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Northwoods Get Away! Enjoy the privacy of this property & large game room!

Lakefront cabin with kitchen and balcony

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Available year-round
Circle drive for trucks & trailers
Plentiful parking for cars, truck, trailers
Expansive backyard
Plenty of room and privacy

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 16288.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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  • Place, Lake Chetac
  • Place, Round Lake
  • Place, American Birkebeiner Trail

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

2nd Floor Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2nd Floor Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2nd floor Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

3rd Floor Loft Bedroom

+1
1 Double Futon and 4 Queen Beds

Lower Level Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Lower Level Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms

2nd level bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

2nd level Primary bathroom suite

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Lower level bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main level bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Northwoods Get Away! Enjoy the privacy of this property & large game room!

**Welcome to Your Northwoods Adventure Basecamp!**

Looking for the perfect place to gather, relax, and explore? Whether you're planning a family reunion, snowmobile or ATV club ride, golf outing, girls’ weekend, corporate retreat, or a getaway with your fishing crew, this spacious home is your all-season destination for fun and connection. Or simply bring your favorite people and enjoy some downtime in the beauty of Wisconsin’s Northwoods.

This home does NOT have direct lake access, but is located near the scenic Chetac Chain of Lakes, this property offers spectacular views, abundant wildlife, and year-round outdoor activities. The home features a large backyard perfect for games, gatherings, and bonfires, with direct access to trails and the serenity of the forest.

**Hit the Trails — Right from the Driveway!**
We’re located directly on the Tuscobia ATV and Snowmobile Trail, with instant access across the road. This trail runs for 65 miles and is well-maintained and clearly marked. Hikers will love being close to the renowned Ice Age Trail, and biking enthusiasts can enjoy the extensive trails of the nearby Chequamegon National Forest.

**Water Adventures Await**
Though this home doesn’t offer direct lake access, we’re just minutes from two public boat landings on Big Chetac Lake, and surrounded by lakes teeming with recreation and fishing opportunities. Explore local lakes by kayak, pontoon, or fishing boat (available for rent nearby), relax on sandbars, or even camp on an island. The area’s lakes are perfect for swimming, boating, skiing, paddling, and wildlife watching.

**Angler’s Paradise**
With lakes like **Big Lake Chetac, Red Cedar, Birch, Spider, and Long Lake** nearby, anglers will find endless opportunities to reel in walleye, northern pike, bass, crappie, and panfish. Each lake offers its own charm, structure, and character—from secluded coves to open boating waters.

**Golf Getaways**
Love to golf? You’re in for a treat. With seven golf courses within a short drive, including Tagalong, modeled after St. Andrews in Scotland, the area offers everything from relaxed 9-hole courses to challenging championship layouts.

**Winter Wonderland**
When snow blankets the Northwoods, it’s time for snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and ice fishing. Our location connects you to one of the largest snowmobile trail systems in the Midwest. Trails are meticulously groomed and maintained, and scenic routes abound. Nearby spots like Nordic Woods, Ice Age Trail, and the Birkebeiner Trail are perfect for winter sports enthusiasts.

**Relax and Recharge**
After a day of adventure, unwind at home with a game of pool or ping pong in the rec room, or gather around the firepit for stories under the stars. Prefer a slower pace? Snuggle up with a good book on the front porch, enjoy a movie night, or simply take in the stillness and serenity of the Northwoods.

**Nearby Attractions**
Explore charming towns like Birchwood, Hayward, Spooner, and Rice Lake, each offering unique shopping, dining, and local experiences. Don’t miss a visit to **historic Stout Island**, a place of wonder and timeless beauty that’s captivated visitors for generations.

This spacious 4-story home is thoughtfully designed for comfort, relaxation, and gathering.

Main Floor: You'll find a well-stocked kitchen, dining area, comfortable living room with Roku TV, a full bathroom, and easy access to an expansive deck—perfect for morning coffee or evening sunsets.

Second Floor: Features two bedrooms, including one with a fun kid’s play space, a full bathroom, and a private primary suite with a king-size bed, en-suite bathroom, and its own private walk-out deck.

Third Floor: Offers a large open space perfect for groups, comfortably accommodating four queen beds and a futon—ideal for kids, teens, or group stays.

Lower Level: Includes a second kitchen area, two more bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a cozy lounge area with a Smart TV—a great spot to unwind after a day of adventure.

Bonus: The home is equipped with high-speed wireless internet to keep you connected throughout your stay.

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**This is more than just a place to stay — it’s where memories are made.**
Come for the trails, the lakes, the laughter, the stillness, the stories. Come any season. Stay for the moments.

Let us know how we can help you plan your perfect Northwoods escape!

