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Summer Escape on Gilmore Lake! Dock, Fire Pit, & AC

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Cedar Lakehouse on Gilmore Lake
Living room and fireplace
Dock and sandy lake bottom
Firepit area
Cedar Lakhouse on Gilmore Lake

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Lake Tomahawk, WI
  • Place, Gilmore Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Sureshot Lake
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Hasbrook Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Other Space 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Summer Escape on Gilmore Lake! Dock, Fire Pit, & AC

Discover Northern Wisconsin at this cedar‑wrapped cabin on a 300‑acre lake. Built in 2010, The Cedar Lakehouse blends rustic charm with modern comfort, featuring three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a walkout family room, and a screened porch overlooking the water. The cabin and lake combine perfectly for makin’ memories with family and friends.

Step outside to enjoy four kayaks, a pedal boat, a private dock, and a fire pit for evenings under the stars. Inside, relax by the fireplace in a soaring cedar‑lined living room with floor‑to‑ceiling windows, or cook in the fully equipped kitchen and grill on the Weber.

Year‑round adventure awaits: boating and swimming in summer, snowmobiling and ice fishing in winter, and brilliant fall colors that light up the shoreline. Whether gathering with family or friends, The Cedar Lakehouse offers the perfect Northwoods escape where memories are made.

WHERE YOU'LL SLEEP:
Main Level Bedroom #1 - King Bed
Main Level Bedroom #2 - Queen Bed
Lower-Level Bedroom #3 - Two Twin Beds

NO PETS:
We kindly ask that all guests respect our no-pet policy, which includes emotional support animals. To help us maintain a comfortable and allergy-safe environment for everyone, pets are not permitted at this home. Bringing a pet to the property will result in a $1,000 fee, and the reservation may need to be canceled, requiring guests to vacate the home immediately and without any refund. We truly appreciate your understanding and cooperation in helping us keep the space enjoyable for all visitors.

LAKES:
Enjoy the pleasures of a north-woods lake from “the dock,” the center of family fun, where people gather to fish, swim, watch the loons, or launch the boat (a new aluminum dock was installed in the spring of 2019). At 314 acres and 24 feet at its deepest, Gilmore Lake is noted for its great fishing. Fish species include Musky, Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, and Walleye. Accessible via a public boat landing on County Road E, the lake offers ample space for recreational boating and paddling.

THE AREA:
Explore the greater Northern Wisconsin’s “Lake Country” within minutes of the cabin. The Cedar Lakehouse is centrally located to the attractions and communities that define being “up north.” You will find shopping, dining, and attractions in Minocqua, 18 minutes away, and in St. Germain, just 12 minutes away. Lake Tomahawk has a popular meat market to prepare for that evening meal on the lake.

BOOKING REQUIREMENTS:
Summer 2026: Booking 7 Night Stays (Saturday to Saturday) in the Summer
Shorter stays and flexible check-in and check-out days are permitted for the rest of the year.

ABOUT YOUR HOST:
At Vacation Rental Collective (VRC), we are a professional management company that takes pride in delivering a consistent, high-quality experience across all of our homes. The Vacation Rental Collective difference means that when you stay with us, you can always expect:
• Locally owned & operated service with a personal touch and insider knowledge of the area
• 24/7 guest communication if anything arises during your stay
• Lightning-fast response times whenever you need assistance
• Professionally cleaned and maintained properties for comfort and peace of mind
• Inspected before each arrival to ensure every detail is guest-ready

Oneida Cty TRH permit: 1800698
Oneida Cty Health license:

CANCELLATION POLICY:
At Vacation Rental Collective, we understand the importance of flexibility for travelers when it comes to cancellations. Travelers are subject to the cancellation policy applicable to the specific booking platform on which they made their reservation. Guests are encouraged to review the cancellation terms and conditions provided by the booking platform at the time of booking and familiarize themselves with the specific terms and conditions applicable to their reservation. For example, if booking through Airbnb, VRBO, , and other similar OTA sites.

