See all properties
Entire cabin

Eagle River Retreat w/ Bunkhouse on the Chain. Sleeps 12.

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Eagle River

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Eagle River Retreat w/ Bunkhouse on the Chain. Sleeps 12.

A wooden cabin interior with a dining area, a ceiling fan, and large windows.
A wooden bridge in a forested area with a stream below.
An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by trees and overlooking a body of water.
A dorm-style room with bunk beds, a sofa, a TV, and a ceiling fan.
A wooden cabin kitchen with a stove, refrigerator, and shelves with mugs.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12192 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

View in a map
Eagle River, WI
  • Place, Otter Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Eagle Lake
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Scattering Rice Lake
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

About the area

Eagle River

On lake.You'll find Eagle Lake and Scattering Rice Lake within a 15-minute walk of this Eagle River cabin. Harmony Lake and Kartway are also within 3 miles (5 km).
View more Cabin rentals in Eagle RiverOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Otter Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Eagle Lake - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Scattering Rice Lake - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Catfish Lake - 8 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Cranberry Lake - 9 min drive - 8.0 km

Getting around

  • Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Andy's Pontoon Saloon - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tribute Brewing Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Nutty Squirrel - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Eagle River Retreat w/ Bunkhouse on the Chain. Sleeps 12.

The Knotty Pine Cottage + Bunk awaits your family gathering! Surrounded by tall pines yet close to town, you'll have your perfect cottage with the "up north" feel and modern, clean amenities. Visit us on FB for a Virtual Tour and floor plans. Find us @KnottyPineCottage on FB or online at KnottyPineCB web site. If you have questions, please email us before you book. Virtual tour available online.

For the first time, we are opening up to winter rentals to families and responsible groups. The house comfortably sleeps 8.

Major update & renovations completed in 2018. It's like staying in a new home in a rustic location on one acre property! Read our 5-Star reviews for how clean the Cottage is. The Knotty Pine is located on the ATV/Snowmobile trail and close to everything Eagle River has to offer. IF YOU ARE COMING TO PARTY, PLEASE RENT ELSEWHERE. This is our family vacation home that we open up a few times per year.

You'll find Eagle Lake Park (a Vilas County Park) directly across the street. See our Facebook page for a virtual tour of the property and floor plans (@KnottyPineCottage)

MAIN HOUSE (1,650 sq. ft.): Has a spacious kitchen, new appliances, three bedrooms, a and two new bathrooms. The main floor bath has a full-size bath tub with a hand-held sprayer for the smaller kiddos. The lower level has the second bath, new laundry and an extra full-size refrigerator. The lower level was finished in 2021 to include a large bedroom and games area, complete with a dartboard and foosball table.
- Blue Bedroom: King Bed
- Green Bedroom: Queen Bed
- Lower level bedroom: King Bed & Full Bed
- Den/TV Room: Day Bed & Trundle with TV

BUNK HOUSE CLOSED FOR WINTER. (SUMMER RENTALS: Bunk House is 10' away but is perfect for the kiddos. A 13 x 24' space with a Queen bed and three Twin XL Bunks. The cottage has seating area, beautiful water views, tv and games galore and of course very good Wifi. The bunk was remodeled down to the studs in 2018. The bunk house sleeps 5. )

The cottage is located in the center of the Eagle River Chain of lakes between Eagle Lake and Otter Lake. The Knotty Pine Cottage + Bunk is our family's retreat. We open it to other families who will treat it like their own home. The Knotty Pine has a local caretaker who checks in during your stay to make sure you have everything you need.

Other info:
-3 night minimum in the off season, 6-7 day rentals only during the peak summer months.
- Local property care taker does an on-site check at some point during rental to make sure you are well cared for.
- Weekly rentals only in the summer months.
- Linens are provided, bring your own beach towels.
- There is NO SMOKING allowed on the premises. Inside or out. If you or your guests smoke, please find a different place to rent.
- No parties or events are allowed.
- Free Wi-fi in both Cottage and Bunk.

Kitchen appliances: Gas stove, dishwasher, microwave, fridge, coffee maker. Second refrigerator in lower level, plus new washer, new dryer & laundry sink.
- 100' of frontage on a one acre lot.
- No Pets allowed.
- Slack line, outdoor games
- Bunk House available to rent summer months only.

