Location: Boulder Junction, Northeast, Wisconsin, USA (Six Hours from Chicago, 15 Minutes from Minocqua Wisconsin)
Accommodations: House, 6 Bedrooms + Bunk Area, 5 Baths (Sleeps 11-13)
Keywords: 6 Bedroom Lodge
Welcome to Big Boulder Lodge…. Experience the magic of the old Northwoods in this historic Lodge. To see more in depth photos and information go to our website:BigBoulderLodge
While the Lodge offers all the amenities of a modern comfortable home, there has been a concerted effort in its restoration to retain the look and feel of this wonderful old Northwoods Lodge. Steeped in history, this lodge was built in the early part of the last century, during the golden age of resort lodges in the Northwoods. Located in the heart of the lakes district of Northern Wisconsin in the Northern Highland State Forest, Big Boulder Lodge is a charming and fascinating step into the North woods of yesteryear! Downtown Boulder Junction is just minutes away.
ACCOMMODATIONS:
Perfect for small or large family gatherings and reunions, the Lodge boasts six comfortable bedrooms, each generously accommodating two guests. There are five bathrooms in the Lodge, four of them en-suite. Big Boulder lodge is also cozy for two people wanting a romantic getaway.
A large Lodge kitchen incorporates the vintage Northwoods knotty pine interior and wood cabinets with modern appliances to make you feel right at home. A large pine camp kitchen table can comfortably accommodate the entire household in one sitting. Located at the end of the kitchen enveloped in a bank of windows dining is close to the cooking area, with windows open to the soothing sound of the breeze whispering through the pines.
A spacious deck surrounds the lake side of the lodge, furnished with table, umbrella, lounge chairs and bench seating to provide comfortable outdoor lounging with breathtaking views of the stunning Boulder Lake sunsets. Four of the bedrooms feature soothing lake views of their own.
Two piers accommodate water recreation from boating to fishing off the pier – or sunbathing if you prefer. There is a fire ring with a picnic table and rustic outdoor seating for 8 or more on the lawn near the water. A stone patio at Lodge level under the shade of giant pines offers cool respite on the hottest days. For fall weather their is a portable wood burning fire pit.
A natural gathering place in the heart of the Lodge is the old fashioned Great Room with a natural stone fireplace. The family has furnished this room with a wall of books, DVD's, videos and games to guarantee that even on rainy days, your gang will be comfortably entertained.
HISTORY:
Surrounding forests provided the cedar and pine, while lake and river shores offered up natural stone to build the lodge. Native workmen and Swedish craftsmen with a love for wood created the Lodge. At it's peak, the resort was large (sleeping as many as 60 guests) , boasting 183 acres and offering guests entertainments from fishing to flying. It was so well-appointed for its time that the big city newspapers of Milwaukee and Chicago did feature write-ups singing the praises of the Lodge and its entertainments, which were varied and many, including fishing, swimming, guided outings, archery, horses, boating, campfires, midnight cookouts and hunting. Indoors, guests were treated to a full bar, dining room and musical get-togethers. The structure you see today was the residence of the Fields family while they ran the resort. Our neighbor's cottages on both sides of the river made up what once was the entire lodge. Meals were taken a couple of cabins down while the front desk and bar room were located in the structure across the street.
Boulder lake covers 524 acres with a maximum depth of 23’ and is home to many different kinds of fish such as Musky, Northern Pike Walleye, Large and Small Mouth Bass and Panfish. Boulder Junction is steeped in history from the earliest Native American residents, to the trappers who coveted the luxurious pelts the area yielded. Explorers found easy access because of all the rivers and lakes. Loggers moved in from the late 19th to the early 20th century and tourism began as early as 1905 when wigwams were still visible along the shore across the lake from the Lodge. Presidents and movie stars, as well as Chicago Mob luminaries all found respite on the lakes and in the company of fishing guides including those dispatched out of Big Boulder Lodge.
Big Boulder Lodge was very popular into the late fifties when the Fields moved to Florida where Herb eventually became the mayor of Long Boat Key. For the next decade the Lodge struggled as times changed until the late sixties when the Fields sold the whole property to developers. The developers split the expansive property up into individual cabins and lots. This private home, what we like to call Big Boulder Lodge, had two more owners until 2002 when the place was purchased by the Howard family of Chicago. The building was in serious disrepair but was lovingly brought back to it's original splendor by Howard family relatives from Ireland working alongside a local craftsman. Several years of hard work, love and prayers led to the magical place we have today. Big Boulder Lodge is now ready for it's next century!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Lakefront
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Kid Friendly
- 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
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Shuffleboard
- Horseback Riding
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Sep-Aug .. $300/night .. $2000/week .. $8000/month
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2002
Howard family (Mark Howard). We are Chicagoans with a love of all things vintage.
Why the Owner Chose Boulder Junction
There is no place in the World quite like Wisconsin's North woods.
The Unique Benefits of this House
Great view of the lake with six bedrooms and five bathrooms. The fully restored turn of the century home was part of a famous lodge in the 1930's through the 1950's. The interior of the house has walls of knotty pine that have turned a golden color over the past 100 years. Beds have down feather beds and down pillows. A huge fireplace is the heart of the home. Two docks and great fishing. Largest Musky fish on Boulder Lake have been caught on our property just below a massive boulder left by the last ice age.
Property Photos
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- Great Room - Boulder Junction, Wisconsin Lakefront Vacation Rental with a Deck & 2 Piers
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- View from Lake - Boulder Junction, Wisconsin Lakefront Vacation Rental with a Deck & 2 Piers
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- Sunset on Boulder Lake - Boulder Junction, Wisconsin Lakefront Vacation Rental with a Deck & 2 Piers
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- North Room
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- Big Boulder Lodge
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