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Lake Front Rustic Log Cabin in the heart of Chequamegon National Forest

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Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4850 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Fireplace
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

Explore the area

Clam Lake, WI

Upper Clam Lake
‪1 min walk‬
Lower Clam Lake
Beaver Lake
‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

Lake Front Rustic Log Cabin in the heart of Chequamegon National Forest

850 square foot 2 bedroom,1 bath rustic cabin on Upper Clam Lake. Bedroom 1 has Queen bed. Bedroom 2 has twin trundle beds. Fully equipped kitchen and newly remodeled bathroom. Lake room has a wood burning fireplace with plenty of wood. Lake room also has a smart flat screen tv but only picks up 3 public tv stations. Internet is provided so you could watch your Netflix and Amazon if you have it. Verizon and US Cellular service works at the cabin. Comes with dvd player for movies. Central heat and air conditioning in cabin.Sheets and towels provided. 12 foot row boat , paddle boat, and 2 kayaks included. Cabin is 33 miles from Hayward which is a great tourist area. Many activities close by. Hiking,swimming, fishing, 4 wheeling,elk watching. Many waterfalls close by. Lake Superior is only 45 miles away. No shortage of north woods things to do. We do have a 3 night minimum stay as this enables us to not charge a cleaning fee. If you choose to stay for 7 days one night is free!! This cabin has been in our family since 1971 and it is our favorite place to be!

Property manager

Joel and Annette Hovestol

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Clam Lake

Located in Clam Lake, this cabin is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chequamegon National Forest and Upper Clam Lake.

Clam Lake, WI

What's nearby

Upper Clam Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Chequamegon National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Beaver Lake - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
Range Line Lake - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
White Bass Lake - 7 min drive - 4.8 km

Restaurants

‪Elkhorn Lodge - ‬17 min walk
‪Chippewa Tavern - ‬15 min walk
‪Deb's Y-Go-By - ‬15 min walk
‪Tail Chasers - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Front Rustic Log Cabin in the heart of Chequamegon National Forest pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake Front Rustic Log Cabin in the heart of Chequamegon National Forest?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Front Rustic Log Cabin in the heart of Chequamegon National Forest?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Lake Front Rustic Log Cabin in the heart of Chequamegon National Forest located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps away from Chequamegon National Forest and Upper Clam Lake. Little Clam Lake and Beaver Lake are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

17 Jun, 2025

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

It was a great week!

We were thrilled with our “get away” vacation. We have always loved the idea of being at a cabin, relaxing, reading a book, walking around, staring at the water, and the seemingly silly geese as they show up, walk up and then go back after a fine hunt for geese food. Quiet, peaceful, delighted in the layout, the atmosphere of peace. What more could we have asked for?

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul W.

13 Aug, 2024

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

Summer get away on Clam Lake

The cabin was in a quite place on the lake and had everything you could want. Very nicely kept place. We'd go there again

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat M.

21 Jul, 2024

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

Peaceful Paradise !

This property was a peaceful getaway. The sound of the Loons and watching the eagles nest right from the pier was a wonderful. The cabin was super clean and stocked with everything you could possibly need. A real log cabin feel.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nelda W.

2 Jul, 2023

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

Clam Lake

The cabin was larger inside than the photos made it appear. We had a great time and found everything we needed to have a relaxing stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg G.

20 Sept, 2023

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

Clam Lake

We all enjoying our stay at the property from fishing to fire pit to grilling out or simply hanging out at the cabin. We caught fish and saw a couple elk cows. All in all it was great

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie V.

25 Jul, 2023

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

Clam Lake Paradise!

We had a wonderful time at this property! It is truly a northwoods old-world Wisconsin experience - just what we were looking for. The cabin was clean, quiet, and beautifully decorated. The central air was a nice touch - although we didn't need it! The ample firewood (both indoors and out) was also much appreciated. We would love to return!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

13 Oct, 2023

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

Cozy Cabin on Clam Lake

This is our third stay in this cabin. It is clean, well equipped, and convenient. The host makes us feel welcome with a lovely note on the kitchen table. The instructions for arriving and departing are clear and concise. It is a beautiful location. We would recommend it to anyone who enjoys the beauty of the north woods.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph L.

18 Jun, 2024

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

Quiet cabin in the woods.

