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Waterfront home between 2 lakes w/ heated porch, dock & kayaks

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Living area
Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 51500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Manitowish Waters, WI
  • Place, Wild Rice Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Alder Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake of the Torches Casino
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront home between 2 lakes w/ heated porch, dock & kayaks

Artist's Cove

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From fun in the sun to cozy nights by the fire, Destination Cove is the perfect retreat for whatever your heart desires. With a waterfront location on the shores of Wild Rice Lake (as well as a dock, two kayaks, and a rowboat to help you explore), Destination Cove offers the excitement of the popular Manitowish Waters Chain of Lakes while being quietly nestled in the pines. Gather together around the firepit to swap tall tales and old stories, roast some s'mores, and enjoy the quiet crackle of the burning logs. Destination Cove provides year-round possibilities for living your life your way!

What's nearby:
Ottawa National Forest is only minutes north, Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest is just a few towns over, and Northern Highland-American Legion State Forest is all around you. Whether you're looking for a meticulously groomed trail or you want to set your own tracks through a fresh layer of snow amid towering pines or old-growth hemlocks, the perfect trail is waiting nearby. In addition to skiing, many of the local trails allow snowshoeing and fat-tire biking as well.

Wild Rice Lake is a 384 acre lake located in Vilas County. It has a maximum depth of 26 feet. Visitors have access to the lake from a public boat landing. Fish include Musky, Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike and Walleye.

Things to know:
Free WiFi
Full kitchen
Pets not allowed
Rowboat and two kayaks included
No on-site laundry

This property is managed by Vacasa Wisconsin LLC.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.

Dock details: There is a private, L-shaped dock for guests to use.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

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.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Important information

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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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Boulder Junction

Located in Boulder Junction, this cabin is on the beach. Frog Lake And Pines State Natural Area and Catherine Wolter Wilderness Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include North Lakeland Discovery Center and George W. Brown Jr. Ojibwe Museum and Cultural Center. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Manitowish Waters, WI

What's nearby

  • Wild Rice Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Alder Lake - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Manitowish Waters Library - 16 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Heart of Vilas County Bike Trail - Boulder Junction - 18 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Lake of the Torches Casino - 24 min drive - 27.0 km

Getting around

  • Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Some Nerve Brewing Company - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Rustic Roadhaus - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Lodge at Manitowish Waters - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Pea Patch Motel & Saloon - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪white oak - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront home between 2 lakes w/ heated porch, dock & kayaks pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront home between 2 lakes w/ heated porch, dock & kayaks?

As of Apr 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront home between 2 lakes w/ heated porch, dock & kayaks on Jul 4, 2026 start from $456, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront home between 2 lakes w/ heated porch, dock & kayaks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront home between 2 lakes w/ heated porch, dock & kayaks?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront home between 2 lakes w/ heated porch, dock & kayaks located?

Nestled on the beach, this Boulder Junction cabin is within 1 mi (2 km) of Wild Rice Lake and Alder Lake. Snort Lake and Manitowish Lake are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 49 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Stacy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Beautiful views and comfy home. Very nice place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Great house in a great location. The house is clean well kept and the updated kitchen is great. The fireplace is awesome and the internet is strong. It made for a great getaway watching movies in front of the fire.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Mark H.

Great Location, Adequate Amenities

Nice quiet lake with great view of the undeveloped portion of the area. House and its kitchen worked out fine for meals and a comfortable place to sleep.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful weekend

I would definitely recommend this rental! It was so beautiful and the view of the lake was just serene. The cabin was spacious, clean and comfortable. We enjoyed trying out the kayaks and the rowboat, and had a wonderful campfire to roast s'mores.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A quiet home on Wild Rice Lake

We enjoyed a lovely three days at this home overlooking Wild Rice Lake. So fun to hear loons, see a couple eagles, and delight in three river otters that happened past! Easy access to Boulder Junction and Manitowish Waters, and the nearby network of bike trails.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful place on the lake

We loved the property. Had everything we needed. It is just how the pictures looked and even better. It is on a nice peaceful lake on the chain. We would and will book it again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

scott s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

House

Nice lake house...would like to come back
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Wonderful Stay

We enjoyed a wonderful stay at Artist's Cove. Beautiful view of the lake in a tranquil environment. Used the kayaks and ate breakfast on the deck. The cottage was well appointed with comfortable furniture and—true to its name—abundant aesthetically pleasing artwork. Bathrooms were fine and the bed was so comfortable that we slept in every morning! The kitchen is fully functional and has everything needed for a pleasant stay. Plenty of restaurants, grocery and things to do within a 5-20 minute drive. Especially recommend Dixie’s Coffee, Little Bohemia and the Guide’s Inn.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Cindy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Nice property

