You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Shalom Retreat.
Enjoy a stay in the cottage in the big woods! The lane leading to it winds a half mile back from the road. This place will be a highlight because of everything from the spacious yard surrounded with woods, kitchen fully stocked with dishes, open, cozy living room and cute bedrooms. It is a family friendly place including a Foosball table, board games and toys. Also has a picnic table and backyard fire pit (firewood included) or you can choose to grill your favorites on the covered back porch. This cottage is only 30 minutes from Granite Peak, Rib Mountain, Wausau, and Cedar Rapids. It’s in a friendly, small neighborhood. Ice Age trail access points are within a couple miles. Only 7 miles away from Birnamwood, which includes a gas station, Dollar General, and Chet and Emil's which has a restuarant and bowling. Chet and Emil's have made Birnamwood famous for their broasted chicken. Only a 12 minute drive from Norrie Lake and Mayflower Lake which provides boating, fishing and swimming options. The Plover River (a trout stocked river) winds thru the woods behind the house in the DNR land. Also including a spring fed pond. Or enjoy the Mountain Bay biking trail which is only 7 miles from Shalom Retreat. The Eau Claire Dells Park is only 6 miles away where you can hike, swim, and enjoy the outdoors. For a winter activity, visit Sylvan Hill in Wausau for some great family snow tubing! Also Granite Peak for snowboarding and skiing! For fun, local places to enjoy your time at, check out my guidebook at: https://abnb.me/hjdJ5cg2gsb
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Ski lift privileges
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Porch/lanai
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Designated smoking areas
Note from host: No smoking indoors
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Near a hospital
On a lake
On a river
Things to do
Ski lift privileges
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park 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
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pets must stay off furniture and carpet.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
No smoking indoors
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 first aid kit
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
Property is also known as
Shalom Vrbo
Shalom Retreat
Shalom Retreat. Cottage
Shalom Retreat. Birnamwood
Shalom Retreat. Cottage Birnamwood
About the area
Located in Birnamwood, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Clara R. McKenna Aquatic Center and Langlade County Fairgrounds are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Ol' Western Village and Cedar Creek Mall. Williams Park and Yellow Banks Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Birnamwood travel guide
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Shalom Retreat. ?
As of 21 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shalom Retreat. on 22 Mar 2026 start from AU$483, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Shalom Retreat. ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Shalom Retreat. ?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Shalom Retreat. ?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Shalom Retreat. located?
Situated on a river, this cottage is 7 mi (11.3 km) from Dells of the Eau Claire County Park and within 16 miles (25 km) of Ho-Chunk Gaming and Museum of the Wittenberg Area Historical Society. Maple Hills Golf Course and Langlade County Historical Society Museum are also within 20 miles (32 km).
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This property was great for a decent sized group. The only issue is that it is far from town, but the drive to Granite peak isn’t too bad. Overall, a great property!
This property is stocked with everything you need. It is cozy and spacious with lots of room for our family of five. Kids loved all the toys and games.
We spent one night here after attending the Birds in Art exhibit at the Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum in Wausau (great show!). We didn't arrive until well after dark, but it was relatively easy to find if you pay attention to the house signs. Easy to access, well stocked, comfortable beds, big kitchen table, coffee in the morning. Everything was great - we would definitely stay here again.
This home was even cuter in person than in the pictures! It was very easy to check in/check out and there was enough space for our family of 5. The kids liked having their own rooms and played with some of the board games. They also had fun exploring the woods. It was very close to the location where we went skiing, so it was an easy commute to and from.
We were in town to visit family and this was a great option for three generations to be under one roof! The yard provided lots of fun for badminton and watching wild life. Plenty of toys for our 11 month old! The house had great amenities and the linens were so soft! Location was great - close to the Eau Claire Dells and just a short drive to Wausau. The host was quick to respond and very kind. We'll definitely be staying here again on our next visit!
Extended family all joined together to celebrate birthdays, and just get away. We loved the big yard, picking fresh raspberries for our breakfast, the fire pit, excellent coffee bar, and more. Having the dog stay with us was- major bonus-as he was thrilled to have his “pack” all under one roof. The host was great at communication, and even let us stay a couple extra hours to get one more hike and fishing trip in. We appreciated the ample supplies (toilet paper, paper towels, etc).we would definitely stay here again!
We loved this property. We had 5 adults and 2 kids, 7 and 10 years old. One of the adults and the 2 kids hung out at the house while 4 of us hiked many miles of the Ice Age Trail. The kids joined us for a few miles at the Dells of the Eau Claire and then went back to the property to play and hang out. We had a fire in the fire ring, played croquet, and ladder golf. The house was immaculate. Highly recommended!
I get together with a group of old friends who all live far apart now every fall, and we've been staying here for the last few years. It's always clean, well maintained, and comfortable. It's the perfect spot for a quiet weekend.
This place is an easy 5 star! Everything comes as advertised and owner is very helpful! Great overnight stay that we would come back to if in the area!!
Nice quiet location very peaceful. Clean and had all your basics covered. Nice having laundry on site. WiFi was really good given the remote location. Overall nice little spot. Thanks.
Everything at the Shalom Retreat was as advertised or better! Communication with our host was terrific, and we would definitely stay here again if we needed a place in the area.
We're a group of friends that now live all over the state, and every fall we get together for a weekend to hang out and play board games. We've stayed here a couple of times, and it's been great whenever we have.
The property is private and beautiful. We loved all the soft blankets and the coffee bar. We found everything that we needed in the kitchen and enjoyed the back yard. The house was very clean and well-stocked. Thank you for providing everything that we needed and more! We will be back.