Rustic Willow Retreat - Outdoor Adventures by RedAwning

Leave the rush behind. Find your place in the Northwoods.



Some places are made for sightseeing.



This one is made for slowing down.



Nestled beneath towering pines in the heart of Wisconsin’s Northwoods, this

cozy cabin invites you to swap busy schedules for crackling campfires, quiet

mornings and days spent outdoors.



Wake slowly with coffee on the three-season porch as the forest comes to life

around you. Wander down to the water, cast a line into the Tomahawk River,

launch the kayak, or spend the day exploring miles of scenic snowmobile and

ATV trails right from your doorstep.



As the sun begins to set, head back to the cabin where warm timber,

comfortable spaces and simple comforts make it easy to unwind. Cook dinner

together, open a bottle of wine and settle into an evening that doesn’t need

an itinerary.



Whether you’re seeking adventure, reconnecting with family, or simply craving

a weekend where time feels slower, this is the kind of place you’ll find

yourself wanting to return to.



Your stay includes



• Two comfortable bedrooms with full-sized beds



• A fully equipped kitchen for relaxed meals at home



• A welcoming living room perfect for quiet evenings



• A light-filled three-season porch overlooking the surrounding woods



• One bathroom



Discover the best of the Northwoods.



Less than a mile from the beach, boat launch and Willow Flowage Dam, you’ll

have easy access to the Tomahawk River for boating, fishing, kayaking and

swimming. In winter, snowmobile trails begin just outside, while warmer months

invite hiking, wildlife spotting and endless days on the water.



When you’re ready to explore, the charming lakeside town of Minocqua is just a

20-minute drive away, with local cafés, restaurants, boutiques and family-

friendly attractions.



Bring the whole family



Four-legged companions are welcome too. Pets are accepted by prior arrangement

for a $100 stay fee, so no one has to miss out on the adventure.



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Our Story



Not every getaway needs polished perfection.



Some simply need peace.



This little cabin has welcomed generations of travelers looking to escape the

noise of everyday life. It’s humble, uncomplicated and full of quiet

character—a place where muddy boots are welcome, coffee tastes better on the

porch, and the soundtrack is birdsong, rustling pines and the occasional loon

calling across the water.



We’ve chosen to preserve its simple charm rather than transform it into

something it’s not. The timber walls carry stories, the three-season porch

invites slow mornings, and every window frames the beauty that brought us here

in the first place.



It’s not about luxury.



It’s about waking without an alarm.



It’s about afternoons spent exploring the lakes, forests and trails before

returning home tired in the very best way.



It’s about board games instead of busy schedules, campfires instead of

television, and conversations that somehow last a little longer.



If you’re searching for marble countertops and five-star finishes, this

probably isn’t your place.



But if you’re looking for somewhere honest, peaceful and deeply restorative—a

place where life feels a little simpler for a while—we think you’ll feel right

at home.



We hope you’ll leave with a slower heartbeat, a clearer mind, and memories

that stay with you long after you’ve packed the car and headed home.



After all, sometimes the most meaningful places aren’t the grandest.



They’re simply the ones that let you breathe.



GUIDELINES



Children must be supervised by an adult while near pond, grill or firepit.







If using any boats on the Willow Flowage, please check area lake maps for

hazard areas. You are responsible for knowing these areas and avoiding them or

taking appropriate steps in those areas.







Clean up after your pets. Please put dog waste in a plastic bag before placing

it in dumpster.







No smoking allowed in cabin. Please deposit butts in firepit.







No fires, including grills, within 15 feet of buildings.







No cleaning game inside cabin. Fish cleaning station is located outside door.

Please make sure you clean up after use. Double bag and tie fish guts and

place dumpster.







Please put only toilet paper in toilet (no feminine products or wipes) and use

water sparingly as we have septic holding tanks. Suggestions for conserving

water/tank space: Use dishpan for dishes and dump used water on flowers; Turn

off water when brushing teeth; Take short showers; flush only when necessary.







When done using the gas stove, please make sure the burners are turned

completely to the off position.







Check in time is at 4:00 p.m., and check-out time is at 11:00 a.m.







Quiet hours 10pm-8am.







Linens are included for the beds. Shampoo, body wash and a few towels are

provided. Please bring your own bath towels for longer stays.







No campers allowed on site.







Use of lake toys, kayaks and any other amenities provided by the host are at

your own risk.











Checkout:



Checkout tiime is 11:00 am.







Please wash all dishes; place garbage in dumpster and recycling in recycling

can.







Return all furniture, toys, blankets, pillows, etc. to their original

locations.







Please strip beds and put all used sheets & pillowcases and dirty

blankets/quilts in laundry basket in bathroom.







Please lock door & replace key in lockbox upon checkout. Lockbox code is 2025.

Please be careful with the door. It will lock itself behind you if you haven’t

set the brass button to keep it open.







In case of emergency call 911. For property concerns/questions call Scott

Peterson 815-988-8201 or Jennifer Peterson 815-988-2888

jenniferp567@gmail.com. For immediate concerns call Tony Borowski at

715-966-1172.







Thank you for visiting the Rustic Willow Retreat!!