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Pinecone Retreat

Guest DEN
Date of stay 09/09/12
Review Submitted 10/23/12

The cabin is more like a home than a cabin. It is very clean and well stocked with every thing to make your stay enjoyable.The views are spectacular! The only thing I did not like, was having to go home.

Recommended for: Age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Owner response: Thank you Dennis. You are one of my favorite many return customers. I hope to get to meet you next time you come back. You always leave the place better then when you arrived! Thanks for the great review and thanks for everything you do for us!

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Pinecone Retreat September 2012

Guest nkmjane
Date of stay 09/01/12
Review Submitted 10/14/12

Pinecone Retreat is all that you could ask for in a Northern WI rental and much more. We first stayed at Pinecone February 2012 for a weekend due to work travel and absolutely loved it. It was beyond comfortable and had all that we needed for a comfortable winter stay. We returned this September for a week and couldn’t have had a nicer, more relaxing week. The upper/lower deck allow you to have the best of both worlds, lounging in the sun or overlooking the lake watching the sun come up or down; the loons and humming birds were an added touch. For those that like to cook, the kitchen is very well equipped and quite spacious (with a bottle of wine to start your stay). Our second day there, had the owners bringing over a paddle boat for our use during the week – it was an excellent way to tour the lake and surroundings. Our dog Baxter loved going out in the boat, playing Frisbee in the front yard as well as wading by the pier – lots of ATV trails to walk him on too. Burgers and Fish Fry get a high five at the Spider Lake Saloon. Wonderful! THANK YOU.

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Owner response: I am so glad you had a good time. Thanks for the great review. It is nice to know we are making your stay comfortable and fun. Hope to see again soon.

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Great Place and Wonderful Attention to Detail

Guest KC
Date of stay 08/25/12
Review Submitted 02/12/13

We booked again for this year! Great place to stay and dog friendly! Clean and lots of attention to details. Right on the ATV trails! Great layout for 2 couples or large family!

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, sightseeing.

Owner response: Thanks for your review. I am happy you have chosen us again. Our goal is to have a vacation home that we would like to visit ourselves! Looking forward to seeing you again. Jean & Wayne

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Beautiful home-away-from-home!

Guest 83Hawks
Date of stay 08/11/12
Review Submitted 08/21/12

Our family of six recently spent a week at the Pinecone Retreat and loved it! Our three boys had a great time catching fish off the dock, and their haul included bass, bluegills, sunfish and perch. My favorite part of the trip was sitting up on the deck listening to the loons - who just happen to be the coolest birds in the world! The best part for my wife was how clean the house was; the only thing missing was a dishwasher but since I did all the dishes she really had nothing to do but relax and play with the kids! Our neighbors at the Spider Lake Saloon were very friendly and helpful, and their Tuesday Night T-bone was awesome as well. Though we had to cut our vacation short a couple of days due to a scheduled medical treatment, it was still a great time. The kids are talking daily about how much fun they had "....at the cabin up North!"

Recommended for: Families with teenagers, families with young children.

Owner response: So glad you had a good time. Thanks for the kind words!

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Awesome Vacation!

Guest Amy
Date of stay 07/30/11
Review Submitted 08/08/11

We had an amazing time at the cabin last week. The lake is so clear and peaceful. The kids loved trying to catch fish with their hands. This was our first trip to the area so we went to all of the area towns and the distance to all was great. The cabin was well stocked and we wanted for nothing. We cannot wait to come back to the beautiful Birchwood area and your cabin. Thanks again for opening your cabin to us.

Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Owner response: Thank you so much, we are so happy you had a good time. Our goal has been met when people like you enjoy your stay and want for nothing in our cabin. Thank you too for being such good renters. We appreciate it when our guests treat our home as well as your family did. We hope to see you back in the future.

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Nice home; Beautiful view of lake

Guest Mark, Ginger, Paul, Julie, Kaitlin and Megan
Date of stay 09/03/10
Review Submitted 09/16/10

We had a great Labor Day weekend at Pinecone Retreat. The home is very clean, nicely decorated, and really comfortable. The kitchen is well-stocked with everything you need. We had a relaxing time on the pontoon. Even though it was cool, the kids enjoyed jumping into the water from the swimming dock. We also enjoyed the Spider Lake Saloon at the end of the drive way. Thank you for the complimentary bottle of wine...it was wonderful. We wish we could have stayed longer. Next time we'll bring our ATV's!

Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway.

