Stepaway Vacation Rentals - Carefree Creek Cabin
About this cabin rental
Enjoy your time just feet from the lake on the deck or in the enclosed porch. The home offers a great room with a knotty pine cathedral ceiling and a log staircase that goes up to a loft area that's an ideal place for unwinding from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Each of the 3 bedrooms along with the private loft are decorated in rustic design. Carefree Creek is a true Northwoods experience. The sandy frontage at Carefree Creek Cottage is absolutely gorgeous and perfect for swimming for the kids and the lakeside fire pit is a great place to gather at the end of a fun-filled day. There are 2 piers for docking your boats and for fishing off of. Little St. Germain Lake is a 986-acre lake with a maximum depth of 53 ft. It's known as a very good fishing lake and has good numbers of panfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, and musky.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
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Reasons to book
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Reviews
4.7/5.0
Outstanding(38 Reviews)
4.0
The cabin was clean and in a great location.
5.0
Great place to relax with family! Very clean and just a few steps to the lake. Kathy made everything easy for us.
4.0
Lake was beautiful! Cabin had everything we needed
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We loved staying at Carefree Creek! The house was exactly what we needed, Clean & plenty of living space and a great outdoor set up. The only thing I would say was the stairs to the loft were a tad narrow if you plan on using the loft as a bedroom. Also I loved how helpful the management was, we never needed them for anything but when I spoke with her she mentioned she was only a phone call away had we needed them. Plenty of parking for 3 trucks with trailers even though we had to get a little creative. Not many houses can accommodate that! Would stay here again if we book another lake cabin!
4.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Nice cottage, plenty of fish, plenty if wildlife. Nice powerboat lake, 2 docks fir fishing and swimming.
4.0
We enjoyed our stay and would certainly consider coming back. We loved our time on the lake and made amazing memories. The bathrooms are small and have very little water pressure but otherwise it’s a nice clean little cabin.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great weather and totally enjoyable experience.
5.0
great location, great cabin, great communication, had two trailers and it was a bit tight but very doable. Remember to bring your own towels.
5.0
would stay here again
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great cabin!
4.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We enjoyed the closeness of the cabin to the water as it is difficult for my wife to walk any distance. The cabin is cozy and you can see that the owners are trying to update areas that need it. We enjoyed the outdoor fire pit and marshmellow roasts and the great views of the lake!!!
5.0
Carefree Creek cabin was a great find for my family of four. Kathy, the host, was a great first contact. Right on the water with an amazing view, it includes a neat island close by that was very convenient to visit with the kayaks ‘hidden’ in the shed. Eagles/Ospreys overhead every day hunting for their meals while we enjoyed the mostly sandy space in the water between the two docks. An extremely clean, peaceful tiny creek is right next to the cabin and feeds into Little St. Germain Lake. Lots of natural light in the front to open it up quite a bit given the loft arrangement (which was great for our active son). Perhaps geared more toward the snowmobile set, in my opinion understated as a summer gem. My only complaint is that is does not offer internet/wifi. A bit of a mistake at this price point vs what we typically encounter renting in the area. Cellular data still not reliable enough at that location for someone who really needed it.
5.0
First time at Little St Germain Lake and we loved it. So many bays to explore. This house worked great for my family of 5 - super clean, beautiful views, comfortable furniture. We rented a gorgeous brand new pontoon boat from the property manager which was so handy as it was waiting for us at the dock. Great swim access, close to grocery and restaurants. Super helpful property manager. No wifi, which was a bummer, but blessing in disguise! A great week!!
5.0
The big pine by the lake had a resident eagle that “talked”to us. Didn’t have a nest there. Enjoyed fishing off the piers. Used the two kayaks tho we weren’t told about them ahead of time. Collected wood from the side of the roads and had great fires. Inside space big enuf for seven of us at some times. Could control the temp. Had two crock pots tho the info said none and we hauled one up there. Could use more small spoons. Didn’t have WIFI and that was a biggy. TV hard to understand. It was a great family reunion. .
