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On the South Shore of Madeline Island, Payne Cottage offers a warm retreat with a stone wood-burning fireplace. The great room flows into the kitchen and out to a wonderful deck perfect for outdoor living.

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9.2 out of 10
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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue
  • Fireplace
  • Water view

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About this property

Payne Cottage - Family Home with Lake Superior Access!

  • Payne Cottage | South Shore Family Retreat on Madeline Island
    Welcome to Payne Cottage, a charming family-friendly home on the South Shore of Madeline Island, perfect for relaxation, connection, and lakeside adventures. With stunning views, multiple decks, and a cozy great room, this cottage is ideal for families or groups seeking a comfortable island getaway.

    🏡 The Space
    Great Room: Open-concept living area with a stone wood-burning fireplace, dining table, and kitchen
    Deck Access: Large deck opens from the great room to enjoy fresh air and scenic surroundings
    Bedrooms: Sleeps up to 8 comfortably

    First Floor: King bedroom with deck access
    Second Floor: Two bedrooms, each with two twin beds, opening to a shared deck
    Loft: Full bed and futon, accessed by a ladder (perfect for kids or adventurous guests)

    ✨ Highlights
    Cozy wood-burning fireplace in the great room
    Multiple decks for outdoor dining and relaxing
    Family-friendly layout with private and shared spaces
    Loft adds a fun and unique sleeping option

    Payne Cottage is a wonderful South Shore retreat where families and friends can gather, unwind, and enjoy the natural beauty of Madeline Island.

    Town of La Pointe Permit # - D 2025-68

    Amenities:

    Kitchen features cooking essentials
    Microwave
    No Dishwasher
    Smart TV
    Telephone (local calls only)
    Wood Burning Fireplace
    Deck overlooking Lake Superior
    Charcoal Grill (please bring charcoal & lighter fluid)
    Private Lakeshore with steps down to Lake Superior
    WIFI
    Radio/CD player with an iPod docking station
    Linens for each Bed
    Bath Towels for the number of guests listed on the reservation
    Complimentary start-up supplies of: Toilet Tissue, Paper Towels, Garbage Bags, Dish Soap, Dishwasher soap along with Hand Soap and Shampoo for each bathroom

    Extra notes:

    Check in Time: 4:00 PM
    Check Out Time: 10:00 AM
    50% due at time of Reservation
    Madeline Island Vacations Terms & Conditions

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Oven

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

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)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

About the area

Located in La Pointe, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Madeline Island Museum and Bayfield Heritage Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Apostle Islands Marina and Madeline Island Ferry Line. Visit our La Pointe travel guide
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La Pointe, WI

What's nearby

  • Big Bay State Park
    Big Bay State Park
    9 min drive - 11.6 km
  • beach near Madeline Island Yacht Club
    6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • beach near Main Street Pocket Park
    8 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Madeline Island Museum
    8 min drive - 5.8 km
  • beach near Russell Park
    8 min drive - 5.8 km

Restaurants

  • Pier Plaza
    20 min drive
  • Morty's Pub
    20 min drive
  • Bates Art Bar
    21 min drive
  • Manypenny Bistro
    59 min drive
  • Bodin Fishery
    21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Payne Cottage - Family Home with Lake Superior Access! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Payne Cottage - Family Home with Lake Superior Access!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Payne Cottage - Family Home with Lake Superior Access!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Payne Cottage - Family Home with Lake Superior Access!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Payne Cottage - Family Home with Lake Superior Access! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Lake Superior and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Madeline Island Museum. Major Gilbert Beach and Madeline Island Ferry Line are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Payne Cottage - Family Home with Lake Superior Access! Reviews

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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 9 reviews
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8.0

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

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10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Long weekend

We enjoyed our stay on Madeline Island. The house is secluded, private, well kept and a beautiful view of Lake Superior
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Pete B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Spot

The house is nice and big. Had a few issues with bugs getting in, but we dealt with it. Could do with more paper towels and toilet paper on hand, but host was available to provide new supplies when needed. Fireplace is great, location is nice, pretty close to everything (not that hard on an island). A really nice serene place to unwind and unplug. Thanks!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serene Solitude

Payne Cottage was the perfect get away. The property was everything we expected. The view was stunning. We came with family for their first time. They were amazed at the beauty of it all.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Breanna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relax

We got in to the island Thursday evening. The property was ready when we showed up. Even with the weather being tough was a awesome place to stay as it had games, books, lake shore, wonderful relaxing fire place and an amazing quiet weekend away! Can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
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6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Check-in

Payne Cottage

Loved the house, very comfortable. The smell in the laundry/pantry room was concerning.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Sonja A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Lovely Stay on Madeline Island

We really enjoyed Payne Cottage. The spot is private and quiet. Comfortable living space with good places for hanging out, playing games and doing puzzles. A photo of the steps to the water would have been helpful to prepare us. The steps were fine, but steep. Decent supplies in the kitchen, but could have used a better knife and a good frying pan in the kitchen. Have recommended it for friends coming to MI soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything met my expectations

Inside of cabin was nice and well maintained. Outside could use a new coat of paint, but not bad and who really cares it's a cabin on an island. Everything was spelled out and easy to come and go. Fun island to visit.
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10/10 Excellent

Lynn L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect home for family get-away!

This place was perfect for our family! The open living space, large kitchen table and deck were great for game playing and dinners. The home was well equipped for all our cooking needs. (except for grill- no charcoal/lighter fluid) Rooms are big and the view is lovely!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
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8/10 Good

Jamie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025