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Stepaway Vacation Rentals- Skipping Stone

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A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, white cabinetry, and a large window providing natural light.
A modern kitchen with wooden accents, stainless steel appliances, and a view to the outside.
A spacious living room with a large sectional sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a ceiling fan. There is a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor deck.
A deck with blue cushioned seating overlooking a lake surrounded by trees.
A two-story cabin with a deck, surrounded by a forest.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Perched on the lake, this vacation home features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, accommodating 6 guests. Enjoy water views while birdwatching or tubing nearby. The patio offers outdoor relaxation. The property is pet-friendly and located near attractions like the Rock Falls Riding Stable LLC and Dr. Kate Museum.

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends

    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.

  • 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.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Waterpark access
  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio
  • Internet
  • Air-conditioning
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Arbor Vitae, WI
  • Place, Towanda Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Minocqua Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake of the Torches Casino
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Other Space 1

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Stepaway Vacation Rentals- Skipping Stone

Welcome to Skipping Stone vacation home, nestled on the shore of Towanda Lake. This beautiful home has three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and plenty of space to spread out and enjoy a relaxing vacation on the lake! An open-concept living room and kitchen are bathed in light from lake-facing windows.

Enjoy cooking in a newly renovated kitchen with a plethora of countertops, prep space and all of the amenities you need to feel right at home. The kitchen is equipped with a dishwasher, a Keurig coffee maker, gas range, beverage cooler, and offers all the bells and whistles! A dining area is right off the kitchen with spectacular views of the lake! Guests can also gather on the deck, a great space to relax after a day on the water. Whether you're sipping your morning coffee or your evening cocktail , this is peaceful living at its finest.

The main level bedroom hosts a king bed while bedroom #2 has two twin beds and the lower level bedroom #3 has a queen bed. The walk out basement leads you right to the lake! A gas grill and private fire pit add to the "Up North" feel. Make sure you bring your pup along as Skipping Stone is dog friendly for an additional fee. Towanda Lake is great for fishing and has incredible zero-depth sandy frontage. The property is easily located just off Hwy 51 and situated on a dead-end road with minimal traffic.
This property sits close to the snowmobile trails! Reserve this lovely home at Stepaway Vacation Rentals!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 9:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9964906
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

Woodruff

Located in Woodruff, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Towanda Lake and Brandy Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Rock Falls Riding Stable LLC and Campanile Center for the Arts. Holiday Acres and George W. Brown Jr. Ojibwe Museum and Cultural Center are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating.
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Arbor Vitae, WI

What's nearby

  • Towanda Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Minocqua Lake - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Tomahawk Lake - 12 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Lake of the Torches Casino - 21 min drive - 29.3 km
  • Minocqua Winter Park and Nordic Center - 30 min drive - 26.7 km

Getting around

  • Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KWIK TRIP #588 - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fritz's Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Popeye's - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stepaway Vacation Rentals- Skipping Stone pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Stepaway Vacation Rentals- Skipping Stone?

As of 19 Sept, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stepaway Vacation Rentals- Skipping Stone on 30 Nov, 2026 start from S$2,135, 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 Stepaway Vacation Rentals- Skipping Stone?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stepaway Vacation Rentals- Skipping Stone?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stepaway Vacation Rentals- Skipping Stone?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Stepaway Vacation Rentals- Skipping Stone located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Towanda Lake and within 3 mi (5 km) of Rock Falls Riding Stable LLC and Brandy Lake. Arrowhead Lake and Little Spider Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 13 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Well stocked kitchen, very relaxing. Get place for families. Not swimming beach, but can get out in bay to use water. The management company didn't return text or phone calls
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Skipping Stone

We enjoyed the stay very much. The kids had fun fishing, kayaking and watching the deer, eagles and other wildlife. Being close to the Minocqua zoo was a plus. Bad Bones and Era's were great dining choices.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul, 2025
Hi Ben, Thank you so much for staying with us. We are happy to hear you guys enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous lake house!

