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Cozy and welcoming 1 bedroom cottage on Pickerel Lake. Sleeps 4.
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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 4420 sq ft
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Pickerel, WI
- Place, Crane Lake8 min walk
- Place, Pickerel Lake8 min walk
- Place, Potawatomi Carter Casino30 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Cozy and welcoming 1 bedroom cottage on Pickerel Lake. Sleeps 4.
Please read full description as it should answer most of your questions. Calendars are automatically updated so should reflect current availability at any time (unless of course two reservations happens to come at once).
Nostalgia meets modern conveniences. This cottage is part of an old vacation resort from the 1950's and 60's, updated with a full bathroom, complete kitchen including small appliances, and window air conditioner. This 1300 acre recreational lake is great for boating, skiing, fishing, kayaking, and canoeing. Private pier, pontoon pedal boat, 2 kayaks and 2 stand up paddle boards are available for use; adult flotation devices and a couple junior/child vests are available. Both a gas and charcoal grill are available for use.
The bedroom has a queen size bed with window seat for storage during your stay. Living area has a queen size fold out couch. The kitchen is well stocked with everything you should need during your stay, including a coffee maker, electric griddle, toaster, hand mixer and toaster oven and a few basic spices.
We love just hanging out with friends and family on the large 14 x 16 ft deck which includes a wrought iron table and chairs, a glider and extra lawn chairs - ample seating for viewing all lake activities including both sunrises and sunsets. Sit back and listen to the loons and watch the eagles soar overhead. A large fire pit for roasting marshmallows and telling ghost stories sits a couple steps from the cottage.
Don't feel like cooking? Take a short walk down the road to the Final Lap where you can get a cold drink, great pizza, chicken wings, burgers, etc. They also offer movie rentals and a place to play a couple games of pool or darts or participate in karaoke every other Saturday evening.
If you are looking for a little exercise off the water, play a round of golf at Quig's Maplewood Golf Course, or cross the highway and play a game of Pickleball at the newly finished courts.
A window air conditioner will be installed in the kitchen for those exceptionally hot and humid days. A window fan in the bedroom to pull in cool night air combined with the ceiling leaves the room cool enough for sleeping under sheets and a light blanket or quilt most nights.
For those rainy days, we have some board games to pass the time and books to read while sitting on the deck just relaxing. See what else you can find on the Community Porch.
Guests should plan to bring their own bed sheets, bath and kitchen towels (or we can include them for a small fee). Plenty of blankets and pillows are provided. A pack-and-play is available upon request. Guests will want to bring groceries with them as the closest full size grocery store is a 30 minute drive. A well stocked convenience store for last minute items is 5 miles away.
We want every guest to arrive to a clean and welcoming cottage. Guests are asked to clean and put away all dishes and take leftovers home. The owners don't live on site so guests are asked to take their trash to the local recycling center on the way out of town.
Guests with pets should consider the following house rules: 1) pets are not allowed on any furniture; 2) pets should not be left unattended in the cottage to reduce risk of damage; and 3) pet waste should be cleaned up and disposed of promptly. We have a large enough yard for dogs to play in. PLEASE be a good neighbor and ensure pets stay in our yard and off of the neighboring properties.
The cottage is cleaned with antibacterial/disinfectant cleaners between guests. Blankets are switched out between guests and all bed pillows are refreshed with clean pillow liners.
Nostalgia meets modern conveniences. This cottage is part of an old vacation resort from the 1950's and 60's, updated with a full bathroom, complete kitchen including small appliances, and window air conditioner. This 1300 acre recreational lake is great for boating, skiing, fishing, kayaking, and canoeing. Private pier, pontoon pedal boat, 2 kayaks and 2 stand up paddle boards are available for use; adult flotation devices and a couple junior/child vests are available. Both a gas and charcoal grill are available for use.
The bedroom has a queen size bed with window seat for storage during your stay. Living area has a queen size fold out couch. The kitchen is well stocked with everything you should need during your stay, including a coffee maker, electric griddle, toaster, hand mixer and toaster oven and a few basic spices.
We love just hanging out with friends and family on the large 14 x 16 ft deck which includes a wrought iron table and chairs, a glider and extra lawn chairs - ample seating for viewing all lake activities including both sunrises and sunsets. Sit back and listen to the loons and watch the eagles soar overhead. A large fire pit for roasting marshmallows and telling ghost stories sits a couple steps from the cottage.
Don't feel like cooking? Take a short walk down the road to the Final Lap where you can get a cold drink, great pizza, chicken wings, burgers, etc. They also offer movie rentals and a place to play a couple games of pool or darts or participate in karaoke every other Saturday evening.
If you are looking for a little exercise off the water, play a round of golf at Quig's Maplewood Golf Course, or cross the highway and play a game of Pickleball at the newly finished courts.
A window air conditioner will be installed in the kitchen for those exceptionally hot and humid days. A window fan in the bedroom to pull in cool night air combined with the ceiling leaves the room cool enough for sleeping under sheets and a light blanket or quilt most nights.
