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Muskie River Lodge – Where History Meets Comfort

Family-friendly beachfront vacation home with water park

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

13 bedrooms8 bathrooms697 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Tomahawk, WI
  • Place, Road Lake
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, LaCerte Lake
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Tomahawk Lake
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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About the area

Tomahawk

On the beach.At this Tomahawk vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Wisconsin River and 6 miles (10 km) of Muskellunge Lake. Treehaven's Labyrinth and Aspirus Tomahawk Hospital are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Road Lake - 12 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Twin Lakes - 13 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Lake Nokomis - 14 min drive - 19.1 km
  • LaCerte Lake - 16 min drive - 19.5 km
  • Tomahawk Lake - 40 min drive - 61.4 km

Getting around

  • Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mary's Hangout - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Tomahawk Family Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Outboards Bar & Grill - ‬13 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.

Muskie River Lodge – Where History Meets Comfort

Muskie River Lodge – Where History Meets Comfort

Step into a 1920s historic fishing lodge, blending rustic charm with modern comforts. Nestled among 12 original cabins, this stunning retreat overlooks Lake Alice, offering breathtaking Northwoods views. Choose your favorite bedroom with a scenic view, then head to the original hardwood bar to mix a cocktail as you soak in the beauty of the lake. This property features 13 bedrooms as follows:
Bedroom 1: 2 twin
Bedroom 2: queen
Bedroom 3: 2 twin
Bedroom 4: 2 twin
Bedroom 5: queen
Bedroom 6: queen
Bedroom 7: 2 twin
Bedroom 8: queen and crib (guest supplies crib sheet)
Bedroom 9: twin
Bedroom 10: queen and double
Bedroom 11: queen
Bedroom 12: twin over twin bunk; queen
Bedroom 13: queen

Endless Outdoor Adventures
Outside, three private docks extend over the lake’s sandy bottom, perfect for fishing, swimming, or just relaxing. With a private boat landing on-site, bring your own boat or rent one nearby. Enjoy evenings by the firepit, play outdoor games on the grassy lawn, or challenge friends to a game on the basketball court. Little ones will love the playground and swing set. Two canoes, two kayaks, and a paddleboat are included, along with charcoal and gas grills for lakeside cookouts.

Indoor Fun & Entertainment
Beat the heat inside at the entertainment-packed bar area featuring two shuffleboard tables, a pool table, darts, air hockey, ping pong, foosball, a PlayStation 5, and a jukebox. Whether you’re unwinding or having a friendly competition, there’s something for everyone.

Explore the Area
Located just 10 minutes from downtown Tomahawk, you’re close to ski shows, mini golf, a farmers market, and classic root beer stands. Take a day trip to Minocqua (30 minutes north) for a zoo and tourist-friendly attractions. Enjoy three bars within a ¼ mile and two golf courses just minutes away. Winter visitors can hit the slopes at Granite Peak Ski Area, only 30 minutes away, or explore snowmobile trails and ice fishing opportunities right outside your door.

At the end of the day, sink into your cozy, freshly made bed, wake up refreshed, and do it all again.

Welcome to Lake Living.
"Skip a stone. Take a hike. Sit a spell. Listen. Daydream. Just breathe."
This home is not pet-friendly. If you'll be traveling with a pet, please consider one of our other pet-friendly properties that would be happy to accommodate you.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 13 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 8 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 7,500 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 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

Rules

No smoking

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: Pets are NOT allowed in or AT this property, per c

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed
Family gatherings, permitted. No weddings. Our mai

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Family gatherings, permitted. No weddings. Our mai
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Parties and events are allowed on site. Note from host: Family gatherings, permitted. No weddings. Our mai For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Muskie River Lodge – Where History Meets Comfort to the airport?

This vacation home is 20.6 mi (25-min drive) away from the Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Muskie River Lodge – Where History Meets Comfort have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Muskie River Lodge – Where History Meets Comfort to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Muskie River Lodge – Where History Meets Comfort offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Muskie River Lodge – Where History Meets Comfort?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Muskie River Lodge – Where History Meets Comfort?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Muskie River Lodge – Where History Meets Comfort?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Muskie River Lodge – Where History Meets Comfort have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Muskie River Lodge – Where History Meets Comfort have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Muskie River Lodge – Where History Meets Comfort to downtown Tomahawk?

This vacation home is 5.1 mi away from Tomahawk.

Muskie River Lodge – Where History Meets Comfort Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So great
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Love this place; great communication

As described, this place captures that northern woods vibe. Family and kids love it here.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a group of 16 people (6 families) to celebrate 70th birthdays. The Muskie Lodge was absolutely perfect for our crew! We especially enjoyed the onsite bar and game room and complimentary jukebox! There was plenty of space and everyone slept well. The kitchen / dining room setup was great to feed a large group. The lake view and access was perfect for our group of fisherman and we rented a pontoon up stream at the Tomahawk Resort so did some cruising around the lake and fishing by the bridge. We took advantage of the kayaks/canoe and enjoyed evening campfires. There are several nearby bars which we popped into and also did a little shopping downtown Tomahawk. Overall we had a blast and hope to return again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our 5th stay at this property. It works perfect for our large family.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent lodge for family gatherings

