Mia's Black Dog Lodge on beautiful Big Lake Chetac
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From
US$430
/ night
Pet friendly
Kitchen
Air conditioned
TV
Hair dryer
WiFi
Location
Birchwood, Wisconsin
Guest reviews of Mia's Black Dog Lodge on beautiful Big Lake Chetac
9.9
Exceptional
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Across reviews, Mia's Black Dog Lodge, a wonderful Chalet on Big Lake Chetac, is praised for spotless cleanliness, spacious interiors, a well stocked kitchen, peaceful lakefront views and access, and friendly, responsive hosts who make family and group stays easy.
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Across reviews, Mia's Black Dog Lodge, a wonderful Chalet on Big Lake Chetac, is praised for spotless cleanliness, spacious interiors, a well stocked kitchen, peaceful lakefront views and access, and friendly, responsive hosts who make family and group stays easy.
Many appreciate the pet friendly policy, wildlife sightings, and an easy drive to town or Hayward. Several note that late summer algae or green water can limit swimming, though fishing from the dock is popular. Expect a well managed, relaxing lakefront stay suited to families and friends.
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Facilities
Guests repeatedly mention convenient lake access with a dock, decks and a fire pit, plus a well stocked kitchen and multiple bathrooms. A few note late summer algae or green water limiting swimming.
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Danielle B.
14 Aug 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
My family and I had a wonderful stay at Black Dog Lodge. Everything was clean and exactly as described. We loved that firewood was provided and the kitchen had anything you could need. The only downside was the checkout was really early at 9:00am.
My family and I had a wonderful stay at Black Dog Lodge. Everything was clean and exactly as described. We loved that firewood was provided and the kitchen had anything you could need. The only downside was the checkout was really early at 9:00am.
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Judy C.
27 Jul 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
We had a very nice week at Mia’s Black Dog Lodge. Everything about the house was top notch. Seeing many eagles around the lake was a huge bonus! One even landed in a tree next to the dock. Fishing from the dock was great for the little ones. Unfortunately the algae prevented us from getting into the water. This is a wonderful location and the lake is beautiful.
We had a very nice week at Mia’s Black Dog Lodge. Everything about the house was top notch. Seeing many eagles around the lake was a huge bonus! One even landed in a tree next to the dock. Fishing from the dock was great for the little ones. Unfortunately the algae prevented us from getting into the water. This is a wonderful location and the lake is beautiful.
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Jason Z.
30 Sept 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
What a great stay! The house is spacious, comfortable and clean and had everything we needed. Great lake view/access and nice fire pit. Hosts Gerri and Bernie couldn't have been nicer. Perfect!
What a great stay! The house is spacious, comfortable and clean and had everything we needed. Great lake view/access and nice fire pit. Hosts Gerri and Bernie couldn't have been nicer. Perfect!
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Karla K.
3 Jul 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Great property with great hosts!! Shoreline was perfect for kids to swim and house had lots of space!! We loved it!
Great property with great hosts!! Shoreline was perfect for kids to swim and house had lots of space!! We loved it!
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Ann O.
31 May 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
We are grateful for the beautiful home and accommodations this week--our annual family get away. Good fishing off the dock and on the lake, quiet mornings with coffee and babies on the deck overlooking Big Chetac. Such a blessing to be here--clean and well-kept. Thank you for sharing your lovely home.
We are grateful for the beautiful home and accommodations this week--our annual family get away. Good fishing off the dock and on the lake, quiet mornings with coffee and babies on the deck overlooking Big Chetac. Such a blessing to be here--clean and well-kept. Thank you for sharing your lovely home.
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Sheryl P.
3 Aug 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
We liked the cabin A LOT. Well furnished. Having 3 bathrooms was great. Fishing was ok. Despite sand bottom by shore, water was green and floating weeds so we weren’t in water as much would have liked. Very nice fire pit area. Hayward not too far away for family activities.
