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Family-friendly Northwoods Cottage & Guest House On Beautiful Crystal Lake

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The North Forty-Main Cottage
Cozy living room with river rock fireplace
Living room looking into kitchen
Living area
Fully equipped eat-in kitchen with river rock fireplace

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Land O' Lakes, WI
  • Place, Crystal Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Black Oak Lake
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Catfish Lake
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Twin Bunk Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

Family-friendly Northwoods Cottage & Guest House On Beautiful Crystal Lake

This charming cottage and guest house, "The North Forty", was built in 1956 and is a Northwoods classic. Nestled in the tall pines of northern Wisconsin, the spacious 2-bedroom, 2 full-bath main cottage has a living/dining room, large fully-equipped eat-in kitchen and a large screened-in porch. Two wood-burning fireplaces, one in the kitchen and one in the living room provide the perfect ambiance and warmth for a crisp Northwoods morning. Sweeping lake views can be seen from almost every room. Just steps away is a lakefront guest house with one bedroom, one full-bath, and fully-equipped kitchenette as well as a lower level bunk room. Crystal Lake is a small private lake with no public access. It offers terrific swimming, fishing, canoeing and kayaking. Guests of “The North Forty” have often referred to it as “a little piece of paradise.” Sleeping up to 8, "The North Forty" is a wonderful setting for family reunions, couples trips, girlfriend outings, fishing/hunting trips and summer vacations.
Other highlights include:
Paddleboat, canoe and kayaks
Tremendous views of wildlife - eagles, loons, herons, deer
Several Northwoods golf courses nearby, one just a few miles away
Charming village of Land O'Lake minutes away
Many Northwoods restaurants nearby
Eagle River shopping and entertainment 20 minutes south
Sylvania Natural Forest 10 minutes north
Amazing hiking and biking trails nearby through the woods
Chain of Lakes 20 minutes away for day pontoon rentals or guided fishing
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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: dogs (limit 1 total)
Pets considered.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

About the neighborhood

Land O' Lakes

Located in Land O' Lakes, this cottage is on a lake. While the natural beauty of Sylvania Wilderness and Crystal Lake can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Gateway Lodge Golf Course. Discover the area's water adventures with canoeing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Land O' Lakes, WI

What's nearby

  • Crystal Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Black Oak Lake - 12 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Catfish Lake - 31 min drive - 45.5 km
  • Bond Falls - 36 min drive - 42.9 km
  • Little Saint Germain Lake - 42 min drive - 60.7 km

Getting around

  • Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brew's Pub - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Twilight Supper Club and Sandman Lounge - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Black Oak Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Pine Cone Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hillside Resort - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family-friendly Northwoods Cottage & Guest House On Beautiful Crystal Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Family-friendly Northwoods Cottage & Guest House On Beautiful Crystal Lake?

As of May 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family-friendly Northwoods Cottage & Guest House On Beautiful Crystal Lake on Jul 12, 2026 start from $386, 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 Family-friendly Northwoods Cottage & Guest House On Beautiful Crystal Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family-friendly Northwoods Cottage & Guest House On Beautiful Crystal Lake?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family-friendly Northwoods Cottage & Guest House On Beautiful Crystal Lake located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is steps from Crystal Lake, Nicolet National Forest, and Wisconsin River. Ottawa National Forest and Gateway Lodge Golf Course are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another wonderful year in Land O’Lakes with the family!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another fantastic stay for our family. Eagles, Osprey, & Loons, on the lake to keep you entertained. Felt emersed in the northwoods for much needed R&R. Fantastic hosts and a property that has everything set for a comfy, cozy stay. Many amazing memories made!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurel F.

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

Another great week

We’ve stayed many times at this property. It’s clean and very well-maintained. We love the peace and quiet on Crystal Lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another amazing trip to The North 40! Everything was perfect as usual. This cabin is our happy place! We can’t wait for our next visit. Beautiful spot, lovely, comfortable cabin and an excellent host!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toni S.

