Hillis House | Lakefront house in Arbor Vitae w/water toys & two kitchens

Arbor Vitae, Wisconsin
$242 avg/night
Bed 3

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Bath 2

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Hillis House

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A serene escape from the city, Hillis House overlooks a gleaming lakeshore. Under the warm Wisconsin sunshine, glide across the water on the provided kayak and paddleboard, play a yard game, or fish off the dock. During the colder months, this area is wonderful for snowmobiling, and your rigs can be parked in the home's garage- safe and secure.

Inside, kick back and warm up in front of the heat of the stone gas fireplace. Steps away, the full kitchen positively gleams with its granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and wooden cabinetry. Meals can be enjoyed as a family at the in-kitchen dining table or alfresco on the picnic table.

Adorned with wilderness-themed mementos, each of the bedrooms offer airy spots to rest your head. Downstairs, a second kitchen, a second fireplace, a dart board, a wet bar, and a seating area are ready to host hours of entertainment. A designated work desk, separate washer/dryer, and central air-conditioning round out the home's conveniences.

As the sun begins to set over the water, gather around the firepit for gooey s'mores and campfire stories.

Away from your stay, the adventure continues at Torpy Park, Min-Aqua Bats Water Ski Show, Wildwood Wildlife Park Zoo & Safari, and Northwoods Zip Line Adventure Tours.

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.

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

Security camera details: There is one ring camera that overlooks the driveway

Dock details: Dock is around 24 ft in length, and about 2 ft deep at end. This is a none rec lake, so the use of motors is prohibited.

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
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • 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 Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1825 Sq Ft (170 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

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

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    Internet Access
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English French German Italian Spanish
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Kayak On Site Kayaking Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Scuba Diving Nearby Sledding Nearby Snorkeling Nearby Snowmobiling Nearby Swimming Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

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

    Iron/ironing Board
  • 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 Availability

Review Review

  • Bob P.

    Submitted Oct 7, 2025

    Stayed Sep 26, 2025

    We had a great visit. The accommodations were updated & clean; however, the beds were a bit hard. Also, the upstairs shower head dripped & had to be hung downward toward the drain.All-in-all, I would highly recommend this vacation home.

  • Elaine H.

    Submitted Jul 18, 2025

    Stayed Jul 12, 2025

    Very clean. Super attentive and responsive to any issues. Great little lake for fishing. Kids caught and released about 10 fish. Loved it. Swivel seats in living room great as is deck table and seating. Please just add a dishwasher! Otherwise great place.

  • Raina F.

    Submitted Jul 2, 2025

    Stayed Jun 12, 2025

    My family and I loved the quiet location, view of the lake, and wildlife. The house was cozy, once we figured out the fireplace, and set up for great conversation with the multiple seating areas. We appreciated the house book that shared local favorite spots.

  • James I.

    Submitted Jul 2, 2025

    Stayed Jun 29, 2025

    The cabin was the perfect getaway for our small family. The lake was great for swimming and a little fishing, and the overall location was great. The cabin was clean and of good quality. We’ll be back!

  • Cornel T.

    Submitted Jun 6, 2025

    Stayed May 20, 2025

    The house needs some improvement definitely, something like, new blinds for the windows in the kitchens (really dirty from dusting),not working the celling fan in the livingroom, downstairs stairs bathroom not working the shower lighting, outdoor table is very dirty (it's green)nobody cleans from the fall I guess..but overall it's decent place.

  • jenni K.

    Submitted Jun 1, 2025

    Stayed May 30, 2025

    The house was great. Clean, lake was wonderful. Woodruff is a hreat town to visit and enjoy! Check in and check out- was very easy!

  • Cornel T.

    Submitted May 26, 2025

    Stayed May 20, 2025

    Nice house at the very small lake,but needs some improvement, blinds in the kitchens needs to be change (are super dirty )blinds for back door patios are not functional to make private in the night,fan not works, downstairs bathroom the shower lighting not works, outdoor table and balcony needed to be clean ,you can't eat outside (it's green from dirty water and dusting )but overall it's Okay.

  • Sherry P.

    Submitted May 18, 2025

    Stayed May 16, 2025

    We truly enjoyed our visit. House was very comfortable and clean. Perfect for us. We enjoyed the fishing and using the row boat. We will definitely want to come back.

  • Kristy C.

    Submitted Mar 25, 2025

    Stayed Mar 22, 2025

    We stayed at Hillis House for our spring break. Great place to spend time outside and a cozy home to enjoy sitting by the fire. Loved it and would definitely stay there again!

  • Brian M.

    Submitted Mar 1, 2025

    Stayed Feb 26, 2025

    Nice small home, very clean and easy to get around Minocqua! Loved it

  • k j.

    Submitted Oct 20, 2024

    Stayed Oct 18, 2024

    We enjoyed the property very much, especially being on the lake. Caught a lot of fish, everybody was very happy! We had great weather and scenery with the beautiful fall colors! The house was cozy, great get away!!

  • Victoria M.

    Submitted Oct 14, 2024

    Stayed Oct 12, 2024

    We had a group of 9 stay here for a few days and it was a wonderful experience! The house was clean and had way more than enough space for our group. The kids loved the games provided and we had a lovey fire with the wood onsite. The small lake had a beautiful view of the fall colors. The whole area was super pretty and quiet with plenty of privacy. My brother caught a huge large mouth bass off the pier and the patio had plenty of space to hang outside. This house is close to downtown Minocqua and had tons of food options. We would definitely stay here again!

  • Shirie H.

    Submitted Aug 21, 2024

    Stayed Aug 8, 2024

    The lake view. The fishing. The location. Just amazing all around. Minor things that couldn’t keep my family from enjoying it all!

  • Jane W.

    Submitted Aug 18, 2024

    Stayed Jul 31, 2024

    House was very clean, great location and very comfortable. Can't wait to return next year with our family!

  • Cindy N.

    Submitted Aug 9, 2024

    Stayed Aug 4, 2024

    Very nice property. Centrally located for activities.

  • Lana B.

    Submitted May 5, 2024

    Stayed May 3, 2024

    Beautiful home, minor glitches with some things which were annoying however did not diminish the stay.

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$242+
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