Escape to the Northwoods at Golf Shores Laona, a picturesque lake home with 320-acre Silver Lake frontage and Nicolet Country Club nearby. Enjoy swimming, waterskiing, or jet-skiing on the lake, then relax by the fire pit or in your own private Tiki Bar.
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Escape to Golf Shores Laona in the Nicolet National Forest!
Escape to the picturesque Nicolet National Forest in Northern Wisconsin! Immaculate lake home with frontage on all-sport 320 acre Silver Lake, the Nicolet Country Club and the ATV/Snowmobile Trails. Take in the Northwoods during all four seasons with the conveniences of home.
Home is licensed with the State, County and Town for short-term rental. As such, it has been inspected and passed all health and safety standards required. Rest assured that your health and safety are our priority.
NO PETS OR SMOKING ALLOWED!
Home is equipped with a 27KW whole home Generac Generator. Nothing ruins a vacation quicker than a power outage and they happen often in the Northwoods. Know that the heat and lights will always be on.
LAKE AND FRONTAGE:
Silver Lake is a 320-acre full recreational lake which allows water sports including waterskiing, tubing and jet-skiing. The lot provides a hard-to-beat swimming area for kids and adults with a level approach to the water and sand bottom past the private pier!
Make use of your own large fire pit, picnic table, benches, chairs, canoe, paddleboat, gas grill and a one-of-a-kind, must-see enclosed Tiki Bar just steps from the water.
Bring your hammock and attach to two sets of hooks in the mature pines. For those who want to rough it, feel free to pitch your own tent on the frontage. Fall asleep to the call of loons on the lake.
No better set-up for a perfect day at the lake with family and friends. It's like having your own private park!
LAKE HOME:
Custom built in 2010, the home is four levels and over 3000 square feet with 6 bedrooms (includes loft ) and 4 bathrooms. 12 beds that sleep a total of 16 occupants.
Home has central air conditioning, three televisions with Direct TV and HDMI cables, WiFi Internet, and washer/dryer. Kitchen includes fridge, stove, microwave, dishwasher, coffee-maker (programmable automatic), crock pot, toaster, griddle, utensils, dinnerware and pots/pans. Bed and bath towels/linens provided along with soap and shampoo (please bring your own beach towels). Two outdoor gas grills (one grill available October - May). Limited supply of paper products, soaps and firewood.
Lower level contains a rec room that includes a wet bar, big screen TV, bar-quality electronic dart board and video game table, foosball table and assorted games, puzzles and books.
Master bedroom hosts a private deck along with a queen-size bed and twin pull-out ottoman. Bedrooms two and three each sleep three and have a full bed and twin bed. Bedroom four sleeps two with a full-size futon. Bedroom five sleeps two with a full-size bed. Bedroom six is a loft with two full-size beds and two twin beds.
Master bath includes toilet, dual vanities, whirlpool tub, separate shower and heated floors. Bathroom two has vanity, full bathtub/shower, toilet and heated floors. Bathroom three has a vanity and toilet. Bathroom four has a vanity, extra large shower and toilet.
Home has wrap-around porch. Two bistro tables and a seating bench, along with a mobile bar. Front porch is a great area for morning coffee or relaxing while looking out over the lake.
GOLF:
The cabin has backyard frontage on the Silver Lake Country Club, a public 18-hole course considered to be one of the best kept in Northeastern Wisconsin. Front nine is made for the long drive, while the back nine is carved out of the forest and more challenging. Clubhouse is open for drinks or food options.
SILVER LAKE PARK - sand beach/basketball/volleyball/playground:
Adjacent to the lake lot is Silver Lake Park which has a full sand public beach for swimming in addition to full court basketball, two sand volleyball courts, playground and public shelter. Lots of room for the kids to play!
CASINOS:
For rainy days or festive nights, two casinos are within a 30-minute drive. Potawatomi Casino in Carter is only 10 minutes away and open 24/7 most of the year. It offers bingo, slots and table games on the casino floor as well as a café and full service restaurant. Mole Lake Casino outside of Crandon offers the same and is within 20 minutes.
LAONA STEAM TRAIN:
Take the family back in time with a ride on the last remaining authentic steam train operating in the state of Wisconsin. Train travels to the Camp 5 logging museum which includes a petting zoo, museum and old settlement buildings. A great side activity for families with kids.