When booking directly through us on our Vacation Rental Collective website a non-refundable payment of $300 is required at the time of booking. This $300 payment is applied toward the total amount due and is only refundable within 72 hours of the time of the booking is made. If your arrival date is within 30 days of booking, payment in full is required at the time of booking. Cancellations or changes to stay dates, including changes that result in a shortened stay, are not permitted within 30 days of arrival, and any such changes will result in a penalty. Cancellations or changes that are made within thirty (30) days of the arrival date, forfeit the entire reservation amount while cancellations made more than thirty (30) days in advance of your arrival only forfeit the $300 payment made at the time of booking. For reservations that are at least thirty (30) nights, the cancellation policy above increases to sixty (60) days prior to the arrival date. We do offer travel insurance.

Vacation Rental Collective has the perfect Northern Wisconsin Vacation Rental, Northwoods Cabin, Northern Wisconsin AirBnB, or Northwoods Wisconsin VRBO for your group! Whether you're snowmobiling, fishing, boating, ATVing, or hiking, VRC has your perfect lodging accommodations.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4455197vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Lake Tomahawk

Lake Tomahawk is home to this holiday home. Elmer's Fun Park and St. Germain Golf 9 Hole are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kemp Natural Resources Station and Gilmore Lake. Campanile Center for the Arts and Rock Falls Riding Stable LLC are also worth visiting.
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Lake Tomahawk, WI

What's nearby

  • Gilmore Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Sureshot Lake - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Hasbrook Lake - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Little Saint Germain Lake - 8 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Lake of the Torches Casino - 30 min drive - 43.8 km

Getting around

  • Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪DJ's Northwood's Family Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Timbers Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Pine Knot Tavern - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Thunderbird Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Ohde’s Tiki Bar - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Summer Escape on Gilmore Lake! Dock, Fire Pit, & AC pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Summer Escape on Gilmore Lake! Dock, Fire Pit, & AC?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Summer Escape on Gilmore Lake! Dock, Fire Pit, & AC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Summer Escape on Gilmore Lake! Dock, Fire Pit, & AC?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Summer Escape on Gilmore Lake! Dock, Fire Pit, & AC located?

Situated in Lake Tomahawk, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Gilmore Lake and Sureshot Lake. Hasbrook Lake and Buffalo Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy house, clean and well appointed. Outdoor area and screen porch were a plus. Great trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept, 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad you enjoyed the cozy, well-appointed home and the outdoor spaces. Wonderful to hear your trip was great—we’d love to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, it had everything we needed. The much needed WiFi worked great to stay in contact since none of us had great cell reception there. Description is accurate and the views are breathtaking.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re so glad to hear the property had everything you needed and that the WiFi helped keep you connected. It’s wonderful to know you enjoyed the accurate listing and those breathtaking views. We’d love to welcome you back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

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

Lake vacation

Great lake property with good resteraunts nearby
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug, 2024
Thanks for taking the time to review our property, and especially for staying with us! Glad to hear you enjoyed our cabin on Gilmore Lake. And yes, the restaurants in the area are wonderful. Hope to see you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

steven k.

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

Beautiful lakehouse

Awesome place but terrible fishing
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun, 2025
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the place and had a great experience overall. We're sorry the fishing didn’t meet your expectations—conditions can vary with the seasons, weather, and other natural factors, and we understand how disappointing that can be. We appreciate you sharing your thoughts and hope you'll visit again—whether it's for the scenery, the peace and quiet, or maybe even to give the fishing another shot under different conditions!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

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

Beautiful house in a great location

Perfect house for a family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2020
Patrick, thanks so much for your review. Glad you and the family enjoyed the cabin and Gilmore Lake! I understand the fishing was pretty good for the kids, which adds to the fun. Thanks again and hope you consider us for next summer! Eric
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rita W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely fantastic. Great swimming and ksyaking. We rented a pontoon. Not great fishing. Lots to do in the area. Friendly neighbors. Place was very nice . Loved sitting in screened in porch at night. Great for dinners
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept, 2025
Thank you for your kind review! We’re so glad you had such a fantastic time—enjoying the swimming, kayaking, pontoon rental, and evenings on the screened-in porch. It’s wonderful to hear you found plenty to do in the area and enjoyed the friendly atmosphere. We’d love to welcome you back for another stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Extremely clean, well kept cabin

