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Bell Street Lodging-Retreat

Lakefront apartment with kitchen and balcony

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Outdoor dining
Exterior detail
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Beach

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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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 apartment places you next to Lake Superior and Madeline Island Museum. The apartment includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a dining area.
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What's nearby

  • Madeline Island Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Madeline Island Ferry Line - 11 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Apostle Islands Marina - 12 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Apostle Islands Cruises - 12 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Legendary Waters Casino - 16 min drive - 7.0 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Copper Crow - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Manypenny Bistro - ‬52 min drive
  • ‪Pier Plaza - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Pickled Herring - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Morty's Pub - ‬52 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Bell Street Lodging-Retreat

In the heart of downtown Madeline Island is the newly acquired Bell Street Lodging. Walking distance to restaurants, bars and beaches. This is an ideal place to relax and take in the views. Your rental unit is located on the second floor and has its own private deck to enjoy morning coffee a cocktail or just to soak in the scenery. There is additional common space that can be enjoyed as well. This includes a massive deck with plenty of seating and tables to enjoy additional views or company if you so chose. We have created a bbq and beer garden as well. Use one of the grills and courtyard area for wonderful meal outside.

The lodging includes four bedrooms allowing for up to 10 guests. Please note that the max guests allowed is 10. If you exceed the max amount we may ask you to leave the property and no refund will be provided.

Three of the bedrooms have Queen Beds. Two of the queen bedrooms have access to their own deck. One bedroom has a set of bunk beds. The bunk beds are adult sized with 8" thick mattresses.

The Bell Street Lodging was constructed with concrete forms. The concrete forms offer a quiet sanctuary within your space. Or step outside and walk a 100 yards to Tom's Burned Down Cafe. Tom's is an island music oasis. Not to mention spectacular for people watching. Enjoy a short walk to the Beach Club for a sunset view and refreshment. Your family could enjoy Grampa Tony's also within 100 yards of your stay.

If you enjoy the convenience of staying close to the action this is the accommodation for you. One flight of stairs, unpack and park your car for the rest of your stay if you chose.


The Bell Street is no longer being advertised and operated as a bar/restaurant/event center. There may be a rare occasion that an event happens (more to help the community). Please check our website calendar at https://www.bellstreettavernmi.com. Click on the calendar tab and see if anything is posted. There are a total of 4 units as a part of this building and there may some noise from your neighbors (similar to an apartment). We just want you to be aware this is not a single family rental unit.

Please be mindful of the Ferry schedule. We can not offer a refund if you can't make the last boat. Please check their website for any travel advisories before traveling. Also, if you are booking very close to your arrival date please pay attention to our strict cancellation policy.

Note: Check in time is 4pm and check out time is 10am. Please note due to the very high lodging demand we cannot offer early check in or late check out.
The apartment is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a coffee maker, an ironing board, and a dining table.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

Note: A refund will not be provided if your vacation needs to be cut short due to weather conditions which may affect the ferry schedule

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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 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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

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, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Bell Street Lodging unit 2
Bell Lodging Retreat La Pointe
Bell Street Lodging-retreat Apartment
Bell Street Lodging-retreat La Pointe
Bell Street Lodging-retreat Apartment La Pointe

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this apartment?

This apartment 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.

Will I be able to park at this apartment?

No, there isn't parking available at the apartment.

Is this apartment associated with a casino?

No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this apartment?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Bell Street Lodging-Retreat?

At this lakeside apartment, amenities that appeal to couples include a kitchen, kitchens in some apartments, as well as a garden.

Does Bell Street Lodging-Retreat have a hot tub?

No, this apartment doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this apartment provide breakfast?

No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this apartment allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this apartment.

Are there rooms with balconies at Bell Street Lodging-Retreat?

Yes, every apartment at Bell Street Lodging-Retreat comes with a balcony with some featuring lake views.

Reviews

Bell Street Lodging-Retreat Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bell Street was very clean and well appointed. The host communicated very well throughout the process and made sure we were happy with our stay. It had even more space than we envisioned which was great for our larger group to spread out. Plenty of parking and right in the middle of all the shops / restaurants. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela T.