WHITEWATER RAFTING and TUBING:
Three rivers offer whitewater rafting within close proximity to Laona - the Peshtigo, the Menominee and the Wolf River. Kosir's Rapid Rafts is just 30 miles away and provides full tours. The Peshtigo is a class III whitewater rafting river and the Menominee is a Class IV. Herbs Wolf River Whitewater rafting is 40 miles south and offers Class III rafting.
Kosir’s also has slower-paced tubing on the river for those who want a more relaxing experience.
DINING:
Enjoy an Old Fashioned at a Wisconsin staple - the Supper Club. There are numerous dining options in the area that still identify with the tradition along with many iconic bars that sit on a lake, such as Johnnie’s Resort and Charlie’s on Lake Metonga.
FISHING: .
Silver Lake is a musky lake that offers good action year round. Enjoy fishing right off the pier for bass, panfish and the occasional northern.
Ice fishing is a great option in the winter months. Our tiki bar is an ideal spot to relax and warm up as you watch your tip-ups out on the ice. Plowed trail next to the park allows vehicle or ATV access to the lake.
Visit us in late Spring through early Fall for exceptional trout fishing on over 475 miles of classified trout streams. Try fly fishing on crystal clear National Forest water.
SNOWMOBILING:
Laona is a snowmobiler's paradise with the intersection of the 100 Mile Snow Safari Trail (140 miles), the LumberJack Memorial Trail (100 miles) and the Nicolet State Trail. Golf Shores sits on a legal snowmobile trail with aforementioned trails only minutes away.
No need to trailer - enjoy direct access to the trails right out the front door. Large driveway with room to park multiple trucks and trailers.
Multiple cross country ski and snowshoe trails throughout the Nicolet National Forest.
DOWNHILL and CROSS COUNTRY SKIING
The Nicolet National Forest offers many options for cross country skiing, including Ed’s Lake National Recreation Trail and the Lakewood Cross Country Ski Trail.
For downhill skiing, Ski Brule is located less than 45 minutes away in Iron River, Michigan. It offers seventeen ski runs and eleven lifts. Runs include five green circles, six blue squares, three black diamonds, and one double black diamond.
HIKING:
Laona is part of the Nicolet National Forest and boasts tons of hiking trails for your enjoyment. Come in Fall for hiking and enjoy the spectacular show of colors the Nicolet National Forest offers. Otter Springs Recreational Area , Dendo-Eco Nature Trail, Rat River Recreation Trail, Ed's Lake National Recreation Trail and the Laura/Gordon Lake Recreational Trail are all within a half hour of the cabin and provide many miles of groomed foot paths.
ATV’ING:
Cabin sits on legal ATV trail and winds back to a network of National Forest trails large enough to get lost in.
Summer booking is a weekly rental only: Saturday check-in/Saturday check-out.
NOTE: property rental includes two lots. The house has backyard access to the Nicolet County Club. Just across residential Silver Lake Road is a full-size recreational lot with tiki bar, private pier and lake frontage.
Look us up on Facebook for more information on the area. http://facebook.com/GolfShoresLaona
Sorry, NO PETS or smoking allowed. No exceptions.
Golf Shores Laona is truly a four-season escape with something for everyone! We hope to see you soon!
CABIN AMENITIES: Four levels – 3000+ square feet Central air conditioning Generac Commercial Generator (eliminates power outages) Wireless internet Satellite television Whirlpool tub Dishwasher Washer and dryer Three refrigerators - Two full size, one dorm size Six bedrooms Twelve beds with sleeping capacity of 16 Four bathrooms - three full-sized with shower, one bathtub Master bedroom and private balcony with seating Two coffee makers- 1 drip, 1 Keurig Wet bar with icemaker Air fryer Two gas grills Private pier and sand lake frontage Rec Room with two TVs, electronic dart board, classic commerical-quality arcade machine, foosball, ceiling bluetooth speakers and assorted games/puzzles/toys Large outdoor fire pit with seating for 16 Wrap-around porch with bistro tables/chairs and loveseat One-of-a-kind tiki bar just steps from the water Canoe, paddleboat, two kayaks and assorted sporting equipment Driveway with room for 8 vehicles front-to-back Baby gate, booster seat, pack-n-play Full kitchen with stove, dishwasher, fridge, microwave, coffeemakers, griddle, toaster, crock pot, popcorn maker, pots/pans and dishes/utensils 18-hole public golf course - adjacent to back yard at Nicolet Country Club Full-court basketball - located next to lake lot at Silver Lake Beach Two sand volleyball courts - located across from Silver Lake Beach Playground - located next to lake lot at Silver Lake Beach
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach loungers
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Griddle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
6 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Heated bathroom floor
Jetted bathtub
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Video games
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Firepit
Garden
Gas grill
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
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.
