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Stunning 180 degree views from Gresham Retreat's 520 ft of private lakefront

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4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 123315 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

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

Stunning 180 degree views from Gresham Retreat's 520 ft of private lakefront

UPDATES FOR 2026: We are currently working on plans to do a deck
remodel and screened porch addition, tentatively planned for work in the fall of 2025.

Gresham Retreat sits on 8 very private acres at the end of a private peninsula, less than 80 feet from the shore of beautiful Lower Gresham Lake. Sitting at the end of the developed side of the lake, the closest neighbor is out of sight over 400 feet through the woods, leaving only serene lake and State Forest land in sight. Nearly 75 percent of the lake is State Forest land, so views from our place look at forest and wetland rather than any neighbors or docks, immersing you in the peace and tranquility Lower Gresham Lake has to offer.

Guests enjoy secluded 180 degree views of the lake, striking sunsets along the 520 feet of frontage, and plentiful wildlife in the adjacent state forest land lining 75 percent of the lake. A large grassy clearing provides ample space for the kids to play, while picture windows and an expansive deck allow you to enjoy the lake in comfort. Finally, a scenic lake-side propane grill, picnic and camp fire area provides a peaceful gathering space by the shore for adults to enjoy while the kids enjoy the beach, swimming area, dock, lily pad and watercraft.

Gresham Retreat comes with everything you need to relax and enjoy a peaceful vacation. Included with the rental are ten watercraft (details below) and plenty of PFDs, an 18x6 foot Rubber Docky floating lily pad, a croquet set, bocce set, two 3-burner grills and a spare propane tank, a propane fire table on the deck, along with ample firewood for the basement fireplace and lakeside fire pit. You'll have everything you need to sit back and relax, you won't want to leave!

The layout of Gresham Retreat is ideal for large groups or multiple families, with two levels plus a private loft. The main level boasts a great room that brings together a gas fireplace, kitchen with chef-series appliances and a separate coffee bar, dining room, two story living room and lots of glass facing the lake and surrounding woods. Two bedrooms and two full baths including showers and whirlpool tubs to finish out the main level. The lower level is a walk-out to the lake that includes a family room with rustic pool table, foosball table, electronic dart board, plenty of games, laundry, one bedroom and one 3/4 bath with heated tile floor. Additional sleeping space is available in the enclosed loft area and supplementary mini-split AC to keep it cool on hot summer days when the central air can't quite keep up upstairs. The interior is decorated with log furniture and up-north rustic decor. The large deck faces the lake and includes a patio set for 6 and a propane fire table (use may require refilling the propane tank in town). A second propane grill is located on the front stairs just off the kitchen and great room.

Other amenities include:
* master bedroom with queen-sized bed and private master bathroom
* second bedroom with a queen-sized bed - next to the full guest bathroom
* third bedroom in the basement with a queen-sized bed, twin log bunk bed, and direct access to the 3/4 bathroom
* loft with two queen-sized beds and plenty of additional space with dedicated mini-split AC
* all bed linens, sheets/blankets/pillows provided
* bath linens, wash cloths, hand & bath towels for 12 provided
* YouTube HD TV provided by two 75" LG TVs, one on each level, with over 70 channels, more than 500 movies and dedicated children's programming.
* wireless high-speed 300 Mbps fiber internet, that easily handles multiple video meetings concurrently with streaming TV, available throughout the property, including the dock and waterfront
* pool table, foosball table, electronic dart board, books, puzzles & games
* a paddle-boat, 8 kayaks, 2 canoes all included
* an 18x6 foot Rubber Docky lily pad
* pack-and-play & baby gates
* lake-side fire pit and wood included
* propane fire table on the deck is available during the late spring, summer and early fall months. Use may require refilling the propane tank in town.
* high efficiency washer and dryer

For more information on amenities, activities and many more photos and lots of videos, check out our site greshamretreat.com

LOCATED ON LOWER GRESHAM LAKE: a 149-acre, clean and peaceful residential lake. Lower Gresham Lake is on a small chain connected by a stream navigable only by canoe or kayak and the home of many beaver, muskrat and otter. There's lots of water to explore and room to tube and ski, but the lake is small enough there isn't the noise of boat traffic. The lake is known for its loon families, eagle and heron nests, and great fishing for musky, largemouth bass and panfish, with other species including northern pike and walleye. The lakefront, beach, dock and firepit area allow you to soak in the views while the kids play or swim at the edge of the lake.

Gresham Retreat has 520 feet of frontage on Lower Gresham Lake with a private sandy frontage, beach and dock. The surrounding area offers many great hunting and fishing opportunities as well as many hiking, cross-country ski, and direct access to the popular snowmobile trails. Wildlife commonly seen at Gresham Retreat include deer, mink, otter, muskrat, beaver, loons, and bald eagles. You may also get the chance to see a black bear or lynx, who both frequent the area. Evenings are almost completely silent, filled with serene sunset views and only interrupted by the frog & loon calls, whip-or-wills and the occasional sounds of fish jumping, muskrats swimming by, or other wildlife. View and listen to some of the videos in the gallery of our site: greshamretreat.com for examples of the peaceful atmosphere that guests enjoy daily at Gresham Retreat!

