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Wood Haven Lodge/Pets/Nelson Lake/Pontoon Rental

Wood Haven Lodge/Pets/Nelson Lake/Pontoon Rental

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Join us for your Northwoods trip!
Wood Haven Lodge--Summer or winter, a great place to stay!
Summer 2021 sunset!
Livingroom w/fireplace, TV, sliding glass doors to deck, kitchen counter seats 6
Kitchen -- icemaker, dishwasher, microwave, coffeepot and many other amenities!

Overview of Wood Haven Lodge/Pets/Nelson Lake/Pontoon Rental

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 152600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Check out the area

Map
Hayward, WI
  • Popular LocationNelson Lake1 min walk
  • Popular LocationHayward Lake10 min drive
  • Popular LocationAmerican Birkebeiner Trail22 min drive
  • AirportDuluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.)95 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Living Room Sofa Sleeper--Twin

1 Twin Bed

Loft Bunk Room (2 bunk sets, sleeps 4)

2 Twin Bunk Beds

Loft Queen Room

1 Queen Bed

Lower Level Queen (new addition to lower level)

1 Queen Bed

Lower Level Queen Room

1 Queen Bed

Main Floor Master Bedroom and Private Bath

1 Queen Bed

Open Loft Area --Log Day Bed/Trundle

2 Twin Beds

4 bathrooms

Loft Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Lower Level Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Main Floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bedroom Executive Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Wood Haven Lodge/Pets/Nelson Lake/Pontoon Rental

PLAN FOR A STAY AT WOOD HAVEN!
Join us for your summer fun in Hayward!
Close to town for festivals, events & shopping! ATVS--Easy Access ATV trail #19.

OPENINGS 2024–Enjoy great fishing and fun at Wood Haven Lodge in 2024.
Make plans today.
Weekdays/weekends in May
August 17-24, 2024— 7-night stay
August 24-29, 2024— 4 or 5-night stay

NELSON LAKE--Nelson Lake is a premier fishing lake and most species can be caught directly off the lodge dock; bass, northern, crappie, blue gill, perch and an occasional walleye. With 31 miles of shoreline and over 3000 acres, guests can kayak, canoe, fish, swim and explore. Our local bait shop not only has great tackle and live bait, but stories and insights into the lake's best fishing holes. Two boat landings--within minutes of the lodge. You may boat to various restaurants & watering holes.

HAYWARD--We are 5 miles from downtown Hayward. We are less than 5 miles from hospital and library. So relax and enjoy the lake, but make a quick trip to town to enjoy all it has to offer. There are lots of adventures here in the Hayward area; world-class bike and ski trails, hiking trails, ATV and snowmobile trails. Golfers can choose from a large variety of courses, 9 or 18 holes, while searching for their hole in one. For those enthusiasts who are looking for unique eating experiences; there are restaurants, wineries, candy & ice cream shops, coffee shops, Friday night fish fry, steakhouse, bar & grills, saloons, BBQ joint, brew pubs, and the list goes. Don't forget to stop at the Big Musky -- Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fall; and area flea and farmers' markets.

EVENTS and FESTIVALS--Hayward is home to internationally and nationally renowned events such as the American Birkebeiner, World Lumberjack Championship and Chequamegon Fat Tire Race. Other events and festivals occur almost weekly.

WOOD HAVEN LODGE--Join us for your Northwoods vacation—Our lodge has 5 bedrooms, 4 baths along with 2 additional sleeping areas (loft daybed/trundle and living room sofa sleeper), a total of 11 beds- sleeps15. Our lodge is a newer (2012) 2-story walkout with a loft. Approximately 2400 sq. ft. of quarter-sawn oak hardwood floors and tile. This cabin has year-round accommodations on 3072 acre Nelson Lake. WIFI is available throughout the home.

MAIN FLOOR (Living room, kitchen, bath, deck, and master bedroom suite): The main floor has a fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances, living room with flat panel TV and a huge gorgeous 3-sided wood burning fireplace, and a full bath. The main floor also has access to the raised deck spanning the entire lake side of the cabin, which is great for viewing the wildlife & enjoying that A.M. cup of coffee.

The main floor master bedroom suite (approximately 300 sq. ft.) includes a queen hickory bed set, gas fireplace, executive bath, walk-in closet and sliding glass doors to the deck. This bedroom accommodates a Pack-n-Play and air mattresses, if needed.

LOFT LEVEL (2 bedrooms, bath, and loft area): On the top floor you will find a bedroom with a queen bed, a second bedroom with 2 sets of bunk beds and small TV/DVD player (perfect for kids) and a full bath. The loft area can be for reading and relaxing after a day of fishing and recreation. It has a log day bed and trundle.

LOWER LEVEL (Family room, 2 bedrooms, bath and laundry room): The lower level has stunning log walls with a gas fireplace, 70' flat screen TV with full surround sound, DVD player. There is also a 3/4 bath and a cozy bedroom with queen bed. The washer/dryer is on the lower level also. The second lower level bedroom is approximately 120 sq. ft. and can accommodate a Pack-n-Play or twin air mattress.

