Secluded Northwoods Lake Home - Direct Access to ATV/UTV/Snowmobile Trails

Mercer, Wisconsin
$318 avg/night
Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

The Ironwood is a four bedroom, one and a half bath lake house situated on 3.5 acres. Located on Grand Portage lake in Mercer, WI in heavily wooded tall pines, within walking distance of several local establishments. The master bedroom contains a king size bed with twin toddler bed. The second and third bedrooms have queen size beds. The fourth bedroom on the lower level, known as JW's bunk room includes two twin over full bunk beds. All bedrooms are outfitted with a bench, set of hooks andplenty of closet space. There is a Queen size sofa sleeper located on the lower level of the home as well. Enjoy the lake view from the spacious living room with large attached screened porch.

There are bike trails for everyone in the family from the Heart of Vilas paved bike trail system to the WinMan Trails featuring single-track flow trails for mountain and fat tire bikers. Mercer has 7.8 miles of dedicated bike trail with connections to the 52 mile Heart of Vilas trail system.

Grand Portage Lake is 148 acres in size with a max depth of 33 feet. Visitors have access to the lake from a public boat landing. Fish include Musky, Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike and Walleye. The lake's water is moderately clear. Our 301 ft. of frontage has a gradual approach and sand bottom. There is a private dock for use as well. The lake is known for fishing, jet skiing, kayaking, canoeing, tubing, and water skiing.

ATV/UTV trail is located at the driveway of the property for direct access to the 100 miles that the Mercer area has to offer with connections to an additional 250 miles of the Iron County trail system. (mercerdustyloons.com)

Conveniently located on snowmobile trail #8 of the Iron County trail system with direct access. Over 250 miles of groomed snowmobile trails in southern Iron County offer a variety of riding experiences. From former railroad grade, to heavily forested land, to the wide open spaces of marked trails across the Turtle Flambeau Flowage, riders understand why Iron County is the Snow Capital of Wisconsin. Mercer's trails are part of the 500+ miles of the Iron County Trail System. Riders may head north, all the way up into Michigan's Upper Peninsula as well as south, east and west to adjoining counties. The walkout basement entrance provides great access to the snowmobile gear area where you will find an ample amount of hooks to hang helmets, bibs, and coats. (mercersnogoers.com)

Cross-Country Skiing and Snowshoeing MECCA Trails offer 21 km of groomed cross-country skiing on rolling terrain and 3 miles of snowshoe or winter hiking trails. The cabin trailhead south of Mercer has a beautiful wood heated log chalet, changing room and outdoor toilets. Located at 4686N Fierick Rd, it’s open from 8 am-6pm. The Little Turtle trailhead is north of Mercer off Joe’s Shack Road. More information and trail reports are on their web site. (meccatrails.com)

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  • Feature Features
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  • School District Availability
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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • 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

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • KITCHEN

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

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Dock Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Fishing Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Kayak On Site Kayaking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Skiing Nearby Water Sports Equipment Water Tubing Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player Games Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Playground
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    No Elevators Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 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

  • Aaron R.

    Submitted Jan 26, 2026

    Stayed Jan 22, 2026

    Comfortable home. Great location

  • Angie S.

    Submitted Oct 4, 2025

    Stayed Sep 27, 2025

    Perfect location with awesome lake view! Lovely dock and firepit.

  • Steve P.

    Submitted Oct 1, 2025

    Stayed Sep 24, 2025

    We loved the home and property. The beauty of the lake and the surrounding were grest

  • Nicole C.

    Submitted Sep 21, 2025

    Stayed Sep 18, 2025

    Great stay, as always!! Perfect stay to park and be able to ride or walk into town. We have been staying at this place for 3 years and it's been great everytime!

  • Randall M.

    Submitted Sep 9, 2025

    Stayed Sep 2, 2025

    Excellent lake view and amenities

  • Cori Lee S.

    Submitted Sep 5, 2025

    Stayed Aug 25, 2025

    Had the best time!! The property was perfect! We loved the deer family visiting us twice a day We will definitely be back

  • Karen M.

    Submitted Aug 16, 2025

    Stayed Aug 9, 2025

    We were very impressed with everything, starting with our host, he responded to any of our questions fast to the beautiful cottage and sandy beach that our grandchildren loved to play and swim. The screened in sun porch was a great bonus, we used it all the time. The lake view from the cottage is amazing! Great lake for water sports and fishing. Will definitely go back!

  • Diane H.

    Submitted Aug 2, 2025

    Stayed Jul 26, 2025

    Loved it!

  • Korene P.

    Submitted Jul 26, 2025

    Stayed Jul 19, 2025

    Wonderful! Very nice home with beautiful views of the lake. Would stay again!

  • Paul S.

    Submitted Jul 20, 2025

    Stayed Jul 12, 2025

    Great property with everything you need for a family vacation. Go into town or hang with nature.

  • John W.

    Submitted Jul 12, 2025

    Stayed Jul 5, 2025

    It’s our 3rd year here. This year our adult children and granddaughter were able to stay with us for the whole week. We will be returning next year as we are making this our family vacation spot. Very relaxing with plenty of room for us all to unwind and have our own space.

  • Laurie S.

    Submitted Jun 28, 2025

    Stayed Jun 21, 2025

    This was an amazing property; close to town, but felt secluded. Very well furnished and very clean.

  • Vicky H.

