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Cottage in the Woods - SxS/ATV/Snowmobile Trails Hunters Fat tire bikers Welcome

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Stunning two-story house with a central entrance and dormer windows, set amidst a serene natural setting.
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Enjoy al fresco dining and social gatherings in this inviting patio area, complete with a dining table and comfortable seating.
Cozy retreat with a bed, bedside table, and wall-mounted shelf, perfect for a relaxing stay.
Cozy kitchen with a large dining table and wooden cabinetry, featuring a window and decorative accents.

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12219 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Merrillan, WI
  • Lake Arbutus
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Bruce Mound Winter Sports Area
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Ho-Chunk Gaming Black River Falls
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About the area

Merrillan

Located in Hatfield, this vacation home is on a lake, a 3-minute drive from Lake Arbutus and 9 minutes from Levis Mound Trailhead. .This family-friendly vacation home is 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from Bruce Mound Winter Sports Area and 8.9 mi (14.3 km) from Ho-Chunk Gaming Black River Falls.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Arbutus - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Bruce Mound Winter Sports Area - 10 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Ho-Chunk Gaming Black River Falls - 17 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Jackson County Forestry & Parks - 23 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Jackson Correctional Institution - 23 min drive - 22.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Mug - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Northwoods Resort - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Castle Hill Supper Club - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Lake Arbutus Sports Bar & Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Merrillan Cafe - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Cottage in the Woods - SxS/ATV/Snowmobile Trails Hunters Fat tire bikers Welcome

Welcome to the Cottage in the Woods. This beautiful all one level home in the heart of Hatfield with a modern rustic charm. The house includes 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, Kitchen, Dining Room, an open Living Area with a fireplace and a game room. Master Bedroom has a luxurious private bath and each bedroom is uniquely designed. Property has access right from the driveway to the ATV/SnowMobile trails and just a short mile to Lake Arbutus for beach and fishing fun!

The space
You and your family, guests or group will have a great time here! Its a wooden wonderland, where the deer often walk across the lawn behind the house. The house sits quietly among the forested area only 10 miles off Interstate I-94. The house is located in the heart of Hatfield, where you can buy supplies, rent boats, snow
Mobile, ATV’s and jet skis. Check Webbs

Just 20 minutes away is the larger town of Black River Falls ( population 15,000). Black River Falls has many shopping areas.

You and your family, guests, and group will have a great time here. It is an unbelievable place in summer and fall, as well as year round! The fall foliage is breathtaking and the lake has amazing fishing opportunities. The winter months it is a winter wonderland. Enjoy the ATV trails most of the year and even snowmobiling through the winter months. The trails are closed October 15- December 15th for hunting, and March 15-May 15 for Spring thaw. However during these times there is hiking, snowshoeing, ice fishing, hunting. Try you luck at the local Ho-Chunk Casino. Also try your ski skills at the Bruce Mound Winter Sports Area. Another popular area is Wazee Lake recreation area, known for its fresh water diving and underwater forest. East Fork Black River Natural Forest area, known for over 100 miles of trails and sightseeing. This is the perfect place to get away year round and to just unplug! Hatfield has 5 different bars/restaurants, and several markets on Memorial Day, 4th of July and Labor Day. The best pizza in the area is found at The Mug, which also hosts Taco Tuesday with taco pizza and taco bar. The Stones Throw has the best Friday fish fry for miles!

Lake Arbutus which is a mile away, has a dock and boat ramp. The beachy park also offers grills, tables and shelters. The 160’ shoreline has a 30 -foot sand and pebble beach, and swimming is great as the lake bed is pebbles and sand.

200,000 acres of wilderness just waiting to be explored!

Please use caution and common sense when swimming, boating, or using the house and grounds. Children should always be supervised, and wear flotation devices when swimming or boating. Be responsible and enjoy Wisconsin!

Guest access
You will have access to the whole house and garage for keeping machines warmer!

Other things to note
We have a queen futon sofa in living room and 3 airbeds available.

