Title: North Woods Haven for Families: sandy beach, home theater, near town & trails - 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 chalet # North Woods Haven for Families: sandy beach, home theater, near town & trails Family-friendly chalet in Spooner ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/87000000/86310000/86304000/86303973/fab73e21.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/87000000/86310000/86304000/86303973/e2a1858b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, travel crib](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/87000000/86310000/86304000/86303973/1c57c4a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/87000000/86310000/86304000/86303973/431fd727.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/87000000/86310000/86304000/86303973/d1b535ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to The Whistling Turtle Chalet on Cable Lake, where a serene atmosphere and natural beauty await. This enchanting lake house offers a gourmet kitchen, movie theater & bar in the basement, patio & grill for outdoor dining, 3 acres of woods and yard space to explore. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire chalet 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 153500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Air conditioning - Pet-friendly - Washer - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### North Woods Haven for Families: sandy beach, home theater, near town & trails Welcome to The Whistling Turtle Chalet on Cable Lake! Escape, relax, play, and connect at our nature-themed lake house with its Up North vibe. +An awesome hygge experience for families and friends +4BR/3Bth plus loft: Sleeps 15 +Flat yard with 7 stairs to the lake +Close to ATV, ski trails +6 min to Spooner +Movie theater & bar in basement +Gourmet kitchen, large dining table +Lovely rooms, comfy beds +Garage, paved driveway +Patio & grill +3 acres (woods, large yard, shore) +New dock, sandy beach +Pontoon for rent +Fire pit +Great fishing & swimming You will find our North Woods lake cabin to be a great mix of luxury, nature, and convenience. \*\*We have summer 2025 days open for your Up North adventure. Reach out and ask us about renting our beautiful pontoon boat. \*\*May days are beautiful with the lake being so fresh after winter. Grab your days! \*\*Message us about our military/first responder discount, our homeschooling families promotion, or to reserve our property for a photo/video shoot or event.\*\* We are very close to the fun and historic town of Spooner, to the ATV, hiking, ski, snow shoe and snowmobile trails, and to all that the North Woods of Wisconsin has to offer. Fishing, boating, swimming, canoeing, hiking, great dining, antique stores, unique shops, arts and crafts, history...our area is the perfect setting for a fantastic family vacation or getaway with friends. An Enchanting Place for You and Your Group: Plan a magical vacation up north at the lake with your group. At the chalet you will be able to enjoy fishing off the dock, swimming in the lake, playing lawn games, building fires, exploring the lake on the boat, going to town for fun shopping and food, and in the winter, snowshoeing, getting cozy next to a fire, cross-country skiing, and so much more. We are excited to share our enchanting paradise with your family and groups. We want you to come back for fun and relaxation at the chalet year after year. Amenities for you to enjoy: \-Comfortable gathering spaces for your group to relax and connect \-A fully stocked kitchen, perfect for your cooking and entertaining \-Beautiful dining areas for your large group to enjoy \-4 nature-themed bedrooms at the corners of the house, ideal for you to hide away \-A bar area with amenities for entertaining \-A 1930s-inspired theater room for a kids' escape, a movie marathon, or even a karaoke night \-A large yard and a kids' play set for your kids to romp around \-A patio and grill for outdoor dining \-A serene waterfall and koi pond \-A fire pit that you can use in any season \-Games for your family or group \-An easy walk down to our fully recreational lake \-A sandy beach (just 7 stairs to descend to the shoreline) \-A large dock, perfect for fishing and swimming \-A large refurbished pontoon boat for rent \-Paved roads and a paved driveway (you will not have to drive on any gravel to reach our place) \-A garage for parking 1 or 2 vehicles \*\*Do you have questions as you are trying to plan your trip? Reach out to us; we love to chat!\*\* MORE DETAILS: The neighborhood is peaceful and quiet, and you can relish being out in nature, while at the same time being close to town. Our chalet sits on nearly three acres, which include a well-kept yard, a play set, a garden area, a koi pond, a wooded area, and the lakeshore. While a few things, including the pole barn, are not open to guests (yet!), you are free to roam the rest of the property. The chalet is a two-story house with a basement, so be aware that there you will have stairs to navigate. There are only three stairs to get into the house. With an open concept design, the chalet has two bedrooms and two bathrooms off the living room on the main floor, and two bedrooms, one bathroom, and the loft on the second floor. \*On the main floor, The Thicket (master bedroom with an en suite bathroom) has a king bed with a Dream Cloud mattress and a fold-down couch (perfect for a child). There is plenty of room here to set up one of the two on-site pack-n-plays for a baby as well. \*Also on the main floor, The Bear Den (a cozy bedroom) has a queen bed with a Nectar Premier mattress. \*On the second floor at the top of the stairs, Fox Hollow (a large bedroom) has a queen bed with a Dream Cloud mattress and a full-size log bed. \*Also at the top of the stairs is the loft area where there is a full-size futon. \*At the end of the hallway upstairs is The Pond Room (a second master bedroom), which has a king bed with a Nectar Premier mattress and a queen bed as well. GUEST ACCESS You will have access to most of the property, excluding the wood shed and the pole barn. But our pole barn will soon be accessible to guests. We have something fun for you and your group to enjoy out there, coming soon! The driveway and dirt part of the yard provide space for 5 or 6 vehicles to park, though you must be careful not to block the part of the driveway that is shared with the neighbors. The garage can fit one or two of your cars and is heated in the winter. In the summer, you can enjoy our beautiful pontoon boat for rent! You can bring your own kayaks, canoes, or water toys to our shoreline. In the fall, you can bring your ATVs to hop on the trails down the road. In the winter, you can bring your snowmobiles and/or mobile ice fishing house. \*\*Reach out to us with questions about where you can park your toys on our property.