LOCATION: Wood Haven Lodge sits about 40' back from Four Seasons Road, which is a dead-end road. It is a short jaunt of about 150 feet to the 120' of undeveloped shoreline. The fishing is excellent for all panfish, bass, northern and walleye on this lake— 31 miles of shoreline with maximum depth of 33 feet. There is a public boat landing about 5 minutes away. Minnow Jim's Bait & Tackle Shop is 5 minutes away also. There are restaurants on Nelson Lake.

FISHING DOCK AND BOATING: We have electricity and room for up to 3 boats (depending on size). There is a dock with chairs, and bumpers for docking boats. Fish cleaning station is available.

PONTOON RENTAL: -We have a 20' Misty Harbor pontoon available for rent for our guests at our lodge. Cruise and fish on Nelson Lake--11 person capacity, 40hp ETEC motor, bimini, livewell, swim ladder and snack/drink table. If you are interested in boat rental, please contact us.

CLEANING: Wood Haven Lodge is new and very clean. We will have the cabin professionally deep-cleaned after every use. All linens, bedding, blankets, spreads, and throw rugs are laundered prior to your stay. We live nearby and will be able to take care of any problems or additional needs.

PETS: We are pet friendly. Our pet addendum outlines our pet policies. Please review and complete the pet addendum if you have a pet. Please indicate in your message that you will be bringing your pet. Pet charge is $225/1 pet.

SMOKING POLICY---NON-SMOKING HOME: We DO NOT allow smoking in the lodge. Smoking is only allowed outside on GROUNDS/PROPERTY. Receptacles available for disposal and must be used.

FURNISHED ITEMS: We furnish many items for your stay at Wood Haven.
BED & BATH— We provide bed and bath linens for your use. Each bathroom is supplied with Kleenex, toilet paper and pump soap. We do provide body wash for the showers/tubs. We have a new iron and ironing board. Please bring your own beach towels. If you forget, there will be a few available for your use.
KITCHEN— We have dishcloths, hand towels, dish drying towels, 2 rolls of paper towels and dishwashing liquid for dish washing and dishwasher use. We also have small boxes of ziploc bags and aluminum foil, along with some garbage bags to get you started on your stay. We do have a cupboard with coffee filters, some salt/pepper and toothpicks.
KITCHENWARE— We have a 25+ cu ft refrigerator in the kitchen, along with a 20 cuft refrigerator in the laundry room. We have a coffee maker, grinder and carafe. If you have a particular baking dish or small appliance that you use, check with us and we will let you know if we have it. The lodge is equipped with just about everything— pizza pans, pie dishes, baking sheets, muffin pans, lasagna pan, roaster, wok, popcorn airpopper, toaster, cast iron pans, griddle, crockpots, blender, etc. We now have a punch bowl, fun for meals.

OUTDOOR DECK AND FIRE RING: The raised deck spans the entire lake side of the cabin.
GRILL & DECK DINING— There is a large gas grill with propane. We have table/chairs for dining on the deck, along with acrylic dishes and drinkware.
OUTDOOR FIRE RING— We do have a bit of firewood from some dead trees we cut down. We will have some out back for campfires. We do have Adirondack chairs for around the fire ring (adults and kids).

BASE RATE and EXTRA GUESTS: Our base rate is for 6 guests. As you add overnight guests, a charge of $35/guest/night is added FOR THE FULL LENGTH OF YOUR STAY. In addition, there may be a charge for day visitors. No deductions for late arrivals or early departures. WITH PRIOR APPROVAL EVENTS ARE ALLOWED--$780/NIGHT--sleeps up to 14 PERSONS, maximum 25 attendees.

RATES: Rates are subject to change until the reservation is confirmed. Rates are adjusted for seasonal specials, area events and holidays. As of Jan. 1, 2020 VRBO will add the State/County sales tax of 5.5% and Lenroot Township Lodging Tax 2% to your reservation.

We strive to keep our rates reasonable and will tailor your quote to the size of your group (adults and children). Our rate structure allows different sizes of families/groups to enjoy our Northwoods home. LISTED RATES FOR 2023/2024 ARE FOR 6 GUESTS. Additional guests are $35/night/guest FOR YOUR FULL STAY. If you are planning to have other visitors who are not the registered overnight guests, please let us know in advance. Knowing in advance allows us to identify usage impact and determine an appropriate yet reasonable quote for your stay. Minimal charges may apply for these day visitors. Due to licensing requirements for consumer protection, and insurance/liability coverage, we will ask for the names of all overnight guests & day visitors.

EVENTS--If you are having a family gathering/event on Nelson Lake, or the Hayward area, please contact us in advance for approval. The lodge rents for $800/night and sleep up to 14 persons.

RENTAL AGREEMENT--After booking a stay, a rental agreement will be sent via email for electronic signature. Your RENTAL AGREEMENT must be completed/signed within 5 days of booking to confirm reservation. If signed rental agreement is not received by the 5-day deadline, the booking/reservation may be cancelled by homeowner/Lessor.

