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Madeline Island Cottage Overlooking Apostle Islands

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Interior
On the beach, beach towels
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 16465 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Madeline Island Cottage Overlooking Apostle Islands

A private and quiet setting overlooking the Apostle Islands National Park. Relaxing getaway for two or plenty of space for a gathering of sixteen.

Enjoy enchanting glimpses of wildlife; deer at dawn, lake trout and salmon migrating in spring and fall. The extra-wide, permanent dock reaches 140' into Lake Superior and provides a perfect place to relax on the adirondack chairs and watch children at play or enjoy a serene moment at sunset.

Our architecturally designed cottage has an old world feel. The all-wood interior on the main and upper floors, most of which is milled from old growth Douglas Fir timbers, lend warmth and character to the home. The wrap-around screen porch provides protected outdoor space for dining, reading, playing cards or taking an afternoon nap. The fieldstone rumsford fireplace will take the evening chill out of the air and the 12' dining table will seat a crowd for special meals prepared in the gourmet kitchen.

The lower level 'rainy day' room features table tennis, a kids rock-climbing wall, a large flat screen TV monitor with AppleTV. An electric keyboard and an acoustic guitar is there waiting to be strummed. Plenty of books, games and puzzles line the shelves throughout the home.

We are 7 miles from the town of LaPointe where you'll find restaurants, bars, ice cream and souvenir shopping. There are tennis courts available as well as a Robert Trent Jones-designed golf course. Moped, kayak and bicycle rental also available. Take the ferry over to Bayfield for a day trip of shopping and dinner out.

Available for weekly rentals during summer months or shorter periods in fall, winter and spring. Designed by Dale Mulfinger of SALA Architects, and featured in his book, Family Cabin (https://www.tauntonstore.com/the-family-cabin#collateral-tabs)

Keywords: Cabin

Property manager

Theresa Brunker

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

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: 5,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
Property Registration Number 2030 North Shore - Brunker

Property is also known as

Madeline Island Cottage Overlooking Apostle Islands Cottage
Madeline Island Cottage Overlooking Apostle Islands La Pointe

About the area

Map
LaPointe, WI

What's nearby

  • Big Bay State Park - 6 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Madeline Island Ferry Line - 68 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Apostle Islands Cruises - 69 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Apostle Islands Marina - 69 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Legendary Waters Casino - 73 min drive - 19.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Manypenny Bistro - ‬66 min drive
  • ‪Pier Plaza Restaurant - ‬65 min drive
  • ‪Bodin Fisheries - ‬66 min drive
  • ‪The Pickled Herring - ‬65 min drive
  • ‪Beach Club - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Madeline Island Cottage Overlooking Apostle Islands pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Madeline Island Cottage Overlooking Apostle Islands?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Madeline Island Cottage Overlooking Apostle Islands?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Madeline Island Cottage Overlooking Apostle Islands located?

Nestled on the beach, this La Pointe cottage is steps from Lake Superior and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Big Bay State Park. Major Gilbert Beach and Madeline Island Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Madeline Island Cottage Overlooking Apostle Islands Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 66 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bethany V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Cabin on the Island
Best cabin on the island for families with kids. Our group of friends and our kids love staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our Favorite Place To Stay
This was our third time staying. We go almost every year and have stayed at many phenomenal homes on the island, but this is far and away our favorite. The home is incredibly well thought-out for groups and very comfortable. The porch, the dock, the sunsets...it's just magical.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful family vacation
This is our second time staying at this amazing home, and everything was great. Our first night there, we viewed the Northern Lights. We woke all 5 grandkids (ages 3-14) and all sat on the dock and watched in awe. What a way to start the week! This property has everything we needed to enjoy our time together. We all want to go back! Thank you so much.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Madeline Island Family Fun
Fabulous place for our family to gather to enjoy each other and the gorgeous area. Our group ranged in age from 5 to 85. We had as many as 14 people there at once, although all were not able to stay the whole week. The kids loved the basement playroom and the great pier on the lake, as did the adults. So many wonderfully appointed bedrooms, lots of getaway spots, spacious dining table. And then the wraparound screened porch and the unbelievable kitchen! This is a truly special house!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bethany V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for Families
This house is perfect for multiple families. Lots of space and activities for young children. We hope to rent this cabin again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julianne H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home!
We were thrilled with the space for a multi-family vacation, better than pictured! Plenty of space, the basement was a perfect escape for the kids, the kitchen well-equipped, porch lovely, and the dock/beach amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maggie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Property!
We had a fabulous time at this spectacular house on Madeline Island! it is absolutely beautiful, has lots of space, great access to a dock on Lake Superior, stunning views and a wonderful well-stocked kitchen. It is so charming and cozy and has enough space for our group. Communication with the host is very easy. We just loved staying there!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

julie m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another Perfect Stay
This was our fourth trip to this house, and, as always, it was heavenly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!
Rendezvous House was relaxing, well-stocked, comfortable, had lovely decor, a great view, and fun dock and beach. Plenty of space for 16 of us to move around without being on top of each other. The nine kids enjoyed the ping pong table and climbing wall. And very comfortable beds! We loved sitting on the screened in porch to look at the lake and enjoy the sunsets. Not far from the state park or town.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail T., Winona

