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West Bay Lake House on the Cisco Chain — A Pet-Friendly, Boat-Lover’s Basecamp in Land O’ Lakes, WI. A RentWisconsinCabins.com Listing Partner Since 2012!
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West Bay Lake House on the Cisco Chain — A Pet-Friendly, Boat-Lover’s Basecamp in Land O’ Lakes, WI. A RentWisconsinCabins.com Listing Partner Since 2012!

If your kind of cabin week smells like pine, sunscreen, and a fresh fish fry, this spot is calling your name. West Bay Lake House sits right on the Cisco Chain in Land O’ Lakes, WI and brings two rare perks Cabintimers rave about: a private fish‑cleaning house with running water and power (no more messy improvising) and a mosquito‑treated yard so those golden‑hour deck hangs actually last. Add a large private dock with a great swimming area and an aluminum fishing boat included, and you’ve got the recipe for classic Northwoods days right out the back door.

West Bay Lake itself is clear, calm, and loaded with multi‑species action, and you’re connected by water to the 15‑lake Cisco Chain—a playground for boating, paddling, sandbar picnics, and island exploring. Tie up back at the dock for lunch on the huge lakeside deck, then settle in for fire‑pit s’mores when the loons start calling. Pets are welcome here, so the whole crew gets to come along.

Space for the whole crew (sleeps up to 13)

This Northern Wisconsin log home spreads out groups comfortably with two living areas, two full baths, and three bedrooms. The main‑level primary bedroom has a queen, a second bedroom has two bunk sets (kid‑approved), and a third bedroom has a double bed. Extras include two twin beds, two sleeper sofas, and a futon—handy for multi‑family trips and fishing buddies. Inside you’ll also find Wi‑Fi, satellite TV, a wood‑burning fireplace for cool nights, a window A/C that chills the main living area on warm afternoons, plus a full kitchen (dishwasher & microwave) and in‑house laundry.

Dock days done right

Bring your own boat or hop in the included aluminum fishing boat to explore West Bay Lake and beyond. The private dock sits in a good swimming area for cannonballs and floating around with a cold drink. There’s a charcoal grill on the deck for burgers and brats, and that powered fish house makes filleting the day’s catch fast and tidy. Want more toys? Paddleboards, additional boats, and gear are available to rent nearby—just ask the owners for local contacts.

Eat, sip, and stock up by land or water

Cabintimers love the easy boat or car ride to Bent’s Camp on Mamie Lake for a meal with a view, boat fuel, bait, and a bit of Cisco Chain history. For groceries and odds‑and‑ends, head to Land O’ Lakes or swing through Boulder Junction and Minocqua. If your timing lines up, the St. Germain Monday Flea Market (Memorial Day–Labor Day) is worth the drive for antiques, crafts, and kettle corn. The Land O’ Lakes Art Center offers classes and events for all ages when you want a creative break from the water.

Trails, wilderness, and day trips

Beyond the Chain, lace up for quiet miles in the Sylvania Wilderness just over the border in Michigan’s U.P.—glass‑clear lakes, old‑growth forest, and canoe‑only shorelines make a perfect half‑day paddle or hike. Cyclists can spin scenic miles on local bike routes between Eagle River and Land O’ Lakes or loop rides around the wilderness area. Prefer a lazy day? Grab ice cream in Boulder Junction and wander the outfitters.

What Cabintimers say yes to here

  • Pet‑friendly policy so the four‑leggeds don’t miss out
  • Mosquito‑treated yard (you’ll notice the difference at dusk)
  • Powered fish‑cleaning house steps from the dock
  • Large private dock + sandy swimming area
  • Aluminum fishing boat included for low‑effort lake time
  • Sleeps up to 13 with two living areas—easy for groups
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Ready to check dates? Skip the fees and the middleman. Book directly with the owner to get local answers fast and the best value. Have questions? Send Joanne an inquiry today—she knows the Cisco Chain like a neighbor because she is one.

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North Twin Lake View Resort: Steps-to-the-water cabins + on-site pontoons in Phelps, WI. A RentWisconsinCabins.com listing partner since 2012!
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North Twin Lake View Resort: Steps-to-the-water cabins + on-site pontoons in Phelps, WI. A RentWisconsinCabins.com listing partner since 2012!

