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Smeagle's Terrapin | LUX Lakefront, Theatre, Dock, Kayaks, AC, Hot Tub

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Interior
Outdoor spa tub
4 bedrooms, desk, travel cot, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11316 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning

About this property

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

Smeagle's Terrapin | LUX Lakefront, Theatre, Dock, Kayaks, AC, Hot Tub

SMEAGLE'S TERRAPIN: Escape to Smeagle's Terrapin on Lower Gresham Lake. This spacious log home is perfect for large groups and offers a blend of Northwoods charm with modern amenities. Highlights of the lakefront home is a threatre room, air conditioning, foosball, firepit, fireplace, kayaks, dock, large yard, outdoor hot tub and several TV's. Situated between Arbor Vitae and Boulder Junction, this private lake home boasts a dock with a boat launch nearby.

HIGHLIGHTS: Enjoy movie nights in the theater room, complete with comfortable seating and a large screen. With 4 acres of open and wooded landscape, you’ll have plenty of room to explore. Enjoy a night telling stories around the campfire or soaking in the hot tub on the deck. The lake invites you to kayak, boat or simply relax by the water or around the firepit - there are 2 kayaks at the home for guest use! The home features an office, as well as a game room with foosball, two TVs and a bar. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need and there is a grill on the deck. Large windows, smart TVs, fireplaces, AC and washer/dryer.

BED CONFIGURATION:
Main Level - King Bedroom Suite (with TV)
Main Level - Twin XL over Queen Bunk Bed
Lower Level - King Bedroom (with TV)
Lower Level - Double Bedroom (with TV)
Lower Level - Twin in theatre room
Loft - Twin in office area

PETS: This home is NOT pet-friendly. Please do not bring your pets or emotional support animals. The owner is very allergic to cats and dogs, so there are no exceptions to this rule. If there is a violation, there will be a $750 penalty fee.

LAKE: Lower Gresham Lake is a 149-acre full rec lake. Fish include Musky, Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike and Walleye. We have a dock to tie up your boat. The boat launch is nearby and is available for a small fee. Be sure to bring your water toys and watercraft!

TRAILS: This home is adjacent to 500 miles of groomed snowmobile trails. ATV/UTV riders can cover a variety of terrain in the area, from paved roads to dirt routes. Enjoy hiking in the nearby Nicolet National Forest or biking on the WinMan Trails. Check out the "Map It Vilas County Trails App" to navigate all the trail systems for any sport - snowmobiling, ATVing, cross-country skiing, biking, and hiking.

AREA: We are located15 min to Manitowish Waters,15 min to Boulder Junction, 20 min to Minocqua, 25 min to Mercer, and 40 min to Eagle River. A great central location for fishing, snowmobiling, ATV riding, biking on the trails, and ski areas! You can get to Snow River ski resort in the Western UP in under an hour!

PLEASE NOTE: We do not provide firewood, but get you started with one DuraFlame log for the living room fireplace. Please only use DuraFlame logs in the home. There is one exterior security camera facing the driveway.

Vilas County TRH Permit#: TAYL-AV6S62

Cancellation Policy: If your arrival date is within 30 days of booking, payment in full is required at the time of booking. Cancellations or changes that result in a shortened stay that are made within thirty (30) days of the arrival date forfeit the entire reservation amount. We do offer travel insurance. [PLEASE NOTE:] Airbnb, VRBO, and other 3rd party online travel agencies ("OTA's") have cancellation policies that may be different AND supersede our policy. If you are not booking directly with us, please familiarize yourself with the policy of the website you are booking on.

Vacation Rental Collective has the perfect Northern Wisconsin Vacation Rental, Northwoods Cabin, Northern Wisconsin AirBnB, or Northwoods Wisconsin VRBO for your group! Whether you're snowmobiling, fishing, boating, ATVing, or hiking, VRC has your perfect lodging accommodations.

Property manager

Northwoods Collection

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,400 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

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 is also known as

1586-263486

About the area

Map
Woodruff, Wisconsin

What's nearby

  • Upper Gesham Lake - 11 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Wild Rice Lake - 15 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Lake of the Torches Casino - 23 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Torpy Park Beach - 29 min drive - 26.6 km
  • Minocqua Park Complex - 30 min drive - 28.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Aberdeen Restaurant & Bar - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Rustic Roadhaus - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Howling Dog Saloon - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Marty's Place North - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Aberdeen Lodge - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Smeagle's Terrapin | LUX Lakefront, Theatre, Dock, Kayaks, AC, Hot Tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Smeagle's Terrapin | LUX Lakefront, Theatre, Dock, Kayaks, AC, Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Smeagle's Terrapin | LUX Lakefront, Theatre, Dock, Kayaks, AC, Hot Tub?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Smeagle's Terrapin | LUX Lakefront, Theatre, Dock, Kayaks, AC, Hot Tub located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Upper Gesham Lake, Jag Lake and Wild Rice Lake. Alder Lake and Spider Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Smeagle's Terrapin | LUX Lakefront, Theatre, Dock, Kayaks, AC, Hot Tub Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 118 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

Beautiful home that had everything we needed and wanted. Best VRBO rental we have experienced!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Definitely couldn’t swim from the dock, but all in all it was an awesome stay
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Family really enjoyed staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

Absolutely stunning property. Everything went perfectly for our annual golf outing. The accommodations were incredible. Communication with the property manager was amazing as well. 5 stars all around!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Perfect layout for a large family with a variety of ages. Kids loved the movie theater.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

House was awesome. Tons of panfish caught off the dock with amazing sunsets.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a lovely family vacation in this large spacious house on Gresham Lake.
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10/10

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a lovely stay! Clean and very comfortable.

10/10

We really enjoyed our stay at the property. It had everything we needed and was just as described.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10

There were 10 Of us women and we all had an awesome time!! Beautiful home and would recommend to all!! Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Four generations of our family came together for a lovely weekend of fishing, canoeing, card playing, and fun. Accommodations were perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10

Rental was amazing , owners have an awesome slice of heaven. Would highly recommend to friends and family
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10

Had a great experience. This is our second time staying at this property. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10

We had a wonderful stay. The house is exactly as described and was perfect for our group. If we are ever in the area again, we would love to check back in!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

The rental was true to its description and the friendly host was exceptional with information. Beautiful vacation spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

Great location for biking, fishing and swimming.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

The house was beautiful and very clean. We loved using the theater room and watching movies at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10

We head a great time, the house was perfect. If you are looking for a relaxing getaway with good fishing this is a nice property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

Great stay at this beautiful home.. We really enjoyed the amenities here. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

A beautiful property
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10

We had a wonderful time during our four night stay between Christmas and New Years! The house is extremely spacious and clean. We especially enjoyed the theater room!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10

House was perfect for our Northwoods getaway. Great views of the lake, great location and proximity to the snowmobile trails and the kids absolutely loved the theater room!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
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10/10

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Amazing girls weekend with fabulous friends! This place was perfect...very quiet, lake views by the dock for early morning coffee, short drive to town for shopping and dinner! The home was equipped with anything you would need. The theater room was a great added benefit. Shane the manager was attentive and wonderful to work with. Easy checkin and out. We will be back!