Island Bay Lodge on Island lake, Manitowish Waters, WI

On the beach
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
5.0
Outstanding(29 Reviews)

House in Wisconsin

21 guests · 8 bedrooms · 8 baths

Reasons to book

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Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
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About this house rental

This stunning lakefront lodge sleeps 21 people and is perfect for large groups and family vacations. The lodge features seven bedrooms and eight bathrooms. The lodge has been renovated to perfection. The lodge overlooks Island Lake with 175 feet of beach access and a 63' pier for docking your pontoon or fishing boat.

* Lodge is nestled on Island Lake the largest lake in the Manitowish Lake Chain.
* 3 King Beds, 3 Queen Beds, 5 Twin Beds and 3 Sofa Beds
* 6 Full Bathrooms, 2 Half Bathrooms
* 2 Large family areas with a wet bar, plus lower level game room with fireplace, pool table and 70" TV
* Spacious deck off kitchen seats 12-16, deck overlooks lake
* Fire pit surrounded by 12 Adirondack chairs
* Black top drive that leads to boat dock ( for easy loading/unloading) with access to dock 2 boats; plus 2 stand up paddleboards and 2 kayaks available for use
* Fully furnished and ready to be lived in; equipped with linens, cookware, serveware and small and large appliances
* Fully air-conditioned
* Wireless Internet

Island lake is one of the largest of the chain of ten lakes and arguably the most beautiful. The walleye and muskie fishing is outstanding but traveling around to the other chain of lakes is lots of fun.

Renting the lodge by the week is standard and there are three seasons; spring, summer and fall.

Perfect for large groups or extended families, the house accommodates up to 21 people in seven separate bedrooms. After a day of water skiing, or fishing you and your guests can gather in the great room around a fireplace, relax on the spacious deck overlooking spectacular Island Lake, or watch movies or play pool in the lower level recreation room.

First Floor:
The first floor is designed for entertaining including a large kitchen with custom crafted Alder cabinets, first floor bedroom, massive great room with a cozy sitting area with expansive lake views, dining room with seating for 10 and a comfortable hearth room with gas fireplace and bar. The kitchen includes two Bosch dishwashers, two sinks, refrigerator/ freezer, beverage center, gas range and large granite island with seating for eight. The kitchen is stocked with all the pans, plates and cooking utensils for meal preparation including blender and coffee maker. The bar includes a built-in ice-maker and bar sink. The first floor bedroom features a queen bed and is located across the hall from a full bathroom with tub/ shower. Located a few steps from the kitchen is a spacious deck measuring 20'x25' with seating for 14 and a gas grill. Various board games are located in the hearth room along with a game table with seating for six across from the bar area. Refer to the illustrative floor plan located in the photo gallery.

Second Floor:
The second floor includes six spacious bedrooms and five bathrooms. Three king beds, two queen beds, sleeper sofa, and five twin beds. The sleeper sofa is located in the sitting room adjacent to a roomy bedroom featuring a king bed. All the bathrooms include tub/ showers except for one which is a tub only and located in the bedroom with the three twin beds. Refer to the illustrative floor plan located in the photo gallery.

Lower Level Recreation Room:
The recreation room is very spacious with exceptional lake views from expansive picture windows. A game of pool awaits you or lively card game. Relax and enjoy a movie on the 70 inch television or cozy up with a book by the gas fireplace. If you haven't received enough exercise outdoors the recreation room also features a Nordic Trac cardio machine. 2 sofa beds and a half bathroom are also located on this level. Refer to the illustrative floor plan located in the photo gallery.