Was very disappointed with the check in. Was supposed to get in at 4. Cleaning crew showed up at 3:55, do we didn’t get in till 5:05.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

First Timers

Positives:1. Easy to find.2. Convenient to Boulder Jct., and Manitowish Waters.3. Beautiful lake view from most living areas.4. Well appointed large kitchen with modern appliances that functioned well.5. Very lovely cabin ambiance. 6. Vacasa Mgt. very responsive when problems arose or questions needed to be answered day or evening.Suggestions:1. Add an iron and ironing board2. Please list all kitchen amenities, such as a crock pot which wasn’t listed in property amenities.3. Please correct the fireplace as wood burning. In the property listing it says gas fireplace.4. It would be good to know the make and model of the stove so instructions can be found on line. NO WHERE was there a name of the stove on the stove.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Steve F.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Delapidated Property

Worst condition I have encountered. Kayaks had no seats. John boat could not be accessed. Clean only in portions. Other areas dirty and unkept. We left after not being able to stay there. Have submitted refund via AMEX. The property management (Vacasa) is not VRBO and was totally unresponsive.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Juli H.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Cozy but lacking

We have done this a lot and all other places we have rented have been well stocked and extremely welcoming. This rental was not. No matches, no dish towel, no salt/pepper, no trash bags etc. Had the listing reflected this, we could have arrived better prepared. We found working with Vacasa to be not helpful and wish we had had a contact who was familiar with the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Pros / Cons

Pros: Clean Great location Beautiful view Friendly neighbors Cons: No air conditioning Lacked upkeep / maintenance Damaged deck This was a great place overall. Happy to have spent some time in the Northwoods.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful summer vacation

The cabin was clean upon arrival and everything was as described. We had a wonderful week! Lake is beautiful! Sandy bottom by the dock was perfect for swimming. We had fun catching pan fish off the dock. We brought our own boat and the dock worked out great. So nice to have the boat landing so close too. Grill was nice and we used it a few times - could have used some grilling utensils. Fire pit was also very nice. One suggestion - clean the main windows for a clear view of the lake as it’s such a nice view.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Fabulous Time

I stayed five days and couldn't believe how great the view was. The home was immaculate. Great access to snowmobile trails. Watching the snow come down was an added treat. So incredibly quiet. Can't wait to come back again. May try summer next time!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cody S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Stay

Great place to get away!! Me all friends stayed here and had a great time. Will definitely be going back next year. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sarah r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

We loved this property and will definitely be back! Very clean and updates that still kept it feeling like a cabin. Loved all the windows...great views! Only thing that would have really made it perfection would have been if they supplied firewood. We drove through some rough weather and decided to not go back out into the snow for firewood but it was tough seeing stacks of firewood at both neighbors next door. We will remember to bring it with us next time but it would have been a nice touch.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Tracy W.

Quiet getaway

LOVED the view. The layout of this property is PERFECT for a quiet get away. We especially lived the wood fireplace. Only draw back is there was no directions on the mantel as there were in the kitchen. We have experience with wood fireplaces, so no big deal. Just for future reference would be nice. Once this property get finished with some of the upgrades that are doing, we would give it a higher rating. We will consider renting again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice view

Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Cheryl D.

Beautiful lake view.

Beautiful lake view from the house, porch and deck. Clean cottage with ample cookware we needed to prepare and eat our meals at the cottage. Quiet lake and road. Caretakers were attentive when I asked for a fix for the kayaks. I was unexperienced and disappointed with the type of kayaks you had available (holes in the bottom so you'd sit in water). Caretaker purchased plugs for one of the kayaks, but without an adult life jacket (boat cushions instead), I never felt comfortable taking it out.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

This house was perfect for a weekend get away! It was clean and comfortable and well equipped! We enjoyed the dock and kayaks, and we were very pleased with the house. We would definitely return for another stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place on the lake

We had the best 4th of July in the Lake! Clean , beautiful and fun!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Betty T.

Artist’s Cove

If you love a quiet, beautiful, serene place to relax then this is it. Wild Rice Lake is perfect - no development on the southern shore. We just soaked in the loveliness and fell in love with this place.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family getaway

We loved the lake and comfortable house.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great ski weekend

Perfect house on the lake for our family of four. Close to multiple cross country ski trails. No traffic or snowmobile noise. Very clean. Natural soaps. Heated porch very nice for morning coffee. Manager quick to respond to questions. Only criticism is no wood for the indoor fireplace or instructions (we called manager and got info).
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

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