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Large lakeside home with private dock and firepit!

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A firepit, a garden and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at Large lakeside home with private dock and firepit!. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Large lakeside home with private dock and firepit!

  • Ballycreek has been completely remodeled and reimagined to offer 8 spacious bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and sleeping accommodation for up to 18 people! Guests are welcomed into the home through an expansive dining and kitchen area, perfectly appointed to entertain your family and friends. Enjoy evening cocktails around the dining room bar with a wine and beer fridge for your favourite spirits and libations.
    There are three different living areas to ensure your guests have the space to stretch out and unwind! A gas fireplace is in the main living room with a large tv and comfortable seating for late night films after a sun-filled day on the lake. The lower-level family room is also a great space to cool off after a long day; challenge your friends to a game of pool or use the downstairs walkout door to race back down to the lake!
    Like the rest of the property, every aspect of the kitchen is brand new and perfectly appointed for a carefree lake holiday. With new counters and cabinets and all the items you need to entertain and dine in, there is almost no reason to leave the house after you arrive! A large lakefacing patio features plenty of seating for picnics and a charcoal grill for classic cookouts under the stars!
    Walk down to the lake front to the brand-new dock, with seating and a platform that’s perfect for fishing right off the pier! A lakeside firepit completes the shoreline, late night s’mores will be even more memorable with the lake just beyond the flames. Kayaks and life jackets have been provided to help you get right out on the water – paddling the lake is the best way to see eagles soaring above.
    Ballycreek is located just minutes from city centre Minocqua and walking distance from some of the best new restaurants in the area! Walk right up the street to Bad Bones BBQ, Monical’s Pizza or Norhfork Fin & Filet for a great variety of menus and options. Take a 6 minute ride into town to explore boutique style shopping and iconic Northwoods staples like Minocqua Popcorn and Gaslight Square.
    The Northwoods is the perfect destination in any season, come explore our winter wonderland, Ballycreek has direct access to the counties 500+ miles of groomed snowmobile trails. quad bike and bike trails are just minutes from your doorstep, offering even more ways to enjoy the idyllic Northwoods surroundings.

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About the area

Located in Woodruff, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. St. Germain Golf 9 Hole and Saint Germain Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Rock Falls Riding Stable LLC and Campanile Center for the Arts. Holiday Acres and George W. Brown Jr. Ojibwe Museum and Cultural Center are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating. Visit our Woodruff travel guide
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Arbor Vitae, WI

What's nearby

  • Brandy Lake
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Arrowhead Lake
    18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Towanda Lake
    1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Rock Falls Riding Stable LLC
    2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Lake of the Torches Casino
    19 min drive - 27.5 km

Getting around

  • Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County)
    33 min drive

Restaurants

  • KWIK TRIP #588
    4 min walk
  • McDonald's
    4 min drive
  • Starbucks
    4 min drive
  • The Bottled Bean
    8 min drive
  • Popeye's
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Large lakeside home with private dock and firepit! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Large lakeside home with private dock and firepit!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Large lakeside home with private dock and firepit!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Large lakeside home with private dock and firepit!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Large lakeside home with private dock and firepit! located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Brandy Lake and Rock Falls Riding Stable LLC. Johnson Lake and Island City Antique Market are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

Large lakeside home with private dock and firepit! Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was well maintained. Nice view of the water. Kitchen nice size. Lots of room for hanging out. Nice outdoor seating for a large group. Easy to access many restaurants and local areas.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house for large groups. The owners are so accommodating and relaxed about everything. It’s been 3 years in a row and we’ll be back again next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Lovely place, great location. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The place was very clean and spacious. Able to accommodate 12 adults comfortably. The bedrooms are all in the back of the place which is nice for quiet for those sleeping. My only issue with the place is that it is literally off of hwy 51 and the traffic noise if VERY loud. If I had known that I may have reconsidered staying here as I was looking for something quiet. If that is not an issue then this is a very nice place for a large group. Being that it is literally off of Hwy 51 it is close to everything you need - stores, grocery , gas etc. The lake is fine, nice to have kayaks to use but lake is not very swim friendly unless you go in the middle due to all the weeds. These are not complaints more as FYI…to make a fully informed decision. Host are very easy to work with and prompt to respond to questions
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

