sleeps 16, Top rental -MN Monthly Magazine

6 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 183001 sq ft

Popular amenities

Hot Tub

Fireplace

Pet friendly

Outdoor Space

Free WiFi

Washer

Explore the area

Lapointe, WI

Big Bay State Park6 min drive
Madeline Island Museum17 min drive
Apostle Islands Marina71 min drive
Ashland, WI (ASX-John F. Kennedy Memorial)103 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

basement: Sand Island room

+2

2 Twin Beds, 2 Double Murphy Beds and 2 Double Beds

basement: Stockton

1 King Bed

main floor: Basswood Island room

1 King Bed

main floor: Hermit Island room

1 Queen Bed

upstairs: Eagle Island loft

2 Twin Beds

upstairs: Hermit Island room

2 Twin Beds

upstairs: Raspberry Island room

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

1st floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

2nd floor

Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Outdoor shower

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

From the moment you walk in the door you will feel completely at home at the barn at Madeline Island.

Sleeps 16 in beds/featured in MN Monthly, Midwest Home, Martha Stewart Weddings and featured on the Discovery Channel (Great Retreats).

Our home is located on over 900' of private lakeshore (18 acres) surrounded by beautiful white pine, maple and birch forest. The 3000 square foot home was built in 2003 from a 200 year old Vermont hay barn we had disassembled, transported and painstakingly reassembled into a luxury vacation home. The hand hewn beams inside are up to 20' in diameter and the walls are original barn board.

Enjoy our over-sized dock at sunset. Stand Up Paddle Boards are waiting for you at the lake... You and your kids will love swimming at the shore.

A charming treehouse for the kids and a handmade bonfire area to enjoy marshmallows and cocktails.

You will feel warm and comfortable from the moment you step inside to find a gourmet kitchen with Viking range and all of the amenities needed to relax and or entertain in grand style. Sit on the huge deck with family or friends and watch the sun set over the islands.

A perfect retreat for a couple, a wedding, a reunion or a larger group of friends looking to experience peace and quiet on Madeline Island.

We've hosted gorgeous weddings, family retreats, reunions and honeymoons. We take extra pains to make sure your needs are met. (caretakers are down the road!)

The Barn is truly a work of art that needs to be seen to be fully appreciated.

We are 7 miles from the town of LaPointe where you'll find restaurants, bars, ice cream and souvenir shopping. There are tennis courts available as well as a Robert Trent Jones-designed golf course. Moped, kayak and bicycle rental also available. Take the ferry over to Bayfield for a day trip of shopping and dinner out.

Available for weekly (7 night minimum) rentals during July and August or shorter periods in fall, winter and spring (3 night minimum).

This review sums up your future experience at our home:
"The home was BEAUTIFUL. It was decorated lovely, with a warm and cozy feeling. It was spacious, clean, very comfortable and the view to Lake Superior breathtaking. The home had all the amenities we needed and the gourmet kitchen was fabulous. We spent a lot of time on the huge deck, which had comfortable seating for all. The dock was large and awesome where we spent a lot of time sunbathing, taking a dip in Lake Superior to cool off and trying our skills on the paddleboard. We had a lovely time and we all agreed that it was one of our best vacations. We also want to thank the owner for calling us to make sure we had everything we needed. That's customer service at it's finest. "
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Property manager

Sanders & Gabriela

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Spanish

Amenities

Hot Tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet friendly

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Pet friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor Space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Lots of toys and an awesome treehouse

Events

No events allowed

Contact us for information about events.

Pets

Pets allowed

Woof... Ask us about our pet policy.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Note from host: Contact us for information about events.

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

About the neighborhood

La Pointe

Located in La Pointe, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Superior and Big Bay State Park, while Madeline Island Museum and Bayfield Heritage Museum are cultural highlights. Bayfield Maritime Museum and Ashland Mural Walk are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledding.

Lapointe, WI

What's nearby

Big Bay State Park - 6 min drive
Madeline Island Museum - 17 min drive
Madeline Island Ferry Line - 70 min drive
Apostle Islands Cruises - 71 min drive
Apostle Islands Marina - 71 min drive

Restaurants

Manypenny Bistro - 68 min drive
Pier Plaza Restaurant - 67 min drive
The Pickled Herring - 68 min drive
Beach Club - 16 min drive
Morty's Pub - 67 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is sleeps 16, Top rental -MN Monthly Magazine pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at sleeps 16, Top rental -MN Monthly Magazine?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at sleeps 16, Top rental -MN Monthly Magazine?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is sleeps 16, Top rental -MN Monthly Magazine located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Superior and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Big Bay State Park. Major Gilbert Beach and Madeline Island Museum are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kayla L.

Sep 18, 2023

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

Absolutely stunning

We stayed at The Barn for our small intimate wedding the second weekend in September and it was the perfect place. The woodwork throughout the place gives it so much fun character. Absolutely stunning place and location. Perfect for large family gathering. The kitchen has everything you could possibly need and there is plenty of seating for dining. The weather was beautiful (60s) and the trees blocked a lot of the wind. If you’re debating whether or not to book this place, this is your sign! We can’t wait to make a trip back some day.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colby M., Roseville

Jan 1, 2023

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

New Year's Stay

We had a wonderful stay over New Year's with a group of friends. The Barn was beautiful, warm, & well stocked. The owners were very responsive and gracious.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew G.

Aug 16, 2022

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

Thank you!

Thank you for sharing your great property with us. It is a unique home that provides a wonderful place to stay. Just being there takes you to a completely different place. I would definitely reccomend it if you are considering it.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

Jul 28, 2022

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

Singular property

The main level of this house is truly spectacular -- the views, the screen porch, the deck, the living room, the kitchen -- it's unparalleled. The lower level is fine for, say, kids or teenagers sleeping, but it's only partially finished, and there is no bathroom down there. (For example: one of the sleeping accommodations was a mattress on the floor in a room where wood is stacked.) This was fine for us, we had teenagers that didn't care at all. But something to consider if you are going on a girl's weekend where you need more than two bathrooms, and people are looking for their own bedrooms with more than a curtain of separation. Four of the bedrooms, on the main level and upper level, are absolutely charming and have access to bathrooms. The house is filled with vintage and antique pieces, unique art, and thoughtfully planned main level spaces. I would absolutely stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

E G.

Jan 13, 2022

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

All that we had hoped for and more

We found the Barn down a long, serene gravel road, lined on both sides by snow-blanketed trees. This Christmas, we had decided to scale down the frenetic buying of stuff and instead find a family retreat to get away from the busy pace of our city life. My wife and I arrived with 7 of our 8 kids in tow. On arrival, the Barn looked warm and inviting, surrounded by forest and backed by wintery blue-green Lake Superior. Inside, the home was cozy and immaculately clean. Two hundred year old hand carved beams, shelves lined with books, and souvenirs and mementos of the host family’s travels and time together add to the soul of the house. There was plenty of room for us to spread out, but the large open center space also seemed to draw us together. During our stay, we consumed gallons of hot cocoa, roasted s’mores in the magnificent stone wood-burning fireplace, played board games, had snow-ball fights and explored the lakeside treehouse. We also ventured down to the snow-covered dock to do some star gazing in the inky-black winter sky. The kitchen was more than well-stocked with everything we needed to prepare large family meals. The beds were comfy and the linens crisp. The basement space was perfect for the kids when they were ready for some escape time. Although not much is open in winter on the island, we found basic incidental needs were met at the convenience store. (You should plan to pack in your groceries from the mainland.) We also stopped in at the funky little local coffee shop for hot chocolate and a lively discussion about the spiritual history of the island with the shop owner. All told, we found the Barn was just as amazing as advertised. The owner was very responsive when we needed the driveway plowed so we could get out. Communication was prompt, and check-in and check-out were easy. We look forward to returning to experience the island in the summer. Without a doubt, we would stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by Sanders & Gabriela

What makes this property unique

The barn at Madeline Island is actually a 200 year old hay barn that was lovingly moved from Vermont to its new home at Madeline Island where it was turned in to a breathtaking luxury home. Featured on the Discovery Channel, Martha Stewart Weddings and the upcoming book 'Madeline Island Summer Houses' by Linda Mack.