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Sandalwood Retreat on Round Lake - Waterfront property with screened porch 

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Hayward

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Smart TV, fireplace, video games, foosball
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, foosball
Terrace/patio
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 205000 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

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Hayward, WI
  • Place, Round Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, American Birkebeiner Trail
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Nelson Lake
    ‪26 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Hayward

On lake.At this Hayward vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Round Lake and 6 miles (10 km) of Lovejoy Lake. Lake Placid and Sevenwinds Casino are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Round Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Hayward Lake - 14 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • American Birkebeiner Trail - 19 min drive - 11.0 miles
  • Nelson Lake - 26 min drive - 18.8 miles
  • Lake Chippewa - 38 min drive - 24.1 miles

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 111 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Powell’s - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Trail's End Resort - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Dock - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Twin Lakes Tap - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Lakeview Golf & Pizza - ‬9 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.

Sandalwood Retreat on Round Lake - Waterfront property with screened porch 

Our weeks for summer 2026 are already filing up fast! We only have a few prime weeks remaining: June 12-19 and August 21-28. Check out our pictures and book your summer getaway today!

This luxury vacation home on Round Lake in Hayward, WI sleeps 3-4 families comfortably with amazing lake views. Sorry, NO pets are allowed. The home has over 5,000 sq ft with 6 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms. This property is meant for year-round vacationers with heat and air conditioning throughout. There is a gas fireplace on the main floor, so don’t forget about winter getaways, especially your group for the Birkie! One of our most exciting features is a wraparound deck with a fully enclosed screened porch to enjoy spectacular sunsets. The bonus space above the garage has an additional area for guests to enjoy with a toy area and Nintendo Wii U gaming system for the kids.

The basement is meant for entertaining! There is a large lounge area with big screen TV, as well as a kitchen and bar area with an additional TV. And don’t worry, you won’t be disconnected either. There is high speed Starlink satellite Wi-Fi throughout the property for everyone to use. For those rainy summer days we have plenty to do inside including a commercial grade air hockey table, 4-player arcade machine and Shelti foosball table. Check out our pictures to see all the toys!

For spring, summer and fall renters you can walk right out the basement slider to a large, smokeless firepit with 8 chairs provided. There is a propane grill with gas for your outdoor BBQ! And when you are done, enjoy an outdoor game with our custom printed bean bag boards while you lounge by the fire. Or go down the stairs to enjoy the lake, where there is a large dock space with a splash pad, kayaks and a paddleboard for use. Please note items in the above paragraph are not available in the months of Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, March, or April. Dock availability is no earlier than May and depends on the ice melting off the lake.

The cabin is located on the main body of Round Lake with sweeping views of the lake. We are located just minutes from local restaurants Powell’s on Round Lake, The Dock and Tamarack Farms BBQ, pizza and winery. The town of Hayward is only 10 minutes away to enjoy shopping, go karts, mini golf and of course the candy shop!

You can bring your own boat or pontoon to the property and there is ample parking room for a trailer. There is a boat/pontoon lift that will accommodate any pontoon and most boats as well. We require use of the lift overnight and during inclement weather to avoid damage to the dock or boats as well as property of our neighbors. If you are looking for rentals, we recommend contacting Round Lake Marina or Hayward Power Sports to help with pontoon or boat rentals for your visit. If you are interested in renting something for your stay, we recommend calling these places right away as they book fast!

For the summer months of mid-June, July and August, check-in will be on Friday with check-out the following Friday, with 7-night stay required. Off season stays will be a 2-3 night minimum.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 5.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 5,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Any smoking in the house, on the deck or on the property itself will result in a $500 fine assessed and charged to your credit card through VRBO app.
Cleaning fee is for general cleaning of the property and laundry services. Vomit, soiled floors, overflown toilets, etc will incur additional $500 fee

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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
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 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
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Sandalwood Retreat on Round Lake - Waterfront property with screened porch  to the airport?

This vacation home is 92.3 mi (111-min drive) away from the Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Sandalwood Retreat on Round Lake - Waterfront property with screened porch  have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Sandalwood Retreat on Round Lake - Waterfront property with screened porch  offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sandalwood Retreat on Round Lake - Waterfront property with screened porch ?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Sevenwinds Casino (9-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Sandalwood Retreat on Round Lake - Waterfront property with screened porch ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Sandalwood Retreat on Round Lake - Waterfront property with screened porch ?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Sandalwood Retreat on Round Lake - Waterfront property with screened porch  have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Sandalwood Retreat on Round Lake - Waterfront property with screened porch  have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Sandalwood Retreat on Round Lake - Waterfront property with screened porch  to downtown Hayward?

This vacation home is 8.5 mi away from Hayward.

Sandalwood Retreat on Round Lake - Waterfront property with screened porch  Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelley K., Waukesha, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

3rd year back at this amazing home!

