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Northwoods Best @ Amazing Grace Retreat Convenient access to Snowmobile trails!

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Dates

June 2025

July 2025

Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 101400 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Laundry
Barbecue grill
Outdoor Space
Kitchen

Explore the area

Sayner, WI

White Birch Lake
‪1 min walk‬
White Sand Lake
‪6 min drive‬
Little Saint Germain Lake
‪40 min drive‬
Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County)
‪93 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Star Lake

This vacation home places you next to White Birch Lake and within a 10-minute drive of White Sand Lake. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a sofa bed.

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What's nearby

White Birch Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
White Sand Lake - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
Vilas County Historical Museum - 25 min drive - 12.8 miles
Little Saint Germain Lake - 40 min drive - 17.3 miles
Lake of the Torches Casino - 56 min drive - 32.7 miles

Getting around

Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

‪Sayner Pub - ‬19 min drive
‪Stillwaters - ‬7 min drive
‪Vinchi's Hillside Inn - ‬14 min drive
‪Colours & Creme - ‬19 min drive
‪The Hillside Tavern & Grill - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Northwoods Best @ Amazing Grace Retreat Convenient access to Snowmobile trails!

FANTASTIC LOCATION!!!
Quiet Seclusion! We are on Ballard Lake chain on White Birch Lake! , Biking , Hiking , Fishing , Watersports , Shopping or just relaxing and enjoying what the Northwoods has to offer We offer a very unique nostalgic cabin with two bedrooms in the Northern Highland State Forest on 1000 Acres of some of the most Prestigious clear Water with some of the Best Fishing Wisconsin has to offer! Access Walking trails close to the cabin or Bike trails 5 miles away. Only 7 miles from Boulder Junction! Sleeps 6-8 comfortably! Newly refurbished cabin using modern touches with some nice yesteryear ambience! Very clean! Complete new flooring! Very comfy new Queen beds! New recliner sofa and chair! Come and Experience the Northwoods and Lakes like never before! Beauty out every window! Boat ramp, pier and beach right on the property. Come relax and enjoy! Let us know any of your vacation needs and we will help fulfill them. We provide kayaks, canoes, peddle boat, stand up paddle board, and fishing boat for your use! Spic and Span clean without added cleaning fees!

The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a sofa bed, a coffee maker, and a dining table.

Property manager

Michael and Wanda Hornstein

Languages

English

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Parking available
Microwave
Kitchen
Living/Dining area

Property amenities

Beach

Beach nearby
Beach loungers

Ski

Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

Sauna

Internet

Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

Car required
Parking on site

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Microwave
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathroom

1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Living room

Entertainment

Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV
Stereo

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio

Laundry

Laundry facilities

Comfort

Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Location highlights

Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near the bay
Near the marina
On a lake
On the waterfront

Things to do

Boat
Kayak
Water park
Water sports equipment
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Wildlife walks 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
Unit size: 1,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

This property welcomes pets
Dogs only
2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Restrictions apply
For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals exempt from fees
Note from host: $20.00 for each dog per night.

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

Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Star Lake, just steps from White Birch Lake. You'll also find White Sand Lake and Lost Canoe Lake within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Northwoods Best @ Amazing Grace Retreat Convenient access to Snowmobile trails! good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic vacation home include a kitchen and a smart TV in each accommodation with some featuring lake views.

Are there hot tubs at Northwoods Best @ Amazing Grace Retreat Convenient access to Snowmobile trails!?

No, but this vacation home does have a sauna.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Northwoods Best @ Amazing Grace Retreat Convenient access to Snowmobile trails!?

Yes, every accommodation at Northwoods Best @ Amazing Grace Retreat Convenient access to Snowmobile trails! comes with a deck with some featuring lake views.

Northwoods Best @ Amazing Grace Retreat Convenient access to Snowmobile trails! Reviews

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Eric R.

Jan 20, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zeke X.

Oct 17, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Cant wait to come back

We had an incredible stay. We were lucky enough to have a fantastic northwoods fall getaway. We seen amazing northern lights and even seen jellyfish in the lake. We felt very relaxed and welcomed!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dane O.

Sep 11, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic hosts

Great place, with great hosts...highly recommended! Beautiful property too.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen K.

Sep 3, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Grace

We loved the beautiful property and the quiet lake location. The comfortable house was fully equipped with everything we needed and more. We can’t wait to return. We’d highly recommend this place! Thank you Mike and Wanda for everything!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Aug 14, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Another wonderful stay

We stayed here for the second time and it was wonderful again. Amazing owners, Mike and Wanda, who have lovingly cared for the property. Such nice hosts who make sure your stay is a real vacation. The cabin is beautiful and everything thing you need is there.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy H.

Jul 1, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Grace

Thank you, Mike and Wanda! We had a great weekend with our adult children and our dog. Very happy we decided to try to get in some quality weekend time. Everything was awesome: the house and gazebo (with unique decor full of history), the location, all the amenities, from corn hole to water toys.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don K.

