BIRCH BRAE- Spectacular House On Big Lake For An Amazing Northwoods Experience!
House in Wisconsin
20 guests · 7 bedrooms · 4 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
About this house rental
We built our dream lake house about 20 years ago for family gatherings and it now accommodates up to 20 guests. High vaulted ceilings, a stone fireplace, unique Northwoods furnishings, and two stories of windows provide an exceptional view of Big Lake and all it's beauty.
The great room overlooks the lake and is used for dining, relaxing by the fire, and enjoying the incredible views. Wildlife sightings are frequent, include eagles, loons, deer and more, and are right outside the door!
There is an attached three season screened in porch to keep the bugs away and a wood burning stove to keep the room toasty warm on those cool evenings. A huge deck runs the length of the house on the lakeside for additional seating to enjoy the magnificent views.
The kitchen is large and open with a huge island to have your morning coffee or to prepare food while socializing with other guests. It is well stocked with most everything you need to prepare wonderful meals for your entire group. There are two grills outside, one gas and one charcoal, along with a second refrigerator in the garage.
There are two bathrooms and three bedrooms on the first floor including the largest bedroom we call Kamp Kid as it has four twin beds with an adjacent bedroom with 2 twin beds.
The second floor has two bedrooms, a bathroom, and a comfortable sitting area in the loft that has the best view in the house!
The lower level is newly remodeled, has two bedrooms, a huge rec room (with a ping pong and foosball table), sitting area, kitchenette, and bathroom. From the lower level, there is a walk out patio complete with chairs, fire pit and access to the lake.
Birch Brae sits on a bluff facing Keith Island and has 29 stairs leading to a private dock. The water depth at the end of the dock is 26/27 inches. The lake is shallow with a sandy area near the dock which is fun for swimming and water activities. There are two kayaks, two canoes, oars, paddles, and personal flotation devices for your use.
Big Lake is a 827 acre lake and has a maximum depth of 61 feet. Visitors have access to the lake from two public boat landings, one is a mile away. Fish include pan fish, large and small mouth bass, northern pike, walleye, and the ever elusive musky! It's a fisherperson's delight!
Wakeboard boats and jets skis are not allowed.
Birch Brae is on The Heart of Vilas County Bike Trail System that offers more than 45 miles of paved trails connecting St. Germain, Sayner, Boulder Junction, Manitowish Waters. The property is 8 miles from Boulder Junction and 8 miles from Manitowish Waters. There are four bicycles and a tandem bike available for your use but bring your own helmets!
Vilas County is one of the world’s premier snowmobiling destinations. There are over 600 miles of spectacular trails that traverse unspoiled wilderness, crossing undeveloped lakes and connecting to scenic Northwoods communities. In all, Vilas County is home to a quarter million acres of public land.
The property is located in the Lake Superior snow belt so there's a lot of snow most winters. The area is home to some of the best snowmobiling clubs around and volunteers work tirelessly to keep trails in top condition.
Birch Brae offers the perfect Northwoods experience during any season!!
FYI, we do have a security camera that monitors the driveway.
The great room overlooks the lake and is used for dining, relaxing by the fire, and enjoying the incredible views. Wildlife sightings are frequent, include eagles, loons, deer and more, and are right outside the door!
There is an attached three season screened in porch to keep the bugs away and a wood burning stove to keep the room toasty warm on those cool evenings. A huge deck runs the length of the house on the lakeside for additional seating to enjoy the magnificent views.
The kitchen is large and open with a huge island to have your morning coffee or to prepare food while socializing with other guests. It is well stocked with most everything you need to prepare wonderful meals for your entire group. There are two grills outside, one gas and one charcoal, along with a second refrigerator in the garage.
There are two bathrooms and three bedrooms on the first floor including the largest bedroom we call Kamp Kid as it has four twin beds with an adjacent bedroom with 2 twin beds.
The second floor has two bedrooms, a bathroom, and a comfortable sitting area in the loft that has the best view in the house!
The lower level is newly remodeled, has two bedrooms, a huge rec room (with a ping pong and foosball table), sitting area, kitchenette, and bathroom. From the lower level, there is a walk out patio complete with chairs, fire pit and access to the lake.
Birch Brae sits on a bluff facing Keith Island and has 29 stairs leading to a private dock. The water depth at the end of the dock is 26/27 inches. The lake is shallow with a sandy area near the dock which is fun for swimming and water activities. There are two kayaks, two canoes, oars, paddles, and personal flotation devices for your use.
