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Cozy Cabin w/ Deck & Private Dock on Nelson Lake!

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Hayward Vacation Rental | 2BR | 1BA | 600 Sq Ft | Step-Free Access
Outdoor Space
Cabin Exterior
Living Room
Living area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 455.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Hayward, Wisconsin
  • Nelson Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Hayward Lake
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • American Birkebeiner Trail
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Hayward, WI (HYR-Sawyer County)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

Cozy Cabin w/ Deck & Private Dock on Nelson Lake!

Live the lake life on your next trip to Northern Wisconsin! This vacation rental is located a few steps from Nelson Lake, providing easy access to all of your favorite lake activities. Bring your fishing gear and see what you can catch from the private dock, go on a hike along the nearby Birkie Trail, eat at waterfront restaurants, or head into Hayward to do some shopping. After a fun day in the great outdoors, return to the 2-bedroom, 1-bath cabin and fire up the grill for a barbecue dinner.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Waterfront Location | Large Yard | Free WiFi | Off-Street Parking

This 3-season cabin is the perfect home base for fishers, hunters, hikers, golfers, or anyone looking to get away from the stresses of everyday life.

Bedroom 1: Full Bed | Bedroom 2: Full Bed

INDOOR LIVING: Flat-screen TV, comfortable furnishings, dining table, linens/towels, trash bags, paper towels
KITCHEN: Well-equipped, full-sized appliances, drip coffee maker, cooking basics
OUTDOOR LIVING: Deck, charcoal grill, patio table & 4 chairs
PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

NELSON LAKE (on-site): Boating, fishing, swimming, Nelson Lake Boat Landing (0.8 miles), boat rentals at Nelson Lake Lodge (0.9 miles)
ATTRACTIONS: Hayward Golf Club (7.3 miles), Park Theater (7.8 miles), Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame (8.4 miles), Birkie Trail (9.3 miles), Wilderness Walk Zoo (10.6 miles), Big Fish Golf Club (12.9 miles), LCO Casino (13.3 miles), Spider Lake Ranch (20.8 miles)
FOOD/DRINK: Park Island Bar and Grill (0.5 miles), Nelson Lake Landing (1.0 mile), Tall Pines (5.6 miles), Revelle's (5.5 miles), Sunset Grill (5.9 miles)
AIRPORT: Duluth International Airport (71.4 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Laundry
Outdoor space
Parking available
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

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 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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Hayward

Located in Hayward, this cabin is on the beach. Park Theater and National Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Hayward Golf Club and HookStone Winery. Tremblays Sweet Shop and Wilderness Walk Zoo and Recreation Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting.
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Hayward, Wisconsin

What's nearby

  • Nelson Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Hayward Lake - 11 min drive - 11.4 km
  • National Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame and Museum - 13 min drive - 12.6 km
  • American Birkebeiner Trail - 24 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Round Lake - 25 min drive - 22.9 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Louie's Bar and Bites - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Coop's Pizza - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Angler's Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Backroads Coffee & Tea - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Cabin w/ Deck & Private Dock on Nelson Lake! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Cabin w/ Deck & Private Dock on Nelson Lake!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Cabin w/ Deck & Private Dock on Nelson Lake!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Cabin w/ Deck & Private Dock on Nelson Lake! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Hayward cabin is within a 15-minute walk of Nelson Lake and Totagatic Wildlife Area. Smith Lake is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 25 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle H.

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

great cabin

really great cabin! close to town but still quiet by the lake
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jena K.

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

Fun Family Getaway

Cute and cozy cabin that was perfect for our needs! Spent most of the time on the water enjoying tubing and exploring the different sandbars and resorts. Also found a fun backwater loop with a lot of turtles! It was great to have our own private dock for the boat and the boat landing is extremely close. Wonderful week with a lot of memories made!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

KR S.

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

Lake Cabin with Charm

This comfortable and very clean cabin on Nelson Lake was perfect for a family of 4 adults. In spite of being sited between a county road and on a big lake, it was almost always quiet—few cars and trucks, few speedboats. The kitchen was well stocked with every bit of kitchenware we needed. Having converged on the location from 3 different cities, we appreciated the generous parking.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Renee Flynn

Very cozy cabin and beautiful views

Our family had an incredible time on our vacation! Our boys fished off the dock the minute they got up until the minute they went to bed. The cabin is perfect for a family of 4. Very well kept! We will definitely be back again next summer!!! This was our first family vacation and the owners were very gracious too and made our stay very pleasant. Thank you so much!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

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

Quiet stay during the week

Pros: traditional northern Wisconsin cabin with wifi, microwave and coffee maker. Good fishing. Beautiful sunsets. Lake is quiet even with the fast boats. Great for kayaking. Beds are very comfortable. Everything that we needed for a relaxing cabin stay. Cons: Lake is pretty weedy and I don't recommend swimming in it if you don't like weeds. Beds are doubles so a bit short if you are over 6'.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Lauren R.

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

Terrible experience

Evolve is unorganized and unprofessional. This was the worst experience I’ve ever had with a company.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

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

Beautiful Property

We've stayed at a lot of different places throughout the years and this one was a definite hit. Most just give you the basics, but not this one. Quality mattresses and high count sheets. A closet equipped with soft towels, cozy blankets to snuggle with, air conditioning, pots and pans of every size, a GAS stove (I love cooking with gas), a big shower, comfortable furniture, and that's just the cottage! Outside there is a small deck with a table and 4 chairs with view of Nelson Lake, a private pier, a fish house, and a fire ring to have a campfire. And Nelson Lake! You cannot beat the fishing on this lake! Eagles and Loons are easy to find. If you're looking for a place to eat, there are businesses close by to pull up to and get great food.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

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

Awesome Lake Stay!