8 steps to reach entrance
Area rugs in public areas
Gravel flooring in public areas
Handrails in stairways
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Thin carpet in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Visual alarms in hallways
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Absolutely no smoking allowed in the home
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Foosball table
Golf
Kayak
Water sports equipment
Basketball nearby
Casino nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Rafting nearby
Sledding nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing 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
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Garden
Recycling
Unit size: 3,100 square feet
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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
ABSOLUTELY NO PETS OR SMOKING IN HOUSE
No bath towels or house blankets outside or on the beach
No removal of furniture from home or glassware outside
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Sand swimming frontage, Playground
Events
No events allowed
Property not suitable for large parties
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely no smoking allowed in the home
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
Note from host: Property not suitable for large parties
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Located in Laona, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Nicolet National Forest and Dawson Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Lumberjack Steam Train and Forest County Potawatomi Historical Cultural Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Forest County Fairground, or check out an event or a game at Crandon International Off-Road Raceway. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging. Visit our Laona travel guide
Forest County Potawatomi Historical Cultural Center
11 min drive - 10.6 miles
Restaurants
Sam's Lake House
14 min walk
Jars Bar&Grill
7 min drive
Johnnie's Resort
7 min drive
Clubhouse Cafe
4 min drive
Laona Bar and Grill
4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Escape to Golf Shores Laona in the Nicolet National Forest! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Escape to Golf Shores Laona in the Nicolet National Forest!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Escape to Golf Shores Laona in the Nicolet National Forest!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Escape to Golf Shores Laona in the Nicolet National Forest!?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Escape to Golf Shores Laona in the Nicolet National Forest! located?
This family-friendly Laona holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Nicolet National Forest, Lumberjack Steam Train and Camp Five Museum. Dawson Lake and Johnson Springs are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Great property & location, we really enjoyed our stay here. The little things really made it extra special, labels on the light switches and the best stocked kitchen utensils & items that I've experienced at a rental home.
Great place, highly recommend them!
Took family here for fall getaway and greatly enjoyed our time, as well as, enjoying the cabin and property. The private beach was a hit for our 7 year old son along with the games in basement. Silver lake is a nice clean lake and the neighborhood is well maintained.
We purposely searched for a cottage with a nice beach, that would accommodate our extended family of three generations. The grandkids ranged from newborn to 6 years old. We loved this cottages beach area, and spent hours every day enjoying it! Fishing, swimming, paddle boating, and the standup paddle board was a lot of fun also. The cottage had plenty of space to accommodate bedrooms for the various families, playing phase 10 and dominoes around the table at night, and having Ms Pac-Man competitions on the arcade game. There was always something for everyone to do, or space to go and relax too. We had a great week!
2nd visit here with family ranging from grandparents to young grandsons. Lots of relaxing at the house lakefront, playing on the adjacent public park, fishing off the dock, kayaking, daytime campfire, etc. The house is well furnished and big enough to find a quiet spot when needed. Will definitely consider a return trip.
Our family truly enjoyed staying here during Thanksgiving. The kitchen supplied everything we needed to prep a proper meal, the fireplace kept us comfy and warm. The kids enjoyed the downstairs arcade game and den. All around beautiful home and location. We would love to try it in the summer. Thank you Jeff and Julie for being wonderful hosts.
The property was beautiful. Plenty of room both outside & inside for our family of 10 to enjoy! Jeff & Julie provide tons of games, floaties... down at the lake!! The house is beautiful & very clean!! Our family enjoyed the golf course, downstairs game room, firepit & even rented a pontoon that we used everyday!!! I would recommend this property for sure & hopefully our family will be able to return again also!! Thanks Jeff & Julie!!!
