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Spacious, family-sized, pet-friendly chalet style log home on Lake Chippewa.

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Exterior
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire chalet

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Hayward, WI
  • Callahan Lake
    7 min drive
  • Round Lake
    18 min drive
  • Tiger Cat Flowage
    27 min drive
  • Hayward, WI (HYR-Sawyer County)
    32 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Spacious, family-sized, pet-friendly chalet style log home on Lake Chippewa.

Start your vacation here! This charming custom log home will wow you! Our peaceful surroundings are the perfect place to escape and unwind. We are located in a private, secluded setting on Lake Chippewa on the Chippewa Flowage. With access to water activities, fishing, hiking, biking trails, "me time" and great shopping in Hayward this is a MUST stay for family and friends!

Our home has high speed wireless internet throughout the property, a fully stocked kitchen with cookware, dishes, microwave, blender, toaster, mixer, waffle maker, pancake griddle, crock pots, coffee maker, and essential utensils and gadgets. The 2 family sized living rooms give everyone plenty of space to unwind. Both rooms include comfy furniture and a large flat screen TV and are internet service ready. The Keurig and gas grill are waiting for you to enjoy your morning coffee and a bite to eat on our oversized deck or cozy 3 season porch .

With 3 bedrooms and an additional kids' area with two bunk beds there is room for everyone to get a great night's sleep! There is a queen bed in the loft area with a ceiling fan and closet area, a queen bed with a ceiling fan and a large walk in closet on the main level, and a king bed in an oversized bedroom and full closet in the lower level. Each bed is prepared with quality sheets, blankets and quilts for sweet dreams for all. Two bathrooms round out the house both with showers and one with a tub. The main floor washer dryer is available for use as needed.

Enjoy the excellent fishing and boating on Lake Chippewa. This 15,300 acre lake is one of the best fishing lakes in the Hayward area; known for it's Musky, Northern Pike, Walleye, Bass and panfish. Be amazed by the silence as you relax at the fire pit or spend time on the water. Our 35 foot dock is ready for your boats, or just sit on the bench and throw in a line! There is a fish cleaning station near the garage ready for you to use.

Take a break from fishing and explore the Flowage with our 2 Kayaks. How about a bike trip? Hayward has amazing bike trails for both the leisure biker and the fat tire enthusiast. Or find that "me" time with one of the many books, Cribbage, puzzles, cards, dice and board games inside the property!

For your stay we provide all paper products (toilet paper, paper towels, coffee filters), trash bags, LP gas for the grill, liquid dish soap, dishwasher tabs and Clorox wipes. We also provide linens for all beds and bath towels. We have a traditional coffee maker AND a Keurig with a variety of coffee and tea pod for you to use. For your convenience there is a second refrigerator in the garage for any "extras" you may have. We do not have beach towels so please bring your own to use outside on the property so we can keep the bath towels inside for all to use.

We LOVE dogs and we want you to enjoy your vacation with the whole family, including the furry members. Up to two dogs are allowed at our home with prior approval and an additional fee. With that, keep in mind our home may not be the place for your furry babies if they:
*Consider barking to be a favorite pastime
*Chew things other than bones
*Like to visit others unsupervised (we do not have a fenced-in yard)
*Uses the house as a bathroom.
We ask that your dogs be supervised at our home and crated when you are not on the property (a crate is not available on-site, so please bring your own). Also, PLEASE pick up after your dog(s)!! It is NOT the responsibility of our cleaners.

We are excited to share our "Great Escape" with you all year long and welcome the opportunity for you to enjoy it too! Be it a sunny summer day on the water, a day enjoying the fall colors or a cozy winter retreat - there is always something to do and enjoy time together!

We are happy to answer any questions you may have and look forward to hearing from you!
During your stay at this chalet, you'll be within walking distance of Chequamegon National Forest.
  • Free WiFi
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Chequamegon National Forest and 7 minutes from Callahan Lake
Spacious, family-sized, pet-friendly chalet style log home on Lake Chippewa. offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Hayward chalet is smoke free.

