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Pet Friendly Spacious Home near Rib Mountain, Tubing Hill, & Downtown!

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Smart TV, stereo

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Wausau, WI
  • Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum
    4 min drive
  • Sylvan Tubing Hill
    4 min drive
  • Marathon County Historical Museums
    4 min drive
  • Wausau, WI (AUW-Wausau Downtown)
    11 min drive

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About the area

Wausau

With a stay at this vacation home, you'll be centrally located in Wausau, within a 15-minute drive of Granite Peak Ski Area and Wisconsin River. .This family-friendly vacation home is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Sylvan Tubing Hill and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum.

What's nearby

  • Sylvan Tubing Hill - 4 min drive
  • Marathon County Historical Museums - 4 min drive
  • Arts Block/Grand Theatre - 5 min drive
  • Aspirus Wausau Hospital - 10 min drive
  • Granite Peak Ski Area - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Mosinee, WI (CWA-Central Wisconsin) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪WOW Family Entertainment Center - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Red Eye Brewing Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Loading Zone The - ‬4 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.

Pet Friendly Spacious Home near Rib Mountain, Tubing Hill, & Downtown!

Summary: Grab your skis and hit the slopes! Our family-friendly home is located 14 minutes away from the Midwest’s LARGEST ski resort with over 60 runs on breathtaking Rib Mountain! Sylvan Hill offers a safer alternative with a snow tubing hill just 3 minutes from the home. Enjoy endless shopping in Wausau’s wide variety of shopping centers located throughout the city. Relish in the excellent fishing the Wisconsin River has to offer. Your most memorable family getaway is waiting!

Highlighted Amenities:
- We are pet friendly! A $30/night pet fee will be added.
- Fire pit with benches
- Snowmobile trails within riding distance
- Multiple living spaces ideal for groups
- Front deck overlooking yard
- Well-equipped kitchen with updated appliances
- Spacious living room with 60" 4K TV with Spectrum TV
- Fast WiFi! We have a 500mbps internet package from Spectrum providing fast internet for streaming, gaming, or working remotely
- Laundry room available to use
- Desk area for working remotely
- 2+ car garage free to use
- Charcoal grill (Please bring charcoal!)
- Down the road from Kwik Trip & Lambs grocery store
- 5 minute drive to downtown Wausau
- 12-14 minute drive to Rib Mountain/Granite Peak Ski Resort
- 3 minute drive to Sylvan Hill Tubing Park & hiking trails

Our home:
The 2800 sqft. home has 5 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms with all bedrooms located upstairs. These bedrooms have the coziest duvets, pillows, and mattresses so you can wake up well rested. Unwind on the covered front porch while enjoying your morning coffee or afternoon drink with friends and family. Watch the big game around the 60” 4K TV in the living room, or catch up with family in the cozy family room. The outfitted kitchen has nearly every tool you need to cook for the entire family to enjoy in the dining room adjacent to the kitchen. After a long day of skiing or fishing, hang up all your gear in our breezeway. Laundry machines are available for a mid-stay load of laundry. The 2 car garage is open for you to park your car out of the rain or snow. Exiting the driveway with a trailer is a breeze since our driveway exits on E. Wausau Ave to the north, and on Park Ave to the south.

What you will have access to:
You will have access to the main house on the property, and the 2-car attached garage. The breezeway located next to the garage has a smart lock that opens to the home. This smart lock contains the entry code provided in the check-in instructions to give access to the home. There is a spacious yard to the east of the home for yard games. Please respect our neighbors and stay within our property. This triplex has two friendly long-term renters in the rear building on the property. Their building is off limits to guests. They are friendly people who work full-time in Wausau. These tenants have their own parking spots.

Our contact with you:
Get a true taste of the city with our local recommendations! We are dedicated to providing an exceptional five-star stay that is personalized to the area. Ask us about exciting attractions and renowned dining spots. We are only a phone call away if there are any questions or issues with your stay.

The area & things to do:
Wausau is in the heart of Wisconsin's breathtaking landscape. Every season offers a delightful setting for all that Wausau has to offer for your getaway. Select from a variety of restaurants, shopping options, and attractions throughout the city in our guidebook provided.

Only a six-minute drive away, Downtown Wausau offers a wide selection of shopping, dining, and local events. The Wausau Woodchucks baseball stadium is three minutes away and has baseball games throughout the summer. A family-owned grocery store and a Kwik Trip is within a mile of the home.

Rib Mountain is 14 minutes away and has the largest ski resort in the Midwest with over 60 runs. This ski resort has modern ski lifts and facilities for the best winter sports experience. During the summer and fall, you can explore the many trails and overlooks around Rib Mountain. There is no better spot to look out over Wisconsin. In the fall, Rib Mountain offers ski lift rides for to see the best of the fall color.

Sylvan Hill Park is a local county park located only 3 minutes from the home. Sylvan Hill has a snow tubing hill with hill tows, miles of hiking and cross-country skiing, and mountain biking.

