Absolutely beautiful. I spent a week at Big Bear during a Boulder Junction trip several years ago…read moreand it's part of one of my favorite vacations ever. They have a few options here in terms of size and price, but the main area is easily accessible from everywhere. Even though it's just a short distance from town, you feel like you're way out in the woods. Our cabin was clean and comfortable, with a couple different sleeping areas, a full kitchen, fridge, etc. I brought home a day's fishing catch and cooked it up right there. If you come with a larger group they have central fire pits and grilling areas and a couple big party shelters protected from the rain. They have WiFi throughout the property, which you'll probably need as I had no cell service up here. There was a baby deer on the property whose mother came by periodically to check. There's a sauna and a barn with bikes for everyone to use. Super peaceful and relaxing vacation.

Awesome cabin! Definitely a 10/10! We stayed in the Kodiak Kastle and it was like living in a piece…read moreof art built by Hobbits. It was incredible! And not only were the aesthetics amazing, but the cabin was immaculately clean and so comfortable! My bed was very comfortable and the furnishings in general allowed for real relaxation. We enjoy going out to eat and antiquing and other activities when visiting the North Woods, but both my daughter and I said it would not have been a tragedy if we would have had to spend more time indoors, due to weather. Just a great experience!

Great time. Kathy and the staff are terrific and made us feel very comfortable. The renovations…read morelook good. Highly recommend the Evergreen Lodge.

Great individual northwoods cabins with an old fashioned vibe. Family and dog friendly, thay…read moreinclude breakfast. My cabin had a weber grill, a deck, a screened in porch, 2 bedrooms and a kitchen. A fireplace was in the living room, and the kitchen had a devent sized table. 2 docks with free canoes and paddle boats, a small game room and an old fashioned lodge with a screened in porch area for dining was just charming. This place has been here for a long time, and it has that feel, though cabin furnishings are updates and tidy. Families come back year after year for the ambiance. There is an indoor play area, sn outdoor swing set and slide on the beach.. trails amd bikes for your use. Great place to relax.

We had a two night get away and it was in the heart of downtown, surrounded by deer, lakes, loons ,…read moreeagles and more!

We made the decision to stay at the Acorn Lodge at the last minute and from 65 miles away. We…read morecould not have been happier when we got there! The rooms, halls and the common room were spotless. I have been in much newer facilities that were not this well maintained. The beds were comfortable, the rooms large...they have a nice sized pool and a good sized hot tub. Like the rest of the place the pool was clean. Set in the middle of town, it is within walking distance to a wide variety of local business from shops to taverns and eating establishments. I would recommend the Acorn to anyone looking for a great nights stay.

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.

If you are looking for great skiing on diverse terrain with limited lines head right past Granite…read morePeak and visit snow country! Powderhorn is my favorite. There is terrain for everyone from super long greens that still have some roll to blues with big head walls and steep groomed and ungroomed blacks and glade runs that let you explore- you can have it all here. In a year I wasn't going to head out west, Powderhorn filled my need for great skiing! The lodge is new and comfortable (next year we will be able to use it more) and there are lots of places to stay including ski in and ski out on mountain (we did AirBNB 10 minutes away). If you want more adventure, Black Jack and Indianhead are a short drive away. There is not a big terrain park here but we still found lots of jumps and rock outcroppings to keep us busy!

Great place to ski/snowboard in the area. Has enough for everyone beginner to advanced. We stayed…read morein one of the trail side lodges and it was excellent. Nothing beats strapping in from the back door and quickly hopping onto the trails. Would definitely come back next season!

We just spent a week at Maplewood Resort and had a fantastic time with family and friends. They…read morehave a lot of cabins and homes available to rent. Fishing was very good this week. Caught fish on every trip on the lake! Crappie, Bluegill, Perch and Bass is what we fish for. The cabins/homes are very clean, and Donna and Andy are extremely friendly and attentive to whatever we needed. Real nice sand beach swimming area. Free WiFi in the cabins/homes. Had canoes, paddle boat and kayaks for use. Cute little activity room available with a foosball table and some pinball machines. We'd recommend you check them out! It was our first trip there and have already booked for 2020!

