On lake.At this Summit Lake vacation home, you'll be within 16 miles (25 km) of Lake Lucille and 20 miles (32 km) of Tekawitha Lake. Lake Ethel and Hollister Lake are also within 20 miles (32 km).
Crandon International Off-Road Raceway - 45 min drive - 33.1 miles
Pickerel Lake - 45 min drive - 21.3 miles
Wisconsin River Cruises - 51 min drive - 37.1 miles
Getting around
Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County) - 38 min drive
Restaurants
Koni K's - 10 min drive
Hank's Club Unique - 5 min drive
Elcho Clubhouse Bar and Bowling - 10 min drive
Tattle Tales Bar & Grill - 9 min drive
Sammy’s Bar - 7 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.
Papa’s Lake House, Quiet Retreat, Main Part Of Greater Bass Lake , Sleeps 12-14
Main lodge house with bar on main shore of Greater Bass Lake. Lodge house was converted into a 2 story house with 3 bedrooms - 1 bathroom upstairs, spare couch foldout & bunk beds in basement. 1.5 bathrooms on main floor.
All four season sports - fish, hunting, ski/snowmobile, water sports. Summers offer a wide variety of activities right here or in the nearby area. The fall presents a spectacular display of color. And don’t forget winter fun. Snowshoeing or cross-country skiing are delightful on the lake or through the woods and the driveway provides a perfect opportunity for sledding.
Relax on deck listening to the loons in the morning or stargazing at night. Bring your telescope! Quiet bliss.
Bring your boat, kayak or ATV and explore the lake and many trails right from the dock or driveway. There’s plenty of space for parking trailers. Don’t forget your golf clubs. Bass Lake Country Club is a mile away. If you enjoy dining out, you’ll have lots of options without having to travel far. Elcho, Antigo, or Rhinelander are all within 10-30 minutes away for groceries or other needs and a convenience store is 1.5 miles away.
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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
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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
Rules
At end of rental: strip bed linens & collect towels, contain/remove all garbage, remove any food, please just leave it the way you found it.
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 pets
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Note from host: Good house for a 3 generator reunion
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 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
Frequently asked questions
How close is Papa’s Lake House, Quiet Retreat, Main Part Of Greater Bass Lake , Sleeps 12-14 to the airport?
This vacation home is 31.6 mi (38-min drive) away from the Rhinelander, WI (RHI-Oneida County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Papa’s Lake House, Quiet Retreat, Main Part Of Greater Bass Lake , Sleeps 12-14 have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
Does Papa’s Lake House, Quiet Retreat, Main Part Of Greater Bass Lake , Sleeps 12-14 offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Papa’s Lake House, Quiet Retreat, Main Part Of Greater Bass Lake , Sleeps 12-14?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Papa’s Lake House, Quiet Retreat, Main Part Of Greater Bass Lake , Sleeps 12-14?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Papa’s Lake House, Quiet Retreat, Main Part Of Greater Bass Lake , Sleeps 12-14?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Papa’s Lake House, Quiet Retreat, Main Part Of Greater Bass Lake , Sleeps 12-14 have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does Papa’s Lake House, Quiet Retreat, Main Part Of Greater Bass Lake , Sleeps 12-14 have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Papa’s Lake House, Quiet Retreat, Main Part Of Greater Bass Lake , Sleeps 12-14 to downtown Summit Lake?
This vacation home is 1.2 mi away from Summit Lake.
Papa’s Lake House, Quiet Retreat, Main Part Of Greater Bass Lake , Sleeps 12-14 Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 10 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 10 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 10 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 10 reviews
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Cleanliness
Reviews
6/10 Okay
steve z.
Sep 16, 2024
classic up north cabin
good stay- beds could be better-potable water would be good to have bring plenty- wonderful location beautiful lake nice neighbors- fun history-cabin was a little cluttered but worked great for our group we had a good time
steve z.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Carmen W.
Aug 26, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious and clean
Loved all the amenities available in the house from life jackets to toys, games, and movies. We really appreciated all the options for sleeping arrangements
Property didn’t have a/c but owner said it was a mistake and will be correcting it on VRBO site and other than first night we didn’t need it. Be prepared to pack out your own garbage and dump is open on limited days, that was my only complaint. Otherwise our family had a terrific time at Pappas and will definitely return.
Carmen W.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joan C.
Aug 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fun place
Easy access to all our activities. Perfect for the number of people we had staying.
Joan C.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
sharon h., Grayslake, IL
Jul 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Lake House for a family vacay!
The house was a nice location for a family vacay and big enough for people to have some personal space! Though no beach, there was an area near the bank that was clear and rock free so we could sit on our rafts! Friendly neighbors, also!
sharon h.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rick R.
Aug 29, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Quality
The cabin was a splendid experience. Plenty of places to sleep, coupled with an exquisite cabin feel. Fun bar on the main level. Cool decorations to give you a true taste of northwoods. Great place for a group of friends/family to catch up and remember the good times. Fun conversations and history lessons with the neighbors, who were very kind and informative with the history of Bass Lake and of course, the fishing report. We were able to tie up our boat, and enjoy Bass Lake for all it’s beauty: fishing, skiing, and boarding the day away. (Followed by golf in the evening). Highly recommend if you need extra space. You will surely find it in Papa’s house. I would stay again should the opportunity present itself. Highly recommend coming from someone who grew up and has deep appreciation for the northwoods. RR
Rick R.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Timothy M.
May 29, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Papa’s Lake House
We had a group of 12 for a UTVing weekend - Trails were great. House was clean and had plenty of room.
Will definitely come again!
Timothy M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Juliana M., Crystal Lake, illinois
Aug 13, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful lake house!
Very comfortable, homey atmosphere
Reminded me so much of the Lake cottages we’d go to when I was a kid! Spacious, with plenty to do. Golfing was excellent for my husband and the teen boys. The lake was cool and clean, I’m pretty sure that if we had put more effort in, we’d have caught a lot of fish. Early morning runs and then a swim was the best!
All in all, it was a comfortable stay, and I would recommend.
Juliana M.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
8/10 Good
Colin B.
Aug 24, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Great lake house
The owner was very nice and the property worked great for our extended family to enjoy a few days swimming and playing in the lake.
Colin B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
8/10 Good
Sophia K.
Jun 29, 2018
Great for big groups!
The kitchen is very well stocked and on the bigger end. I was surprised that some of the knives were sharp and they had a great large non stick frying pan to cook for large groups. There are a lot of beds which is great to accommodate big groups like ours. The porch is great too! There's lots of seating because of the built in bench along the railing. There were three stand up paddle boards that we took out on the lake that were in great condition which come included with the house. The shower upstairs was dirtier but it was no problem to share the downstairs shower. There were loads of toys and games for you to use. The house has a good layout for big groups of people to get together. The owner is very responsive and addresses any issues you have.
Sophia K.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
2/10 Terrible
Dawne S., Sheridan, MT
Jun 27, 2017
Great location; Not-so-great experience
On the positive side, this house has a great location, a true "lake cottage" vibe in that you feel like you're in a time warp from 50 years ago, and the vintage bar area is really cool.
On the negative side, there were lots of issues with this house, particularly the maintenance and cleanliness. And it needs some upgrades, especially regarding the bathrooms. The owner has assured me these issues will be addressed but they did adversely affect our family's stay.