\*\* SAFETY, RULES, LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: Please note: Our property has stairs and steps, a pond and small bridge near the patio, and some other features that mean parents of small children should be especially vigilant during your stay. Lakefront: We currently rent out our pontoon boat to guests based on availability and season. You can rent out the pontoon boat for the entire duration of their stay. \*\*Ask us for more info on the boat rental.\*\* You can bring your own kayaks, canoe, and small water toys, including a rope and tube if you would like to use our pontoon boat for tubing. Access to Fun Stuff: Be ready to drive your vehicle, ATV, or snowmobile to the local attractions. The Whistling Turtle is 6 minutes from downtown Spooner, which has quaint shops along its main street, a variety of restaurants, cozy coffee houses, a brewpub, churches, activities, a large grocery store, a natural foods store, bakeries, and a farmer's market. No need to pack up your entire kitchen and enough groceries for your stay. We have a gourmet kitchen ready for your entertaining, and the local stores are excellent for buying your food and supplies. Do you want to go exploring? Our place is about 10 minutes from the beautiful and well traveled Namekagon River (canoe rentals in Trego), and it is about 30 minutes from the fun lake town of Hayward, with its fishing museum, candy shops, zoo, and other fun attractions. There is so much for couples, families, and groups to enjoy in this part of the North Woods! We highly recommend exploring the beautiful lakes and trails that are all around Spooner and the great restaurants that are in town and in the neighboring towns as well. Shell Lake is just south of Spooner and makes for an awesome afternoon of swimming at the beautiful public beach and grabbing some yummy ice cream. Shell Lake has the Potter's Shed and other fun places in its downtown. The Whistling Turtle is close to the miles and miles of beautiful and well-kept ATV trails and snowmobile trails of Washburn County (so bring your toys and enjoy the trails). With such a fantastic location, you will have plenty to occupy you in the area, but you may even want to take a day trip up to Lake Superior, which is a little over an hour north. The Twin Cities are just two hours to the southwest. \*\*Ask us about outings and day trips that your group can plan in the North Woods.\*\* House Rules: No smoking of any kind or doing illegal drugs on the property. No fireworks on the property. No large and/or raucous parties. (Please contact us directly if you would like to do a small event, like a groom's dinner, corporate retreat, etc.) The principal renter must be at least 26 years old. Keep the noise level down as we have neighbors close by the property. Follow all the guidelines in the welcome book for the house, the yard (especially the pond), and the lakeshore. If you bring pets, keep them out of the pond and off of the furniture, especially the beds, and be mindful of the neighbors and also of guests who will come after you. (Guests who leave a mess from their pets will pay an additional charge on top of the pet fee.) ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Pool/Spa - Massage ### Internet - Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Video games - Video library ### 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 ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Safe ### Location highlights - On a lake ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Boat - Kayak - Table tennis - Water sports equipment ### 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 - Unit size: 3,500 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/102000000/101993800/101993711/b11f0e52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### NEW Spacious Lake Chalet+Hot Tub Spooner - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.6 Exceptional 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=101993711&PinnedHotelID=101993711&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27010000/27006800/27006790/314b4291.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxurious Lake McKenzie Cabin Getaway ~ Recently Remodeled! 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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 Located in Spooner, this chalet is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Trego Lake and Gull Lake, while Railroad Memories Museum and Washburn County Historical Museum are cultural highlights. [Visit our Spooner travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Spooner.dx160883) [View more Chalets in Spooner](https://www.expedia.ca/Spooner-Chalets.d160883-aaChalets.