A group of 6 spent 8 nights on an ice fishing trip. Jeff was great keeping us informed on ice conditions prior to trip. House was very comfortable after long days on the ice. Would have been awesome if there was snow due to the proximity of the house and trails. Would highly recommend staying here.
This was our 23rd annual winter retreat with four families. The property was perfect for our crew with plenty of room for 16. The kids loved the basement/game room area as did the adults.
Jeff and Julie were quick to respond to emails or texts and made us feel at home in their beautiful property. They even had darts delivered to the house when we were there which the boys really appreciated.
Lake access was a breeze with atv’s or snowmobiles and the fishing was decent.
We highly recommend the property and hope to return again.
Thanks!
House was perfect for our group of 6 guys on a snowmobile trip. Could have fit several more people easily. Easy access to the trail. Made great use of the game room and bar in the basement. Very clean, well kept, kitchen had everything we needed, and extra refrigerator space available. Pleny of room for parking with 2 trailers. Would definitely come back.
With a large group of 16 comprising mostly of kids, Golf Shores was a perfect fit. The sandy beach with the adjacent public beach and playground couldn’t be beat. The neighborhood is quiet and friendly. The lake is beautiful and we were frequently the only boat out. The house has multiple levels and plenty of beds to accommodate nap time. The owners were very communicative and even reached out on a rainy day to tell us of some places we could take the kids. We stay at a different VRBO every year but we booked Golf Shores right away for next year. The road between the house and the lake wasn’t an issue as there are infrequent cars and they go slow. The owners have nailed this VRBO! Don’t forget your golf clubs!
What a wonderful week celebrating my parents 50th wedding anniversary! Our group consisted of 8 adults and 7 children ranging in age from 9 - 18 and there was something for everyone. The lake access was phenomenal. Private sandy beach with kayaks, canoe, and plenty of fun floaties and toys. The kids swam extensively every day. The fishing was wonderful too. Everyone had multiple catches. The spacious cabin was perfect for everyone to sleep, spread out, play games, prepare meals. We loved being by the park for basketball, volleyball, and it also had a really nice beach and swim platforms. We also utilized the golf course multiple times. It’s only a buck a hole on Wednesdays! The cabin was clean and was stocked with everything you need! We would definitely go back and highly recommend it to anyone interested! Thanks Jeff and Julie for being wonderful hosts!
Appreciate all the amenities, including those beyond the usual, like scissors, tape, various sizes of baggies, spices, etc. Plenty of pots and pans and utensils. Fire pit area is great. Comfortable well-made chairs surround the pit. Nice beach area and water toys. All had fun with the gigantic Connect Four game outside. When the weather wasn’t so great (and sometimes when it was) the game room was a hit. Great to have two refrigerators. Need more garbage bins outside. Top (fourth floor) was warm to hot even with the 3 fans. Other areas of the house were a good temperature.
Nice and helpful neighbors.
Would stay there again!!!
This a beautiful cabin, clean, comfortable and well appointed with all the essentials. It’s located in a quiet area with a golf course out back and lake views out front. There is plenty of room to spread out, relax and have fun in the game room down stairs. We played a lot of cards, board games, dice and loved the electronic game table. The hosts are very responsive and friendly. This was our annual snowmobile trip but all the trails were closed due to the lack of snow. I highly recommend the Potawatomi Community Center where we played pickleball, basketball, threw the football around and used the golf simulator. This facility is awesome, loaded with lots of things to do including swimming and a rock climbing wall. We had a very good fish fry at JARS, and a very good dinner at the supper club Waters Edge. Thanks for allowing us to stay at your home!
House was beautiful and great location by the lake, we also had plenty of parking for all of our trucks with trailers for the UTV's. The neighborhood was amazing and so welcoming! Great gameroom with plenty of TV's to also watch football. Great riding and close to town if anything was needed for purchase for groceries or beverages.
Beautiful home on a beautiful lake. The lake water is clear and lovely to swim in. The vibes are high in this little area. The swimming area next door is hoppin and offers some swimming rafts. We will definitely be back!
We had a fantastic time at this VRBO. The house was fully stocked with plenty of towels, blankets, and pillows. The kitchen had many pans, spices, silverware, etc. There are many games in the basement in case it’s a rainy day. We enjoyed our private beach with the kayaks, paddleboards, and outdoor games. We at one point had 13 people staying there, and comfortably. We would definitely stay here again!!!!!!