We liked the cabin A LOT. Well furnished. Having 3 bathrooms was great. Fishing was ok. Despite sand bottom by shore, water was green and floating weeds so we weren’t in water as much would have liked. Very nice fire pit area. Hayward not too far away for family activities.
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Susan N.
21 Aug 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
We loved the access to the lake, the comfort of the home, and all the amenities. We would highly recommend this place and hope to be back! It was also nice to have the option to bring our four-legged family member! :)
We loved the access to the lake, the comfort of the home, and all the amenities. We would highly recommend this place and hope to be back! It was also nice to have the option to bring our four-legged family member! :)
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Kristy H.
19 Oct 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Very nice clean property. The sleeping arrangements were perfect for our 2 families which included 6 adults and 4 teens. We were in the area for a pheasant hunt, and the location was perfect, near the game farm. Loved the deck areas, and the view of the lake with the fall colors was beautiful. The downstairs family area was perfect for our kids to have their own space away from the adults. Kitchen was well stocked with all the necessities for cooking you would need and more. Host was very friendly and accommodating. Will definitely look to book again in the future.
Very nice clean property. The sleeping arrangements were perfect for our 2 families which included 6 adults and 4 teens. We were in the area for a pheasant hunt, and the location was perfect, near the game farm. Loved the deck areas, and the view of the lake with the fall colors was beautiful. The downstairs family area was perfect for our kids to have their own space away from the adults. Kitchen was well stocked with all the necessities for cooking you would need and more. Host was very friendly and accommodating. Will definitely look to book again in the future.
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Melissa M.
14 Aug 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Our family spent a long weekend at this lake home. Great gathering space in the main room and the kitchen was easy to use for getting big meals done. Bedrooms were all nicely set up. And having three full bathrooms was awesome. Communication with the owners was easy and they were very responsive. Nice lake with a good balance of peaceful quiet and active lake life. Note for those with a physical restriction, there are a lot of stairs you’ll need to manage to get down to the lake front and back up to the house. Yard space for setting up games like cornhole is a bit limited, but we made it work. Overall we had a wonderful time around the bonfire and would recommend for large groups.
Our family spent a long weekend at this lake home. Great gathering space in the main room and the kitchen was easy to use for getting big meals done. Bedrooms were all nicely set up. And having three full bathrooms was awesome. Communication with the owners was easy and they were very responsive. Nice lake with a good balance of peaceful quiet and active lake life. Note for those with a physical restriction, there are a lot of stairs you’ll need to manage to get down to the lake front and back up to the house. Yard space for setting up games like cornhole is a bit limited, but we made it work. Overall we had a wonderful time around the bonfire and would recommend for large groups.
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Ruthann S.
6 Oct 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
I have stayed in many excellent and upscale VRBO properties . This cabin was the cleanest - absolutely spotless ! Everything was beautifully and meticulously organized and so well equipped ! The owners were a joy to work with ! I give this cabin and our experience staying there a 10 out of 10 - everything was PERFECT !!
I have stayed in many excellent and upscale VRBO properties . This cabin was the cleanest - absolutely spotless ! Everything was beautifully and meticulously organized and so well equipped ! The owners were a joy to work with ! I give this cabin and our experience staying there a 10 out of 10 - everything was PERFECT !!
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Cleanliness
Reviews consistently describe the home as exceptionally clean, spotless, and well kept. Organization and upkeep are praised across stays.
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Merrill H.
16 Jan 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This is our family’s annual Christmas weekend, and boy, was this ever a Lovely rental property. Spotlessly clean, beautifully appointed, and easy to find. Couldn’t have been nicer! And that lake view was fan-tas-tic!. Thank you for the wonderful memories! Mary M and family!
This is our family’s annual Christmas weekend, and boy, was this ever a Lovely rental property. Spotlessly clean, beautifully appointed, and easy to find. Couldn’t have been nicer! And that lake view was fan-tas-tic!. Thank you for the wonderful memories! Mary M and family!
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Gary T.
18 Aug 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
One of the best VRBO stays we experienced. Everything we needed, clean, and plenty of room. Gerri is an A+++ host. My family had a great time and my grandson caught his first ever fish. It doesn't get any better!!
