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Private Northwoods Retreat

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Bathroom
Living area
Living area
Bathroom

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Balsam Lake, WI
  • Place, Straight Lake Wilderness State Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Apple River
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Big Butternut Lake
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1- 2nd floor

1 Queen Bed

Loft - 2nd floor

1 Queen Futon

Lower Level walkout- Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Lower Level Walkout- Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Main Floor -Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Private Northwoods Retreat

Our unique Northwoods cabin offers a picture perfect location for your vacation! You will be pleasantly surprised with the scenic country roads which lead to your destination; a cozy retreat in the woods. The cabin interior features a pine loft with a birds eye view of the land, vaulted pine ceilings and walls add overall warmth on wintery nights. Unique wildlife mounts and Northwoods decor are sure to appeal to the woodsman in your life.

This 3-story cabin nestled on 6 wooded acres is spacious and has all the comforts of home! Whether you are seeking quiet relaxation or a fun filled day; it is yours to explore. Does hiking in the backwoods, biking the Gandy Dancer Trail or perhaps reading a book at your leisure appeal to you? We are strategically located within minutes of prime fishing lakes Balsam, Half Moon and Bone Lake for you avid fishermen. Ultimately; you will experience a piece of the North in this beautiful part of the country! Take a drive to the St.Croix Riverway/Interstate Parks, it will be well worth the 20 minutes-what a gorgeous site! Balsam Lake features Indianhead Supper Club, Paradise Landing, gift shops, and friendly surroundings! The list continues with
St.Croix Casino, St. Croix Chateau Winery, and St. Croix Cinema Theater to name a few. With many more charming shops in nearby communities, this could be your chance to pick up that last minute gift! Look no further for your perfect getaway, we would love to share our Northwoods Cabin where the #1 priority is your comfort and satisfaction 'guaranteed'!








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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
When leaving please load the dishwasher & start the load. Check for personal belongings before leaving. Beds can be left unmade, wet towels hung or use clothes hampers. Lock up & thank you!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No pets allowed.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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

About the area

Balsam Lake

Located in Balsam Lake, this cabin is in a rural area and near a water park. Polk County Fairgrounds and Fawn Doe Rosa Wildlife Educational Park are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Trap Rock Ridge Plaza and Heritage Mall. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Balsam Lake, WI

What's nearby

  • Straight Lake Wilderness State Park - 16 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Apple River - 17 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Long Lake - 18 min drive - 20.0 km
  • Big Butternut Lake - 18 min drive - 21.8 km
  • Little Butternut Lake - 20 min drive - 20.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Balsam Lake Brewery & Market - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Eagle Lounge - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Blacksmith Shop Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Balsam Lake Lodge & Supper Club - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪BrowTine - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Northwoods Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Private Northwoods Retreat?

As of 11 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Northwoods Retreat on 3 May 2026 start from £260, 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 Private Northwoods Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Northwoods Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Northwoods Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Northwoods Retreat located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is within 9 miles (15 km) of Camp Douglas Lake, Straight Lake Wilderness State Park and Apple River. Straight Lake and Rainbow Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 156 out of 160 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 160 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 160 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 160 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 160 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cabin
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason E.

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

As always, great stay!

Been staying here for weekend trips few years now...always great stay and great communication from owner!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wesley B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot for overflow from our cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary-Jo J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean property, well maintained, quiet. SpaciousGood location for our hiking plans
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad K.

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

3rd year. Always enjoy our stay!

Great family get away! Great location near Balsam Lake!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mariah S.

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

Family Vacation

We had a great time staying!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

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

Fantastic Wooded stay

Beautiful place! So spacious. Such a nice, north woods feel to it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul 2025
Thank you very much Steve!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carla A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host had great communication. House was spacious and perfect for large family. Kitchen was well stocked. Bathroom nice and super clean. We had a really fun time!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason E.

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

Great stay

Everything was wonderful, thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Polly M.

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

Family holiday.

The house is spacious and was wonderful for our family. We had a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
VERY comfy, cozy, peaceful and welcoming.Brenda and Greg were GREAT to work with.Would most definitely recommend to family and friends!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad K.

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

Great cabin as always!

This is the 3rd or 4th year we've rented. Great cabin for larger group. Clean,lots of beds etc. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

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

Beautiful cabin

We loved the place. It was a lot bigger than what we expected and balsam lake is a great area!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and well maintained.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Celena D.

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

Beautiful cabin in the woods

My family and I enjoyed our time here. The cabin had lots of room for everyone to spread out and it was very clean. One of the best places I have stayed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

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

Wonderful weekend getaway!

Thanks to Brenda for being such a great host! Our group of friends had such a wonderful time that we would go back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan R.

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

Perfect location and host!

We stayed here last year and this year. It's an amazing cabin with so many nooks and crannies. What a lovely place to rest and relax!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey C.

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

Woodsy Cabin

The house was very clean, well furnished, and the setting in the woods was perfect for our family weekend get-together.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

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

Great place!

Stayed with 6 adults and 4 kids. Lots of room and great common areas. Strongly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emalee B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The first thing I noticed when we entered was how clean it was, it’s even nicer in person than in pictures. I love how homey/cozy it feels- like you have a family member letting you stay in their home and less like you’re staying in a hotel. We could find anything we needed easily. Brenda was so easy to communicate with and really cared that we had a great stay. We would absolutely book here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica Z.

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

Lovely, relaxing place

I spent my birthday weekend at the cabin with my friends and we had a wonderful time!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blake E.

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

Excellent

Great place. Love it.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Very comfortable for a group

This large home was perfect for our group, providing comfortable bedrooms and lots of hangout space. They had everything we needed and communication with the host was prompt and responsive. We have another home nearby and this was our overflow for a large gathering, and we would gladly book it again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was exactly as pictured. It was clean, well stocked and very comfortable. The grounds were well kept and beautiful with flowers. We enjoyed the deck for coffee in the morning and talks during the day. We had a bonfire and s'mores in the evening. It is a wonderful, peaceful, beautiful place to get away!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

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

Quiet Retreat

We really enjoyed our stay. The house is lovely and the location in the woods was very peaceful and serene. We only stayed two nights, but would rent this property again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2023
Thank you Laura! It would be our pleasure to host your family again, when it works out on your calendar! Sincerely, Brenda

About the host

Hosted by Brenda Strilzuk

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Hello, My husband and I are owners of a
Landscape, Nursery and Greenhouse
business! We enjoy the outdoors, love
our five boys, and live in the country
where there is lush green surroundings!

Why they chose this property

The location is prime, nearby lakes and woods provide scenic beauty and various wildlife will visit
quite often. We feel there is a need for families and friends to build relationships,enjoy one
another in a relaxed enviornment, and celebrate those special occasions in life!!

What makes this property unique

When the night is clear you will see starry skies with galaxies too many to name. Nothing can compare to the smell of a roaring bonfire and the food cooking to perfection on the outdoor grill!!

Languages:

English

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