We love this house! Works perfect for our family of 18. Plenty of space. Space over the garage works perfect for Grandma and Grandpa to have their own space. The lake is one of our favorites ever. We spend all day at one of the sand bars. Depth at the end of the pier is perfect to jump off of. Plenty of fridge space with the basement fridge and bar cooler. Screened in porch is the highlight of the house. Comfy beds. Bonus, TJ is awesome and easy to work with!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise in the Northern Woods

Our family has been coming up to the northern woods for the past 35 years. We enjoy renting houses on different lakes. SandalWood and Round Lake are by far the best! We would love to stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property was absolutely excellent and its description was very accurate.Plenty of space for our family of 19 to spread out and enjoy all it offered.The lower level game room was great fun and the toys for little kids in the above-the-garage space was a nice surprise.Having firewood available to enjoy the excellent fire pit was also very nice.Communication with ownership was top notch.Really, our only complaint is our family loves to cook nice meals when together and, while there were plenty of plates, glasses and flatware; food prep utensils were lacking. Things like sharp knives, measuring spoons and cups were not up to par. We actually went to Walmart and bought a grater, peeler, and sharp knife. Not a big deal (see the 5 star rating), but it would have been nice. Also suggest you stock the lower level kitchen.We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margie Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property

We used to own a home in this area, and our grown children wanted to revisit the area with their families. This property was perfect for the 10 of us. The property provided all the necessary features to provide fun on a rainy day, along with the outdoor activities later in the week. We would definitely recommend this property and will look forward to returning in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Ina O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen C.

Liked: Cleanliness

We Love Sandalwood Retreat!

We are a group of 11 adults that go on an annual Labor Day trip every year, and this was the best year yet thanks to the Sandalwood Retreat. The house had more than enough space for everyone and their belongings. We were thankful to have two full kitchens and multiple places indoors and outdoors to hang out. Whether we were hanging out as a large group or we were split up into smaller groups or enjoying some alone time, the house accommodated all of our needs without feeling crowded. The hosts also provided awesome indoor and outdoor games that we enjoyed. This is a great place for any large group, and we can't wait to hopefully return next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol R., Naples, FL

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for large families

Beautiful, spacious property. TJ & Kendall are gracious hosts
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing house on Round Lake

The house is clean, large enough for our entire family and a great location on Round Lake. We will for sure be staying here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation Central

Our family had a wonderful stay at Sandalwood Resort. This house has been well thought out for large groups/families. From two washers and dryers to two ovens. The flow of the kitchen was great when feeding everyone. The screened porch was lovely to sit out on at night. My mom was able to spend most of the day out there, listening to the laughter of the grandkids and great grands. We had four generations in Hayward this year and this truly couldn’t have fit our family better. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan C.

Liked: Cleanliness

2024 Famcation

Our extended family go on vacation to Hayward area every summer, Round Lake is our favorite lake in the area. This is the second year we've stayed at Sandalwood Retreat, and it is still the best place we've stayed. The house is high-end and has plenty of space for our group of 16. Other than the lake, the screened-in porch is our favorite place to hang out, play cards or eat meals together. We also enjoyed the paddle board, kayaks, and the air hockey table. If we can get our schedule's to line up, we'll be booking again for summer 2025.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelley K., Waukesha, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Just booked our 3rd return trip!

8 adults and 9 cousins have enjoyed this amazing house and property for 2 years in a row. The house is impeccable. Comfy beds, very well appointed kitchen, amazing screened porch with dining table and couch, fire pit with comfy and plentiful chairs, a basement full of FUN, every room has a walk in closet and full bath, quiet neighborhood, a boat ride to Powells for Lunch or dinner, a separate living space above the garage perfect for extra sleeping space, a Lilly pad that got hours of use with our family all on an amazing, super clear lake. The owners TJ and Kendall are super easy to work with, always check in to be sure we have everything we need and have built an incredible lake home that we love to enjoy!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolute perfection!

Our stay at this beautiful home was absolute perfection! The house accommodated our large group perfectly! Private areas with attached bathrooms, and bedrooms throughout the home created a retreat, when needed! The communal gathering areas were comfortable spacious and had all the amenities we could have asked for! We look forward to returning hopefully soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Round Lake Beauty

We rented this property to stay after my Dad's Celebration of Life. It was the perfect location and home to enjoy time with Family and Friends. It was well stocked and so easy to enjoy time with many people. We didn't have great weather which made the huge screened in porch a life saver. This home is so well appointed and the owners are very responsive. Would rent again if heading back to the area. Loved It!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris and Kelly C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another amazing stay at the Sandalwood Retreat

