Dog-friendly lakefront home with a private beach, dock, firepit, & kayaks provides a firepit and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.
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9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathrooms139 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Water view
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About this property
Dog-friendly lakefront home with a private beach, dock, firepit, & kayaks
Summary:
Little Pines Cottage
The Space:
Experience a peaceful vacation at this charming two-story home, featuring a private dock, a swimmable beach area, and serene lake views. When you are not fishing, swimming, or exploring the lake on the provided paddleboard or kayaks, you will find several must-see attractions just a few miles away. Capture the perfect selfie at Claire D' Loon, enjoy the trails at WinMan Trails cycling park, or visit Schomberg County Park. For year-round family fun, head to Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort, located just 33 miles from your door. Back at your lakeside retreat, the well-equipped island kitchen is perfect for everything from your morning coffee to elaborate dinners. Gather in the dining area or enjoy
al fresco meals on the furnished deck, which provides a lovely setting for outdoor dining. Two upper-floor living areas offer comfortable seating and smart TVs ready for streaming your favorite shows. The additional basement living space is ideal for younger guests seeking their own retreat during your stay. Outside, discover multiple decks, including a lakeside dock perfect for relaxing afternoons, a picnic table for meals with a view, and a firepit for evening gatherings under the stars. This home also features a washer and dryer, allowing you to pack light for your visit. Please note that this property does not have A/C. Things to Know Check-in time: 4:00 PM. Check-out time: 10:00 AM. All guests shall abide by The Good Neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM. No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises. This property is managed by VueStay Vacations.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
DVD player
Games
TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Firepit
Laundry
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
On the waterfront
Things to do
Kayak
Fishing 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Guests must be 25 years of age. Any guest under the age of 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian throughout the entirety of the stay.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
Located in Mercer, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Frog Lake And Pines State Natural Area and Moose Lake State Natural Area, while Mercer Depot Museum and Little Bohemia Lodge are cultural highlights. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. Visit our Mercer travel guide
Is Dog-friendly lakefront home with a private beach, dock, firepit, & kayaks pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Dog-friendly lakefront home with a private beach, dock, firepit, & kayaks?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Dog-friendly lakefront home with a private beach, dock, firepit, & kayaks?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Dog-friendly lakefront home with a private beach, dock, firepit, & kayaks located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Grand Portage Lake and within 3 mi (5 km) of Mercer Depot Museum and Carow Park. Frog Lake And Pines State Natural Area and Plunkett Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Dog-friendly lakefront home with a private beach, dock, firepit, & kayaks Reviews
Reviews
Wonderful
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.
Beautiful home on the lake.
This place is close to town.
A nice place to relax with friends for the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Peggy S.
22 Jun 2024
Great home on the lake
Beautiful peaceful setting on a nice lake. The home was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kay S.
17 Jul 2024
Quiet Retreat
Great spacious comfortable.
Loved the lake. Close to town. Cute fun town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Deadra R.
16 Aug 2024
Family
I loved being away from home and spending quality time with my family. Lots of room for the guests we had join us on this trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Cathy C.
24 Jul 2024
Awesome cabin layout and close to a town
2 miles to a grocery store, ice cream shop etc. Layout of the cabin was great with the kitchen on one side and bedrooms on the other, perfect quiet bedroom location since we had a baby along. Plenty of storage & space in the kitchen and the whole cabin.
W the welcoming calls of loons from crystal clear Grand Portage Lake. What a wonderful stay! The cottage was beautifully appointed. The ample outside spaces provided postcard views. Located close to grocery, downtown restaurants and the Heart of Vilas bike trail head, we could not have enjoyed our stay more and look forward to our visiting again soon.
The cabin was in a great location; close to town but in the woods on a nice quiet lake perfect for fishing and kayaking. The property had several perfect outdoor spaces for bonfire and viewing the lake. The kids enjoyed the paddle boats, kayaks, and swimming. Fishing was amazing right off the dock. The beds were comfortable and kitchen was new and clean. We had a great time here and recommend it to anyone traveling up north. Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Alexa L.