From the owner: It's time to book your winter get away. Maplewood Resort is located right on the snowmobile trail…read moreoffering direct access to hundreds of miles of groomed well marked trails. The area also boosts many fine cross-country ski trails, and ice fishing is just steps from your cabin. Maplewood Resort has a variety of cozy cabins and large lakeside vacation homes with up to 5 bedrooms. You are sure to fine one that will fit your needs. We are located on Dam Lake, the large of the five lake Sugar Camp Chain. We are open year round! All of our beautiful cabins offer lakeside deck, fireplace, satellite TV, and free Wi-Fi. Many offer air-conditioning, washer/dryer, dishwasher, and whirlpool tubs. Large sand beach, on-site pontoon, PWC, and fishing boat rentals. In winter, enjoy direct access to snowmobile trails.

expensive and they charged for every little thing. prior owners let us use canoe and paddle boats…read morefor free. new owner charged rentals for boats, bikes. even the pool table now is coin operated. table took our money and wouldn't release balls. owner came out and fixed but never refunded money.

Had my first ever fiber arts quilt retreatthis past weekend. wonderful cabin, classes and overall…read moreexperience was 1st rate!! highly recommend! would love to come back!

This place has gone downhill!! I've been coming here for years with my family and we will not be…read morereturning next year. They've taken away amenities and the room was filled with ants. The general manager Matthew was no help. Kept asking "what do you want me to do about it??" Not helpful at all and just rude. Find somewhere else to stay!!

Room security issue (woman traveling alone), inoperable interior door lock. One of two, main floor…read morekitchen windows without screen. Electrical wiring issue in bathroom adjoining bedroom. Notified desk. No alternative room offered. On two consecutive days, two different maintenance staff unable to repair; needed replacement, none available. Was working with a local realtor one morning at this unit's kitchen table when a person without knocking ENTERED ROOM, then, quickly left without a word. Numerous front desk visits and two phone calls by me after checkout over a two week period, found General Manager, Mr. B..., unavailable. On 9/4/2025, I received a return phone call from General Manager. Was told he and an Asst. Manager found lock on door of said unit operable and working. During my four night stay in the one bedroom unit nearing $400 per night for room and attached room fees with an inoperable interior security door lock, I was credited $25 per night ($100 total). I expressed compensation was inadequate. General Manager said he would look at interior lock again. If still inoperable, he would reconsider additional compensation. I requested a call back on his findings. Will add to this post at that time. (Note: This was my third stay at this resort over a fourteen month period.)

Leave it to the NorthWoods. Who'd a thunk you'd find an…read moreAUTOMATED HOTEL way the heck up here in God's Country. I'd more expect something like this in Japan, where the standard of modernization is 15 years ahead of the West. Well. You make your reservations, and they give you a door code. Don't try on getting in until the exact moment of check-in time. Even at check-in time the code didn't work, 'cos they forgot a line on the instructions printed on the door. Lucky the pleasant Owners were there to tip us off. It's a nice, old-style Motor Lodge. Single floor. No restaurant. No vending machines either. Make sure you get your beverages and snacks before returning to the Hotel. Your code is your key to get in the front door, AND to get in your room. The place is comfy and clean-the rooms were fine. Decent mattresses and pillows. No phones in the rooms, either. It's a little creepy, though, knowing there isn't a front desk. I didn't see anyone else other than the folks in our party, even though there were other cars in the lot. It's REAL quiet and still in the North North, weird for a city boy like me, but once you tamp down that wilderness anxiety, the clean air and forest vibe is a recipe for fine sleep. And, oh yes. Make sure you get your ass packed up and out of the place BEFORE the checkout time, 'cos your code will NOT work after that time. A strange but ultimately fine stay. Throwing 5... epilogue: Ignore the horseshit about the owners being rude,etc.. This is a small independent Hotel made for people to sleep and bathe in. It's not the Waldorf-Astoria. There is no concierge, and no one to be a servant for you. There's no on-site staff to answer your whims. It's pretty bare-bones and there are charges for the few frills available. Slow down, go with the flow, read the rules (they're posted right when you walk in) follow them, and you'll have a good night's rest. The Owners are good decent folks,

I booked a room for two nights. My plans changed and I made sure to cancel a full 48 hours in…read moreadvance. No refund, not even a partial refund. It was 72 hours advance notice. This was not even (by their own admission) their busy season. So 72 hours is flat out rude. Never book here.