5.0
Eagle View.
The big pine by the lake had a resident eagle that “talked”to us. Didn’t have a nest there. Enjoyed fishing off the piers. Used the two kayaks tho we weren’t told about them ahead of time. Collected wood from the side of the roads and had great fires. Inside space big enuf for seven of us at some times. Could control the temp. Had two crock pots tho the info said none and we hauled one up there. Could use more small spoons. Didn’t have WIFI and that was a biggy. TV hard to understand. It was a great family reunion. .
1.0
Property manager did not acknowledge our stay, did not send us the code or check in information.. zero stars on communication. I sent two messages and ended up sleeping in another cabin rented by some friends.
5.0
The home was exactly as shown on VBRO. Great location. Fifty feet from car. Fifty feet from piers. Pontoon was there ready for us. New neat boat with all extras. Excellent time. WIll be back in Spring
5.0
Fall fishing with famiy
The home was exactly as shown on VBRO. Great location. Fifty feet from car. Fifty feet from piers. Pontoon was there ready for us. New neat boat with all extras. Excellent time. WIll be back in Spring
5.0
Carefree Creek Cottage Comments
The property is in a good location on Little Lake St. Germain. Some of the furniture was different than pictured, but all in good condition. Few of the neighboring cottages were occupied so it was very quiet, which we appreciated. Everything was very clean.
Enjoyed our stay very much. The steps to the loft were very steep and it is totally open to the morning light, so no one wanted to sleep up there. However, there were enough bedroooms on the lower level for our family.
5.0
Couldn't ask for more
Our family really enjoyed staying at this property. The cabin itself was as described in the listing and the location was perfect. We also rented a boat while we were there and we loved that as well. It was so easy---we arrived and the boat was already sitting at the dock. We were amazed at how many deer we saw along the roads as well as the ones right in the neighborhood and behind the cabin. Lots of nature to enjoy here! The fire pit was perfect for roasting s'mores. I had a slight problem with the billing (my credit card payment) and Hiller was very understanding, nice, and patient about helping me fix the issue. Every person I talked to was friendly and professional. All in all this is somewhere we'd really like to come back to.
5.0
Beautiful cabin
We had a great time at this cabin. Loved being able to launch our boat right next to the cabin. Beautiful lake as well.
5.0
Cabin
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Have stayed there twice,really like being by the water,with a fantastic view of the lake.
5.0
Rating Details:The property manager was very helpful.The vacation rental was spotless.I was very happy with the location.I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.Reviewer Comments:Have stayed there twice,really like being by the water,with a fantastic view of the lake.
4.0
Property on Little Saint Germain
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
A very nice location on a pretty lake. We had a great time. We would come back.
4.0
Rating Details:The property manager was very helpful.The vacation rental was spotless.I was very happy with the location.I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.Reviewer Comments:A very nice location on a pretty lake. We had a great time. We would come back.
5.0
July Vacation
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a wonderful time. The fishing was good. Thank you!
5.0
Rating Details:The property manager was very helpful.The vacation rental was spotless.I was very happy with the location.I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.Reviewer Comments:We had a wonderful time. The fishing was good. Thank you!
5.0
Memorial Day Week-long Stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Let me start by saying we have rented this location multiple times and have never been disappointed. The Cabin is always clean and well maintained. New Kitchen table and chairs were a welcome addition as we are an adult group of 7, so seating is a must, especially around dinner time and nightly cards. Love the 2 docks and always are able to catch fish off the docks. Location is great, close to grocery store, restaurants and attractions. We will be back. Thanks for opening up your home for our family to enjoy.
5.0
Rating Details:The property manager was very helpful.The vacation rental was spotless.I was very happy with the location.I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.Reviewer Comments:Let me start by saying we have rented this location multiple times and have never been disappointed. The Cabin is always clean and well maintained. New Kitchen table and chairs were a welcome addition as we are an adult group of 7, so seating is a must, especially around dinner time and nightly cards. Love the 2 docks and always are able to catch fish off the docks. Location is great, close to grocery store, restaurants and attractions. We will be back. Thanks for opening up your home for our family to enjoy.
