Take advantage of a garden, a playground and laundry facilities at Sandy Beach, Swim Raft, Fire Pit, AC - Perfect Family Lakehome!. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
Sandy Beach, Swim Raft, Fire Pit, AC - Perfect Family Lakehome!
Escape to Porch in the Pines, nestled amongst the tall pines of Northern Wisconsin and bordering secluded Meta Lake. This stunning three-bed and two-bathroom lake home is more than just a vacation rental; it's a place to reconnect with loved ones and friends while sharing meals, watching a movie, or telling stories around the campfire. There is parking for four (4) vehicles in the circle drive.
HIGHLIGHTS: Outside, near the dock, there are kayaks, canoes, an oar boat, and a floating swimming dock. Enjoy smores and storytelling at night at the firepit - cozy firepit blankets and s'more sticks are provided! The garage is open in the summer and holds water noodles, rafts, and sand toys, with extra room for whatever you bring. There are many board games for family game night. A fully equipped kitchen, linens, and an outdoor grill are provided. There is a ramp from the driveway to the entry door, and the main floor has a large bath with an extra wide doorway. The covered porch wraps around the deck overlooking the water. The home has AC, a Smart TV, and a wood-burning fireplace.
WHERE YOU'LL SLEEP: Main Bedroom: Queen (Lower Level) 2nd Bedroom: Two (2) Twins (Lower Level) 3rd Bedroom: Two (2) Twins & Queen (Upper Level Loft) Living Room: Queen Sleeper Sofa (Lower Level)
DOG FRIENDLY: This home is dog-friendly, so enjoy your vacation with your furry friend! We allow up to 2 dogs for $40/day (a maximum of $250 per stay). Just select the pet option when booking your stay. Pets MUST be crated if left alone. NO EXCEPTIONS. Guests are responsible for their pets while on the property, including any damage caused by them.
AMENITIES YOU'LL LOVE: • Fireplace • Outdoor firepit • Large dock with great fishing and kayaks • Large Deck with Propane grill and Outdoor seating
LAKES: Meta Lake is a 175-acre full-recreation lake known for great fishing, including panfish, largemouth and smallmouth bass, and walleye. The property is flat, and you can easily get from the parking area to the lake and dock without stairs. This home is near boat launches on the 28 Chain of Lakes; however, there are no public boat launches on Meta Lake.
TRAILS: This home is near 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. 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.
THE AREA: Porch in the Pines is located on Meta Lake between downtown Eagle River and Three Lakes. Officially recognized as the Snowmobile Capital of the World, Eagle River is a haven for winter sports enthusiasts with a massive network of off-road trails to explore and recreation facilities galore. In the heart of Wisconsin's 28 Chain of Lakes region, endless ways exist to enjoy time out on the water. Packed with small-town charm, downtown Eagle River offers many shops and restaurants to explore close to home.
GOOD TO KNOW: There is a ramp to the front door, and the walk to the lake is level.
ABOUT YOUR HOST: At Vacation Rental Collective (VRC), we are a professional management company that takes pride in delivering a consistent, high-quality experience across all of our homes. The Vacation Rental Collective difference means that when you stay with us, you can always expect: • Locally owned & operated service with a personal touch and insider knowledge of the area • 24/7 guest communication if anything arises during your stay • Lightning-fast response times whenever you need assistance • Professionally cleaned and maintained properties for comfort and peace of mind • Inspected before each arrival to ensure every detail is guest-ready
Vilas County TRH permit: T132-24 Vilas County Health permit: ASPR-CFNJML
CANCELLATION POLICY: At Vacation Rental Collective, we understand the importance of flexibility for travelers when it comes to cancellations. Travelers are subject to the cancellation policy applicable to the specific booking platform on which they made their reservation. Guests are encouraged to review the cancellation terms and conditions provided by the booking platform at the time of booking and familiarize themselves with the specific terms and conditions applicable to their reservation. For example, if booking through Airbnb, VRBO, , and other similar OTA sites.
When booking directly through us on our Vacation Rental Collective website a non-refundable payment of $300 is required at the time of booking. This $300 payment is applied toward the total amount due and is only refundable within 72 hours of the time of the booking is made. If your arrival date is within 30 days of booking, payment in full is required at the time of booking. Cancellations or changes to stay dates, including changes that result in a shortened stay, are not permitted within 30 days of arrival, and any such changes will result in a penalty. Cancellations or changes that are made within thirty (30) days of the arrival date, forfeit the entire reservation amount while cancellations made more than thirty (30) days in advance of your arrival only forfeit the $300 payment made at the time of booking. For reservations that are at least thirty (30) nights, the cancellation policy above increases to sixty (60) days prior to the arrival date. We do offer travel insurance.