Big Lake is a 827 acre lake and has a maximum depth of 61 feet. Visitors have access to the lake from two public boat landings, one is a mile away. Fish include pan fish, large and small mouth bass, northern pike, walleye, and the ever elusive musky! It's a fisherperson's delight!
Wakeboard boats and jets skis are not allowed.
Birch Brae is on The Heart of Vilas County Bike Trail System that offers more than 45 miles of paved trails connecting St. Germain, Sayner, Boulder Junction, Manitowish Waters. The property is 8 miles from Boulder Junction and 8 miles from Manitowish Waters. There are four bicycles and a tandem bike available for your use but bring your own helmets!
Vilas County is one of the world’s premier snowmobiling destinations. There are over 600 miles of spectacular trails that traverse unspoiled wilderness, crossing undeveloped lakes and connecting to scenic Northwoods communities. In all, Vilas County is home to a quarter million acres of public land.
The property is located in the Lake Superior snow belt so there's a lot of snow most winters. The area is home to some of the best snowmobiling clubs around and volunteers work tirelessly to keep trails in top condition.
Birch Brae offers the perfect Northwoods experience during any season!!
FYI, we do have a security camera that monitors the driveway.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Wisconsin
RRRR
Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0
Great time!
10.0 / 10.0
Absolutely perfect in every respect. We are repeat renters and it’s lovely every time.
10.0 / 10.0
Birch Brae is a gold nugget home that we thoroughly enjoy. Great view, quiet, plenty of room for everyone. Kitchen is nicely appointed and Big Lake is awesome. Not a lot of traffic and the fishing is top notch. Needless to say we will be back. Tony C
10.0 / 10.0
Our family of 13 stayed for a week. Everyone described the the house, the kitchen, and the recreational equipment as outstanding. Everything we needed, especially in the kitchen, was provided. We enjoyed games, puzzles, canoeing, kayaking, bicycling, trail hiking and lots of great conversation. We appreciated the high-speed internet as some family members had work or classes for which high speed was helpful. Everyone explored nearby towns. One family member rented a boat at Greers Landing for two days on a nearby lake for tubing and skiing. We recommend Birch Brae!
10.0 / 10.0
5 sisters catching up, had a wonderful time in spacious home. Very well stocked. Love the view of the lake thru windows and back porch. Definitely would recommend.
10.0 / 10.0
Keith was great to deal with and the camp was amazing.
10.0 / 10.0
We rent a home every year in the area and this is far and away the best of the best. House was perfect with a large gathering area and kitchen. I love Big Lake, great small mouth, pan fish, Northern and musky fishing. I would highly recommend hiring a guide to learn the lake, there are some dangerous rock bars or simply read a map intently. We will book this house again in 2024. Thx TC
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful home that allowed 20 people to live comfortably for a week. The lake is gorgeous and serene. We enjoyed the privacy in the home and lake.
10.0 / 10.0
The house is magnificent. The lake offered great swimming for adults and kids of all ages. The canoes and kayaks got us all around the lake. The bikes were great on the nearby bike/hike trail. Overall, a wonderful experience. Thanks, Keith!!
10.0 / 10.0
Everything was great. Driveway is a little tight be we have very big trailers. Could use a TV in the great room. 9.7/10
10.0 / 10.0
This cabin was beautiful and clean. There was a lot of old detail that was put into it. So many different books and paintings. There was so much character. You can tell the house was built and kept up with love and we felt it. It was beautiful especially the lake. The nearby towns have nice little bars and restaurants. It was truly magical and I can’t wait to stay again. Thank you Keith for letting us stay in your home. Our hearts are warmed.
10.0 / 10.0
Great location for snowmobile trip. Close to trail to Boulder Junction.
10.0 / 10.0
This house and property is exceptional. So beautiful. So clean. Great location. I wish we would have planned a whole week. Defiantly will rent again.
10.0 / 10.0
A group of friends and I gathered at this beautiful accommodating property in the northern highlands region of Wisconsin and could not have been more pleased with the home, the land and the lake it was on. So much to do, look at and explore. Keith was very easy to communicate with and everything was to our liking!
