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Stonehaven Cottages - "The Gatekeeper Cottage"

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Interior
Terrace/patio
Exterior
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Rice Lake, WI
  • Popular LocationRice Lake City Park6 min drive
  • Popular LocationCedar Side Walking Trail9 min drive
  • Popular LocationTurtleback Golf Club12 min drive
  • AirportEau Claire, WI (EAU-Chippewa Valley Regional)69 min drive

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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.

Stonehaven Cottages - "The Gatekeeper Cottage"

The "Gatekeeper" cottage is our first cottage here at Stonehaven. It has a beautiful natural gas stone fireplace in the living room and a Full size sofa sleeper, full kitchen, full bath on the main floor. The sleeping loft has a Queen bed and a half bath. (Need to be able to climb ladder stairs to lofted bedroom). A spiral staircase leads you down to the lower level which has an additional bedroom with a Queen bed, full bathroom, and also a Queen sofa sleeper in the extra living room space. The lower level also has a walk out french door to the patio and campfire area. Patio will not be completed until late summer, or early fall. :)

The space
Apple maps is accurate for getting to Stonehaven Cottages, but google maps is still in the process of placing our address correctly on their system. Our cottage is smoke free. If you smoke, you are welcome to smoke outside on our porch that wraps around the entire front of the cottage or anywhere outdoors where the smoke does not affect others. Fireworks of any type are strictly forbidden on the property.

The Lake
Tuscobia Lake is a beautiful spring fed wilderness lake. During the summer months most of the lake is very weedy and is best suited for canoeing, row boats, and kayaks. The north end of the lake however, is 24 feet deep with much less weeds, and our guests are able to take a mile or so pontoon ride down to that end and swim off of the pontoon. The lake itself is visible from the front porch of the cottage, but it is about a quarter mile walk to our dock area. There are also several campfire areas that overlook the lake for our guests to enjoy.

Guest access
Guests have the entire cottage to themselves and can also use any of our hiking trails and campfire areas throughout the 40 acre property. We have a complementary paddle boat, canoes, Kayaks and rowboats that can be used on Tuscobia Lake by any of our guests. We also have a pontoon for rent. $25/hour, $75/4 hour, $125/full day, and $500/week.

Interaction with guests
As owners, we are living on the property so if you need anything, we are just a phone call away. One of us is available almost 100% of the time.

Other things to note
Regular pricing is $175.00 per night on weekends (Fri. and Sat.) and $150.00 per night on week nights (Sun. -Thurs.). Saturday nights the noise from the Rice Lake Speedway can be heard. The speedway is out a mile away and the level of noise varies based on the wind direction.

Property manager

Ted Romportl

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

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

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Boat on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling 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

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

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
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 and a first aid kit
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

Stonehaven Cottages on Tuscobia Lake LLC
Stonehaven Cottages on Tuscobia Lake LLC. Cottage
Stonehaven Cottages on Tuscobia Lake LLC. Rice Lake
Stonehaven Cottages on Tuscobia Lake LLC. Cottage Rice Lake

About the neighborhood

Rice Lake

Located in Rice Lake, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. Barron County Historical Society Pioneer Village Museum and Washburn County Historical Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Blue Hills Felsenmeer State Natural Area and Rice Lake City Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Rice Lake City Park - 6 min drive
  • Northern Star Theatre - 6 min drive
  • Marshfield Medical Center-Rice Lake - 7 min drive
  • Cedar Side Walking Trail - 9 min drive
  • Turtleback Golf Club - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Eau Claire, WI (EAU-Chippewa Valley Regional) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • Culver's - 9 min drive
  • McDonald's - 8 min drive
  • Adventures Restaurant & Pub - 10 min drive
  • Taco John's - 10 min drive
  • Burger King - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stonehaven Cottages - "The Gatekeeper Cottage" pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stonehaven Cottages - "The Gatekeeper Cottage"?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stonehaven Cottages - "The Gatekeeper Cottage"?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stonehaven Cottages - "The Gatekeeper Cottage" located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is 3.1 mi (5 km) from Rice Lake City Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Northern Star Theatre and Marshfield Medical Center-Rice Lake. Shudlick Park and Rice Lake Curling Club are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 80 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 80 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 80 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our time spent at the Gatekeeper Cottage. It was quiet, clean, & had everything we needed. We will definitely return sometime when there's not snow on the ground! We left feeling rested & relaxed!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abby J.

Liked: Cleanliness
beautiful
We stayed two nights on an atv trip. Cabin is really unique especially for kiddos. they loved the loft and spiral staircase. We made good use of the walking trails on the property and the fire pit out back. Kitchen was well stocked and whole place was warm and cozy. Hit some peak fall color and got some great pics down by the lake. We will be returning! Cabin right on the atv trail!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary getaway
We have stayed at many places, this is the first one where the pictures don't do justice to the home. It was a beautiful place to stay, with a beautiful setting to walk around in.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

jane z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short getaway
Wonderful place, much attention to detail. Comfortable, decorated for the season. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rodney H.

Liked: Cleanliness
UTV Trip
Very nice place. Stayed there because we could get on UTV trails from the property..
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie N.

