The Greenhouse. Lakefront cabin

This 3 bed 1 bath newly custom built cabin sits perched above Middle Pine Lake, nestled into a quiet hillside forest. Filled with natural light, it’s a perfect retreat into nature and a great base for exploring NW Wisconsin. Features a dock and floating dock to enjoy the lake outside and a wood-burning stove for cozy nights inside. Designed for beauty and comfort, this well-appointed, efficient cabin is the perfect place to spend a peaceful lakeside cabin getaway or a fun-filled family vacation!

This is a private cabin. We don't physically interact with guests.

Star Prairie, Wisconsin is a quiet rural community known for its scenic countryside, winding rivers, and relaxed pace of life. Surrounded by farmland, forests, and the beautiful Apple River, the area offers a peaceful setting for fishing, kayaking, hiking, and enjoying nature. Just a short drive from the Twin Cities, Star Prairie provides a perfect blend of small-town charm and outdoor recreation, making it an ideal spot for a relaxing getaway.


The Green House is a lakeside retreat in beautiful Wisconsin.
Whether you come to cozy up with your family, explore the outdoors, or enjoy the serenity of the lake, we hope this cabin becomes your home away from home.

There is a floating dock, kayak, and two paddle boards available for your use. The water is very clear and good for swimming past the lily pads. Please swim at your own risk and bring your life jackets!

We have 2 grills - one pellet grill and one Blackstone flattop plus a full kitchen. We spray the area for mosquitos and have multiple outdoor seating areas to enjoy.

Enjoy a Solo Stove near the lake and a wood-burning stove indoors on cool nights.

🔌 Technology & Cabin Amenities
Smart TV:
• Located in the living room.
• Silver Hisense remote controls TV, volume and smart TV. Small black TCL remote controls soundbar if you want to use for playing music with bluetooth.
• Use your own logins for Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, etc.
• Don’t forget to log out before you leave!

Thermostat & Heat:
• Controlled by the wall units near the utility room.
• The tall and thin Bryant remote control is for the minisplit unit which produces both A/C and heat.
• The Tekmar thermostat is for the floor heat.
• Please keep it between 65°F–72°F for comfort and to conserve energy. Please note, given all the windows and natural light in the cabin, the sun will also help keep things warm especially in the afternoon.

🔥 Using the Induction Cooktop
• Our cooktop is induction – and it’s easy! All of our pots and pans at the cabin are compatible for the cooktop. If you bring your own they need to be induction-compatible (cast iron, magnetic stainless steel).
• Simply place the cookware in the center of the cooking zone (white cross area) and turn on the corresponding dial to the level of heat you need.
• P is the highest heat level and = power boil.
• Once finished, turn the dial to the off position. The cooktop screen will indicate “H” if the cooktop is still warm. You will notice the surface cools rather quickly and is easy to clean.

Wood stove (Indoor):
• Our wood stove adds cozy warmth to the cabin and is perfect for those chilly Wisconsin nights. Please take a moment to review these safety guidelines before using it.
🚫 DO NOT USE IF YOU ARE UNFAMILIAR OR UNCOMFORTABLE
• If you’re not experienced with wood stoves or feel unsure, please do not attempt to light it. We’d rather you stay safe and use the cabin’s heating systems instead.
• Use only the dry, seasoned firewood provided (stored near the stove or on the outdoor storage rack). No trash, paper, or treated wood. Never use lighter fluid, gasoline, or any flammable liquids.
• Open the air control vent towards you (the small lever at the bottom left of the stove) to allow good airflow. Push in for a low burn.
• Place a couple of small logs and fire starter (or kindling) inside the stove.
• The handle on the back right side controls the bypass for the catalytic combustor. It should be open (or down/forward) when you start the fire. Once the wood stove heats up as indicated by the thermometer above the handle, you can close it (push up/back).
• Never leave the stove unattended while the door is open.
• Keep children at least 3 feet away from the stove at all times.
•Please make sure to pull the tv away from the wood stove vent pipe when fire is going.
• Do not place anything on top of the stove (no drying clothes, gloves, or boots).

💤 Before You Go to Bed or Leave the Cabin
• Let the fire burn down naturally—do not add new logs late at night.
• Never leave an active fire unattended overnight or when leaving the cabin.

🧯 In Case of Emergency
• A fire extinguisher is located next to the fireplace.
• A smoke detector and carbon monoxide monitor are installed near the stove.
• If smoke fills the room or you hear a CO detector alarm, exit immediately and call 911.
Solo Stove (Outdoor):
• Firewood is stacked on the north side of the cabin.
• There is a log splitter and mallet in the shed if you need to create kindling or smaller pieces.
• Please extinguish fires fully with water before heading in for the night and place the cover on the stove. A 5-gallon bucket is located near the outdoor hose for this purpose.

