Nestled in 3 acres of beautiful woods, this lovely Cedar home on Johnson Lake offers a peaceful retreat for families and pets. A gradual slope leads to a sandy beach perfect for adults and kids; enjoy paddle boating or fishing with the best spots right from the point.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 13260 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
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About this property
Peaceful Lake Home with 3 bed/3 bath+ 2 bonus bedrooms with 2 kings or 4 twins
This lovely Cedar home in Arbor Vitae/Woodruff is located on a point with 300 feet of frontage on beautiful Johnson Lake. Nestled in 3 acres of beautiful woods, this home is at the end of Donna Drive allowing for a peaceful and safe retreat for families, children and pets. We allow a dog per group. A gradual slope leads to a sandy beach which is perfect for adults and for kids of all ages. A paddle boat is provided for your use and don't forget to bring your fishing poles as this point offers some of the best fishing on the lake. In addition, a pontoon boat is available for rent. Visit Minocqua.org to see the numerous activities and sites to visit all within 5 miles of the beautiful home.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi (surcharge)
Parking and transportation
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Entertainment
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near the marina
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Bicycles
Golf
Casino nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Sledding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
All wet towels should be hung on hooks or draped over shower. All garbage should be put in bins in garage before leaving. No pets on furniture
Please indicate a small paragraph for the reason of your stay and how many people you are traveling with including age and relation.
A short phone conversation with owner required.
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: Dogs Welcome With Prior Approval, up to 75 pounds
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Large family gatherings are welcome, parties not.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site
Note from host: Large family gatherings are welcome, parties not.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
About the neighborhood
Located in Woodruff, this vacation home is near a water park and on the waterfront. Campanile Center for the Arts and Vilas County Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Rock Falls Riding Stable LLC and Holiday Acres. George W. Brown Jr. Ojibwe Museum and Cultural Center and Eliason Hardware and Lumber are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water skiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling. Visit our Woodruff travel guide
Is Peaceful Lake Home with 3 bed/3 bath+ 2 bonus bedrooms with 2 kings or 4 twins pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Peaceful Lake Home with 3 bed/3 bath+ 2 bonus bedrooms with 2 kings or 4 twins?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Peaceful Lake Home with 3 bed/3 bath+ 2 bonus bedrooms with 2 kings or 4 twins?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Peaceful Lake Home with 3 bed/3 bath+ 2 bonus bedrooms with 2 kings or 4 twins located?
Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Wildwood Wildlife Park and Nature Center and within 3 mi (5 km) of Lakeland Area Dog Park and Dr. Kate Museum. Island City Antique Market and Minocqua Park Complex are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Peaceful Lake Home with 3 bed/3 bath+ 2 bonus bedrooms with 2 kings or 4 twins Reviews
Reviews
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Great fishing, spacious and well furnished house, pontoon boat available along with fire pit and jacuzzi. Watch out for mosquitoes. Great memories made on lake in our week long stay!
Our extended family had a wonderful time here. The location is ideal as it is private and feels isolated yet all the Minoqua amenities are within minutes.
The lake is quiet, clean and great for boating, swimming, and fishing. The shoreline at the house is flat and sandy for swimming.
The house itself both inside and out has all the amenities and space we needed with our multiple families. The owner is amazing to work with and we plan to return soon!
We had a family group of 6 adults and 3 children under 10 and our dog. We rented the pontoon and had a great time fishing off it and just riding around the lake! We also fished off the pier and caught a lot there too. There is nearly everything you will need to cook a nice meal. From pots and pans to baking dishes and a crock pot. There are plenty of knives for chopping vegetables or cutting up your steak. The basement area has a room with a split king bed and a queen bed. There is also an area downstairs that has 4 twins! We spent more time upstairs-primarily because the lower level is very humid. The water does have an iron smell to it, but that is not unusual for the north woods area. There is an air conditioning unit in the family room upstairs that helps keep the kitchen and living room cooler. Carolyn was a great host and met us there when we arrived to give us a tour of the home and to show us where everything was. The hot tub was a hit with everyone! We had a rainy day to take a trip to the Children’s Museum in Eagle River. We went to the farmers market in Rhinelander and also stopped at Beesy’s meat market for some wonderful chicken, pork chops and steak. There was a grocery store Golden Market that had great organic foods. Everyone had a great time there!foods. everyone loved it!
Wonderful property with plenty of space for our whole family. We loved the peaceful location at the end of the road. The dock and lake area were absolutely perfect for relaxing and enjoying the water
Our family had a great time. fishing was great, we were able to get enough for a friday fish fry. The location is great, easy access to town but still far enough away to feel remote. House has plenty of room for the whole family.
