Title: Spider Lake Waterfront Escape! - Balsam Cottage - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Spider Lake Waterfront Escape! - Balsam Cottage Cabin in Hayward with kitchen and patio ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93350000/93341500/93341448/5fb44c36.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining tables](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93350000/93341500/93341448/c036d0b8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93350000/93341500/93341448/75b00cf6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93350000/93341500/93341448/f24aca2e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93350000/93341500/93341448/ac817113.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Surrounded by the tranquil beauty of Clear Lake, Balsam Cottage offers a serene retreat with 2 kayaks and a canoe. Unwind on either of two spacious lakeview decks or gather around the rock lakeside fire pit. The open concept main level features a fully equipped kitchen, stone gas fireplace, and floor-to-ceiling windows. 10 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Spider Lake Waterfront Escape! - Balsam Cottage Balsam Cottage is located on Clear Lake, part of the unique and historic Spider Lake Chain of Lakes about 14 miles northeast of Hayward. The Spider Lake Chain consists of 5 interconnected lakes known for its clear water, sandbars, picnic and camping islands accessible by boat, and is a desired fishing and watersport enthusiast destination. Power sports (boating, skiing, jet skiing) is restricted to the hours of 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. All other times, there are wake restrictions. There is a boat accessible bar/restaurant close by on Little Spider Lake and a golf course with bar on Clear Lake. At Balsam cottage we provide 2 single person kayaks and a canoe. If you want more, you can rent almost anything at Hayward Power Sports close-by. The long, quiet tree covered driveway to the cabin is the beginning of your peaceful stay. This 3 bedroom/2 bathroom cabin features tongue & groove pine throughout on two levels and spacious comfortable living areas. It accommodates 8 people with three bedrooms (1 queen bedroom and I bedroom with 2 twin beds main level, and another queen bedroom and queen sleeper sofa in downstairs family room). The main level is an open concept with fully equipped kitchen, dining area and living room with stone gas fireplace and floor to ceiling windows and slider. Walk out to a spacious lakeview deck where you’ll enjoy the best view on the lake including the largest island on the chain, Big Butternut Island. This deck gives you a birdseye view to watch the fisherman bring in their catch (or not) and wave to boaters and kayakers as they pass by. This deck also has a bench table for dining and a gas grill. The main level also features a full bathroom with tub/shower and two bedrooms, one with a queen bed and one with 2 twin beds. A spiral stairs takes you down to the lower level. The lower level features a large family room with large screen tv, sofa and loveseat, a freestanding franklin gas fireplace, game/dining table and futon. This level has large windows, a slider running the length of the family room which walks out to 2nd spacious deck with chaise loungers. This level also features a ¾ bath with shower, a bedroom with a queen bed, and a utility room with washer and dryer. The sofa folds out to a queen size sleeper. The tv is a smart tv connected to Dish network. Wireless internet for the home is Century Link. Timber steps take you down to the lake. There you will find an L shaped dock with ladder for swimming or launching the kayaks or canoe, and a rock lakeside fire pit. Plenty of room for your own pontoon or motor boat. Bring your own lifejackets and beach towels. There is much to do close by, whether spending a day in Hayward on the historic and lively main street or finding a hike in the woods. Hayward is a sports destination with miles of mountain bike trails and off road trails. Lots of great restaurants in town and on the lakes and several great Friday night fish frys. We’ll text directions to Balsam cottage as mobile phone service outside Hayward can be unreliable. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cabin: WiFi ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Gas grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Kayak - Hiking/biking trails nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30390000/30386200/30386118/558a0e32.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A Little Piece of Scandinavia In The North Woods, Spider Lake Chain, Hayward, WI Hayward - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 76 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-25&endDate=2025-11-26&selected=30386118&PinnedHotelID=30386118&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107850000/107846600/107846539/abcd0c6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming 5-bedroom cabin just outside Hayward near OO, Tiger Cat,and Spider Lake Hayward - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-25&endDate=2025-11-26&selected=107846539&PinnedHotelID=107846539&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93160000/93152400/93152362/08cb49b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful lakefront cabin! 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Please secure lids with carabiners provided to secure lid shut. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=46.101864,-91.230736&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:wclxGboykP%3FW%3FU%40U%3FU%40W%40U%3FW%40SBW%40U%40UBWBSBWBS%40UDUBUDUBSDUDSDUDSDSFUDSFSDSFSFSHQFSFQHQFSHOFQHSHOJQFQJOHOJOHOJMJQJMJMJMJOJMJKLKJMLKLMJILKLILKLIJINILILGLINELILENGLGNELENENCLCNELCNCNANCNALCN%3FNAN%3FNAN%3FN%3FL%40N%3FN%40N%3FNBN%40LBN%40NBLBNDNBLDNBNDLDNFLFLFNFLDLHLFNHLHLHLHJJLHLJLHLLJJLLJJJJLLJNHLLLJNHNJLHNJNHPJLHRHNHNHRHPFPHPFPHPFRFPFRFRDRFRFTDRFRDRDTBTDRDRBTDTBTBTBRBV%40RBV%40TBT%40V%40R%40V%40T%3FV%40T%3FT%3FT%3FV%3FT%3FT%3FTAV%3FTATAVATATCTATCVARCVCRCTCTETCTETEPCTETETGPERGTGRERGRGRGPGRIPGPIPGPIRIPININIRKLIPKNINKLINKNMLILKNMLKJKLMJKLMJMHMJMHKJMHMHMHOHMFMHMFODMFMFOFMDODOBMDODOBMBOBO%40MBO%40OBO%40O%3FO%3FM%40O%3FO%3FOAO%3FO%3FOAMCOAOCOAOCMCOCMEOCOEMEOEMGOGMEMGOGMIMGMIOIKIMIMKMIMKKIMKMMKKMMKKKMKOKMKMKMKQKMIOKOIOKOGQKQIOIQGSIOGSIQGQGSIQGSGSESGSESGUEQEUEUESESCUEUCUEUAUCSCWCSCWAUAUCUAU%3FWAUAU%3FWAU%3FU%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=3ciaZHPgSTBzsOPJ4y1i4PyTQgQ=) Hayward, WI #### What's nearby - Spider Lake Townhall - 16 min drive - 9.6 km - Nelson Lake - 28 min drive - 26.1 km - American Birkebeiner Trail - 30 min drive - 24.7 km - Lost Land Lake - 32 min drive - 20.7 km - Lake Namakagon - 40 min drive - 42.8 km #### Restaurants - ‪Twin Lakes Tap - ‬17 min drive - ‪Blackiron Bar and Grill - ‬13 min drive - ‪Tavern At White Stag Farm - ‬17 min drive - ‪Lost Land Lake Lodge - ‬26 min drive - ‪Red Deer Resort - ‬45 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Spider Lake Waterfront Escape! - Balsam Cottage pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Spider Lake Waterfront Escape! - Balsam Cottage? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Spider Lake Waterfront Escape! - Balsam Cottage? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Spider Lake Waterfront Escape! - Balsam Cottage located? > Situated in Hayward, this cabin is within 9 mi (15 km) of Spider Lake Townhall, Tiger Cat Flowage, and Wildwood Marshes Golf Course. Lake Placid and Burns Lake are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Spider Lake Waterfront Escape! - Balsam Cottage Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary M. Jul 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### This cabin is above and beyond expectations! The most beautiful cabin, that we have experienced, in the loveliest setting. We swam across the lake to Big butternut island, while eagles caught fish around us. Eagles Nest cabin is not an exaggeration. We caught pike and muskies from our friends pontoon. The details of the cabin are lovely! A real treat and there is air conditioning! The view is spectacular! Lovely furnishings. Would definitely stay here again. Very comfy and cozy. ##### Mary M. 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