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Waterfront Home on Clear Lake Manitowish Waters Chain of Lakes

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Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12297 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Waterfront Home on Clear Lake Manitowish Waters Chain of Lakes

Big Elk Lodge

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Gather your family and friends any season of the year and start building your special “Up-North Memories” at Big Elk Lodge. Big Elk Lodge is a private home located on the shore of Clear Lake, one of nine amazing lakes on the Manitowish Chain covering over 7,000 acres of water, connected by seven miles of scenic channels to explore. Big Elk Lodge will comfortably accommodate your group in summer, fall, winter, and spring, whether you are looking for peace and quiet or some high adventure.

Inside, the home features 3,300 square feet spread across two levels. You'll have four well-appointed bedrooms, with a king bed, one queen, and six twins to divide between your group, and there is even a sleeper sofa available for extra guests. On the upper level, you'll find the living room with a large flatscreen TV above a stone wood-burning fireplace, a game table, a dining room, the two main-level bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and a full kitchen equipped with all the appliances and counter space you'll need to prepare delicious meals.

Downstairs features two bedrooms, a full bath, a laundry room, and the large family room that features a TV, and there is a Ping-Pong table, a game table, with lots of puzzles, games, books, nature guides, and maps to explore. The central AC will keep everything nice and cool on hot summer days, and you can take advantage of the free WiFi to research tomorrow's next family adventure.

This home is only two miles from the sixty-mile Heart of Vilas Bike trail that recently won an award from the national park service. Head outside to take advantage of the outdoor amenities that include two large docks, a swim area, a canoe, a rowboat, two paddleboards, four kayaks, a private gas grill, a large deck, two pairs of cross-country skis, four pairs of snowshoes, a spacious and furnished deck, and a firepit. There are plenty of fun activities and attractions nearby, such as restaurants and bars, North Lakeland Discovery Center, WinMan Trails, Koller Memorial Park, Skiing Skeeters Water Ski Show, Music in the Park, canoeing and kayaking the Manitowish River, Little Star Beach, and special weekly activities, and special weekly activities. There is also a snowmobile trail just two miles away.

THINGS TO KNOW
Canoe, kayaks, tandem bike, corn hole, and paddleboards provided
The game room includes games, books, large TV, Ping-Pong, and more!
This property is managed by Vacasa Wisconsin, LLC.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 6 vehicles.

Dock details: There are multiple stairs to the dock. The lake is gorgeous and perfect for all sorts of water sports. Access is located behind the home.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Wisconsin

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Boat on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Hiking nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Sledding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3200 sq ft (297 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

59465

About the neighborhood

Map
Manitowish Waters, WI

What's nearby

  • Clear Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Spider Lake - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Big Lake - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
  • North Lakeland Discovery Center - 13 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Rest Lake - 17 min drive - 7.4 km

Getting around

  • Ironwood, MI (IWD-Gogebic County) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Bohemia Lodge - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Smokey's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Aberdeen Restaurant & Bar - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Manny’s Parkside - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Some Nerve Brewing Company - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Home on Clear Lake Manitowish Waters Chain of Lakes pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Home on Clear Lake Manitowish Waters Chain of Lakes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Home on Clear Lake Manitowish Waters Chain of Lakes?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Home on Clear Lake Manitowish Waters Chain of Lakes located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Clear Lake, Fawn Lake, and Spider Lake. Stone Lake and Big Lake are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Waterfront Home on Clear Lake Manitowish Waters Chain of Lakes Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

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

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

Big Elk Lodge review
Beautiful! This house is amazing! We stayed with 10 people and there was more than enough room. And what a location! Right on the banks of Clear Lake. Made it perfect for some pontoon trips and tubing enjoyment.
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy F.

Big Elk Lodge
The house was spacious & well furnished. The ping pong table was a big hit as we had a rainy week! Unfortunately, we couldn't use the big deck or fire pit. The kitchen was well supplied with dishes, pots & pans & loved having the Keurig! The house is on a quiet lake & we enjoyed the wildlife and sitting at the dining table on the porch for meals & games. A handrail on the steps to the lake/ dock would be a welcome improvement.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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6/10 Okay

Mike F.

Clean, spacious, and why aren't their blinds?
We liked the space. There is a lot of room for people to spread out. We liked the cleanliness. The house is well maintained. We liked the location. Neighbors are not on top of you and it feels pretty private. We did NOT like that we could not cover the windows. People go on vacation and sleep is usually a priority. This house does not have window treatments on the upstairs / first floor bedrooms. It is not a new house & there are not old screw holes of there ever being blinds or drapes... it is very confusing. The sun comes up around 4:45 the days we were there and at night you are definitely wondering if the neighbors are watching you change. I would have paid less for a smaller place where everyone can sleep in.
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6/10 Okay

Neil H.

Good time on the chain
The house has plenty of room and amenities were good.
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6/10 Okay

Neil H.

Good time on the chain
The house has plenty of room and amenities were good.

8/10 Good

Valerie P., Brodhead, WI USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Elk Lodge Aug 2022
we stayed at this property with a group of 9. Great house and great location. Home was clean and exactly as pictured. There are approximately 35(ish) stairs to the lake - but the walkway is landscaped nicely so it isn't too steep. Would be nice to have window coverings in the upstairs bedrooms for privacy and keeping the sun out. Tandem bike that was advertised was unavailable. Great response from maintenance team when calling for garbage removal and supplies. Plenty of eagles and loons to watch on the lake. Great property.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Property
The dock heights are difficult to tie a boat to. Otherwise we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
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8/10 Good

Ruthie K.

Beautiful clean home
The home was very cozy and clean. Great space, convenient!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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8/10 Good

Robin K.

Nice Home on Clear Lake
Spacious home sitting high up with great view of Clear Lake.
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8/10 Good

Kathryn S.

Nice, comfortable home.
We enjoyed our stay at Big Elk Lodge. The property is clean, comfortable, well maintained and very well stocked with everything you could possibly need in the kitchen. We enjoyed having morning coffee and afternoon wine on the deck. There are quite a few steps down to the dock which may be a challenge to some. The dock itself was not the best but certainly usable. The one suggestion that I would have is for the owners to buy some sort of window coverings in the bedrooms. The windows in the master bedroom are very large and without some sort of covering, the light pours in very early in the morning waking us up by 6:30AM. We would have preferred to sleep in a bit while on vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021