Please check out our other vacation properties as well:
• Big Lake Chetac Chalet (Birchwood) www.VRBO.com/4710035ha
• Northwoods Get Away (Birchwood) www.VRBO.com/7867251ha
• Fish Haven on Moose Lake (Hayward) www.VRBO.com/9139278ha
• Lake Namakagon Paradise Shores (Cable) www.VRBO.com/9204403ha
• Lake Namakagon Sunrise Cove (Cable) www.VRBO.com/2081264
• Crystal Clear Sandy Shores on Crystal Lake (Cable) www.VRBO.com/3006496

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
No vaping in the home or garage

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Return dishes to proper cabinets & drawers
Clean the grill & empty the grease trap
Turn the: Heat down to 65 degrees (Winter) & Air up to 74 degrees (Summer)
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Birchwood

Located in Birchwood, this cabin is in a rural area and on a lake. While the natural beauty of Benson Creek State Wildlife Management Area and Hauer Springs State Wildlife Management Area can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Tagalong Golf & Resort. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Birchwood, WI

What's nearby

  • Lake Chetac - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Lac Courte Oreilles - 19 min drive - 23.6 km
  • Round Lake - 42 min drive - 54.1 km
  • Nelson Lake - 43 min drive - 56.2 km
  • American Birkebeiner Trail - 49 min drive - 57.6 km

Getting around

  • Eau Claire, WI (EAU-Chippewa Valley Regional) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mary's Bluegill Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪BP - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Chit Chat Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mama Roppe's Railside - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pine Ridge Resort - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Northwoods Get Away! Enjoy the privacy of this property & large game room! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Northwoods Get Away! Enjoy the privacy of this property & large game room!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Northwoods Get Away! Enjoy the privacy of this property & large game room!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Northwoods Get Away! Enjoy the privacy of this property & large game room!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Northwoods Get Away! Enjoy the privacy of this property & large game room! located?

This family-friendly Birchwood cabin is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Chetac, Little Sissbagama Lake and Benson Creek State Wildlife Management Area. Birch Lake and Big Sissbagama Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pete G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The bedrooms and bathrooms worked out great, the rec room was the perfect place for the grandkids to have lots of fun, very nice outdoor fire pit to set around and make s’mores, overall a very beautiful home, would love to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
15/10 will stay again!! Great location for our atv trip. Lots of space for our whole family and the game room was a great bonus! Communication from owners was quick and very clear check out instructions left.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

James W.

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

Northwoods Family Vacation

The place was great and had plenty of room for the whole family (17). The basement was a little musty at first but it was cool and heating the basement took care of things. I would book this again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Holly T.

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

Family vacation.

Enjoyed our time with 18 family members from 61 years ols to 6 months. Just a couple things... need more hand towels in the kitchen... there was only 1. Garage smelled horribly musty and had mice. But overall a nice place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

McKayla L., Freeport usa

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

Better then described!!

Great place to stay! Perfect location for sxs! Short drive to tails and town!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

RYAN F.

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

Great house

Great house! Very clean and great communication by owners on our questions. Atv trails and lake were great! Definitely would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Todd V., Nevada

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

Excellent North Woods home for Snowmobile trip

Great home, excellent location for my large group for an annual snowmobiling trip. Plenty of room for our 11 person group and the area was very close to the one of the main trails. Amy was great to communicate with and very responsive. We will certainly plan to keep this as one of our favorite locations for next year! Todd - Iowa
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise P.

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

Wonderful Stay at Northwoods Get Away!

This is our second time staying at Northwoods Get Away. This is a really big house which fit our family reunion needs perfectly. It has five bedrooms, a large loft for sleeping, and four full bathrooms with showers. We had four families and everyone had a room or bed to sleep in. The house has three levels. On the main floor is the kitchen, dining room, living room, large walk-in pantry, and a full bathroom. The lower level has two bedrooms, a second kitchen, and a family room. Up on the second floor are three bedrooms and a full bathroom. The huge master bedroom is on this floor, which has a King bed, two large closets, and its own private bathroom. Up one more level is a large loft with a lot of queen beds. The kids loved sleeping in this area. Our group of 15 made good use of the two refrigerators, two ovens, two dishwashers, abundance of cupboards and two sets of washer/dryers. There is a really large game room (converted garage) which the kids and the adults used a lot. It had a pool table, ping pong table, two game tables, lots of games, and even a bar. We also used the large outdoor deck a lot. It had patio furniture, two large picnic tables, and a grill. There were a lot of DVD’s, games, and toys available. Outdoors, there was a large fire pit surrounded by outdoor furniture. We used this area often for making pudgy pies and s’mores. Note: this house is not on the water, but we swam, kayaked, and went tubing close by. If you stay here, you won’t be disappointed!
Beautiful large deck.
Playing pool in the game room.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Joe S.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Men's Outing

Overall our stay (8 men, all family) for 4 nights was fine. Spacious, quiet, lots of outdoor space for games. We placed a lot of emphasis on cooking; we could have used more pots and pans. And there were a few unfortunate glitches. There was water leaking into the game room due to a problem with condensation from the AC. We were unable to use that room until it was repaired on the third day of our stay. Also, the neighborhood dumpster, which sits at the end of the driveway, was full when we arrived and was never emptied. There was a noticeable odor coming from the dumpster from time to time (depending on which way the wind blew) when we were outside.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peder T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay. It was a great base camp for our 4 wheeler weekend. The great weather allowed us to enjoy the big deck and the fire pit!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for UTVING. Description was true to listing.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam W.