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C45.86211%2C-91.91768&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=aouLbZljbnG6v_TknMvxcje2W3o=) Spooner, WI ### What's nearby - Spooner Dog Park - 9 min drive - 6.5 km - Railroad Memories Museum - 9 min drive - 6.9 km - Spooner Golf Club - 10 min drive - 8.3 km - St. Croix Casino Hertel - 33 min drive - 35.6 km - Lac Courte Oreilles - 52 min drive - 50.4 km ### Getting around - St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown) - 124 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Alley Cats Coffee - ‬10 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive - ‪Tracks Bar and Family Dining - ‬13 min drive - ‪Strongman Smokehouse - ‬13 min drive - ‪The Prime Bar Family Dining - ‬13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is North Woods Haven for Families: sandy beach, home theater, near town & trails pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). ### What time is check-in at North Woods Haven for Families: sandy beach, home theater, near town & trails? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at North Woods Haven for Families: sandy beach, home theater, near town & trails? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is North Woods Haven for Families: sandy beach, home theater, near town & trails located? > Located on a lake, this family-friendly chalet is within 9 mi (15 km) of Railroad Memories Museum, Trego Lake, and Spooner Golf Club. Washburn County Historical Museum and The Potter's Shed are also within 12 mi (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## North Woods Haven for Families: sandy beach, home theater, near town & trails Reviews 9.8 ### 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) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location 10 - Excellent 23 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kyle S. Jul 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great lake place The home was lovely and well stocked with all the items we needed for our stay for a gather of multiple families. ##### Kyle S. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anthony J. Mar 10, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We really enjoyed our stay!! Great property and close enough drive to Hayward! ##### Anthony J. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tony S. Jul 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Up-North Spot Jennifer and Kristin were very accommodating and the property was clean, well-setup and a memorable getaway for the whole family. ##### Tony S. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judy N. Jul 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The Whistling Turtle Chalet is an amazing property! We had 5 adults and 5 children (ages 3-9) and so loved the spaciousness of the chalet, awesome movie room, toy area with futon tepee, fire pit, pedal boat, pontoon, beach swimming area and the list goes on! Everything we needed (and more) was available to us in the chalet. All the thoughtful touches were also very much appreciated! We will definitely be back! ##### Judy N. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### john b. Mar 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great cabin great location Beautiful cabin with plenty of room and seating. Very peaceful location yet only 5 minutes from downtown spooner. Close to food, drink, shopping and entertainment. ##### john b. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Randy P. Jul 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful Family Getaway- everything we had hoped for! We recently stayed here for a quiet family getaway, and it was exactly what we were hoping for. The setting was peaceful and relaxing, perfect for disconnecting from our busy routines and spending quality time together. Everything matched the description, and there were no surprises—just comfort, calm, and beautiful surroundings.The accommodations were clean, cozy, and well-equipped, and the area offered just enough to explore without feeling too busy or crowded. Whether we were enjoying quiet mornings with coffee or winding down after a day outdoors, it all felt just right.If you’re looking for a restful escape that delivers exactly what it promises, this is the place! ##### Randy P. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Danielle L. Jul 15, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation We had a great extended family vacation at this house and we loved every minute of it! Would definitely love to come back sometime! ##### Danielle L. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sara P. Jan 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Stay, Awesome House The house was amazing and had plenty of space for our group. We had a great time playing games, watching movies, and playing exciting games of ping pong. We can't wait to come back in the summer to enjoy the lake. ##### Sara P. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Jeannie C. Sep 7, 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication, location #### Nice place. Easy ##### Jeannie C. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeff F. Aug 18, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very nice property Beautiful house and yard. Enjoyed bonding with my extended family, which the house accommodated very easily. The location was great: quiet country setting but still not far from town. Would recommend ##### Jeff F. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tyler C. Aug 22, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Highly satisfied Everything about this cabin was perfect, had no problems. Would rent again ##### Tyler C. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Travis L. Apr 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Getaway with the boys The property is in an awesome location! It was just what I was hoping it was going to be, a retreat for me and my brother's along with a couple friends. I cant say enough about how nice the property is. Might be back with the kiddos and wife! ##### Travis L. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Abby M. Feb 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Birkie Weekend Our group had a fantastic time at this home. There was a bit of a glitch with the code and getting in but owners were super fast and responsive. Everyone in our group was impressed. The teenagers loved the basement and movie theater. Kids loved all the turtles that were hidden around the house. Kitchen was well stocked. We would stay again. ##### Abby M. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hayley S. Jun 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### June 2023 This was a really great trip! The hosts were very attentive to our needs, the cabin was very nice and clean, plus a playground and small pond on the patio. I was unsure about the small lake but we caught tons of fish and there was a nice sandy bottoms off the dock for the kids to play ins I would def stay here again! ##### Hayley S. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda C. Jul 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic cabin weekend! We had a wonderful time at the Whistling Turtle Chalet with our extended family. Plenty of space in nice clean rooms. Wonderful kitchen fully stocked, with beautiful rooms and grounds. Jenny was extremely communicative and helped with everything we needed or any questions we had. Such thoughtful accommodations and attention to detail. Highly recommend. Can’t wait to stay again! ##### Amanda C. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashley L., Oakdale Jun 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome! It was such an awesome experience! The hosts are extremely polite and respectful! Not only that, they respond quickly. My family loved this place! The best part was, we were able to see the northern lights by the lake! I really recommend this place ❤ ##### Ashley L. Stayed 4 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Sep 6, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A nice long weekend before school starts 3 families came together to relax and enjoy the lake during Labor Day weekend before school started. The kiddos were all teens who enjoyed the paddleboats, the firepit, and the movie room was a massive hit with everyone. The kitchen was large with a beautiful wood table large enough for our 10 hungry mouths. We even caught enough fish to have a fish fry! So much fun. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anna B. Mar 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A beautiful cozy home! We loved our stay at the whistling turtle! Our group of twelve of my family and friends had a great time watching movies, playing games, doing puzzles, chatting and eating. :). The kitchen is well stocked with pots and everything you need to cook. We preferred the cozy couches in the living room to the cute theatre for watching movies. We also enjoyed seeing many deer in the yard! Thanks for everything! We will book again soon for next year! ##### Anna B. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lake S. Jul 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Exactly as described in the listing. Perfect for large groups. ##### Lake S. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandy A. Aug 9, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Summer Fun Nice place lots of room big yard new dock ##### Sandy A. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cindy P. Jul 25, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best getaway spot in northern Wisconsin! This property had all the amenities we needed! Beautiful lake access which allowed us to bring our boat and kayaks. A fire pit for evening hangouts with a view of the lake. Also plenty of space in the house for our family reunion. Just gorgeous! ##### Cindy P. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bob K., Waukesha Jul 22, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome Up North Getaway! Had a wonderful week with our family (8 adults, 4 kids age 3-12) and the house and property worked perfectly! The house feels even roomier than pictured and is very tastefully appointed. It was perfectly clean and stocked with the basics as described in listing. Kitchen was adequate for preparing meals and happily the beautiful slab dining table easily held all of us. Bedrooms are set off and quietly away from main gathering spots; the beautiful and spacious master suite has wonderful sunrises. The basement theater is a great touch but weather was too nice to use more than once. Appreciated the supply of toys in the loft for our toddler. Overall just a very comfortable and quality place for everyone to gather and hang out. There was tons of space to run around and relax outside as well. The weather was hot but there always seemed like a nice shady spot whether it was the back patio or down by the lake in the afternoon. Great little bench swing to enjoy the lake view and watch the kiddos having a great time. The large pier is in a small, quiet bay that’s not very deep and dotted with lily pads. The kids enjoyed the paddleboats and the shallow sandy areas right off shore. Kids enjoyed reeling in the numerous little panfish off dock, and our 6 year old granddaughter also pulled in an exciting northern! Caught several good sized largemouth bass along south side of lake with some casual fishing attempts in a kayak. Enjoyed eagles and loons while on the lake and a few deer and fox running through yard. Firepit was put to use several times; plenty of seating and cheap firewood nearby. Privacy and the ability to enjoy nature’s solitude are important to us and overall we give Whispering Turtle Chalet a very high rating. There are neighbors you will see and hear enjoying the up north life (boating, campfires, atv’s), but nothing extended that made for an unpleasant experience. The 189 acre lake is big enough for some good kayaking and the amount of ski boat/jet ski traffic was really minimal. We had great communication with the owner – very timely and helpful, informative responses. Had a minor issue with oven that was quickly resolved. Spooner is a nice little town to wander around; the Economart is a great grocery store. Appreciated the owners bulletin board on local highlights. If you want a bigger beach experience try Shell Lake, it’s really nice. We rented kayaks on a non-tubing section of the Namekegon river. It was beautiful and water flow ##### Bob K. 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