Cabintimers, here’s the kind of Northwoods basecamp you tell friends about later. A flat, grassy lot that rolls right to the shoreline. Two cabins sitting just a few strides from the water (we’re talking 8–15 feet). And those 80-foot piers? They put you over fishy water fast—morning coffee in one hand, rod in the other. Add on-site fisherman-style pontoon rentals and a screened fish-cleaning house, and you’ve got a lake-life setup that’s hard to beat on North Twin Lake in Phelps, Wisconsin.

Why Cabintimers love this spot

  • Waterfront made easy. No steep stairs. No huffing gear. Just level ground from cabin door to the lake. Swim from the shoreline as the water gradually deepens, or tie up at the long piers.
  • Serious fishing credentials. North Twin (2,880 acres) links with South Twin (another 780 acres) and produces walleye, musky, perch, and bass. Ice fishing is excellent too. Clean your catch in the modern, screened house with lights, power, and running water.
  • Boats ready on-site. Bring your rig or rent fisherman-focused pontoons and an Aluma Craft with GPS/depth finders, live wells, and trolling motors.
  • Walk-to conveniences. A gas/bait/convenience store sits a short walk away. Restaurants and a lakeside Irish sports bar are an easy stroll or a fun boat ride.
  • Open year-round. Come for summer swims, fall color and hunting weekends, winter snowmobiling and hardwater action, and spring walleye runs.

Pick your place at North Twin Lake View Resort

Walleye Inn — 3BR, sleeps up to 8
Just 15 feet from the water with an unobstructed lake view. Rebuilt in 2008, this year‑round home has 1.5 baths, a dishwasher, microwave, Keurig, washer/dryer, and a 46″ TV with Blu‑ray and surround sound. Bedrooms: one queen; second with queen bunks; third with single bunks. Air conditioning included.

Perch Inn — 2BR, sleeps up to 6
A newer 1,250‑sq‑ft home about 120 feet from shore with a gas fireplace, 1.5 baths, washer/dryer, dishwasher, extra‑large fridge, Keurig + drip coffee makers, and custom hickory cabinets. Big stamped‑concrete patio with a pub table and high‑back swivel chairs—prime territory for golden‑hour hangs.

Loon Lodge — 3BR, sleeps up to 10
This high‑end, brand‑new build sits just 8 feet from the lake for that splash‑zone feeling. Two full baths, granite countertops, custom vanities, a 28‑cu‑ft fridge, dishwasher, microwave, Keurig, main‑floor laundry, and a 50″ TV with surround sound and outdoor speakers. Patio pub table faces the water. Reserved for guests who’ll take excellent care of the hand‑crafted furnishings.

All three homes include fast Wi‑Fi, cable/satellite TV with DVD, fully stocked kitchens, bedding and linens (bring your own bath towels/washcloths), and air conditioning.

Boat rentals for anglers and cruisers

On-site fleet highlights typically include 20–22′ fisherman‑style pontoons with 50–90HP motors plus the 16.5′ Aluma Craft. Most rigs are set up with GPS/depth finders, live wells, LakeMaster chips, trolling motors, and power anchors—great for chasing structure, slip‑bobbering for walleye, or easing along a weed edge for musky.

Pro tip: Pair a half‑day cruise with a shoreline dinner by the fire ring. That long pier makes loading and unloading a breeze.

Things to do around Phelps, Eagle River & Land O’ Lakes

  • Eat & sip. Boat across North Twin to Dublin’s Irish Sports Bar for 17 taps and hearty pub food. In town, grab ice cream or candy and soak up a small‑town stroll.
  • Trail time. Bring hiking boots for nearby forest trails. Winter brings miles of groomed snowmobile routes and quiet cross‑country skiing.
  • Easy day trips. Eagle River and Land O’ Lakes are about 15 minutes away for shopping, outfitters, golf, and more up‑north flavor.

Quick planning notes

  • Open year‑round. Weekly and daily stays available; rates vary by home and season.
  • Policies. No pets and no indoor smoking. Check‑in at 2:00 p.m.; check‑out at 9:00 a.m.
  • What to pack. Bath towels and personal washcloths, shoreline water shoes, and your favorite coffee pods.
  • Payments & deposits. A modest reservation deposit holds your dates; balances are due ahead of arrival. Boat rentals require a refundable security deposit. (All terms are subject to change.)
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Ready to lock in lake time? View current availability, see photo galleries, and book directly with the owner for no service fees and local expertise. Start at the resort’s website or reserve through the resort’s listings on RentWisconsinCabins®.

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