Little Muskie Retreat on Little Muskie Lake, Canoe included! Snowmobile!
Best of both worlds describes our Northwoods ranch home w/100' of sand frontage on Little Muskie Lake. Just 3-1/2 miles north of downtown Minocqua.
Enjoy a memorable Northwoods vacation at The Little Muskie Retreat in Arbor Vitae. Our lake house offers a beautiful wooded setting above 79 acre Little Muskie Lake. There are about 30 steps down to the lake. A private boat launch is available just two piers away from our private pier. There is plenty of parking for you with the horse-shoe like driveway for your vehicles and boat trailer. Curl up with a book and get cozy by the gas fireplace during the cooler months, and stream your favorite movies and shows on the flat-screen TV using the complimentary WiFi. Savor a meal and the view on the wrap around deck!
The game room has a fold out futon which is also used as a 4th bedroom. The kitchen features hickory cabinets, beautiful wood beamed ceiling in dining and open kitchen/dining with breakfast bar.
Our cabin is close to shopping, petting zoo, dining, golf and hiking/biking trails with the peace and quiet of the Northwoods. We are less than one mile from a major trail head which you can snowmobile to right from the cabin!
SNOWMOBILERS: Garage parking access for parking 6-7 sleds! Easy access to trails, less than 1 mile away.
Things to know:
Free WiFi
Full kitchen with dishwasher
Charcoal grill
3-person canoe
Central air conditioner
Game room with futon, games, TV
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please put away all dishes in the dishwasher and sink.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rates based on 6 people. $15 per person per night over 6 people
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Woodruff
Located in Woodruff, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Campanile Center for the Arts and Vilas County Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at St. Germain Golf 9 Hole and Timber Ridge Golf Club. Travelling with kids? Consider Rock Falls Riding Stable LLC, or check out an event or a game at Lakeland Hawks Ice Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Rock Falls Riding Stable LLC - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
Dr. Kate Museum - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
Little Arbor Vitae Lake - 6 min drive - 8.0 km
Mielke Lake - 6 min drive - 8.3 km
Island City Antique Market - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
Getting around
Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County) - 43 min drive
Restaurants
KWIK TRIP #588 - 11 min walk
McDonald's - 5 min drive
Starbucks - 5 min drive
Culver's - 3 min drive
Lida’s - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Little Muskie Retreat on Little Muskie Lake, Canoe included! Snowmobile! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Little Muskie Retreat on Little Muskie Lake, Canoe included! Snowmobile!?
As of 27 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Little Muskie Retreat on Little Muskie Lake, Canoe included! Snowmobile! on 31 Mar, 2026 start from S$254, 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 at Little Muskie Retreat on Little Muskie Lake, Canoe included! Snowmobile!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Little Muskie Retreat on Little Muskie Lake, Canoe included! Snowmobile!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Little Muskie Retreat on Little Muskie Lake, Canoe included! Snowmobile!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Little Muskie Retreat on Little Muskie Lake, Canoe included! Snowmobile! located?
This family-friendly Woodruff holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Rock Falls Riding Stable LLC and Dr. Kate Museum. Island City Antique Market is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great hosts and a great place to stay. Was in town to snowmobile and very easy access to gas and food from the house. Used garage to keep sleds out of weather at night. Thanks again!
Excellent place to stay. Host are very welcoming and easy to get ahold of. Nice big driveway to turn around on and park. Beautiful cabin over looking lake. Highly recommend.
I would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for cozy clean cabin to stay in. The host isvery available to answer any questions you may have.
Comfortable cabin on a lovely little lake. Perfect for the canoe our hosts provided. The property is close to town as well as to a myriad of hiking and biking trails. We loved our week there.
Well-maintained, nicely-furnished and clean property that could benefit from some updating. Adrian was right on top of things with a minor problem and exhibited genuine concern for his guests. Only downsides are proximity to highway and long walk down to lake (if you are a senior or have a disability). Overall, we really enjoyed our stay.
The house is clean and comfortable, just a bit shabby like any good Northwoods cabin.A bit close to the highway, can hear traffic noise so not as secluded as we hoped.Access to lake is down a steep flight of stairs not shown in photos wish we'd known that as well it was inaccessible to anyone with limited mobility.
We just spent a week at Little Muskie Retreat. 4 adults and 3 small children. We had a fabulous time! The house was spotless and had everything we needed. We enjoyed the canoe, and the kids loved swimming and catching fish off the dock. Many bald eagle sightings! It’s very quiet, but close to many restaurants and activities. I highly recommend this place!
We were in the area for snow biking. The property was as advertised and the hosts were exceptional to work with. The gas fire place is easy to operate and a great option to come home to in the evenings.
Big turn around driveway for trucks with trailers. Roomy inside with a beautiful view. Close to amenities. Very nice owners, easy to get ahold of by messaging host.
The location was perfect and the lake had plenty of fish to be caught. The boat launch was a bit on the steeper side but not an issue for us. Communication with the owner was excellent. Plenty of space for our family!
The second time we have stayed at this property. As before the property was clean and as listed. Close to lots of amenities which is no small feat this far north.
The cabin was beautiful and clean! It had everything we needed and more! The backyard area was where we spent most of our time and it was such a relaxing space! The lake view from the backyard was absolutely INCREDIBLE. We look forward to our next trip back, and would highly recommend staying at this cabin to anyone and everyone!
Becca E.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
About the host
Hosted by Adrian & Tammi Tengler
We grew up, and still live in Southern Wisconsin but love the Northwoods. Our family used to travel to the Minocqua area when we were kids. We have many great memories from those trips. Ever since those days we've always wanted a cabin of our own in the Minocqua area. This is our only rental property so we love it and care for it as our own home. This property is also our vacation home which we love and cherish! Because of this we expect our guests to do so as well.
What makes this property unique
We fell in love with this property because of its unique location where it is private yet only minutes from the popular downtown Minocqua area.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests