Sunset Bay Lodge.

La Pointe, Wisconsin
$1470 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 5

Bed

Bath 4

Bath

Home Lodge

Property Type

Sleep 24

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Welcome to one of Madeline Island’s newer and unique properties great for medium to large groups (sleeps up to 24 in beds).

This property sits on over 5 acres with 300 feet of waterfront. It faces western sunsets and is surrounded by beautiful forest. There are two buildings: a lodge and a guest cabin. Bud’s Oasis (a fun local bar) is located at the entrance of the driveway. The property is within walking, biking or running distance to La Pointe where there are restaurants, bars, shops, a library, a public sand beach, the ferry docks and a golf course. People can purchase a daily or weekly pool and hot tub pass from the Inn on Madeline Island (which is located next to the marina).

Please note: we charge $15 per person per night over a total of 6 people. We also charge a $325 non refundable cleaning fee and a $500 garbage/recycling removal fee if garbage is not disposed of by tenants (the raccoons are a big problem). There is a garbage and recycling collection facility on the island (http://townoflapointewi.gov/cms/files/recycling_guide.pdf).

Main Building:
The main lodge was finished in 2014. It is a light filled, lofty open space with a pine ceiling and cedar trim. It boasts a gourmet kitchen with a Décor stove, commercial sized fridge/freezer and two dining areas. Twelve-foot tall windows allowing for incredible views of the trees and lake surround the sunken living room area. In the same room: games and books line the shelves and a play area for children is great for keeping an eye on the little ones. A large loft is complete with a ping pong/air hockey table and comfortable seating for TV viewing. The TV also has Blue Ray, a DVD player. The loft has a queen sized futon.

There are three bedrooms plus a sleeping area in the loft. Two are master bedrooms each with a king sized bed. One has a pull out love seat (full sized) and the other has a queen/double bunk bed. The third bedroom has a queen – this bedroom is another upstairs area - with a twin bed. The TV loft has a queen futon. There are two full bathrooms and one half bath. One of the bathrooms has a tub; both have showers.

Two west-facing decks face the lake; both of them are off the master bedrooms. One is large and covered while the other is smaller and more intimate. There is a combination charcoal and gas grill outside the front door.

Guest Cabin:
The guest cabin was finished in 2002. The guest cabin is a cozy, two-level and timber-framed house with a sauna. It has a kitchenette with a Wolf stove, a small refrigerator and convection oven. There is a TV with Blue Ray, a DVD player. A deck off the upstairs living/kitchen area faces the lake. There are two bedrooms. One with a queen size bed and twin bunks and the other with a double bed bunk bed with a single trundle bed pull out. A queen sofa bed is in the living area/kitchenette. There is a full bath with a walk-in shower next to the sauna while the other half bath is upstairs.

There are stairways leading to a 78 foot long crib dock with a 50 foot L added to it which adds over 1000 square feet outdoor area. There is a small beach on either side with mixed sand and rock bottom. We have parked one 28 foot boat on the inside of the L of the dock with no problem.

This is an incredible retreat for large or small groups. Plan a family reunion or a get-away with friends. This could be a perfect place for a weekend seminar or workshop as well. We do not allow weddings to take place at our cabin.

Watch the sunsets while sitting under the canopy of pine trees. Listen to the birds all day and the frogs and owls during the night. There is a local bald eagle with a nearby nest. In the winter, there is a mating coyote pair who like to hunt on the ice between the island and the mainland. We also have a local ermine family who are incredibly adorable but very shy and fast. Swim, canoe or kayak in crystal clear water in summer or snowshoe, cross-country ski or snow mobile in the winter.

Some Rules:

Dogs are allowed with a one-time $75 charge for each dog. They are not allowed on any furniture and please trim their nails before coming. When you leave the cabin for an outing: bring the dog along, kennel or tie them up outside. Also clean up after the dog!

You will need to bring all your own food, beverages, condiments and spices. Beach towels are not available so please bring your own. Bathroom towels cannot be used as beach towels or for wiping dirty animals clean.

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Feature Features

  • MORE

    Books Games Note From Host: Smoking Only Outside. Smoke-free Property Video Library Desk Desk Chair Fireplace Iron/ironing Board
  • OUTDOOR

    BBQ Grill(s) Beachfront Location Firepit Outdoor Furniture
  • INTERNET

    Available In All Rooms: WiFi Available In Some Public Areas: Internet Access
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Arcade/game Room Bicycling Kayaking Sauna Table Tennis
  • ACCESSIBILITY

    If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. In-room Accessibility
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Arcade/game Room Children's Books Children's Toys DVD Player Dining Table Highchair Kitchen Kitchenette Microwave Refrigerator Separate Dining Area Separate Living Room Sofa Bed
  • ACTIVITIES NEARBY

