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Nostalgic, Classic Northwoods Lodge on MW Chain

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Private Campfire Pit
Sunroom in The Lodge
The Lodge Glowing At Night
Living Room Fireplace
Sunrise from The Lodge's Pier on Alder Lake

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Twin Bedroom

2 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Nostalgic, Classic Northwoods Lodge on MW Chain

Experience the magic of a classic Northwoods cabin in The Lodge at Alderwood Resort on the Manitowish Chain of 10 Lakes. Swing open the windows in the cabin’s sunroom for panoramic views of Alder Lake. Relax in the living room in front of the stately fireplace. Highlights include 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, fireplace, a well stocked kitchen, private pier, campfire with adirondack chairs plus more resort amenities. ★ Featured in Midwest Living magazine, Travel Wisconsin, and on travel blogs.

★★★★★
"The Lodge is a place to remember. I'm old enough to have been to many cabins around the Northwoods - this place is tops. It's the wood walls, the open floor plan, the windows, and more windows. The outside is inside in a special way. Wonderful fireplace to sit and watch the flames dance at the end of the day. I'll try to return again to enjoy its treasures and make more memories." - D.K.
★★★★★

CABIN LAYOUT - SLEEPS 8:
Kitchen with Breakfast Nook
Living Room with Wood Burning Fireplace
Sunroom with Panoramic Lake Views
Bedroom 1: 1 Queen
Bedroom 2: 1 Queen
Bedroom 3: 1 Queen
Bedroom 4: 2 Twins
1 Full Bathroom with Shower Stall
1 Full Bathroom with Shower/Tub Combo

CABIN & RESORT AMENITIES
✔ We provide a supply of kitchen towels, hand soap, dish soap, paper towel, garbage bags, toilet paper, kleenex.
✔ Kid-friendly amenities available upon request include a high chair, pack n play, baby bathtub, kid utensils, and closet of family games.
✔ Private pier on Alder Lake with parking for 1 boat
✔ Private campfire pit with adirondack chairs and a supply of firewood
✔ Charcoal grill and picnic table
✔ Shared lakefront includes use of covered boat shelter with power outlet, swimming area with raft, kayaks, canoes, 12' rowboat (you can rent/bring an 8-10 hp motor to attach), kids swingset.
✔ Fish House cabin has a curated mercantile store and lending library of books and board games.
✔ Woodshed cabin has supply of firewood, fish cleaning area, and life jackets.

THINGS TO KNOW
• Check-in time: 3:00 PM / Check-out time: 9:00 AM
• A Renters Agreement must be signed.
• A $500 Security Deposit is required. Last minute reservations require full payment.
• No pets allowed.
• No smoking in the cabin.
• Cabin has free WIFI and no television.
• Cabin refrigerator does not have an ice maker.
• Cabin has a furnace for heat and box fans. Does NOT have A/C nor a generator for outages.
• Boat parking is available at your cabin’s dock or under the shared covered boat shelter.
• Plenty of car/trailer parking on the property.

REMEMBER TO BRING
Bath towels, beach towels, life jackets, food and pantry items, personal toiletries, binoculars, lawn games, bicycles, charcoal & lighter fluid, water toys, and don't forget s'mores stuff!

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LAKE: Alder Lake is a 264-acre full rec lake on the Manitowish Chain of 10 Lakes. All 10 lakes are navigable by boat from May through September. Each cabin at Alderwood Resort has a private dock. There is a shared covered boat shelter that is first-come, first served. The nearest boat launches are on Wild Rice Lake (free) and at Greer's Pier Marina (small fee). Waterskiing hours, towing a person, and personal watercraft (PWC) permitted between 9:00am to 7:00pm. Rowboats, kayaks, and canoes are located on the waterfront for your use.

ACTIVITIES VIA WATER
Swim in Alder Lake. Kayak or rowboat on Alder Lake. Rent a pontoon through Greer's Pier Marina. Boat to restaurants like Aberdeen, Pea Patch, Little Bohemia. Stop at Greer's Pier for a cocktail and shopping. Go fishing, or hire a fishing guide. Boat to Little Star Beach. All 10 lakes on the Manitowish Chain are navigable by boat from May through September.

ACTIVITIES VIA LAND
Take a walk on rural Alder Lake Road. Rent a bike from Coontail Sports and explore the area's world famous bike trails, like WinMan Trails and Heart of Vilas County Bike Trail. Walk to Cranberry Square gift shop and learn about cranberry farms in the neighborhood. In the fall, see cranberry harvest "the world's most beautiful harvest”. Within a 1 hour-radius explore Minocqua, Eagle River, Lake Superior, the Porcupine Mountains, UP of Michigan's waterfalls, Stormy Kromer, and St. Croix Factory. Alderwood Resort is a scenic 10-minute drive from Manitowish Waters, 30 minutes from Minocqua, and 45 minutes from Michigan's Upper Peninsula.