10.0 / 10.0
This property was absolutely beautiful and peaceful and quiet and did I say beautiful. The cabin had plenty of space for all of us to hang out. Spacious kitchen lot's of seating for eating and games. The lake was the cleanest we have EVER swam in!!! The scenery around the lake and property was absolutely gorgeous! We found a awesome trail to walk our dogs on! The Host was very easy to communicate with and responded to requests promptly! I can't wait to come back again and again and again. I really hope everyone else has a wonderful experience like we did.
10.0 / 10.0
Awesome place for a family get together- From check-in to departure it was a perfect place to enjoy time together and time away. The cabin was perfectly equipped, the location and amenities were outstanding,, and communication was exceptional.
5.0 / 10.0
Absolutely beautiful. Everyone loved it :)
10.0 / 10.0
Great trip
Our family had a great time at Birch Brae. The long sandy beach was perfect for our 1, 3, and 4 year olds. We enjoyed kayaking and canoeing both around the lake and through the nearby river. The big table and kitchen provided plenty of space for us to gather for large family meals. The fire pit area was really comfortable - out of the way of the wind and the stone bottom kept the bugs at bay. We’d love to come back!
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful place
Loved everything about the property
10.0 / 10.0
A cabin of dreams and a place to make exceptional memories!
Birch Brae was a phenomenal cabin that welcomed us with open arms! Keith was an exceptional host and was very communicative and easy to work with. Him and his brother kept the property in excellent condition and had everything there for us to enjoy the weekend and ensure a smooth stay. The cabin is great for a long weekend and a wonderful place to make memories! We made many and will cherish them for years to come! Thank you!!
8.0 / 10.0
Nice place
Nice location. Close to trails.
10.0 / 10.0
Great cabin in the perfect location
Had a group of 11 people for a couple days of snowmobiling. This was close to trail 2. The house was very clean and worked well for the large group.
10.0 / 10.0
Great place to stay
Beautiful house - huge with tons of beds
10.0 / 10.0
Snowmobile trip
House was perfect for large group. Easy trail access. Driveway a little tight for multiple large trailers, but we made it work.
10.0 / 10.0
beautiful home that is great for a large group
This is a beautiful home that is great for a large group. The open floor plan allowed for everyone to be together and able to move around. The kitchen is huge, well stocked, and was perfect for our large group to make meals each day. We enjoyed the dining tables for enjoying meals together as well as putting puzzles together while overlooking the beautiful views of the lake. We kept a fire burning to keep the chill out of the air and to maintain the cozy feeling. Each family enjoyed their space to sleep as well as plenty of bathrooms for privacy. The two washers and two dryers were a great bonus as well as the ability to use the garage and additional refrigerator. The microwave stopped working during our stay and after a quick message to the property manager he had one on order and it was delivered within a few days.
This home was perfect for our snowmobile group/family as the trails were very close, we were able to leave directly from the house to access them.
10.0 / 10.0
Best Vaca in years!!!
We LOVED our stay at Birch Brae. My dog learned he loved the water. The little ones made tons of s'mores and the adults kicked back and enjoyed the view. ZERO issues at all. Just a fantastic stress free time :)
10.0 / 10.0
Great place we will come back to again
Our family had a fabulous time in this immaculate, spacious and well appointed home. We will be visiting here again!
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful location, shallow beach was good for our little ones. d
Very quiet lake, some tubing and fishing boats. Kitchen was well stocked. Boats and bikes available for use. Bedroom and bathrooms were adequate and convenient. Enjoyed.
10.0 / 10.0
Summer vacation
We had a wonderful week with our family. Lovely home with a well stocked kitchen and spaces for everyone. Great location and beautiful lake. Our grandsons enjoyed catching fish and swimming.
10.0 / 10.0
Great place
Loved the place. Everything we thought and more!
10.0 / 10.0
amazing weekend
The House was beautiful and perfect for our family. We had a great time!
10.0 / 10.0
The perfect place for an intimate wedding reception!
The cabin was absolutely gorgeous and was perfect for our intimate wedding reception! Keith was so helpful during the whole process and made planning and organizing the reception a breeze. Our families were so impressed and absolutely loved it there! We are already planning a time to go back so we can all take in the beautiful area and outdoor activities It has to offer!
