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Luxe cabin, gentle slope to lake, king beds, movie room, near town & trails

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Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
4 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, travel cot
Miscellaneous
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire chalet

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 15325.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Spooner, WI
  • Spooner Dog Park
    9 min drive
  • Railroad Memories Museum
    10 min drive
  • Spooner Golf Club
    10 min drive
  • Hayward, WI (HYR-Sawyer County)
    36 min drive

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About the area

Spooner

A family-friendly stay in Spooner awaits you at this chalet. You'll be 6.1 km (3.8 mi) from Spooner Dog Park and 6.5 km (4 mi) from Railroad Memories Museum. Highlights at this chalet include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .This pet-friendly chalet offers a games room, a garden and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find a hot tub. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Spooner chalet include Spooner Golf Club and Wild Rivers State Trail.

What's nearby

  • Railroad Memories Museum - 10 min drive
  • Spooner Golf Club - 10 min drive
  • Trego Lake - 15 min drive
  • Nelson Lake - 48 min drive
  • St. Croix Casino Danbury - 53 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown) - 124 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Prime Bar Family Dining - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Round Man Brewing Co. - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Nick's Family Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sam Hick's Real Drive In - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Luxe cabin, gentle slope to lake, king beds, movie room, near town & trails

Welcome to The Whistling Turtle Chalet on Cable Lake!

Escape, relax, play, and connect at our nature-themed lake house with its Up North vibe.
+An awesome hygge experience for families and friends
+4BR/3Bth plus loft: Sleeps 15
+Flat yard with 7 stairs to the lake
+Close to ATV, ski trails
+6 min to Spooner
+Movie theater & bar in basement
+Gourmet kitchen, large dining table
+Lovely rooms, comfy beds
+Garage, paved driveway
+Patio & grill
+3 acres (woods, large yard, shore)
+New dock, sandy beach
+Pontoon for rent
+Fire pit
+Great fishing & swimming

You will find our North Woods lake cabin to be a great mix of luxury, nature, and convenience.

**We have summer 2025 days open for your Up North adventure. Reach out and ask us about renting our beautiful pontoon boat.

**But right now it's cozy season in northern Wisconsin, and the chalet is warm and inviting. We are ready to host your group for your cold-weather getaway!

**Message us about our military/first responder discount, our homeschooling families promotion, or to reserve our property for a photo/video shoot or event.**

We are very close to the fun and historic town of Spooner, to the ATV, hiking, ski, snow shoe and snowmobile trails, and to all that the North Woods of Wisconsin has to offer. Fishing, boating, swimming, canoeing, hiking, great dining, antique stores, unique shops, arts and crafts, history...our area is the perfect setting for a fantastic family vacation or getaway with friends.

An Enchanting Place for You and Your Group:

Plan a magical vacation up north at the lake with your group. At the chalet you will be able to enjoy fishing off the dock, swimming in the lake, playing lawn games, building fires, exploring the lake on the boat, going to town for fun shopping and food, and in the winter, snowshoeing, getting cozy next to a fire, cross-country skiing, and so much more.

We are excited to share our enchanting paradise with your family and groups. We want you to come back for fun and relaxation at the chalet year after year.


Amenities for you to enjoy:

-Comfortable gathering spaces for your group to relax and connect

-A fully stocked kitchen, perfect for your cooking and entertaining

-Beautiful dining areas for your large group to enjoy

-4 nature-themed bedrooms at the corners of the house, ideal for you to hide away

-A bar area with amenities for entertaining

-A 1930s-inspired theater room for a kids' escape, a movie marathon, or even a karaoke night

-A large yard and a kids' play set for your kids to romp around

-A patio and grill for outdoor dining

-A serene waterfall and koi pond

-A fire pit that you can use in any season

-Games for your family or group

-An easy walk down to our fully recreational lake

-A sandy beach (just 7 stairs to descend to the shoreline)

-A large dock, perfect for fishing and swimming

-A large refurbished pontoon boat for rent

-Paved roads and a paved driveway (you will not have to drive on any gravel to reach our place)

-A garage for parking 1 or 2 vehicles

**Do you have questions as you are trying to plan your trip? Reach out to us; we love to chat!**

MORE DETAILS:

The neighborhood is peaceful and quiet, and you can relish being out in nature, while at the same time being close to town.

Our chalet sits on nearly three acres, which include a well-kept yard, a play set, a garden area, a koi pond, a wooded area, and the lakeshore. While a few things, including the pole barn, are not open to guests (yet!), you are free to roam the rest of the property.

The chalet is a two-story house with a basement, so be aware that there you will have stairs to navigate. There are only three stairs to get into the house.

With an open concept design, the chalet has two bedrooms and two bathrooms off the living room on the main floor, and two bedrooms, one bathroom, and the loft on the second floor.

*On the main floor, The Thicket (master bedroom with an en suite bathroom) has a king bed with a Dream Cloud mattress and a fold-down couch (perfect for a child). There is plenty of room here to set up one of the two on-site pack-n-plays for a baby as well.

*Also on the main floor, The Bear Den (a cozy bedroom) has a queen bed with a Nectar Premier mattress.

