The Musky Cottage

*We are no longer offering our outback motors for the boats as of summer 2026*

Welcome to the new year-round lakefront Musky Cottage at Timberlane Resort in Eagle River, Wisconsin. A private enclave of luxury lakefront cottages set on pristine crystal-clear Meta Lake. For generations, guests return year after year to savor our impeccable setting, timeless beauty, and spectacular sunsets. Our goal is to provide first class luxury accommodations, outstanding service, and amenities, all in an extraordinary setting that personifies the beauty of the Northwood’s. We are minutes from downtown Eagle River.

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Guest Comments:
Stunning…….. A Slice of Heaven……..Our Favorite Place……….You’ve Thought of Everything……. First Class……The Perfect Place For Our Entire Family………So Very Beautiful…..See You Next Year……..

Create lifelong memories at this beautiful property. With western exposure the sunsets are stunning and star gazing by the fire is simply extraordinary. Our expansive level shoreline, incredible play yard and wonderful sand beach are perfect for all ages. You won’t find better swimming. The lake is ideal for all water sports year round. Fishing for all species is outstanding. Whether fishing, boating, water skiing, swimming, or just relaxing by the lake, you’ll love every minute. Amenities include a great sand beach, swim raft, water slide, Lily float mat, incredible lakeside fire pit, free firewood, custom hammocks, lounge chairs, outdoor dining, Weber gas grill, stand up boards, kayaks, huge play yard, outdoor tournament ping pong, horseshoes, corn hole toss game, a private dock, john boat with oars, fish cleaning shack and so much more. Marvel at the incredible wildlife including bald eagles (the highest concentration in the state), deer, loons, otter, fox, and geese.

Set among towering pine trees, the Musky Cottage is a new custom-built four-season waterfront home. The Musky Cottage is the epitome of luxury, comfort and Northwoods lake living! It features central air and heat.

The Musky Cottage was carefully designed and meticulously decorated to provide a warm, inviting space for your family and friends. The spacious Northwoods interior provides a lakeside living room and gorgeous stone fireplace. The open concept kitchen, dining and living room is blanketed in natural light, illuminating the locally milled pine shiplap interior. The lake views are wonderful. New stainless-steel appliances include a full-size refrigerator, microwave, disposal, automatic dishwasher and natural gas range. The fully stocked locally crafted kitchen cabinets are a dream-come-true for home cooks. The incredible screened porch offers a shaded haven to be enjoyed throughout the day. The porch includes beautiful wicker chairs and a wrought iron dining table, as well as gracious seating areas to relax and enjoy.

The Musky Cottage has three bedrooms and one full bathroom and comfortably sleeps 8. Bedrooms 1 and 2 have queen beds. Bedroom 3 has a double bed. There is also a comfortable sleep sofa and a washer/dryer. Linens and towels are provided for your use.

The Musky Cottage is surrounded by natural beauty year-round. Our community has over 2,000 glacially created lakes, 72 crystal clear rivers and streams, millions of acres of pristine public forests, and unique villages and townships. Enjoy year-round trails in the heart of our forests, from hiking, jogging, and biking to winter sports. The fall colors are simply inspiring. Held each October, the Cranberry Festival is famous for its hospitality, entertainment, food, arts, crafts and events. The winter beauty is stunning and there are lots of recreational activities.

Located just a short drive from downtown Eagle River, for convenient shopping, dining and entertainment, enjoy the privacy of your own cottage while still enjoying your local Northwoods destinations.

Come join us. You will fall in love.

The Musky Cottage comes with:

• Luxury lakefront accommodations including new Up North style furnishings, bedding and towels
• 3 bedrooms with new queen beds and furnishings
• 1 full size bathroom including a tub/shower
• Fully stocked gourmet kitchen with stainless steel natural gas range, automatic dishwasher, refrigerator w/ice maker, microwave
• Open concept floorplan with locally milled pine interior
• Natural gas stone fireplace
• Large lakefront screened porch
• Central air conditioning and heat
• Tankless hot water heater (you won’t run out of hot water).
• Wireless internet
• Crystal clear spring fed private lake

Amenities include:
• Complementary concierge service – We are local and here to please
• Your own boat dock and 14-foot boat and oars
• Gorgeous sand beach – swimming is perfect for all ages
• Expansive level shoreline with large play yard
• Your own fire pit and complementary firewood
• Your own custom hammock, wicker lounge and zero gravity chairs
• Your own picnic table and Weber grill
• Horseshoe pit and corn hole toss game
• Your own kayak and stand-up board
• Water slide, lily pad mat and swim raft
• Private boat landing
• Fully equipped fish cleaning shack –outstanding fishing for all species

Timberlane Resort consists of four cottages. If you would like more information on the other three, please use the VRBO listing numbers listed below.

Walleye Cottage- 1360920
Bass Cottage- 1277880
Perch Cottage-1846368

We look forward to seeing you. Let us know if we can be of further assistance. Enjoy your stay.