    Beach Access Birdwatching Casino Cross-country Skiing Cycling Fishing Golfing Hiking/biking Trails Horse Riding Hunting Ice Skating Jet Skiing Kayaking Marina Motor Boating Mountain Biking Rock Climbing Sailing Skiing Sledding Snorkeling Snowboarding Snowmobiling Surfing/body Boarding Swimming Water Skiing Wildlife And Game Walks Windsurfing Winery Tours
  • BEDROOM

    Air Conditioning Bed Sheets Heating Sofa Bed
  • BATHROOM

    4 Bathrooms Bathtub Hair Dryer Toilet Paper Towels
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player Smart TV
  • OUTDOOR SPACE

    Balcony
  • FOOD AND DRINK

    Blender Coffee Grinder Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dining Room Dining Table Dishwasher Electric Kettle Ice Maker Kitchen Kitchen Island Kitchenette Lobster/crab Pot Microwave Oven

CheckIn Check-in : 05:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 09:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 24

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Review Review

  • Jim L.

    Submitted Sep 21, 2025

    Stayed Sep 8, 2025

    Communications and the owner Tim was very accommodating made for a great stay!

  • Todd W.

    Submitted Jul 24, 2025

    Stayed Jul 17, 2025

    We had an amazing family vacation staying at the Sunset Bay Lodge. The beach and dock area was a highlight for our group. We spent plenty of time hanging out at the water; sunning, playing and fires. The paddle boards and Kayaks were a VERY nice inclusion. The hunt for sea glass was a constant adventure. The house was very spacious and accommodating for large groups. The extended dining table is great for everyone to eat together. There are plenty of cups, plates and silverware. The massive fridge and freezer were perfect for our large group. The house boasts plenty of room to hangout indoors on those rainy days. We were thankful for the pile of wood the owners supplied for the outdoor fire pits. That is a very nice inclusion. One item to note is that guests are responsible for removal and disposal of their own garbage via the town recycling center just down the road. The center is only open certain days, so plan accordingly. The cost is 5 per small white garbage bag and 10 per large black bag. Thankfully we brought a few large black bags as we were able to fit 4-5 white bags in each black bag:)We will definitely consider staying at the Sunset Bay Lodge in the future.

  • Michael S.

    Submitted Jun 7, 2025

    Stayed May 24, 2025

    Excellent property. We really enjoyed our visit there.

  • Lee E.

    Submitted Sep 11, 2024

    Stayed Sep 6, 2024

    Beautiful home and property right on lake.

  • Roxanne B.

    Submitted Aug 31, 2024

    Stayed Aug 24, 2024

    Lots of room and we had everything we needed. We loved the beach and paddle boards the most! The water was cold at first but warmed up. The beach is sandy in parts and stone in parts. We found some sea glass. We went on the Apostle Island Tour, captains narration was so interesting. Some of the appliances and lights have snafus, Beautiful cabin and area. We saw a deer and a bear driving in.

  • Roberta G.

    Submitted Aug 5, 2024

    Stayed Jul 10, 2024

    We enjoyed our stay at the house.

  • greg s.

    Submitted Aug 1, 2024

    Stayed Jul 27, 2024

    We have a large family. Ashley was a very good host getting us extra blankets. The lodge was very clean the dock and pier are excellent We are combing back!!

  • Submitted Aug 1, 2024

    Stayed Jul 20, 2024

    This is a wonderful property for a large family to gather. Loved the rustic architecture and the wooded setting, plus the dock and beach area were perfect for our crew. We were lucky enough to have warm weather (and warm water) which is not always the case up north. The kitchen functioned well and it was great to have space for everyone to eat together. Kids really got into ping pong and watching the loft tv. We did see black bears but they didn't bother us, and the neighbor said that as long as you don't leave any food outside they'll stay away. We enjoyed the island and appreciated the quiet. Unfortunately we had thought to spend more time in Bayfield for restaurants, etc, but the cost of the ferry entered in to our decisions. Our meal at the Pub was very good, plus the Beach House and Grandpa Tony's were good options as well. Sea Cave Kayak with Trek & Trail, who could not have been better. Hiked at the State Park. Did not get to trail bike since it would have meant an additional ferry ride. We did our big grocery shopping in Ashland (about 30 min away) on our way up which worked out great. The local Bayfield store was ok for a couple things we forgot. We had a great time and were grateful to Ashley & Tim for all the information, and for letting us use their beautiful home!

  • Elizabeth C.

    Submitted Jul 19, 2024

    Stayed Jul 2, 2024

    It is a beautiful property with lots of fun things to do, especially on the water.

  • Mark C.

    Submitted Jun 8, 2024

    Stayed May 26, 2024

    Very nice lodge like property West facing on Madeline Island. Wife and I stayed for 10 days and it was enjoyable. Pros: -Great views (sunsets) and water access -Larger than the pics indicate, actually is 2 different buildings with 3 separate living areas, could easily accommodate multiple families -Very close to town -The owner was very responsive Cons: -Doesn’t have a washer or dryer -You have to be careful of ticks as they are definitely in the long grass on the property

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$1,470+
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