One of the best VRBO stays we experienced. Everything we needed, clean, and plenty of room. Gerri is an A+++ host. My family had a great time and my grandson caught his first ever fish. It doesn't get any better!!
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Jason Z.
30 Sept 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
What a great stay! The house is spacious, comfortable and clean and had everything we needed. Great lake view/access and nice fire pit. Hosts Gerri and Bernie couldn't have been nicer. Perfect!
What a great stay! The house is spacious, comfortable and clean and had everything we needed. Great lake view/access and nice fire pit. Hosts Gerri and Bernie couldn't have been nicer. Perfect!
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Craig S.
9 Aug 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
House had everything we needed, was very clean, and had lots of space for everyone. Hosts were very kind, gracious and helpful. We had a wonderful time.
House had everything we needed, was very clean, and had lots of space for everyone. Hosts were very kind, gracious and helpful. We had a wonderful time.
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Mary H.
30 Jul 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Loved everything about this property. Perfect balance of private space with a large living room and kitchen for gathering together. Very clean and comfortable. Would highly recommend. Regret not booking through another day. Time spent with family goes too quickly.
Loved everything about this property. Perfect balance of private space with a large living room and kitchen for gathering together. Very clean and comfortable. Would highly recommend. Regret not booking through another day. Time spent with family goes too quickly.
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Kristy H.
19 Oct 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Very nice clean property. The sleeping arrangements were perfect for our 2 families which included 6 adults and 4 teens. We were in the area for a pheasant hunt, and the location was perfect, near the game farm. Loved the deck areas, and the view of the lake with the fall colors was beautiful. The downstairs family area was perfect for our kids to have their own space away from the adults. Kitchen was well stocked with all the necessities for cooking you would need and more. Host was very friendly and accommodating. Will definitely look to book again in the future.
Very nice clean property. The sleeping arrangements were perfect for our 2 families which included 6 adults and 4 teens. We were in the area for a pheasant hunt, and the location was perfect, near the game farm. Loved the deck areas, and the view of the lake with the fall colors was beautiful. The downstairs family area was perfect for our kids to have their own space away from the adults. Kitchen was well stocked with all the necessities for cooking you would need and more. Host was very friendly and accommodating. Will definitely look to book again in the future.
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Cory N.
22 Oct 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
We had a wonderful time at the lake house. So very clean. The owners were informative and easily contacted. Would definitely recommend.
We had a wonderful time at the lake house. So very clean. The owners were informative and easily contacted. Would definitely recommend.
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Renee E.
7 Jan 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
The house is clean, well supplied, roomy, and very accommodating for any size group. The owners are very pleasant and responsive to concerns or requests.
The house is clean, well supplied, roomy, and very accommodating for any size group. The owners are very pleasant and responsive to concerns or requests.
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Ruthann S.
6 Oct 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
I have stayed in many excellent and upscale VRBO properties . This cabin was the cleanest - absolutely spotless ! Everything was beautifully and meticulously organized and so well equipped ! The owners were a joy to work with ! I give this cabin and our experience staying there a 10 out of 10 - everything was PERFECT !!
I have stayed in many excellent and upscale VRBO properties . This cabin was the cleanest - absolutely spotless ! Everything was beautifully and meticulously organized and so well equipped ! The owners were a joy to work with ! I give this cabin and our experience staying there a 10 out of 10 - everything was PERFECT !!
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Susan R.
7 Sept 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Very nice! Clean and comfortable.
Very nice! Clean and comfortable.
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Rooms
Rooms and common areas are spacious, comfortable, and well furnished, with layouts that work well for families and groups. Having three full bathrooms and good gathering spaces is a recurring plus.
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Laurie F.
21 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We (a small group of women friends) absolutely loved Mia's Black Dog Lodge for our annual spring girlfriend's getaway. It was super clean, comfortable, wonderfully furnished and decorated, and had everything we needed. A beautiful spot and convenient to town. We will return!