    Submitted Jun 24, 2025

    Stayed Jun 14, 2025

    Such an amazing property and so much fun! 4th year coming up in 2026

  • Corey T.

    Submitted Jun 15, 2025

    Stayed Jun 4, 2025

    Met all our needs.

  • Larry B.

    Submitted May 31, 2025

    Stayed May 28, 2025

    Went for the nearby biking trails and loved everything about the area and amenities at the Ironwood. Already booked for next year!

  • Submitted May 26, 2025

    Stayed May 23, 2025

    We went up for an atv trip. The property is located right on the trail and right on a lake which makes for an incredible view, especially in the morning. The house and property were clean and cozy. Josh is very easy to work with and very responsive. Well done

  • Patrick K.

    Submitted Oct 27, 2024

    Stayed Oct 24, 2024

    Wonderfull cabin with plenty of room and great amenities. Beautiful views of the lake from the huge bay window. Two great docks for sitting or fishing. Had 13 does and one buck keep us company all weekend!

  • Kerry H.

    Submitted Oct 13, 2024

    Stayed Oct 9, 2024

    This property is so cozy, clean and nice! It has everything you could possibly need and the location is perfect. Love, love, love!

  • Nicole C.

    Submitted Sep 22, 2024

    Stayed Sep 19, 2024

    We came up and stayed here last year to go riding, with lots of things to do around it. Its an absolutely beautiful place and we will continue to return year after year. Hosts are great as well.

  • Tom C.

    Submitted Sep 9, 2024

    Stayed Aug 31, 2024

    We just completed a long weekend of fishing in Mercer and the surrounding area, and this location and home proved to be an excellent choice. the home is both comfortable and relatively clean, though it appeared as if a few minor items had been missed by the cleaning crew before our arrival inside the home. The rooms are all spacious, and the screened-in porch and firepit area were outstanding for the time we spent at the home. This is an excellent choice for groups looking for a fishing home base, a snowmobile trip, or UTV riders. We will be back as the proximity to Mercer and Manitowish Waters was hard to beat.

  • Kara S.

    Submitted Aug 26, 2024

    Stayed Aug 19, 2024

    Wow is all I can say about this home on the lake. It is exactly what we needed to get away from the hustle and bustle of life! The home had everything we needed- lots of spaces to sit and enjoy the peaceful lake and wildlife. The Adirondack chairs by the lake were spectacular for sitting in the morning and afternoon with a coffee or drink in hand. Josh cued the deer everyday to give us lots of entertainment watching momma and babies bounce around the yard-so fun. Being able to walk into town was a plus- little sleepy town, but enjoyed what it had to offer. We biked the awesome trails and went to the Winman mountain biking area to churn it up. If you like mountain biking- Winman is your place. The house was clean and our bed was comfy- I haven’t slept that well in a long time. The view of the lake from the front room is spectacular and enjoyed the sunlight pouring in in the morning. The kayaks provided were perfect for a spin around the lake - fishing not so great- but that’s ok. All in all - we had a wonderful time and will definitely rent again. Thanks Josh!

  • Nick A.

    Submitted Aug 13, 2024

    Stayed Aug 3, 2024

    This is our second visit, and we absolutely love it here! The kids have a blast feeding the deer and swimming in the crystal-clear lake, which is just a few steps away. Joshua's property is fantastic—conveniently located just a few blocks from downtown Mercer, yet it feels like you're in the heart of the forest. Plus, you're not far from Lake Superior, Copper Falls State Park, and Minocqua. We highly recommend booking this spot and hope to return again in the future!

  • Michelle H.

    Submitted Jul 31, 2024

    Stayed Jul 20, 2024

    Amazing property. We have stayed here 3 years in a row now. Plenty of room for our family. The screened in porch was our favorite. Grandaughters loved the lake!

  • Diane H.

    Submitted Jul 20, 2024

    Stayed Jul 13, 2024

    We all absolutely LOVED it. The view, kayaks, deer, air conditioning. Mercer is a very friendly place. :)

  • John W.

    Submitted Jul 13, 2024

    Stayed Jul 6, 2024

    Everything was great. We have already booked our stay for next year. That will be three years in a row. We love it!

  • Dane D.

    Submitted Jul 1, 2024

    Stayed Jun 22, 2024

    Really enjoyed this property again. Spacious and updated. Nice screen porch, fire pit area and frontage. Owner very responsive. Would definitely return.

  • Vicky H.

    Submitted Jun 22, 2024

    Stayed Jun 15, 2024

    Loved our annual family vacation

  • Corey T.

    Submitted Jun 16, 2024

    Stayed Jun 8, 2024

    Great location and cabin meet our needs. View has perfect. Very nice experience. Thank you

  • Mike E.

    Submitted May 31, 2024

    Stayed May 28, 2024

    We stayed here for 3 days for a small mouth bass fishing trip - this house is perfectly located in Mercer and has incredible lake views - fyi if you need groceries and get in late Snows market will deliver - this was a game changer since we got in lake and had to meet our guides early next morning

  • Tyi C.

    Submitted May 27, 2024

    Stayed May 24, 2024

    We loved this property! Beautiful view, even when the weather was not cooperating. The outdoor firepit area was the best, the chairs are amazing! So much room, we definitely want to come back with our kids and grandkids! Close to town, easy to find takeout, breakfast and shops.

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$318+
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