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

Quiet northwoods stay

loved the accommodations. Lots of room for family to spread out. Local people were very friendly. Owner was very helpful.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another amazing stay at The North 40! What a beautiful time of year - the weather was perfect, and the cabin delivered as always. Clean and well equipped with everything we needed. Enjoyed early morning fires in the kitchen with coffee, hiking to town and all the wonderful close by supper clubs! Did a wonderful day trip to the Porcupine Mountains which can’t be beat during the Fall season. Our host, Carol, was amazing as always. Truly heaven on earth!
Trees right on the property
Lake Superior
Lake in the Clouds
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan A.

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

Joni

A stunningly beautiful location with a gracious and responsive host! We could not ask for more. This is a fabulous place to slow down, relax, enjoy nature and truly treasure the family you love.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan A.

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

Could not be better!

We love this place! Carol is a wonderful host! Thank you for an extremely relaxing week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annie K.

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

Wonderful Stay

My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our second annual Northwoods vacation. The cabin is clean, comfortable, and cozy. We enjoyed finishing from the canoe and kayaks. I’d recommend this place to anyone looking for a break from the hustle and bustle of city life.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARCY E.

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

Feels Like Home

We love everything about this cottage: the wood floors, the piano, the vintage bathroom tile, the loons, the fireplace, the quiet lake, and the screened in porch. There's something about this cottage that makes our family put down our phones, read, play games, listen to records, tell stories, laugh, and remember what is important.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurel F.

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

Responsive host

This property is very well-loved and well-maintained by the family. We have stayed here many times and each year we see improvements made. The lake is very quiet - too small for large motorboat activities. It's an idyllic location for a quiet getaway with family or friends with plenty of room for all. The kitchen is well-equipped with everything needed for cooking.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan O.

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

Another Great Visit

This was our third visit and each year has been outstanding! The cabin is clean, well appointed and has a large screened porch which is lovely. The location is convenient to everything you need; gas, groceries, restaurants, casino, bike paths, etc. We particularly love the kitchen fireplace that we light on cold Northwoods mornings. The lot is very private and the lake is on the quieter side despite being a full rec lake. Fishing is great too! We can’t wait to return again!!!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan O.

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

Another Wonderful Stay at The North 40!

Another perfect week at The North 40! Beautiful vintage cabin in a beautiful setting and a great location convenient to everything you need and area attractions. Our host was and has always been wonderful and responsive to any inquiries. We can’t wait to return next year!!! The cabin has everything you need and the screened in porch is a favorite place to relax. The owner recently upgraded the internet service which was excellent. An overall wonderful experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great Getaway

The property was way better then expected! It is clean, functional and has everything we needed and more. It was spacious and oh so relaxing. We all truly enjoyed this trip! We had fun swimming, fishing, kayaking and biking. The books, puzzles and games were perfect entertainment while we cooked and before we started the bonfire. It was amazing and peaceful to see all the wildlife. This is our first vacation where we only left the premises to shop for food. Normally we go exploring, but there were so many things to do and explore at the cabin, that we never left.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly B.

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

Fantastic North Woods Property

We absolutely loved the north 40. It is like stepping back in time. The cabin and grounds are so well cared for and the cabin has everything you need. We spent our days swimming, reading, playing games, and enjoying nature. The water toys were all used and we also brought a couple of paddle boards. Caught some Northern and Crappie. The teens loved the bunk house. We loved it so much we already booked for next year! Thank you for a blessed week of rest and relaxation. Unplugging and enjoying the beautiful surroundings were just what we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly B.

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

Beautiful cabin with mid century charm

This is our second year to the cabin and we loved every minute. The owners are so responsive and kind. The cabin is big enough without being too big. We love the retro and quaint feel. If you want all modern, new amenities, this cabin may not be for you, but we absolutely love it. The cabin has everything you need and nothing you don't. The new dock was an added bonus this year! Quiet and secluded, we clocked out of our busy schedules for a week and enjoyed the cabin and lake. We brought 2 stand up paddleboards which were really fun. Weather was perfect with a mix of cool/warm and sun/rain. We can't wait until our next visit! Thank you for sharing your cabin with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

