The North Star House
Ashland, WI, United States
Family vacations should feel like vacations—not like packing your entire house! Designed for families (and dogs!) so you can pack less and enjoy more. • Sleeps 7: King, 2 Fulls + sleeper sofa • Playroom, games & books • Fire pit + s’mores supplies • Outdoor movie setup • Stocked kitchen + coffee • Beach towels & essentials • Dog bowls, towels & toys Walk to Lake Superior, beaches, coffee & downtown Ashland. Easy trips to Bayfield + Apostle Islands. Top 5% + Guest Favorite!
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The Northern Retreat – Ashland, WI Your cozy getaway on Lake Superior, walking distance to shops, trails, and the beach. ⸻ Welcome to The Northern Retreat — a newly renovated home in Ashland, steps from Lake Superior. Tucked away for peace and quiet, yet close to downtown, it’s the perfect base for exploring Chequamegon Bay, Bayfield, and the Northwoods. Ideal for families, friends, and pets, the home blends comfort, style, and local charm. Perfect Stop on the Lake Superior Circle Tour. 📍 Location Highlights • 2 min walk – The Black Cat Coffee Shop • 2 min walk – Corridor Trail (62-mile railbed trail from Ashland to Superior) • 10 min walk – Food Co-Op • 4 min drive – Chequamegon Bay Golf Course • Walking distance – Restaurants, beaches, and boat landings on Lake Superior • <1 mile – Grocery store, liquor store, gas station • 30 min drive – Bayfield • 1.5 hr drive – Duluth Canal Park & Bayfront Festival Park • 3.5 hr drive – Twin Cities 🛏 Where You’ll Sleep Upstairs Bedrooms • Bedroom 1: King bed, ceiling fan, workstation, blackout shades, master closet with luggage rack, and pack-n-play. • Bedroom 2: Two Full beds, ceiling fan, blackout shades, closet with kids’ games, luggage rack, plus a loveseat that pulls out to a Full bed. 🐾 Pet-Friendly We welcome up to 2 dogs ($75 per stay). Please add pets when booking so the fee is included. Want to bring more than 2? Send us a message — we may approve on a case-by-case basis. We also provide dog blankets, bowls, and toys for use during your stay (please leave these at the house). 🚗 Parking • Driveway space for 2 vehicles + 1 boat • Plenty of free street parking available Details to Note • Private patio with firepit • Fully stocked kitchen with coffee, hot chocolate & apple cider for the Keurig • Cozy board games and cards for family nights in • Consistently 5-star rated for cleanliness, comfort & location • Local guidebook curated by your hometown Ashland host
Other Details to Note
• Walking distance to Lake Superior, beach, trails, shops & restaurants • Private patio with fire pit • Dog-friendly: blanket, towels, bowls & toys provided • Board games & cozy night-in options • Coffee, hot chocolate & apple cider stocked • Local guidebook curated by your hometown Ashland host • Consistently 5-star rated for comfort, style & location Air Conditioning window units are seasonal.
What this place offers
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- Dedicated workspace
- TV
- Washing Machine
- Wifi
Kitchen and dining
- Baking sheet
- Barbecue utensils
- Blender
- Coffee
- Coffee maker
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Hot water kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
- Wine glasses
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Body soap
- Conditioner
- Hot Water
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Shower gel
- Slippers
- Walk-in shower
What this place offers
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- Dedicated workspace
- TV
- Washing Machine
- Wifi
Kitchen and dining
- Baking sheet
- Barbecue utensils
- Blender
- Coffee
- Coffee maker
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Hot water kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
- Wine glasses
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Body soap
- Conditioner
- Hot Water
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Shower gel
- Slippers
- Walk-in shower
Outdoors
- BBQ
- Beach essentials Beach towels, umbrella, beach blanket, snorkeling gear
- Fire pit
- Outdoor seating
- Patio
Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Extra pillows and blankets
- Hangers
- Iron
- Room-darkening shades
- Clothing storage
Family
- Board games
- Children's books and toys
- Children's tableware
- Outlet covers
- Playroom
- Travel crib
Entertainment
- Books
- Home theater
- Life-size games
Home safety
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Smoke detector
Heating and cooling
- Ceiling fan
Parking and facilities
- Free parking on premises
- Private living room
- Free street parking
Location features
- Laundromat nearby
- Private entrance Separate street or building entrance
Services
- Long term stays allowed Allow stay for 28 days or more
- Luggage dropoff allowed For guests' convenience when they have early arrival or late departure
Luxury Amenities
- Projector and screen
Accessibility and Availability
Neighborhood
Leave the car behind and explore Ashland on foot! Lake Superior, downtown, coffee shops, restaurants, parks and local beaches are all within walking distance of the house. You can even see Lake Superior just down the street from our front steps. Our quiet, residential neighborhood is lined with mature trees and historic homes, with the Ashland Police Department located directly across the street. When you're ready to explore farther, Bayfield and the Apostle Islands are an easy day trip away. Lake Superior + downtown right outside your door.
Guest Access
Guests have full access to the entire home and property, including both bathrooms, laundry, the fully equipped kitchen, private backyard, and fire pit. Make yourself at home and enjoy every space during your stay.
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Ashland, WI, United States
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