Its a great place to stay, and is in a central location for a trip in the northwoods. Would 100% recommend and plan on coming back in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Feb, 2021
John, thanks so much for your recommendation. It means a lot to us. I'm glad you enjoyed the cabin and the surrounding area. We look forward to hosting you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

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

Great Family Get Away

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Cedar lake house. Everything was neat and clean and the amenities were great. We really enjoyed the fire pit. We made some great meals at the properties and also enjoyed some very good restaurants near by.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug, 2023
Thanks so much for your kind review! We're glad you enjoyed the cabin and the fire pit overlooking the lake. Yes, there are some wonderful restaurants in the area. We're always finding new ones when we go up! Thanks again and see you next year! Eric
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jake T.

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

Fantastic house and owner

House was spotless, well appointed on a beautiful lake. Close to snowmobile trails We loved everything about it. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Feb, 2025
Thanks so much for your review. Glad to hear you enjoyed the cabin and had time for a little fun in the snow! Lots of things to do in the area all year long. Thanks again and we hope to hear from you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patty S.

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

Wonderful cabin

The cabin was perfect for our family. The location is great; just a short drive to several cities. We loved sitting down on the dock and watching the loons. Our granddaughter had a blast catching fish.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug, 2024
Patty, thanks so much for taking the time to write a review. Much appreciated! Yes, I love listening to the loons late at night. Their call is haunting, and it always makes sitting around the campfire that much more enjoyable. My grandkids enjoy fishing off the dock too. Lots of great pictures of their "catch of the day!" Thanks again for staying with us. See you next year! Eric
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula H.

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

Great Property

Our week at Gilmore lake was wonderful. The cabin is prefect for our family, the lake beautiful, and the fire pit enjoyed every day of our stay. We all look forward to returning!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug, 2023
Happy to hear you enjoyed your stay, Paula! Yes, the lake is beautiful all year round, but especially this time of year. The campfire overlooking the lake makes for the perfect evening. We look forward to hearing from you next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

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

Winter getaway

Beautiful home on the lake,location was perfect for our snowmobile trip. House comes with everything you would need and plus more. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Mar, 2023
Mark, thanks so much for your nice review. Glad to hear you had a good time snowmobiling and enjoyed our cabin. I heard we had about 11" of snow just before you came! We look forward to hearing from you again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad H.

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

Amazing property and owner

Great! I would recommend this place to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2020
Thanks, Brad! I'm glad you enjoyed your stay. I also hope you enjoyed snowmobiling the great trails by Gilmore Lake!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie C.

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

Excellent Place Up North

We had a great time. House has everything you need! Very clean and right on the water.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jun, 2021
Natalie, thanks so much for staying us and for the nice review. Glad to hear you had a good time! I hope you had the chance to get out on the lake in the kayaks. My wife and I did that the last trip up. The lake was like glass that day so it was a lot of fun! Thanks again, Eric.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Beautiful property!

We have stayed at this property for several years now! Beautiful property & well maintained and supplied great! GREAT fishing 🎣 and loved watching the Eagle 🦅 outside our window!! Gorgeous view of lake!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May, 2023
Thanks so much for staying with us again, Laura! Glad to hear you had some luck fishing. My grandson caught a 35-inch muskie just last week. Yes, it's fun to watch the eagles over the lake and they do occasionally land in the tree outside the living room window! Hope to see you again next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K.

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

Wonderful family time at Gilmore Lake

This house is comfortable and well-equipped. The lake is quiet and is centrally located to town(s) if you get cabin fever.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul, 2022
Melissa, we're happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay. And thank you for already reserving your stay for next year! Gilmore Lake will be waiting for more good times!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula H.

