Lake Superior Ice/Sea Caves Bay Lodging. Near Apostle Islands & Bayfield

Miscellaneous
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
5.0
Outstanding(126 Reviews)

House in Wisconsin

12 guests · 5 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this house rental

"A living canvas of color, scent, and touch no artisan but Divine inspires."
Gitchigumi - Ojibwe for "Great Water" is the largest freshwater lake by area in the world. The Lake is powerful, magnetic and transforming in any season. Our humble beach front home is situated on 20 secluded acres on the Lake's south shore. We have 400' of sand beach 100' from the house and easily accessible (no stairs). The stream that runs through the property is teaming with brook trout, beaver, otter and ducks. One half mile walk down the shoreline is another trout stream that marks the south west boundary of the Apostle Islands National Park.
We have a boat launch ramp on the property, but there is no dock or mooring in the bay. Boats can also be launched from the marina in Cornucopia 2 miles away by water. Any boats kept in our bay would have to be anchored or beached if wave action permits.

The Lake must be respected as it can be pristine one minute and brutal the next, but contrary to those unfamiliar with the south shore waters, the bay waters can be comfortable to swim in from the middle of June to the middle of September. That depends entirely, of coarse, on your courage level and the weather. Wake boarding, snorkeling, body surfing, fishing, hunting, boating, four wheeling and walking the beach are frequent pass times here in the summer. Snowmobiling, ice fishing, skiing and sledding are winter sport.
My brother and I purchased this property from our father in January 2017 and completed the extensive remodeling a year later with cherry and birch flooring, cherry and juniper paneling. It is a simple home on an exceptional piece of property. The Ice and Sea Caves are world class attractions and can be seen from our front deck. The caves are accessible by foot in the winter when the ice is safe and your dressed for it. They are accessible in the summer by boat or by hiking trails that start at Myer's beach one mile to the east.
If you think the lake is beautiful and intimidating, build a fire on the beach at night some time, lay on the sand on a clear night and try to imagine your place in the clearly visible Milky Way.
The view alone is humbling, but the experience is.........spiritual.

By the shores of Gitche Gumee,
By the shining Big-Sea-Water,
Stood the wigwam of Nokomis,
Daughter of the Moon, Nokomis.
Dark behind it rose the forest,
Rose the black and gloomy pine-trees,
Rose the firs with cones upon them;
Bright before it beat the water,
Beat the clear and sunny water,
Beat the shining Big-Sea-Water.

At the door on summer evenings
Sat the little Hiawatha;
Heard the whispering of the pine-trees,
Heard the lapping of the waters,
Sounds of music, words of wonder;
'Minne-wawa!" said the pine-trees,
Mudway-aushka!" said the water.

Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

Amenities

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

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Reviews

5.0
Outstanding(126 Reviews)
5.0
Aug 2024
We have a large family of 8, we enjoyed our stay, everything was perfect from the location, the view, the beach, beds, etc. we will be back and can’t wait! Our only regret is not staying longer! Thank you for a great experience!
5.0
Jul 2024
Stayed with several family members for a few days in late June. Beautiful view of Lake Superior, but the weather during our stay was cold and rainy so we did not get to enjoy the beach or outdoor deck. The house is very nice and well kept. Everything was as advertised except WiFi (there wasn't any). The owners were very helpful and answered questions promptly. Overall, we had a nice stay.
5.0
Jun 2024
The cabin was great! The location was fabulous! We loved the private beach! We couldn’t have enjoyed it any more than we did!!!
5.0
Jun 2024
We had such a great time! The location is convenient to Bayfield and the surrounding area, and the walk down the shore to Meyers beach and the sea caves was beautiful. This location was private and peaceful. There were mosquitos out, but that's to be expected in summer with woods, streams, and wetland all around!
5.0
Jan 2024
We had a wonderful, cozy long weekend up by the lake. It was just lovely!
5.0
Oct 2023
This is an ideal spot to stay for enjoying a beach, taking in the fall colors, and relaxing! We came for the whistlestop race, but will be back for winter sea cave exploration or summer beach fun. We’ve stayed at a few different VRBOs in this area, and this is by far the best! Thank you so much!
5.0
Oct 2023
Stayed for the annual Apple Fest in Bayfield. Nice and private but yet close to all the attractions.
5.0
Sep 2023
My family and I absolutely loved the private beach. We had camp fires every night! It was nice to have so much private outdoor space to enjoy. The cabin was clean and comfortable - it was lacking some storage space (no closets or dressers in the bedrooms), but that wasn't a big deal. We spent most of our time outside.

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 $342 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Lake Superior Ice/Sea Caves Bay Lodging. Near Apostle Islands & Bayfield. 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 Lake Superior Ice/Sea Caves Bay Lodging. Near Apostle Islands & Bayfield pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at Lake Superior Ice/Sea Caves Bay Lodging. Near Apostle Islands & Bayfield?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.

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