Dog-friendly lakefront home with a private beach, dock, firepit, & kayaks

Mercer, Wisconsin
$235 avg/night
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Little Pines Cottage

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Experience a peaceful vacation at this charming two-story home, featuring a private dock, a swimmable beach area, and serene lake views. When you’re not fishing, swimming, or exploring the lake on the provided paddleboard or kayaks, you’ll find several must-see attractions just a few miles away. Capture the perfect selfie at Claire D' Loon, enjoy the trails at WinMan Trails cycling park, or visit Schomberg County Park. For year-round family fun, head to Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort, located just 33 miles from your door.

Back at your lakeside retreat, the well-equipped island kitchen is perfect for everything from your morning coffee to elaborate dinners. Gather in the dining area or enjoy al fresco meals on the furnished deck, which provides a lovely setting for outdoor dining. Two upper-floor living areas offer comfortable seating and smart TVs ready for streaming your favorite shows. The additional basement living space is ideal for younger guests seeking their own retreat during your stay.

Outside, discover multiple decks, including a lakeside dock perfect for relaxing afternoons, a picnic table for meals with a view, and a firepit for evening gatherings under the stars.

This home also features a washer and dryer, allowing you to pack light for your visit. Please note that this property does not have A/C.

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 PM.
Check-out time: 10:00 AM.
All guests shall abide by The Good Neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.
This property is managed by Vacasa Wisconsin LLC.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the Rental Agreement on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly
  • SAFETY

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

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1500 Sq Ft (139 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Internet Access
  • OUTDOORS

    Firepit Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1.5 Bathrooms Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English French German Italian Spanish
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Fishing Nearby Kayak On Site Kayaking Nearby Scuba Diving Nearby Snorkeling Nearby Snowmobiling Nearby Swimming Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player Games TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Note From Host: Smoking Is Not Permitted Anywhere On The Premises. Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Rebecca S.

    Submitted Oct 13, 2025

    Stayed Oct 10, 2025

    We had a great stay. We will be back!

  • Renee B.

    Submitted Sep 6, 2025

    Stayed Aug 29, 2025

    Great spot! We loved the lake, the house had great amenities and close to Winman trail system.

  • silvia w.

    Submitted Jul 21, 2025

    Stayed Jul 12, 2025

    The home and property are beautiful,the layout is great. We would have had a 5 star if...... the neighbors were not there with a group of 8 teenagers. Music was obnoxious loud and so were the teens. We were not able to enjoy some peace and quiet around the fire like we would have liked, or even our own music. The fishing was fun for my grandson and my son. Big and little were caught, just from the pier. Beautiful clear water. Not a fan of a muck bottom and all the weeds. About the first 8ft is sand and shallow, good for splashing and playing. Private beach was fantastic keeping little one's busy. I was actually impressed with the cleanliness of the home. We tend to respect homes we go to and if they start clean they stay clean. The neighborhood is very peaceful, we just went on the wrong wk. There are Kayaks and floaties. Great amenities. Mercer is a fantastic area!! The issues we did have were very quickly and effortlessly taken care of.

  • Jacquie S.

    Submitted Jul 14, 2025

    Stayed Jul 8, 2025

    This is a very clean cosy home with the the most comfortable furniture. Not to mention the lake views are very relaxing and beautiful! The sound of the loons are so comforting. I would definitely recommend booking this vacation home.

  • Rhana Z.

    Submitted Jul 9, 2025

    Stayed Jun 28, 2025

    My family of 4 had a wonderful week long stay over the 4th in this cabin. We loved the small private beach area for the kids, the dock/swimming area, the decks and balcony, the large yard, kayaks, and layout inside the home & our family made lots of memories around the fire. Fair warning- there is no AC. The rental does not list AC so we knew this going in but some Northwoods rentals surprise you with a window unit or two. There is truly none here so just be aware in the later summer months, it can get hot- even up north! It was in the high 70s/low 80s for most of trip. There are enough fans for each room though, and the windows have screens so they can be open at night. There are some improvements we passed on that I hope management will consider regarding communication, property cleanliness and upkeep, but overall this was a very memorable stay and we would stay again.

  • alyssa a.

    Submitted Jun 22, 2025

    Stayed Jun 19, 2025

    The house was great very spacious. The beach is perfect for little kids nice spot to play in the sand and water. The fishing was amazing off the dock caught so many fish. The only downfall was there was no AC so plan accordingly if you plan on going in the summer. They have fans but that will only do so much when you have humid air coming in. There is a nice breeze from the lake but the house got over 80 and very humid. That would be the only downfall of the property.