🧼 Cabin Cleaning Instructions
We ask that guests leave the cabin in reasonably tidy condition before check-out.
During Your Stay:
• Please remove shoes indoors—helps keep the cabin clean and cozy. There is a Dyson vacuum located in the utility room if needed during your stay. It charges by hanging it on the holder on the wall.
• Use the cleaning supplies under the kitchen sink if needed.
Before You Leave:
• Load and run the dishwasher.
• Empty the fridge and take any leftovers with you.
• Strip used sheets and used towels and put in a pile on the bed or floor.
• Turn off lights.
• Lock all doors and windows.
• Please put trash and recycling in the outdoor bins.

📜 Cabin Rules
Please respect the cabin and surrounding nature for everyone’s enjoyment:
• No smoking inside.
• No pets.
• No parties or loud music, especially after quiet hours (11 PM – 7 AM).
• Fires only in designated fire pit.
• No fireworks.
• Any outdoor fires must be extinguished by 11 pm.
• Please don’t flush anything other than toilet paper—septic system friendly!
• Our family uses the cabin as well, so we’ve got a couple closets locked to store our personal items. In addition, there are a few cabinets with notes that indicate personal items/food items.
• Please help yourself to pantry items in the kitchen (oil, salt, flour, sugar, spices, etc.)


🗺 Local Recommendations
There’s so much to explore nearby! Here are some of our favorite spots:
🍽 Food & Drinks
• Jeweltown Roastery – Small-town charm, great coffee and pastries, and live music on Saturday mornings (5 min drive)
• The Drive In – Drive in and outdoor classic burger and shake spot in Taylors Falls. Have fun on the mini put course while you wait!
• The Watershed Café – Casual spot for locally sourced American fare, espresso and craft beer with a beautiful patio overlooking the Osceola waterfall.
• Wineries – Explore the relaxing local wineries in the area including Dancing Dragonfly and Chateau St. Croix Winery. If you’re on the Minnesota side, Rustic Roots is a wonderful spot for a wine slushie with views overlooking the river valley.
🛶 Things To Do
• Kayaking & Canoeing – Rent a canoe or kayak and float down the St. Croix River. Start in Taylor’s Falls and return back with a shuttle service (Taylors Falls Canoe & Kayak Rental).
• Hiking Trails – Check out the many beautiful hiking trails nearby. Some of our favorites are the potholes at Interstate Park and the Osceola waterfall trail down to the St Croix river.
• Fishing – Licenses required. Great catches right off the dock! There is also a Trout Farm right in Star Prairie (5 minutes away).
• Horseback Riding – The rolling hills in our neighborhood are home to many family-owned horse ranches. Call for riding lessons!
• Fun for the Kids! – Explore the many adventures nearby: Fawn Doe Rosa (animal park where kids can feed the deer and more), Trollhaugen Adventure Park (high ropes course), Osceola Trains (vintage train rides through the scenery), Wild Mountain water and dry park (water slides, lazy river, alpine slide go-karts and more!)
• Rainy Day Ideas – Hit the cute local shopping scene in Stillwater, Hudson or St. Croix Falls, go bowling at Osceola Lanes, or visit Butch’s Rock Shop right down the road.
• Winter Fun (seasonal): Enjoy the tubing, skiing and snowboarding at Trollhaugen (only 12 minutes away) or Wild Mountain (30 minute drive).
🛒 Essentials
• Horse Creek Store – Charming local mini market with groceries, deli, gas, liquor and ice cream (less than 5 minutes away)
• New Richmond – We are just 10 minutes away from New Richmond where you can find grocery stores, gas stations, hardware store and a variety of food options.

NOTE: Prior to your stay we require you to sign and agree to our rental agreement.

Any added guests over 6 will be charged an added guest fee, and must be approved by host.

We want your stay at The Greenhouse to feel comfortable, restorative, and truly five-star. As with many homes surrounded by woods and lakeshore, occasional seasonal bugs or wildlife activity can occur despite ongoing maintenance and preventative care. If anything needs attention during your stay, please let us know right away so we can address it promptly.


Violation charges are as follows:
Guests will be charged $500 for any smoke inside the property.
Unapproved pets bought to the property $300
Unapproved guests: $150 per person per night
Parties will result in immediate eviction without a refund.
Property left excessively dirty will result in an added cleaning fee of $250 to cover added cleaning costs.