Vacation Rental Description
Overlooking the 1200 acre Star Lake and the Highland
State Forest sits a unique and beautiful log home, the Star Lake Retreat, in Star Lake, Wisconsin.
Located in northern Wisconsin’s Vilas County just south of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, it’s 10 miles northwest of Eagle River.
The property is almost entirely surrounded by state land with an abundance of breath-taking natural beauty. There are numerous trails for hiking in the spring,
summer and fall and for cross-country skiing in the
winter.
A great North Woods experience, the pet
friendly Star Lake Retreat was constructed in 1995 of
250 year old hemlock pines felled by a tornado.
Situated on a ridge, this log home has a fieldstone base and stone
terraced lawns. It’s truly a work of art.
The three bedroom,year round vacation rental property has three levels with
large windows facing the lake and woods, a balcony off
the master bedroom.
Beneath the balcony is a large picnic area overlooking Star Lake, with an octagonal cedar picnic table, charcoal grill and large fire pit for campfires.
The home has Norwegian touches with stenciled pine floors, a huge stone fireplace and glider rockers to relax in as you enjoy views of the lake.
A nearby sandy beach and boat launch provides access for guests to enjoy the pristine and peaceful lake.
Nestled on two acres of private land in northern Wisconsin and surrounded by miles of state forest, this year-around home was built with care using Scandinavian scribed logs and 150 tons of fieldstone. It offers a quiet, natural setting for your vacation or retreat with all the modern comforts. There’s no need to leave your pet at home as the accommodations are pet friendly.
Living Room - Enjoy the fieldstone fireplace, black slate and wood floors with stencil painted designs, hand-crafted 250 year old logs and cedar doors with leaded glass. Picture windows provide beautiful views of the lake and forest. Patio area has an octagonal picnic table, Weber grill, lawn chairs and fire pit for your campfire.
Kitchen/Dining Area - Island cooking area in center with ample counter space and four stools. Jenn-Air grill, gas range and oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, glassware,silverware, cooking and serving utensils, dishes, pots and pans, toaster and coffee-maker are all provided. Enjoy your meals in the spacious dining area surrounded by three picture windows overlooking the lake and woods
Bedrooms - the master bedroom with a king-size bed and a porch with outdoor furniture so you can enjoy the northern Wisconsin starry nights. There are two other bedrooms, one with two twin beds, the other with a double bed and one single bed. Bedrooms sleep a total of seven. Sheets, blankets and spreads are provided for all beds. Sleeper sofa on main level provides bed for two. Lower level has plenty of carpeted floorspace for camp style beds.
Bathrooms - There is one on the main floor off the foyer. On the second floor, the main bathroom has two sinks, tub and shower with heat lamp, ample drawers and storage space.
Lower Level – A large open area on the lower level is ideal as an extra living area, children's play area, a storage place for skis and outdoor equipment, or a place for the kids to ‘campout’. This space can also be used as a workshop or conference space.
Facilities
Cable Satellite
Cleaning Service
Cooking Utensils
Dishwasher
Dryer
DVD
Heating
Kitchen
Linen Service
Microwave
Open Fire
Amenity Parking
Refrigerator
Sterio
TV
Washer
Amenities
Cooking Island With Built In Jen-Air Grill / Built in modern
Electric Range / Built in Modern Large Double Refrigerator / New
Dishwasher / Stereo CD IPOD DOCK system /CD collection / 32 in flat screen TV with 60 channel SAT,DVD,VCR family area/ 26 in tv with DVD VHS lower level / DVD & VHS Library / Patio With Lake View, Firepit, Weber Grill And Octagonal Cedar Picnic Table / Big Rock Fireplace In Family Area / Firewood Supplied /Huge Sandbox / Swing Under Large Spreading Oak / Pets Allowed With Arrangement / Dog Kennel / New Washer and Dryer / Shower-Tub main bathroom / Shower lower level
Internet access available
Activities
Beach
Biking
Boating
Playground
Cinema
Fishing
Golf
Gym
Horse Riding
Kayaking
Mountain Biking
Night Clubs
Restaurant
Sailing
Shopping
Rafting
Skiing
Snow Boarding
Theater
Water Skiing
Water Sports
Water Access
Paved DNR boat launching facility
A pier on the bay below is available for rental through the Star Lake General Store which also handle canoes
, kyack, boat w/ motor and pontoon rentals
Nearby sandy, shallow, flat bottom beach for swimming
For those who like to fish from shore, theres a large fishing pier adjacent to the nearby beach
Summer and Winter Fun!
Fishing, swimming beaches, boating, sailing, canoeing, water and snow tubing, biking and hundreds of miles of hiking, biking and cross-country ski trails are all within easy reach. Downhill skiing in Michigan is about one hour away.
There is shopping and dining to experience nearby. For those that enjoy golfing, the area boosts several courses. If gambling is more your pace, take a chance at nearby Lac Du Flambeau casino or some of Upper Peninsula Michigan’s casinos.
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