A Little Piece of Scandinavia In The North Woods, Spider Lake Chain, Hayward, WI Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

Q: Is A Little Piece of Scandinavia In The North Woods, Spider Lake Chain, Hayward, WI pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Q: Where is A Little Piece of Scandinavia In The North Woods, Spider Lake Chain, Hayward, WI located?

Nestled on the beach, this Hayward cabin is within 9 mi (15 km) of Spider Lake Townhall, Wildwood Marshes Golf Course and Tiger Cat Flowage. Lake Placid and Burns Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

10/10 Excellent

Dee G.

26 Jun 2024

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Great Stay

We had a great experience with this rental and the owners. The property had everything you need for your stay-all I’m great condition.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin C.

21 Jul 2024

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So relaxing!

Very clean, super comfortable, and a great location.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aimee L.

16 Aug 2024

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Amazing Quaint Cabin Getaway

We absolutely loved our stay here - the cabin was well-stocked, clean and so thoughtfully decorated. The outdoor deck space was great and we took advantage of the paddle boards and peaceful lake. We hope to come back next year!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul D.

14 Aug 2024

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Great getaway

The cabin was great! Very clean, well stocked, and lots of water toys. We also really enjoyed the fire pit by the lake. Paul and Ellen were very responsive throughout the process.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria M.

5 Jul 2024

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Relaxing family vacation

Great relaxing trip to the Northwoods :) We loved reading on the porches and having a fire each night. We also rented a pontoon via the hosts' recommendations and went golfing at the nearby Spider Lake Golf Resort. We had a blast!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thad H.

20 Aug 2024

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Summer Family Getaway

Terrific hosts, wonderful property, memorable experience! We fished, kayaked, canoed, tried the paddle board, swam, read books, took naps, watched movies, played library and coffee shop, listened to music, and saw northern light and shooting stars while laying on the dock. Above all, we made good memories.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig F.

5 Oct 2023

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Weekend Getaway

This was our second trip and once again loved the property. The views overlooking the lake are wonderful. We also enjoyed canoeing on the lake.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie L.

25 Jul 2024

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Fabulous

We had a lovely stay at this property. Wonderful location. Quiet lake with access to larger lakes. I enjoyed paddle boarding every day, as well as fishing and swimming. There are lots of fish right off the dock to catch too! thanks so much for a wonderful vacation.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

12 Jun 2024

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Outstanding stay at Bakkestua

We were very happy to find such a beautiful Scandinavian place in North Woods of WI. We loved that cabin had everything what we needed from kitchen appliances to boats and water toys. We found beds super comfortable, instructions very clear. Location is great plenty of trails and lakes to explore, delicious foods at the restaurants. We highly recommend Bakkestua for your vacation destination.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Seldon C.

24 Jul 2023

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Family Getaway

It is a beautiful cabin with the high ceiling that extents to 2 different decks that are secluded shady spots to have your coffee and listen to the loons. We thoroughly enjoyed our time there. The dining room table was a nice spot to play games and eat. We loved our stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda B., Bloomington

26 Jul 2021

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Peace in the trees

Excellent property!!!

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Julie A.

19 Jun 2023

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Northwoods retreat

Beautiful property. Exactly as depicted in description.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave L.

11 Jun 2023

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Nice relaxing time with friends

Very clean and well maintained. Nice décor.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gloria C.

14 Aug 2019

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Beautiful place to stay

Lake views from every room. Loved listening to the loons. The house is beautiful and well designed. The kitchen is fabulously stocked. So thankful that the owners share this treasure with us!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karen C., Peoria, IL

24 Jun 2021

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So glad we came back for a full week! Relaxation and fishing achieved!

The location is so beautiful, so many trees that even hot days are comfortable with the breeze from the lake. We enjoyed the fireplace when cool nights hit later in the week. The home has everything you need and is extremely clean. We already booked again for next year!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matthew D., Saint Paul

22 Jul 2020

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Mid-July at Bakkestua

We had a great time at Ellen & Paul's cabin. The place was clean, the instructions were spot on, the entire property was exactly as described, and Ellen was a cinch to work with.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Henry P.

10 Oct 2023

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An architectual marvel with every comfort

With a gorgeous view on one of the Northwood's most beautiful chain of lakes. I've never stayed in a cottage where every guest need has been so well provided for--beds, kitchen, boats, videos, games. While modern in design it was also warm, cozy, and appropriate to a woods and lake setting. Immaculately cared for and clean as well.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

James B.

11 Jul 2017

Perfect place for a quiet Fourth of July

We enjoyed Bakkestua completely. Perfect location and perfect place. It accommodated six of us comfortably, providing a relaxing atmosphere both inside and out. Bring or rent a boat if you want to explore the whole Spider Lake chain of lakes. Otherwise, everything you need for a fun and relaxing time is provided.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Gerri P.

