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Smeagle's Terrapin | LUX Lakefront, Theatre, Dock, Kayaks, AC, Hot Tub

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Escape to Smeagle's Terrapin on Lower Gresham Lake and unwind in this spacious log home perfect for large groups. Enjoy movie nights in the theater room, relax by the firepit or fireplace, kayak on the lake, explore 4 acres of open landscape with a game room featuring foosball and TVs.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 113400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Hot Tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

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

Smeagle's Terrapin | LUX Lakefront, Theatre, Dock, Kayaks, AC, Hot Tub

SMEAGLE'S TERRAPIN: Escape to Smeagle's Terrapin on Lower Gresham Lake. This spacious log home is perfect for large groups and offers a blend of Northwoods charm with modern amenities. Highlights of the lakefront home is a threatre room, air conditioning, foosball, firepit, fireplace, kayaks, dock, large yard, outdoor hot tub and several TV's. Situated between Arbor Vitae and Boulder Junction, this private lake home boasts a dock with a boat launch nearby.

HIGHLIGHTS: Enjoy movie nights in the theater room, complete with comfortable seating and a large screen. With 4 acres of open and wooded landscape, you’ll have plenty of room to explore. Enjoy a night telling stories around the campfire or soaking in the hot tub on the deck. The lake invites you to kayak, boat or simply relax by the water or around the firepit - there are 2 kayaks at the home for guest use! The home features an office, as well as a game room with foosball, two TVs and a bar. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need and there is a grill on the deck. Large windows, smart TVs, fireplaces, AC and washer/dryer.

BED CONFIGURATION:
Main Level - King Bedroom Suite (with TV)
Main Level - Twin XL over Queen Bunk Bed
Lower Level - King Bedroom (with TV)
Lower Level - Double Bedroom (with TV)
Lower Level - Twin in theatre room
Loft - Twin in office area

PETS: This home is dog-friendly, so enjoy your vacation with your furry friend! We allow up to 2 dogs for $40/day (a maximum of $250 per stay). Just select the pet option when booking your stay. Pets MUST be crated if left alone. Guests are responsible for their pets while on the property, including any damage caused by them.

LAKE: Lower Gresham Lake is a 149-acre full rec lake. Fish include Musky, Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike and Walleye. We have a dock to tie up your boat. The boat launch is nearby and is available for a small fee. Be sure to bring your water toys and watercraft!

TRAILS: This home is adjacent to 500 miles of groomed snowmobile trails. ATV/UTV riders can cover a variety of terrain in the area, from paved roads to dirt routes. Enjoy hiking in the nearby Nicolet National Forest or biking on the WinMan Trails. Check out the "Map It Vilas County Trails App" to navigate all the trail systems for any sport - snowmobiling, ATVing, cross-country skiing, biking, and hiking.

AREA: We are located15 min to Manitowish Waters,15 min to Boulder Junction, 20 min to Minocqua, 25 min to Mercer, and 40 min to Eagle River. A great central location for fishing, snowmobiling, ATV riding, biking on the trails, and ski areas! You can get to Snow River ski resort in the Western UP in under an hour!

PLEASE NOTE: We do not provide firewood, but get you started with one DuraFlame log for the living room fireplace. Please only use DuraFlame logs in the home. There is one exterior security camera facing the driveway.

ABOUT YOUR HOST:
At Vacation Rental Collective (VRC), we are a professional management company that takes pride in delivering a consistent, high-quality experience across all of our homes. The Vacation Rental Collective difference means that when you stay with us, you can always expect:
• Locally owned & operated service with a personal touch and insider knowledge of the area
• 24/7 guest communication if anything arises during your stay
• Lightning-fast response times whenever you need assistance
• Professionally cleaned and maintained properties for comfort and peace of mind
• Inspected before each arrival to ensure every detail is guest-ready

Vilas County TRH Permit#: TAYL-AV6S62

Cancellation Policy: If your arrival date is within 30 days of booking, payment in full is required at the time of booking. Cancellations or changes that result in a shortened stay that are made within thirty (30) days of the arrival date forfeit the entire reservation amount. We do offer travel insurance. [PLEASE NOTE:] Airbnb, VRBO, and other 3rd party online travel agencies ("OTA's") have cancellation policies that may be different AND supersede our policy. If you are not booking directly with us, please familiarize yourself with the policy of the website you are booking on.

