Winter wonderland on Anvil lake with all the winter fun
Location: Eagle River, Northeast, Wisconsin, USA (8 Miles Hwy 70 East Eagle River; Military Rd North 1/2 Miles) View Map
Accommodations: Chalet, 4 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 8-15)
Keywords: snow fun with every sport possible!!! vacation home, privacy, lakefront, cross country trails,snowmobile trail access very close but not on property, ice fishing,snow shoeing, downhill skiing, winter wonderland,flat sandy beach, surrounded w/Nicolet Forest for hiking & biking, watersports & fishing, waterskiing, boating, outdoor games together as family, volleyball, tennis, basketball, firepit,
Our rental home is set on 150 ft of level frontage on Anvil Lake which is a 400 acre sand bottom lake. The home is 2450 Sq ft with 4 bedrooms and 2 baths plus a large greatroom,dining room and large kitchen w/breakfast bar. Winter opportunities include snowmobile trails heading in all 4 directions near but not on our property. Ski Brule is only 30 minutes east for down hill skiing. Ice fishing and snowshoeing are endless! We are across from both the Anvil Trails & Nicolet North Trails allowing over 25 miles of both winter cross country skiing and biking and hiking . There is lots of privacy with big backyard and firepit along with 800' of beach with canoes, kayaks, swim rafts and paddleboats along with a nice dock to keep your boat. Being adjacent to the Blckjack Wilderness and surrounded by the Nicolet Forest offers lots of trails to explore and back roads to bike. The chalet has an XL great room with cathedral ceiling, fireplace (w/firewood outside the front door), patio doors to the deck (with table & chairs), and 52" TV and entertainment center w/satellite. Dining room table opens to kitchen and breakfast bar. First floor XL bathroom has both a 2-person Jacuzzi and shower and lower level bathroom has a tub/shower unit. Each of 4 bedrooms has a queen bed with lots of extra room. The loft area has an additional double futon and the lower bedroom has a crib.
Our lower family room has a pullout sofa bed as does the great room for more sleeping space. Off the family room is a patio with a Weber grill that opens up to the back yard and and the lake. Laundry room has washer and dryer along with water filtration for the best water possible.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer : individual laundry room
- Dryer : individual dryer
- Linens Provided : bed sheets, pillow cases, blankets
- Off Street Parking : plenty of private parking in the driveway
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : lots of room to park trailers and boats
- Wood Fireplace : plenty of wood stacked next to the front door for both inside fires and firepit in backyard
- Beds
- Queen Bed : one queen in each of 4 bedrooms
- Convertible Bed : double futon in loft bedroom and hide-a-beds in both great room and lower family room
- Crib : crib in back bedroom as well as a high chair available
- Entertainment
- Jetted Tub in Bath : 2-person Jacuzzi in upstairs bathroom
- Cable/Satellite TV : Direct satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : all full size modern appliances: microwave, refrigerator, stove, and oven plus lots of counter space & breakfast bar
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill : Weber grill on patio
- Deck/Patio : table and chairs overlooking the lake
- Balcony : deck off the great room overlooking the back yard and lake
- View/Location
- Beachfront : Each home is on the lake with yard only between them and the sandy beach!
- Lakefront : Chalet is 250 ft from the lake
- Ski-In : cross country off the lake or from the Anvil Ski Trails
- Ski-Out : Cross Country out to the lake or across the lake to the Anvil Trails
- Communications
- Telephone
- Other Amenities
- "tennis court", "basketball court", "volleyball", "playground", "boat & motor", "paddleboats", "canoes", "kayaks", "hiking trail", "sandy beach", "dock", "large flat yard", "firepit"
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations) : flat yard and only 2 steps into the chalet make it possible for handicapped to use and live on first level
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations) : no handles available but the flat setup allows wheelchair use on the main floor with only 2 steps up from parking
- Kid Friendly : Families enjoy many varieties of activities and the spacing of homes keeps each private and quiet
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : 21 yr old
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Horseshoes
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Rafting
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Surrounded by Nicolet Forest for adventures with Blackjack Wilderness adjacent and 800' of Anvil Lake's sandy beach for water fun and forest exploration. Snow shoeing in the wilderness on unlimited trails and cross country skiing both on the lake and across the lake to the Anvil Ski Trails as well as Nicolet North ski trails providing over 25 miles of trails.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Low Season .. $135/night (2 people) ......... $ 800/week
Low Season .. $375/night (up to 14 people) .. $2200/week
Fall or Winter weekends start at $405 for 3 nights
All rates include firewood as well as boat and motor
Open year round
10% tax added along with damage deposit
Cancellation policy is to return if re rented so soonest notice needed.
Cash only no credit cards
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 1996
Why the Owner Chose Eagle River
Chuck and Pam enjoy living on Anvil lake with all the northwoods available year round to enjoy!