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful vacation spot
Our family has been enjoying this place for a few years now. We keep coming back because we love the house, porch, dock and beautiful location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply the best
This proved to be just the family time and place we were looking for. Slow days, incredible sunsets, swimming at the Town park beach, fishing, preparing food together and relishing the conversation. The house was perfect. Incredibly well stocked, and the house itself so well thought out for sleeping, eating, reading ( the library, for kids and adults, was on point!) and relaxing was just so wonderful. The screened porch alone was worthy of so much time spent looking over the Lake and the other islands. Our thanks to Theresa and her family and caretaker for creating and sharing an almost magical place on the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kolleen F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
Memorial weekend for our mom we lost last year . Spending time with family reminiscing and making memories was quiet, peaceful ,spacious We loved it very comfortable would definitely come back
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

E G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical in the winter
We have been to Madeline Island several times now, and this was our second time to go during the winter. We love it there in the winter because things are calm and quiet and beautiful with snow blanketing the trees. On my morning runs down the snowy lane, I scarcely saw any other person. It was just the peaceful retreat we were looking for. The home is cozy, clean and quiet, set far enough back off the road that you really feel like you are all alone in this winter wonderland. There was plenty of firewood at the house so that we could keep a roaring fire going. This was great for family game nights as well as cooking s’mores in the evening. There was plenty of space for our family of 10 to spread out and plenty of activities in the house to keep them occupied. My youngest kids really loved the rock climbing wall in the basement. Ironically, although we can never get them to practice at home, they also really enjoyed playing the piano in the basement. There were lots of books to read and lots of board games to play. The kitchen was well stocked, and we really did not lack anything we needed. As far as other activities, we rented snowshoes and went hiking in big bay State Park. We also left the island to go ski at the local ski hill which was very inexpensive and a lot of fun, although it was not terribly fancy. We had a wonderful time, the hosts were very responsive, and we would definitely go back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very good
Very easy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julia I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really special spot!
We had a girls trip and this place was perfect. We loved watching the sunset on the dock
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Our stay was absolutely amazing. Extremely wonderful home and property. Excellent for a family with children. Loved the lake and dock area. The kids had a blast. Screened in porch beautiful. Kitchen amazing. Yard accommodated our badminton games. Fires in the evening and a grill for dinner. There is nothing but positives. We so enjoyed. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Martha W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place for our family
This house is amazing! Everything about our stay met or exceeded our expectations. The wraparound screened in porch is phenomenal. And there was plenty of room for us to gather all together as well as space for anyone wanting a little alone time. Highly recommend this beautiful place!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin K.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely week
Our week on Madeline Island was made perfect by our stay at the Rendezvous house. It was beautiful from top to bottom, inside and out. My one regret was not bringing a baby gate for our youngest travelers. The various sets of steps made for some added anxiety for this mom. But overall, a wonderful experience that we will happily do again!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

julie m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Third Stay in this Beautiful Home
Staying here is a special experience. We hope to return every year.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome family trip
Beautiful property…especially watching the sunsets from the wrap-around porch with the islands as a back drop. Everything you need at your fingertips.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really nice vacation
We had a great time—property was beautiful and spacious and the owner was great to work with! Just a few tips for future guests: I would say we spent most of our time hanging out at the property itself (hanging out on dock, beach, campfire, grilling, chatting, playing cards, screen porch). It’s a perfectly serene setting with absolutely no noise from neighbors, etc and a great place to relax and hang out with friends and family. If you feel the urge to explore a bit, a few things that we found were: 1) For boat tours of the islands we ended up going to bayfield rather than the tours on the island since they were significantly cheaper and had much more availability. Tour was overall good, but most of our tour was spent getting to Devils Island and going back. Devil’s island is really cool, so if we did it again we’d try to find a tour on a speedboat that went directly there (not sure if such a thing exists) 2) If you go into bayfield, recommend catching breakfast at the Manypenny Bistro. 3) It’s worth checking out big bay state park. Cool hiking trails. 4) We couldn’t find Kayak rentals on the island, looks like just Kayak tours. 5) We brought our own bikes, although there is also bike rental. Be aware that there are generally no dedicated biking trails on the island, so you will be sharing road with cars. Not a problem for the most part since it is very low traffic but not great for little ones. (We left the little ones home with grandparents while we went out).
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

Liked: Cleanliness
4th of July
Stayed over the 4th of July with friends and family. 9 adults total and there was plenty of room for everyone & to spread out as well. Very cozy and well stocked with everything you could need. Everyone felt comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Gathering
Very nice property! Hosts were easy to communicate with.. would love to stay here again someday!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Retreat
This was a wonderful property for our large family. So much thought was put into making our stay comfortable. Would recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phillip S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy and Fun
Great property, easy to work with, and simple check-in/check-out. We'll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022