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Great Place to Unwind

Guest JR
Date of stay 08/18/10
Review Submitted 08/24/10

We loved the Pinecone Retreat. Seven of us were very comfortable. Large enough so we were not at all cramped but small enough to give us "together" time. The deck is the perfect place to unwind from anything stressful. We loved to just sit and watch the lake. The owners were great about everything. We rented the pontoon and spent time jumping in the water. Very nice lake for that. Did not have much luck with fishing, although we did not expect August to be a good time of year for that. I would highly recommend this property.

Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Owner response: We appreciate the kind words and are happy you had a good time.

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Our Summer Up North Vacation

Guest Dee
Date of stay 08/06/10
Review Submitted 11/07/10

Our stay at Pinecone Retreat was great. Sometimes you wonder how long ago the pictures posted on the website were taken, but we booked this wonderful place for our weeks vacation in the summer. It had everything we could ask for except a pool, which is my 11 year old daughters requirement. It was on the ATV trails, we could take our 4 legged family member & there was a place to swim in the lake. It is a beautiful place. My husband couldn't believe this was the right house we were going to stay in for the week when we pulled down the driveway where Jean greeted us. The house is perfect, the kids had their own room & bathroom downstairs & we had our upstairs. The covered deck in the mornings was awesome to sit & listen to the loons & watch the sun shine on the lake. Thank goodness for the air conditioning. It was definitely warm when we were there & the skeets were not to fun, but we loved every minute of it. Very relaxing with everything you need, just like you were at your own home.

Recommended for: Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners.

Owner response: We are so glad you had a good time. It was nice meeting you and your family and your dog. Thanks for the taking time to post a review and we hope to see you again soon, Jean & Wayne

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Great family place; prepare to be relaxed!

Guest Jodette
Date of stay 07/24/10
Review Submitted 08/07/10

Pinecone Retreat is a great family get-away. Perfect for the 6 of us with indoor and outdoor options for everything. Huge yard for kids, and a large deck that has a great view of the lake. Be sure to check out the sunsets from the deck...gorgeous! We spent more time on the deck than in the house, and it made it so nice for the dog. The kitchen has everything you could possibly want to prepare whatever you have in mind. No need to think "will they have a...." Trust me...it's there! Beds were comfy; bathrooms are nicely done - and there's even a mini-kitchen in the family room. Jean has a way with 'northwoods' decorating, and it feels like home. They take exceptional care of the place, inside and out. This isn't a busy 'mega-resort' with jet skis and a golf course. But if you're looking for a place to do a little fishing, swimming, ride your ATV or just kick back, this is the spot.

Recommended for: Age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway.

Owner response: Thank you so much for the nice review. It is so nice to meet great people like you. I enjoyed our visit and your good coffee on the deck. Thanks for staying with us and hope to see you again.

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Beautiful cabin

Guest Beth
Date of stay 06/19/10
Review Submitted 06/30/10

The cabin was beautiful and clean! Wonderful scenic view from deck! The kitchen was all set to step into to cook! We enjoyed the rowboat (motor included) for taking out on the lake to fish. I would recommend staying here, a very comfortable home away from home.

Recommended for: Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Owner response: Thanks for taking the time to review. I appreciate all your kind words. Jean

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Guest Deb, Sparky,Cupcake, LB & NB
Date of stay 10/09/09
Review Submitted 10/08/09

Girls Weekend! 32* and 3" inches of snow. Our beer cans went for play ground equipment! We had fun as always! Diso, Deb, Sparky, Cupcake, LB & NB

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Guest John & Julie
Date of stay 09/25/09
Review Submitted 09/24/09

This is the greatest vacation we have had in a long time. Beautiful cabin, fun fishing ( a lot of little one's) great 4 wheeling. Your cabin is the best place that we have stayed at up here! You have made our time up here Amazing!! John, Julie, CJ, Nicole & Eddie

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Guest Brad & Shelly
Date of stay 09/15/09
Review Submitted 09/14/09

We had a good time fishing with 3 kids. Used the pontoon quite a bit. The veiw is great. Time went too fast. Thank you for letting us use your home it is very nice and we may build something similar, like the kitchenette downstairs. Brad and Shelly

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Guest Kim & Russ
Date of stay 08/15/09
Review Submitted 08/14/09

