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Big Chip Lodge. Awesome view. Dock 50' away. Authentic Historical Wisconsin.

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Terrace/patio
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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Room options

About the neighborhood

Map
Hayward, WI

What's nearby

  • Callahan Lake - 21 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Round Lake - 31 min drive - 23.5 km
  • Lake Chippewa - 33 min drive - 21.7 km
  • Teal Lake - 35 min drive - 29.9 km
  • Lost Land Lake - 39 min drive - 31.7 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 140 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Landing - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Shady Nook Resort - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪Deerfoot Lodge - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Rusty Hook Saloon and Smokehouse - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Robin's Nest Cafe - ‬18 min drive

About this property

Big Chip Lodge. Awesome view. Dock 50' away. Authentic Historical Wisconsin.

Lodge by the lake
Golfing on site, a firepit, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Big Chip Lodge. Awesome view. Dock 50' away. Authentic Historical Wisconsin.. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like kayaking and boating at this lodge. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An electric car charging station, barbecue grills, and outdoor furniture
  • Snow sports gear, water sports equipment, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Big Chip Lodge. Awesome view. Dock 50' away. Authentic Historical Wisconsin. offer thoughtful touches such as fireplaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and dining tables.
More amenities include:
  • 2 bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and soap
  • Smart TVs with cable channels and DVD players
  • Porches or lanais, kitchens, and refrigerators

Property manager

Gary W Skillestad Sr Owner/Manager

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Snow sports gear
  • Stereo
  • Water sports equipment

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Note from host: Please smoke outside only and clean up butts.
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Please keep leashed when outdoors. Thanks.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Chip Lodge. Awesome view. Dock 50' away. Authentic Historical Wisconsin. pet-friendly?

Yes, this lodge allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Big Chip Lodge. Awesome view. Dock 50' away. Authentic Historical Wisconsin.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Chip Lodge. Awesome view. Dock 50' away. Authentic Historical Wisconsin.?

Check-out is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Big Chip Lodge. Awesome view. Dock 50' away. Authentic Historical Wisconsin. located?

Located in Hayward, this beachfront lodge is in the city center and within 9 mi (15 km) of Chequamegon National Forest, Little Cranberry Lake, and Two Axe Lake. Callahan Lake and Barker Lake are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Big Chip Lodge. Awesome view. Dock 50' away. Authentic Historical Wisconsin. Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 118 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

christine s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Polar Picnic

Was a prefect location to do some outdoor adventures. Easy access to the lake for some ice fishing fun. Plenty of parking for family to come and go while visiting.Enough run for the group without running into each other.Enjoyed the stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pierre G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Flowage trip

Perfect property, perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Heather P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Timmy Memorial Ice Fishing Tournament

The property could definitely use updates and some deep cleaning. Lady bugs (the biting ones) were a big problem!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Great stay at Big Chip
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Max C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for a guys weekend

It's an old resort lodge. You know what you're getting into. I mean, there's a bar in the place. It's a ton of fun. Just book it already.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ethan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and unique property

Second stay here. Great location and cool old bar on the lake. Highly recommend for big groups.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phillip G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Times

The property was great and had no issues!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rustic North Woods historic cabin

Just stayed at the Big Chip escape. Pictures don't do justice to the unique and nostalgic cabin with the best view of the lake of any cabin on the Chip. Gary was hospitable and available whenever we had a question. The cabin itself is a unique North Woods experience with all of the features that a group from 5-14 would need.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a great time

2nd year renting. Nice new patio door, great deck, excellent fire pit and the fishing was really good, we already have it rented for next year
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The bar was perfect

Overall experience was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place on a wonderful lake

Building is old but it had everything we needed for cooking, fishing, tubing, and relaxing. Access to the bar was a hit with the kids. Owner was easy to work with and a great host.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Chris T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Skilly Big Chip Lodge

Good place for a family vacation, great old lodge, the bar area is just like stepping back to the 70s or 80s in an old Northwoods lakeside bar, and it's yours for the week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Ron S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Great fishing destination

Great location on a great big body of water that provided great fishing (once getting really good tips from Gary and local bait store) Really good conveniences on site like piers, firewood live minnows, fish cleaning house! The cabin is old school and very rustic. The bar is cool as is the deck. Gary the owner was extremely nice and friendly. All the fishing conveniences you could ask for! We will be back
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Josh F.

Great Cabin For A Guys Get Away!!

Perfect place for a guys get away!! Gary was super friendly and very helpfull. Cabin was clean and plenty of room.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2017

10/10 Excellent

Patricia Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

We had a great time. The property was as described. The host was available when needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wade N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loation

Great place for group of fisherman to gather and have a great time with a great location.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Ryan E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very quiet Very peaceful

Gary was a great host. Area was incredible. I highly recommend checking this place out in the fall. Place accommodated 14 adults with no issues!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Time/Fishing Trip

Our group had a great stay, Views are incredible! Really enjoyed the bar space, common areas and all the amenities (wifi, cable tv, music). Being right on the water is great, no long walks to the dock. Huge deck to enjoy with beautiful views of the water. Would definitely book again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Donna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and view!

Thoroughly enjoyed the property, view of the Flowage, access to the dock and awesome bar area. Lots of room for 7 guests too. Deck and lawn area was perfect for yard games. We saw a lot of wildlife including loons, deer, eagles, ducks and fishing was good.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ice fishing

Rustic lodge with a nice view of Moore’s bay. Having your own bar is great, spent most of our time off the ice hangin at the bar.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An enjoyable stay lake front

Our families enjoyed our stay at Skilly's Lodge. The building is somewhat rustic and shows it's age but has much character with the bar and all the lake memorabilia around. During the rainy days our group of 11 easily stayed entertained in the large bar area. All the nice days and afternoons we were on the lake. Lake access is very convenient. Fisherman will love the live bait shack next to the dock and the rental pontoon was perfect for our large group. Thanks Skilly!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Alex I.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Good place for the boys

The location is beautiful, the owner is nice and helpful, and the lodge has a lot of neat stuff in it. But if you have folks that like things a bit less rustic and clean then this may not be for you. There were mouse droppings on the counters and in each cabinet and drawer in the kitchen. Luckily we brought paper plates and utensils.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron B.

Hayward fishing

Great place for the guys right on the lake. Gary the manager was friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence P., Lake Geneva, WI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Skilley's Big Chip Lodge

Easily handled 6 adults. Gary is very personable, Will definitely return!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chad K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friends group trip

Lodge was plenty large enough for our group with a beautiful view looking over the bay. The bar was great to have as well. Gary was very nice and helpful the pontoon was excellent for the group of us to cruise around!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022