18 Aug 2024
Great beach front for young children
Cozy and clean home. The lakefront/beach area was perfect for our young kids (7,5,4) and we enjoyed the use of the paddle boat as well. There was an issue with an appliance, management was responsive and respectful. They managed the concern to the best of their ability. Overall a great property for a family to enjoy!
This weekend was a perfect get away. The house was cute and quaint. We felt comfortable and at home while staying here. We have two little boys and they absolutely loved the yard, beach and dock. They spent all day playing in the water and sand letting their imaginations run wild. The lake was perfect for cruises, fishing was hit and miss this weekend but still caught a Northern, large mouth bass and little blue gills.
Would recommend this property to anyone looking for a nice get away weekend with friends and family. Plenty of space for everyone and love that it’s pet friendly. Our dog Emma didn’t want to leave, she loved everything just as much as we did.
Great spot! We loved the lake, the house had great amenities and close to Winman trail system.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jacquie S.
14 Jul 2025
Fabulous vacation home away from home.
This is a very clean cosy home with the the most comfortable furniture. Not to mention the lake views are very relaxing and beautiful! The sound of the loons are so comforting. I would definitely recommend booking this vacation home.
Positives :The property is beautiful as well as the lake. There was plenty of room and it was nice having kayaks to use. Many white towels and it was very clean. We would stay again. Negatives: The paddle boat was full of water and leaves. Unfortunately the jet tub wasn’t really usable because it had gunk come out of the jets and the water at the rental was not hot. It was warm but not hot.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review
8/10 Good
alyssa a.
22 Jun 2025
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing great for families
The house was great very spacious. The beach is perfect for little kids nice spot to play in the sand and water. The fishing was amazing off the dock caught so many fish. The only downfall was there was no AC so plan accordingly if you plan on going in the summer. They have fans but that will only do so much when you have humid air coming in. There is a nice breeze from the lake but the house got over 80 and very humid. That would be the only downfall of the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Rhana Z.
9 Jul 2025
Wonderful Waterfront Cabin
My family of 4 had a wonderful week long stay over the 4th in this cabin. We loved the small private beach area for the kids, the dock/swimming area, the decks and balcony, the large yard, kayaks, and layout inside the home & our family made lots of memories around the fire.
Fair warning- there is no AC. The rental does not list AC so we knew this going in but some Northwoods rentals surprise you with a window unit or two. There is truly none here so just be aware in the later summer months, it can get hot- even up north! It was in the high 70s/low 80s for most of trip. There are enough fans for each room though, and the windows have screens so they can be open at night.
There are some improvements we passed on that I hope management will consider regarding communication, property cleanliness and upkeep, but overall this was a very memorable stay and we would stay again.
The home and property are beautiful,the layout is great. We would have had a 5 star if...... the neighbors were not there with a group of 8 teenagers. Music was obnoxious loud and so were the teens. We were not able to enjoy some peace and quiet around the fire like we would have liked, or even our own music. The fishing was fun for my grandson and my son. Big and little were caught, just from the pier. Beautiful clear water. Not a fan of a muck bottom and all the weeds. About the first 8ft is sand and shallow, good for splashing and playing. Private beach was fantastic keeping little one's busy. I was actually impressed with the cleanliness of the home. We tend to respect homes we go to and if they start clean they stay clean. The neighborhood is very peaceful, we just went on the wrong wk. There are Kayaks and floaties. Great amenities. Mercer is a fantastic area!! The issues we did have were very quickly and effortlessly taken care of.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Jeremy H.
23 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Nice location, but could have been more
The property was clean on the inside, but the outside did not seem to be maintained all that well. The lawn needed mowed and there were leaves in the yard and the landscaping from last fall that had not been addressed. The house was clean, but dated and not inviting for the typical vrbos that we have stayed at. This had the appearance of a home that someone had tried to sell and was Vrbo-ing until they can bet a better price. Meanwhile, a property management company seemed to be handling all the transactions. The TV had an Amazon Firestick that had a goofy password that needed to be entered to watch most anything. We had to call vacate and wait online to retrieve that password. For the price, we expected more.