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

Perfect Vacation

We had another (our third) wonderful vacation week at the Cedar Lakehouse. It has everything you could want in a Wisconsin lake property. Fishing, boating, ATV, campfire, shopping, supper clubs, etc. Will be back next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul, 2024
Paula, thanks for your nice review. And thanks especially for coming back for your third year! I think your list of cabin features is perfect. I could not have said it better. See you next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cj m.

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

Winter snowmobiling

We all enjoyed our stay in your beautiful “up north “ cabin. It had everything we needed and was a great location. The only thing missing was snow!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Feb, 2024
So glad that you enjoyed your stay at the Cedar Lakehouse! Sorry about the lack of snow; hopefully that will correct itself soon. In the meantime, my son has had some luck ice fishing on the lake. Thanks again for the nice review and hope to see you back next year! Eric
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg B.

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

Amazing Property

I cannot say enough how great our stay was. We didn’t want to leave. The interaction with the owner was my best experience ever. Cannot wait to visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul, 2022
Thanks for the nice review, Greg. It was a pleasure talking to you as well. I'm glad you enjoyed our cabin in the north woods and look forward to seeing you again next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karan B.

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

Great Location, Great House, Great Host

A well spent weekend with family and friends. The location and house are great. On top of that the Host, Eric, was absolutely fantastic. He answered all our questions promptly and made sure our stay was wonderful. Will definitely rent this cabin again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Oct, 2020
Karan, I'm glad to hear you and your friends and family enjoyed the cabin! I hope you enjoyed the fall colors on the lake as well. I was happy to help you with your questions. And we'd be happy to have you back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

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

Great Experience

We could not have asked for a better experience. It was extremely clean and communication with owner was very easy. Awesome place!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept, 2021
Paul, I'm happy to hear you enjoyed your stay at The Cedar Lakehouse! We were up this weekend and the colors are starting to change. Should be pretty! Thanks so much for staying with us and hope to hear from you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Fantastic getaway cabin

Gorgeous place! Fishing 🎣 us excellent. They have a fantastic beautiful home on lake Gilmore! They have everything you’d need for your stay! Highly recommend!! Thanks for opening your beautiful home, may your family be blessed!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May, 2021
Thanks so much for staying with us and for the nice review! I'm glad fishing was good. We got the dock in early this year and I'm sure our grandkids are anxious to try their luck. Best wishes and we hope to hear from you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Gilmore Lake house 🏡

The property/House are beautiful! The home is very well supplied, Great Lake views! Large pier for 🚤 And the fishing 🎣 is always been great each yr. We’ve stayed here. Many Eagles. Excellent place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May, 2022
Laura, thanks so much for staying with us again. Great to have you back! Good to hear the fishing was good and you saw some eagles, which is always exciting. My wife was up over the Memorial Day weekend and said the fishing was great. Hope to see you again next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Up North

Great house situated on a beautiful lake, easy access to activities in the Northwoods and on the lake
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug, 2021
We're happy to hear that you enjoyed the cabin and Gilmore Lake! Not sure if you had a chance to go to the Snowshoe Baseball game in Lake Tomahawk, but our family went and it's quite a hoot! Thanks again for staying with us! Hope to hear from you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim L.

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

Wonderful Vacation at The Cedar Lakehouse!!

The Cedar Lakehouse was the perfect location for our vacation this year. It is a beautiful home— clean and accommodating. The house had everything we needed— from the perfectly stocked kitchen to the available kayaks and paddle boat. Our family was very happy at The Cedar Lakehouse.We cannot say enough wonderful things about our property manager, Shane. He was responsive, informative and kind. He went above and beyond to make our stay special.The Cedar Lakehouse is the perfect northern Wisconsin getaway. We hope to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug, 2025
Thank you so much for your glowing review! We’re thrilled to hear that The Cedar Lakehouse was the perfect getaway for your family and that you enjoyed the beautiful home and all its amenities. Shane will be delighted to hear your kind words—he truly cares about making every stay special. We look forward to welcoming you back to northern Wisconsin anytime!

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