Dollar Lake Retreat, a beautifully restored lake house, takes you back in time — in all the best ways. Just 37 feet from the water's edge, unwind with loon calls and tranquil sunsets on Dollar Lake. The cozy living room occupies the original 1895 cabin featuring panoramic views of the lake and one of three fireplaces.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 142900 sq ft
Popular amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
Dollar Lake Retreat: Super Clean, Chef's Kitchen, Hot Tub + Amazing Sunsets
INSIDE THE HOUSE Step into a spacious, sparkling-clean home where vintage Northwoods charm meets thoughtful, modern design—created with connection and comfort in mind.
• Living room with cozy seating for conversations, a gas fireplace, and panoramic lake views • Chef’s kitchen featuring a Café induction range, two dishwashers, oversized island, fireplace, and a 126" dining table that seats everyone • Coffee bar stocked with multiple machines to suit every morning routine • Beverage center with a curated collection of cocktail glasses and tools for happy hour moments • Game room with a 70" smart TV, oversized sectional, game table, and a fully stocked game cabinet—fun for all ages • Vaulted sitting room with a fireplace and dedicated workspace for journaling, puzzles, or remote work • Four unique queen bedrooms plus a cozy sleeping loft kids will claim immediately (Total: 5 queen beds, 2 twin beds, 1 queen sleeper sofa, 1 twin sleeper) • Full-size washer & dryer, fully stocked linen closet—including beach towels for lake time
OUTDOOR HIGHLIGHTS Step outside and sink into lake life—everything you need for memory-making moments is right here.
• Large permanent pier and floating swim dock for sunning, swimming, and boat access • Sandy-bottom swim area with a gentle slope—perfect for kids and barefoot dips • Kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and a row boat with trolling motor—all included for your adventures • Spacious patio with a Blackstone griddle and 5-burner gas grill • Solo Stove® Yukon fire pit surrounded by Adirondack chairs for stories under the stars • Outdoor dining on the patio for 14 people • New 7-person outdoor hot tub • Pontoon boat rental available—by the week in summer, by the day in spring and fall • Wood-fired mobile sauna by Northern Steam Co. available to rent nightly—ask about our exclusive guest discount!
ALL-SEASON EXPERIENCES From sunny paddle days to snowy trail rides, Dollar Lake Retreat is your Up North escape—any time of year.
• Just 5 minutes from downtown Eagle River—dining, shops, and local events, year-round • Surrounded by hiking and biking trails, perfect for all ages and adventure levels • Direct access to 500+ miles of snowmobile trails through Vilas and Oneida counties • 40 minutes from RHI Airport, with daily flights to MSP and seasonal service to ORD • Home to USA Hockey Pond Hockey Championships and Ice Driving USA—right on the lake
ABOUT DOLLAR LAKE A hidden gem just outside Eagle River, Dollar Lake is the kind of place that feels like it was made for memory-making — peaceful, scenic, and fun in every season.
• Just over 100 acres with no public access — quiet, uncrowded, and private, perfect for kayaking and paddleboarding • A full-rec lake perfect for tubing and water skiing • Excellent fishing for bass, bluegills, and crappies — especially near the south-end lily pads • Regular sightings of resident loons, eagles, mergansers, mallards, even otters • In winter, it’s home to the USA Hockey Pond Hockey Championships and Ice Driving USA
Available Add-Ons: Pontoon rental (weekly in summer, daily in spring/fall) with towable Wood-fired mobile sauna by Northern Steam Co. (daily rental/2-night minimum)
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV
Video games
Video library
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Dock
Firepit
Gas grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near the marina
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Boat
Kayak
Snow sports gear
Table tennis
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing 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)
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
Guests are required to agree to and sign Rental Agreement.
Refundable security deposit of $500 to be held.