The Muskie River lodge is perfect for large family gatherings. There are enough bedrooms and bathrooms, large dining room and great kitchen. The bar and game room in the basement is a hit with kids and adults. This is our second Christmas in January celebration here and we are booked for next year. The wild rivers property management team is fantastic. The lodge was clean and well stocked. They are great to work with and very responsive. The lodge has a lot of rustic charm!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic Stay

Had a fantastic stay. Awesome location. Beautiful lodge with loads of room. The basement area with the pool table and bar were a big hit with my family. Would definitely stay here again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Family Christmas

This place was absolutely amazing. Perfect for our large family of 6 adult children, spouses and 14 grandkids. Something for everyone. The place was clean, well stocked with cooking utensils and supplies. Communication was wonderful. Always had a response on any questions. Highly recommend this place. Tanya
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Spot

This place is classic up north Wisconsin. Older building with a lot of charm but still has all the amenities. The people who run it are very nice and are on the ball when it comes to special accommodations. I've rented many places on VRBO over the years and they are some of the nicest people I have rented from.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Spacious Fun Stay

This was our 2nd year staying at the Musky River Lodge. The abundance of bedrooms with comfortable beds AND the plenty of bathrooms is great for our group. We stay with a group of family’s with baby’s or young kids and the large spaces are great for us to spread out and hang out. Highly recommend staying at the Lodge.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

NYE get-together

Lots of favorites about this place - the number of bedrooms, the large gathering spaces, the little alcove spaces to sit and read or have a quiet conversation. But I think the most appreciated thing (which, honestly, not a lot of rentals have to offer) is a kitchen that's as well-equipped and well-stocked as this one! We were able to cook amazing food for a group of 19 and actually had enough stovetop, cookware, and utensils - that's no small feat. There was also enough plate-ware, glasses, and serving bowls that we didn't have to use paper plates and disposable cutlery! It was a delightful and restful stay in the beautiful, snowy northwoods.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

This place had everything to keep 25 people entertained during a rainy week.

This place is huge with lots of things to do inside during our visit. It rained all but 2 days during our week so having a big bar/ game room really saved our trip. This area has lots of options for good food, golf, bowling, shops, fishing. Our host Amy was great to work with and responded quickly. Highly recommend this place for anyone with a large group.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful week spent with family at the spacious Muskie River Lodge!

This historic lodge is filled with so much character in a beautiful “Up north” setting. Our family loved the spaciousness for our large group. We were able to prepare meals and dine together, play games, sit around the campfire, fish, and visit places nearby for golfing, the zoo, shopping, etc. We had so much fun using the game room in the basement for shuffleboard tournaments, ping pong, pool and air hockey. Even pinball on the video machine! Thanks for being such a great host!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great stay at a wonderful place!

Muskie River Lodge is a gem! Our large group returns every year we love it so much. The house is spacious & beautiful. It is a mix of historic rustic-like features with a touch of beautiful upgrades. The amenities are plentiful with kayaks, a Paddle boat, fire pit, kids play park, etc. The basement is the best with a full blown game arcade style room with adjoining bar area. It’s a great hang out area & very sound proof to the upstairs bedrooms. We already can’t wait until next year!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Annual Weekend Getaway

I booked this home for me and 10 buddies. We do an annual motorcycle trip so its always hard to find accommodations for a larger group in an area that we actually want to ride around in. This house was perfect for a larger group. Lots of space, grills, and basement bar with ice machine. We stayed for 3 nights and I would definitely rent again if we where back up in this area. Thanks again for everything! We had a great time!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Large family gatherings

The Muskie River Lodge is large property capable of hosting many people comfortably. During our stay we had 25+ people including two infants through out the week. We had plenty of room and never felt crowded. The large main room is great for meals, card and games, separate tv room and front sitting area. Great kitchen that is fully stocked (two refrigerators in kitchen plus one freeze, two refrigerators downstairs). Easy to make meals for our big group. The game room and bar downstairs is great for watching a game and is a lifesaver for raining days. Loved the old style jukebox. Has two shuffle boards, a pool table, ping pong table, dartboard and foosball. Separate bar area is fun place to sit and visit with feel a a real pub. This is an older facility but kept in excellent condition, very clean and kitchen is well supplied, comfortable beds, plenty of towels. Washer and drier on main level is a big plus. Paddle boat and Kayaks are available. Few downsides. First are the docks to moar boats are not in good condition. The posts are too short and you there is a risk of damaging your boat without excessive side buoys. Wish docks could be improved as the lake access is great. Second is the number of steep steps in the house and in the front. We did have our 90 year old mother with us and just had to watch her to navigate in and out of the house and outside but she had the one bedroom in the main floor and was fine once in side. Third is the lake it self and I really wouldn’t call this a downside but just a word of caution. Lake Alice is a reservoir, part of Wisconsin River, that has multiple stump fields. Great for fishing but bad for boats going at high speeds. Plenty of areas for water sports in main channel downstream of The Musky River Lodge in main lake but recommend having a good electronic lake map. Use just some common sense when boating and be aware of submerge stumps. This is our second year back and would recommend The Muskie River Lodge. Thanks to the staff for taking such great care of the place.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026