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Renovated Historic Church Along Namekagon River!

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TV, books
Fridge, stovetop, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils
Exterior
Fridge, stovetop, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101348 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Hayward, Wisconsin
  • Nelson Lake
    12 min drive
  • American Birkebeiner Trail
    12 min drive
  • Round Lake
    17 min drive
  • Hayward, WI (HYR-Sawyer County)
    13 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Hayward

When you stay at this vacation home in Hayward, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of The Book House and Forest Lodge Library. .This vacation home is 5.6 mi (9 km) from American Birkebeiner Trail and 6.9 mi (11.1 km) from Nelson Lake.

What's nearby

  • Nelson Lake - 12 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • American Birkebeiner Trail - 12 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Hayward Lake - 15 min drive - 11.0 miles
  • Round Lake - 17 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • Sevenwinds Casino - 23 min drive - 15.5 miles

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sawmill Saloon - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Twin Lakes Tap - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Blackiron Bar and Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Wayside Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tavern At White Stag F - ‬16 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.

Renovated Historic Church Along Namekagon River!

You'll get more than your typical Sunday service when you book this renovated church vacation rental! The 1940s pews have been replaced with a fully updated interior complete with 2 bedrooms + loft, 1.5 bathrooms, a full kitchen, and a cozy living space brimming with the comforts of home. Outdoor lovers will fall in love with all there is to do in the Hayward and Cable area including cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, mountain biking, and fishing at Silverthorn Lake Park just a few blocks away.

-- THE PROPERTY --

All-Seasons Retreat | Kayak, Bike, Canoe, Fish, Ski | Original Church Touches | ~10 Mi to Town

Discover the best of northern Wisconsin when you book this unique retreat for your next small-town getaway — offering easy access to all things that outdoor lovers will love!

Bedroom 1: Full Bed | Bedroom 2: Full Bed | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa | Additional Sleeping: Full Mattress, 2 Twin Mattresses

OUTDOOR LIVING: Indoor basement bike storage/shop area, wooded views, deck, charcoal grill, ski wax bench, fire pit (wood not provided), open yard, cemetery on-site, Namekagon River access (steps away), snowmobile & ATV trail access
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, dining table, original wood flooring, ceiling fans, board games, books
KITCHEN: Well-equipped, bar seating, microwave, drip coffee maker, toaster, tea kettle, cooking basics, dishware & flatware
GENERAL: Free WiFi, central heating & air conditioning, washer & dryer, linens & towels, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer
FAQ: Step-free entry, wheelchair ramp, 1st-floor bedroom & bathroom, pet fee (paid pre-trip, max 2)
PARKING: Driveway (8 vehicles), RV/snowmobile/ATV trailer parking

-- THE LOCATION --

HAYWARD: Tremblay's Sweet Shop (9.9 miles), Out of the Woods Winery (10.0 miles), Main Street Hayward (10.1 miles), Angry Minnow Brewery (10.2 miles), Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame (10.4 miles), shops, restaurants, bars, local events
CABLE: Sawmill Saloon (0.1 miles), Mooselips Java Joint (0.2 miles), The Portage (7.3 miles), The Rivers Eatery @ The Ideal Market (7.4 miles), Velō Cafe (7.5 miles), Brick House Cafe & Catering (7.5 miles), Cable Natural History Museum (7.5 miles)
OUTDOORS: Namekagon River (on-site), Silverthorn Lake Park - swimming beach & pickle ball courts (1.1 miles), Seely Ski Trailhead - dog friendly (1.3 miles), Birkie Ridge Trailhead (2.6 miles), Highway OO Trailhead (3.4 miles), Gravel Pit Trailhead (7.2 miles), Hayward City Beach (10.7 miles), Big Fish Golf Club (10.8 miles), Birkie Trail (11.3 miles), Kissick Alkaline Bog Lake (12.6 miles), Round Lake (17.5 miles), mountain & gravel biking, cross-country skiing, fat biking, kayaking, paddleboarding, canoeing, fishing, snowmobiling, ATVing, hiking
CASINOS: Sevenwinds Casino, Lodge & Conference Center (9.9 miles), Grindstone Creek Casino (13.5 miles), St. Croix Casino Hertel (53.4 miles)
AIRPORTS: Sawyer County Airport (9.3 miles), Duluth International Airport (80.4 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $20 fee (+ fees & taxes, max 2)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This property sleeps 4 guests in 2 beds and 2 guests on the sleeper sofa, with room for 10 total by using the full mattress and the 2 twin mattresses
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and a stovetop. There's a private patio. Conveniences include a desk and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,348 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

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Renovated Historic Church Along Namekagon River! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 19 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gina P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful space
Such a cool place to stay! Great bike trails too. We had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tresa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great first experience!
Loved the refurbished church, located near the river for our first fishing experience in a river. Location was close to many restaurants and Jack’s canoe/kayaking(another first)
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dane L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing trip
My family absolutely loves staying at the Chapel. This was a return trip for us and we plan to stay at this property every summer. Love it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Place!!
It was exactly as described. Very clean and super easy to check in and out of. Will revisit again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birkie Fever
We stayed here for the Birkie events. Awesome location, clean, easy check in, everything we needed! Pretty sure this property used to be Riverbrook ski shop and is iconic!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Linda C., Arlington Heights, Il

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique
Very unique property. Easy check in and out, clear instructions with the management. Good location close to Hayward and Cable. The house had what we needed for a quick trip. Right next to a good restaurant, fish fry was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dane L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic experience
Really enjoyed the property. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful old church
Place was great! Lots of room, very well kept!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryan J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot for activities
Great home base to start bicycling for all different types of terrain. The place had large open gathering room to relax and enjoy everyone's company.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenn and Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic location and awesome downstairs wax set up
Perfect for any skier or biker
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

jim a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place. Very impressive. Would definitely stay there again
!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erik P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fatbike outing
Yearly get away, perfect location for what we're doing. We'll be staying again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bridget P.

Liked: Cleanliness
New year’s celebration
It was super quaint! Had 2 families and the kids loved sharing the loft! Wonderful location near snowmobile trails and skiing. Did tons of outdoor stuff and kids want to come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little church
We loved the stay. Great location and so many things to do near by! Loved having the washer and dryer in the basement. It suited our needs exactly
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

kelly o.

Liked: Cleanliness
Memorial Weekend Away
Perfect communal space for siblings, cousins, in-laws to eat food, play games, laugh and enjoy access to the amazing trail system in the area. Can’t wait to come back again!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian K., Waukee, Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely delightful stay !
Perfect location, incredible property, and phenomenal owner. Top notch communication and exactly as described. 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022