Pets
Pets not allowed
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 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
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, 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
Property Registration Number ASPR-CRXQAV
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Eagle River, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Eagle River Golf Course and Three Lakes Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Catfish Lake and Voyageur Lake. Travelling with kids? Consider Elmer's Fun Park and Eliason Hardware and Lumber. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and snowmobiling. Visit our Eagle River travel guide
Is Dollar Lake Retreat: Super Clean, Chef's Kitchen, Hot Tub + Amazing Sunsets pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Dollar Lake Retreat: Super Clean, Chef's Kitchen, Hot Tub + Amazing Sunsets?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Dollar Lake Retreat: Super Clean, Chef's Kitchen, Hot Tub + Amazing Sunsets?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Dollar Lake Retreat: Super Clean, Chef's Kitchen, Hot Tub + Amazing Sunsets?
Checkout is at 9:00 AM.
Where is Dollar Lake Retreat: Super Clean, Chef's Kitchen, Hot Tub + Amazing Sunsets located?
This family-friendly Eagle River holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Catfish Lake, Voyageur Lake and Eagle River Stadium. Nicolet National Forest and Wisconsin River are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Dollar Lake Retreat: Super Clean, Chef's Kitchen, Hot Tub + Amazing Sunsets Reviews
Reviews
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 was a special experience for our party of 10. We had a sibling reunion and the cabin was exceptional. Very clean, beautiful remodeled kitchen and 3 baths. Great coffee bar and extra fridge for drinks. Beds very comfortable with quality linens and pillows. The decor is a retro modern cabin decor that made it cozy and beautiful. Three gas fireplaces. Property owner great with communication and addressing issues. Had good pizza across the street (Heid’s) and the road outside the property was perfect for morning walks and deer sightings. Honey Bear was a favorite restaurant- good burgers at Smugglers. This was the best rental we have ever had.
Dollar Lake Retreat was the perfect spot for us to stay for a Christmas week of family fun. The large kitchen with its fireplace and long table was the gathering place every morning and evening for us to share time together. The views of dollar lake were a beautiful and ever changing winter landscape to enjoy. Our hosts took care of everything down to the smallest detail, and even decorated the house with Christmas Trees. We will definitely be back!!
My girlfriends and I stay in Eagle River every fall. Angie and Kevin’s Dollar Resort so far is out favorite. As moms trying to relax the cleanliness and decor at this resort really made us feel like we were being treated to luxury. Hope to go back next year with better weather conditions to really take advantage of the lake and fire pit area. Lovely place.
Leah C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kevin M.
13 Aug 2023
Week of Relaxation
The Dollar Lake Retreat is an amazing Northwoods getaway that gives you all of the traditional Northwoods feels combined with all the modern conveniences of a 5 star cabin. Dollar Lake is a beautiful quiet lake filled with great fishing, swimming, and water sports. The natural woods are filled with deer, birds, and trees that fill the air with fresh pine. This was an unforgettable week for our entire family!
Kevin M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Rocco S.
6 Oct 2024
Dollar Lake Retreat is a stunning, unique property that is unlike any vacation property.
Not a detail was missed in decorating and preparing this home with care and thoughtfulness. The guest was number one in all of the decisions made. Cleanliness, comfort, views, privacy, and enough cooking and bathroom utensils to make you feel as if you are in your own home. The inside and outside of this property is well lit (when needed). Nothing was missed from easily functioning TV, phone chargers everywhere, (again, if needed). A beautiful outdoor fire pit, along with three i door fireplaces with one in the kitchen, provide a sense of warmth throughout your fall and winter stay. Cant say enough about this property.
Rocco S.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kourtney V.
20 Aug 2024
Perfect Family Getaway!
Dollar Lake Retreat was the perfect get away for our extended family, adults and young children included. The spacious home on the lake attracted us to book the property for a week, and when we were arrived we admired the design detail and cleanliness in each and every space! The kitchen blew us away- it was beautiful and stocked with everything we needed- top notch quality everywhere!
The kids had a blast jumping off the floating dock and playing ping pong in the screened in porch. When we had a couple of rain days, we still had fun playing games and watching the rain fall outside the large windows.
Angie and Kevin were great communicators before and during the trip! They had a personable approach to hosting us. We will definitely be back and recommend the property to friends and family!
Kourtney V.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Gabrielle C.