We (a small group of women friends) absolutely loved Mia's Black Dog Lodge for our annual spring girlfriend's getaway. It was super clean, comfortable, wonderfully furnished and decorated, and had everything we needed. A beautiful spot and convenient to town. We will return!
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Daniel W.
27 Feb 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
We had a blast staying here for the American Birkebeiner 2023. We had racers, ski patrollers and kids staying here. It was the perfect family lodge getaway!
We had a blast staying here for the American Birkebeiner 2023. We had racers, ski patrollers and kids staying here. It was the perfect family lodge getaway!
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Jason Z.
30 Sept 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
What a great stay! The house is spacious, comfortable and clean and had everything we needed. Great lake view/access and nice fire pit. Hosts Gerri and Bernie couldn't have been nicer. Perfect!
What a great stay! The house is spacious, comfortable and clean and had everything we needed. Great lake view/access and nice fire pit. Hosts Gerri and Bernie couldn't have been nicer. Perfect!
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Craig S.
9 Aug 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
House had everything we needed, was very clean, and had lots of space for everyone. Hosts were very kind, gracious and helpful. We had a wonderful time.
House had everything we needed, was very clean, and had lots of space for everyone. Hosts were very kind, gracious and helpful. We had a wonderful time.
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Sheryl P.
3 Aug 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
We liked the cabin A LOT. Well furnished. Having 3 bathrooms was great. Fishing was ok. Despite sand bottom by shore, water was green and floating weeds so we weren’t in water as much would have liked. Very nice fire pit area. Hayward not too far away for family activities.
We liked the cabin A LOT. Well furnished. Having 3 bathrooms was great. Fishing was ok. Despite sand bottom by shore, water was green and floating weeds so we weren’t in water as much would have liked. Very nice fire pit area. Hayward not too far away for family activities.
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Yvonne S.
24 Jul 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
This was our 3rd year staying here. It’s perfect for our 2 families with plenty of space and things to do. The weather was perfect and the fishing fun. Lots of great memories made!
This was our 3rd year staying here. It’s perfect for our 2 families with plenty of space and things to do. The weather was perfect and the fishing fun. Lots of great memories made!
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Mary H.
30 Jul 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Loved everything about this property. Perfect balance of private space with a large living room and kitchen for gathering together. Very clean and comfortable. Would highly recommend. Regret not booking through another day. Time spent with family goes too quickly.
Loved everything about this property. Perfect balance of private space with a large living room and kitchen for gathering together. Very clean and comfortable. Would highly recommend. Regret not booking through another day. Time spent with family goes too quickly.
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Kristy H.
19 Oct 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Very nice clean property. The sleeping arrangements were perfect for our 2 families which included 6 adults and 4 teens. We were in the area for a pheasant hunt, and the location was perfect, near the game farm. Loved the deck areas, and the view of the lake with the fall colors was beautiful. The downstairs family area was perfect for our kids to have their own space away from the adults. Kitchen was well stocked with all the necessities for cooking you would need and more. Host was very friendly and accommodating. Will definitely look to book again in the future.
Very nice clean property. The sleeping arrangements were perfect for our 2 families which included 6 adults and 4 teens. We were in the area for a pheasant hunt, and the location was perfect, near the game farm. Loved the deck areas, and the view of the lake with the fall colors was beautiful. The downstairs family area was perfect for our kids to have their own space away from the adults. Kitchen was well stocked with all the necessities for cooking you would need and more. Host was very friendly and accommodating. Will definitely look to book again in the future.
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Renee E.
7 Jan 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
The house is clean, well supplied, roomy, and very accommodating for any size group. The owners are very pleasant and responsive to concerns or requests.
The house is clean, well supplied, roomy, and very accommodating for any size group. The owners are very pleasant and responsive to concerns or requests.
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Melissa M.
