The Space
Built once.
Built right.
A full rebuild. The character of the original, none of the compromises.
The Cub House sits on the Deerskin River with access to the Eagle River Chain of 28 Lakes. Originally built as a summer camp lodge, the home was rebuilt without losing what made it worth keeping. The structure remains, but the space has been refined with intention. The history stayed. The compromises didn't.
The result is a space that feels considered and intentionally different from what's typical in the area.
Bedrooms2
Bathrooms2
Sleeps6 guests
Waterfront100' of waterfront
Porches3
Check-in4:00 PM
Check-out10:00 AM
Min. Stay2 nights
Living Room
The living room is centered around the fireplace, with seating arranged to feel open without being oversized. Vaulted ceilings carry through the space, with natural light shifting throughout the day.
Kitchen
The kitchen is built around a 12-foot island that anchors the space, with cabinetry designed to frame a large picture window overlooking the yard and surrounding woods. Sight lines are preserved throughout, including across the pass-through toward the back stairwell, where built-in task lamps sit along the ledge, maintaining visibility through the space without breaking the connection to the exterior.
Primary Suite
The primary suite is designed to feel quiet and separate from the rest of the home, centered around a deep soaking tub and walk-in shower.
Guest Bathroom
The guest bath follows the same approach as the rest of the home, with a layout that emphasizes vertical space and light. Dual shower curtains draw attention to the ceiling height, giving the room a more open feel than its footprint suggests.
Bunk Room
The bunk room is designed as a built-in sleeping space that avoids the typical constraints of standard bunk layouts. Both levels provide generous headroom, and a lofted reading nook sits alongside the upper bed, making the space feel intentional rather than compressed.
The Deck
The home includes three covered outdoor spaces. A front porch with seating overlooking the yard, an upper back deck off the kitchen and living area with dining and lounge seating positioned toward the river and woods, and a lower walkout deck that connects directly to the yard, dock, and lit pathways throughout the property. All three are covered, allowing for comfortable outdoor use during summer rain or winter snowfall.
Backyard & Grounds
The grounds remain natural, with a fire pit and open space leading down toward the river.
Waterfront & Exterior
Private dock on the Deerskin River with direct access to the Eagle River Chain of Lakes, the largest freshwater chain of lakes in the world, offering continuous access for boating, fishing, and swimming.
What's Included
Sleeping
- Queen bed, primary suite
- Queen loft bed
- 2× Twin XL bunk
- Luxury linens
- Extra pillows + blankets
Kitchen
- Gas range + oven
- Full-size fridge
- Dishwasher
- Coffee station
- Fully stocked kitchen
Outdoor
- Private dock
- Access to all 28 lakes
- 2 Kayaks + 1 Paddle Board (Seasonal)
- Fire pit
- Lit pathway to water
- Oversized hillside swings
Essentials
- Smart lock entry
- High-speed WiFi
- Smart thermostat
- One dog allowed
- Snowmobile & ATV trails nearby
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Check-in / Check-out
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out by 10:00 AM. Early check-in or late check-out may be available with prior approval, depending on schedule and availability.
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House Rules
No smoking indoors. One dog allowed with prior notice. Quiet hours 10 PM–8 AM. No boats without prior approval. Kayaks and life jackets provided and required on the water.
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The Property
The camp faded.
The lodge didn't.
How It Started
We rebuilt it.
We didn't replace it.
The Cub House sits where a summer camp lodge once stood. The footprint stayed. The structure was rebuilt from the ground up, done right. What made it worth keeping, we kept.
Brendan
The Cub House
Our family has been coming to Eagle River for five generations. We rebuilt The Cub House ourselves and manage it directly. We're available if needed, but the space is designed to stand on its own.
Nothing left to chance
The materials, the trades, the details. Everything here was chosen with the understanding that a place either holds up or it doesn't. Nothing was added without purpose, and nothing was left unresolved.
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Worthy of the destination
Eagle River is exceptional. The Eagle River Chain of Lakes, the Nicolet Forest, and over 500 miles of snowmobile trails. The Chain connects 28 lakes, forming the largest freshwater chain of lakes in the world. The Cub House was built to match it.
Five generations brought us here.
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Eagle River, Wisconsin
The area.
Everything worth knowing.
Eagle River. The actual destination.
Eagle River sits at the center of the world's largest freshwater chain of lakes. 28 connected lakes, 174 miles of shoreline, hundreds of miles of trails. It's a real place — good fishing, a real main street, winter that actually means something. Here's what's worth knowing before you go.
Dining
- Riverstone Brewing CompanyCraft beers, good food, trail access. The go-to for a casual night out downtown.10 min
- Chef Rene'sSit-down dinner, full menu. Good option when you want something a step above bar food.8 min
- Smuggler's LoungeDive bar, smash burgers, legendary house horseradish. Don't skip it.9 min
- Kickback GrillLakeside spot on Duck Lake. Boat or snowmobile right up. Good for a long lunch.12 min
- Eddie B's White SpruceIn-house smoked ribs, riverside deck with boat slips. Friday fish fry is the move.10 min
Water & Outdoors
- Scattering Rice LakeRight out the back door. Paddle directly from the dock. Excellent walleye fishing.On-site
- Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest680,000 acres. Hiking, ATV trails, and backcountry access. Entry points start nearby.15 min
- Eagle River FishingGet your license and local intel before heading out. The chain holds walleye, muskie, and bass.8 min
- Chain of 28 Lakes28 connected lakes you can explore for days without retracing a route. Start from your dock.On-site
- Snowmobile & ATV TrailsDirect trail access from the property. 500+ miles of groomed snowmobile routes in season.On-site
Events Worth Timing Your Trip Around
- World Championship Snowmobile DerbyJanuary. 40,000+ spectators, 500 racers, 100+ mph on a banked ice oval. Book well in advance.8 min
- Fall Color PeakLate September through mid-October. The calendar fills first during this window — plan ahead.—
- Cranberry FestFirst weekend of October. 40,000 people, 300 vendors, cranberry marsh tours. A genuine Wisconsin tradition.On-site
- Eagle River Area EventsFull calendar of seasonal events — ice races, music, fishing tournaments, and more.—
9 minEagle River Downtown
30 minRhinelander
4 hrsMilwaukee
5 hrsChicago
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