Very clean and well stocked cabin. There was not a single item that we needed that wasn’t found in a cabinet or a drawer. Plenty of CDs to watch, on the couple of rainy days during our stay. There was a power outlet attached to a tree near the dock to be used to recharge our boat batteries. Enjoyed the porch overlooking the lake. Only time I heard the neighbors is when they cut their grass.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jake S.

12 Aug, 2023

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

Wonderful Northwoods Cabin

Perfect up north cabin, with a fantastic lake view! We spent 4 days and enjoyed every minute. We spent time kayaking and fishing upper clam lake and nearby day lake. Did well enough to have a bluegill fish fry. We spent a day in Bayfield and toured the apostle islands. It was a quick drive from the cabin. All the local establishments had friendly and helpful staff. We took a drive down nearby Mathey Road and saw 5-6 elk standing next to the road. Overall the vacation was great and the cabin was fantastic. We enjoyed the books that gave the history of the cabin. Great personal touch that brought life and character to this place. Thanks for opening your cabin to us!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Tom F., Racine, WI

7 Oct, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great location

My wife and I were looking for a quite place in the Northwoods to spend a few days looking for waterfalls and enjoying the fall colors. For most visitors this cabin probably works just fine. For us there were just a few shortcomings when we returned for the evening. We found the bedding less than fresh and the mattresses uncomfortable. (All of the furniture is pretty dated.) There’s enough WIFI for one user or watching Net Flicks, not both. There are 3 TV channels but they are all PBS. If these things are not important to you, this cabin has everything else you need and the location is wonderful. In spite of the rain we enjoyed the area.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mike W.

5 Jun, 2024

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

A Peaceful Get Away

My wife and I enjoyed staying in this exceptionally well kept cabin. This property is very comfortable and an excellent place for recreating on a beautiful Wisconsin Northwoods lake, rain or shine. Kayaks and safety floation equipment were available (I recommend the kayaks for experience paddlers). After a sunny afternoon paddle, the early June evening sky turned grey and rainy, so instead of a fire in the outside fire ring, we put some provided logs in the fireplace in the three season porch. Just before sunset the clouds broke and we watched the sky glow pink as the sun dropped behind the jack pines across the lake, all from a comfortable couch. Though we enjoyed being on the lake for a little while, the best part for both of us was to simply read books, cook good food in the well equiped kitchen, and to experience the nature of the area (Do have bug repellent handy as spring and early summer mosquitos are very active, even in the day. The deck features bug repellent torches.) This cabin is great for couples and small families and we look forward to returning.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

12 Oct, 2024

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

Relaxing and enjoyable week

The cabin is clean and homey. Arrival and departure directions are clear and easy to follow. The trees were at their peak of color and the weather was perfect. We enjoyed having our granddaughter with us. We hiked, shopped and explored the area. Last night we saw the northern lights. They were awesome. Thank you Annette and Joel.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

8 Oct, 2022

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

Comfortable and cozy

The cabin was clean and well equipped. We were welcomed with a handmade greeting card that was so thoughtful. Instructions for opening the cabin were clear and concise and for closing it as well. The neighborhood is quiet. The view across the lake was gorgeous this year. We would gladly recommend this cabin to anyone who wants a comfortable place to stay in the Clam Lake area.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy R.

28 Sept, 2022

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

Enjoyed our stay at Clam Lake

We booked this trip to hopefully see or hear the elk and we saw a herd the first night! The cabin and location was nice and we really enjoyed the books they had regarding the history of the property.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael S., Sheboygan, Wisconsin, United States

16 Sept, 2022

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

Exceeded our expectations

From the moment we arrived at Cabin Hovestol, we felt right at home. We were even welcomed by an elk bugling in the distance nearby. We have been going on vacations in the woods for over 40 years and have never encountered a cleaner, more comfortable and more value added property than this one. The owner was congenial and responsive. The kitchen was bright, airy and well equipped and we enjoyed several meals at the charming old dining room table with a view of the lake. The bed was very comfortable and we could have left our pillows at home. The cabin was tastefully decorated, uncluttered and a good use of space. It was fascinating reading about the Hovestol family and history of the cabin. We sampled some of the area establishments, such as the Bierstube for drinks, sandwiches and a fantastic view at Garmisch Resort on Lake Namakagon, watched the Packer game at Ransom’s in Clam Lake and shopped in Hayward on a rainy day. We would have liked to try the pizza or broasted chicken at the newly renovated Chippewa Outpost in Clam Lake but ran out of time. We fished for bluegills and crappies, photographed a flock of swans, searched for elk and enjoyed a fire in the wood stove on those chilly fall days. All in all, everything about Cabin Hovestol far exceeded our expectations. We wanted for nothing and considered it a privilege to stay here.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthony P.

