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Relaxing Refuge ~ Lakefront ~ Dogs ~ WiFi ~ AC ~ Remote but Not Far

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Relax on the lakeside dock with a seating area and enjoy the serene surroundings.
Relax in a cozy lodge surrounded by a serene winter wonderland.
Cozy living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors. The room features a flat-screen TV and a framed map of Wisconsin.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
Relax in this serene bedroom with a large bed, wooden paneling, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 133500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Relaxing Refuge ~ Lakefront ~ Dogs ~ WiFi ~ AC ~ Remote but Not Far

Spacious dog-friendly private home on the north shore of Dam Lake with amazing sunrises, sunsets, fishing, and more

~ 3,500 square feet designed for gathering/socializing *and separating/recharging

~ Two dogs (no other pets) may be allowed upon express consent of Owner

~ Sleeping room for up to 13 guests

~ 5 updated bedrooms

~ 3 new full bathrooms

~ New and updated amenities - forced air heating, air conditioning, washer/dryer, stove/range, refrigerator, sink, furnishings, beds and bedding, flooring, trim, sliding glass doors and more

~ Lower level game room with second TV area

~ Very accessible to Bear Paw Resort & Campground, Maplewood Resort, and lots of camps! (Woodland, Towering Pines, and Chippewa are the closest)

~ Dam Lake is the largest of the 5-lake Sugar Camp Chain of Lakes, which is surrounded by the American Legion State Forest. The chain is known for its undeveloped shorelines and fantastic fishing with abundant populations of walleye, northern pike, small mouth bass, crappie, bluegill and perch. You can explore 2,300 navigable acres of water - or you can stay home and catch keepers right off the dock.

~ In the winter there is snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and ice fishing. The Bo-Boen/Sugar Camp snowmobile trail crosses Dam Lake and provides access to hundreds of miles of groomed, well-marked trails right from your doorstep. The rest of the year enjoy the exceptional fishing, beautiful Northwoods forest, and bald eagles, osprey and loons along the chain.

~ From Memorial Day to Labor Day each year, there is a weekly rental policy, Saturday to Saturday, with a three-night rental minimum the rest of the year. Shorter and longer rental periods may be available; please inquire.

~ Rowboat with oars, kayak, and 2 stand-up paddle boards included at no cost; trolling motor and fishing/skiing boat available for rent.

~ The lake frontage welcomes you to sandy bottom swimming, shallow enough for wading and deep enough at the raft for diving. The private dock has plenty of room for your boats - even with ours there.

~ Great for a spring fishing trip, summer family vacation, fall getaway, or a fun-filled winter outing whether you're a solo traveler, extended family, or group of friends. There's something for everyone every season at Sprucewood - including convenient access to Eagle River, St. Germain, Minocqua, Rhinelander, and the UP.

We look forward to welcoming you to Sprucewood. We hope you find it very easy to get to and very hard to leave!

Liz & Jonathan

Property manager

Liz Kunkle

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is allowed outside the house only

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 3,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Dogs only w/ owner approval

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Spacious Relaxing Retreat has Spectacular Year Round Views!
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About the area

Map
Eagle River, WI

What's nearby

  • Elmer's Fun Park - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • North Nokomis Lake - 7 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Little Saint Germain Lake - 8 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Big Saint Germain Lake - 16 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Lake Tomahawk - 30 min drive - 27.7 km

Getting around

  • Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pitlik's Sand Beach Resort - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪D J' S Northwoods Family Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Spang's Italian Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Honey Bear Inn Tavern - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪New Twilight Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxing Refuge ~ Lakefront ~ Dogs ~ WiFi ~ AC ~ Remote but Not Far pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Relaxing Refuge ~ Lakefront ~ Dogs ~ WiFi ~ AC ~ Remote but Not Far?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing Refuge ~ Lakefront ~ Dogs ~ WiFi ~ AC ~ Remote but Not Far?

Check-out is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Relaxing Refuge ~ Lakefront ~ Dogs ~ WiFi ~ AC ~ Remote but Not Far located?

This family-friendly Eagle River vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of North Nokomis Lake, Elmer's Fun Park and Wisconsin River. Little Saint Germain Lake and Little Mamie Lake are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Relaxing Refuge ~ Lakefront ~ Dogs ~ WiFi ~ AC ~ Remote but Not Far Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 120 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ethan M.

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

Bachelor party

Beautiful home that’s perfect for a large group! Plenty of parking and lots of room inside for everyone to be comfortable. Host was very helpful and informative.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Amy B.

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

Ice Fishing Weekend

The property was very nice and clean.The heating of the basement and master bedroom could use improvement. It was cold in those areas and we were not able to get those rooms to a desirable temperature.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory W.

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

Winter escape

This was our third winter trip to Sprucewood and it was probably our best so far. Not much snow but plenty of cold for safe thick ice on the lake for skating. Snowmobilers and ice fishermen were enjoying too! It was so nice enjoying the outdoors and then being able to retreat to the warm comfort of the house. Just a great family time trip that came and went much too fast. Can’t wait to get back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chuck W.

