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#3 is a quaint, affordable cabin on the shores of Birch Lk, 1 Boat Slip Included
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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4500 sq ft
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Birchwood, WI
- Place, Birch Lake1 min walk
- Place, Bennett Lake2 min walk
- Place, Lake Chetac19 min walk
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
#3 is a quaint, affordable cabin on the shores of Birch Lk, 1 Boat Slip Included
Quaint, cozy 2 bedroom cabin just steps from the shore of beautiful Birch Lake in Birchwood, Wisconsin in a small family owned resort.
This updated modern cabin comes equipped with microwave, coffee maker, color TV with cable, Weber grill, and picnic table. We supply bed linens, paper products, hand and dish soap.
Access to Big/Little Birch Lake AND the 2200 acre Lake Chetac is just a few steps from your cabin. A fun, affordable "UpNorth" place to relax. Grab your fishing pole and fish our renowned lakes! Both lakes have an abundance of fish which include bluegills, crappies, perch, northern pike, walleye, and bass. Cabin rental gets you a free place to dock your boat during your stay.
Don't have a boat? No problem, you can rent one of our new fishing pontoons! We also have a fully appointed fish house to clean your catch of the day.
If golfing, hiking or horseback riding is more your thing, we have that in the area as well. Bring your towels and get ready for pure R&R.
*(Rates are for 2 adults and 2 children under 17. Additional fees will be applied for extra adult guests.)
This updated modern cabin comes equipped with microwave, coffee maker, color TV with cable, Weber grill, and picnic table. We supply bed linens, paper products, hand and dish soap.
Access to Big/Little Birch Lake AND the 2200 acre Lake Chetac is just a few steps from your cabin. A fun, affordable "UpNorth" place to relax. Grab your fishing pole and fish our renowned lakes! Both lakes have an abundance of fish which include bluegills, crappies, perch, northern pike, walleye, and bass. Cabin rental gets you a free place to dock your boat during your stay.
Don't have a boat? No problem, you can rent one of our new fishing pontoons! We also have a fully appointed fish house to clean your catch of the day.
If golfing, hiking or horseback riding is more your thing, we have that in the area as well. Bring your towels and get ready for pure R&R.
*(Rates are for 2 adults and 2 children under 17. Additional fees will be applied for extra adult guests.)
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 19
Check out before 9:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
$30 per dog per stay, limit 2. Sorry, no cats.
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside only!
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
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A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Birchwood
Located in Birchwood, this cabin is on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Benson Creek State Wildlife Management Area and Hauer Springs State Wildlife Management Area can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Tagalong Golf & Resort. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.

Birchwood, WI
What's nearby
- Birch Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Bennett Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Lake Chetac - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
- Hayward Lake - 40 min drive - 53.7 km
- Round Lake - 49 min drive - 62.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Mama Roppe's Railside - 6 min drive
- Tagalong Golf & Resort - 11 min drive
- The Birchwood Cafe - 4 min drive
- Mary's Bluegill Bar & Grill - 4 min drive
- Ed's Coffee & Trading Company - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.4/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
16 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mary M.
23 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mary M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ray M.
3 Jun 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin overlooking the lake with a fish cleaning house and a dock for your boat
Ray M.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jay K.
29 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Memorial Weekend Getaway
Jay K.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
DELLA J.
28 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Decided to take a trip up north where we could enjoy some swimming and boating.
DELLA J.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Matt V.
10 Sept 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Helpful and friendly owners, relaxing visit
Matt V.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Howard & Elizabeth Ann T.
25 Sept 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time at Ri-Shel resort
Howard & Elizabeth Ann T.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Gail Q.
4 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great getaway in the north woods
Gail Q.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Eric K.
29 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
nice weekend
Eric K.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Julie A.
4 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice northern cabins
Julie A.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kelly K.
28 Sept 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cabin for a peaceful get away
Kelly K.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jamy J.
12 Jun 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Look no further . . .
Jamy J.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ruth W.
24 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin 3 Get-away
Ruth W.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Donna B.
31 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Modern Cabin
Donna B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Barb K.
3 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming cozy cabin
Barb K.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Thomas P.
1 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Restful and relaxing
Thomas P.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified
8/10 Good
LeRoy E.
24 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great The owner was very kind it was very quiet, fishing was great
LeRoy E.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Wayne S.
17 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mini Vacation
Wayne S.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Susan J.
10 Jul 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Vacation Spot!
Susan J.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jo J.
26 Jun 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful & Quiet
Jo J.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Verified
8/10 Good
Dan I.
16 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extremely nice place
Dan I.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sherri H.
28 May 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful oasis
Sherri H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jen C.
12 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Getaway
Jen C.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bonnie M.
18 Sept 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Bonnie M.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bruce B.
2 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Experience!!
Bruce B.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
About the host
Hosted by Rick and Shelly Pietrek
Rick and Shelly both grew up in small towns, just a few hours from Birchwood. They both experienced the magical midwest summer fun of fishing for pan fish, swimming, floating down lazy, winding rivers, catching firefly's in mason jars and roasting marshmallows over a blazing campfire. Camping at a nearby lakeside KOA is a cherished part of Ricks childhood memories. He had always wanted to own a resort so he could provide families the same special opportunity he had as a child. But fate had a different plan... offers and opportunities led him overseas for close to 20 years. He worked in Antarctica, Greenland, Qatar, Iraq, Kuwait, and, Afghanistan. Exploring Ireland, England, Spain, Italy, Switzerland, Thailand, Hong Kong, Australia, and New Zealand in his free time. Meanwhile, back in the states Shelly was busy raising 2 fabulous kids, running a business, vacationing every year or two in various places around the world while living on both coasts and even some places in between during the same span of the 30 years Rick was overseas. In 2010 Shelly came "home" to Birchwood to help take care of an ailing parent. She and Rick found each other shortly after she moved back. He was on a 3 month break deciding where in the world he wanted to get lost in next. They ended up enjoying the whole summer of 2010 together! Sadly, in September Rick was off overseas once again. They stayed in touch via Skype and email and over the next 7 years maintained a long distant relationship, meeting up in Birchwood two times a year. during Ricks time off. They even managed to sneak away together to Turkey and the Seychelles on two separate occasions. Finally, Rick found a reason to come home for good. In March of 2018 they got married & bought a resort. And now you know the rest of the story!
Both of them love lake living, meeting new people & look forward to running the resort for many years! They are all about helping others build their own beautiful memories.
Both of them love lake living, meeting new people & look forward to running the resort for many years! They are all about helping others build their own beautiful memories.
Why they chose this property
When Echo Bay resort in Birchwood came on the market after 47 years of being owned and operated by one family, they knew this was an opportunity of a lifetime and they were not going to let it get away. Rick could finally realize his dream! This is one of very few small fishing resorts left in the area. They didn't want to see it turned into condos like other resorts on these northern lakes. They wanted another generation of children to experience the "Up North" cabin fun of fishing, swimming, tubing and campfires!
What makes this property unique
We are located on a quiet point with water on both sides of the Resort. Our quaint, cozy, recently remodeled cabins are just steps from the shoreline. Fall asleep with the lake breeze wafting through your cabin while the call of the Loons lull you to sleep.
We offer onsite pontoon rentals for those of you who want to experience the water and all it has to offer. Available for Rent Daily or Weekly.
We offer onsite pontoon rentals for those of you who want to experience the water and all it has to offer. Available for Rent Daily or Weekly.
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