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Lac Vieux Desert Lake Front Cabin

Lac Vieux Desert Lake Front Cabin

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External view of cabin with picnic table
Outdoor dining
Great largemouth bass fishing
The main campfire site overlooking the lake
More great largemouth fishing

Overview of Lac Vieux Desert Lake Front Cabin

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 560 sq m

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Lake viewLake viewLake view

Explore the area

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Phelps, WI
  • Popular LocationOttawa National Forest15 min drive
  • Popular LocationLittle Saint Germain Lake52 min drive
  • AirportRhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County)55 min drive
  • Popular LocationSki Brule57 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Lac Vieux Desert Lake Front Cabin

Nice 2 bedroom cabin only 10' from the lake front. No shared frontage with our location as you will enjoy a private dock with two fire pits and a great exposure for beautiful sunsets. Fishing is great with muskies, northern pike, walleye, crappie, perch, and bluegills. The cabin is fully stocked with the essentials you need as well as Dish Network TV service and internet service. For the ice fisherman or snowmobiler, the cabin is right at the water's edge making access easy.

Our cabin has a pretty interesting history. The property goes back a long time but its first dance with history was during the prohibition era. The property at the time was owned by the Sbarbaro family, a family noted for being Chicago bootleggers and undertakers. They were actually the undertakers to the Chicago mob with famous clients Dean O'Banion, Vincent "Schemer" Drucci, Hymie Weiss, and Mike Merlo. The property was eventually sold and became part of Duke and Lu's Resort. Its most famous guest was Wisconsin Senator Joe McCarthy, the originator of the "red scare" as he sought to identify post WW2 communist infiltrators.

For the property itself, the cabin was at one time a tool shed for the Sbarbaros before being upgraded where it became the lakeside "honeymoon cabin." It is located right on the lake with easy access to Vilas County snowmobile trails which cross the middle of Lac Vieux Desert.

Included is access to a cabin-side fire pit with a cooking grate, a larger lakeside fire pit, and a dock. The dock is removed for the winter after the first weekend in November.

Amenities

Kitchen
Lake view
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Winter travel can be treacherous. The snow plow company only plows with more than 4” of snow. Please be prepared with a 4 wheel drive vehicle.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Phelps

Located in Phelps, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Eagle River Golf Course and Eagle Falls Adventure Golf & Laser Tag are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Nicolet National Forest and Ottawa National Forest. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kartway or Amsoil Eagle River Derby Track. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including snowmobiling, wildlife walks and fishing.
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Phelps, WI

What's nearby

  • Nicolet National Forest - 1 min walk
  • Ottawa National Forest - 15 min drive
  • Northern Waters Casino Resort - 21 min drive
  • Little Saint Germain Lake - 52 min drive
  • Ski Brule - 57 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Brew's Pub - 10 min drive
  • Sweets, Treats, and More - 9 min drive
  • Dari Maid Drive In - 10 min drive
  • The Twilight Supper Club and Sandman Lounge - 6 min drive
  • Dublin Sports Bar & Grill - 15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lac Vieux Desert Lake Front Cabin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lac Vieux Desert Lake Front Cabin?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lac Vieux Desert Lake Front Cabin?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lac Vieux Desert Lake Front Cabin located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Nicolet National Forest and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Wisconsin River. Ottawa National Forest is 4.3 mi (6.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aaron B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another A+ stay
Enjoyed another long weekend at this cabin. It has everything you need and is always very clean. Easy access to the lake and surrounding restaurants. Will be back again as this is one of our favorites.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place!!
Perfect cabin for a few people. Nice layout inside. Beautiful views of the fall colors. Caught a few walleyes and some pan fish off the dock. We would defiantly go back, maybe try some ice fishing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family getaway
Enjoyed our family time at the cabin. Perfect size for us and our son. Kitchen was a bonus. Nice having the dock to tie up our boat and lake is big enough to fish somewhere new everyday.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!
Clean and quiet. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kurt H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great retreat to the Northwoods
Cozy cabin right next to the lake. Cabin has everything you need and access to amenities close by or a little further in Eagle River. Would definitely come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

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