can enjoy this home again some time.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2026
Hi Lori and Allen, We are so happy that you and your family enjoyed your stay at our home. We really appreciate your wonderful review. Thank you for sharing your beautiful photos of your stay. Lake Life Forever, Joe and Bonnie at J and B Shady Rest
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed for five nights. The house was beautifully updated. Great view of the lake enjoyed sunrises in the morning or having coffee. Talk to the host a few times terrific people deal with.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2026
Hi Kenneth, Thanks for your wonderful review. You and your guests were terrific people as well. We really appreciate you taking care of our home during your stay. Have a great rest of your summer. Joe and Bonnie at "J and B Shady Rest"
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
property is gorgeous and the location is nice for access to the whole lake. the driveway is a little tight for multiple trailers and boats
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 June 2026
Hi Jim, Thanks for your review about our gorgeous property. We appreciate that you worked with us on the problem with the refrigerator. Enjoy the rest of your summer. Joe and Bonnie at "J and B Shady Rest"
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home with a great location on the flowage. Everything was perfect for our small group!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2025
Hi John, Thanks for your outstanding review. We are so pleased that you and your group had time together to fish, relax, and enjoy the beauty of our Northwoods home and to make memories that will last a lifetime. We hope to host you again in the future as a return guest. Thank you. Lake Life Getaway and Happy Fishing, Joe and Bonnie at “J and B Shady Rest”
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fishing trip

Came up With my dad and two older sons to fish and relax. The place was great ! The location was great! Definitely would want to go back again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2023
Hello Mike, Thanks for your outstanding review. We are so pleased that you, your dad, and sons had time together to fish, relax, and enjoy the beauty of our Northwoods home and to make memories that will last a lifetime. Lake Life Getaway and Happy Fishing, Joe and Bonnie at J and B Shady Rest and your host Elizabeth
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Uncle and nephew

We came to fish and the property was spot on for that to happen! We would absolutely stay at this property again!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept 2024
Hi Jerry, We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay at our beautiful home and property. We are also glad that you found the fishing spot on. We hope that you will join us again. Joe and Bonnie at J and B Shady Rest
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Heaven in the Northwoods

We have stayed at a few different homes and resorts in the Northwoods the last 27 years, this home, location and property were by far the best so far. Peaceful and amazing views. Home was beautiful and well maintained, exactly as listed. Wildlife visited every day and night. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2025
Hello Kim, Thanks for your outstanding review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed the beauty of the Northwoods and what our home and location had to offer and make memories that will last a lifetime. Lake Life Getaway and Happy Fishing, Joe and Bonnie at “J and B Shady Rest”
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tranquil and beautiful

My wife and I spent a week at this beautiful property. Everything we could possibly want/need had been provided. The view was stunning and we thoroughly enjoyed our time relaxing. We highly recommend this property!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Hi Dennis, We are so happy that you and your wife enjoyed your stay at our home. We really appreciate your wonderful review. Lake life forever, Joe and Bonnie at J and B Shady Rest
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing Family Vacation

The house and the property are beautiful. It was the perfect place for our mini family vacation before our girls head back to school later this month. It was great to see the wildlife so close to the house and watch the turtles sunbathing in tge lake. We would love to come back again. The fishing was not the best, but we still had an amazing time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2024
Hello Brittaney, Thanks for your wonderful review. It was truly a pleasure having you and your family as our guests. We hope that you will book with us again and will have better luck fishing next time. Have a great rest of the summer. Lake life forever, Joe and Bonnie at J and B Shady Rest
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Property

My wife and I really enjoyed our stay - The house is awesome and has everything you need- It’s in a nice quiet cove and plenty of land to explore nature. Deer every morning if you’re up early. We brought our boat and enjoyed our time on the lake just driving around exploring or fishing. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2024
Hello Anthony, Thanks for your wonderful review. It was truly a pleasure having you as a guest. We hope that you will book with us again. Have a great rest of the summer. Lake life forever, Joe and Bonnie at J and B Shady Rest
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A truly beautiful home on an amazing waterfront lot. The home was the cleanest VRBO home in which I have stayed. Extremely comfortable and well appointed. The kitchen was a true kitchen in which you have myriad cookware and utensils to cook nearly anything you would like - we stayed for several weeks and never ordered in or went out to eat. The main bathroom appears to have been recently remodeled and was spacious, clean and quite elegant. The beds were quite comfortable, with no complaints from anyone. The private dock directly on the Flowage was very nice, giving us direct access to the water without having to trailer the boat anywhere. Joe and Bonnie have clearly spent a lot of time, talent, and treasure on this beautiful home, as evidenced by their meticulous attention to detail . . . a beverage fridge stocked with beer and soft drinks upon arrival, a coffee station - complete with filters, K cups, and all the fixings, sufficient toilet paper and paper towels for a stay, extra bedding / blankets, an in-depth, highly accurate guide to the local area, etc.You will not be disappointed!
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2026
Hi Eric, Thank you for your kind words and wonderful review. We really enjoyed having you as a guest at our house. Enjoy the rest of your summer.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect house on the flowage

We absolutely loved our stay here. This house was perfectly decorated from the decals on the walls to glassware. A lot of detail went into making this home perfect. We were able to slow down for the weekend and enjoy the flowage and all the area offers. Perfect place to get away and relax. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10

Would highly recommend. Spacious home with a large yard and privacy, along with a personal dock with direct access for fishing on the Turtle Flambeau Flowage.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Hi Kyle, We are so happy that you and your family enjoyed your stay at our home. We really appreciate your wonderful review. Lake life forever, Joe and Bonnie at J and B Shady Rest
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful location

The week went too fast - beautiful property with a great view. Nature all around and the Owners have it set up perfect for your get-a-way or vacation. My only recommendation is to allow use of Washer/Dryer. I have rented multiple times a year in many areas of the USA and have always had access to W/D. Again - this was not a deal breaker, still rating this top notch.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2024
Good evening, Bradley, Thank you for a wonderful review. I'm sorry we do not provide access to our washer and dryer as it is in a location inaccessible to our guests. Have a great rest of the summer and fall too. Lake Life Forever, Joe and Bonnie at J and B Shady Rest
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful, beautiful property, nice walking path, lots to explore. We saw deer, squirrels, woodpeckers, birds, beaver/muskrat, and some fish. Stories & s'mores around the firepit each night. Fished by boat and canoe. Also kayaked. Great kitchen area and outdoor grill. Had foosball champion competition, played games, watched movies, went to Mercer for fish fry, explored by boat and on foot. Great weather, no mosquitos till last night of stay. Lots of family bonding.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2025
Hi Jean, Thank you for the wonderful review. We are so grateful that your family had a great time at our home and property. We share those same feelings every time that we stay there. Thanks again and enjoy the rest of your summer and fall too. Lake Life Forever, Joe and Bonnie at J and B Shady Rest
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

great cabin for a small family

Wonderful home, updated kitchen, great views. Great firepit, and perfect lake for kayaking/paddle board. Owners were great with communication and easy to deal with. It is listed as a 3BR on vrbo, but when you look at the description closer you see it is a 2BR and then has a pullout couch in a common area, that was a surprise when we were walking through the house the first time looking for the third BR. Will definitely sleep 6 if needed though. It is about a 30 minute drive to town from the cabin. Overall its a great place and we would recommend it to any small group looking for peace/quiet/tranquility. It's also probably even better in the winter if you snowmobile.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation on TFF

The house is secluded, beautiful and the view from the great room was stunning. Several does and fawns roaming through the yard everyday was also nice to see. I had to cancel my trip after my boat motor quit and then scurry to get the new motor installed. I tried to cancel my reservation but apparently it didn't go through but Joe called me to tell me that so I could get a refund in time. He actually made a couple calls to VRBO to help with the refund. He didn't have to do that and when I got the motor back and rescheduled, he called to ask me if I needed anything and to call him if I had any questions. What a nice guy! The fishing was tough the week we were there, but the scenery was unbelievable, and we had a great time anyway. Book a trip at his home and you can't possibly be disappointed. Thanks Joe and Bonnie for sharing your home.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2024
Hello Rob, Thanks for your wonderful review. It was truly a pleasure having you as a guest. We hope that you will book with us again. Have a great rest of the summer. Lake life forever, Joe and Bonnie at J and B Shady Rest
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful and Peaceful !
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2026
Thanks for your wonderful review.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct 2025
We take our role as owners and host very seriously, so our guests receive the best experience as possible during their stay at our property. With that said, we have reached out to this guest to try to understand why they gave a four-star rating as there were no issues communicated to us, and all requests and questions were granted and answered promptly. For example: 1.) Do you provide kayaks? – Yes, two kayaks are provided at no cost. 2.) Can we check in early? – Yes, you can check in as early at 1:00 PM as our cleaner will be done by that time. The normal check in time is 3:00 PM. 3.) Where can we launch and dock our boat? - We provided the location of the nearest boat launch and stated that there is a private pier on our property. 4.) Can someone log out of our Amazon Prime account from the TV as we forgot to do so before we left? – Yes, our cleaner will make a special trip back to the property to delete your account from the TV. We are perplexed as to why we were given a four-star rating, so please help us understand what if any issues you had with your stay so that we can make any necessary improvements for our future guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2025
Good afternoon, Jennifer, Thank you for your 5 star review. Have a great rest of the summer and fall too. Lake Life Forever, Joe and Bonnie at “J and B Shady Rest”
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