There was plenty of room for our large extended family and the lake had excellent fishing
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our group had a wonderful stay at this lakeside home. We brought a pontoon and boat along with us, which we didn't use on Little Muskie because it is so small, but there is a very nice lake just minutes away (Big Arbor Vitae) that was perfect for boating and tubing, and was pretty quiet the days we were there. If you have kids who love to fish, though, this is the perfect place. Our grandsons, 8 and 5, had a great time pulling in little fish almost as fast as they could drop their lines and was the absolute highlight of their stay. The home is spacious and allowed for our party of 15 to spread out as needed. There is a door that can be closed between the main area and the sleeping quarters, which was great for when the littles were napping. The bedrooms got a little warm at night with the doors closed, even with the AC running, so bringing a little fan if you're a hot sleeper would be helpful. The kitchen is very spacious and well stocked with the essentials. The one thing we didn't appreciate so much was the amount of traffic noise from the adjacent highway, so if you're looking for peace and quiet this isn't the place for you, but the trade off for us was finding this beautiful home with enough space to accommodate our large group. Overall a great place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls trip

Excellent space for a group to spread out. Bedroom area is very cute and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent floor lay out, kitchen was well stocked, property is beautiful.

Sleeping arrangements are perfect for a quiet stay with living areas on the opposite side of the house. Amenities are beautiful, our guests did kayaking, fished from the pier and we had a campfire each night. Great location for a large group and close to shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Annual Cross Country Ski Trip

We loved this house because it allowed us to spread out and enjoy the entire space. Heating system worked well too which was important due to extremely cold temps during our stay. Everything was properly clean and the large parking lot was appreciated as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Time on the lake

Great location. In addition to immediate access to the lake behind the home, the location is within about 10 minutes of everything we wanted to do in Minocqua. We would stay here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Plenty of room for a group. Beautiful view of the lake. Stairs and path to pier and kayaks. Slow to fix a leak, understand that it was 4th of July. Also not a fan of 8am checkout. Very unique property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is perfect for a large family to comfortably enjoy the living quarters. The 8 bedrooms are at one end of the building allowing “the littles” to go to sleep earlier than the adults with no need to worry about making too much noise to disturb their slumber. Both the main level and lower level have a family room with a tv and the lower level has a pool table. A wine/beer cooler in the bar area, in addition to the fridge, came in handy. The lake isn’t crowded with fellow boaters so we boated, tubed, and fished at our leisure. The dock was nice and the children could walk right into the lake from shore. It obviously isn’t a sandy beach but nice with water shoes. The creek that is on the property adds an element of enjoyment for the children. We spotted turtles, otters, ducks, and eagles. The property is on a busy highway but that isn’t a danger for the children as the very large parking lot and landscaping offer a large buffer from the highway and all activities (outdoor patio, two campfire areas, creek and lake are in the backyard.) The staff that answers the 800 # number when you call are very kind and the maintenance man was prompt and knowledgeable (we had one bed that needed repair to its mattress support boards) upon arrival. Issue was fixed that day and overall the beds and pillows were comfortable. Our only complaint was inadequate supply of: toilet paper, hand soap, dishwasher pods, garbage bags and paper towels - plans to bring some or shop for supplies.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The home was exceptionally clean, and we all felt comfortable from our very first night. It is beautiful, well-maintained, and very functional for a large group. The bedrooms are thoughtfully located away from the main living area, which allowed those who wanted to sleep to do so without being disturbed by activity in the common spaces.However, we felt the location and lake access were not accurately represented in the listing. The home is quite close to the highway, so we had to be especially careful with our young children. Traffic noise, including cars and motorcycles, was noticeable throughout the day and even during our evening bonfires.We were also disappointed to discover prior to our arrival, that the lake does not have a public boat launch, which was not disclosed in the description. As a family that enjoys fishing, this was a significant drawback.Overall, we enjoyed our stay and appreciated the cleanliness, comfort, and layout of the home, but we believe the listing should provide a clearer description of the location and lake access so future guests know what to expect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, easy access to the lake, and plenty of rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very nice house for a big group
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very good communication with Hiller regarding early check in and getting an extra hour for our check out. House was clean and well stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very welcoming space. Only suggestion to improve would be to have wine glasses added in the kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for our retreat.

The rooms were all in one area, which made it easy to keep all the students together. There was an ample number of parking spots and a black top for us to use for activities. There was a time when someone drove up to the lodge and got out during one of our activities, and we didn't know who it was. We assumed they owned the property because they were able to access the shed. This was a perfect place for our gathering.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025