Driftwood Cottage: Your Gateway to Lake Superior & Apostle Islands

Washburn, Wisconsin
$395 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 3

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Bath 1

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Sleep 6

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3 bedroom cozy cottage with well equipped kitchen & great social spaces in living & dining rooms. Sleeps 6 with comfortable new mattresses & fluffy down-comforters. Includes washer/dryer, WIFI, & air conditioning. 1 acre property has a bonfire ring and furnished indoor/outdoor patios. We are located in Bayfield County WI just blocks from downtown Washburn's & Lake Superior's Chequamegon Bay. Ideally located to enjoy all four seasons of northwoods & lake life during your vacation. Truly your home away from home in quiet Washburn Wisconsin. Come stay and relax…you’re on lake/trail time!

Only 12 miles from Bayfield, Wisconsin, Madeline Island Ferry & the Apostle Islands.

Driftwood Cottage is tucked in the small quiet town of Washburn Wisconsin, nested between the Chequamegon National Forest and Lake Superior’s Chequamegon Bay. Just recently renovated using red oak hardwood flooring and whitewashed reclaimed cedar ceilings, this 1,400 square foot, 3 bedroom, 1 ½ bath cozy cottage is full of charm and quirky vintage decor. In the fully stocked kitchen you will find white carrera marble countertops, northwood birch kitchen cabinets, and a beautiful hand built farm table.

Other special highlights include a unique living room pallet wall made from reclaimed hardwoods where you can relax and put your feet up after a long day exploring the great outdoors. Access to Netflix on the flat screen TV is provided for those cozy nights you want to spend inside! Enjoy gathering around the dining room table for supper where afterwards you will find a cupboard stocked with dozens of board games and puzzles.

Our nearly one acre property has a bon-fire ring with adirondack chairs as well as an outdoor patio complete with a comfortable wrought iron dining table and seating for 6. If ATVing is your passion you can access ATV routes and trails directly from our property. Even if it rains, our indoor patio is the perfect space to curl up with a good book and watch the whitetail deer come to feed from our crabapple tree at dusk.

Just a short walk into town, you can enjoy several local eateries offering wood fired pizza, irish scotch eggs, locally caught fish fry, homemade seasonal soups, and fresh baked breads. We even have a local brewery with a tasting room. While in town, enjoy the Washburn walking trail which stretches along 1.34 miles of Lake Superior’s Chequamegon Bay shorelines. Here you will discover 3 sandy beaches where you can look for beach glass and driftwood, or just simply watch the sunrise. This is also a perfect place to fill up your water bottle from the artesian well, put your sea kayak in the water and take in the views of sandstone cliffs. Make sure to stop by our town’s quaint shops including sweets, local art, antiques, books, local pottery, and handmade jewelry just to name a few.

Winter in our area is something you will never forget with plenty of snow packed trails for cross country skiing, snowshoeing, winter hiking, biking, and snowmobiling. Directly from our property you can access the snowmobile trailhead, just blocks away. Here you can explore over 600 miles of groomed snowmobile trails and forest roads which take you through the Chequamegon National Forest trails as well as the famous Tristate corridor trail system. Don’t forget to try out snowshoeing in our local nature center located just outside of town. When the bay here on Lake Superior freezes over it’s time for ice fishing, hiking the trails, and fat tire cycling to see the ice caves.

Driftwood Cottage in Washburn Wisconsin: Come, Stay, Relax : )

PLEASE NOTE:. This cozy cottage is comfy, super clean, and adorable. 3 bedrooms are on second story and are in close proximity to each other. These are not large bedrooms. 2 rooms have bifold doors, the twin beds room has an accordion door as the room divider. Again, please don't be surprised that they are not master suites. Space is perfect for a close family and/or adults who actually enjoy spending time together and are not looking for total privacy from noise. 1400 SQUARE FOOT SPACE INCLUDES LIVING ROOM, DINING ROOM, EAT IN KITCHEN, LAUNDRY//SITTING ROOM, 1.5 BATHS, AND 3 BEDROOMS. NOT LARGE BEDROOMS!

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Feature Features

  • SKI

    Snowboarding And Cross-country Skiing Nearby
  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock 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: 1400 Sq Ft (130 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Furnished Balcony/patio Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    1.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English Polish
  • THINGS TO DO

    Basketball Nearby Cycling Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Ice Skating Nearby Kayaking Nearby Marina Nearby Water Skiing Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Netflix Stereo Streaming Services Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Highchair Stair Gate
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    3 Stairs To Reach Property Area Rugs In Public Areas Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Tile Flooring In Public Areas Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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Review Review

  • Dale

    Submitted Jul 10, 2023

    Stayed Jul 5, 2023

    We enjoyed our stay. The house was comfortable and quiet. It is a great benefit to be able to wash clothes as needed. We had a great time.

