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Wood Haven Lodge/Pets/Nelson Lake/Pontoon Rental

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A log cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden staircase, and a television in the living area.
A log cabin with a stone roof, surrounded by trees and a gravel driveway.
A sunset over a calm lake with a dock and boats.
A log cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden walls, a TV, and a dining area.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a wooden dining table with chairs, and a window with a view of greenery.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Nelson Lake

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Hayward, WI
  • Place, Nelson Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hayward Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Round Lake
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Living Room Sofa Sleeper--Twin

1 Single Bed

Loft Bunk Room (Sleeps 4 in 2 bunk sets)

2 Single Bunk Beds

Loft Queen Room

1 Queen Bed

Lower Level Queen (new addition to lower level)

1 Queen Bed

Lower Level Queen Room

1 Queen Bed

Main Floor Master Bedroom and Private Bath

1 Queen Bed

Open Loft Area--Log Day Bed/Trundle

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms

Loft Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Lower Level Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Main Floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bedroom Executive Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Hayward

Located in Hayward, this cabin is on the waterfront. Hayward Golf Club and HookStone Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit National Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame and Museum and Wilderness Walk Zoo and Recreation Park. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging.
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Hayward, WI

What's nearby

  • Nelson Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Hayward Lake - 9 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Round Lake - 19 min drive - 26.9 km
  • Grindstone Lake - 20 min drive - 25.9 km
  • American Birkebeiner Trail - 21 min drive - 21.9 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Louie's Bar And Bites - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Coop's Pizza - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Angler's Bar & Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wild River Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wood Haven Lodge/Pets/Nelson Lake/Pontoon Rental pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Wood Haven Lodge/Pets/Nelson Lake/Pontoon Rental?

As of 23 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wood Haven Lodge/Pets/Nelson Lake/Pontoon Rental on 10 Apr 2027 start from £1,963, 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 Wood Haven Lodge/Pets/Nelson Lake/Pontoon Rental?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Wood Haven Lodge/Pets/Nelson Lake/Pontoon Rental?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Wood Haven Lodge/Pets/Nelson Lake/Pontoon Rental?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Wood Haven Lodge/Pets/Nelson Lake/Pontoon Rental located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from Nelson Lake and within 3 mi (5 km) of Smith Lake and Totagatic Wildlife Area. Eytcheson Park is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 119 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 119 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 119 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 119 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 119 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Met and exceeded our expectations!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was very clean. Martha was very communicative. The lake was lovely, though no view from the home, which mattered to us as the stairs were a lot for some in our party. Plenty of fish in the lake which was fun for our kids. Well stocked kitchen and space to cook. We rented the pontoon which made it easier to enjoy the lake. We would have appreciated more seating, and more comfortable seating, for unwinding. The lower level family room was virtually unusable as it was so very cold. While we appreciated that there was AC, it didn't cool the upstairs bedrooms and loft and the basement was a walk-in cooler / freezer. The main level was a comfortable temperature but, again, short on seating for our 10 guests. If you're mainly making use of the main floor master and stairs or lake view aren't important to you, this will do very nicely.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2026
Glad everyone liked the lake and fishing. So sorry to hear you weren’t comfortable with the lodge temperature. There is comfortable seating in the lodge for our families/groups, many this year with 13-14 guests. With the extreme fluctuations in weather this year, it does require the adjustment of vents. When we contacted you Monday morning and then Wednesday also, you didn’t indicate any issues. We would have been happy to help.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful cabin!

Very quiet neighborhood, cabin was extremely clean and comfortable. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property. House has everything you could need, including a well stocked kitchen and large grill with grilling accessories.Martha and Dennis are great hosts and very responsive!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a getaway! The kids caught plenty of fish off the dock and had a lot of fun playing at the beach area. We rented the pontoon which was very clean and everything worked great. Cabin was fully stocked and clean (high chair, bed rails, pack and play for the littles) and great communication with hosts. Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful

Beautiful craftsmanship throughout the home. Very clean and has absolutely everything you need for an extremely comfortable stay. We loved this place! Definitely the top choice for a Hayward stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Woodhaven lodge

We had a great time and we love the cabin, It’s location and how accommodating the owners are to us. We will definitely come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

This place is awesome!

I traveled to this property with my wife, kids, and dog and we had a wonderful time, it is beautiful, very very well taken care of and every detail was thought of by Martha and her family!!! I very much hope to be back soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer Vacation 2023

We had an amazing time!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family lake house

The house was a perfect fit for our family of 10. We really enjoyed all the nice things Martha provided to make the stay very comfortable.The pontoon was a a great way to get the whole family out on the lake for fishing or an evening cruise. We made some wonderful memories! Thank you Martha and Dennis
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home! This house has everything you could possibly need! Caught plenty of fish off the dock. Home owners are so easy to work with and so, so kind! Martha responds quickly and makes sure you have all needs taken care of!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time at Wood Haven. We brought our pups and enjoyed a chilly Memorial Day on and off the lake. We had great luck catching bass of all sizes, loads of panfish and a couple northern pikes too! We rented the pontoon with the cabin and brought our boat too. Both fit on the dock perfectly. We 10/10 recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Xmas fun

Great time. Worked perfectly
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Cabin!