Oct 28, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Beyond expectations!

This is by far the nicest cabin I’ve stayed in in the 20 plus years I’ve been coming to this area. Mike and Wanda are the perfect hosts! The nicest people you’d ever want to meet! They go out of their way to make sure all your needs are met! Their hard work shows in the cleanliness of their properties. We loved everything, the grounds are impeccably taken care of, the boat house is incredible! My group and I will definitely be back, this is our permanent destination for our yearly fishing trip. Thank you Mike and Wanda!!!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

DJ, Elkhorn, WI

Sep 24, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Another great stay at Amazing Grace Retreat

This is our second time staying at Amazing Grace Retreat and it was just as wonderful as the first time we visited. Mike and Wanda are hands down the best hosts, making sure we had everything we needed and answered any and all questions we had about the property and during our stay in general -- They are just the nicest and most personable hosts and people! Mike and Wanda even brought over a bottle of bubbles for our two year old son to enjoy when the weather wasn't the greatest, which he truly loved and appreciated! The property and home itself are both truly amazing -- clean and welcoming and a wonderfully relaxing environment, and love the retro feel of the cabin, yet having all of the necessities. We rented the boat and enjoyed taking it out for fishing and our son's first boat ride... an experience he will never forget. To Mike and Wanda, thanks again so much for allowing us to enjoy your little piece of heaven and we look forward to staying with you two again soon, likely the next time with baby boy #2. God Bless! Dan, Ashley, Wyatt, and Ginger the Bullmastiff 🐾

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin D.

Sep 10, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Northwoods Getaway

This is an amazing property and location. With so much of the lake undeveloped, it provides a quiet and serene northwoods experience. The cabin is huge and can easily handle more than the two of us on this trip. All of the photos of the cabin and the property are completely accurate. I always appreciate lots of detailed photos when trying to choose a cabin. All of the watercraft and equipment are in great shape. We utilized the kayaks, paddle boards, and fishing boat. They were all clean, in good condition, and performed well. This was primarily a fishing trip so we rented the motor for the fishing boat as well. The fishing did not disappoint either. Numerous species were caught on both White Birch and Ballard. The channel connecting the lakes is easily navigable. Wanda and Mike were great hosts! They had excellent communication before our arrival and answered all of our questions. The arrival directions were spot on and made it very easy to find their property. They have one of the best maintained access roads I have seen at a northwoods cabin. They were available to address any needs but otherwise gave us our privacy. If you are looking for a great northwoods experience, this is the place for you!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Aug 15, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Place!

Wonderful, CLEAN, quiet, beautiful place to stay. Everything you need is there, and the cabin is comfy and large. Lots of stuff to do on the property such as fishing off the dock, using the kayaks or canoe to paddle around the lake. Nice gazebo where you can hang out and there are games to play there. Enjoyed building a campfire and hanging out with family around the fire. Mike and Wanda are the best hosts. Making sure that you have everything you need but also allowing you lots of privacy. Our family can't wait to come back again!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin P.

Jul 30, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Wisconsin North woods escape

Lakefront cabin with all the amenities you could want! The cabin is on a small lake, White Birch, that has only two other properties on its shores. You can boat, kayak, fish, swim, canoe or just relax. Many hiking, atv and biking trails in the area for out of water fun. The property owners live onsite next door and are wonderful hosts.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronda L.

Jul 3, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

Mike & Wanda were very helpful and kind people. The cabin was comfortable and the lake and boats/kayaks were great fun!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Jun 26, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Grace - Amazing Place

My sister and I really enjoyed our stay at Amazing Grace. Of the places we have stayed in this 40-mile vicinity over the past several years, this is the first we feel compelled to return to. The proprietors, Mike and Wanda, were friendly and gracious hosts during our stay and regularly checked to ask if there was anything we needed. The cabin was very clean and in order on arrival and had everything we needed, including the grill, which we put to good use. It was also a really nice space - - a lot of cool vintage items like games, records, books, etc., that added character, the beds were comfortable (a must for me), and we loved the two sitting areas – one inside and one outside – each had two comfy seats and a view of the lake. The grounds were nice, too . . . we were too lazy to play shuffleboard . . . maybe next time! White Birch Lake and Ballard Lake (to which it is connected) were beautiful - if your definition of beauty is a scattering of homes, mostly state land, beautiful tree lines, loon nests, low noise, and sense of the unspoiled. We explored both lakes almost every day with our boat. The vegetation is fantastic and supports a healthy fish population. We enjoyed catching and releasing bass, crappie, and muskie during our stay. I’m really glad Mike and Wanda found this place and opened it for us to visit. Great place; really nice people.

Stayed 14 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany C., Grand Marsh USA

Feb 26, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Snow vacation

This property is perfect! Mike and Wanda are so nice and make everything simple and perfect! We love it here and will continue coming here! Thank you!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis G.