The Unique Benefits at this Chalet
privacy of individual homes and space to enjoy one's own family but also fun with the large sandy beach, canoes, kayaks, paddleboats and rafts as well as tennis court and basketball court for group fun available on the grounds! Fall allows many places to hike or bike as well as canoe and boat and enjoy colors surrounding us being in the middle of the Nicolet Forest. Winter opportunites are many: We are across from the cross country Anvil Trails and there are snowmobe trails heading 4 different directions from spots near our homes... not running through our property. Ice fishing and snow shoeing are endless and downhiill skiing at Ski Brule is only 30 minutes east of us.
Take Rt 70 eight miles east of Eagle River & turn north on 2178 (Military Rd) for 1/2 mile to vacation home on Anvil Lake
Owner's Map of Eagle River
Chuck and Pam built each of their 5 rental homes themselves. They believe in quality and each home has its own privacy with backyards and firepits as well as private driveways and space between homes. They live on the lake and are available to help their guests enjoy their vacation and enjoy helping families!
Property Photos
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- Winter wonderland on Anvil lake with all the winter fun - Eagle River Lakefront Chalet
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- Anvil Lake to ski on or ice fish on or just enjoy from your vacation home - Eagle River Lakefront Chalet
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- Vacation homes with private backyards each along the lake - Eagle River Lakefront Chalet
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- Snowmobile fun both in the yard and on the trails
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- Ice fishing with vacatiom homes in background
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- Cross country trails at the Anvil Trail across the lake & more!
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- great room with fireplace,entertainment center and dining table facing lake
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- lots of room: great room facing lake w/satellite TV, DVD, VCR & wood fireplace
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- Kitchen area w/dishwasher & microwave plus breakfast bar for more seating
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- extra large bathroom with 2-person jacuzzi and shower
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- one of 4 bedrooms each with queen size bed and lots of extra room for blow upbed
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- firepit fun as a family in backyard along the lake
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- second bathroom with fiberglass tub/shower unit
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- Canoes are included along with motorboats for fun on the lake
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- basketball and tennis court for more fun together
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- Fall colors around Anvil Lake with peace and quiet to enjoy them!
Traveler Reviews (12)
Luxury in the Northwoods!
Guest: Joe
(Whitesburg,Tennessee)
Date of Stay: 10/15/11
Review Submitted: 10/24/11
Our group has stayed with the Zaugg family for 10 years now. Chuck and Pam are gracious hosts and a pleasure to work with. Incredible location on Anvil Lake, spacious cabin with all the amenities and countless outdoor activities just outside the Chalet door! Eagle river (just down the road) has several good restaurants (stop by Leif's for Breakfast!) and plenty of shopping. If you like to get off the beaten path and still be comfortable, this is the place to go. Hiking,Biking, Snowmobiling and great Fishing can be found in any direction! We have already put a deposit for next year's stay. See you in the Northwoods!
Recommended for:Sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, families with young children.
Great Place
Guest: A Couple
(Central Wisconsin)
Date of Stay: 09/30/11
Review Submitted: 10/11/11
This rental is spacious and beautiful as described. We always take an October vacation and like to find a place with a view in case the weather doesn't cooperate. This place has all that plus a spa bathtub and fireplace. Plenty of room to spread out if you have a family. There is a lack of cell service in the immediate area. We brought our own boat and caught a variety of fish everyday on the lake. We also enjoyed boating on the near by Eagle River Chain & N. Twin Lake. Lots of scenic driving trips & hiking trails to explore. We would definitely come back to this resort to enjoy the tranquility of the north woods.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, romantic getaway, families with young children.
#2 Chalet
Guest: Hartford, WI
(Hartford, WI )
Date of Stay: 09/05/11
Review Submitted: 09/30/11
We've been coming back to these wonderful chalets for seven years -- and we keep coming back for these reasons: The chalets are gorgeous, well-maintained and very cozy! We love the fireplace, the view from the deck where we can see the lake and hear the loons, we enjoy the big bathtub, and we love the tennis courts and being able to use the canoe and fishing boats. We also enjoy the beautiful nature trail right off the property and the fact that the owners are absolutely wonderful people. The atmosphere is filled with the beauty of God and we love every minute! Wish we could move here!!! It's also wonderful because we have no computer, no cell phones, no distractions from home. The bike riding is fantastic too!
Recommended for:People with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, tourists without a car, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, families with young children.
Beautiful nature retreat with all of the comforts of home
Guest: Deanna
(Sycamore, IL)
Date of Stay: 08/16/11
Review Submitted: 09/06/11
The chalets are clean, spacious, and comfortable. They are equipped with almost everything you need, including a well-stocked kitchen, dishwasher, and washer/dryer. The property sits on Anvil Lake which is not part of the Chain of Lakes, making it much quieter and less crowded. Your rental includes tennis/basketball courts, beach, kayaks, canoe, paddle boat, and small motor boat, which provide plenty of entertainment if you don't have a boat of your own. The owners (VRBO rejects my review if I use their name!) even took our kids tubing in their boat. Each chalet is on a large piece of property with trees between each so that you don't feel as though you have neighbors on top of you. Finally, the owners are the final touch that makes this rental so unique and enjoyable. They are kind, attentive, and personable. You will enjoy reading the stories in the chalet of the history of the property and how the owners transformed it into what it is today.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, families with young children.