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

Northwood's Cabin Delivers

We had a great stay in the Northwoods. Carol Johnson is an excellent hostess, readily available to answer any questions. The cabin is fun in that it has the original garbage disposal and window cranks which takes you back to the 60's. We built a fire in the fireplace in the kitchen since the first few days were cool and rainy. If we weren't busy exploring the area by biking or canoeing, we played board games or read a book from their excellent library. Also, there is plenty of water sports' equipment to enjoy the lake. The guest cabin was a big hit offering privacy and a great view of the lake to the adult kids and their families. Beds were very comfortable. Only recommendation we have is bring any herbs or spices you may need. Great stay, would highly recommend this gem!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

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

A Rest & Recharge Destination

We brought our family back for another stay & so glad we did. Cozy, comfy and everything we could need, with adult kids, having the boathouse apartment let's everyone spread out nicely. Loved having extra amenities like beach towels and a laundry line, we were in the lake almost every day! Falling esleep by loon call and waking up by it too, even to Eagle calls right over the cabin everyone slept so good! Great linens & bedding. Used the fans provided for one night but summer lake breezes took care of us the rest of the days and nights. Saw Ospray swoop down catching fish while on the lake in beach floats (provided) was pure bliss. Everyone loved going out on kayaks too! We brought our own hammocks and napped in the trees, lakeside. Also had plenty of campfires (wood provided) and grilling out on the charcoal grill, we definately checked everything off our Northwoods Summertime bucket list. We definately did not miss having a TV either! Thanks for sharing your wonderful family friendly cabin!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annie K.

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

Perfect Family Accomodations

My family and I had a fantastic stay! The main house and guest house were clean, well stocked, and incredibly comfortable. The nearby area was great as well. Would highly recommend for a family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

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

Such a vintage gem!

This was our family's 3rd annual summer stay & somehow it was even better than before. This is such a great property, near town but yet quietly tucked away. The resident loons literally greeted us at the pier upon arrival and entertained us all week. Along with the Eagle and Osprey. Not to mention the plentiful pan fish at the pier! We loved the new mattresses & the addition of Starlink wifi . It cooperated nicely even with the remote location, not that we used it much. The screened porch however was used a lot!! Along with the kayaks! It is just like a family cabin should be. Comfortable bedding, plenty of linens, soaps, & all the kitchen items you'd need. The well seasoned cast iron fry pans made the best pancakes and eggs! Hated to leave at weeks end!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheri B.

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

Wish I Could Live There!!

I have stayed at numerous cabins over the years, and this is the only one that was even better in person than the pictures. I am originally from the UP and my grandparents lived on a lake about 30 mins from this cabin. It gave me all the warm fuzzies of those great memories. I do not have one negative thing to say about this property or the owners. I loved, loved, loved the bunkhouse. I could have just stayed there and my review would still be just as glowing. Anyone who loves the Northwoods and the simplicity of life - the sights and smells that trigger a memory of life before us will truly appreciate what this property has to offer. On a side note , the weather wasn't the greatest for August, but that made the fishing better. My grandkids were so thrilled with catching the sunnies off the dock with bacon and corn. Wished we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurel F.

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

Another great stay

This is our 4th time staying at the North Forty. This family does fabulous upkeep of this property, with yearly maintenance. It is clean, and the property is very quiet (and the neighbors around the lake appreciate that the quiet be maintained). The lake is not ideal for large boats for waterskiing or tubing, but there are folks out fishing nearly everyday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy S.

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

Excellent North WI Property

This is an amazing property that is perfect for a family vacation. It is fully stocked and in a great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda F.

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

Serenity Now!

Beautiful vintage cabin on peaceful Crystal Lake in Northwoods Wisconsin. My siblings & I thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The screened in porch was heavenly. Hope to stay again at the North40 in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan O.

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

Beautiful Cabin in a Beautiful Location

We cannot say enough good things about The North 40! A beautifully maintained truly vintage cabin gave us the feeling of being kids again in the 1970s! The lot is very private and the lake very peaceful yet active. The beds were comfy and the kitchen fireplace on cold mornings and the large, inviting screen porch on warm evenings were our favorites! The boat house is charming and perfect for guest overflow or the kids! The dock was perfect and plenty of toys to play with. Enjoyed kayaking around the lake. Perfectly located 2 minutes to town, groceries, casino and all our favorite supper clubs! Our host was responsive and answered any questions in a timely fashion. We can’t wait to come back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

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