Lower Gresham Lake is only 15 minutes from the resort towns of Minocqua, Boulder Junction and Manitowish Waters, and less than 45 minutes from the U.P. for skiing and sightseeing, allowing you to have fun and then return to your peaceful getaway.

Gresham Retreat also has a relaxing electric pontoon boat available for rental. Propulsion provided by a Torqeedo Cruise 12.0, equivalent to a 25hp gas engine and capable of moving the boat quickly. For additional information, ask us for details or check out the information on our site: greshamretreat.com

For winter rentals, the North Lakeland Discovery Center just up the road has many groomed cross-country ski trails and Vilas county has 409 miles of groomed snowmobile trails. Gresham Retreat is only a half mile from cross country cruiser trail #51 at intersection #302, with direct access to the trails from the driveway. Trails lead nearly everywhere, from up to the UP to down to Minocqua and everywhere in between. Snowmobile rentals are available on the trail in Minocqua, allowing you to drive a rented sled to Gresham Retreat.

Property manager

Janes Family

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

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.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking anywhere on the 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

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,315 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Kids love the sandy lakefront & large yard

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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25
Note from host: Please clear your plans for any events ahead.
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, a first aid kit, 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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Map
Arbor Vitae, WI

What's nearby

  • Trout Lake - 7 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Waswagoning Indian Village - 13 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Lake of the Torches Casino - 19 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Bearskin State Trail - 25 min drive - 23.0 km
  • Minocqua Park Complex - 26 min drive - 24.5 km

Getting around

  • Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Aberdeen Restaurant & Bar - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Rustic Roadhaus - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Howling Dog Saloon - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Marty's Place North - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Aberdeen Lodge - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning 180 degree views from Gresham Retreat's 520 ft of private lakefront pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stunning 180 degree views from Gresham Retreat's 520 ft of private lakefront?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning 180 degree views from Gresham Retreat's 520 ft of private lakefront?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning 180 degree views from Gresham Retreat's 520 ft of private lakefront located?

This Woodruff vacation home is on the beach, 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Trout Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Little Corn Lake and Upper Gesham Lake. Jag Lake and Wild Rice Lake are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Stunning 180 degree views from Gresham Retreat's 520 ft of private lakefront Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 128 reviews" "
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9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Leslie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place and clean.
Very nice house and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Hamid A.

Great stay!
Awesome location, wonderful property! Not possible to have a bad stay here. Kitchen is great as well. Host communication was excellent. Only issues were that the boat was not very clean and there were lots of (mostly dead) flies in the house. Overall great!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful House
We had a wonderful stay at the Gresham Retreat. There were a few minor hiccups that the owner quickly rectified. He was so quick to respond and kind. We would happily stay here again. You won't be disappointed with the privacy and fantastic views!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful getaway
Very nice property. We had a great time.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great stay
The fact that we have booked this property two years in a row should tell you everything you need to know. 5 stars.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

heidi K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply amazing!
The property exceeded our expectations! The kitchen is laid out great for a big group and had the things we needed to cook daily. The lily pad was a HUGE hit with the kids. We used it daily. Having a boat to rent was also great. Kids fished from the dock and were pulling them in left and right which was helpful for kids learning. The lake is quiet and peaceful. Sunsets are priceless and eagles were flying around throughout the days. Having access to the kayaks was also nice. The only downside, which wasnt really an issue, was the AC didn’t seem to cool down the main floor bedrooms. But having fans there helped. We wanted to book again but the property was already taken for the week we needed. But definitely on the short list for the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff K., Madison

Liked: Cleanliness
July 17 - 21 2024
Our family has enjoyed many years of vacationing at Gresham Retreat. It is one of the few properties that meet our wants list of privacy, small lake with no speedboats, river access to other lakes via canoe/kayak, fire pit by the lake, nice accommodations and peaceful! The daily sightings of Bald Eagles/Loons is a huge plus and the fishing from the pier is always good as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pristine home on the lake
Our family had the most wonderful vacation at this property. The home feels brand-new - it's spotless, beautiful, and thoughtfully organized for guests (labels on everything, clear instructions, lots of special touches). We loved the well-stocked kitchen, canoes/kayaks, beach, pool table, and the location can't be beat. The owner went above and beyond in everything, and the communication from start to finish was fantastic. Bring bug spray, the mosquitos are intense in the Northwoods!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilynn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Family Vacation!
This is a lovely property with a beautiful vacation home. My family and grandchildren enjoyed swimming with the Lilly pad. My 2 year old grandson played for hours on the sandy beach area. Everyone couldn’t believe the great fishing off the pier. The Canoes and kayaks and paddle boat kept everyone entertained! When it rained we were entertained with the pool table and foosball table in the lower level. Thank you for a great vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Top of the Line
Information was accurate, complete and enough. The location is great. Parking is great. The home is great. All the extra's were great. Just a complete place to stay if you are visiting the Lake. After 3 or 4 days there was not one thing that I felt the house lacked. There were also simple directions around the house to help our stay. I never had to contact the host because he has this down to a T. In return we took good care of his house and left it looking well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Home
Nice house, very clean, plenty of stuff to do inside when it was raining.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marissa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place!
What a great house! We loved the tranquility of the lake and surrounding area. So cool to see all the bald eagles. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing Reunion for Friends
The house and setting was beautiful. Spacious house with tons of amenities including a pool table and foosball table. The lake and surrounding area were tons of fun to explore on kayaks and canoes. We especially enjoyed the kayak up to Middle Gresham. Amazing trip and would definitely stay again without a second thought.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt and Jayme K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring break getaway
This was our second stay at this location and the first time we stayed after the remodel. We liked everything and really enjoyed the kitchen upgrade it was perfect for cooking. Our only con was we were traveling with 2 elderly people and the couch was too low and too hard to get out of it would be nice to have a recliner in the upstairs living room.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Place to Experience the Northwoods!
Spacious and beautifully updated home in a lovely setting! Our three families have stayed here several years now and feel like it is our "home" when we come to the area. We usually snowmobile (no snow this year) and the trails are very close to the property. The home is well-equipped for those who enjoy cooking and there is plenty of space for kids and adults to be together or apart. The owner is incredibly responsive to any questions we had. We love this place!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian/Barbara J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual fall gathering
Warm and welcoming accomodations...perfect for our group!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L., Iron Mountain