Family Vacation
Guest: Family Fun
(Cherry Valley, IL)
Date of Stay: 08/07/11
Review Submitted: 09/03/11
We highly recommend Zauggs Resort for family vacations. Our 3 children and their families (8 adults, 6 children) stayed in a chalet together with plenty of room. The chalets were very clean and comfortable. The sandy beaches and clean lake water provided our grandchildren with lots of fun playtime. Our adult children enjoyed playing tennis, hiking on nearby trails and taking bike rides. Thank you for an enjoyable week and many great memories with our family.
Owner response:YEA! this is just what we ar hoping for: families to enjoy our spot with all ages finding things to do both together and in the amazing quiet of Anvil Lake and the Nicolet Forest.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, families with young children.
Great place to visit!
Guest: Marty
(Wisconsin)
Date of Stay: 06/12/10
Review Submitted: 12/17/10
We love, love, love, Zauggs! We used to get one chalet but our family, (about 17 of us), grew out of it. We left for a couple years for a bigger resort but ended up coming back to Zauggs, and renting two chalets. You have tons of yard, all the wood you need, a nice beach with hammocks to lie in, and great fishing! The chalets overlook the beautiful lake and they are very well kept and clean!! We see numerous Eagles and see and hear the beautiful loons. There is a basketball court, tennis court, and playground for the little ones. There is even a whirlpool bath in the chalet, which the kids love!! Pam and Chuck are great hosts and keep everything looking nice!
Recommended for:Sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, families with young children.
Outstanding Accomodations
Guest: Dick
(Elk Grove Village, IL)
Date of Stay: 09/23/10
Review Submitted: 12/01/10
My wife and I have thoroughly enjoyed every stay at Zaugg's Resort. The Chalet's amenities and surrounding scenery exceeded our expectations, which is one of the reasons we return year after year. The spring and fall seasons are our favorite time to spend at Zaugg's Resort and we have never been dissapointed. It's a great way to release some of the pressures we all face and rejuvenate ourselves. The friendliness of the hosts Pam & Chuck Zaugg only add to what has always been a great time for us, and one we look forward to with excitement and anticipation each time we visit.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, families with young children.
Comfortable for two families
Guest: Kate
(Chicago)
Date of Stay: 08/21/10
Review Submitted: 08/30/10
We stayed here the week of August 21st. We were two families, a party of 9 (4 adults, 5 children) we all fit well. One family slept in the basement rooms and the other had the master and loft rooms. The accommodations are fine but could use some updating. Beds have foam mattress covers which helps to mask the age but not for 7 nights. Definitely need new mattresses. Sheets are old and sort of ratty so you might want to pack your own. The rental does not come with anything except sheets/trash bags/coffee filters so be prepared to bring your own dishtowels, sponge, hand soap, paper towels, plastic wrap or tin foil, beach towels, bath towels, beach toys. They do offer a fishing boat, kayaks, canoe, tennis court, large grassy lawn, basketball hoops. There is a small barn and you can visit the horses. The lake is nice and quiet, we rented a boat - not a lot of boat traffic which made it easy for water sports. We used the fire pit 2x for s'mores. Check out time is NINE a.m. which we didn't realize so didn't get out until 10. The proprietors were nice and understanding about the miscommunication. A good place for two families with kids because the beach is right there. I wouldn't call it "deluxe" but it was a nice stay.
Recommended for:Families with young children.
Heaven on Earth
Guest: MK
(Maple Grove, MN)
Date of Stay: 08/14/10
Review Submitted: 08/22/10
We all look for a bit of Heaven on Earth in our lives. Zaugg's Resort provided my family and myself with just that! Despite the "not so perfect" weather, we all greatly enjoyed our stay at the Zaugg's Resort. What beautiful, well maintained chalets and grounds! It was definitely by far the nicest vacation stay that we have experienced in the 30+ years that we have been vacationing in northern WI. The owners were very pleasant and accomodating. There were numerous things to do, if the weather was not conducive to water activities. I would definitely give the Zaugg's 5 stars, and will recommend their resort to friends looking for a great get-away in northern WI.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with young children.
Summer at the Lake
Guest: WSRW
(Wisconsin)
Date of Stay: 07/31/10
Review Submitted: 08/18/10
We have been coming to this property for 5 years on beautiful Anvil Lake. We love the lake for water skiing, swimming and just playing in the summer. It is a clear lake which makes it all the more special. We also have fun in this area with awesome road biking, running, river rafting, go karting, and shopping. The property is always well kept and the owners do their best to address any issues that may arise. With 3 bedrooms and a loft there is plenty room for three couples and children.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children.
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