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 amenities
Ski
Close to skiing
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Front entrance ramp
Smooth flooring in public areas
Thin carpet in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near the marina
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Kayak
Water sports equipment
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
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)
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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
Located in Eagle River, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Catfish Lake and Cranberry Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Eagle Falls Adventure Golf & Laser Tag and Kartway. Travelling with kids? Consider Three Lakes Center for the Arts and Elmer's Fun Park. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging. Visit our Eagle River travel guide
Is Sandy Beach, Swim Raft, Fire Pit, AC - Perfect Family Lakehome! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Sandy Beach, Swim Raft, Fire Pit, AC - Perfect Family Lakehome!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Sandy Beach, Swim Raft, Fire Pit, AC - Perfect Family Lakehome!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sandy Beach, Swim Raft, Fire Pit, AC - Perfect Family Lakehome!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Sandy Beach, Swim Raft, Fire Pit, AC - Perfect Family Lakehome! located?
This family-friendly Eagle River holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Catfish Lake and Cranberry Lake. Clearwater Lake is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.
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Sandy Beach, Swim Raft, Fire Pit, AC - Perfect Family Lakehome! Reviews
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Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
This cabin has everything we needed, it was super clean and comfortable, and had beautiful views from the windows facing the lake. We hope to come stay again - highly recommend!
Took a short trip with my mom and her pup to this wonderful location. The wildlife viewing opportunity in early summer is amazing from the dock. Every morining we woke up to the birds singing and fresh air.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Gary H.
17 Aug 2024
Repeating Visitor
Sand beach is great for little kids
Kitchen is well supplied with variety of cooking options
Fire pit is nice ambiance/ very nice pier
This place gave us ladies a beautiful place to stay! Great location and beautiful view. It was clean and met all of our needs. Fit all 7 of us comfortably.
We had the best stay at Porch in the Pines. The cabin was super clean, equipped with everything we could ever need, the furniture was very comfortable, the lake view was gorgeous, location was great. 5 stars all around. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Deborah B.
18 Sept 2024
PIP
Very peaceful, relaxing home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
James B.
2 Jul 2024
One of our nicest rental experiences
We have rented a number of cottages in the Three Lakes/Eagle River area over the years and this was far and away the best experience. The property was well-maintained, well equipped and beautifully located. I would highly recommend it to anyone. It is a bit expensive, but you get what you pay for in this case.
The Porch In the Pines was an absolutely wonderful place in a beautiful Lake. The amenities were great and the place was so clean. We arrived at the cabin with a soft music playing and the lights on. Enjoyed the canoe, paddle boat, stand -ups and the row boat. The neighbor Mickey came over to share how beautiful the moon was. Would definitely recommend this place. Thank you for a great experience
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kate M.
28 Nov 2023
Thanksgiving Getaway
We had a very comfortable stay with 4 adults and 3 kids over Thanksgiving. Thanks to the fully stocked kitchen we were even able to prepare a full Thanksgiving feast! Though we didn't get to do any swimming, the kids still enjoyed the yard and trying to break the ice with sticks (they were not successful!). We saw deer wander through and appreciated the woodsy setting with proximity to both Three Lakes and Eagle River. This was a very enjoyable and cozy place to stay even during the cold "off-season."
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Seth W.
13 May 2024
Jackpot!
Perfect location, perfect setting, great fishing, the house has an awesome layout, super clean and nice w WiFi and a smart tv. And, less than 10 minutes to Eagle River which has everything you would need… actually, we ate out a couple times and had awesome food and service. People are so nice and helpful in town!
We were sad to leave, and so grateful for so many great memories I’ll always cherish from this last week!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Cesar S.
11 May 2024
A very quiet and cozy place
Everything is perfect, the space is clean inside the house and the lake is very private and accessible only if you bring your pet. Make sure they give you the correct price between an App and the property manager and you don't have to pay extra if the info says pets. friendly and also make sure that they are given access to the aquatic equipment or informed how to have access but it would be good to bring your own if you have it just in case
We walked in to the ambiance of the cleanness and true north woods feel. The spectacular view the of
Great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Cameron ..
2 Apr 2021
Wonderful stay. Beautiful location. Very clean and spacious.
Wonderful stay. Beautiful location. Very clean and spacious.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jill G.
4 Mar 2026
Amazing Stay!
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:
This is our fifth time staying at this home and we have an amazing experience each time. The home is clean, close to town & has a beautiful view out to the lake. We visit this home on an annual ice fishing trip each year, and can't wait to come back again next year!
We had 9 adults and we had plenty of space and the place is beautiful with a great view of the la...
We had 9 adults and we had plenty of space and the place is beautiful with a great view of the lake through tall pines.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
spencer f.
11 Oct 2022
Great Spot
Highly recommend this house. My wife and I stayed there recently for a wedding. Beautiful views and very cozy. Close to town.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer N.
11 Jun 2020
Our family and another family stayed for a long weekend. It was the perfect spot! Our kids loved ...
Our family and another family stayed for a long weekend. It was the perfect spot! Our kids loved the sandy frontage and all of the boats available on the property! We would love to come back soon!