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

Very comfortable, lots of room.

We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matt E.

Great experience at a wonderful location

Perfect location for our family and friends. Beautiful weather during the day and stunning views of the stars at night.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Timothy N.

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

Great Family Week

Beautiful lake, roomy house for family, loved being able to bring our little dog:)
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trenton D.

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

Great place and amenities

We enjoyed EVERYTHING about this house. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeni T.

Always love being at Sprucewood!

It’s our home away from home and we love it!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Heather N.

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

They thought of everything

The house was fantastic, great layout with thoughtful amenities for each guest. We spent a lot of time indoors due to the weather and couldn’t have asked for a better place to hang out, Make meals and Play games with the group.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick A.

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

Fantastic Labor Day weekend!

We had a fantastic time this Labor Day weekend! The house offered ample space for our family and friends, and the stunning lake views were a highlight. The crystal-clear water was perfect for swimming. Every guest had only positive things to say about their stay. Thank you for such a memorable experience; we’re already looking forward to our next visit in 2025!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeni T.

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

May 2024

Absolutely fabulous home!! Can’t wait to return!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue D.

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

Snowmobile Trip-February 2022

Property very clean and well stocked. Owner communicated very well with us. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Mallory M.

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

Relaxing get away!

We had a great time at the cabin. We really enjoyed the big deck, which had a gate for our dogs, the bonfire pit, and the dock was very, very nice! Loved sitting out on the dock at night and looking up at the stars. Tons of bedrooms and space for our family and friends. The host was amazing at communicating. We had one small issue and she remedied it immediately and checked back in on us, which we appreciated very much. Overall it was a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily P.

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

Fall Fishing Getaway

We absolutely loved our stay at Liz and Jon's property! The home was spacious, clean and had every amenity you might need. The pier was large enough for all of us to sit, relax and fish (we caught many!) and we loved visiting the surrounding towns for shopping and having a drink at local breweries. Our puppy loved sniffing around the backyard and laying on the dock with us. Also, the hosts were always responsive leading up to and during the trip. We definitely want to come back in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

Snowmobile trip to northern Wisconsin.

Accommodations were perfect for our stay. Little features that made it stand out were the heated bathroom floors, the fireplace, Sonos sound system, and steam breathing dragon above fireplace.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deanne W.

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

Beautiful Thanksgiving Vacation

We had a wonderful experience at this property for our annual Thanksgiving gathering. The house was spacious and comfortable with a beautiful view of Dam Lake. I highly recommend this property for a larger group of people. It was awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

pam h.

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

Relaxing.

Beautiful house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeni T.

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

An “A-1” stay

Been renting this property since the late 1980’s….so happy to see the home and property getting some much needed love
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

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

Perfect Family Vacation Spot

Sprucewood provided ample space and a variety of fun family activities for all ages! We spent countless hours fishing, swimming and enjoying the view from the large pier on Dam Lake. On our 1 rainy day we found games galore inside the home. It is obvious that the owners are always thinking about their guests. Each year our grandkids ask, "What's new this year?" We look forward to returning next summer!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin C.

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

Five Star

Very nice property in an exceptional area. We were snowmobiling in the area and found this to be a perfect property - large driveway for trailers, plenty of bedrooms, baths and a large kitchen. Overall, our stay was excellent and i would highly recommend this property to anyone visiting the Eagle River / Dam Lake area.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeni T.

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

May 2021

We have been vacationing at Sprucewood for over 30 years now and absolutely love it! The new renovations taking place are VERY nice!!!! We cannot wait to come back in November!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patty S.

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

Most excellent vacation

I would give 10 stars if I could! The owners were gracious and their vacation home exceeded all expectations! From location to cleanliness to being easy to connect with…. Thank you for making our family vacation the much needed reset we all needed!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jamie V.

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

Everything we expected

This home more than covered the needs of our family. Very large and spacious. The home was clean and the check in and out was simple. Overall we were happy with our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

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

Great for Clan

The layout of Sprucewood was perfect for our 5 family groups totalling 13, plus 2 dogs. Our favorites - paddleboards; outdoor pingpong; privacy of bathrooms; good sized bedrooms; lots of parking; big dock with rug and comfy chairs; sturdy, well-lit stairs to the lake; separate common areas (kids loved the basement and living room with games, adults liked hanging in the kitchen and deck) but large enough for all of us; yard space to play; deck with gate for the little boys and dogs, well, the big dog (the little dog jumped through the spindles to get the chipmunk.) Weather was great and we had a wonderful time! Thank you!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

SANDY L.

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

wonderful family vacation

Liz was great, very clear communication. The house was beautiful as was the view. We had not gotten together as a family for quite a while and this is a perfect place to do this. The house is very well stocked with everything that we needed and very, very clean, We enjoyed many days out on the deck as well as many family meals. The lake itself is beautiful, loons are my favorite bird, and I got to hear them every night. Fishing was also very good. We had a fish fry on our last night. I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024