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Madeline Island’s south shore offers a cozy lakeside retreat

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Property grounds
Dining
TV, fireplace
Exterior
Beach

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

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La Pointe, WI
  • Place, Madeline Island Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Madeline Island Ferry Line
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Apostle Islands Marina
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

La Pointe

This vacation home places you next to Lake Superior and Madeline Island Museum. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a refrigerator.

What's nearby

  • Madeline Island Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Madeline Island Ferry Line - 11 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Apostle Islands National Lakeshore - 12 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Apostle Islands Marina - 12 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Apostle Islands Cruises - 12 min drive - 3.7 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Copper Crow - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Manypenny Bistro - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Pier Plaza - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Pickled Herring - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Morty's Pub - ‬13 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.

Madeline Island’s south shore offers a cozy lakeside retreat

Bear Path | Lakeside Family Retreat on Madeline Island
Escape to Bear Path, a charming 4-bedroom, 3-bath home on the south shore of Madeline Island. With a private dock, sandy beach, and sweeping Lake Superior views, this family-friendly retreat is perfect for relaxing, reconnecting, and enjoying the best of island life.

🏡 The Space
Main Floor:

Open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area
Cozy stone wood-burning fireplace with leather seating
Three-season porch with serene lake views
Bedroom 3: King Bed
Upstairs:

Bedroom 4: King Bed
Loft area: 2 Twin Beds
Lower Level (Walk-Out):

Private entrance for guests
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 Full (Double) Beds
Living room and kitchenette
Full bath
Sleeps: Up to 12 guests

🌅 Outdoor Living
Private dock for swimming, fishing, or sunbathing
Sandy beach for family fun or relaxation
Fire pit overlooking Lake Superior for evening gatherings
Spacious lawn for outdoor activities

✨ Features & Highlights
Large, family-friendly layout with separate lower-level living space
Stunning lake views from multiple vantage points
Wood-burning fireplace for cozy evenings
Easy access to Lake Superior and outdoor recreation
Bear Path is ideal for large families or multi-generational getaways, offering space, comfort, and a private lakeside setting where you can make lasting memories.

Amenities:

2 Cars    |    Flat Screen TV |   Outdoor Fire Pit   | Fireplace    | 2 Dogs

Firewood at Bear Path is for the indoor fireplace.  If you wish to have an outdoor fire you are responsible for gathering firewood or purchasing wood in town.

Kitchen Basics - Dishes, Glassware, Utensils, Cutlery, Pots & Pans
Refrigerator, Stove, Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Toaster & Coffee Maker
Screen Porch off the Dining Room overlooking Lake Superior
Private Lakeshore with stairs down to Lake Superior
Linens for each Bed
Towel sets for the number of guests listed on the reservation
We provide a complimentary start-up supplies of: Toilet Tissue, paper towel, garbage bags and hand soap for each bathroom
Gas Grill
Lower Level has kitchenette with Microwave
Telephone (local calls only)

ITEMS YOU WILL NEED TO BRING

- Food
- Beverages
- Condiments (including salt & pepper - WI Department of Health & Human Services requires all condiments must be removed after each rental)
- Additional towels for going to the lake (bath towels provided are for use inside the property not to be taken outside to the lake for swimming

Extra notes:
Weekly Reservations required last week of June through July and August, 3 days minimum stays in off-season.
Check In Time: After 3:00 PM
Check Out Time: 10:00 AM (please be prompt)
50% deposit required at reservation and remaining amount due 60 days prior to your arrival

Madeline Island Vacations Terms & Conditions Please Click Here​
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and 3 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a fireplace and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: $100 plus tax pet fee (limit 2 dogs)

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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 and a smoke detector.

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Frequently asked questions

What can I see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in La Pointe and just steps from Lake Superior and Madeline Island Museum. You'll also find Madeline Island Ferry Line and Apostle Islands Cruises within a short drive.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

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

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

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

Madeline Island’s south shore offers a cozy lakeside retreat Reviews