Enjoy a stay in the cottage in the big woods! The lane leading to it winds a half mile back from the road. This place will be a highlight because of everything from the spacious yard surrounded with woods, kitchen fully stocked with dishes, open, cozy living room and cute bedrooms. It is a family friendly place including a Foosball table, board games and toys. Also has a picnic table and backyard fire pit (firewood included) or you can choose to grill your favorites on the covered back porch. This cottage is only 30 minutes from Granite Peak, Rib Mountain, Wausau, and Cedar Rapids. It’s in a friendly, small neighborhood. Ice Age trail access points are within a couple miles. Only 7 miles away from Birnamwood, which includes a gas station, Dollar General, and Chet and Emil's which has a restuarant and bowling. Chet and Emil's have made Birnamwood famous for their broasted chicken. Only a 12 minute drive from Norrie Lake and Mayflower Lake which provides boating, fishing and swimming options. The Plover River (a trout stocked river) winds thru the woods behind the house in the DNR land. Also including a spring fed pond. Or enjoy the Mountain Bay biking trail which is only 7 miles from Shalom Retreat. The Eau Claire Dells Park is only 6 miles away where you can hike, swim, and enjoy the outdoors. For a winter activity, visit Sylvan Hill in Wausau for some great family snow tubing! Also Granite Peak for snowboarding and skiing! For fun, local places to enjoy your time at, check out my guidebook at: https://abnb.me/hjdJ5cg2gsb
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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 and a first aid kit
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About the area
Birnamwood
Located in Birnamwood, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Clara R. McKenna Aquatic Center and Langlade County Fairgrounds are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Ol' Western Village and Cedar Creek Mall. Williams Park and Yellow Banks Park are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
Dells of the Eau Claire County Park - 21 min drive - 11.9 km
Ho-Chunk Gaming - 30 min drive - 23.4 km
Rib Mountain State Park - 41 min drive - 46.5 km
Granite Peak Ski Area - 44 min drive - 50.4 km
Aspirus Wausau Hospital - 47 min drive - 54.6 km
Restaurants
Chet & Emil's
Hatley Hangout
Melody Mill Tavern
Truck's Place Family Restaurant - 13 min drive
Little Rock - 17 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Shalom Retreat. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Shalom Retreat. ?
As of 14 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shalom Retreat. on 15 Apr 2026 start from £133, 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 Shalom Retreat. ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Shalom Retreat. ?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Shalom Retreat. ?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Shalom Retreat. located?
Situated on a river, this cottage is 7 mi (11.3 km) from Dells of the Eau Claire County Park and within 16 miles (25 km) of Ho-Chunk Gaming and Museum of the Wittenberg Area Historical Society. Maple Hills Golf Course and Langlade County Historical Society Museum are also within 20 miles (32 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This place is an easy 5 star! Everything comes as advertised and owner is very helpful! Great overnight stay that we would come back to if in the area!!
I get together with a group of old friends who all live far apart now every fall, and we've been staying here for the last few years. It's always clean, well maintained, and comfortable. It's the perfect spot for a quiet weekend.
Everything at the Shalom Retreat was as advertised or better! Communication with our host was terrific, and we would definitely stay here again if we needed a place in the area.
Nice quiet location very peaceful. Clean and had all your basics covered. Nice having laundry on site. WiFi was really good given the remote location. Overall nice little spot. Thanks.
This property was great for a decent sized group. The only issue is that it is far from town, but the drive to Granite peak isn’t too bad. Overall, a great property!
Ryan H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Kimberly S.
19 Jan 2026
The house was nice for our needs. The owner brought us things they said the house had but when we arrived those things were not there. The kitchen had limited items which made cooking for 7 a bit of a challenge.
We're a group of friends that now live all over the state, and every fall we get together for a weekend to hang out and play board games. We've stayed here a couple of times, and it's been great whenever we have.
This property is stocked with everything you need. It is cozy and spacious with lots of room for our family of five. Kids loved all the toys and games.
The property is private and beautiful. We loved all the soft blankets and the coffee bar. We found everything that we needed in the kitchen and enjoyed the back yard. The house was very clean and well-stocked. Thank you for providing everything that we needed and more! We will be back.
We spent one night here after attending the Birds in Art exhibit at the Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum in Wausau (great show!). We didn't arrive until well after dark, but it was relatively easy to find if you pay attention to the house signs. Easy to access, well stocked, comfortable beds, big kitchen table, coffee in the morning. Everything was great - we would definitely stay here again.
This home was even cuter in person than in the pictures! It was very easy to check in/check out and there was enough space for our family of 5. The kids liked having their own rooms and played with some of the board games. They also had fun exploring the woods. It was very close to the location where we went skiing, so it was an easy commute to and from.
We were in town for an event and we all wanted to stay together and this accommodation was just great
Owner was expedient with their responses and it was very clean!
Thank you
gina a.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
About the host
Hosted by Beulah Martin
Why they chose this property
Here is a list of things we provide for your stay! Kitchen supplies: Several sizes of kettles Cooking pot and tea kettle 2- 9×13 glass baking pans 1- 8×8 glass baking pan Two sizes of skillets Pizza pans/cookie sheets Crock pot Popcorn maker Cooking utensils Toaster Serving/mixing bowls Electric skillet Measuring cups and spoons Water pitcher and cups cheese/ veggie shredder Colander Cutting boards/knife set Can/jar opener Plates/drinking cups/silverware Some disposable table wear Plastic cups and bowls A few common spices Salt, pepper, oil Keurig with selection of pods, (including hot chocolate pods) Sugar and creamer for coffee 12 cup coffee pot and filters, coffee grinds available Coffee mugs Dish rags and towels Hot pads Aluminum foil and plastic wrap
Bedrooms and bathroom: First Aid kit Extra blankets for each bed, in the closets. Box fans Bedding for the couch, if you want to sleep an extra person there Bath towels, hand towels, and washcloths Arm & Hammer body wash/shampoo/conditioner combo in the showers Hairdryer Ironing board and iron A few alarm clocks A few nightlights
Indoor games: Foosball Toys for kids ( blocks, ice cream stand, cars, etc.) Blokus, Taboo, Spot it, a puzzle, and more
Outdoor: 2 patio chairs on covered porch Grill and utensils with propane tank provided on covered porch Picnic table (a table cloth is in cupboard by oven) campfire pit Firewood- (after first the 2 free bundles, it is $5 per bundle) In the winter a snow shovel is provided, as well as ice melt for walkways In the shed: A few balls, stroller and ride on toy Newspaper and lighter for campfire 4 lawn chairs Ladder ball
Languages:
English
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