Parking & neighborhood: The house is located in a quiet and safe neighborhood with neighbors on either side of the property. There is a spacious yard to the left of the driveway. Ample parking allows for multiple families to come enjoy the area. You may use the 2 car garage for parking. The driveway stretches from E. Wausau Ave to Park Ave. So if you bring a trailer, you can pull straight through without backing out of the driveway.

Transportation options:
Uber and Lyft are available in Wausau as well as the Metro Ride bus system and local taxi cabs. Electric scooter companies typically have services. The snowmobile trail is within riding distance.

Central Wisconsin Airport (CWA), Wausau Downtown Airport (AUW), Merrill Municipal Airport (RRL), and Stevens Point Municipal Airport (STE) are all local airports and have Uber/Lyft available.

- This property has two friendly long-term renters in the separate rear building on the property. Their building is off limits to guests. They are friendly people who work full-time in Wausau. These tenants have their own parking spots.
- A $30/night charge will be added to your booking if you bring a pet. Guest must disclose to the host if they are bringing pets prior to check-in. No pets are allowed on beds or furniture. Please bring a bed for your pet.
- The fireplace in the family room is not operational due to insurance reasons.
- Check in time is 4:00 P.M. on the first day of the booking.
- Check-out time is 11:00 A.M. on the last day of the booking. Please follow the check-out instructions in your guidebook.
- Please refrain from using shoes/boots inside the home. Thank you!
- Please respect our neighbors and stay within our property. The property lines are marked in the photos.
-There are two long-term rentals in the rear building. Please do not enter this building.
-Parking for guests is located directly in front of the breezeway and 2 car garage, and inside the 2 car garage. Please allow space for cars to drive pass for exiting the driveway.
-Do not dispose grease down drains.
-Do not dispose anything but toilet paper in toilets.
- Guests are required to communicate with the host.
-Ensure all fires and grills are extinguished before vacating the property or going to bed.
- Only the number of people are allowed to stay at the lodge as accepted in the original booking.
- Events are not allowed on the property. Feel free to contact Ben for any questions.
- A maximum of 2 pets are allowed to stay at the house. Be sure to bring their own beds and toys. Any damages caused by pets will be charged back to your reservation. An initial $60/night charge will be added to your booking which will count for 2 nights of pet fees if you bring a pet. An additional $30/night will be added for each night past two nights in your booking. Pet fees are $30/night if you bring a pet. Guest must disclose to the host if they are bringing pets prior to check-in.
- Pets are *not* allowed on furniture or the beds.
- No smoking is allowed inside the home. Dispose any butts in a can or bottle.
- Quiet hours are between 9:00 P.M. and 10:00 A.M.. Please respect our neighbors!
- No fires in the fire pit should exceed 4' in height. Do not accelerate fires with gas/oil/etc.
- No parking on the grass.
- Most importantly, HAVE FUN! Please feel free to share any pictures of your stay with us. We may share them to our social media or our listing, with your permission.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a water park or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Ben

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max. 2 spaces)
  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Combined shower/bath
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 9 kg per pet)
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Golf privileges
  • Boating on site
  • Cycling on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Golf on site
  • Hiking nearby
  • Sledging nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Casino nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • Unit size: 2800 sq ft (260 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Access methods

Access code, smart lock

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

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
Long-term renters welcome
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

208952

Pet Friendly Spacious Home near Rib Mountain, Tubing Hill, & Downtown! Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 29 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian G., Birchwood, WI, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great weekend!
We really like staying here, as there are 8 of us. The bedrooms can accommodate us easily, and the living areas are spacious enough for us all. We had a couple of concerns which Ben addressed promptly; hopefully they won't recur, since he got involved and took care of them for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee Ann S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Feels like Home!
This beautiful country style home is spacious, clean and comfortable. From well stocked kitchen to comfortable beds to an amazing porch to gather in the late afternoon. Superb communication. Hope to stay again when curling takes us back to Wausau. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Character
Was a nice stay for 4 of us adults
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kareen D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house!
We stayed for a family reunion in Wausau. Great location and great house. It’s been nicely updated.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Family weekend in Wausau
Our family had a great long weekend in Wausau, which was made even better because of our stay at this spacious rental house! The accommodations were perfect for our large family and small dog. We will definitely stay again the next time we come to Wausau!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stevie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Stay
Great stay for the area. Plenty of space for our group. Nice accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