5.0 / 10.0
Boulder Junction is one of our favorite places in WI and Birch Brae was the perfect getaway for our family. The property is very secluded, the water crystal clear and the flotation devices a huge bonus! We have several smaller kids and they were able to stand/play in the lake - the water is only waist deep well past the dock. The house was clean, comfortable and had plenty of space for everyone. The bedroom with multiple single beds was perfect for all the kids to hang out together. We didn't take advantage of the game room as the weather was gorgeous the week we were there and we spent most of our time outdoors on the lake or riding bikes on the nearby paved trail. Would definitely come here again!
10.0 / 10.0
Boulder Junction Beauty
Boulder Junction is one of our favorite places in WI and Birch Brae was the perfect getaway for our family. The property is very secluded, the water crystal clear and the flotation devices a huge bonus! We have several smaller kids and they were able to stand/play in the lake - the water is only waist deep well past the dock.
The house was clean, comfortable and had plenty of space for everyone. The bedroom with multiple single beds was perfect for all the kids to hang out together. We didn't take advantage of the game room as the weather was gorgeous the week we were there and we spent most of our time outdoors on the lake or riding bikes on the nearby paved trail. Would definitely come here again!
10.0 / 10.0
Great family vacation
We had an absolute blast at this house! The water was crystal clear and we thoroughly enjoyed the dock and flotation devices, kayaks, boats and other water toys while we were there. The house was so spacious and the beds were very comfortable. My family loved riding all the antique bicycles provided and the trails are so so nice. And so close! Huge driveway for all our cars and bean bag toss boards. Keith was so great to work with and answered all my questions. We will definitely be back!
10.0 / 10.0
Northwoods Summer Perfection
We had a wonderful week of family and friends to stay at Birch Brae, a Slice of Heaven on Big Lake. Mostly Teenaged Kids aged 12-18, three couples for part of the week and my Wife and I holding down the fort while we celebrated August Family birthdays. Excellently equipped
Kitchen, comfy beds, beautifully appointed Great room and Newley renovated game room made for great living space. Nice kayaks, Canoe’s and sandy clear water lake, bikes and amazing proximity to the Bike trails and serene Soaring forests offered many outdoor adventure options for our youthful group. Can say with confidence this home is a special experience and we’d be happy to return again.
10.0 / 10.0
Great family get away
Birch Brae met all of our family's needs. Adequate space for each family, great areas for family gatherings. Enjoyed the basement with the fun activities. Close to a great bike trail. The lake was beautiful. We fished, boated, tubed, kayaked and swam in the lake. We had a great time! Thank you Keith!
10.0 / 10.0
Pretty Much Perfect
We had a wonderful week stay at Birch Brae. I would recommend the house and area. There was too much to do in a day. The house had everything that we needed for a large group. It was super convenient to the bike trail and off a very lightly traveled road. There were bikes to use, ping pong table, games, life jackets, floatees, a floating pad to play on, kayaks, and a canoe. All of which we used and enjoyed. Our young kids were safely and easily able to swim around the pier and out several yards. The water is clear with light traffic the week were there. Several of the group snorkeled. The house had an additional fridge, which is appreciate when you have a large group. The house was clean and well maintained. Even the gas grill was super clean. The owner stopped by and explained some of the history of the house and area, which was very interesting. The house was set apart from others. The stars were awesome. It was in a perfect position to see the Neowise comet. I feel lucky to have been at that exact location to see it. Thank you, Keith, for opening up the home for others to enjoy and for making it so easy for us when we checked out. It was a fantastic stay that we will fondly remember.
10.0 / 10.0
Awesome
We loved the beautiful home, it was well stocked with everything you would need to cook for a large group. It was very clean and everything was perfect for our family vacation. The lake experience was amazing, sandy and so clear. Thanks to Keith for being available to answer our questions. We look forward to going back!
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect
Amazing house...so much room and great views of lake. Sandy, shallow lake front perfect for kids of all ages. Beautiful lake with excellent fishing. Keith was so helpful and easy to get a hold of with any questions. Road is right on bike trail. Awesome week!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Wisconsin?
The average price for a rental in Wisconsin is R 3,779 per night. This rental is R 11,981 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at BIRCH BRAE- Spectacular House On Big Lake For An Amazing Northwoods Experience!. 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 BIRCH BRAE- Spectacular House On Big Lake For An Amazing Northwoods Experience! pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at BIRCH BRAE- Spectacular House On Big Lake For An Amazing Northwoods Experience!?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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