22 Jan 2025
Cozy & clean cabin retreat
Angie & Kevin have created the ultimate Northwoods getaway. Upon arrival it is notably well cared for and CLEAN. It was easy to relax and feel at home with clean surroundings. The whole cabin was stocked with all amenities we needed and then some (tools for making craft cocktails & fancy coffees for example) The chefs kitchen with large windows to view the lake is a center point of the home where our family enjoyed many laughs around the table and kitchen fireplace. Kevin & Angie worked hard to keep the ice on the lake cleared to create an ice rink. Our family enjoyed skating every day during our stay. The whole cabin is aesthetically pleasing with so much character and high end comforts. Our whole experience was a five star rating and would recommend this cabin to everyone. It’s a private location, but only a short distance to downtown and local restaurants.
Gabrielle C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Cathleen M.
23 Jan 2024
A true Northwoods gem
We enjoyed an amazing winter weekend with some lifelong friends at the Dollar Lake Retreat. We found Angie and Kevin to be gracious hosts who went above and beyond to ensure our stay was both comfortable and enjoyable. Their home is not only tastefully decorated, but wonderfully appointed with no detail missed. It's also spotlessly clean and well stocked. We visited during an exceptionally cold weekend, but we still found plenty to keep us busy - a snowy walk on Dollar Lake Rd, lunch and shopping in downtown Eagle River, dinner at a local supper club, lounging on the sectional watching the Packers game and Yahtzee and cards by the fire. We were so sad to see our stay come to an end - we're already planning our return. Next time we may bring our adult children along - there's plenty of room for all!
Our family travels to the Wisconsin Northwoods every year before school begins. Three families gathered together at Dollar Lake Retreat, and we couldn't have been any happier with our stay. The amount of water sport activities happily left us with no down time. However, when we did have a bit of rain, we had ample games and indoor delights to keep us busy...not t o mention a boat house ping pong table! We gathered around the long, beautiful dinner table on more than 1 occasion to share a meal cooked in the stunning kitchen - boundless amenities included. The hosts were so responsive and accommodating - reiterating the fact that we're on vacation, so no need to worry about anything. It truly was a blissful retreat from start to finish. We'll be returning next August!
If you want the best of the best with the most wonderful caring hosts, this is the place for you. We stayed in December of 2024 and it was cold and icy but... with 3 fireplaces one even in the kitchen we were so comfortable. A great little bar/restaurant just across the street is great and the lakeview even frozen is amazing! In fact, the owners were scraping the lake to make a real ice skating rink for future winter rentals too! It is absolutely perfection, comfortable beds, heaters that actually work in the baths so you won't freeze and a kitchen everyone could only dream of. If you have needs, they are there in a jiffy if you need restaurant or things to do advice too! A big giant tv in the game room and the laundry machines are big and top of the line! We loved out stay here, best rental we've ever rented and again, you could not have better hosts and the place was immaculate! Enjoy! We sure did!
This property is lovely! Everything was spotlessly clean. The house is very spacious with great views of DollarLake. There’s a really nice pier overlooking the lake where you can sit and watch wildlife or get a great view of sunsets and stars. The shore is sandy, so it would be ideal for swimming. Indoors, the kitchen is stocked with dishes and pans that looked brand new, as did all the appliances. There are several gas fireplaces to add warmth and ambience. The bedding was soft and comfy, that bathrooms were stocked with shower gel and shampoos. The decor is beautiful with warm wood paneling, beautiful wallpapers, and great artwork throughout the house. It’s almost impossible to describe all the amenities and fine touches that the hosts have provided. If you have a chance to stay here, do it!
pat m.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Chelsea H.
19 Apr 2024
perfection!
I can't give enough stars! Kevin and Angie thought of every detail to make our stay perfect. I love feeling like you are truly in the North Woods while simultaneously being spoiled with every modern comfort you can possibly need. The kitchen is better stocked than my home kitchen and the table is a great place to gather for family games. This is my 3rd stay at Dollar Lake and I can honestly say that there is no such thing as an off-season or a bad time of year to enjoy it. The weather during my latest stay was not ideal, but that only made the inside cozier and gave us more reason to gather for games, pizzas, and wine. Morning coffee in the living room, in front of that picture window, is the most perfect and peaceful way to start your day. Cozy blankets and comfy furniture invite laziness and snuggles.