*On the second floor at the top of the stairs, Fox Hollow (a large bedroom) has a queen bed with a Dream Cloud mattress and a full-size log bed.

*Also at the top of the stairs is the loft area where there is a full-size futon.

*At the end of the hallway upstairs is The Pond Room (a second master bedroom), which has a king bed with a Nectar Premier mattress and a queen bed as well.

GUEST ACCESS

You will have access to most of the property, excluding the wood shed and the pole barn. But our pole barn will soon be accessible to guests. We have something fun for you and your group to enjoy out there, coming soon!

The driveway and dirt part of the yard provide space for 5 or 6 vehicles to park, though you must be careful not to block the part of the driveway that is shared with the neighbors.

The garage can fit one or two of your cars and is heated in the winter.

In the summer, you can enjoy our beautiful pontoon boat for rent!

You can bring your own kayaks, canoes, or water toys to our shoreline.

In the fall, you can bring your ATVs to hop on the trails down the road.

In the winter, you can bring your snowmobiles and/or mobile ice fishing house.

**Reach out to us with questions about where you can park your toys on our property.**


SAFETY, RULES, LOCAL ATTRACTIONS:

Please note: Our property has stairs and steps, a pond and small bridge near the patio, and some other features that mean parents of small children should be especially vigilant during your stay.

Lakefront:

We currently rent out our pontoon boat to guests based on availability and season. You can rent out the pontoon boat for the entire duration of their stay. **Ask us for more info on the boat rental.**

You can bring your own kayaks, canoe, and small water toys, including a rope and tube if you would like to use our pontoon boat for tubing.

Access to Fun Stuff:

Be ready to drive your vehicle, ATV, or snowmobile to the local attractions.

The Whistling Turtle is 6 minutes from downtown Spooner, which has quaint shops along its main street, a variety of restaurants, cozy coffee houses, a brewpub, churches, activities, a large grocery store, a natural foods store, bakeries, and a farmer's market.

No need to pack up your entire kitchen and enough groceries for your stay. We have a gourmet kitchen ready for your entertaining, and the local stores are excellent for buying your food and supplies.

Do you want to go exploring? Our place is about 10 minutes from the beautiful and well traveled Namekagon River (canoe rentals in Trego), and it is about 30 minutes from the fun lake town of Hayward, with its fishing museum, candy shops, zoo, and other fun attractions.

There is so much for couples, families, and groups to enjoy in this part of the North Woods! We highly recommend exploring the beautiful lakes and trails that are all around Spooner and the great restaurants that are in town and in the neighboring towns as well.

Shell Lake is just south of Spooner and makes for an awesome afternoon of swimming at the beautiful public beach and grabbing some yummy ice cream. Shell Lake has the Potter's Shed and other fun places in its downtown.

The Whistling Turtle is close to the miles and miles of beautiful and well-kept ATV trails and snowmobile trails of Washburn County (so bring your toys and enjoy the trails).

With such a fantastic location, you will have plenty to occupy you in the area, but you may even want to take a day trip up to Lake Superior, which is a little over an hour north. The Twin Cities are just two hours to the southwest.

**Ask us about outings and day trips that your group can plan in the North Woods.**

House Rules:

No smoking of any kind or doing illegal drugs on the property.

No fireworks on the property.

No large and/or raucous parties. (Please contact us directly if you would like to do a small event, like a groom's dinner, corporate retreat, etc.)

The principal renter must be at least 26 years old.

Keep the noise level down as we have neighbors close by the property.

Follow all the guidelines in the welcome book for the house, the yard (especially the pond), and the lakeshore.

If you bring pets, keep them out of the pond and off of the furniture, especially the beds, and be mindful of the neighbors and also of guests who will come after you. (Guests who leave a mess from their pets will pay an additional charge on top of the pet fee.)

Property manager

Jenny and Kristin

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe

Location highlights

  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Boat
  • Table tennis
  • Water sports equipment

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 26

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: $200 pet fee per stay

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 35
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 35. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxe cabin, gentle slope to lake, king beds, movie room, near town & trails have a pool?

No, this chalet doesn't have a pool.

What luxury perks are available at Luxe cabin, gentle slope to lake, king beds, movie room, near town & trails ?

This property features 1 hot tub, as well as a fireplace and a living room.

What makes Luxe cabin, gentle slope to lake, king beds, movie room, near town & trails a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, fireplaces, and private patios all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Luxe cabin, gentle slope to lake, king beds, movie room, near town & trails .

Is Luxe cabin, gentle slope to lake, king beds, movie room, near town & trails family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and an arcade, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Luxe cabin, gentle slope to lake, king beds, movie room, near town & trails is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at Luxe cabin, gentle slope to lake, king beds, movie room, near town & trails ?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Luxe cabin, gentle slope to lake, king beds, movie room, near town & trails ?

