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Lakefront vacation home with 300 ft. of private, South West facing, shoreline.

Lakefront vacation home with 300 ft. of private, South West facing, shoreline.

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Living area
Private kitchen
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Interior

Overview of Lakefront vacation home with 300 ft. of private, South West facing, shoreline.

Reviews
8.8 out of 10 Excellent
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12334 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

Map
Mercer, WI
  • Popular LocationGrand Portage Lake3 min drive
  • Popular LocationMercer Depot Museum6 min drive
  • Popular LocationLake of the Falls15 min drive
  • AirportRhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County)67 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 on top floor

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Lakefront vacation home with 300 ft. of private, South West facing, shoreline.

Note: - Please download and read the rental contract before booking any dates. The rental contract can be found on the same page as you pay for the rental which is one of the last pages in the booking process. We won't approve any booking until we know that you downloaded and signed the contract. even if you booked and paid for it.

Note: Here are some of the most important rules listed in the contract, but not all of them so Please download and read it before you book it.

- Smoking is not allowed anywhere on the property meaning you can't smoke
inside or outside at this vacation home. Violators may be asked to leave.
- No heavy drinking. No parties. Violators may be asked to leave.
- No inviting other people other than what we approved on the contract or in
writing. ( We do approve small groups of visitors but we will need to
approve of them in writing before they arrive and small groups are 1-4
people)
- Maximum occupancy is 12 total people there at any one time.
- No pets
- No radio's or music outside other than using ear buds or head phone sets.
(this is to prevent problems with neighbors and Mercer Township)
- Majority of the group must be over the age of 35 unless it is family(s) or
parents/son/daughter type combinations. Person signing contract must be
over the age of 35 unless we approve them ahead of time.
- See other rules we have listed in the contract before booking.
- For summer rentals: Saturday to Saturday rentals only from mid June - late
August unless the owner approves a different stay in an email. Outside those
dates we accept 3+ night stays with any combination of weekdays or
weekends.
Description:
Big Bear Family Cabins L.L.C. is on a private lake meaning there is no public access, which keeps it much more peaceful and quite. The lake has about 50-70 acres of water depending on who is rating acreage and what depths they count, and neighbors have verbally agreed to not use gas outboards, so it stays quite and peaceful. We also require catch and release fishing for Musky but you can keep other species if they are of legal size and season, and you have a WI fishing license. The lake is a public lake without a public access point.

Our deck looks over approximately 300' of Southwest facing shoreline without having to look at neighbors , other than houses across the lake. We have a pier and several fishing boats with electric motors, canoes, and a paddle boat that are free to use.

The living room has a cathedral ceiling with windows facing the lake. There is a 22' tall stone fireplace from the floor to the ceiling. The Dining room and Master bedroom also face the lake. There is a large deck overlooking the lake and the only neighbors that can be seen from the deck are across the lake.

The lake has good Musky, Bass, and Northern Pike fishing, along with endless bluegills for kids can catch right from the pier.
In addition to the living room mentioned there is a rec room with TV, pool table, air hockey, a basketball game and lots of other games for kids on rainy days.
Almost the entire house interior is cedar or pine and the atmosphere is very lodge-like and while it is not a log cabin it is almost all wood inside and out. .
The end of our driveway directly connects to a branch of the snowmobile and ATV trail. We don't get much traffic here but it is nice to have direct trail access. Guests can walk to a small restaurant about 1/4 mile away,. It is usually open 3-4 days a week.
We have a rental contract that you will need to sign and return before a rental can take place. We need to make sure your group is of legal age and will not violate local ordinances which limit the amount of noise and the number of people that can be at a rental property.
We have a Smart TV, 4K, with access to the internet so you can bring your Netflix account number or similar streaming passwords to use there. We do not have satellite TV Most shows are now available online through Netflix, YouTube Amazon etc. We do not pay for these options but you can use your account from home on any Smart TV. There are a few channels we get through the air with a TV antenna.

Property manager

Alex Elkins

Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 32
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No parties 12 people max No smoking anywhere on property Min. age: 35 ( some exceptions). Call owner within 5 days of booking. No Pets,

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Mercer

Located in Mercer, this holiday home is on the beach. Mercer Depot Museum and Iron County Historical Society Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Waswagoning Indian Village and Old Depot Park Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Mercer, WI

What's nearby

  • Grand Portage Lake - 3 min drive
  • Mercer Depot Museum - 6 min drive
  • Lake of the Falls - 15 min drive
  • Turtle Flambeau Flowage - 20 min drive
  • Lake of the Torches Casino - 33 min drive

Getting around

  • Ironwood, MI (IWD-Gogebic County) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • Around The Corner Pub - 6 min drive
  • The Pines Restaurant - 6 min drive
  • Wolf's Den - 8 min drive
  • Lazy Ace Saloon - 11 min drive
  • Liberty Way Tap House - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront vacation home with 300 ft. of private, South West facing, shoreline. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront vacation home with 300 ft. of private, South West facing, shoreline.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront vacation home with 300 ft. of private, South West facing, shoreline.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront vacation home with 300 ft. of private, South West facing, shoreline. located?

This family-friendly Mercer holiday home is located on the beach, within 3 mi (5 km) of Grand Portage Lake and Carow Park. Turtle-Flambeau Scenic Waters Area and Lake of the Falls are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sowmobiling
Alex is great to work with and quick to respond. Logistics and check-in / out went smoothly—great Cabin in the Northwoods on the snowmobile trail. There is plenty of room for our machines and trailers, and it is close to town. We will go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jody S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Up nort retreat
Place was great,plenty of room to roam
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian T., Commerce Township, MI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Memorial Day Wknd
Wonderful property on fabulous Little Martha Lake. A true northwoods experience. Jean and Alex are clearly passionate about their property -- and it shows. My three teenagers and I had a wonderful Memorial Day wknd stay at Big Bear Family Cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020

8/10 Good

John M.

Property was exactly as advertised
A perfect Northwoods setting. The game room was a nice addition. The location is close to many of our favorite winter activities. Our family of 8 had more than enough beds and bedrooms which allowed for privacy while being all together under one roof. Perfect for a large group of people.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Joel D.

Good location and lots of room.
A group of 11 stayed for our annual snowmobiling trip. The house had plenty of room and is located right next to the trail. Nice little bar and grill next door as well. The cabin was well suited for our trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

About the host

Hosted by Alex Elkins

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We own two lake front vacation rental properties in the area and have been renting out houses to people since 2001.

Why they chose this property

This property has a real north woods or up north feeling to it. It has much more privacy than most lakefront properties and with 6 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms it can handle up to 12 guests without anyone sleeping on couches, or waiting in line for a bathroom. The setting and view of the lake are truly beautiful.
We do not allow people to sleep on couches, so please do not book it if you have more than 12 people including all kids.

What makes this property unique

Massive stone fireplace in a room with a 22' tall cathedral ceiling. Also a large rec room for rainy days. Directly on the ATV and snowmobile trail. Walking distance to the Beaver Lodge a small restaurant where you can order a pizza or eat dinner.
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