Nice view! Kitchen could use kitchen shears, aluminum foil and baggies.Was super nice, not far from ferry! Big Bay State Park just six miles away, but the island is huge.No gas station and on the island to refuel if you really wanted to drive the island.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie G., Milwaukee

Liked: Cleanliness
The apartment was roomy and comfortable. It was close to everything we needed. The decks off of the bedrooms and around the side were lovely for outdoor socializing.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome apartment. The most comfortable beds and amazing sheets. Nothing bad to say. This is a great place to stay! Super clean and it has everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny D.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
We rented the 4 bedroom suite which is a great place for a large group. There were plenty of towels and other supplies. The location is great and able to walk to everything in town. It was a bonus to have balconies off 2 of the bedrooms. The bunk beds were adult sized and comfortable. We have stayed here multiple times and would definitely recommend to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane K.

Liked: Cleanliness
We having been staying here about 5 years. A great location and place
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather T., Minneapolis

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay at Bell Street was great! Great view great location and plenty of room. One of our favorites rentals we’ve stayed at on the island. Kitchen could have been a little better stocked but overall we loved it and will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our group if 7!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Char R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, spacious living area and bedrooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Convenient location and large

Was staying there with my senior citizen mother, brother & his wife & daughters (teen girls), sister, myself & 2 children (8/12). We maxed out capacity but all had plenty of room, never felt cramped. It was walkable from the ferry and had plenty of parking behind it, the view from the deck by the entrance was fantastic.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness

LaPointe Madeline Island, Bell Street Resort

The property was clean and spacious. The kitchen has everything you need. The bedrooms were nice with clean sheets and the they were comfy. We enjoyed the balconies off two of the bedrooms as well. This was the only unit I found on VRBO with a second bathroom. Both bathrooms were clean with plenty of towels. We would not hesitate to rent this unit again. Madeline Island is beautiful. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you so much for the opportunity to stay here! We had such an amazing time. Not all of our family were able to come this time due to some unforeseen circumstances, but we will DEFINITELY come back again next year. We LOVED this place. It was clean, spacious, quiet and perfectly located, and just wonderful all the way around. Thank you so very much!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Review

The property manager was very responsive when there was an issue. He kept us updated and worked until the issue was fully resolved. The place is in a wonderful location. It was kid friendly and for the most part very clean. One suggestion would be to clean the oven and stove top. I like to cook for the family and for the most part they had all the pans etc needed. I would return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula I.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love Madeline Island

Great location in town of LaPointe.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Such an amazing property

We have been coming to the island for 20+ years and have stayed at various places throughout. The Bell Street Lodging Retreat was the prefect location and place for my family and friends to take in a lot of what the island has to offer. We walked everywhere and never even got in our car this trip! We will stay here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karleigh M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location!

Comfortable, spacious stay for either families or a group of friends. The location is the best! You’re in the heart of La Pointe close to everything with enough space to be comfortable for a big group. The host did a great job communicating with us. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Coryn P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great island location

Perfect location for 2 families with tweens and teens who want accessibility to stores and restaurants. Same for the adults! Loved getting to know the shop owners and islanders. Super quick drive to Big Bay State Park and city park for the beautiful hikes, ledgerock climbs and vistas. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Audrey K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Convenient Clean Stay

Our group of 4 couples had a great stay at this property! We enjoyed the outdoor patio area, fully equiped kitchen, and comfortable sleeping arrangements. The host was very responsive to a couple of questions we had. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Madeline vacay

Great place to stay. Nice, clean and close to everything
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathryn T.

Liked: Cleanliness

great place to stay on the island

We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristina R., Saint Paul

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay!

We found this home to have everything we needed for a great stay for a group of 8 friends. Can’t beat the location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun

Great centralized location to walk downtown.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecka S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls weekend in Bayfield

We had a great time, the house was clean and as described.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023