Lake Front Cottage On Beautiful Big Portage Lake With Private Beach And Dock.

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View of the 'Point" with dock.  Beach area is to the right.
Mom and Dad, my wife and daughter enjoying a summer sunset.
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Overview of Lake Front Cottage On Beautiful Big Portage Lake With Private Beach And Dock.

2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 12

Check out the area

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Land O' Lakes, WI
  • Popular LocationCatfish Lake46 min drive
  • AirportRhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County)62 min drive
  • Popular LocationLittle Saint Germain Lake63 min drive
  • Popular LocationLake of the Torches Casino79 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Lake Front Cottage On Beautiful Big Portage Lake With Private Beach And Dock.

Secluded Cottage on one of the best walleye lakes in the Northwoods. Three bedroom fully furnished, One and one-half baths, surrounded by tall pines, birch, and hardwood forest. The beach has a sandy bottom with gradual slope away from shore, which makes it excellent for swimming and water-sports. There is a picturesque stone walkway down to the dock which is located directly off the Point. The dock has a built-in bench for evening views of spectacular northern sunsets.

The cottage has a large open deck off the front, with panoramic views through a beautiful thinly forested shoreline of stately Norway and White Pine, along with Birch, Maple, and Oak hardwoods. One bedroom has a king-size bed and an adjacent full bath, another has a queen-size bed with adjacent half bath, and a third bedroom has a queen, a full, and two twin beds. The cottage also has a large sitting room with a queen-size hide-a-bed sofa for sleeping.

The kitchen has an electric stove, microwave, dishwasher, and a large refrigerator. The dining room has a table seating six, and the living room has large lake-viewing windows and a fireplace for those cool summer evenings or colder winter days.

Wildlife abounds in the surrounding woods and out on the lake. The eerie call of a loon is often heard in the still evenings or early mornings, and mother duck waddles along the shore with her brood closely following behind. Eagles are frequently seen on the lake soaring overhead.

Property manager

William Shields
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Beach view
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Fireworks. No fires on the beach or at the dock. No loud or excessive parties.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Land O Lakes

Located in Land O Lakes, this cottage is in the city centre and on the beach. Ottawa National Forest and Nicolet National Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Eagle Falls Adventure Golf & Laser Tag and Eliason Hardware and Lumber. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kartway or Amsoil Eagle River Derby Track. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Land O' Lakes, WI

What's nearby

  • Ottawa National Forest - 20 min drive
  • Catfish Lake - 46 min drive
  • Voyageur Lake - 49 min drive
  • Little Saint Germain Lake - 63 min drive
  • Lake of the Torches Casino - 79 min drive

Getting around

  • Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • Brew's Pub - 16 min drive
  • Black Oak Inn - 17 min drive
  • Wild Turkey - 26 min drive
  • Dari Maid Drive In - 16 min drive
  • The Twilight Supper Club and Sandman Lounge - 20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Front Cottage On Beautiful Big Portage Lake With Private Beach And Dock. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake Front Cottage On Beautiful Big Portage Lake With Private Beach And Dock.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Front Cottage On Beautiful Big Portage Lake With Private Beach And Dock.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Front Cottage On Beautiful Big Portage Lake With Private Beach And Dock. located?

Located in the heart of Land O Lakes, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Wisconsin River, Ottawa National Forest and Nicolet National Forest. Ottawa National Forest Visitor Center and Northern Waters Casino Resort are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ann K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fishing Vacation
June is a great time to fish on Big Portage Lake if you can handle the mosquitos.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin on a nice lake
Cabin was very nice and the owners were great to deal with. Great spot for a family vacation in the northwoods.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenni N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet week at the lake
We really enjoyed our time on the lake this week. The layout of the house worked well for 4 adults and 3 kids. The pet gate on the deck was helpful, I think the dogs enjoyed the week as much as the rest of us. We were happy it wasn’t too hot since there’s no a/c, the fans kept the air circulating but it did feel a bit damp / humid at times. The point that the house is on is so great, quite secluded and nice views from the beach and docks. Perfect swimming area for the kids, with super clear water. We enjoyed the property and the area!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Land O Lakes Family Vacation
This was the perfect getaway for our family! Our group consisted of six adults, three children, and one dog. There was plenty of sleeping space and gates for our dog. The private sandy beach was wonderful. The lake was perfect for swimming and fishing. The kitchen had all utensils and appliances including a dishwasher. We have already booked for next summer. Thanks for a wonderful family vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Robert and Jane M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquil setting with the "quiet" sports!
Overall, we enjoyed the Shields property very much! It's quiet and you feel you are on you own private peninsula with 2 piers. Beach is awesome and is as advertised! I wish there was at least one kayak on the premise to use! Beds in basement could use an upgrade. Would book again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by William Shields

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The Shields Family originally came from Eagle River. Our parents bought the cottage in 1968 and used it as a weekend 'get-a-way' while they were still working (Dad was City Engineer of Eagle River and Mom was a school teacher for Eagle River (now Northland Pines) School District. After they both retired, they sold their house in Eagle River and moved up to Big Portage Lake. Actually, the original cottage was more of a large cabin, and it burned down in the early 70's. They rebuilt the cottage to what it is today, except for the large addition or 'sitting room' (we call this the 'Lois Room' after Mom) at the entrance.

My brother and I live/work with our families in other states (Colorado and Ohio), and at present are not able to use the property as much as we'd like. Therefore, we decided to share some of the northwoods experience on Big Portage Lake that we've had over the years.

The name 'Shields Pine-Rest' is not only appropriate, but is also historic. Our father was from Chicago, and his mom and dad (our grandparents) bought a resort on Little St. Germain Lake and operated it during the summers. They called it 'Shields Pine-Rest', as there were huge white and norway pines scattered among the cabins. I believe now it is called the Pine Valley Resort, located just off of Shields Road, on the south shore of Little St. Germain Lake.
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