Property manager

Ann Ryberg

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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

  • Unit size: 2,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Spacious, family-sized, pet-friendly chalet style log home on Lake Chippewa. Reviews

Reviews

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

andrew w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
House was plenty big enough for our family and had all the amenities we needed. Liked the fact that the property had a path and level walk to the dock and that it had a spot to clean fish. The dock had a bench at the end which was nice for fishing around the dock. Thanks for allowing us to spend our vacation at your property. Thanks for
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Vacation Home
We had a great week of making family memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual Family Vacation
My family has been camping in Hayward for over 20 years, and this year we decided to do a Vrbo. We were so happy with our experience at the Great Escape! The house was clean, fully stocked, and the owners were very responsive. The house was very private, and the views were beautiful. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

LeeAnn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hayward getaway
We had a wonderful time at Great Escape. The kids and grandkids especially enjoyed fishing and swimming from the dock. The house was equipped with everything you need. Communication with Ann was great. She always responded quickly to my emails. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great northwoods trip!
Very beautiful and relaxing location! Great fishing, lots of amenities! All around great. Definately be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Troy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cabin in a beautiful setting.
Every year our group gets together to relax and do some fishing. This year we tried something new and chose this cabin in the beautiful Hayward area. We were not disappointed. Quiet beautiful setting, wood burning fireplace, our own dock, and plenty of room for the 7 of us. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home with great fishing
My wife and I spent a week here for our anniversary. The fishing was amazing and the property was very well maintained and private. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

dsanders1001 S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Great Escape: Chippewa Flowage
Our stay was great. The property was very well maintained and clean. It is a very nice, quality home and was just as described. A key item was that they provided so many extras that others dont, extra pots, pans, utensils, bags, lighters, you name it. They had a great firepit with unlimited dry wood, very nice. And best of all was the location. Very quiet, private and if you have a boat (we did) the dock and dock location cant be beat. Over all : Very nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jillian M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Labor Day Get Together
We loved our stay at the Great Escape!! The house was lovely and well equipped. The dock and fire pit were wonderful and we loved paddling in the kayaks. The flowage was beautiful and we enjoyed boating and looking at the wildlife. Would highly recommend and look forward to returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick P.

Truly A Great Escape!
My wife & I just finished up a month in this wonderful house. It was “just as described” - which is refreshing.Visiting friends & family were delighted at the property and its amazing location. Lake Chippewa is one of America’s largest “wilderness lakes”! 25-square miles of virtually undisturbed shoreline. Bald eagles, loons, deer, an unbelievable amount of wildlife. This has to be one of the most magnificent VRBO rentals in the North Woods!! We could not be more pleased with our stay at THE GREAT ESCAPE.
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shauna S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Great location. Great home. Owners responded very quickly. Would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

tania r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cabin and location
We were so pleased with The Great Escape cabin. Ann was wonderful to work with and was always quick to respond and accommodate. Ann agreed to allow 12 people when I asked if we could bring an air mattress. The kitchen had EVERYTHING you would need. The cabin is secluded and peaceful. It’s a tough lake to fish because it’s so large, but we figured it out toward the end of the week. Fishing off the dock wasn’t fruitful, but I think it’s because the lake was two feet lower than normal. I highly recommend this cabin!!! So beautiful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Iowa Family Fishing Trip in Wisconsin
We love Hayward and have since the early 2000s. We've stayed on various lakes. Fished and mountain biked. This place calls us back year after year. The Chippewa Flowage and this VRBO were the best we've stayed at and on thus far. Everything was perfect. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will be back.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing cabin and lake!
We had so much fun here. Everything was perfect. Couldn’t ask for anything more. The flowage is really something that everyone should experience. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Don't pass on this one
All I can say is wow!! This place is amazing. We came up for the Birkie and typically stay at a different location. This year we decided to look for a new place to stay and we are so glad we did. Peaceful setting and the views from the living room windows are amazing. We woke up on the first morning to deer looking in the windows. The amenities in the home are everything you could possibly need. Wifi was excellent and strong enough to stream any movie via the built in apps on the TV. We will definitely be back. Don't pass this gem up!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patty D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean
Very clean and beautiful cabin with a lot of supplies
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great holiday weekend!
This is an awesome property and the hosts are very friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
Our family had a wonderful time at your cabin. There was one small issue that was taken care of promptly by Ann, the owner. Communication was good and the problem was solved. Thank you for our stay at your lovely home.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022