14 Aug 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Our family spent a long weekend at this lake home. Great gathering space in the main room and the kitchen was easy to use for getting big meals done. Bedrooms were all nicely set up. And having three full bathrooms was awesome. Communication with the owners was easy and they were very responsive. Nice lake with a good balance of peaceful quiet and active lake life. Note for those with a physical restriction, there are a lot of stairs you’ll need to manage to get down to the lake front and back up to the house. Yard space for setting up games like cornhole is a bit limited, but we made it work. Overall we had a wonderful time around the bonfire and would recommend for large groups.
Our family spent a long weekend at this lake home. Great gathering space in the main room and the kitchen was easy to use for getting big meals done. Bedrooms were all nicely set up. And having three full bathrooms was awesome. Communication with the owners was easy and they were very responsive. Nice lake with a good balance of peaceful quiet and active lake life. Note for those with a physical restriction, there are a lot of stairs you’ll need to manage to get down to the lake front and back up to the house. Yard space for setting up games like cornhole is a bit limited, but we made it work. Overall we had a wonderful time around the bonfire and would recommend for large groups.
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Service
Hosts Gerri and Bernie are frequently praised as friendly, responsive, and accommodating, with clear communication. They checked in during a power outage and were flexible and helpful with special requests.
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Molly L.
20 Sept 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Great place, accurate listing, flexible hosts. Thank you!
Great place, accurate listing, flexible hosts. Thank you!
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Gary T.
18 Aug 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
One of the best VRBO stays we experienced. Everything we needed, clean, and plenty of room. Gerri is an A+++ host. My family had a great time and my grandson caught his first ever fish. It doesn't get any better!!
One of the best VRBO stays we experienced. Everything we needed, clean, and plenty of room. Gerri is an A+++ host. My family had a great time and my grandson caught his first ever fish. It doesn't get any better!!
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Jason Z.
30 Sept 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
What a great stay! The house is spacious, comfortable and clean and had everything we needed. Great lake view/access and nice fire pit. Hosts Gerri and Bernie couldn't have been nicer. Perfect!
What a great stay! The house is spacious, comfortable and clean and had everything we needed. Great lake view/access and nice fire pit. Hosts Gerri and Bernie couldn't have been nicer. Perfect!
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dean z.
22 Feb 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Stayed with a group of friends for a ice fishing/snowmobile trip. Although there was not enough snow to ride we had fun ice fishing on the lake and another lake nearby. Very fun getaway. House was very clean and organized. Great communication from owners. Will definitely be back!
Stayed with a group of friends for a ice fishing/snowmobile trip. Although there was not enough snow to ride we had fun ice fishing on the lake and another lake nearby. Very fun getaway. House was very clean and organized. Great communication from owners. Will definitely be back!
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Melissa D.
5 Sept 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
We had a great family getaway at the end of summer. We enjoyed kayaking and as well as relaxing in the house. A crazy summer storm went through the area and the power was knocked out for several hours. Gerri checked in on us via text after the power went out—that was really thoughtful.
We had a great family getaway at the end of summer. We enjoyed kayaking and as well as relaxing in the house. A crazy summer storm went through the area and the power was knocked out for several hours. Gerri checked in on us via text after the power went out—that was really thoughtful.
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Rhonda G.
8 Feb 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
We had snowmobile trailers and from pics on Vrbo you really could not see parking. Well Gerri took care of that problem and all was good. We snowmobiled out from cabin and had a great time. The cabin was very clean and was stocked well with household items. Thank you Gerri and Berni, it was fun!!
We had snowmobile trailers and from pics on Vrbo you really could not see parking. Well Gerri took care of that problem and all was good. We snowmobiled out from cabin and had a great time. The cabin was very clean and was stocked well with household items. Thank you Gerri and Berni, it was fun!!
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Kristy H.
19 Oct 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Very nice clean property. The sleeping arrangements were perfect for our 2 families which included 6 adults and 4 teens. We were in the area for a pheasant hunt, and the location was perfect, near the game farm. Loved the deck areas, and the view of the lake with the fall colors was beautiful. The downstairs family area was perfect for our kids to have their own space away from the adults. Kitchen was well stocked with all the necessities for cooking you would need and more. Host was very friendly and accommodating. Will definitely look to book again in the future.