What a week. 1/2 the week was sunny and goergeous and the other 1/2 wet and windy. Doolittle Park is an excellent place for taking the family swimming and its only 5 miles away. We had great times by the campfire and playing card games. The first night we caught tons of fish- I caught about a 36" northern- but lost him on the way to the net. Crappies were great early evenings-200 feet off our dock. Endless nights & early mornings sitting on the covered deck. Was so peaceful and relaxing. Such a fun get away- I can't believe it's over already. Kim & Russ & family The best part of the trip was that I caught a fish-we found Doolittle Park- I learned how to play the card game, golf and won them all. Noah (age 7) The best part about this vacation was that we found Doolittle Park and it is a nice and peaceful place to swim, tan and relax, Oh, and play. I also liked fishing on the lake, Oh and thanks for a nice vacation place. and this vacation house has a really nice veiw of the lake. Jordan (age 10)

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Guest Bridgette, Olivia, Gabrielle
Date of stay 08/08/09
Review Submitted 08/07/09

Hummingbirds were awesome. Loved the Deck. Thanks for the pontoon. Stacy Poker was Awesome. The place was great. Olivia My weekend away was spectacular. Especially the swimming!!! The fish were really good in the early morning! Gabrielle!!!!!

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Guest Dan & Peggy
Date of stay 07/31/09
Review Submitted 07/30/09

We really loved this cabin! The kids and the grandkids had a great time. We did see a small bear about a mile from here... the wildlife is neat to see. We look forward to doing this again in the future. We also loved the way this cabin is decorated...would love our home to be like this. This was a nice get away. Dan & Peggy

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Guest Delta & Wes
Date of stay 07/12/09
Review Submitted 07/11/09

Beautiful cabin, beautiful veiw! Our idea of a "cabin in the woods". with many luxuries. Margaret & Dan We think we found a pot of gold by finding this place-a little piece of paradise! So comfortable and quiet with just enough voices in the distance. We loved it here and couldn't have had a better time. You have truely created a heaven-on-earth. We are so thankful to you folks for letting us stay. We will tell our friends. Delta & Wes P.S. It is very hard to leave this place. I wish we lived closer.

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Guest Collcalsure's
Date of stay 07/12/09
Review Submitted 07/11/09

Eat at the Porch!! Yummy!! Totally relaxing, serene, great veiw. Swim at "Doo Little Park" if you have kids.

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Guest The Collasure's
Date of stay 07/10/09
Review Submitted 07/09/09

This place is amazing! We loved the cozy cabin decor and all the touches of home. We didn't want for anything! We caught a load of carappie, a few nice bass and a few smaller northern.(hint to those who fish- 7 to 8pm) We had a nice fish fry. Loved the trails and the beautiful peaceful scenery. We loved boating, swimming, etc.... Thanks for everything!! The Collasure's

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Guest The Smith's
Date of stay 07/03/09
Review Submitted 07/02/09

This cabin is beautiful! We had a wonderful time. We enjoyed boating and four-wheeling. We look forward to coming back. Thanks, The Smith's

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Guest Mari
Date of stay 06/14/09
Review Submitted 06/13/09

I came here for R&R and I got it! The cabin had everything you would ever need. It was very peaceful & quiet. I will be telling my friends all about "Pinecone Retreat". Have a great summer! Mari

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Guest Tredups & Goranson's
Date of stay 06/14/09
Review Submitted 06/13/09

Thanks for sharing you great cabin. The 4-wheeling was awesome! Couldn't have asked for a funner weekend. Love, Tredups & Goranson's P.S. If you find our husbands, send them home.

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Guest Megan, Jesse Anna, Heather,& Juli
Date of stay 02/12/09
Review Submitted 02/11/09

We came for a fabulous scrapping weekend-the five of us got quite a bit done. We had a great time and enjoyed the beautiful cabin and pretty lake setting. We look forward to coming back. We came to "Pinecone Retreat" for a nice weekend of scrapbooking. I studied and did some schoolwork and my sister & friends scrapbooked the days away. This is a great relaxing cabin & I will suggest it to friends and family. We enjoyed how comfortable we felt & will come back. Thank you for sharing you wonderful getaway.

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Guest Russell & Kim
Date of stay 01/17/09
Review Submitted 01/16/09

You have a gorgeous cabin-every detail taken care of. Thanks for everything

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Pinecone Retreat

Pinecone Retreat

Pinecone Retreat September 2012

Pinecone Retreat September 2012

Great Place and Wonderful Attention to Detail

Great Place and Wonderful Attention to Detail

Beautiful home-away-from-home!

Beautiful home-away-from-home!

Awesome Vacation!

Awesome Vacation!

Nice home; Beautiful view of lake

Nice home; Beautiful view of lake

Great Place to Unwind

Great Place to Unwind

Our Summer Up North Vacation

Our Summer Up North Vacation

Great family place; prepare to be relaxed!

Great family place; prepare to be relaxed!

Beautiful cabin

Beautiful cabin