For those rainy days, we have some board games to pass the time and books to read while sitting on the deck just relaxing. See what else you can find on the Community Porch.
Guests should plan to bring their own bed sheets, bath and kitchen towels (or we can include them for a small fee). Plenty of blankets and pillows are provided. A pack-and-play is available upon request. Guests will want to bring groceries with them as the closest full size grocery store is a 30 minute drive. A well stocked convenience store for last minute items is 5 miles away.
We want every guest to arrive to a clean and welcoming cottage. Guests are asked to clean and put away all dishes and take leftovers home. The owners don't live on site so guests are asked to take their trash to the local recycling center on the way out of town.
Guests with pets should consider the following house rules: 1) pets are not allowed on any furniture; 2) pets should not be left unattended in the cottage to reduce risk of damage; and 3) pet waste should be cleaned up and disposed of promptly. We have a large enough yard for dogs to play in. PLEASE be a good neighbor and ensure pets stay in our yard and off of the neighboring properties.
The cottage is cleaned with antibacterial/disinfectant cleaners between guests. Blankets are switched out between guests and all bed pillows are refreshed with clean pillow liners.
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Check in after 3:00 PM
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Trash must be taken home or dropped off at recycling center, per Welcome Letter instructions
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
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This property does not have any lifts
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About the area
Pickerel
Located in Pickerel, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Crane Lake and Pickerel Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Forest County Potawatomi Historical Cultural Center and Forest County Fairground. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.

Pickerel, WI
What's nearby
- Crane Lake - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Pickerel Lake - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Lily Lake - 10 min drive - 7.2 km
- Crystal Lake - 11 min drive - 8.7 km
- Potawatomi Carter Casino - 30 min drive - 38.2 km
Restaurants
- Country Inn - 9 min drive
- Long Shots Tavern - 14 min drive
- Walleye Lodge - 18 min drive
- Final Lap - 1 min walk
- Burgt’s Last Resort - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
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
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
25 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ricardo A.
13 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ricardo A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen M.
21 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
May 2025
Kathleen M.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brian B.
30 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My stay at the Summer cottage
Brian B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
LuAnn T.
13 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to surround yourself with nature
LuAnn T.
Stayed 20 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Angela K.
4 Jun 2015
Amazing!!
Angela K.
8/10 Good
Scott S.
29 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cabin by the lake
Scott S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Whitney W.
14 Oct 2016
Lovely cabin!
Whitney W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2016
10/10 Excellent
Ann J.
7 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lakefront Beautiful Views
Ann J.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Karl T.
13 Oct 2016
Cottage by the Lake
Karl T.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2016
8/10 Good
Erik
21 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Erik
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Laurine L.
12 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfy Little Cottage
Laurine L.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lonnie H.
25 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what I needed
Lonnie H.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Johnny G.
6 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fishing trip
Johnny G.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sharon B.
10 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin
Sharon B.
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2022
8/10 Good
Ron R.
24 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful lake, but
Ron R.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Carol S.
16 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay.
Carol S.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Elaine R.
27 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Week of peace and quiet!
Elaine R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Raymond O.
8 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Pickerel Lake cabin
Raymond O.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Michelle P.
21 Jul 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice family vacation on Pickerel Lake
Michelle P.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Virginia R.
3 Jul 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect!
Virginia R.
10/10 Excellent
Ron W.
27 Jun 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and serene location
Ron W.
10/10 Excellent
Karilynn B.
15 Jun 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fishing Fun
Karilynn B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
8/10 Good
James D.
28 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and nice!
James D.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Jasmine H.
20 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing honeymoon
Jasmine H.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
About the host
Hosted by Bob & Kerry Hanko
We bought this property because for more than 30 years we have enjoyed time with our children and extended family in the area. This property allows us to continue the tradition as our family grows and we can watch our grandchildren enjoy the same experiences with cousins as our children did with theirs while growing up. We have several family and extended family members that also own cottages on the lake so the area provides a place for us to get together throughout the year.
Why they chose this property
We selected this property because it is closer to the water than almost any other property on the lake. The property was one of the original resorts on the lake in the 50's and 60's. The property has both the original office/lodge (aka Dragonfly Lodge) and one of the seasonal cottages (Summer Cottage) on the premises. Both buildings needed some updates and TLC - two challenges we were willing to face. We are still working on the Dragonfly Lodge, but the Summer Cottage is ready to share with others. I love this little cottage and could spend my entire summer sitting on the deck watching the boats, ducks and eagles going by and listening to the loons every morning and evening.
What makes this property unique
Our guests love how quiet and private this spot is. For the majority of the week, the lake is very quiet with fisherman and the occasional pontoon passing by. Saturdays have more action, but it's still pretty quiet compared to other lakes communities. They love the large deck, especially that part of it is covered providing for extra shade and keeping the cottage a bit cooler in warm weather. This cottage is the perfect size for a couple wanting to spend some time alone with enough amenities that you don't have to leave, but close enough to several places to eat, play Pickleball or a round of golf.
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