  • Pam K.

    Submitted Jun 19, 2025

    Stayed Jun 13, 2025

    Positives :The property is beautiful as well as the lake. There was plenty of room and it was nice having kayaks to use. Many white towels and it was very clean. We would stay again. Negatives: The paddle boat was full of water and leaves. Unfortunately the jet tub wasn’t really usable because it had gunk come out of the jets and the water at the rental was not hot. It was warm but not hot.

  • Nicole S.

    Submitted Jun 8, 2025

    Stayed Jun 5, 2025

    The cottage was clean, spacious, and met all of our needs!

  • Mark H.

    Submitted Jan 27, 2025

    Stayed Jan 24, 2025

    The place was incredibly clean. Updated and comfortable. Location is great, quiet and private. I would absolutely recommend and stay again!

  • Jaclynn J.

    Submitted Sep 27, 2024

    Stayed Sep 19, 2024

    We absolutely loved the kayaks and paddle boat. We enjoyed the water and the views from the backyard were awesome!

  • Mary G.

    Submitted Aug 29, 2024

    Stayed Aug 12, 2024

    W the welcoming calls of loons from crystal clear Grand Portage Lake. What a wonderful stay! The cottage was beautifully appointed. The ample outside spaces provided postcard views. Located close to grocery, downtown restaurants and the Heart of Vilas bike trail head, we could not have enjoyed our stay more and look forward to our visiting again soon.

  • Holli C.

    Submitted Aug 19, 2024

    Stayed Aug 3, 2024

    The cabin was in a great location; close to town but in the woods on a nice quiet lake perfect for fishing and kayaking. The property had several perfect outdoor spaces for bonfire and viewing the lake. The kids enjoyed the paddle boats, kayaks, and swimming. Fishing was amazing right off the dock. The beds were comfortable and kitchen was new and clean. We had a great time here and recommend it to anyone traveling up north. Thank you

  • Alexa L.

    Submitted Aug 18, 2024

    Stayed Jul 31, 2024

    Cozy and clean home. The lakefront/beach area was perfect for our young kids (7,5,4) and we enjoyed the use of the paddle boat as well. There was an issue with an appliance, management was responsive and respectful. They managed the concern to the best of their ability. Overall a great property for a family to enjoy!

  • Deadra R.

    Submitted Aug 16, 2024

    Stayed Jul 27, 2024

    I loved being away from home and spending quality time with my family. Lots of room for the guests we had join us on this trip.

  • Cathy C.

    Submitted Jul 24, 2024

    Stayed Jul 4, 2024

    2 miles to a grocery store, ice cream shop etc. Layout of the cabin was great with the kitchen on one side and bedrooms on the other, perfect quiet bedroom location since we had a baby along. Plenty of storage & space in the kitchen and the whole cabin.

  • Jeremy H.

    Submitted Jul 23, 2024

    Stayed Jul 8, 2024

    The property was clean on the inside, but the outside did not seem to be maintained all that well. The lawn needed mowed and there were leaves in the yard and the landscaping from last fall that had not been addressed. The house was clean, but dated and not inviting for the typical vrbos that we have stayed at. This had the appearance of a home that someone had tried to sell and was Vrbo-ing until they can bet a better price. Meanwhile, a property management company seemed to be handling all the transactions. The TV had an Amazon Firestick that had a goofy password that needed to be entered to watch most anything. We had to call vacate and wait online to retrieve that password. For the price, we expected more.

  • Kay S.

    Submitted Jul 17, 2024

    Stayed Jul 1, 2024

    Great spacious comfortable. Loved the lake. Close to town. Cute fun town.

  • Peggy S.

    Submitted Jun 22, 2024

    Stayed Jun 8, 2024

    Beautiful peaceful setting on a nice lake. The home was clean and comfortable.

  • Tayler A.

    Submitted May 28, 2024

    Stayed May 24, 2024

    This weekend was a perfect get away. The house was cute and quaint. We felt comfortable and at home while staying here. We have two little boys and they absolutely loved the yard, beach and dock. They spent all day playing in the water and sand letting their imaginations run wild. The lake was perfect for cruises, fishing was hit and miss this weekend but still caught a Northern, large mouth bass and little blue gills. Would recommend this property to anyone looking for a nice get away weekend with friends and family. Plenty of space for everyone and love that it’s pet friendly. Our dog Emma didn’t want to leave, she loved everything just as much as we did.

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$235+
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