A beautiful home with everything you would need and more! The view from the deck was spectacular and we loved listening to the loons, watching eagles fly by and deer everywhere! This house is minutes away from everything! A great location!
Back of house and yard
Peaceful evening lake view
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home has been updated and very clean. Pac Man game was enjoyed by all.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug, 2025
Thank you for staying with us! We are happy to hear you and your family had a wonderful stay! Please come back and stay with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet lake but close to town

Wonderful stay at this quiet lake and friendly neighborhood that was close enough to town for activities. Fished, took a UTV ride, had a campfire, sat on the deck with coffee in the morning, took walks and enjoyed local shopping. All of our pets loved the large yard to run and shallow waters to play in.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug, 2024
Thank you so much for staying with us. We are happy to hear you guys enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Rare Family Get together

With a busy family of Working and college-age kids, this was the only 5-day stretch we all be at the same place at the same time. Skipping Stone did not disappoint. Peaceful and right on a beautiful lake it was just what we needed. Also, the proximity to Minocqua was so convenient. Thanks for such a clean and beautiful place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jul, 2024
Thank you so much for booking with us. We have very happy with the feedback. We are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay. Hope to see you guys come back!
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10/10 Excellent

Great Vacation!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great time here. The house was spotless, and we could tell the kitchen, bathroom, and deck had been recently updated. The view from the deck was amazing. The location was almost perfect; we were close enough to town for anything we needed but far enough away that it was very quiet. Thanks for such a great place to enjoy our vacation!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Skipping Stone doesn't overlook details

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Along with our two dogs, we stayed with longtime friends early July at Skipping Stone. The property was very clean, and we were impressed with the very well-equipped kitchen, filtered water pitcher, the oscillating fans and child gate that kept our dogs restricted to the upper floor. There was plenty of seating inside and out, with a wonderful deck looming over the lake that was perfect for sunsets and allowing our oldest dog outside access without constantly keeping an eye on him.While the lake was very quiet, we were a little surprised to see lily pads surrounding the dock and stretching into the bay on our left to the south, since online images didn’t show any. That kept us from enjoying the water as much as we would like, but they did keep the few boats and other watercraft away from the property and the smell of the flowers opening was very enjoyable.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family group (ages 10-72 and our dog) enjoyed our stay overall. We chose this house because it is close to bike trails, pet friendly, and on the lake. Positives:Great location! Close to the main road but quiet and feels very secluded. Clean and comfortable.Well stocked kitchen.Awesome deck and large private yard.Peddle boat was a hit with the kids! Negatives:Guests are not able to use the washer and dryer.The lake water is very clear, but weedy and full of lily pads. This would make it tough for anyone wanting to swim. We had unseasonably cool weather for August so it worked out that we did not need to swim off the dock. Overall we enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2025
Thank you so much for staying with us! We are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing clean space

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The property was will maintained inside and out. It was very clean and had all the necessary kitchen equipment to prepare food.The views were wonderful of the lake. It was great waking up to the lake views. Easy access to the pier; plenty of space in front of garage to park car.We saw deer and also a beaver who chopped down a sapling and carried down the lake.Shops were close by; we enjoyed eating at the Fin and Filet and enjoyed the ice cream at Dan’s Fudge
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct, 2024
Thank so much for booking with us! We hope you guys come again!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Wonderful week

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We really enjoyed our stay. Sleeping arrangements for a family of four were beyond our needs. Everything we needed, especially in the kitchen was available. The living room and kitchen area provided a perfect end of the night experience for us. The place was incredibly clean. The views were incredibleThe inability to swim right off the dock was the ONLY downfall for us. But the hosts were gracious to allow us to use their dock for our boat that allowed us to get out into swimming water.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful views and close to everything

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was our 2nd year coming here and it was just as memorable as the first! The views and nature right out the window are wonderful plus you are a short drive from everything!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

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