LeAnne A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and plenty of room for everyone
Great location, nice older home, but updated and comfortable, the beds were very comfortable, rooms were all spacious and HUGE closets. Enough bathrooms for everyone. Enjoyed having a family BBQ outside and close proximity to local attractions and grocery store.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elly M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends and cards!
This home has more than just curb appeal. The inside has ceiling beams, beautiful hardwood floors, and character. There were enough bed, all roomy and well appointed. Its location is truly ideal. Ben went out of his way to make sure we had the celebration we came for. 2-70th birthdays! Because our son lives and works in Wausau, we will use this property again. It was perfect!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brett F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring getaway
Host was very communicative about the overall process. House was clean, bedrooms clean, plenty of parking spots for all visitors. Highly recommend this spot especially for skiers.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Perfect Ski Weekend Getaway
This property exceeded our expectations. We loved the layout of the house, with two separate living/family areas. We never felt squished because there was always somewhere to hang out. The kitchen was well acquainted with anything you could possibly need. The bedrooms were exactly as shown online. The closets in the home were massive and there was ample storage space. We loved the back entrance room and the garage to store our ski equipment instead of leaving it in our cars. The dining room table was the perfect size for our group, as we enjoy playing cards after a long day of skiing. We had a minor issue with our entrance code and Ben was immediately able to assist us. We would definitely stay in the space again! Wausau is a gem of a Wisconsin town. Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madison L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family gathering.
Very clean, accommodating place to stay. Especially with large groups!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian G., Birchwood, WI, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Clean home, nice neighborhood, nearby to shopping and restaurants. Plenty of spacious bedrooms with king beds, well appointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leone D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girlfriend getaway
We had a very enjoyable stay. We loved the holiday decorations! Ben was a wonderful host and communication with him was great. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wausau weekend
Meet our space expectations for our group. Dining room furniture was sturdy for board games and meals. Nice quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful space for girls getaway
The house was perfect for 7 of us to get together. The bedrooms are all upstairs with two nice bathrooms. The beds were all comfortable and everything clean. Parking was easy and convenient and room for two cars in the garage. Ben made everything very easy and smooth. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Celebration
The house was perfect and well maintained. We really enjoyed sitting on the front porch and it was very conveniently located. Would definitely book another stay for future visits. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy P., Nixa, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a great time!
Our group had a great time. The layout of the house works well for a family get together with two nice living areas on each side of the kitchen. I spent many hours sitting on the porch enjoying the weather. Having all of the bedrooms upstairs was nice. The location is great too. Easy access to lots of fun in Wausau. Would stay again for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stuart S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Stay
We enjoyed the modernized Victorian. It was situated close enough to activity while gave us that country/mountain feel of peace and quiet. Ben did everything to insure we had an enjoyable stay. Beds were great with quality sheets. Bathrooms had all the amenities. Plenty of towels. We opted to eat out but nice to have a clean fridge for beverages. Television was in a comfy room and offered plenty of space for the 6 of us to view. The restaurant recommendations were 2/3 - We really enjoyed Lemon Grass and Tine & Cellar. Thank you for a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family get away
Had a long weekend with family. The house was perfect with a dining table that had room for all and the bedrooms were all perfect for adults! The neighbors were friendly and helpful and we found fun things to do in the area-hiking, golfing and boating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring Golf Outing in Wausau
The house was exactly as described. Fully equipped for our Ladies Spring Golf Outing get-together. Highly recommend for groups of 8. Great place for a gathering of friends & families. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judith H., Ashland, WI

Liked: Cleanliness
VRBO stay
Loved the house their was plenty of room. Very clean nice neighborhood. Great family outdoor park located on the river less than 5 minutes away. Host Ben kept in contact and he replied to my emails right away. Plan on staying there again in the near future. Middle of the state. Great 1/2 point to meet family who are coming from Milwaukee as we drive down from Northern WI. Hope next time we can stay a bit longer. Lots to do in Wausau.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan A., Minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Home!
Such a nice home in a great neighborhood! We had a girls weekend and enjoyed it so much! The home is beautiful, so many nice touches and décor throughout. 5 huge bedrooms, a fantastic dining room with very large table and comfortable furniture in living room. Good WIFI, excellent TV and streaming in Living Room. Kitchen has just about anything you would need. It's even nicer than it seems on the web, we were really impressed. Each bedroom has a large, comfortable bed (medium not too soft, but not too firm), nice linens, new comforters and all are spacious. Pillows are new and very thick - if you like a little flatter pillow, I suggest bringing your own, but the ones there are very high quality, just very thick. Bathrooms are all ample with nice hot showers, great water pressure. The location is not too far from downtown and there are several awesome restaurants and supper clubs in the area. To be honest, we ended up staying in and playing games, doing arts and crafts, and enjoying each other's company. Cooking is a breeze because the kitchen is so well equipped. There was nothing we needed that wasn't there. Even a large selection of Keurig type coffees and a regular coffee maker (bring your own grounds if you prefer that over the Keurig). Lots of spices and a small amount of Splenda was there as well. The owner is fantastic and couldn't have been nicer or more helpful throughout the process. I can't say enough, this home is just awesome, we will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Classic House, Lots of room
This property is an older house. It's obvious there are parts that are still a work in progress, but the places we hung out, living room, bedrooms, kitchen...we're all wonderful, clean and spacious. Garage parking is a bonus. Plus laundry!! Good location. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cory M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just as described
Matched the description perfectly. Plenty of room for 10 people (5 couples). Ben was a great communicator. Fun 3-day trip for Granite Peak!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad B., Wauwatosa, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Property
Overall experience was awesome. We had plenty of space, house was clean, and was 10 minutes from Granite Peak. Our families enjoyed our stay and will rent this property again if we come to the area. Thank you Ben for your communication and assistance from start to finish!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023