Awesome! We stayed at the cozy cabin last week and had a fantastic time. The cabin is one of the original lake cabins we learned from the locals. The cabin had new furniture and other upgrades. The beds were super comfortable. We were both able to work remote with no internet issues, which was a pleasant surprise. Having a dock for our own use was a nice bonus Vs having to trailer our boat in and out of the lake each day. It was a beautiful scene to sit by the fire at night and listen to the loons. We also enjoyed the many great bars and restaurants on the lake and the proximity to downtown Hayward. We will definitely be coming back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Jane H., Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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

Unusable internet and plumbing issues

Although the property owner was very friendly and responsive, there were simply too many issues with this cabin to make our stay comfortable that we ended up leaving early. Re. internet, the property is actually on a mesh network with a neighboring property rather than having its own router, making the internet completely unreliable. We could not work remotely as we had hoped, and like we've done at other properties on Nelson Lake before. Second are the plumbing issues. The shower leaked and had tile falling off, revealing mold underneath. We also had a leak under the kitchen sink when we first arrived. The host had it promptly fixed, but just spoke to the general state of the cabin. We were expecting more from a "Premier" property.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Norm S.

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

Nice!

It was quite easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg K.

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

Home right on Nelson Lake!

Matt was very accommodating and hospitable during our stay. If there was anything we needed, including having a connection for some firewood, he was very helpful. The home’s interior was recently renovated and all the amenities were available for use, including linens and towels. Overall, a pretty good experience for our trip!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jerry R., Westby

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

Excellent Stay

Nice small cabin that fit the four of us extremely well. Lake is right behind cabin with a nice dock. Easy to fish from and get our canoes in and out. Cabin was nice, everything you need for a get away.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

tim s.

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

hayward August 2021

Refrigerator was very dirty. Had to clean it before use.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

allen W.

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

Quaint older cabin with a beautiful view.

I had a lovely week.

10/10 Excellent

dave r.

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

Perfect getaway.

VERY peaceful, would recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Charles D.

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

Nelson Lake is a lot of fun!!

A bit dated, but had everything you need, and it is clean.

10/10 Excellent

Paul P.

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

Nice time

Property was ideal for us with adequate parking for vehicle and boat. Nice place to spend time in Hayward area and on Nelson Lake.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

4/10 Poor

Mary H.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness

This place had issues.

Property is Poorly Maintained!! Why: 1.) The TV worked for only 1 night out of 3. The recently installed WiFi booster didn't work correctly. 2.) The light fixture for the reading light (above the headboard) in bedroom #1 had no lightbulb. 3.) A similar light fixture in bedroom #2 was not plugged in. To get this light plugged in, we had to run an extension cord under the bed. 4.) While running this cord under the bed, we found extensive dust and several gum wrappers. 5.) The wall light switch for the bathroom medicine cabinet does not work. We were just lucky to find a 2nd "well-hidden" switch on the far side of the cabinet. 6.) Finally, we requested a small reimbursement as we departed. The propriety owner said "I will handle it". After several more texts and frustration (thinking we'll never receive it), a reimbursement check arrived 18 days after we requested it.

10/10 Excellent

William T H.

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

Everything was as advertised

the only downfall was the size of the out side garbage and recycling containers are to small

10/10 Excellent

Mark S., Rhinelander, Wisconsin

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

Matt & Peggy are great

Impossible to get closer to the lake. Bucolic and beautiful. Absolutely quiet during the week—some activity on the weekend. Cabin is all you need for a group of four or less. Get your fresh bread from Firehouse Bakery on Main St. In Hayward. Supper Club ranking: 1) Tally-ho 2) Chippewa Inn 3) The Ranch. Four Seasons on the lake nearby is nice for lunch or if you need to accommodate additional guests. Park Island is the local watering hole—Charity the owner is a sweetheart. Get ready to play dice.
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brian A.

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

Perfect Family Stay

We had a great time at the cabin. It was perfect size for our family and the location couldn't have been better. We enjoyed fishing off the pier and was perfect for swimming too. The evenings were spent by roasting marshmallow on the the fire pit. Thanks for making our family vacation a memorable one!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

6/10 Okay

Steven M.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Pretty Good Weekend Getaway

This property was in a great location on Nelson Lake with a slight slope to the lake and dock. There was a nice firepit with some wood near the lake, a fish house and a deck to view the lake. A gas grill was on the deck and chairs to use with a nice table on the deck. The cabin was small, living room and dining area adequate, small bathroom, small bedrooms with only full size beds in each room. We fixed a hole screen with duct tape, the TV reception was via internet and the reception was spotty and blurry. We ran out of gas for the grill on 2nd night and had issues with the dock parts separating and being uneven. The owner was next door and wasn't friendly, but did work on the dock fixing on our last day. We had fun at the cabin, great views, fun fires and overall had a good time. But there were a few issues mentioned that needed to be addressed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

April G.

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

Quaint little cabin, with exactly what we needed!

Enjoyed a wonderful week on the lake for our family of four! Matt was easy to contact and extremely helpful. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

jason b.

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

Very quaint

Very nice place . The property management is very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chris T., Urbandale

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

Perfect little cabin on the lake

Spent a long weekend, and enjoyed everything about it. The cabin is perfect. It was very clean and well-equipped. Beds were comfortable, shower was hot, and the view of the lake is beautiful. Owners are right next door and available if needed but also left me my space to enjoy myself. Lots of things to do right on Nelson Lake - great food, great views, great fishing, as well as the surrounding areas. I look forward to returning
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020

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