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Little Muskie Retreat on Little Muskie Lake, Canoe included! Snowmobile!

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Outdoor dining
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Woodruff, WI
  • Place, Brandy Lake
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Arrowhead Lake
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Minocqua Winter Park and Nordic Center
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County)
    ‪41 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Woodruff

This vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Rock Falls Riding Stable LLC and Dr. Kate Museum. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Brandy Lake - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Arrowhead Lake - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Campanile Center for the Arts - 8 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Lake of the Torches Casino - 19 min drive - 17.1 miles
  • Minocqua Winter Park and Nordic Center - 28 min drive - 15.5 miles

Getting around

  • Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪KWIK TRIP #588 - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fritz's Bar & Grill - ‬3 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.

Little Muskie Retreat on Little Muskie Lake, Canoe included! Snowmobile!

Best of both worlds describes our Northwoods ranch home w/100' of sand frontage on Little Muskie Lake. Just 3-1/2 miles north of downtown Minocqua.

Enjoy a memorable Northwoods vacation at The Little Muskie Retreat in Arbor Vitae. Our lake house offers a beautiful wooded setting above 79 acre Little Muskie Lake. There are about 30 steps down to the lake. A private boat launch is available just two piers away from our private pier. There is plenty of parking for you with the horse-shoe like driveway for your vehicles and boat trailer. Curl up with a book and get cozy by the gas fireplace during the cooler months, and stream your favorite movies and shows on the flat-screen TV using the complimentary WiFi. Savor a meal and the view on the wrap around deck!

The game room has a fold out futon which is also used as a 4th bedroom. The kitchen features hickory cabinets, beautiful wood beamed ceiling in dining and open kitchen/dining with breakfast bar.

Our cabin is close to shopping, petting zoo, dining, golf and hiking/biking trails with the peace and quiet of the Northwoods. We are less than one mile from a major trail head which you can snowmobile to right from the cabin!

SNOWMOBILERS: Garage parking access for parking 6-7 sleds! Easy access to trails, less than 1 mile away.

Things to know:

Free WiFi

Full kitchen with dishwasher

Charcoal grill

3-person canoe

Central air conditioner

Game room with futon, games, TV
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a sofa bed.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming 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: 1,300 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please put away all dishes in the dishwasher and sink.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Rates based on 6 people. $15 per person per night over 6 people

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets
  • Note from host: 1 Dog under 35lbs allowed, otherwise inquire.

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
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: 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 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Woodruff, close to Wildwood Wildlife Park and Nature Center, Torpy Park Beach, and Bearskin State Trail. You'll also find Campanile Center for the Arts and Minocqua Park Complex within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Little Muskie Retreat on Little Muskie Lake, Canoe included! Snowmobile!?

Yes, there is wheelchair-accessible parking available.

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.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Little Muskie Retreat on Little Muskie Lake, Canoe included! Snowmobile!?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside vacation home include a fireplace and a smart TV in each house, and some feature lake view.

Does Little Muskie Retreat on Little Muskie Lake, Canoe included! Snowmobile! 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.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does Little Muskie Retreat on Little Muskie Lake, Canoe included! Snowmobile! have connecting rooms available?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County), which is 27.7 mi away (43 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Little Muskie Retreat on Little Muskie Lake, Canoe included! Snowmobile!?

Yes, every house at Little Muskie Retreat on Little Muskie Lake, Canoe included! Snowmobile! comes with a patio and some offer lake views.

Little Muskie Retreat on Little Muskie Lake, Canoe included! Snowmobile! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 94 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always enjoy Little Muskie!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was clean and well stocked, plenty of room for all of us and room for parking two trucks and trailers.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot. Clean and ready for our arrival. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great hosts and a great place to stay. Was in town to snowmobile and very easy access to gas and food from the house. Used garage to keep sleds out of weather at night. Thanks again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place to stay. Host are very welcoming and easy to get ahold of. Nice big driveway to turn around on and park. Beautiful cabin over looking lake. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Faye A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for cozy clean cabin to stay in. The host isvery available to answer any questions you may have.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janis H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very quiet relaxing home. We enjoyed our stay and the house fit our needs perfectly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

megan m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice home, well maintained, private with beautiful lake view from deck!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cyndi M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable cabin on a lovely little lake. Perfect for the canoe our hosts provided. The property is close to town as well as to a myriad of hiking and biking trails. We loved our week there.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cody W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Week stay at little muskie retreat

Our family had a very nice time, it was very comfortable, the lake was great and very friendly neighbors.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little Muskie Retreat

Great property and lovely stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Great location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent place

Clean, easy to work with, nice stay
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great lakefront spot!

Enjoyed the cabin and fishing and swimming off the dock and boat ride to bbq.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little Muskie Cottage stay in July

Very spacious cottage on the lake. We enjoyed the week’s stay with beautiful weather and views.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank M. K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Great Place

Well-maintained, nicely-furnished and clean property that could benefit from some updating. Adrian was right on top of things with a minor problem and exhibited genuine concern for his guests. Only downsides are proximity to highway and long walk down to lake (if you are a senior or have a disability). Overall, we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bev B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Northwoods

Great location, close to town. Nice swim area, plenty of room for parking.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serenity

Calming, relaxing, peaceful. Bald eagles hang out in the trees and lake, greeted us when we pulled up. Wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We just spent a week at Little Muskie Retreat. 4 adults and 3 small children. We had a fabulous time! The house was spotless and had everything we needed. We enjoyed the canoe, and the kids loved swimming and catching fish off the dock. Many bald eagle sightings! It’s very quiet, but close to many restaurants and activities. I highly recommend this place!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice home on Little Muskie Lake

Stayed in late September. The home is in very good condition, well decorated, and had above and beyond what we needed to enjoy our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Bonita U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is clean and comfortable, just a bit shabby like any good Northwoods cabin.A bit close to the highway, can hear traffic noise so not as secluded as we hoped.Access to lake is down a steep flight of stairs not shown in photos wish we'd known that as well it was inaccessible to anyone with limited mobility.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

The second time we have stayed at this property. As before the property was clean and as listed. Close to lots of amenities which is no small feat this far north.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheri D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location !

The location was perfect and the lake had plenty of fish to be caught. The boat launch was a bit on the steeper side but not an issue for us. Communication with the owner was excellent. Plenty of space for our family!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Snowmobile trip

House was clean and set up perfectly for our group. Snowmobile trail was close by. Full kitchen was very useful. We would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly recommend

Big turn around driveway for trucks with trailers. Roomy inside with a beautiful view. Close to amenities. Very nice owners, easy to get ahold of by messaging host.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024