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Build a fire, listen to trees/stream - Owner in the lodging industry for 30 yrs

Build a fire, listen to trees/stream - Owner in the lodging industry for 30 yrs

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The living room is gorgeous with a fieldstone fireplace and view of the river.
RLauren bed frame - overlooks river.
Made in 2014 from reclaimed lumber, locally.
Claw foot tub
Replica of an 1930's stove.  Gas burners/electric oven.

Overview of Build a fire, listen to trees/stream - Owner in the lodging industry for 30 yrs

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8177 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Check out the area

Mason, WI
  • Popular LocationNorthern Great Lakes Visitor Center28 min drive
  • AirportAshland, WI (ASX-John F. Kennedy Memorial)38 min drive
  • Popular LocationUpper Eau Claire Lake39 min drive
  • Popular LocationLake Namakagon49 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Build a fire, listen to trees/stream - Owner in the lodging industry for 30 yrs

Historic log cabin on 60 acres in the heart of Chequamegon National Forest. Pet Friendly.

Build a fire in the fieldstone fireplace - living room - picture window overlooking the forest and White River.
Build a fire in the woodstove on the 3-season screened porch. There are huge windows overlooking the forest and spring.
Build a fire in the campfire pit outside.

A spring flows by the cabin, emptying into a small pond, which overflows into the White River. The sound of wind rustling through the trees and the sound of water flowing by is constant and one of reasons White River Retreat is special.

The main body of the log cabin was built in the 1930s by craftsmen who understood the beauty as well as the functionality of log cabins. A large porch (20x30) and a second story was added to the cabin in 2010.

Floor 1: 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, kitchen, living room with a fieldstone fireplace and 3-season porch. Woodstove on porch and working fireplace in the living room. I provide the firewood.

Floor 2: 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths - well appointed with travertine tile, clawfoot tub, tile shower, reclaimed wood vanities, large bedrooms with views.

Bed configuration: 2 queen, 1 full, 2 twin. I provide the bed linens.

Kitchen: stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, pots/pans/dishes.

Basement - storage

I have co-owned/operated a lodge with multiple cabins near White River Retreat, for over 25 years. I understand what people are looking for in a vacation rental. I do my best to guide you toward this rental option if I feel that it matches your needs. I also steer you away from the cabin rental if it seems that this is not a good match for your needs. I want people to be happy here and leave feeling renewed by the experience.

The vacations that stay with you throughout the year are ones that allow you to recharge your energy and allow you to view your life's blessings and obstacles from a different perspective.

Property manager

Marilyn Einspanier
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Please limit smoking inside to the screened porch.
Wash and put away dishes. Take garbage outside and place in the garbage can with a lid.

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Mason

Located in Mason, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Cable Natural History Museum is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Chequamegon National Forest and Upper Eau Claire Lake. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Chequamegon National Forest - 1 min walk
  • Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center - 28 min drive
  • Upper Eau Claire Lake - 39 min drive
  • Lake Namakagon - 49 min drive
  • American Birkebeiner Trail - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pine Point Lodge - 12 min drive
  • Delta Diner - 4 min drive
  • Millar's Bar - 12 min drive
  • Frosty's Out Post - 9 min drive
  • Taste Budz Coffee House & Deli - 4 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Luke P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Cabin
Booked this for a weekend trip with some friends, very comfortably slept 6, could sleep even more! Cabin was huge, very well made and maintained, and was warm even with snow falling all around us. The trails were a great walk through the forest. We would definitely come back next time, imagine it would be a very comfortable stay even in the middle of winter.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

William T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Weekend Getaway
Marilyn was a gracious host! The cabin is perfect for a weekend or more to unplug and relax. Amenities in the cabin were perfect and the creek and river around the property add an extra touch of relaxation. Will certainly keep this place in mind for a returning trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelli A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Retreat
This was my 3rd stay at this little slice of heaven. It's the perfect place to unplug and unwind (although you can plug in with excellent wifi). Plenty of comfortable chairs to curl up with a good book while you enjoy the large fire place. The beds are comfortable and plenty of linens and towels are provided. The kitchen is simple, but you have everything you need for all your cooking needs. The property is tucked in a beautiful pine forest with a lovely little river that provides the perfect ambiance. Marilyn is great to work with and makes you feel welcomed and taken care of. Highly recommend this gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin
Great place, clean and very relaxing sitting listening to fire
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Cabin
Beautiful and authentic cabin. Very cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Marilyn Einspanier

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I live 2 miles from White River Retreat, at a resort which I co-own/operate with my former spouse. My two sons, aged 19 and 15, are a joy to watch grow into young men. Four newfoundland mixed breed dogs are a part of my life.

The vacations that stay with you throughout the year are ones that allow you to recharge your energy and allow you to view your life's blessings and obstacles from a different perspective.

Why they chose this property

As I live locally, I have known about this cabin, with the spring flowing through the grounds and the White River flowing by the cabin, for years. I fell in love with it when I saw it for the first time, visiting friends who owned it. Recently it became available for sale and I chose to take it on as my responsibility, believing that others would find it as beautiful and want to rent it. I own/operate a lodge/cabin rental business located 2 miles away. Owning/renting White River Retreat has been second nature for me, given my background.

What makes this property unique

* Log Cabin
* Sound of water flowing is musical and constant
* Large screened porch from which you can make a fire in the woodstove and watch the forest's pines swirling in the wind as you listen to the birds and the water flowing from the spring/stream
* Large fieldstone fireplace in the living room is a great place for a group to gather and talk
* full kitchen with a replica stove of the era in which the cabin was built
* 2.5 baths
* Near many attractions, including the Delta Diner (1 mile)
* Near the Apostle Islands, fishing villages on Lake Superior and Bayfield, WI

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