We also have a double futon sofa and a single futon chair in the game room/4 seasons room
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Shey Bauer

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

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.
  • Single level property
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Scuba diving 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,356 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: IF a large family thats fine
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

Property is also known as

Cottage in Woods

Cottage in the Woods - SxS/ATV/Snowmobile Trails Hunters Fat tire bikers Welcome Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Connie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our family has greatly enjoyed staying here the last two years for a pre-Christmas gathering. The layout and decor of the home is perfect for winter coziness. The game room can’t be beat.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael K., Rochester, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Super layout with lots of different spaces for various family activities. Very well stocked with everything we needed for both inside and outside. Our family had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the place! Perfect for a large group with kids! Kids are already asking to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Family Retreat

This was a great place to stay for 2 families. Excellent location near the utv trails as well as only a hour away from The Dells. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, and booked for next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tera B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dao V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bow hunting

Excellent host. Great place and large enough to host a large group.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location

We very much enjoyed our stay at Cottage in the Woods. The home was beautiful and comfortable. The cottage had everything we needed and more. It was decorated beautifully with animal mounts and antiques, and up-to-date appliances. It was very clean. We enjoyed sitting on the porch and around the firepit. It was a perfect location for getting to trails right from the cottage. We were able to use the garage for our side-by-sides which we really appreciated. Good trails to ride on, and the trees had some color. Thank you for a wonderful stay. We won't hesitate to rent this nice home again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candice K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house and location

This is our second time staying at this home. We have an annual UTV trip and this house has it all! Great location close to the trails and the house is equipped with everything you need! Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Side by Side Family Trip

Had a great week, weather was beautiful, the house was very nice, clean and the owners were great to work with. very nice area and the trails were great. would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family

They have everything we needed
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon D., Winona

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous House - Fantastic Location

This was our 6th year coming up with a group of 3 families. This house was laid out perfectly and the owners were fantastic to work with. They checked in with us half way through the stay and we have zero complaints! I was concerned with the Arbutus rentals right next door of being overrun with people, but it was a very quiet area and trail access for ATV/UTV rides was perfect. We already have 2025 booked!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael K., Rochester, MN

Liked: Cleanliness

Cottage in the Woods

The house was well stocked, clean and a perfect layout for our family. We really enjoyed all aspects of our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B., Spring,Texas

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing home

We were in town for a Sporting Clay tournament and I wished I could have taken more advantage of what this home offered. This was a warm welcoming home, not just any generic vacation rental. We would not change a thing! The taxidermy animals were one of the highlights of the stay! The host was amazing and we really appreciate them opening their home to travelers. It was extremely comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Dirty side by side

Great place to stay lots of room for utvs and trucks
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew D., Madison, WI

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun visit

This house is exactly as advertised - really nice place with lots to do inside and nearby. We had a great time. The owners made everything very easy and answered all of our questions. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Christmas

We highly recommend this property for any family or friend gathering. Our family of 6 adults and 3 young grandchildren met there for a few nights before Christmas. A perfect midway location between our homes in WI and MN. It was very clean, cozy and fully outfitted for everything we needed. The game room was such a great amenity that I never imagined would be so much fun. The huge assortment of taxidermy mounts was an added activity to identify and research more about these animals. We hope to return next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Deer hunting group

We really enjoyed staying their great place to stay all of us enjoyed the house and look forward to next year
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent place to stay

We were totally happy with everything about our stay. Maybe could use a lamp in the back bedroom, otherwise it’s just a bright light. Place is better than we expected!! We will be staying again!! Hopefully I can stay with my grandkids next year!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alice P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Side by Side Week

Tastefully decorated. Activities and games available at the cottage was outstanding! You will not find a more equipped kitchen with many extras provided.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

TODD B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hot

Was a very warm weekend but had a great stay and a beautiful property
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shauna K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing place to stay for family off-roading trip

We had an awesome time off-roading. This home is beautiful and amazing to place to stay. Shay & Sarah were wonderful hosts and were quick to respond if we had a question. We will definitely be back! Thank you 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ed R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great vacation

We were amazed at all that was included in our rental. My daughters and their husbands particularly enjoyed the stand-up paddle board. My granddaughters used the sand toys and looked forward to nightly fires in the firepit. Every possible appliance was provided and the game room was a real hit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

We had a fantastic stay here! It is a great location, spacious, clean, and well stocked. Great outdoor space as well. Couldn’t ask for anything more for my family and I!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Adults only week away

Loved our stay. Beautiful cottage with all the comforts of home and then some. Beautiful lake just needed to catch some fish.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barb S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Annual Family Peaceful Getaway.

We have been coming to Hatfield area for the past 4 years! The lake is beautiful and the Cottage in the woods is a beautiful home that has plenty of room for our family and some friends that come to celebrate our son every year. This is our 2nd stay and Shey and Sarah are always right there whenever we reach out to them. We always seem to have rainy days when we are there but no worries since the house is furnished with a fantastic game room and board games. This year we had a trouble game show down. My 6 year old grandson thinks it is great when he beats the adults! The fire pit area is amazing and there is plenty of seating and is great to sit around while you drink your morning coffee! This year besides the kayaks there was a few new additions like a paddle board! My adult children loved that! We love the cottage and will be back for sure next year! Thank you for another wonderful year in Hatfield! Barb
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023