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Little Muskie Retreat on Little Muskie Lake, Canoe included! Snowmobile!

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A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a lake and surrounded by trees.
A cozy cabin-style living room with wooden walls, a fireplace, and a large window.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a chandelier, and a door with a window.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a chair, and a rug.
A two-story house with a garage and a covered porch.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Garage parking available

Explore the area

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Woodruff, WI
  • Place, Brandy Lake
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Arrowhead Lake
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake of the Torches Casino
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4 / Gameroom

1 Double Futon

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Little Muskie Retreat on Little Muskie Lake, Canoe included! Snowmobile!

Best of both worlds describes our Northwoods ranch home w/100' of sand frontage on Little Muskie Lake. Just 3-1/2 miles north of downtown Minocqua.

Enjoy a memorable Northwoods vacation at The Little Muskie Retreat in Arbor Vitae. Our lake house offers a beautiful wooded setting above 79 acre Little Muskie Lake. There are about 30 steps down to the lake. A private boat launch is available just two piers away from our private pier. There is plenty of parking for you with the horse-shoe like driveway for your vehicles and boat trailer. Curl up with a book and get cozy by the gas fireplace during the cooler months, and stream your favorite movies and shows on the flat-screen TV using the complimentary WiFi. Savor a meal and the view on the wrap around deck!

The game room has a fold out futon which is also used as a 4th bedroom. The kitchen features hickory cabinets, beautiful wood beamed ceiling in dining and open kitchen/dining with breakfast bar.

Our cabin is close to shopping, petting zoo, dining, golf and hiking/biking trails with the peace and quiet of the Northwoods. We are less than one mile from a major trail head which you can snowmobile to right from the cabin!

SNOWMOBILERS: Garage parking access for parking 6-7 sleds! Easy access to trails, less than 1 mile away.

Things to know:

Free WiFi

Full kitchen with dishwasher

Charcoal grill

3-person canoe

Central air conditioner

Game room with futon, games, TV

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
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
1 Dog under 35lbs allowed, otherwise inquire.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please put away all dishes in the dishwasher and sink.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rates based on 6 people. $15 per person per night over 6 people

Important information

You need to know

Property # 925849vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Woodruff

Located in Woodruff, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Campanile Center for the Arts and Vilas County Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at St. Germain Golf 9 Hole and Timber Ridge Golf Club. Travelling with kids? Consider Rock Falls Riding Stable LLC, or check out an event or a game at Lakeland Hawks Ice Arena. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.
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Woodruff, WI

What's nearby

  • Brandy Lake - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Arrowhead Lake - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Minocqua Park Complex - 8 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Little Saint Germain Lake - 15 min drive - 24.3 km
  • Lake of the Torches Casino - 19 min drive - 27.5 km

Getting around

  • Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KWIK TRIP #588 - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fritz's Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Bottled Bean - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Little Muskie Retreat on Little Muskie Lake, Canoe included! Snowmobile! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Little Muskie Retreat on Little Muskie Lake, Canoe included! Snowmobile!?

As of 18 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Little Muskie Retreat on Little Muskie Lake, Canoe included! Snowmobile! on 22 Oct, 2026 start from S$1,420, 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 Little Muskie Retreat on Little Muskie Lake, Canoe included! Snowmobile!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Little Muskie Retreat on Little Muskie Lake, Canoe included! Snowmobile!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Little Muskie Retreat on Little Muskie Lake, Canoe included! Snowmobile!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Little Muskie Retreat on Little Muskie Lake, Canoe included! Snowmobile! located?

This family-friendly Woodruff holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Brandy Lake and Arrowhead Lake. Rock Falls Riding Stable LLC and Dr. Kate Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property. Great view. Interior was nice and cozy! Great for families.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The bedding was clean. It was easy to make meals there. Great Lake view. Parking was easy. Convenient location for close access to town. Fire ring was great. Saw plenty of deer, eagles, and other wildlife. Caught panfish off the peer. The canoe was easy to use. Overall, very pleasant and peaceful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! While we loved the house and location there were two minor issues. One of the queen beds is very old and uncomfortable. The water is very irony. After showering the iron smell is on you. The hosts were very responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing trip, so many memories made in this place! The location was perfect --we were only minutes from anything we wanted to do, but came "home" to the secluded-in-the-woods feel, LOVED that. The views of the trees and the lake are great, one of my favorite things. There was a doe and a buck that came to visit almost every day, and we got to see a bald eagle swoop into a tree above us while we relaxed outside one afternoon. The cabin felt cozy, lived-in, and loved --perfect for letting our kids be kids, wonderful family home. When we checked in, we had a few minor issues of things that has been missed in the prior cleaning, but from start to finish, the host responded and had the issues resolved within 30 minutes. We caught fish, built a fire and made s'mores, and made multiple meals in the kitchen that had everything we needed. We are so thankful to have found this beautiful spot, and we hope to come back again and again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always enjoy Little Muskie!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was clean and well stocked, plenty of room for all of us and room for parking two trucks and trailers.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot. Clean and ready for our arrival. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great hosts and a great place to stay. Was in town to snowmobile and very easy access to gas and food from the house. Used garage to keep sleds out of weather at night. Thanks again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place to stay. Host are very welcoming and easy to get ahold of. Nice big driveway to turn around on and park. Beautiful cabin over looking lake. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very quiet relaxing home. We enjoyed our stay and the house fit our needs perfectly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Little Muskie Retreat

Great property and lovely stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Week stay at little muskie retreat

Our family had a very nice time, it was very comfortable, the lake was great and very friendly neighbors.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

Great location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice home, well maintained, private with beautiful lake view from deck!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for cozy clean cabin to stay in. The host isvery available to answer any questions you may have.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable cabin on a lovely little lake. Perfect for the canoe our hosts provided. The property is close to town as well as to a myriad of hiking and biking trails. We loved our week there.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent place

Clean, easy to work with, nice stay
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great lakefront spot!

Enjoyed the cabin and fishing and swimming off the dock and boat ride to bbq.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Little Muskie Cottage stay in July

Very spacious cottage on the lake. We enjoyed the week’s stay with beautiful weather and views.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Northwoods

Great location, close to town. Nice swim area, plenty of room for parking.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Serenity

Calming, relaxing, peaceful. Bald eagles hang out in the trees and lake, greeted us when we pulled up. Wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice home on Little Muskie Lake

Stayed in late September. The home is in very good condition, well decorated, and had above and beyond what we needed to enjoy our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place

Well-maintained, nicely-furnished and clean property that could benefit from some updating. Adrian was right on top of things with a minor problem and exhibited genuine concern for his guests. Only downsides are proximity to highway and long walk down to lake (if you are a senior or have a disability). Overall, we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Snowmobile trip

House was clean and set up perfectly for our group. Snowmobile trail was close by. Full kitchen was very useful. We would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

About the host

Hosted by Adrian & Tammi Tengler

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We grew up, and still live in Southern Wisconsin but love the Northwoods. Our family used to travel to the Minocqua area when we were kids. We have many great memories from those trips. Ever since those days we've always wanted a cabin of our own in the Minocqua area. This is our only rental property so we love it and care for it as our own home. This property is also our vacation home which we love and cherish! Because of this we expect our guests to do so as well.

What makes this property unique

We fell in love with this property because of its unique location where it is private yet only minutes from the popular downtown Minocqua area.

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