Very nice clean property. The sleeping arrangements were perfect for our 2 families which included 6 adults and 4 teens. We were in the area for a pheasant hunt, and the location was perfect, near the game farm. Loved the deck areas, and the view of the lake with the fall colors was beautiful. The downstairs family area was perfect for our kids to have their own space away from the adults. Kitchen was well stocked with all the necessities for cooking you would need and more. Host was very friendly and accommodating. Will definitely look to book again in the future.
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Christa A.
13 Jul 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
This was our second stay here & it was fabulous! The cleanliness of the home makes it a winner for me, along with the location, and being dog friendly. Bernie and Gerri are wonderful property managers & really take care of their guests. This spot has a special little place in our hearts!
This was our second stay here & it was fabulous! The cleanliness of the home makes it a winner for me, along with the location, and being dog friendly. Bernie and Gerri are wonderful property managers & really take care of their guests. This spot has a special little place in our hearts!
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Cory N.
22 Oct 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
We had a wonderful time at the lake house. So very clean. The owners were informative and easily contacted. Would definitely recommend.
We had a wonderful time at the lake house. So very clean. The owners were informative and easily contacted. Would definitely recommend.
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Melissa M.
14 Aug 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Our family spent a long weekend at this lake home. Great gathering space in the main room and the kitchen was easy to use for getting big meals done. Bedrooms were all nicely set up. And having three full bathrooms was awesome. Communication with the owners was easy and they were very responsive. Nice lake with a good balance of peaceful quiet and active lake life. Note for those with a physical restriction, there are a lot of stairs you’ll need to manage to get down to the lake front and back up to the house. Yard space for setting up games like cornhole is a bit limited, but we made it work. Overall we had a wonderful time around the bonfire and would recommend for large groups.
Our family spent a long weekend at this lake home. Great gathering space in the main room and the kitchen was easy to use for getting big meals done. Bedrooms were all nicely set up. And having three full bathrooms was awesome. Communication with the owners was easy and they were very responsive. Nice lake with a good balance of peaceful quiet and active lake life. Note for those with a physical restriction, there are a lot of stairs you’ll need to manage to get down to the lake front and back up to the house. Yard space for setting up games like cornhole is a bit limited, but we made it work. Overall we had a wonderful time around the bonfire and would recommend for large groups.
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Location
Scenic lakeside setting with views and wildlife, plus convenient access to fishing. Several note it is not far from town or Hayward while still feeling secluded.
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Renee E.
14 Jun 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
It's a great place for a family vacation! The lake is beautiful, fishing and watersports are fun, and there's plenty of opportunity to relax in peace and quiet. Neighborhood deer and overhead eagle sightings were abundant, as well as the sounds of the loons. The owners are very responsive to any questions that may come up. We will definitely be visiting again!
It's a great place for a family vacation! The lake is beautiful, fishing and watersports are fun, and there's plenty of opportunity to relax in peace and quiet. Neighborhood deer and overhead eagle sightings were abundant, as well as the sounds of the loons. The owners are very responsive to any questions that may come up. We will definitely be visiting again!
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Laurie F.
21 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We (a small group of women friends) absolutely loved Mia's Black Dog Lodge for our annual spring girlfriend's getaway. It was super clean, comfortable, wonderfully furnished and decorated, and had everything we needed. A beautiful spot and convenient to town. We will return!
We (a small group of women friends) absolutely loved Mia's Black Dog Lodge for our annual spring girlfriend's getaway. It was super clean, comfortable, wonderfully furnished and decorated, and had everything we needed. A beautiful spot and convenient to town. We will return!
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Judy C.
27 Jul 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
We had a very nice week at Mia’s Black Dog Lodge. Everything about the house was top notch. Seeing many eagles around the lake was a huge bonus! One even landed in a tree next to the dock. Fishing from the dock was great for the little ones. Unfortunately the algae prevented us from getting into the water. This is a wonderful location and the lake is beautiful.