Upon arrival, Carolyn met us to give us a tour of her property. The information provided was very useful, and we really appreciated it! The house is private, but a 5 minute drive to the grocery store and downtown Minocqua. We had a wonderful week on the pontoon, and highly recommend this property!
We’ve been coming to Carolyn’s place for 3 years now. The sand beach is the best I’ve seen in many years. The house is always clean and she’s always very accommodating and quick to respond.
This is a great spot to relax and enjoy time with family and friends. The lake has minimal traffic providing excellent opportunities to go out with the pontoon boat and the paddle boat. We also brought along two kayaks which were a lot of fun. Great fishing off the dock. The well-stocked house easily accommodated our group of 9. The hot tub was a pleasant surprise, we used it often. Walmart is just around the corner for anything you might need. Carolyn and Bill are excellent hosts ... communication and tour when we arrived were second to none.
Gary C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
4/10 Poor
Peter B.
28 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
Bad Experience!
Bad experience! Was not aware when we reserved the cottage that a neighbor is only 50 feet away with a large dog. Our dogs wanted to visit his dog and vice versa, neighbor got nasty, cursed at my 81 year old husband in front of our grandchildren and threatened to call the sheriff. Cottage owner blamed us rather than understanding the situation, and put some extreme ‘rules’ in place. That was enough to ruin our family reunion. Walkway to the lake is hazardous with tree roots, my husband tripped and fell, 12 year old grandson tripped and cut himself, no lights at night making it even more hazardous. Major amenity (hot tub) that was in VRBO info when we reserved, and on current VRBO picture of the place, was not there, yet I was charged $45 for a tear in a screen. All in all, a week to forget!
Our group of seven adults, four children, and one dog enjoyed our week in Carolyn's lovely home. The sandy,shallow beach area was perfect for "kid fun" on our floating lily pad. Pontoon rides and rides on our Big Mabel towable were lots of fun, too. The kids enjoyed watching and catching lots of smaller fish from the dock and the pontoon Looking across the lake we felt like we were in the middle of nowhere----but a short two-minute drive found us at Walmart for buying whatever we forgot or ran out of. If you're planning to invite extra daytime guests or bring a dog, be sure to visit with Carolyn ahead of time.
This was our first time in Minocqua (we usually stay in Conover). This property is just minutes from everything we wanted to do and if you like pan-fish (which we do) this lake is perfect. The kids loved fishing off the dock and wading in the water to fish and swim.
beautiful small lake..enjoyed it very much..no boat traffic during the week..quiet and peaceful spot..lots of deer...close to everything...helps to rent Kayak's and wave runner to keep everyone busy.
Our family had a fabulous week at this wonderful house. There are many outside spaces where you can enjoy the beautiful setting. Kids loved swimming in the lake off the dock and from the beach. Adults kayaked, swam, fished, read, and eagle watched. The house was very clean and had everything and more that we needed. Carolyn is very friendly, responsive and accessible. Should we vacation in northern Wisconsin again, we will be reserving time here.
It was a wonderful home. Plenty of room for 13 people. Everything you need in the home. The swimming area was fun. It was still like northern woods for campfire. Peaceful lake it’s small so no traffic on lake. Great for small children. Carolyn was a great host answered all questions.
Very nice home and equipped with so many amenities and extras (lake floats, chairs, children's toys, etc.). Very comfortable beds. It is on a smaller lake, but quiet and relaxing. Just a short walk from house to sandy lake & dock, off of which many bass were caught!
Great property. The best out-fitted VRBO home we have ever rented, with extra linens, blankets, towels and plentiful kitchen equipment. The property is beautiful! and the location hard to beat for convenience. Carolyn was fantastic in accommodating our needs up to and during our stay. We especially loved the time she took to speak French with our daughter. The one regret we had, was that we could not stay longer.
House was equipped with everything we needed for our adult children and grandchildren. It was a great family getaway! Timon’s.Carolyn was so kind and giving. Very responsive to our questions
this house fits many people which is nice, the best thing about it was the use of the pontoon and the dock and beach! If you have a group that likes to be close to the town, and the beach-you are in luck. Carolyn is super nice and very helpful.
We really enjoyed our stay . Loved the loons on the lake and the eagles soaring overhead! The house was super clean upon arrival and Carolyn gave us a wonderful introduction to all the features and amenities. We had everything we needed and more. We cooked all of our meals and loved sitting at the table on the deck looking out at the water.
Second year returning renter for a reason. Location is ideal and the privacy of the lake and clean water sets it apart from the rest. To top it off, Carolyn is a great host. Already booked for next year!
Carolyn and Bill were terrific hosts! Carolyn was always very prompt responding to any questions. Check-in was reallly easy.
Home is beautiful, spacious, well maintained, and clean.
Location on lake is beautiful. Family enjoyed time boating, swimming, fishing, outdoor games, ...
Great week !!!!