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Escape to Wild River Retreat!

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Games room
Exterior
Property grounds
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 15350 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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Glidden, WI

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About the area

Butternut

At this holiday home, you'll be 19.9 km (12.4 mi) from Chequamegon National Forest and 30.1 km (18.7 mi) from Moose Lake. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 2.5 bathrooms, a fireplace and a patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a games room and barbecues. Added amenities include laundry facilities. .With a stay at this Butternut holiday home, you'll be 31.1 km (19.4 mi) from Little Moose Lake and 31.2 km (19.4 mi) from Fox Lake.
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Restaurants

  • ‪Lena's Bar & Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Dead Squirrel Bar and Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Bootleggers - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Glidden Black Bear Bakery - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Roxy's Bar - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Escape to Wild River Retreat!

🌲 Wild River Retreat – Northwoods Seclusion Meets Adventure 🌲


Escape to the peaceful sounds of the mighty Chippewa River at Wild River Retreat—a beautiful, private home nestled on the East Fork and surrounded by the scenic Ashland County Forest. Here, serenity comes naturally, and adventure is always just around the bend.
Bring your ATVs, UTVs, snowmobiles—or just your sense of adventure—and set up base at this beautiful, year-round retreat. Whether you're trail riding, kayaking, hunting, or simply relaxing under the stars, this cabin is your launch point for exploring all the Northwoods has to offer.
No matter the season—there's every reason to stay. From starry skies and crackling fires to pristine accommodations, this breathtaking retreat is the perfect place to unplug and reconnect.

🛏️ Room for the Whole Crew
Sleeping Arrangements:
Bedroom 1: Queen master suite upstairs with private shower
Bedroom 2: Downstairs queen bed with pass-through to Bedroom 3
Bedroom 3 – The Bear Den: Bunk room with pass-through to Bedroom 4
Bedroom 4 – The Cozy Cave: Twin bed
Bedroom 5: King bed with pass-through to Bedroom 6
Bedroom 6 – Comfort Cove: Full bed
Additional sleeping: Sofa bed & futon in the common areas

🎉 Entertainment & Wellness
High-speed WiFi
Google TVs with streaming
Game/Bar room
Treadmill for indoor workouts

🍳 Comfort & Convenience
Full kitchen with Keurig coffee maker
Spacious living room
Linens and towels included
Just 15 minutes from Glidden

🌄 Outdoor Features
Large deck with 14-ft remote-controlled awning for shade
Fire pit – perfect for s'mores, stargazing, and story time
Gas grill (propane and tools included)
10 outdoor chairs
Kayaking & canoeing access
Fishing nearby
2-car garage
Dog kennel (1 dog allowed – daily fee applies)

🚴‍♂️ Trail Access & Outdoor Fun
ATV/UTV Friendly – Ride directly from the property to trails
Snowmobile Access: Trails nearby, but require trailering
Trail 13 (West – Peeksville)
Trail 11 / Corridor 8 (North)
Trail 12 (South)
Trail 9 (East)
(All trails form a loop around the property)
Nearby bike trail
Surrounded by Ashland County Forest – perfect for grouse and deer hunting

🐾 Pet Policy
1 dog allowed
Additional nightly fee applies
Outdoor kennel provided

Please Note:
Fireplace (decorative only – not available for guest use
No A/C - There are ceiling fans and some floor fans. The lower level stays naturally cool year round.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking 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)

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Unit size: 3,769 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 23

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 are welcome
    • Service animals 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

1021664

Frequently asked questions

Does Escape to Wild River Retreat! have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Escape to Wild River Retreat!?

No, Escape to Wild River Retreat! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Escape to Wild River Retreat!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Escape to Wild River Retreat! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ann P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spacious home. Great location to atv trails. Plenty of room for 5 couples. We appreciated all the firewood!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly G.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great stay

*Beautiful home with comfortable beds*The whole place is attractive and very clean*Large, clean kitchen with ample tableware and enough utensils to work with*Very easy to pick up the key and Lena was very friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Faith H.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Family Time

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noah C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Very clean, spacious, beautiful interior. Adults and kids all had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Trip

Property was even better than the pictures suggested and Lena was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Yearly Family Vacation

It was gorgeous. Very clean. The owner was available and helpful. Great fishing and swimming. Water was a little low for kayaking. Large yard for activities. Fire pit and grill. Lots of room for sleeping. Few doors difficult to close and dishwasher was not working. Could use one more frig for large groups. Overall it was amazing and i would highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt K., Appleton, WI

Liked: Cleanliness

One of the best stays in northern Wisconsin!

The house and property were clean and well maintained. Beautiful little river running through the large open backyard. Very private. It’s what everyone pictures when they describe their dream up north cabin. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023