No, Luxe cabin, gentle slope to lake, king beds, movie room, near town & trails does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Luxe cabin, gentle slope to lake, king beds, movie room, near town & trails ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Luxe cabin, gentle slope to lake, king beds, movie room, near town & trails Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic cabin weekend!
We had a wonderful time at the Whistling Turtle Chalet with our extended family. Plenty of space in nice clean rooms. Wonderful kitchen fully stocked, with beautiful rooms and grounds. Jenny was extremely communicative and helped with everything we needed or any questions we had. Such thoughtful accommodations and attention to detail. Highly recommend. Can’t wait to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Up-North Spot
Jennifer and Kristin were very accommodating and the property was clean, well-setup and a memorable getaway for the whole family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Travis L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway with the boys
The property is in an awesome location! It was just what I was hoping it was going to be, a retreat for me and my brother's along with a couple friends. I cant say enough about how nice the property is. Might be back with the kiddos and wife!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hayley S.

Liked: Cleanliness
June 2023
This was a really great trip! The hosts were very attentive to our needs, the cabin was very nice and clean, plus a playground and small pond on the patio. I was unsure about the small lake but we caught tons of fish and there was a nice sandy bottoms off the dock for the kids to play ins I would def stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley L., Oakdale

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome!
It was such an awesome experience! The hosts are extremely polite and respectful! Not only that, they respond quickly. My family loved this place! The best part was, we were able to see the northern lights by the lake! I really recommend this place ❤
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful cozy home!
We loved our stay at the whistling turtle! Our group of twelve of my family and friends had a great time watching movies, playing games, doing puzzles, chatting and eating. :). The kitchen is well stocked with pots and everything you need to cook. We preferred the cozy couches in the living room to the cute theatre for watching movies. We also enjoyed seeing many deer in the yard! Thanks for everything! We will book again soon for next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

john b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin great location
Beautiful cabin with plenty of room and seating. Very peaceful location yet only 5 minutes from downtown spooner. Close to food, drink, shopping and entertainment.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay, Awesome House
The house was amazing and had plenty of space for our group. We had a great time playing games, watching movies, and playing exciting games of ping pong. We can't wait to come back in the summer to enjoy the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Jeannie C.

Nice place.
Easy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
A nice long weekend before school starts
3 families came together to relax and enjoy the lake during Labor Day weekend before school started. The kiddos were all teens who enjoyed the paddleboats, the firepit, and the movie room was a massive hit with everyone. The kitchen was large with a beautiful wood table large enough for our 10 hungry mouths. We even caught enough fish to have a fish fry! So much fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tyler C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly satisfied
Everything about this cabin was perfect, had no problems. Would rent again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice property
Beautiful house and yard. Enjoyed bonding with my extended family, which the house accommodated very easily. The location was great: quiet country setting but still not far from town. Would recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandy A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer Fun
Nice place lots of room big yard new dock
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best getaway spot in northern Wisconsin!
This property had all the amenities we needed! Beautiful lake access which allowed us to bring our boat and kayaks. A fire pit for evening hangouts with a view of the lake. Also plenty of space in the house for our family reunion. Just gorgeous!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bob K., Waukesha

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Up North Getaway!
Had a wonderful week with our family (8 adults, 4 kids age 3-12) and the house and property worked perfectly! The house feels even roomier than pictured and is very tastefully appointed. It was perfectly clean and stocked with the basics as described in listing. Kitchen was adequate for preparing meals and happily the beautiful slab dining table easily held all of us. Bedrooms are set off and quietly away from main gathering spots; the beautiful and spacious master suite has wonderful sunrises. The basement theater is a great touch but weather was too nice to use more than once. Appreciated the supply of toys in the loft for our toddler. Overall just a very comfortable and quality place for everyone to gather and hang out. There was tons of space to run around and relax outside as well. The weather was hot but there always seemed like a nice shady spot whether it was the back patio or down by the lake in the afternoon. Great little bench swing to enjoy the lake view and watch the kiddos having a great time. The large pier is in a small, quiet bay that’s not very deep and dotted with lily pads. The kids enjoyed the paddleboats and the shallow sandy areas right off shore. Kids enjoyed reeling in the numerous little panfish off dock, and our 6 year old granddaughter also pulled in an exciting northern! Caught several good sized largemouth bass along south side of lake with some casual fishing attempts in a kayak. Enjoyed eagles and loons while on the lake and a few deer and fox running through yard. Firepit was put to use several times; plenty of seating and cheap firewood nearby. Privacy and the ability to enjoy nature’s solitude are important to us and overall we give Whispering Turtle Chalet a very high rating. There are neighbors you will see and hear enjoying the up north life (boating, campfires, atv’s), but nothing extended that made for an unpleasant experience. The 189 acre lake is big enough for some good kayaking and the amount of ski boat/jet ski traffic was really minimal. We had great communication with the owner – very timely and helpful, informative responses. Had a minor issue with oven that was quickly resolved. Spooner is a nice little town to wander around; the Economart is a great grocery store. Appreciated the owners bulletin board on local highlights. If you want a bigger beach experience try Shell Lake, it’s really nice. We rented kayaks on a non-tubing section of the Namekegon river. It was beautiful and water flow
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danielle L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
We had a great extended family vacation at this house and we loved every minute of it! Would definitely love to come back sometime!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthony J.

Liked: Cleanliness
We really enjoyed our stay!!
Great property and close enough drive to Hayward!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022