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Brown Bear Cottage 3 Bedroom Pet Friendly Home Near Sand Valley & Lake Arrowhead

Family-friendly vacation home in Nekoosa with an outdoor pool

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms3000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Nekoosa, WI
  • Place, Lake Sherwood
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Arrowhead Golf Course
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Petenwell Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wisconsin Rapids, WI (ISW-South Wood County)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Nekoosa

Within a short walk of Lake Sherwood, this vacation home is within a mile (2 km) of Lake Arrowhead Golf Course. The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a fireplace.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Sherwood - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Lake Arrowhead Golf Course - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Petenwell Lake - 9 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Rainbow Casino - 27 min drive - 22.1 miles
  • Castle Rock Lake - 30 min drive - 28.3 miles

Getting around

  • Wisconsin Rapids, WI (ISW-South Wood County) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Buske’s Bighorn Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Gallery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Camelot on the Lake - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lake Arrowhead Clubhouse - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Lake Sherwood Lodge - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Brown Bear Cottage 3 Bedroom Pet Friendly Home Near Sand Valley & Lake Arrowhead

Our home offers a beautiful and clean house that provides a relaxing environment for guests, with a spacious interior for comfort. The place features a lovely outdoor area with a large yard suitable for pets and children, as well as a pool for fun. The well-stocked kitchen allows for convenient meal preparation for all your needs. The house is conveniently located near local events, beaches, and attractions, making it an appealing choice for visitors whatever you might be visiting for.

Pool is available from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend. It's possible the pool will be opened before then and stay open later depending on weather, please reach out to host to confirm pool availabilty if you intend on using it.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 3 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a fireplace.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)

General

  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 3 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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
Long-term renters welcome
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: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

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 and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Nekoosa, a short 12-minute walk from Lake Sherwood and also 15 minutes on foot from Lake Arrowhead Golf Course. Dyracuse Motorcycle Recreation Area is also within a driving distance of 2.3 mi.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

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

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Brown Bear Cottage 3 Bedroom Pet Friendly Home Near Sand Valley & Lake Arrowhead a good place to stay for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this vacation home, including a private pool and a fireplace as well as an outdoor pool.

Does Brown Bear Cottage 3 Bedroom Pet Friendly Home Near Sand Valley & Lake Arrowhead have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide 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.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

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

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Wisconsin Rapids, WI (ISW-South Wood County), which is 12.6 mi away (22 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Brown Bear Cottage 3 Bedroom Pet Friendly Home Near Sand Valley & Lake Arrowhead?

No, at Brown Bear Cottage 3 Bedroom Pet Friendly Home Near Sand Valley & Lake Arrowhead, there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.

Brown Bear Cottage 3 Bedroom Pet Friendly Home Near Sand Valley & Lake Arrowhead Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mike W E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super welcoming. Host was messaging throughout stay to make sure everything was good. Awesome place with pool table. Really clean
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin F.

Liked: Cleanliness
We really enjoyed our stay. This was the perfect spot for our crew of 4 in town for a golf trip. Shawn was a great host, very responsive.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

rodney s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent home. Worked great for our golf at Arrowhead
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025