5.0
Great place to stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The cottage was clean and nicely decorated, giving a true Up-North feel. It's close to town but not too close. We really enjoyed watching from the kitchen table as the eagle who would perch in the pine tree in front of the house before launching after fish in the lake.
5.0
Rating Details:The property manager was very helpful.The vacation rental was spotless.I was more than happy with the location.I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.Reviewer Comments:The cottage was clean and nicely decorated, giving a true Up-North feel. It's close to town but not too close. We really enjoyed watching from the kitchen table as the eagle who would perch in the pine tree in front of the house before launching after fish in the lake.
5.0
Carefree Creek Weekend
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a great long weekend at this cozy waterfront cottage. We loved the lakeside fire pit! The cottage was spotless, tastefully decorated, and had everything we needed.
4.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Nice location.
4.0
Carefree creek vacation
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The water pressure in the shower off the master bedroom and the lack of hot water, was not good, there was plenty of hot water everywhere else just not in that shower. Also the outside garbage cans had not been emptiedthe prior week and were not clearly marked recyclable or garbage.
3.0
Good and not so good vacation home
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The Good: 10ft from the water...WOW, two docks to fish from.... awesome, comfortable for 6 of us to sleep. Kitchen is standard size. Window AC was installed. Folks next door were great. People from Hillers were nice to deal with. The not so good: Back shower valve needed repair and they knew it from prior reviews. Chairs in the front room need to be tossed, worn out cushions. Slider screen needed repair. Firepit area had room for 4 comfortably, very uneven. Six was difficult to fit around. Home needed a good powerwash. No dishwasher or food disposal...because of septic I guess. Window A/C installed now... small. Small fishing boat and motor not ready...had to call, was taken care right away. Very busy lake now with the PWC flying back and forth all day. Was $2600 a week and now $3400 in 2018?
4.0
Great rental property, plenty of room for the 5 of us
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Property was clean and comfortable, perfect location for snowmobiling. Would have been nice to have arrived to a warm cabin, and the sidewalk and deck shoveled. Also towels would have been nice for the cost of rental I don’t think it is asking to much to have towels provided.
4.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Our rental was easy to find, and had perfect access to the lake for snowmobiling. We loved that there were some movies and blankets included, but there was very limited toilet paper that sent us to the store after 24 hours. The water had an absolutely horrid smell- a cross between rotten eggs and 1000 pennies. The smaller bedroom has a metal bed frame that will keep you up all night if you or your partner moved around any- the loud squeaks were heard in the living room and upstairs. The access to the lake and trails make this home a winner for us, but I don’t know if we could look past the water smell to actually return to it.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Awesome stay, snowmobiles dream...trails and snow was great all month , we rented all month of january kept the sleds and trailer there all month .we would put the 4 sleds in garage when we would go home for a few days..carefree creek cottage was clean and really nice! Location was perfect for snowmobiling to go any direction... Great staff at Hiller pines vacation homes...took real good care of us all month..
5.0
Good Times ‘up north’
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Carefree Creek Cottage / great cabin, excellent location, awesome sights & experiences
5.0
A Week to Remember
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
My family enjoyed a lovely week at Carefree Creek Cottage. It was such a beautiful setting and the cottage itself was spacious and just as nice as the photos suggested. We would definitely return for another fall get-away.
FAQs
How much does this cabin cost compared to others in St Germain?
The average price for a rental in St Germain is $343 per night. This rental is $153 above the average.
Is parking included with this cabin?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Stepaway Vacation Rentals - Carefree Creek Cabin. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cabin?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cabin. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Stepaway Vacation Rentals - Carefree Creek Cabin pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cabin is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Stepaway Vacation Rentals - Carefree Creek Cabin?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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