GAMES/TOYS/DVDs: Please bring games, books, puzzles and DVD(s) for your enjoyment at the lodge.

License ID# MDAE-986RMX State of Wisconsin

Property manager

Dennis and Martha Brauer
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 9:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Children welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
WITH PRIOR APPROVAL, $775/NIGHT, sleeps 14 PEOPLE.

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Must register pet on Pet Addendum; $225 fee/1 pet

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
See rental agreement. Outside only.
Max 15 persons. More than 15 allowed w/children under 13. Rates are based on 6 persons, additional guests at $30-$35/night/guest for the full stay.
PLEASE READ RENTAL AGREEMENT regarding no fireworks, DNR lake and campfire regulations, day visitors, etc.
RENTAL AGREEMENT will be sent via email for electronic signature. Reservation may be cancelled by Lessor if not signed within 5 days of booking.

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

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25
Note from host: WITH PRIOR APPROVAL, $775/NIGHT, sleeps 14 PEOPLE.
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

About the neighborhood

Hayward

Located in Hayward, this cabin is on the waterfront. Hayward Golf Club and HookStone Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Tremblays Sweet Shop and National Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame and Museum. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Hayward, WI

What's nearby

  • Nelson Lake - 1 min walk
  • Hayward Lake - 10 min drive
  • Hayward Information Center - 11 min drive
  • National Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame and Museum - 12 min drive
  • American Birkebeiner Trail - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • El Tequila Mexican Restaurant - 13 min drive
  • McDonald's - 11 min drive
  • Angler's Bar & Grill - 11 min drive
  • Coop's Pizza - 10 min drive
  • Louie’s Bar and Bites - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wood Haven Lodge/Pets/Nelson Lake/Pontoon Rental pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Wood Haven Lodge/Pets/Nelson Lake/Pontoon Rental?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Wood Haven Lodge/Pets/Nelson Lake/Pontoon Rental?

Check-out is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Wood Haven Lodge/Pets/Nelson Lake/Pontoon Rental located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Nelson Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Hayward Area Memorial Hospital and Shues Pond Park. Hayward Golf Club and HookStone Winery are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason Y., Batavia, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cabin!
Everything was exactly as described or better, very clean! Everything was in good working order, communication with host was as good as it gets! Close to everything you might need but far enough away to feel secluded. My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and hope to come back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Xmas fun
Great time. Worked perfectly
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is awesome!
I traveled to this property with my wife, kids, and dog and we had a wonderful time, it is beautiful, very very well taken care of and every detail was thought of by Martha and her family!!! I very much hope to be back soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig D J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in a great location
If you're looking for convenience to Hayward, access to easy fishing and an easy drive to everything the areas has to offer, this is the perfect house. Plenty of room for adults and kids, and everything you need for your stay. I rented with a group of adults for the Chequamegon bike fest and it's proximity to Hayward and Cable, and it was great. Five minute to downtown Hayward, easy access to trails and lakes. We threw some casts in the water when we had a moment to spare and caught two northern. Not too shabby and made the stay that much better knowing we didn't have to spend time with a canoe or boat. Martha was great to work with and is an excellent communicator. Could not ask for more!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer Vacation 2023
We had an amazing time!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Dennis and Martha Brauer

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Hello! We are Dennis and Martha Brauer. After vacationing in Hayward for many years we purchased our cabin on Nelson Lake in 1994. Our oldest son and his wife, Jeff and Janene Brauer, built this vacation home (2012) next door to ours to share with their children (pictured).

During 2014 ownership of this vacation home was transferred to us.

Our community and lake area have a variety of amenities. We hope that you will enjoy your time here as we have for many years.

Why they chose this property

Hayward is remote yet not too remote. There are tons of places to shop and eat and yet you can go back to the cabin and most times it is so quiet you can hear a pin drop. We chose this area to have as much of the Northwoods rustic feel, while at the same time having modern day conveniences -- cable, phone, excellent cell phone signal, and close to town. We also chose Nelson Lake due to its excellent fishing.

What makes this property unique

LODGE--Our lodge was built with craftmen's hands, bringing natural woods and materials into the home to reflect the Northwoods and the unique character of our area. Locally cut and milled wood, along with hand-made antler chandelier and other furnishings brings in the warmth and spirit of our area.
PROPERTY--We kept the surrounding woods to allow for enjoyment of the natural aspects of Northern Wisconsin, while at the same time providing privacy for our guests. While on the lodge dock you will enjoy watching the eagles, loons and other lake wildlife. You'll never forget the beautiful sunrises and sunsets that grace our horizons.
NELSON LAKE--Nelson Lake is a premier fishing lake and most species can be caught directly off the lodge dock; bass, northern, crappie, blue gill, perch and an occasional walleye. With 31 miles of shoreline and 3000 acres, guests can kayak, canoe, fish, swim and explore. Our local bait shop not only has great tackle and live bait, but stories and insights into the lake's best fishing holes. Two boat landings are within minutes of the lodge. You may boat to various restaurants and watering holes on Nelson Lake.

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