The Lodge is a cozy Northwoods hotel tucked away in Manitowish Waters, a cute town about 30 minutes…read morenorth of Minocqua. Its highly walkable location allows for stopping in at the local grocery store, Dixie's coffee shop, Manny's or the park to get a quick swim in. Although nice and friendly staff, this is a 4-star hotel. We were so excited for our wedding weekend and unfortunately as Bride & Groom, nothing with done to make up feel special for our day. Disappointed after all the planning and having our guests stay together, that the Lodge didn't put in the 5-star service we were expecting. Great hotel if you're looking to check out the area, not great for a special occasion stay.

We rarely take the time to write reviews. Our experience staying at The Lodge in Manitowish Waters…read morefor a friends wedding requires a review. We had such a nice time. What a hidden gem. So many things to do around the property. But the property itself is perfect. Super clean and up to date with a up north cabin feel. The staff was very friendly and helpful. We will gladly stay here again in the future. Breakfast in the morning was a nice touch as well. No brainer to stay here from now on!

Wonderful hospitality! Have stayed many times. Peaceful and ideal location. Come in for a drink…read moreThursday - Sunday 4- 9 pm

So all the reviews currently on Yelp appears to be for the restaurant, versus the accommodations…read more Well, I can't help you on the food part but we did stay for 3 nights do here's how the overnight part shakes out: Your experience will depend entirely on your interpretation of "vintage", your need for creature comforts and your tolerance for absurdity. There are cabins for rent if you have a bigger group, but we stayed in the lodge which was built in the 1920's and renovated in the 70's - nothing much has changed since then and they are very open in telling you that staying here is a "step back in time". You can interpret that a lot of ways. What you get for $110/night (off season): * A quiet property just off Hwy 51 * Lots of mature trees, a quiet bay and piers if you have a boat * History - the lodge is still owned by the family that built it. In fact, one of the original owners was the guy that snitched out John Dillinger to the FBI. * Firepits with wood for campfire good times * Clean, very basic rooms * Window AC in summer (as you can see from the photo of our bathrooms, ours was removed but left on the floor) * A restaurant that is open at random days and times in the off season (we never managed to catch it open) * Exciting bathroom adventures - ours was carpeted (!), another had a puffy toilet seat and best of all, the last room had a toilet that flushed only steaming hot water. What you don't get: * A TV (2 of the 3 rooms didn't have them) * Heat - it looks like most rooms have space heaters * Although rooms are advertised as having a fridge 2/3 didn't though one had a microwave(?) * Tons of privacy - our deck was shared with another room and there was only a fairly sheer curtain on our doors Overall, it was just a really interesting experience - staff ranged from awesome to indifferent - YMMV. I think for $110/night off-season you can probably do a LOT better in terms of finding a place with amenities but you certainly will miss out on a true up north old school experience. If you have a good sense of humor, check them out - it might be your jam.

This resort was a lovely getaway. Perfect if you want to get away from the busyness of life, enjoy…read morethe outdoors, or spend undistracted time with your family. The grounds were well kept with a lot of activities to do just within the grounds itself. The cabin we stayed in had a great view of the lake and a screened in porch, which was great to relax on. Our cabin had a kitchen, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, living room area and was very clean and comfortable. The owners were also very personable and helpful with resort information as well as area information. Would definitely return to this resort.

We had an awesome cabin at Alderwood Resort. The cabin was just feet from Alder Lake, which is part…read moreof the Manitowish Chain. Great lake views! The cabin was very clean and nicely accented with Northwoods touches. There was a guide book in the cabin that explained everything you could imagine doing in the area - a great resource! Each cabin has their own dock and campfire pit complete with comfortable adirondack chairs and free firewood. There is plenty of yard space for activities, and each cabin has a picnic table and charcoal grill. We were able to spend time on the water using the kayaks, canoes, and rowboats that are available at the resort. The resort is located close to town - just a few miles from Manitowish Waters. The resort has a variety of bikes available to guests, so we grabbed some one morning and biked into town to enjoy coffee at the local coffee shop. Manitowish Waters also has a grocery store and lots of great restaurants. The area is also known for its bike trails - there is a scenic, winding (and paved!) bike trail that runs through Manitowish Waters that you can take to the nearby town of Boulder Junction and beyond. Our experience was superb! The cabin is a great value for the location and quality. Would highly recommend as an awesome place to bring your whole family to make great memories. So many activities and fun things to do! We are already planning our return visit. Make your reservations early because they do book up quickly.

Great little resort with six cabins for rent. Small boat launch on site. About three miles from…read moredowntown Manitowish Waters and one mile from Little Bohemia (location of Dillinger shootout). Located on the Manitowish River near Stone Lake. Several great restaurants and sights to see in the area. There is a marina one mile down the road for boat rentals. Rental rates are very reasonable and the lakes are beautiful with clean, clear water perfect for all water sports.

