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Dog-friendly, lakefront home with dock, kayaks, canoe, bike & fireplace

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A two-story red cabin with a front porch, a garage, and a gravel driveway surrounded by trees.
A wooden interior with a sofa, ottoman, TV, and a balcony with a view of trees.
A living room with a brown leather sectional sofa, a large wall clock, and a wooden ceiling.
A cozy cabin interior with a stone fireplace, dining table, and chairs, a clock, and a sign reading 'LAKE HOUSE.'
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a white stove, and a microwave.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Manitowish Waters, WI
  • Place, Rest Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Vance Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, North Lakeland Discovery Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ironwood, MI (IWD-Gogebic County)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Dog-friendly, lakefront home with dock, kayaks, canoe, bike & fireplace

Summary:

Vance Bay Getaway



The Space:

Sitting on the edge of Vance Lake, this home is located in the heart of Manitowish Waters. Inside, you'll be greeted by a large living space with a wood-burning fireplace, where you can relax with your whole group of vacationers. Prepare meals together in the kitchen and indulge in a variety of home entertainment options, including a PS4 and a dartboard. Outside, you can play with your dogs in the yard or utilize this ideal location to kayak (two are provided), swim, or boat in the lake! From your front door, you're just a short walk to plenty of shopping and dining in Manitowish Waters. The local bike and snowmobile trails are accessible at the end of the driveway (with four adult-size bikes provided), so adventures begin the second you step outside. Cast a line in Vance Lake and try your hand at landing some of the resident musky, panfish, bass, pike, walleye, and sturgeon. Additional fun on the water awaits in the Manitowish Chain of Lakes, accessible down the road. Things to Know Vance Lake does not have a public boat launch. Check-in time: 4:00 p.m. Check-out time: 10:00 a.m. All guests shall abide by The Good Neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises. This property is managed by Vacasa Wisconsin, LLC.
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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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5246326
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

Manitowish Waters

Located in Manitowish Waters, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Little Bohemia Lodge and Mercer Depot Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Heart of Vilas County Bike Trail - Boulder Junction and Waswagoning Indian Village. North Lakeland Discovery Center and George W. Brown Jr. Ojibwe Museum and Cultural Center are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
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Manitowish Waters, WI

What's nearby

  • Rest Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Vance Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Frank B. Koller Memorial Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • North Lakeland Discovery Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • McKinney Lake - 1 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Ironwood, MI (IWD-Gogebic County) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ye Olde Shillelagh - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Smokeys - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Some Nerve Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rustic Roadhaus - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Howling Dog - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog-friendly, lakefront home with dock, kayaks, canoe, bike & fireplace pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dog-friendly, lakefront home with dock, kayaks, canoe, bike & fireplace?

As of Jun 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dog-friendly, lakefront home with dock, kayaks, canoe, bike & fireplace on Jun 22, 2026 start from $402, 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.

What time is check-in at Dog-friendly, lakefront home with dock, kayaks, canoe, bike & fireplace?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-friendly, lakefront home with dock, kayaks, canoe, bike & fireplace?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog-friendly, lakefront home with dock, kayaks, canoe, bike & fireplace located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is steps from Vance Lake and Rest Lake. Frank B. Koller Memorial Park and North Lakeland Discovery Center are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 52 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Nate L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed for a snowmobiling trip. House was nice and accurate listing. Heat was not working upon arrival but maintenance was there quickly and fixed the problem. Easy access to the snowmobile trials and plenty of good establishments in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 17, 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We are happy you enjoyed this home. We sincerely apologize for the issues you have encountered during your stay. We'll continue to work closely with both our local staff and the homeowner to make improvements to this home, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another wonderful getaway in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

STEPHANIE B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is perfect in so many ways.Great location in "downtown " Manitowish, beautiful view outside, the interior was stunning.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

jeff k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay and will recommend it. The house was clean and well appointed. Plenty of room for trucks and trailers, we came to ride snowmobiles. Close access to trails and entertainment. I would have given it 5 stars, but something really needs to be done with the ice on the entry stairs. It has been mentioned before and I thought it was a little petty until I slipped and fell the first day. All was good, didn’t get hurt but it could have ruined our entire stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john g.

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

great stay

everything was as advertised.We use the water toys boat and kyacts was nice lake even caught some fish.would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

John Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for biking! Yard and Lake weren’t very appealing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samuel K.

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

Very nice place.

Wonderful place to stay and close to the action.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Bryan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The stay was comfortable but there were things that were already mentioned in previous posts that was unfortunate. There is no access to the lake from the property safely. Walk down at ur own risk. No outside lights at night. The TVs were hard to connect to anything. Would of been nice to have some kitchen supplies that can be useful during a stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Andrew Y.

Great stay!

The place was nice and clean. We had 4 couples stay to go snowmobiling and it was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

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

Great location

Open interior spaces great for kids, inclusion of bed linens - not just blankets, easy access driveway to roadway. Walking distance to coffee shop, restaurant, grocery, bar/grill, Rest Lake and park.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kara W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Over all the stay was wonderful and the house was perfect for what we were needing. The only negative thing was the stairs to the basement. They were very steep
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Steven G.

Great Location

Nice, clean home on the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erik P.

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

Perfect location

Nice little lake spot and great amenities. Roomy and comfortable house.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

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

Spacious Cabin

There was plenty of room for all of us. The cabin was clean and well appointed. We very much enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca T.

Cozy. Great Location. Everything you will Need.

Our stay was perfect! Kitchen was well stocked. Every amenity was provided.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amie G.

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

House is spacious and location is good! Would highly recommend staying here.

Very good!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer V.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Northwoods

Great location
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Great family trip

Small beautiful lake! House very nicely appointed Loved Dixie’s coffee Minor problems efficiently dealt with!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen D.

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

snowmobile trip

Perfect for sledding, central locatiobn
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

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

Wonder

We had a wonderful stay. Everything was very clean and the house had everything you would need.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karl Z.

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

Beautiful property

The house was clean, the space was functional and the house had everything we needed. The lake is gorgeous and local bike trail as well providing tons of outdoor activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jill g.

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

Mtn Biking

We had a great time-close to local trails.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Cody S.

Great Location

The location to the bars was easily walkable. If you had a boat you could dock at the park and enjoy the rest of the chain. Nice shaded back yard. Was plenty of room to park and sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mary Z.

Great place for outdoor folks!

Great house. On the lake, we use the two kayaks multiple times. You can kayak down to Dixie’s for breakfast or lunch. Great bike paths.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

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

Great spot located near everything.

Went here with kids for a fun summer week and had a great time canoeing and kayaking on the lake. Caught a couple of fish off the pier. Property was as described and we have no complaints, just great memories!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tressa G.

The perfect getaway

I absolutely loved the view we had in the backyard. The home itself was cozy and had so much space. Hoping to make it back in the summer without the snow!

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