  • LeAnne

    Submitted May 3, 2022

    Stayed Apr 28, 2022

    It was clean and tidy. We had thought that it was more in a country setting.

  • Patricia K.

    Submitted Oct 17, 2025

    Stayed Oct 5, 2025

    Everything was well thought out and provided for. We will definitely stay again when visiting the area. There is so much to do without a lot of driving to get places.

  • Juie D.

    Submitted Oct 12, 2025

    Stayed Oct 10, 2025

    The kitchen had everything

  • Melody B.

    Submitted Oct 3, 2025

    Stayed Sep 30, 2025

    A delightful stay! The perfect place to come back to after a day of taking in the sites of Bayfield and surrounding areas. Clean, quiet and comfortable - thank you!

  • Mikel C.

    Submitted Aug 27, 2025

    Stayed Aug 23, 2025

    Nice place

  • Jessie S.

    Submitted Aug 10, 2025

    Stayed Aug 6, 2025

    Our family was very comfortable at Driftwood Cottage. We enjoyed walking to the nearby parks and making bonfires in the evenings. Great location for beaches and Island visits.

  • Susan S.

    Submitted Jul 27, 2025

    Stayed Jul 25, 2025

    Clean, spacious, well stocked, great location. Had everything needed for 6 adults. Highly recommend.

  • Margaret E.

    Submitted Jul 20, 2025

    Stayed Jul 4, 2025

    We enjoyed the cool decor of the whole house, which included thoughtful touches like beach towels, pamphlets on local attractions, plus art and decor inspired by the area. The multiple sitting areas around the house were inviting and cozy. The kitchen was well stocked which we appreciated. We would definitely stay again!

  • Tony W.

    Submitted Apr 14, 2025

    Stayed Apr 10, 2025

    Had a great weekend stay, the house was very clean and well kept. The owners have done an excellent job fixing it up. The owners do a great job with communication as well. I'd highly recommend staying here.

  • Monika M.

    Submitted Mar 10, 2025

    Stayed Feb 14, 2025

    We stayed at Cheryl’s place for the Book Across the Bay. While the weather didn’t cooperate for the event, the house was perfect for our weekend. The interior was warm and cozy. The beds were very comfortable and the kitchen was well stocked. The location was also perfect with easy access to Bayfield, Washburn, and Ashland. Sheryl checked on us multiple times during the weekend and was very personable. We would certainly stay here again.

  • jason k.

    Submitted Mar 5, 2025

    Stayed Feb 27, 2025

    Very nice, clean and comfortable!

  • Kristi T.

    Submitted Oct 30, 2024

    Stayed Oct 6, 2024

    We loved the decor and the beds and furniture were super comfortable!

  • Maria C.

    Submitted Oct 14, 2024

    Stayed Oct 10, 2024

    Our stay was very comfortable. The house had everything we needed for a great vacation. Our children enjoyed the toys and games. Communication was excellent, and the location was ideal. The house was located near Ashland and Bayfield. We are grateful for the experience

  • Jennifer C.

    Submitted Oct 5, 2024

    Stayed Sep 30, 2024

    Small town charm and nature walks. House provided local ambiance and modern convenience.

  • Frederika M.

    Submitted Sep 23, 2024

    Stayed Sep 20, 2024

    It’s a nice cozy home with many different things to do both in and outside. Very close to Bayfield and Ashburn.

  • Linda A.

    Submitted Sep 7, 2024

    Stayed Sep 2, 2024

    The house was perfect for us three sisters. The area is so fun to visit. The house had everything we needed, plush towels, fully stocked kitchen and comfortable beds. It was even perfect for the rainy day when we stayed in and played games. We highly recommend it.

  • Isaac N.

    Submitted Aug 27, 2024

    Stayed Aug 19, 2024

    We spent tne week in the cottage for our wedding week and it was perfect for us and the 3 kids

  • Sarah R.

    Submitted Aug 21, 2024

    Stayed Aug 15, 2024

    House was just as advertised. Plenty of room. We had a great vacation.

  • Jen O.

    Submitted Aug 12, 2024

    Stayed Aug 7, 2024

    The cottage was clean, beautifully decorated, and well stocked with anything you could need! Our family enjoyed our stay!

  • Wendy T.

    Submitted Aug 5, 2024

    Stayed Jul 29, 2024

    We had a great time staying at this property. The owners gave easy to understand instructions for checkin and the checkout process ahead of time and had this info posted in the house. They had everything stocked that we needed (including a spice cabinet and lots of games!). They also had current travel guides in the house which helped a lot. I would highly recommend!

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