15 Jun 2023

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Relaxing, Clean, and Comfortable

This property was perfect for everyone in our party (we had teenagers and adults). From the minute we walked in everything was so clean and very comfortable. Every need or want we had was available from the kitchen to the outdoor activities. Communication with the hosts was so easy through email. We would love to stay here again and have already started searching for open dates. We watched so much wildlife from the patios and large windows. Thank you for opening your cabin and sharing so much of your Norwegian heritage, we very much enjoyed all of the decorations and pieces from Norway!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura R., Victoria, Minnesota

6 Aug 2023

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Peaceful and relaxing stay

This cabin was absolutely perfect! Vey quiet and peaceful. We loved sitting on one of the 2 decks and enjoyed the view of the lake. We brought our boat and enjoyed exploring the lake and others nearby. We also used their canoe and kayaks which was really fun! The cabin has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms which was very nice since there was 4 adults. The kitchen was fully stocked with coffee, tea, spices cooking oil, and plenty of pots and pans. The cabin was very quaint with all things Norwegian! The owner was so nice and responded very quickly to messages. I would highly recommend this rental. We hope to visit again.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Kevin M., Bloomington

7 Sept 2017

A Bit of Norway in Wisconsin, In All The Best Possible Ways

We were hesitant to write a glowing review, only because more people will discover this gem. The Bakke's have created a serene lake house retreat that's easy to access and hard to leave. Nestled in a quiet bay on the Spider Lake chain, Bakkestua offers all the Northwoods recreation or relaxation you'd hope for. The ample windows and high ceilings give the place an airy open quality, while the Scandanavian stove/fireplace keep chilly nights cozy. The fishing was fantastic, the sunsets memorable, the days full of active fun. Come and enjoy the lake country as you remember it.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

caroline b.

5 Jul 2023

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Lake and Woods Heaven

The Little Piece of Scandinavia in the North Woods is a little piece of water and woods heaven. Our stay was absolutely wonderful. The cabin is b.e.a.u.t.i.f.u.l. It was so clean and comfortable/cozy and well equipped with everything you would want/need when living in the woods and on the lake. We spent most of the time on the dock and in the water with kayaks and canoe and paddle board -- the water was warm and clear and when winter rolls around we will reminisce about the refreshing jumps off the end of the dock after soaking in the warm sunshine. We cooked great meals in the kitchen that is better equipped than our own and we visited a couple of delicious restaurants and supper-clubs not too far from the cabin. With coffee in hand we watched sunrises and spectacular sunsets right on the patio decks of the cabin. We will for sure return -- we feel so fortunate to have found this lovely spot. Thank you!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

3 Sept 2022

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Week at Bakkestua

Our stay at Bakkestua was perfect. We were mesmerized from the start by all the amazing views from the many windows and two decks. Every day we saw beautiful sunsets and moonrises, heard the loons calling, owls hooting, and the frogs singing in the bay. We kayaked through the two channels to explore all of the lakes. Clear lake was so quiet and peaceful it felt like we had it all to ourselves. The neighbors were very friendly. We had a campfire by the lake each night with plenty of good firewood available. The Norwegian decor and great space added so much to the experience. We really enjoyed cooking all of our meals in the lovely kitchen with the quality cookware, dinnerware, and utensils. Renting procedures were very clear and easy to follow. We had no questions or concerns during our stay. We went to town only once because Bakkestua was too nice to leave! We will definitely stay again.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bernard M., Deerfield, Wisconsin

9 Aug 2018

A Perfect Taste of Northern Wisconsin

Six of us stayed at Bakkestua for a week: gandpa and grandma, daughter, son-in-law and 2 young grandsons. The layout was perfect for us — grandpa and grandma had the main floor bedroom/bathroom with a private deck, and the other 4 had the lower level 2 bedrooms, bathroom and living room with TV. All 3 bedrooms had a view of the lake as did the rest of the house, except the bathrooms. There was also a large deck with a gas grill for all to share. We have rented homes in Colorado Springs, CO, Portland, OR, Homer, Alaska, and Paris, France - Bakkestua is undoubtedly the best equipped rental we have ever had - water sports (paddle board, canoe, life preservers, fishing rods and reels, great dock for our rental pontoon), a DVD library, a wide variety of games for all age levels, a kitchen equipped with everything any cook would need (including some basic pantry items), and a well equipped laundry area. The location, a bay on Clear Lake, provided a quiet, relaxing atmosphere to enjoy the northern Wisconsin sunsets. It is a short 20 minute drive to Hayward for groceries, shopping, restaurants, and tourist attractions like the Lumberjack Show and the Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame and Museum. Ellen (the owner along with her husband Paul) maintain a clean and well upkept home for rent — the many one-of-a-kind Norwegian decorations (including personal family treasures and memories), add a particularly homey and family feeling. Ellen was very prompt with responses to questions during the pre-rental and rental process. And following the rental process and during our stay at Bakkestua she provided not only answers to our questions, but also a whole variety of additional information about the local area. In short, Bakkestua provided exactly what we were looking for — a quiet, relaxing week of fishing, swimming, and enjoying the outdoors and attractions of summertime in northern Wisconsin. Thank you Ellen and Paul for sharing Bakkestua with us. We hope to return and would recommend it without reservation to others seeking the same experience we had.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Alexander L.

7 Sept 2022

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Good stay

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

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