This peaceful cabin offers 2 bedrooms: One with a queen sized bed and the second with 2 sets of bunk beds. It sleeps 6 comfortably. We have a fully equipped kitchen and a bathroom with a shower. A long deck and screened in porch on the front of the cabin offer views of the lake, the woods and often a deer or two. There is an outdoor shower for the adventurous types. A large outdoor fire pit is perfect for evening campfires and roasting marshmallows. The cabin is located on the north end of Madeline Island, about 8 miles from La Pointe. It is a short 3 mile drive or bike ride to beautiful Big Bay Beach and Town Park.
Sowl's Cabin, Nestled on 20 acres on Madeline Island
La Pointe, WI, USA
- Cabin
- Bedrooms2
- Sleeps6
- Bathrooms1
- Half Baths0
- Min Stay5 nights
Owner
Jon and Judi Sowl
Member Since 2015
- Speaks:
- english
- Calendar last updated:
- Sep 18, 2018
About Jon and Judi Sowl
We met on Madeline Island the summer of 1980. Judi grew up here and met Jon when he spent the summer here working. We were married on the island 4 years later and have spent many summers and vacation time here. Our three grown children have many wonderful memories of times spent at the cabin. We both have family on the island and in Bayfield. We now live in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin and visit the island as often as we can.
Amenities
- Internet
- Air Conditioning
- Pets Welcome
- Fireplace
- TV
- Children Welcome
- Parking
- No Smoking
- Heater
Bedrooms
- 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6
Bathrooms
- 1 Bathroom
Location Type
- Lake ViewYou can see the lake from the front deck and porch.
Meals
- Guests provide their own meals
General
- TelephoneWe have a telephone for local service only. Cell phone service is spotty on this end of the island . Take a break from electronics and enjoy the natural environment.
- Air ConditioningNo air conditioning, fans in every room.
- HeatingElectric baseboard heat in each room.
- Linens ProvidedAll linens are provided for queen and 4 bunk beds.
- FireplaceOutdoor Fire Pit with benches. Starry nights, northern lights and the warm blaze of the campfire are favorite sights here.
- ParkingAdequate parking.
- InternetInternet added in May 2015
- Towels Provided
- Hair Dryer
Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Oven
- Microwave
- Coffee Maker
- Toaster
- Dishes & Utensils
- KitchenWe have a fully equipped kitchen with plates, cups, bowls, eating and serving utensils, serving dishes, a crock pot and many other common items for cooking and serving food.
Dining
- Dining Area
- DiningDining area in the cabin seats 6. There are also picnic tables in the screen porch and on the deck, each with 4 chairs.
- comfy seating for 6 people
Entertainment
- TelevisionSmall television with a couple clear channels.
- Stereosmall stereo
- DVD PlayerDVD and VHS player. Bring movies if you like.
- BooksA few books for a rainy day.
- GamesCheckers and a couple board games. Puzzles for a rainy day
- Video LibrarySeveral DVD's and VHS movies, mostly G rated. The library down town rents movies also.
Outside
- Lawn / GardenRoom for kids to run around.
- Kayak / CanoeYou can rent these at Big Bay Lagoon and downtown near Joni's Beach. The Lagoon is especially fun to explore in a canoe, kayak, or on a paddle board.
- Outdoor GrillLarge charcoal grill. Bring extra charcoal if you plan to use it please.
- Deck / PatioLarge deck across the front of the cabin. Part of it is screened in. 2 picnic tables - one in the porch and one on the deck. You can see the lake in the distance from the deck.
- TennisTennis courts downtown at the Rec. Center
- GolfWorld class golf course downtown just past the marina
Suitability
- wheelchair inaccessible
House Rules
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Cancellation Policy
100% refund if canceled at least 14 days before arrival date. 50% refund if canceled at least 7 days before arrival date.
15 Reviews
Excellent4.4/5
1 - 6 of 15
The property is more like a cottage not a cabin to us. A cozy cottage!
4/5 Stayed Aug 2018
Erika P.
We had an incredible experience! It was a cozy place, not fancy, but we had everything we needed. We were able to relax, enjoy and make awesome memories with our kids! I am sure we will forever treasure the experience of being on this beautiful Island! I am very thankful for Judy being so accessible with questions and needs!
Submitted Aug 28, 2018
Owner's Response:
Thank you for your kind words! So glad you enjoyed our island retreat!
Sowl’s cabin
4/5 Stayed Jul 2018
Marnie H.
Nice place, very clean, great outdoor shower, great screen porch.
Submitted Jul 27, 2018
Owner's Response:
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed our place.
Just what we were looking for!
5/5 Stayed Jul 2018
Janelle H.Northern Wisconsin
The home is cozy and comfortable, just what we wanted. We practically LIVED in the screen porch! It was such a great place to eat our meals and play games in the evenings. There is no air conditioning in the house but once the windows are open, the cross breezes kept the temperature very comfortable for us. We liked being away from the hustle and bustle of a touristy place like Madeline Island but still felt close to the parks and activities we wanted to do. Our little dogs loved having a nice yard to run around in and we didn't worry about heavy road traffic. The property is very well-maintained and clean. We had everything we needed for our stay. We would definitely come back!
Submitted Aug 16, 2018
Owner's Response:
Thank you Janelle! The screen porch is a favorite for me too. During our recent stay at the cabin I spent a rainy afternoon in the porch reading. SO relaxing!
The Hunting Shack
1/5 Stayed Jul 2018
Tonette N.
I never give bad reviews, but the owners should be a ware of these things.
- Dishes did not seem clean, they were cloudy like they hadn't been washed properly.
- The toilet tilted back and forth.
- We could not use the Wifi at all... wrong password?
- Mattresses were very old (perhaps from the 50s) Yikes!
- bedding(sheets and blankets) also was old and mostly polyester.
It may be fine for guys but women notice things like this. We all agreed we would not recommend this cabin to friends.
Sorry to be honest - but hope it helps.
Submitted Jul 19, 2018
Owner's Response:
Thank you for your candid review. I am looking into the concerns you raised and improvements are on the way.
Enjoy the northwoods
5/5 Stayed Jun 2018
clarissa s.Wisconsin
This cabin is the perfect place to sit on the great deck , enjoy the screen porch, take a quite walk or bike ride . We could not have asked for a more relaxed vacation spot . Fully equipped kitchen. Camp Fire ring . Out door shower .
Thank you !!!
Submitted Jul 11, 2018
Owner's Response:
Thank you for your kind review! It warms my heart to hear you enjoyed our cabin for all the same reasons we do!
CLEAN QUIET place on interesting island in Lake Superior.
5/5 Stayed Jun 2017
Mary B.
PEACEFUL, QUIET LOCATION, 8 MILES from only village on the island. VERY CLEAN Cottage home, NOT A CABIN. Fully equipped as described; Comfortable Queen bed. Everything is as described & seen in the many photos provided by owners. Loved the screened-in porch. Nature watching on site. Enjoyed big yard and outdoor private shower (+regular stall shower & bathroom indoors). Many outdoor recreational opportunities. Friendly owners.YES Wi-Fi. No CELL PHONE SERVICE (Verizon), but YES some incoming texts on property at times. Landline for incoming calls & outgoing calls w calling card. We stayed 5 weeks. YES we'd stay there again.
Submitted Aug 8, 2017
1 - 6 of 15
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La Pointe, WI, USA
Our cabin is about 8 miles from the village of La Pointe. There are 2 small groceries stores, several restaurants, and gift shops in the village.
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Pet Fee
$25