Jan 22, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute cabin in the woods

Mike and Wanda were absolutely the best host you could ask for, you can tell they take a lot of pride in there properties, there decor is beautiful in both of their cabins, I will definitely be reaching out to them in the future,

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brendan B.

Nov 22, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

deer camp

Great location, very clean and well maintained, hosts are very friendly and willing to help make sure you get the experience you are looking for.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dan C., Elkhorn, WI

Oct 16, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property with wonderful hosts!

Amazing Grace retreat was an amazing experience. The property was cozy, clean, beautiful, family friendly, and had everything we needed. Mike and Wanda were wonderful -- very friendly, attentive, and accommodating with exceptional communication (thanks again for accommodating a later than expected check in). We had a such a great and relaxing time and we were bummed to leave but plan to stay longer on our next visit. Thank you so much again for everything and can't wait to stay again!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S., Fort Atkinson

Oct 12, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great relaxing escape

The cabin was very clean and cute, the hosts were welcoming and helpful, fall colors were spectacular, we saw lots of wildlife including a bear, and the sauna was relaxing. It was a perfect get-a-way for us.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacey G.

Sep 13, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful, relaxing, and quiet!!!

Everything you could possibly want for a very relaxing getaway!!!! Beautiful view and access to the lake with many options added in for outdoor fun and entertainment! The cabin house was very clean, spacious, with comfortable beds, and a much needed relaxing sauna! Multiple views to relax and watch nature from inside the cabin as well as from the porch. Communication with host and access to facility was made easy! A wonderful place to stay!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tytus V.

Sep 3, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing place, this… Amazing Grace!

Where to start… the owners are an incredible couple who seem to enjoy hosting people at their little slice of paradise. They are extremely helpful and there when you need them but invisible otherwise. The location is great and is right on the clearest of lakes, with a little sandy beach, good size dock with a lift and seating, what seems like a boat ramp, and a sweet fire pit. The cabin and the spacious waterfront lot is off the beaten path and secluded from the main road, settled peacefully in a dense old forest. There are two small resorts nearby, but we hardly saw other people on this crystal clear lake late in August. There are three inhabitable structures on this 3 acre lot. One of them is this 2 bedroom rental cabin - and what a time capsule it is! The other two larger buildings are: a home where the owners reside, and a cute boathouse that is separately available for rent as well. There is a floating swim platform and a huge! inflatable bouncer anchored just a few yards off the shore. Wildlife is abound everywhere you look - kids and our dog really enjoyed looking at deer and chipmunks from just feet away. There are plenty of activities for adults and kids alike on the property and the cabin is well stocked with games, puzzles, books, and DVDs. There is a sauna at the cabin that can easily hold four adults - we enjoyed it in the evenings to unwind after an active day on the water and in the woods. The smart TV in the loving room offers access to virtually any online video platform out there; recliner chair and sofa makes watching TV a pleasure. The wifi is slow and service can be spotty, but that is what you get out in the wild. AT&T and T-Mobil had no signal at the property, but you do get one bar a few miles down the main road, enough to make a call or access the web. There is a grocery store (Coontail Market) in Boulder Junction and a much bigger store in Minocqua (Triggs and Walmart), if you need a wider selection of goods. Mad Dog Jake’s ice cream in BJ is a place to visit, too. We enjoyed our almost week-long stay and had a great time. Hope to come back, perhaps in the winter this time around. One of the coolest places we have been to in a while. Good destination if you want a relaxing vacation away from it all, but with other super nice humans nearby. ;-)

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian E.

Aug 28, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Truly Amazing

This is truly amazing place. They have all the fun toys( Kayaks, paddle boards, row boats, paddle boat, a raft in the water and water trampoline, canoe & more) on a quiet lake. You can also rent a motorised boat at extremely reasonable rates. Mike & Wanda are outstanding hosts and think of all the little things. The cabin has a huge bedroom in the back that can sleep 6-8 and the other bedroom is more standard. Great set up for an extended or large family. Cleanest cabin we have ever stayed in. We were already checking availability for next year after the first day!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Aug 5, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice and clean. Great hospitality

Family friendly. Nice property and hosts

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Jul 28, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent property and hosts

The property is beautiful and the accommodations were clean. Hosts were amazingly helpful on our stay. Having a full fridge and an oven/stove would be a nice addition to the place, however. But we would definitely return either way.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn D.

Jul 16, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Our stay at Amazing Grace Retreat was definitely a treat!

The owners Mike and Wanda were such kind people and the property was much more than we anticipated! It’s the extra things that made this please special!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott K.

Jun 25, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

Amazing Grace Retreat is awesome! The scenery and atmosphere was so beautiful and very peaceful. The fishing was great! The cabin was very neat and clean with a lot of room and well furnished. We hated to leave and would definitely go back in the future. Mike and Wanda are super people and their hospitality is over the top. They made us feel welcome and at home. I have never met anyone quite like them. Thanks Mike and Wanda for a great experience during our stay . Scott and Wendy Kaufmann

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022