Everything was exactly as described or better, very clean! Everything was in good working order, communication with host was as good as it gets! Close to everything you might need but far enough away to feel secluded. My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and hope to come back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property. Can't think of a thing the house didn't have readily available. Kids enjoyed fishing every day, and then spent all their cash at the bait shop and candy store in Hayward. The Fishing Hall of Fame and mini golf were great diversions when it was a little too windy for fishing or paddling. Excellent communication with the host throughout. Highly recommend this property for a wonderful lakeside retreat.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Annual Family Reunion - First Visit to Nelson Lake

The property was perfect! Martha, the owner has thought of everything. We have never stayed at a home so well thought out, every time we thought “I wish I had brought…” a quick search and we found it. It is a beautiful lake home with a nice, easy, and short walk to the lake. Everything about our week was wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family fun

Loved the home, everything you needed and more was provided. We caught tons of fish, enough for two fish fries for 13 hungry folks and took some home. Our dog went swimming three times and the kids did 4 times but end of the week was pretty cool 60's for swimming. Great owner nearby to fix or bring anything needed or ask questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wood Haven Lodge. On Nelson Lake, Hayward

Martha and Dennis were amazing host.The Lodge had endless amenities set up by Martha. The house was spotless, the beds were so comfortable, and kitchen is well stocked with quality dishes and cookware.Our weather was prefect all week for fishing in the morning (even the 3 yr old caught a fish), swimming and tubing in the afternoon, and grilling and s’mores in the evening. We couldn’t be more pleased about the enjoyable fire pit area. The extra chairs for adults and little kiddos was a big plus for a large family.The children are enjoying the gifts they received during our stay. (made from Martha’s photography projects) and the adults enjoyed the gift of coffee from Wood Haven Lodge. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Three Generation Long Holiday Weekend Stay

Martha Brauer was a very welcoming host, even for our dogs - supplying dog dishes, a kennel and clean up supplies. The kitchen was well equipped with quality dishware, eating utensils, pots and pans. There was even an extra refrigerator in the laundry room. We appreciated how clean and organized everything was. There were detailed descriptions on what to do with the bed and bath linens on our departure. The location of the home was very convenient and the nice dock was easily accessible. We highly recommend this VRBO and hope to return next year!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house in a great location

If you're looking for convenience to Hayward, access to easy fishing and an easy drive to everything the areas has to offer, this is the perfect house. Plenty of room for adults and kids, and everything you need for your stay. I rented with a group of adults for the Chequamegon bike fest and it's proximity to Hayward and Cable, and it was great. Five minute to downtown Hayward, easy access to trails and lakes. We threw some casts in the water when we had a moment to spare and caught two northern. Not too shabby and made the stay that much better knowing we didn't have to spend time with a canoe or boat. Martha was great to work with and is an excellent communicator. Could not ask for more!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Annual Hayward New Year Trip 2022-2023

This property was just as nice and charming as the owners. We loved our stay at The Lodge. The Home is absolutely beautiful, clean, and well stocked. Nothing was spared and everything was considered. Everything was in working order. Martha and Dennis are very responsive, accomodating, and the property is very well managed. This was our yearly New Year family snowmobile trip. We shared the home with another family and found that it had more than enough room for all of us (including 2 dogs). The property was just as described, and even more peaceful than we could have dreamed. Our hosts were great and very quick to respond. Thank you Martha and Dennis for another great New Year family getaway! We look forward to coming back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best Place to Get Snowed In!

My husband and I just spent the long Thanksgiving weekend at Wood Haven Lodge with my two sisters and their husbands and I can't even begin to tell you how fantastic it was. With three separate levels, each having its own bedroom (or two!) and bath, it was wonderful for each couple to have their own space. However, we spent most of our time together in the ultra-cozy main-level family room, cooking in the amazingly well-equipped kitchen, while listening to music with the woodburning fireplace going nearly all day every day. There's also a second living space in the lower level with a gas fireplace and giant TV, so IF there had been kids involved, they would have had their own space to hang, too. Martha and Dennis could not have been better hosts! They are close by and highly attentive, without hovering. Super friendly and a delight to get to know. When the snow storm hit later that weekend, Dennis was out plowing and shoveling out our cars before we were barely out of bed! And then, when my car wouldn't start after the below zero night, he cheerfully gave it the jump start it needed. I honestly don't know what we would have done without them close by. Every inch of this lovely lodge is beautifully appointed. North woodsy touches, without being too kitchy. The beds are comfortable with cozy flannel sheets and the lucky person or couple who gets the Master Suite will enjoy another fireplace and private ensuite master bath. The backdrop of the woods outside through the large windows overlooking the lake, with the freshly fallen snow, was breathtaking. An added bonus was having the Four Seasons Supper Club and Resort within walking distance (less than a block) when we didn't feel like cooking. The owners currently live on premises, so they were able to open even during the storm. More delightful people to meet and excellent food in the restaurant and bar. If you're looking for a perfect place to spend some quality winter time, this is your spot!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The lodge was beautifully furnished and had everything we could want. The main living space was a bit small for our group but we easily managed. Martha and Dennis were terrific hosts and always willing to help with any issues. I highly recommend this location. Be sure to rent the boat along with your stay. The fishing was out of this world!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Woodhaven Lodge

This is a beautiful cabin! It has all the amenities you would need. Bring your own food and you're good to go. There was a picture of the lake included with all the pictures, but the reality is that you cannot see the lake from the cabin. There is a path that takes you to the lake, but beautiful once you get down there. The cabin itself is surrounded by trees. We had the pontoon booked from the owners but last minute, it was not available. The owners took charge and found us another pontoon which was nearby and easy to pick up and return.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful and clean!

This home had the perfect “north woods” feel we were looking for while also being SO clean and organized. Everything was easy to use. The kitchen was super stocked with anything you would need. The attention to detail was beyond expectations. It felt very private and peaceful. Just the perfect spot for our purposes!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
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