Chelsea H.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Janet M.
9 Aug 2024
Heavenly Week at Dollar Lake Retreat
Our entire family of 12 enjoyed every minute at Dollar Lake Retreat. We spent lots of time in the living room, the kitchen, and the game room -- as well as outdoors! The living room and game room -- as well as the bedrooms -- have the total Northwoods Wisconsin feel to them. (We have spent a lot of time in Wisconsin over the decades.)
My husband and I both pronounced the kitchen the most well-provisioned kitchen we have ever seen! Everything we could possibly have sought when cooking, serving, and cleaning up was there. What beautiful space! And we all appreciated the separate refrigerator/beverage bar.
Angie and Kevin are perfect hosts -- helpful and available but not intrusive. I really appreciated the professionalism and accuracy of their website; in the months leading up to our stay, I visited it dozens of times. The reality matched my expectations perfectly. Wonderful stay in a wonderful place!
Janet M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kyra F.
9 Aug 2023
Unforgettable week at Dollar Lake
This property is amazing. Beautifully decorated, stocked with everything you need, tons of space for a large group to feel comfortable. We had an amazing week with my parents, siblings and families vacationing together for the first time in over 20 years! There is so much thoughtful attention to detail throughout the house. From the decor (all the games and books you need) to the amenities (washer and dryer, soaps, USB chargers in every room, night lights in hallways, etc.) it was so easy to stay here and so enjoyable. The lake is so nice! Sandy bottom, easy entry for small kids, plenty of water toys and activities. The fire pit was a delight to use with plenty of chairs and lovely outdoor lighting. Everyone enjoyed a few games of ping pong and bags in the screened in porch. Loved that we didn’t have to bring beach towels or life jackets. We truly could have shown up with just our clothes and not needed anything!
Our hosts, Angie and Kevin, were so helpful, responsive and kind! We even found a Sheboygan connection between our families :-)
Kyra F.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sarah V.
9 Jan 2024
Luxury in the North Woods
Dollar Lake Retreat is the most beautiful rental in the northwoods. It's an amazing, perfectly curated, luxury stay for up to 14 guests. Our family included 3 preteens who loved the huge game/entertainment room where we enjoyed games, cards, football on the big screen, and karaoke!
The adults took full advantage of the huge gourmet kitchen. It was the perfect place to cook amazing meals together and feel like we were being spoiled. We loved the coffee station and beverage center - perfect for our budding mixologist.
The bedrooms are so beautiful and comfortable. It was hard to pick one! The bathrooms were equally amazing - they have everything that you need. The kids loved the loft sleeping area. So cute, and super comfortable!
Angie and Kevin are amazing hosts. They have truly thought of everything! The outdoor spaces are beautiful, and it's a perfect environment for relaxing. Three fireplaces inside and a Solo stove outside ensure that you are always cozy. I wish we could have stayed even longer, and we can't wait to go back!
So you may have read several reviews about this house and are wondering if it is as spectacular as everyone says it is ... can it really be that good? And I’m here to tell you, in the words of Elaine Benes on Seinfeld, “oh, it be!”
Many times, rental listing pictures look much better than the actual home – not in this case! This place is the real deal and even more breathtaking in person. From the view of the lake & sunsets out of the massive picture windows, to the eclectic mix of modern convenience & midcentury vintage-y up north cabin design, to the fireplace in the cozy vibes kitchen, to the fabulously clean everything … no detail was overlooked.
We’ve rented homes and condos in America and Europe. Never before have we enjoyed a rental where the homeowners anticipated our every possible need even before we actually thought of them! The attention to detail is unmatched and allowed us to immediately feel at home, at ease, welcome and relaxed. The owners have lovingly curated an environment full of personality by combining many unique and ‘found’ design elements – an environment that facilitates conversation, connection with each other and nature, contemplation, rest, recharging and all the fun things living on a lake entails.
We are so grateful to have found our ‘up north nirvana’ - can’t wait to return! Thank you, Angie, Kevin and Lauren - you are such a kind & generous family to open this special home to others who share your appreciation of this magical place.
