Cozy modern cottage. Lovely grounds. Private dock. Lake Shishebogama!

Minocqua, Wisconsin
$278 avg/night
Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 1

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 3

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

This is the one and only guest cottage on our property, which we adore but are rarely able to visit. As such, it gives you access to a very private dock, a comfortably furnished screened gazebo, three kayaks, a lakeside fire pit, a smart TV and other toys we're happy to share.

Built in the '90s, the cottage is bright, cozy and modern. It's an open layout, with no interior walls except around the spacious bathroom. You'll have access to WI-FI, Roku, a gas fireplace, a microwave, a patio with outdoor seating, and all the normal amenities.

But by far the biggest selling point is the generous stretch of lakefront (166 ft.) you'll find here for your private enjoyment. Just sitting in one of the comfy chairs on the dock and watching the eagles, herons, loons, otters, ducks and other wildlife go by... It's hard to put into words how glorious this little corner of the world can be. The level frontage and sandy shoreline afford easy lakefront access to anyone who might have trouble with more than a step or two.

Our favorite spot is the screened gazebo we added in 2021, which provides a shady spot to read or snooze during the day and a bug-free outdoor space at night.

If boating is part of your plan, the dock can easily handle your fishing or pontoon boat. With 1,100 acres of water, the Shishebogama/Gunlock lake chain is great for fishing, cocktail-cruising, sailing and kayaking. (We like to kayak from our place to the Black Bear Bar.)

While the cottage is only about a third of a mile north of HWY 70 (and 6.5 miles west of downtown Minocqua), there is very little drive-by traffic on this horseshoe drive. It's a residential neighborhood with no other rental units that we know of. We have year-round residents living on both sides of us. So this is most definitely NOT a party place. It's important to us that our guests act like good neighbors and respect the rights of others.

PLEASE NOTE: The minimum stay during 2025 peak season (June 13 to September 5) is seven nights, usually running Friday to Friday. Before and after those dates, there is a three-night minimum stay.

If all this sounds appealing, we would love to have you stay at the Loon's Nest. We predict that if you do, you'll come back again and again.

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  • Feature Features
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  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    1 Bedroom Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 625 Sq Ft (58 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Near Laundromat
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking Wheelchair-accessible Parking Available
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Shower Soap Toilet Paper
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English French Spanish
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Kayak On Site Marina Nearby Sailing Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Sports Equipment Water Tubing Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Hospital Near A Zoo On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevator (single Level Property) Smoke-free Property Smooth Flooring In Public Areas Stair-free Path To Entrance Thin Carpet In Public Areas Wheelchair-accessible Parking Wheelchair-accessible Path Of Travel

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 3

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Andrew V.

    Submitted Oct 6, 2025

    Stayed Sep 29, 2025

    Everything was as expected. Very simple but effective accommodations.Grounds are very well maintained and the location was convenient.

  • Brenda P.

    Submitted Sep 24, 2025

    Stayed Sep 19, 2025

    We were able to bring our dog with us, which was nice. It was a charming cabin but was musty smelling and everything we had absorbed that smell

  • Darryl N.

    Submitted Sep 14, 2025

    Stayed Sep 11, 2025

    Beautiful scenery and quiet. Everything listed was there. Dog loved the yard and lake.

  • mike f.

    Submitted Aug 18, 2025

    Stayed Aug 9, 2025

    clean, everything needed to cook anything was provided,

  • Margy K.

    Submitted Aug 10, 2025

    Stayed Aug 2, 2025

    We loved the gazebo!! We were a little disappointed that the lake wasn’t good for swimming and floating…too many weeds and muck, but the chairs on the dock and the view was wonderful. Kitchen utensils could be better. We did enjoy our stay! Very peaceful and cozy!!

  • Jason S.

    Submitted Jun 24, 2025

    Stayed Jun 8, 2025

    We had a wonderful time at this cabin. The lake was very quiet and exactly what we were looking for. The common loon and eagle sightings were definitely a treat.

  • Brad M.

    Submitted Jun 12, 2025

    Stayed May 28, 2025

    Very clean cottage, perfect for our getaway. Loved the fireplace in the evenings.

  • Larry K.

    Submitted Jun 10, 2025

    Stayed Jun 2, 2025

    Very nice for a quiet getaway. Enjoyed fishing and relaxing in the gazebo.

  • Eric K.

    Submitted May 25, 2025

    Stayed May 21, 2025

    This place is AMAZING!! As advertised and more!!! The cabin itself is cozy, comfy and clean with all the amenities two people and their crazy Corgi could need. Pics of the lake view thru the trees don’t do it justice. The fire pit near the lake was a great place to cook a steak dinner and s’mores while watching the eagles fish and the sunset. The supplied fire wood, kayaks, yard games, zero gravity chairs and tables was gracious and so appreciated. The dock is a perfect spot to park a boat. As if paid actors, the loons were at the dock to great us when we arrived and came back on our last night to say goodbye. A truly magical spot to relax and decompress. We WILL be back!

  • Brian D.

    Submitted Oct 15, 2024

    Stayed Oct 9, 2024

    Great stay, enjoyed the cozy cottage, fall leaves, fishing the lake. It was very relaxing and enjoyable.

  • Stacy L.

    Submitted Oct 7, 2024

    Stayed Sep 21, 2024

    This simple cottage was perfect for my needs of a little getaway. The kitchen had all I needed, the bed and pillows were comfy, and the lake was lovely. I particularly enjoyed sitting on the Adirondack chairs at the end of the dock.

  • Michelle R.

    Submitted Oct 1, 2024

    Stayed Sep 27, 2024

    Cabin was perfect for the two of us. Was clean ans stocked nicely. Was super quiet and peaceful. Almost too quiet at night. Beautiful lake view, sat at the pier every morning and night. Fishing off the pier was great! Would stay again. Caught a fish on EVERY cast!

  • Kathy I.

    Submitted Sep 29, 2024

    Stayed Sep 16, 2024

    This was a perfect little cottage/guest house on the lake. Excellent communication with owner and staff with our questions. Close to town, in a quiet, neighborhood. We brought our fishing boat and was able to use the private dock. Definitely would stay again!

  • Dirk W.

    Submitted Sep 17, 2024

    Stayed Sep 13, 2024

    We had a very nice time nestled in the cabin. Fishing off the pier was really good - mostly panfish but that was good with us. Easy to find and close to main roads. Very quiet and relaxing.

  • Paul W.

    Submitted Sep 15, 2024

    Stayed Sep 3, 2024

    Still a 10/10!

  • chad S.

    Submitted Sep 3, 2024

    Stayed Aug 30, 2024

    Great location that is close to hiking trails and then the dogs loved the lake.

  • Charles S.

    Submitted Aug 13, 2024

    Stayed Aug 2, 2024

    Fine

  • Ellen R.

    Submitted Aug 8, 2024

    Stayed Jul 26, 2024

    The property was wonderful. The weather was spectacular. We were looking for a quiet place to decompress with our two dogs, and we found it! It was such a peaceful week. The owner was incredibly responsive while we were planning. The Loon’s Nest had everything we needed and there was plenty of room. The absolute best part was the screened-in gazebo. Comfortable furniture, ample room and bug free! Book this place now for next summer!

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$315+
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