Our group of 9 adults and 4 babies and toddlers just had our yearly winter gathering for the second time at the sandalwood retreat and it was just as fabulous as last year. The rooms are diverse but fantastic and offer all the comforts you could want- pack and plays fit in the closet, ensuits in three of them, comfortable beds, extra linens and they are all super quiet, even when there's a ruckus in the livingroom. The annex over the garage was a great spot for the childless among us to retreat but also a wonderful play area for the kids. We cooked several delicious meals in the large, beautiful kitchen and enjoyed all the games and play spaces in the basement. We do dream of visiting again in the summer to enjoy the outdoor spaces more but the house is so large that we never felt cooped up. Our hosts were wonderful to work with and responded quickly to any questions. We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

It was a great stay! Super clean. Large/open space great for the 17 of us! Screened in deck was our favorite place for dinner and morning coffee. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hayward Highlight

Perfect location for our family! We brought our boat for the first time - the lift worked great - seemed like it could fit a lot of boats. Lake was great - lots to explore, and it wasn't small. The house was loaded with toys and games any kind of group would work here:). We had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chap A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family reunion

We enjoyed the opportunity to be together in a home that gave all family members the space and flexibility to enjoy each other’s presence as well as time to be apart and respectful of each person’s feelings or needs. Family dinners were especially enjoyed because of the space allowed for comfortable gatherings of 12 people (4families). The nightly fires in the yard overlooking the lake were especially enjoyable.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol R., Naples, FL

Liked: Cleanliness

Best ever

Our family has enjoyed a week in the Hayward lakes area for over 10 years. This was our 3rd stay on Round Lake — a favorite. Sandlewood Retreat is by far the nicest property we have ever rented TJ & Kendall are very attentive hosts. We’re already booked for next year
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda Y., Sycamore, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness

Picture perfect week

This house is perfect for a week getaway up north. We comfortably had 12 people for the week. Plenty of space to relax and enjoy family time. Great communication with owner too! Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelley K., Waukesha, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing house, amazing lake!

We had the best week, probably my favorite VRBO of all time! The house is SO cool, stylish, spacious and perfect for a big group. We had 18 people and we all had our own space but also the house has great gathering spaces. The screened in porch is great with a table and a lounge area, we loved the fire pit and chairs, we had so much fun playing in the basement and countless hours jumping off the pier into the crystal clear lake. Leading up to our stay and a couple questions to Thomas while we were there, he was fantastic. I honestly don’t think I ever waited more than 5 minutes for an answer from him! The house is clean, the property is gorgeous and we enjoyed so many beautiful sunsets! Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathan C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Summer Family Vacation

The property is fantastic. The layout of the house was well designed for our party of extended family, plenty of space for all of us to hang out together, or be away from each other when needed. The screened porch was one of our favorite places to relax. Games in the basement provided great entertainment when we had too much lake time. Round Lake is a beautiful, clear lake, our family enjoyed jumping off the dock and swimming when we needed a break from the boat. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great modern cabin on a crystal clear lake

We’ve stayed at many properties through VRBO and this one was top notch. The property managers were very proactive and responsive in communicating before and during arrival. Boating, fishing, swimming, beautiful sunsets and lots to do inside when the weather didn’t cooperate with the game room, open living area and spacious screen porch. We couldn’t ask for more and hope to return in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous retreat on round lake

Beautiful well stocked retreat for a large family. Great location. Great views. Perfect location. Couldn’t ask for more.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mandy G.

Liked: Cleanliness

"Best Vacation Ever!"

Words from my 10 year old! Of course, she said that last year too! This was our 2nd year staying at this house. Since a devastating cancer diagnosis, our mutigenerational family made an effort for the last two summers to get everytone together. At the same time:) That is hard to do with busy schedules but worth the effort. This property has been a blessing to us. It has provided respite and a well needed break for our family. It has provided opportunities for joyful memories to be made. Could any other place do that?-probably. But this house is perfect for us. It provides space and activities for kids and quiet spots when the adults need to take a break!:). The screen porch is genius, the firepit is a great gathering place. The boat lift- awesome addition! The house is impeccably cared for and clean, modern, well designed, and well stocked. We appreciated the two full- sized refridgerators, the plethora of pots and pans and the dual washer/dryers! The property is on a crystal clear lake, near great mountain biking trails and in a quiet neighborhood. June fishing was better than usual for us once we found the right spot. Lots of rock bass, some large smally's and good-sized largemouth bass. We also rented a logrolling log for the week (you can pick up in Hayward) (Keylogrolling.com) and that was a highlight and hours of fun every day for our family. Truly, there is something for everyone at this property- and plenty of space for a large group.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luan C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Spacious Getaway

Very please with the communication and the upkeep and cleanliness of the property. The space above the garage was a wonderful haven for the teenagers and the common areas had ample space for gathering. The screen porch was excellent for morning coffee and the fire pit space was great for sunsets and s’mores. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023