Vacation Rental Collective has the perfect Northern Wisconsin Vacation Rental, Northwoods Cabin, Northern Wisconsin AirBnB, or Northwoods Wisconsin VRBO for your group! Whether you're snowmobiling, fishing, boating, ATVing, or hiking, VRC has your perfect lodging accommodations.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

1586-263486

About the neighborhood

Map
Woodruff, WI

What's nearby

  • Upper Gesham Lake - 8 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Little Corn Lake - 9 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Jag Lake - 11 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Wild Rice Lake - 11 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Waswagoning Indian Village - 12 min drive - 8.1 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Great Outdoors Pub & Grub - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Little Spider Lake Tap Room - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Aberdeen Restaurant & Bar - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Marty's Place North - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Rustic Roadhaus - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Smeagle's Terrapin | LUX Lakefront, Theatre, Dock, Kayaks, AC, Hot Tub pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Smeagle's Terrapin | LUX Lakefront, Theatre, Dock, Kayaks, AC, Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Smeagle's Terrapin | LUX Lakefront, Theatre, Dock, Kayaks, AC, Hot Tub?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Smeagle's Terrapin | LUX Lakefront, Theatre, Dock, Kayaks, AC, Hot Tub located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Upper Gesham Lake, Jag Lake, and Wild Rice Lake. Snort Lake and Alder Lake are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Smeagle's Terrapin | LUX Lakefront, Theatre, Dock, Kayaks, AC, Hot Tub Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 121 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 121 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 121 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Family vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great place for a family vacation.
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10/10 Excellent

Lance L.

Fantastic Experience

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The cabin is large, beautiful and very well decorated in the "up north" style. We enjoyed the hot tub and movie theater tremendously! It was very hot and the AC worked perfectly.

8/10 Good

Guy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful clean home. Minimal view of water from home. Bottom of stairs to dock a bit treacherous. Dining room lighting could be improved. All very minor notations for improvement. Overall, quite satisfied.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Pat E.

Beautiful home for a large group who love being on the lake

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This house is perfect for a group of 8-10 people. There is enough space and amenities for everyone to be comfortable. Our group esp likes the access to the water (fishing and kayaking), the ability to go for walks "in the woods", and the well outfitted kitchen.

10/10 Excellent

Frank and Christine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place in the north woods.

Family really enjoyed staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Levi W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Property!

Plenty of space and had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place

Great home for families. There are so many places to sit, play or visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place for our group

Beautiful home that had everything we needed and wanted. Best VRBO rental we have experienced!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great group getaway

We really enjoyed our stay at the property. It had everything we needed and was just as described.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katherine W.

Great place for family gathering!

Four generations of our family came together for a lovely weekend of fishing, canoeing, card playing, and fun. Accommodations were perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lois B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wish I had more information on the lake

Definitely couldn’t swim from the dock, but all in all it was an awesome stay
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome place for a larger group , will definitely stay there again next year

Rental was amazing , owners have an awesome slice of heaven. Would highly recommend to friends and family
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kathy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Lake Visit

House was awesome. Tons of panfish caught off the dock with amazing sunsets.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank and Christine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house for a large family.

Perfect layout for a large family with a variety of ages. Kids loved the movie theater.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Annual golf outing

Absolutely stunning property. Everything went perfectly for our annual golf outing. The accommodations were incredible. Communication with the property manager was amazing as well. 5 stars all around!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home and very clean. Secluded, yet close enough to town.

Had a great experience. This is our second time staying at this property. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect weekend

The rental was true to its description and the friendly host was exceptional with information. Beautiful vacation spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trena L.

Wonderful retreat for our family!

Our family enjoyed a relaxing weekend at a beautiful home! The movie theater was perfect for some downtime but still being together as a family.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Angela V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

The house was beautiful and very clean. We loved using the theater room and watching movies at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family getaway.

Wonderful and relaxing time at Smeagle’s Terrapin. House was fabulous and exceeded expectations. Lake was also very enjoyable.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

August weekend

We had a wonderful stay. The house is exactly as described and was perfect for our group. If we are ever in the area again, we would love to check back in!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful getaway

We head a great time, the house was perfect. If you are looking for a relaxing getaway with good fishing this is a nice property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Frank and Christine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home on Gresham Lake

Great location for biking, fishing and swimming.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

Great stay at this beautiful home.. We really enjoyed the amenities here. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A beautiful property

A beautiful property
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021