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for Girls Trip
We stayed at Gresham Retreat for our annual girls trip, and it did not disappoint! The house was very nice! It was clean, spacious and cozy. It fit nine women well. We spent the majority of our time outside soaking up the sun on the float pad, and took advantage of the paddleboat and kayaks, and had a blast with the croquet set. The water was sandy with a little bit of seaweed in certain areas, but not too bad. When the weather took a turn and rained on us, we enjoyed our time downstairs with the awesome pool table, dart board and foosball table. We loved the home and the beach, and plan to return! No complaints from us- everything was stellar!!!! The only suggestion would be to have an earlier check in time as 5:00 is extremely late. I do understand there needs to be time to clean between renters, but 7 hours is a lot! Overall A+!!! Thanks for an awesome stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Perfect Relaxing Family Vacation
My husband and I were looking for a way to spend extended time with our grown children and their families. Gresham Retreat had everything we needed to spend time together in a very relaxed way. The number and variety of watercraft available as well as the beautiful spacious home with breathtaking views was everything we were looking for. The fishing wasn’t bad either! Everyone wants a repeat of this exact vacation next year. There is a great deal of thought that the hosts put into this property. We plan to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous lake home!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Gresham Retreat. Plenty of room for our group - 7 adults and 4 kiddos. Between fishing, kayaking, water time, the large side yard and the sandy beach area lots to do. The kitchen remodel was super nice and of course the kids loved the bunk room. We never felt on top of each other with the spacious kitchen area and two levels of rec space. Would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place!
The Gresham retreat was beautiful inside and outside. They thought of everything to the tee. Needless to say we enjoyed our stay, young and old. Wish it was ours! Feeling blessed to have found such an amazing place for our family vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home & Property
This is a high-end home on a beautiful, secluded lake. It is also well decorated (which I enjoyed) and included tons of games and lake accessories, canoes, kayaks, paddle boats and a wonderful, quiet, electric pontoon boat with all the necessary equipment to use them. The huge kitchen is wonderful with many people eating and preparing food. The lighted marble countertop was incredibly beautiful and a hit with everyone. We loved that it was so close to Copper Falls, Lake Superior and Copper Peak. There is a ton of nature surrounding this property and it is located at the end of the road with no other homes nearby. It was a very quiet lake - awesome! Comfortable beds with lots of bedrooms, and bathrooms to make our stay with 8 people very nice. One disappointment was no fishing net in the boat and a very large musky was caught but unable to land it without the net. Bring your own net! The house was incredibly quiet, which is great, but we would have loved to have large screens to open and enjoy all the sounds of nature at any time. There is a great large deck to enjoy the outdoors, but the mosquitos were pretty awful! The owners were responsive to our questions and easy to work with during planning our stay. While on our vacation it was a bit more difficult to connect with questions we had. It was a wonderful week, and we would love to go again. It would be hard to top this house and location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff K., Madison

Liked: Cleanliness
Gresham Retreat
This was our families 4th visit to Gresham Retreat. We have tried other Northern Wisconsin rental homes but keep coming back here as it is the best! Our families criteria is a private, quiet, comfortable location with access to good swimming, paddling, fishing and a firepit by the lake. Gresham Retreat does not disappoint in any of those categories.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Wedding
We chose Gresham retreat because of it proximity to Ted brown Lodge where my son was getting married! What a discovery… beautiful house…beautiful lake. Woke every morning asking where the grandkids were and answered with fishing on the lake. Great kitchen to come together for meals and games. Entire week went perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family vacation!
House was exactly what we were expecting, and had more than enough room for eight adults, and four children. Weather was a little chilly so we did alot of fishing and sitting by outdoor fire. Last day was finally warm enough to swim and the kids had a great time playing in the water!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023