CALENDAR
The reservation calendar is up-to-date. Reservations open 1 year in advance.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 9:00 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
Guest must sign Renters Agreement. A refundable security deposit up to $500 is required.

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
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Manitowish Waters

Located in Manitowish Waters, this cabin is on the beach. Frog Lake And Pines State Natural Area and Alder Lake 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

  • Alder Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Manitowish Lake - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Manitowish Waters Library - 14 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Lake of the Torches Casino - 31 min drive - 30.7 km
  • Little Saint Germain Lake - 44 min drive - 51.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Smokeys - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Ye Olde Shillelagh - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Lodge at Manitowish Waters - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Some Nerve Brewing Company - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Pea Patch Motel & Saloon - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Nostalgic, Classic Northwoods Lodge on MW Chain pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Nostalgic, Classic Northwoods Lodge on MW Chain?

As of Mar 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nostalgic, Classic Northwoods Lodge on MW Chain on May 14, 2026 start from $436, 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 Nostalgic, Classic Northwoods Lodge on MW Chain?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nostalgic, Classic Northwoods Lodge on MW Chain?

Check-out is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Nostalgic, Classic Northwoods Lodge on MW Chain located?

Nestled on the beach, this Manitowish Waters cabin is within 2 mi (3 km) of Alder Lake, Manitowish Lake, and Wild Rice Lake. Little Trout Lake is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

Reviews

This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kris D.

longtime guests of Alderwood Resort

Beautiful grounds that are well maintained. The Lodge has been updated and is always clean when we arrive. We love the view of the lake from the sunporch. The kitchen is well stocked.
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tim D.

Beautiful spot on Alder Lake and wonderful amenities.

Was very happy with Alderwood Resort. Well run. Nice cabin. No complaints. Our first time there, but we'll be back! Easy check in. Easy check out. Always responsive to any questions we may have had. Our group loved it.
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gail L.

We have spent a week in fall in the lodge for 15 years and it is always wonderful.

If I could design a house, I would start the planning by using the Lodge as a starting point. We spend each morning with coffee on the porch and each evening with a glass of wine on the porch before dinner. The view is magnificent. Thank you so very much for everything. It couldn't be better. You do a great job.
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gail L.

Beautiful lake view from every window, with cozy and comfortable cabin, fully equiped kitchen, back patio for grilling and relaxing.

Very up North. Lots of time spent on front porch. The kitchen is fully equipped, we ate in most of the time. I was here or 12 beautiful days. We did eat out a couple of times and the local restaurants are really nice. Aberdeen Lodge, Smokey's and Dixie's are our favorite. Shopping in Minoqua is always great. Ironwood MI also has great shopping, including my favorite, a really nice quilt shop - The Fabric Patch. Just a little farther North is Lake Superior. We always go out to this Great Lake when we come North to hike the falls and sit on the beach. My family has been coming to Alderwodd Resort for almost 40 years and it is just a beautiful place. The owners are so kind and welcoming and keep everything up really well. They really are a 5 star resort. Thank you.
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10/10 Excellent

Gail L.

Just what you need on a vacation, being surrounded by natures beauty and quiet sounds of the lake.

Beautiful cabin inside with a great big fireplace with comfortable furniture set up for family and friends to spend good times together. Great kitchen, totally equipped. You can see the lake from every bedroom. So many sunny days, and even the rainy days are fun spent on the very large porch with a fabulous lake view. We have puzzles and play cards, read and work on quilting and sewing projects. At night the moon is in the sky and shinning on the water. We of course are also listening for the loons. And there is always the fresh smell of the north woods. I have been coming here with my family and friends for 35 years and of all the places I have been, this is still my favorite.

10/10 Excellent

bill h.

Excellent

The resort is superb. Very clean and beautiful. Everything was as described and im hoping to stay again in the near future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

8/10 Good

Dan Y.

The lodge was a great place to stay with extended family but ...

One thing lacking is providing bath towels and hand towels in the bathrooms. Even though you are told upfront the lack of towels seems cheap. We get providing your own beach towels but providing your own bath towels is a first for us. The fireplace was great and the firewood was provided. The view was amazing and we loved waking up to the sound of the loons each morning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

melissa v.

Amazing!!

Very clean, it felt like home, everyone that stayed was very impressed will for surely come back again!

About the host

Hosted by Becca Bartling

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I'm Becca Bartling, Property Manager for Alderwood Resort. Born and raised in northern Wisconsin, I'm lucky to call Manitowish Waters my home. I've combined my skill set as an engineer with my passion for design to continue the legacy of our Northwoods resort.

Why they chose this property

The Alderwood Resort property is peaceful and quiet, you'll feel like you found a little slice of paradise that still offers the comfortable amenities of home.

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