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You can look forward to a firepit, a garden, and a playground at The Musky Cabin on the Big Eau Pleine Reservoir!. Adventurous travelers may like the kayaking and boating at this vacation home. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as an arcade/game room and laundry facilities.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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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.

The Musky Cabin on the Big Eau Pleine Reservoir!

Spacious Lakeside Retreat with Modern Comforts and Outdoor Fun

Welcome to your perfect getaway! This beautiful home offers all the space you need to relax and unwind without ever feeling cramped.

Upstairs, you’ll find two large bedrooms, each furnished with a cozy queen-size bed. The master bedroom features a private patio door that opens directly onto the porch—perfect for enjoying your morning coffee with a view. This level also includes 1.5 bathrooms, one of which is conveniently equipped with a washer and dryer.

The Great Room boasts a vaulted ceiling, an electric fireplace, and a large patio door that showcases breathtaking views of the Big Eau Pleine. Cook your favorite meals in the fully equipped kitchen or grill out on the porch with the gas grill.

Between the upper and lower levels is a spacious recreation room—the perfect place for gathering and making memories. The large bar is ideal for family meals, games, and laughs. Enjoy a friendly game of pool or darts, and keep refreshments close at hand with a second refrigerator located in the Rec Room.

From here, step down into the lower level where you'll find two additional bedrooms and a full bathroom. One bedroom includes a queen bed and a twin bed, while the other offers a futon and two double beds—ideal for accommodating larger groups or families.

The home features three smart TVs, providing entertainment options for everyone.

Outdoor Amenities & Activities

Your outdoor adventure begins right in the backyard:

Kayaks, paddle boards, and a paddle boat for exploring the water

A private 60-foot pier with a bench for fishing and a ladder for swimming

Swing set with a sandbox for the kids

Bean bag boards (baggo), a large porch for lounging, and a campfire pit for evening s’mores

Gas grill for summer cookouts

Fully fenced yard for your furry friends to play safely

Additional Perks

Pontoon and fishing boats available for rent

Outdoor-only security cameras ensure guest safety without sacrificing privacy

This home truly has something for everyone—whether you’re seeking adventure, relaxation, or a bit of both.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

2 total pets

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Note from host: Pets allowed with prior approval

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

About the neighborhood

Located in Auburndale, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Mosinee Brewing Company and Nine Mile Forest Recreational Area Ski and Snowshoe Trails are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit World's Largest Round Barn and Wildwood Park and Zoo. Traveling with kids? Consider Lucille Tack Center for the Arts and Friendship Park. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledding and snowmobiling. Visit our Auburndale travel guide
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Auburndale, WI

What's nearby

  • Rib Mountain State Park
    Rib Mountain State Park
    40 min drive - 36.7 miles
  • Old Wisconsin ski resort. Night view of Granite Peak ski resort with lights and traces of moving people on the long exposure shot. Midwest USA, Wisconsin, Wausau area.
    Granite Peak Ski Area
    42 min drive - 38.5 miles
  • Lake Du Bay
    26 min drive - 22.1 miles
  • University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
    42 min drive - 41.5 miles
  • Sentryworld Golf Course
    44 min drive - 42.8 miles

Getting around

  • Mosinee, WI (CWA-Central Wisconsin)
    36 min drive

Restaurants

  • Buck-A-Neer Supper Club
    13 min drive
  • Halder Bridge Bar
    15 min drive
  • Hotchkiss's Last Cast
    26 min drive
  • Eml
    14 min drive
  • The Shack
    21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Musky Cabin on the Big Eau Pleine Reservoir! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Musky Cabin on the Big Eau Pleine Reservoir!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Musky Cabin on the Big Eau Pleine Reservoir!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Musky Cabin on the Big Eau Pleine Reservoir! located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly vacation home is within 20 mi (32 km) of Marshfield Medical Center, World's Largest Round Barn, and Wildwood Park and Zoo. JuRustic Park and Lake Du Bay are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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The Musky Cabin on the Big Eau Pleine Reservoir! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

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Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elzbietka K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a very nice time spent with the family, it was quiet, peaceful and the view from the cottage was beautiful, I recommend it to anyone who wants to relax in such a nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea W.

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

Great place

Great place to stay. Very well organized, lots of amenities for a comfortable stay. The whole family had fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

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

Muskie cabin is a must see!

Great location, very clean, well stocked. Manager easily accessible, would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

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

Cabin Getaway

So fun and clean, we had enough to do right at the cabin and never left! Beds were so comfy and a very full kitchen with everytjing we could think of!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy A.

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

Annual Trip

This was our third time here. Love our family time here!! Dawn is wonderful to work with!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ray H.

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

Beautifully remodeled, great location!