We had a very nice week at Mia’s Black Dog Lodge. Everything about the house was top notch. Seeing many eagles around the lake was a huge bonus! One even landed in a tree next to the dock. Fishing from the dock was great for the little ones. Unfortunately the algae prevented us from getting into the water. This is a wonderful location and the lake is beautiful.
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Jason Z.
30 Sept 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
What a great stay! The house is spacious, comfortable and clean and had everything we needed. Great lake view/access and nice fire pit. Hosts Gerri and Bernie couldn't have been nicer. Perfect!
What a great stay! The house is spacious, comfortable and clean and had everything we needed. Great lake view/access and nice fire pit. Hosts Gerri and Bernie couldn't have been nicer. Perfect!
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Ann O.
31 May 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
We are grateful for the beautiful home and accommodations this week--our annual family get away. Good fishing off the dock and on the lake, quiet mornings with coffee and babies on the deck overlooking Big Chetac. Such a blessing to be here--clean and well-kept. Thank you for sharing your lovely home.
We are grateful for the beautiful home and accommodations this week--our annual family get away. Good fishing off the dock and on the lake, quiet mornings with coffee and babies on the deck overlooking Big Chetac. Such a blessing to be here--clean and well-kept. Thank you for sharing your lovely home.
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Sheryl P.
3 Aug 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
We liked the cabin A LOT. Well furnished. Having 3 bathrooms was great. Fishing was ok. Despite sand bottom by shore, water was green and floating weeds so we weren’t in water as much would have liked. Very nice fire pit area. Hayward not too far away for family activities.
We liked the cabin A LOT. Well furnished. Having 3 bathrooms was great. Fishing was ok. Despite sand bottom by shore, water was green and floating weeds so we weren’t in water as much would have liked. Very nice fire pit area. Hayward not too far away for family activities.
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Becky B.
14 Jul 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Enjoyed our stay …. very clean home with everything you might need to make meals and enjoy time spent together with family. Hosts were extremely responsive. Even got to see some uninvited guests … loons, deer, fawn and muskrats swimming in the lake. Would definitely stay again!
Enjoyed our stay …. very clean home with everything you might need to make meals and enjoy time spent together with family. Hosts were extremely responsive. Even got to see some uninvited guests … loons, deer, fawn and muskrats swimming in the lake. Would definitely stay again!
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Kristy H.
19 Oct 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Very nice clean property. The sleeping arrangements were perfect for our 2 families which included 6 adults and 4 teens. We were in the area for a pheasant hunt, and the location was perfect, near the game farm. Loved the deck areas, and the view of the lake with the fall colors was beautiful. The downstairs family area was perfect for our kids to have their own space away from the adults. Kitchen was well stocked with all the necessities for cooking you would need and more. Host was very friendly and accommodating. Will definitely look to book again in the future.
Very nice clean property. The sleeping arrangements were perfect for our 2 families which included 6 adults and 4 teens. We were in the area for a pheasant hunt, and the location was perfect, near the game farm. Loved the deck areas, and the view of the lake with the fall colors was beautiful. The downstairs family area was perfect for our kids to have their own space away from the adults. Kitchen was well stocked with all the necessities for cooking you would need and more. Host was very friendly and accommodating. Will definitely look to book again in the future.
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Fred S.
18 May 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
The place looked even better than the pictures on VRBO. Located on a dead end road to add to the peaceful seclusion of the property. Of course the fishing on Big Chetac is always great. We will definitely be staying here again.
The place looked even better than the pictures on VRBO. Located on a dead end road to add to the peaceful seclusion of the property. Of course the fishing on Big Chetac is always great. We will definitely be staying here again.
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Melissa M.
14 Aug 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Our family spent a long weekend at this lake home. Great gathering space in the main room and the kitchen was easy to use for getting big meals done. Bedrooms were all nicely set up. And having three full bathrooms was awesome. Communication with the owners was easy and they were very responsive. Nice lake with a good balance of peaceful quiet and active lake life. Note for those with a physical restriction, there are a lot of stairs you’ll need to manage to get down to the lake front and back up to the house. Yard space for setting up games like cornhole is a bit limited, but we made it work. Overall we had a wonderful time around the bonfire and would recommend for large groups.