Liked: Cleanliness
This place is great! We loved it!
The Gatekeepers Cottage was fabulous! It was even better then what the pictures showed. Such a great use of all the space and beautifully decorated. The owners checked in on us shortly after arrival to see if there was anything we needed and to point out the different activities available to us. We enjoyed taking the kayaks out and hanging out on the front porch. We would definitely stay here again - possibly in the winter after learning that the snowmobile trails are just across the road.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cristen W., st paul

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing girls weekend!
Girls weekend at the cottage was amazing! Ted and Lori were so helpful and kind. And the cottage was beautiful, we slept comfortably for the 6 of us. They have everything you need and more, with instructions for whatever you could think to ask about. We went out on the lake and it was very peaceful, beautiful weekend for weather wise. Loved that there were bathrooms and bedrooms on every floor. Decor was amazing, and kitchen was stocked well. Overall an amazing property! Would book again 😁
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Perrin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Property
We enjoyed the eclectic decor and meandering trails!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bailey R.

Liked: Cleanliness
We didn't want to leave!
I had my bachelorette party here and it was perfect! So relaxing, checkin and checkout was a breeze. The cottage has everything we needed and more! We truly didnt want to leave by the end of the weekend. Thank you, Lori and Ted!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Susan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage
Cottage was beautiful and clean. The upstairs bedroom is not ideal due to the ladder and the room gets very warm even with a/c set at a comfortable level. I will say the owners have everything you need there for you. If enjoying the lake is what you desire then this may not be the place for you as the algae on the lake was thick as carpet. Cottage is very quaint with all the refurbished antiques. Overall, a nice place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Kara C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pretty location, nice home.
We enjoyed our stay - the property is very unique and the owners were kind and helpful. Everything was clean, instructions were provided where needed and were very clear, and the house was well-equipped. The only negative is that it is difficult to get to either level where the beds are. The ladder staircase is a little scary, and the spiral staircase is very tight and tricky to manuever if you are carrying anything (like a suitcase). But I would stay there again if I was in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kellyn W., Minnesota, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
There were 8 of us adults that stayed at the cottage for a girls weekend. Our stay was fantastic and relaxing. With two levels and the loft, we were easily able to accommodate everyone for comfortable sleeping arrangements and had plenty of room. The host Lori quickly answered any questions that we had. Would highly recommend staying at Stonehaven!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage
We really enjoyed our stay here. The property is as described, but much more special in person. We loved the location, decor and cleanliness of the cabin. Lots of things to do in the area. Hosts were responsive and great to work with.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
One of the best places we’ve ever stayed at, love all the craftsmanship details all throughout this place, very unique for sure, you won’t see another one like this!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just Wonderful
My family and I had an amazing time. The cottage is adorable and contained all the amenities needed. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cabin
Great location on beautiful land
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

heidi c., -

Liked: Cleanliness
Enchanting cottage
We had a fabulous girls weekend. The cottage was outstanding. The description of the cottage was spot on but there were so many special touches. The living spaces, bedrooms were so beautifully decorated, so comfortable. Absolutely loved the bathrooms, quaint and unique decorations, water pressure was lovely. The pulley for luggage was amazing, unfortunately we found out after dragging the luggage up that this was available. Someone was extremely clever when setting this cottage up, it was amazing, we will certainly be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nichole H.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a great place! Five stars!
This cottage was perfect for our group of eight! Price was reasonable and access to local area (nature and in-town) was so close! Of all the rentals I have stayed in, this place was was the best equipped, most home-like, and the most relaxing. The hosts were incredibly helpful with any questions and proactive with things to do and know about the cottage. We’ll be back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kendall K., Montezuma, KS

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We enjoyed our stay at the cottage! It was clean and very well furnished. Ted came over the afternoon we got there and spread some salt on the driveway for us. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura H., Onalaska, WI

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Place!
This property was so beautiful! It had several inviting trails to walk on. It had a pontoon we were able to rent for SUCH a reasonable price. It had cute dishes and cute, custom everything. It's just a neat place! It feels like you're in the country, but you're minutes from town, which makes it private AND still super convenient. Ted and Lori were fantastic about getting back to me about the few questions I did have. I cannot recommend this property highly enough!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jordan H., Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and relaxing getaway!
My wife and I loved this cozy cabin. It had everything we needed for a relaxing getaway. We enjoyed having access to the lake and appreciated being out in nature while still being a short drive to town. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brooke G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!
My husband and I came for the weekend to celebrate our anniversary. Tim and Lori were so kind and very attentive to your needs! We plan to come and stay another time when we have more days off to explore! Thank you for an amazing stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W., Janesville, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
One of the best places we have ever stayed!
One of the most beautiful, cozy, stylish rentals we have ever stayed in! Every detail was thought of and excellently executed. At one point my husband was on the couch looking around the cottage and he said, "I could live forever in a house like this." 🤗
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A piece of Heaven
Ted & Lori have thought of everything, all you need is your clothes! Their property has endless trails for walks, and they are right across the road from the ATV trail. Bring your Side by Sides, ATVs, Snowmobiles in the winter! The cottage is one of the cutest places I've stayed in...the craftsmanship and professional handyman work are outstanding! I would definitely recommend this place to stay and experience for your next getaway! A++++ Service 🏆
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway
We had a very relaxing & peaceful time at the Gate Keeper! Everything is beautiful! Attention to detail from cleaning to decorating. They have thought of everything! The owners are very friendly & accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

General property information

Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Location
Rice Lake
Structure Type
Cottage