This place is even better than the pictures! The bar with jukebox and pool table was a great place to relax after catching plenty of fish not too far from the cabin. The interior is super comfortable and newly renovated. I’m already looking forward to going back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob S.

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

Great trip

We had a wonderful time. The property was fantastic and the location was great. Lots of room for our big group. The game room was a huge hit.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy E.

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

Relaxing. Beautiful.

Place is great. Water was down but very relaxing. Dawn was amazing (as was her family that we met).
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

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

Amazing stay!!

What an incredible property! The space and layout was perfect for our group that ranged from 1 to 75 years old. The kids had plenty of space to run around and play while there were areas where the adults could find some peace and quiet. Dawn was an extremely gracious host and communication with her was excellent. We hope to return again in the future!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith J.

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

Fun, cozy, quiet place!

Stayed with group of 8 adults. The rec room was perfect for us. Music, sports, pool and the bar area was easily able to have us all sit around and play games. Living room with a bunch of nice fuzzy blankets kept us comfortable and warm while warming up after ice fishing.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gayle H.

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

Exceeded expectations

Spotless house with every amenity we could think of. Loved the bar/game room. Unfortunately, didn't have time to enjoy kayaking, a favorite activity of ours due to other plans but v would enjoy going back again. Fun decorations made it feel like hone.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanya K.

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

Loved our stay again!

Our family of friends enjoyed our after Christmas stay on the Eau Plain, again. The garage converted to a bar/hang out space is perfect for fun times, games, cards, pool and tunes. The basement has enough room for air mattresses or roll aways and plenty of space for everyone. We missed the snowy views this year but still loved the lake view. About 25 easy minutes to Granite Peak and Wausau area is perfect for an outing but we mostky just hung out at the house. Thanks for having us again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

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

Peaceful and Roomy!

We stayed for a week in early August as four generations gathered to relax. My parents, my wife and I, three of our four kids with significant others / spouses, and our 3 week old Grand Baby! We celebrated a 50th Birthday (my wife), a 52nd Anniversary (my parents), and experienced a major life event when my daughter's boyfriend proposed at the campfire (Wedding will be in 2025). Not to mention lot's of time spent cuddling the new baby! We loved the place. With three queen beds, the daybed in the basement, and four trundle beds available, we had ample sleeping accommodations. The garage was a great place to hang out and play pool, play board games, play darts, and generally hang out. The back porch was a peaceful respite throughout the day, and some of us painted with watercolors. The firepit in the back yard was our normal hangout spot each night with only one night rained out. This place is big enough where you can separate into groups and hang out in the basement, the garage, the front room / kitchen area, the back deck, or out by the pier. Unfortunately the Reservoir levels had receded so we could not rent a Pontoon boat, but that also meant a very quiet week by the water with very little boating traffic. We really enjoyed ourselves and had a fun week! If you have a larger group, this is a great place!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host answered any question we had immediately! The cabin was decorated beautifully and it had a beautiful Christmas tree!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time and very nice accommodations. Dawn and Mary were great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best time at this cabin. We have 2 dogs and they really had fun also. The layout if perfect for multiple families and dogs, very clean and the personal touches they had were just great! I highly recommend this place and we are planning our next stay for next summer!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location and the home were excellent. Our weather didn’t cooperate but the stay was still fun with the pool table and recreation area in the home. Perfect getaway for the 8 of us. Owners were so responsive to any of our questions. Beds comfortable and yard perfect for our dog. Pontoon rental was worth the extra expense.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica '.

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

Amazing stay!

We loved our stay! We had no reason to leave the house, everything we needed was there! I would definitely go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

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

Great get-away

The time we got to spend at the property was awesome. Even with the rainy weather there was plenty to do inside. We would definitely come stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kurt R.

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

Hot, Humid, Storms but Fun!

The place was very clean and accommodated everyone nicely. Plenty of things to do around the place. Kayaks, peddle boat and games. The pool table, bar area and darts were fun. It was nice to relax and just enjoy family and scenery. Dawn was very responsive and the entire process went smoothly. Thanks for opening up your place and property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob B.

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

Lake vacation

Everything was perfect It was even better than we expected. The home is very clean and the owner thought of everything to go along with a week at the lake.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy G.

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

Spring getaway

Awesome place to relax with friends. Great entertainment space. I would recommend for your family or group of friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

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

Rental

Perfect for our weekend away!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda R.

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

Family Vacation 2023

The property was awesome. The house was beautiful. Everything met our needs perfectly. The owners were wonderful people. We had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

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

Christmas At The Lake

The house was exactly as described and was perfect for my family. Very comfortable and clean, with all the amenities you would want. I would highly recommend this property and the owners.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022