Nearby Restaurants: Kickback Grill, Blue Heron, Pirates Hideaway, Sweetwater, Eagle Waters, Leif's Cafe and more.
Five minutes to grocery store, fishing supplies, gas station

Visit us on Facebook: @KnottyPineCottage

Similar properties

A wooden dock leading into a lake surrounded by trees.
Waterfront Eagle River Lake Home w/ Boat Dock
Eagle River
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
Waterfront Eagle River Lake Home w/ Boat Dock

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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: 2,064 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 9:30 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Check Out Time: 9:30 am Strip all the bed sheets from the beds that were slept in. Bed linens can be left in each bedroom. Gather / pile all bath towels, wash cloths and hand towels in the bathroom.
Please remove any of your food or beverage items from the main floor and basement refrigerator. Load the dishwasher and run it with any remaining dirty dishes.
Make sure any fire in the fire pit is extinguished with water. Please make sure you have brought the garbage and recycling out for Thursday’s pick-up!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets 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
Onsite 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Eagle River Retreat w/ Bunkhouse on the Chain. Sleeps 12. to the airport?

This cabin is 30.9 mi (46-min drive) away from the Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Eagle River Retreat w/ Bunkhouse on the Chain. Sleeps 12. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

Does Eagle River Retreat w/ Bunkhouse on the Chain. Sleeps 12. offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Eagle River Retreat w/ Bunkhouse on the Chain. Sleeps 12.?

No, there is no casino at this cabin.

What time is check-in at Eagle River Retreat w/ Bunkhouse on the Chain. Sleeps 12.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Eagle River Retreat w/ Bunkhouse on the Chain. Sleeps 12.?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does Eagle River Retreat w/ Bunkhouse on the Chain. Sleeps 12. have a pool?

This cabin does not have a pool.

Does Eagle River Retreat w/ Bunkhouse on the Chain. Sleeps 12. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is Eagle River Retreat w/ Bunkhouse on the Chain. Sleeps 12. to downtown Eagle River?

This cabin is 2.3 mi away from Eagle River.

Eagle River Retreat w/ Bunkhouse on the Chain. Sleeps 12. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

An amazing place right on the chain! Cabin and bunk were exceptionally clean and updated!

Wonderful, we’ll for sure be booking this place again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

We had a wonderful time. The property is in a great central location on the chain. The house was well stocked with everything you might need. It was very clean. Comfy beds and plenty of wood to have fires in the evening. The dock was perfect for our boat. Would definitely reccomend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We had a great time. I think it is described well in the listing.

We love the Eagle chain and all it has to offer. The place was clean and cozy. Bunk house worked great for the kids.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lovely property in Eagle River

This was a terrific find. The property is exactly as advertised and extremely well equipped, clean and very up to date. Right on a river within easy distance of Eagle River. The owners have gone out of their way to include information about Eagle Right and surrounding area. We had a great time and would definitely visit again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay on the chain.

Our family had a awesome time at the Knotty Pine. We just loved the cabin and the bunkhouse was great for the kids to hang out. Very well stocked with games, movies, and all of the essentials in the kitchen. Great location with easy access to the whole chain of lakes. The channel can be quite busy and a little loud at times but was fun watching all of the action. We hope to come back again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Small Cabin, Great Location

The location on the chain of lakes was great, we rented a pontoon and had fun exploring all of the lakes. The channel was busy during the middle of the day. We loved the bunkhouse for the kids. Outdoor space was great with the hammock, firepit, tables and lots of seating, access to the water and dock. The cabin was clean and had some nice updates, though the indoor space was too small for our group of 7 adults and 5 kids. You are responsible for removing your own garbage and recycling.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Location

Location is key here. The property sits on a channel on a chain of lakes. It is busy on the weekends and quiet during the week. We felt like we were camping because we literally spent all of our time outside! We kept a fire going all day; lounged in the chairs and watched the kids in the water; used the grill for lunch and dinner; fished off the dock; enjoyed the ducks, otters and more in the water; read a book in the hammock, and played some yard games! The cabin is well organized and clean. There was plenty of room for our group of 9.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Waterside Luxury

Our family stayed in this beautifully remodeled luxury cottage in Eagle River. It is located directly on the channel in between Eagle and Otter lake. The cottage and outside bunkhouse open up to a spacious outdoor living area with patio furniture and fire pit right alongside the water. Just a few stairs down to the water there is a large pier with plenty of space to sit and relax and the water is shallow and clear. The house interior is all brand new with a lovely kitchen, bath and 3 beds on the main level and an additional brand new bath in the basement. There is WiFi available, plenty of parking outside and is far enough away from all the neighbors to be private. Andrea is a fantastic host. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Serene location on the river

We had three families with 10 total people--6 adults and 4 children ages 10-12. We enjoyed the location which was on a channel leading to several lakes on the chain of lakes in Eagle River. The cottage was very clean with updated facilities. The kitchen and bathrooms were well stocked. The children enjoyed the outdoor games and the Foosball table in the lower level. There are multiple indoor games and kids movies that are also supplied.The four kids enjoyed the retreat of the separate bunkhouse (and so did the adults). The cottage is also close to a park with easy access to the swimming beach. We rented a pontoon, in addition to the canoe and kayak that are supplied. We fished and the kids swam in the shallow water off the pier by the cottage. We frequently saw deer in the front yard and ducks in the water. . The kids affectionately named one of the ducks "Goldie" and were reluctant to say goodbye the morning we left. It was a a fun trip for our family and we would definitely recommend this location for a family trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sweet place in the woods

We had a great holiday weekend at Andrea’s place- between the finished basement, bunkhouse and outdoor furniture, there were many places to spread out. Great to have a second fridge, too! One of my favorite Wisco VRBO experiences.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing cabin!

