Enjoy summer the Northwoods way! Mornings with coffee on the screened porch, and evenings with s’mores by the fire. This updated McClain Lake house is ideal for ATV rides, fishing, or relaxing with loved ones. It features a wood-burning fireplace, two king suites, a kids’ bunk room, three full baths, and a hot tub with lake views. Whether indoors or exploring nearby trails, unforgettable memories await.
Highlights:
*Private hot tub with lake views
*5 Roku Smart TVs
*Super-fast Starlink WiFi
*Level 2 EV charger (shared)
*3-season porch with seating for 6
*Private dock (22 ft) and firepit with seating for 8
*Central heat and air conditioning
*Full coffee bar – Keurig, drip, and French press
*Cornhole, hammock swing, and board games
*Blackstone grill (shared)
*Dog-friendly – dog beds provided
*Newly renovated bathrooms (2 of 3)
*Extra-large washer and dryer
Sleeping Arrangements:
Bedroom 1 (Main Floor): King bed, en-suite bath, 50” Smart TV, ceiling fan, luggage rack
Bedroom 2 (Main Floor): Two twin beds, ceiling fan, extra blankets
Bedroom 3 (Basement): Bunk room (2 twins), 32” Smart TV, kids’ toys and retro game console
Bedroom 4 (Basement): King bed, desk, 43” Roku TV, patio doors with lake views, en-suite bath access
Runners, Bikers, and Trail Riders:
Hop on the Gravel Pit Road trailhead just 0.5 miles from the door for direct access to 300+ miles of CAMBA mountain biking, ATV, and running trails.
Fishing:
McClain Lake connects via channel to Upper Twin Lake (Class A musky water), or cast right off the dock for bass and panfish.
Swimming:
*McClain is best for floating and relaxing—not sandy-bottom swimming.
*Lily pad provided for fun off the dock
Boating:
*Public boat landing 4 minutes away.
*McClain is no-wake, but the channel takes you to Upper Twin (wake allowed 11am–5pm).
*Hungry? Pull up to Black Iron Grill via boat!
*10% off pontoon rentals with a local partner
ATV/UTV/Snowmobile Friendly:
*All roads in town are ATV routes unless marked otherwise.
*The trailhead is at the end of our road.
*There's room for 2 trailers, and the shared roundabout makes maneuvering easy.
Parking:
*Summer: 6+ vehicles
*Winter: 5 vehicles
*Steep driveway, 4WD recommended in winter, and please exercise caution during the spring melt/thaw cycles
*One EV charger spot (shared)
Good to Know:
*This listing is for the Willow House only. The cottage next door is available as well if you have a larger group. Inquire if you are interested in more details.
*Shared amenities: EV charger, canoe, parking, lily pad, and grill
*Private amenities: dock, firepit, kayaks, SUP, hot tub
AVAILABILITY
July 6th - 10th
July 13th - 15th
July 21st - 24th
August 12th - 14th
DOG POLICY:
A $100/fee/dog applies. This is a mandatory fee. To help maintain a safe and comfortable environment for all, guests bringing dogs or assistance animals must submit a request through BetterPet Passport (powered by PetScreening). PetScreening ensures that all visiting pets and animals meet our property’s guidelines. After booking, you’ll receive a link to complete the process. Thanks for your cooperation!
FAQs:
Is the dock good for boats?
Yes, it’s about 4-5ft deep at the end and 22 ft long.
What about bugs?
We treat regularly to limit spiders, ticks, and mosquitoes—though it’s still the Northwoods.
Is the grill gas or charcoal?
We provide a Blackstone gas griddle (shared with the cottage next door).
✅ This property has special local compliance requirements which include a signed rental agreement, ID verification, and a security hold of $1500 (which is not a traditional security deposit, just a pending transaction). As an optional alternative to the security hold, you may opt in to purchase a non-refundable damage waiver provided by a third-party insurance company. The optional damage waiver is $49 for stays up to 10 nights, with an additional $2 per day for stays longer than 10 nights. Damage waiver purchases are optional.
To make this process easy for you, we use a secure and very simple, app-free platform called Happy Guest. It is not an app, and you do not have to sign up for an account - it’s a safe and secure website. It also gives you a guest portal with all the info about the home and all of my favorite local spots.
If you have any questions, just message us anytime! Happy to help!