Our family spent a long weekend at this lake home. Great gathering space in the main room and the kitchen was easy to use for getting big meals done. Bedrooms were all nicely set up. And having three full bathrooms was awesome. Communication with the owners was easy and they were very responsive. Nice lake with a good balance of peaceful quiet and active lake life. Note for those with a physical restriction, there are a lot of stairs you’ll need to manage to get down to the lake front and back up to the house. Yard space for setting up games like cornhole is a bit limited, but we made it work. Overall we had a wonderful time around the bonfire and would recommend for large groups.
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Alexey Z.
20 Jan 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
My second time here for Christmas in 4 years! Awesome cabin, very clean and pretty, great location, quiet, beautiful.
My second time here for Christmas in 4 years! Awesome cabin, very clean and pretty, great location, quiet, beautiful.
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Kristy H.
19 Oct 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Very nice clean property. The sleeping arrangements were perfect for our 2 families which included 6 adults and 4 teens. We were in the area for a pheasant hunt, and the location was perfect, near the game farm. Loved the deck areas, and the view of the lake with the fall colors was beautiful. The downstairs family area was perfect for our kids to have their own space away from the adults. Kitchen was well stocked with all the necessities for cooking you would need and more. Host was very friendly and accommodating. Will definitely look to book again in the future.
Very nice clean property. The sleeping arrangements were perfect for our 2 families which included 6 adults and 4 teens. We were in the area for a pheasant hunt, and the location was perfect, near the game farm. Loved the deck areas, and the view of the lake with the fall colors was beautiful. The downstairs family area was perfect for our kids to have their own space away from the adults. Kitchen was well stocked with all the necessities for cooking you would need and more. Host was very friendly and accommodating. Will definitely look to book again in the future.
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Jason Z.
30 Sept 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
What a great stay! The house is spacious, comfortable and clean and had everything we needed. Great lake view/access and nice fire pit. Hosts Gerri and Bernie couldn't have been nicer. Perfect!
What a great stay! The house is spacious, comfortable and clean and had everything we needed. Great lake view/access and nice fire pit. Hosts Gerri and Bernie couldn't have been nicer. Perfect!
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Laura S.
10 Sept 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Mia's Black Dog Lodge was as described. The home held all we needed for a comfortable stay. Thank-you.
Mia's Black Dog Lodge was as described. The home held all we needed for a comfortable stay. Thank-you.
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Susan R.
7 Sept 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Very nice! Clean and comfortable.
Very nice! Clean and comfortable.
FAQs about Mia's Black Dog Lodge on beautiful Big Lake Chetac
Is parking available at the property?
Parking is available on-site. Guests can enjoy the convenience of private parking without the need for a reservation.
Is breakfast offered at the property?
Breakfast is not provided at the property. Guests are encouraged to bring their own food and beverages, as Wisconsin law prohibits hosts from supplying any food items.
Does the property allow pets?
Pets are allowed, with a limit of 2 pre-approved dogs. A pet agreement and fee are required.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is at 16:00 and check-out is at 10:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property has step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities, including public areas and bathrooms. However, there are upper floors accessible only by stairs.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The chalet is located on the waterfront in Birchwood, Wisconsin, overlooking Lake Chetac. It is close to outdoor activities such as cross-country skiing and snowmobiling, and nearby amenities include mini-markets, gas stations, and restaurants.
Is there a swimming pool at the property?
There is no swimming pool at the property. However, guests can enjoy swimming in the lake, which has a sandy bottom.
What are the policies regarding children staying at the property?
Children are permitted at the property, and guests can bring children aged 0-17. Baby gates, a pack and play, and a high chair are provided for convenience.
Are extra beds or cribs available at the property?
The property does not provide extra beds or cribs. Guests should plan accordingly for their sleeping arrangements.
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