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

Perfect group spot

Check-in was easy and simple.Deck had citronella candles ready which were needed. Garage was a perfect hangout spot and the beds were comfy. Would book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was good. The kitchen was very well stocked. A good place for a large group.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzette M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our first experience with a VRBO stay and Amy and John"s property did not disappoint. It was a fantastic home with plenty of space for our family. The kids enjoyed the game room learning to play ping pong and the location was wonderful for ATV trail access.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet F.

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

ATV GET AWAY

This house is awesome. there were 10 of us--we had enough space for all of us. The pics and description were exactly how the property is. Easy access to the trails. The kitchen was well stocked with pans and silverware. The beds were SO COMFY! We totally enjoyed ourselves. We hope to stay here again!! Thank you for the awesome home and location to ride the trails.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sherry B.

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

Big house for big group

This was our third visit. We have gotten pretty good at dealing with the heating issues. Cold (41 degrees when we arrived) in the lower level and hot on the top 2 floors. This time we had a new challenge. We had to limit our water usage due to the septic system being frozen. I appreciated the extra effort the owner made to have the holding tank pumped rather than cancel our reservation, but it was stressful not knowing if each toilet flush might be the one that maxed out our 1000-gallon limit.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Christmas

We always have a great time with family here. We were disappointed with the temp in the garage/game/room when we arrived. 30 Degrees and no heater. We had to purchase a heater in order to be out in game room , very cold. House is cozy & all beds very comfortable except for double bed in toy room. Lighting in kitchen could be a lot brighter. Overall a wonderful time was had by all. Thankyou
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

matthew k.

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

Great atv/side by side get away

Perfect for the large group to stay and ride for the weekend just off the trail. Comfortable beds and nice garage to hangout and have some beers after you get back! 5th year staying here and we will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

amy m.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Privacy Getaway

Wonderful wooded privacy get a way for large families. Many private bedrooms, with large deck and fire pit for gatherings. Garage had ping pong and pool table to hang out to spread people out. With 4 bathrooms it was never a problem with our group of 12 adults. Having two large picnic tables on the deck was great for dinners along with a table inside that seated 8. Lots of parking for two large trailers we had for side by sides. Would rent again if in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Misty C.

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

Annual Side By Side trip to Wisconsin

It was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication

Nice place

It was a nice stay. Simply wish we’d have been closer to water.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea E.

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

4 night getaway

This property is well taken care of and most importantly, very clean! We had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

robert n.

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

Guys trip

Property was perfect for our guys weekend away
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl B.

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

Birchwood ATV Trip

We had 13 adults and teens for an ATV trip. This VRBO was perfect, with lots of space and plenty of parking for trailers. Great location for trails.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andre s.

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

Perfect spot

Property met all off our expectations and needs, loved the inside the garage room and outdoor fire pit and deck. Everything went smooth, the main level toilet flush thing stopped working within a few hours but didn’t cause any problems with us. Appreciated the early check in
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by John & Amy Stalter

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John & Amy Stalter own this vacation rental, along with another on Big Lake Chetac. They were introduced to Birchwood in 2017 and loved the area ever since. Amy grew up in Wisconsin, John is from Iowa and both love the outdoors and this location. Everything we love is here: Fishing, Gorgeous ATV & Snowmobile trails, biking, hiking, and everything outdoors.

Please check out our other Northwoods Vacation Get-Aways:
• Big Lake Chetac Chalet (Birchwood) www.VRBO.com/4710035ha
• Northwoods Get Away (Birchwood) www.VRBO.com/7867251ha
• Fish Haven on Moose Lake (Hayward) www.VRBO.com/9139278ha
• Lake Namakagon Paradise Shores (Cable) www.VRBO.com/9204403ha
• Lake Namakagon Sunrise Cove (Cable) www.VRBO.com/2081264
• Crystal Lake Crystal Clear Sandy Shores (Cable) www.VRBO.com/3006496

Why they chose this property

The draw to this property is the availability of all the activities and trails available for ATVs, snowmobiles, hiking and biking, across the road from our home, plus the chance to just relax in the large backyard around the campfire.

This property offers year-round fun for every season.

What makes this property unique

Bring your large family, family reunion, ATV/UTV club, Snowmobile club, corporate get-together, or a guys/gals trip to our home. This 5-bedroom (including 3rd level loft area w/5 Queens) and 4-bathroom home on 1 1/2 acres gives you room to socialize and celebrate. Get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and read a good book on the front porch or roast marshmallows around the campfire.

Languages:

English

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