From the owner: 2-bedroom Cabin Rentals centrally located on the beautiful and legendary Manitowish Chain of 10…read moreLakes. Each cabin is individually owned has been furnished and decorated by the owner. See a list of amenities for each cabin, as well as photos and rates, on our resort website: www.hillcrestresortwi.com

Copps is everything I'm looking for in a Northwoods getaway. Quaint cabins with all the…read morenecessities- comfy beds, full kitchen, charcoal grill, lakefront views complete with sand beach and your very own fishing boat for the week. A shared fire pit, quiet and friendly guests and a fantastic welcoming host- Dave and his dog Beau. No TV or ac, but you won't miss it!

I've been coming to Copp's for the past 16 years with my family and it's always an amazing treat in…read morethe northwoods. I've stayed on spider, clear and rest lakes but this is the best so far, the cabins are clean and well maintained, somewhat rustic due to the lack of a/c and TV, but hey that's what we come here for. The family that owns the resort sends us a Christmas letter every year to keep us updated on the happenings around town and they are always available to help guests out when needed around the resort. Included in the price of your cabin you get a very nice aluminum row boat and in case you don't have an engine or boat you brought with, outboard engines are available to rent at a fair and reasonable price to get you going around the lake. Wild rice is the perfect lake for a vacationing family because it is never crowded and due to the fact the local indian reservation owns 75 percent of the frontage on the lake it is always quiet with little to no boat traffic, great for skiing and water fishing. I definitely recommend this resort for families wanting a relaxing escape but also priced reasonably enough for any group of friends seeking a get away. Book early! Reservations sometimes fill up a year in advance and they have been in business since the 40's!

This is as classy as it gets in the North woods of Wisconsin. In room massage services, beautiful…read morelakeside grounds, outdoor fire pit, swimming pool, and more. The people who run the place are friendly and welcoming. Although you are in a very rural party of the country, they have wireless internet and are accustomed to city folk tourists. You can rent elegant houses, cabins and condos and spend your days fishing, jet skiing, or relaxing by the pool.

Beautiful location in the Northwoods. It's a great place to escape from city life and relax by the…read morelake.

Fantastic food, atmosphere, chef, libations all at very reasonable prices. The salads are to die…read morefor. Homemade breads, dressings. Amazing Rathskeller ambience. Dawn and Don have brought good food back to Carlin Lake to enjoy.

As a traveling salesman I can name great restaurants across the USA. I would put this at the top…read morefor the German food. Better than the nostalgic Berghoffs in Chicago by a landslide and an excellent restaurant in Portland OR for German food. This is a must stop if in the area for dinner.

We attended a family wedding at the Red Crown Lodge recently. It was a lovely affair in a beautiful…read moresetting. But there were a number of flaws that fall short of a five star rating. The biggest downside was the setting of the ceremony. The lake in the background was stunning, but the seating was all a tilt. Not a single seat was level and the seats in the rear were lower than the seats in front. It was also a difficult venue for the elderly and infirm. If the couple selected this location I would excuse the venue, but as I walked around the grounds I didn't see a better setting for the number of guests in attendance. At least the setting for the dinner was level. And it was a tasty dinner. I don't know if the Red Crown kitchen provides the food or if it is catered in. I'm assuming it was prepared by the Red Crown staff so I'll critique it in my review. The dinner was an up north "surf & turf." The steak was tender and well seasoned. The seasoned crumbs on the walleye filet worked taste wise but were not as crisp as they should be (however probably as crisp as they could be when serving over a hundred plates). The fish itself was not over cooked or under cooked and therefore it was moist and flaky. The sides (potato and veggies) were well cooked and properly seasoned. It was certainly one of the best wedding dinners I've had lately--but keep in mind that Wisconsin is the home of "broasted" chicken wedding reception meals (and as a retired preacher I've lost count of how many times I've eaten greasy fried chicken). The other Red Crown amenities were also very nice. Drinks and hors d'oeuvres were served an a stunning lodge constructed with north woods logs and timbers. The bartenders were capable and able to mix anything you asked for. The Red Crown offers several signature drinks including a unique "old fashioned" that my wife reports was "very good." I can be picky with my reviews and I'm stingy with my stars, but I have to conclude be saying that north of the 45° parallel in Wisconsin, the Red Crown is as good as it gets.

I went to Red Crown Lodge twice this month attending Wisconsin Badger functions. Absolutely the…read moremost pristine outdoor grounds and Northwoods accommodations I have experienced. Breathtaking easterly views of Trout Lake. Outstanding service staff...tough to find in the seasonal Northwoods. Excellent food & drinks on their outdoor patios and indoor rustic lounge. Highly recommended!