Christine E.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Dina S.
13 Sept 2023
Perfection
I may or may not be a bit of a diva when it comes to vacation rentals, hotels, etc. So when my husband said he wanted a getaway in the North Woods of Wisconsin...I started looking for a place that would meet his wish list (fishing, fire pit, lake views, more fishing) and my overly discerning nature. It only took me three years, but I finally found the place!! Dollar Lake Retreat is perfection. It’s on a serene, private lake, where the house has its own pier, and my husband was able to walk out every morning with his fishing rod and catch fish. As for me…I loved that the whole house has been newly renovated and was immaculate when we arrived. Beautifully updated kitchen and bathrooms with everything you might need, and the entire house is so user friendly. Even the light switches are labeled and organized. Stocked linen closet, stocked kitchen (utensils, glassware, etc). They even had a separate freezer with chilled beer tumblers! The views are spectacular. The fire pit was wonderful. The décor in the home is wonderfully stylish and comfortable. When we arrived, there was even a bottle of champagne that my girlfriend had arranged for me, and the DLR hosts were kind enough to facilitate getting it there and prepping an ice bucket and flutes on behalf of my friend. Attention to detail abounds. Can’t say enough good things about it, and that is coming from someone who’s embarrassingly critical. But hey, I know my faults and my patience paid off! We can’t wait to return.
Dina S.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Judy S.
9 Sept 2023
Amazing week at Take to the Lake Cabin
The Take to the Lake cabin home on Dollar Lake in Eagle River was an extraordinary vacation / reunion venue for our families. Accommodating 14 people in 5 bedrooms with three baths, several living rooms (with fireplace) and a fully appointed chef’s kitchen allowed us to be together and provided for privacy as well. I enjoyed the best VRBO beds I’ve ever experienced. The home was immaculately clean. There was a full size washer and dryer available in the home. The collection of games and bedding was well beyond our expectations. We enjoyed seeing deer close by from the large picture windows and listened to crooning loons. The home is nestled in pine woods right on Dollar Lake. Outside there is a fire pit (with chopped wood) and seating to enjoy it and the sunsets. There is an unattached screen building right off the house with a ping pong table and all the life preservers and yard games you could want. There is a pier into the lake with a raft a short swim away. Many water crafts were made available to us: paddle boards, kayaks, a pedal boat, a row boat with a trolling motor, and the giant floating loon. We also took advantage of the rental pontoon with a giant tube to pull behind the boat. We only left the compound a couple times for bike rides around the lake and to near-by national parks or for ice cream in town. Excellent access to WIFI allowed a couple of us to creep away for an essential call and then rejoin the up-north fun immediately afterwards. Our hosts were beyond accommodating! They welcomed us, checked in on us via text and provided training on the use of the pontoon. This home provided us with the perfect place for our families to spend a week together. We will take advantage of the offer to return again next year!
Judy S.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jenni W.
5 Jan 2026
We loved this cabin!!
We loved our stay!
Everything was perfect. We had everything we needed and lots of space for the 12 of us!!
The kitchen had everything including the huge table and chairs, to enjoy many games and family dinners and breakfasts around it.
We hope to be back next test year!
Incredible Northwoord decor State-of-the-Arts Chef's Kitchen Panoramic Lake Views Rustic with Modern Camp Feels Very Clean and Cozy Game Room
Daniel L.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Katie & Melissa E.
10 Jan 2026
The Perfect Spot for a Girls Getaway
We rented Dollar Lake Retreat to get away with some girlfriends! There were 7 of us and it was the absolute perfect winter spot. We love that the house can be the destination itself, but it's also 5-10 minutes from town with so many things to do.
We enjoyed the hot tub, snowshoed around the lake, watched the dear out the window with our morning coffee, played games, cooked good food and enjoyed the beautiful kitchen space and SO much more. The details of this beautiful spot are our favorite part. Angie and Kevin have thought of everything. We cannot recommend Dollar Lake Retreat enough in all seasons!! Seriously, grab your favorite people and book a few nights. You won't regret it!!