Our family rented this beautiful cabin for a fun week of fishing, boating, and relaxing. The cabin is beautiful, clean, and located on gorgeous property. We enjoyed fires at night, fishing, cooking out, swimming, and boating. We all loved the view and watching the eagles fly by frequently. The owner of the cabin was very helpful and answered all my question in a very timely manner. We can’t wait to go back again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Knotty Pine was just what my family was hoping for! The description is accurate.

Kids loved the inflatable alligator and having campfires! Adults loved sitting by the river and how well the kitchen was equipped and usable for multiple people preparing food at the same time. Lovely roads to run or bike along in the morning. We’d definitely visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Cabin

This cabin was perfect for our family (9) of adult children and a couple of their friends. We had access to the chain of lakes, comfortable sleeping arrangements, clean and up to date amenities, even great Wifi for the ones in our group who had to work while with us. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Property

Great property, nice location, highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Knotty Pine is a wonderful cottage!

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Knotty Pine. The cottage is very up to date and extremely clean. We appreciated how well stocked the kitchen and bathrooms were. There were lots of little touches that made our stay memorable. Andrea is a delightful host and is very responsive. The location is perfect on the channel and close to downtown. I would highly recommend staying at Knotty Pine when you are looking in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Weekend

We had an amazing time at this cabin!! It was perfect for our 3 families! Very clean and well stocked! It was cozy and comfortable! Perfect for us! Highly recommend to others!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice location!

Overall a nice place and a good location for the main chain of lakes. We liked the dock and the bunkhouse. The main floor of the cabin area would be a little tight for the max amount of people, but the outside area is large! Plenty of room for a screened-in tent. My daughter was a little afraid of all the spiders in the play area down in the basement. Other than that, it was a clean comfortable place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Labor Day Weekend

Our stay at Knotty Pine was very enjoyable. We take a yearly family trip every labor day and we would definitely rate this as one of our top trips. The house and bunk house were very well equipped with everything you could need. The beds were comfortable and everything was very clean upon arrival. We enjoyed the outdoors as well sitting by the fire and enjoying a day on the water. We hope to come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely cottage and bunkhouse

The cottage and bunkhouse was a perfect spot for a water get-away with family and friends. The bunkhouse was great for the teenage kids to have their own space. The cottage was clean and the kitchen was equipped with all the amenities of home. In addition, the quality of linens and towels was great and having access to a washer and dryer allowed for fresh towels and beach gear whenever we wanted. Perfect location on the water to have access to boat sports and leisurely trips on the water. thanks for a lovely stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cottage for a family vacation in the Northwoods!

We loved our stay at Knotty Pine! Plenty of room for all 10 adults and children. Kids loved having the private bunkhouse. Great location...plentiful shoreline, so we had enough privacy from neighbors. Close to town, but felt secluded. Everything was clean, cottage well-stocked with linens, kitchen gadgets, etc. We would absolutely recommend staying here and are thinking of making this a biannual family outing!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for family gathering

We loved the location on the channel, watching the boats pass by and the sun sparkling on the water was so relaxing! The bunk house was great for the older kids. All beds and furniture newer and comfortable. The cabin is beautifully remodeled and stocked with anything needed. We enjoyed days on the chain and evenings by the bonfire. Owners where amazingly accommodating and house was immaculately clean. We met the local man who cares for the cabin, who was very friendly and it is evident he takes pride in his work. We had a great week and hope to be back for years to come!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great location, comfortable accommodations, and well appointed.

What can I say, but we’ll be back! Excellent communication from the owner, fantastic level of detailed information and instructions, location is perfect in the middle of the chain, sandy shoreline for swimming, great fishing off the dock at dusk (we caugh walleye, perch, rock bass, crappie, and bluegill), and the cabin has enough room for all but not too much that you don’t get lost from each other. Bunk house is perfect for families with older kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Awesome!

Stayed during a Musky tournament with my brothers. Andrea was more than accomodating. Will stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great cabin!

Both the cabin and bunk house were beautiful, well kept and very comfortable. The location was perfect ... on the water and across the street from a park, beach and boat launch. The owner was responsive and extremely helpful. Can’t wait to stay again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018