16 Aug, 2022

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

Family Vacation

My family enjoyed our stay at the lake.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karla S.

20 Jun, 2022

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

Cute cozy cabin

Enjoyed the view of the lake during our meals, sunsets by the fire, kayaking, my grandson enjoyed hours in the hammock. It is a very peaceful cabin, nicely decorated. I hope to return sometime. My grandson and I had a hard time leaving, we loved our stay. Friday night fish fry at Garmish was the best we had in a very long time, the Old Fashions where pretty good too :)

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caroline D., East Texas

14 Jun, 2022

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

Peaceful Haven

Beautiful and peaceful getaway. Everything was just as described. I had a friend one time in Austin TX that told me to stop telling everyone about this Fantastic taco place we had "discovered". And sure enough, within 2-3 years it went from a walk-up joint to a large restaurant with a 2 hour wait for seating. And in that spirit, there's a selfish part of me that hates leaving this review but I cannot do that to such gracious hosts. From the swans, the elk, the loon to the cabin and lake itself-simply Perfection. Fishing? Yes, we fished and did very well. But fisher friends-you'll have to mind your own bobber on that one. I will say this Texas gal out-fished a Northern guy so there is that. Reserve with confidence. We look forward to returning and are extremely grateful to Joel & Annette. We miss it already!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

10 Oct, 2021

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

North woods cabin

This cute little cabin has everything you need for comfort and entertainment. The beds felt just like home , the kitchen had more than adequate cookware, bakeware and dishes of all sizes. The walls were tastefully decorated with family pictures, artwork and ethnic pieces. I could go on and on! We loved it and felt very much at home. The welcome card was a very nice touch.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D., Janesville, WI

20 Sept, 2021

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

Amazing!

My dad and I stayed for 4 nights while in the area hunting. It was a perfect place for the two of us. Clean, accurate description, and the owners were VERY accommodating and friendly. Beautiful sunsets from the deck. We’ll be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

20 Aug, 2021

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

Amazing, relaxing, accommodating!

My husband & I had the best time staying here - gave us the r&r we needed and there is so much to do in the general area! Neighbors were nice & the owners were a dream to work with!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

24 Jul, 2021

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

Wonderful Family Vacation!

We had an absolutely amazing family vacation that will we remember forever! The cabin was clean, cute, and perfect for our family. It had everything we needed. The row boat, kayaks, grill, raft, indoor and outdoor fire and firewood, beach area, and yard games were all special "extras" that added additional fun memories. Communication was great and check-in and check-out were flawless. We could not have asked for a better experience. Thank you so much for offering your special cabin to our family so we could create memories that will last a lifetime!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ryan Z.

12 Jul, 2021

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

Exactly what a family wants and needs

My family (both extended and immediate) have been to this property multiple times. The old adage "don't mess with a good thing" couldn't be more appropriate. The Hovestol family takes immense pride in this property. Spend one visit there and you'll understand why. This is an honest to goodness "Wisconsin cabin on a lake" that has been well maintained and updated consistently over the years. The end result is the quintessential cabin feel but with many of the modern amenities we take for granted in modern homes. It should also be mentioned that this cabin is routinely cleaned from the top down which immediately sets the tone of relaxation when you first walk in. Amenities and cleanliness aside, the most important thing this cabin provides are memories. It's easy to focus on your family when your biggest questions for the day are: Who's going to catch the most blue gill? Should we walk 1 mile into town to browse the gift shop/convenience store? Do we feel like relaxing road biking or thrilling gravel forest road biking or both? Should we grill or make campfire pudgie pies for dinner? I wonder how many eagles fit in that nest? This list goes on and on... Regardless of the questions of the day, when you watch the sunset over a 5 year old who's mastered casting on her own, you realize you've made the right choices. Next summer can't come soon enough...

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle F.

11 Jul, 2021

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

Nice cabin with all the comforts of home!

The owner was very responsive.

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Martha D.

9 Jun, 2021

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

Exceptional!

This cabin exceeded our expectations. It was very clean, beautifully appointed, quiet, and convenient for putting our kayaks into the water for fishing. The communication with the hosts was perfect, and the instructions they left for us were clear and easy to follow. We enjoyed our stay very much, and we expect to return next summer if we can!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021