Outdoor Space.
The Lodge is located on nearly two acres with magnificent lake views of the 1,023 acres of Island Lake. Island Lake is the first lake in the legendary Manitowish Waters chain of 10 lakes all which are all accessible by boat. The Lodge is conveniently located just three minutes from Highway 51 and 15 minutes north of Minocqua. Overlooking a quiet bay the beach makes for good swimming and even on gusty days the bay is generally protected from the wind and waves. Included for our guests' use are two kayaks and two stand up paddle boards. A short paddle to the east, is the Manitowish River that allows for excellent paddling on calm water. Located a short distance to the northwest, is a flat, uninhabited (but accessible) island called Pancake Island perfect for an afternoon picnic. A stone stair case leads to the large patio and entertainment area featuring a fire pit, rock ledge seating, and 12 adirondack chairs and three chaise lounge chairs. To make lake access easily accessible there is a blacktop driveway that extends to the lake front ending at the 63' foot pier for easy loading and unloading of boats.

There's no better place in Manitowish Waters than the impeccably groomed Island Bay Lodge for your vacation and its perfectly located in northern Wisconsin.

Amenities

Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Gym or Fitness Center
Garden
Family friendly

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Reviews

5.0
Outstanding(29 Reviews)
5.0
Aug 2024
Great home with multiple areas for people to talk, play games, sit to eat. The patio leaves a bit to be desired compared to other places we've stayed but totally doable. The beach and lawn were great for swimming and yard games.
5.0
Aug 2023
Great vacation - no complaints from any of our crew. Just about everyone caught fish, of course they are never big enough! Kids were in the water most of the time -weather was great! Thanks for your hospitality!
5.0
Oct 2022
Magnificent home. Fully equipped with anything you needed. Very clean. Tons of space. Very pleasant host-most accommodating. Can't wait to return.
5.0
Jul 2022
This house was beautiful and it was the perfect size for our family! Loved it and would definitely stay again.
5.0
Jul 2022
Wonderful!
Wonderful!
This house was beautiful and it was the perfect size for our family! Loved it and would definitely stay again.
5.0
Sep 2021
Our family had the most incredible weekend at Island Bay Lodge! The hosts were incredibly gracious and the home was exactly as described (if not even better than expected) Our family of 15 had plenty of space to spread out when we wanted and the perfect space to come together for family meals or game nights! The access to the lake was divine as well as the kayaks and SUPs that were available for our use! The kids loved the diving/swimming platform. We had a couple of drizzly days but it didn’t stop them! We rented a pontoon from Greer’s so having the dock access was also appreciated! All in all we are 100% spoiled by this place and we can’t wait to return again! PS - this kitchen has it all - tons of appliances, flatware and dishes plus an incredible bar area with ice maker!!
5.0
Sep 2021
PunchThrough 2021
PunchThrough 2021
Our family had the most incredible weekend at Island Bay Lodge! The hosts were incredibly gracious and the home was exactly as described (if not even better than expected) Our family of 15 had plenty of space to spread out when we wanted and the perfect space to come together for family meals or game nights! The access to the lake was divine as well as the kayaks and SUPs that were available for our use! The kids loved the diving/swimming platform. We had a couple of drizzly days but it didn’t stop them! We rented a pontoon from Greer’s so having the dock access was also appreciated! All in all we are 100% spoiled by this place and we can’t wait to return again! PS - this kitchen has it all - tons of appliances, flatware and dishes plus an incredible bar area with ice maker!!
5.0
Aug 2021
Copp Clan Summer 2021
Copp Clan Summer 2021
The Lodge layout is such that with our large family gathering, everyone found comfortable spots to gather. The bay is ideal for paddle boarding, kayaking, swimming and just relaxing in floaties. We took turns preparing an evening meal for all and the kitchen and dining areas fully accommodated the cooks and diners. We re-upped for next year. The fishermen are determined to catch that big muskie that got away.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Wisconsin?

The average price for a rental in Wisconsin is $338 per night. This rental is $1,682 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Island Bay Lodge on Island lake, Manitowish Waters, WI. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Island Bay Lodge on Island lake, Manitowish Waters, WI pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Island Bay Lodge on Island lake, Manitowish Waters, WI?

We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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