Vacation rentals in Shantytown

Water Dragon Inn - Private & Serene Stone Cottage

Located on 5 private wooded acres on McDill Pond, our cottage offers a peaceful escape where you can relax and restore. This luxurious home features 3 bedrooms with their own bathrooms, a spacious kitchen and dining area including a standing counter that doubles as a workspace, a sunporch with views of the pond, and gorgeous accents like custom chandelier and tilework. The primary bedroom is an experience all its own with vaulted ceiling, gas fireplace, walk-out deck, and stunning spa bathroom.

River Road Peaceful Country Cottage

Our Cottage is secluded in the country near a river, with no other houses nearby, just Wildlife and peace and quiet. A Front porch for relaxing and a newer deck on the back for cooking out or watching the wildlife. The inside has just been completely updated, with a few original antique touches. Upstairs there are 3 bedrooms and a half bath, downstairs a master bedroom with bathroom, open concept living room kitchen area. And Main level laundry area. Ready for a long vacation or a quick getaway.

Shalom Retreat

Enjoy a stay in the cottage in the big woods! The lane leading to it winds a half mile back from the road. This place will be a highlight because of everything from the spacious yard surrounded with woods, kitchen fully stocked with dishes, open, cozy living room and cute bedrooms. It is a family friendly place including a Foosball table, board games and toys. Also has a picnic table and backyard fire pit (firewood included) or you can choose to grill your favorites on the covered back porch.

Whistling Pines

Get away from it all and relax with family or friends at Whistling Pines retreat. Watch wildlife from the window, take a walk through the woods, or watch a movie in the spacious family room. Stevens Point and Wausau are close by which offer shopping, dining, and so much more. Beautiful Granite Peak Ski Resort is located in Wausau. Bring your boat to Lake Dubay for a great day at the lake (rentals available onsite). Famous Plover River and Tomorrow River offer exceptional trout fishing nearby.

Tiny Town Bakery Flatlet

Ever wanted to see what goes on in a commercial bakery? Imagine waking to the aroma of baking bread and cinnamon rolls? Get a bird's eye view into the kitchen of the Village Hive Bakery Kitchen while staying in the newly renovated "flatlet". Salvaged & repurposed building supplies used to create a unique studio apartment above the bakery retail. Guests can enjoy the retail farmhouse table and comfortable seating space by the Main Street picture window. Cooking/baking classes available.

Sasquatch Shores: Cozy Lakeside Cabin on Star Lake

Resting on Star Lake and tucked into the north woods, this tiny home offers the tranquility you need to completely decompress. The Sasquatch Shores cabin is right on Star Lake, a quiet no wake lake that gives you the peace and quiet you want. Watch the sunset off of the dock or cast a line into the water! The cabin is also situated right on the ATV trail. The main offers a King sized bed and the guest room offers a Queen/Twin Loft bed. There is also sectional couch as a sleeping option!

Bliss on the Lake

This quiet, 4 bedroom lake house is not only on the water, but a short, five minute drive to Rib Mountain Skiing, a three minute drive to a boat launch, as well as everything Rib Mountain has to offer; shopping, restaurants, night life, and various outdoor activities. It has everything you need to make your holiday warm, comfortable and full of bliss! Cleaning fee credited for all stays 7 days or longer. We can also set up the basement living room area to be a work space.

Daniel’s Place

Cozy up in this private, one-bedroom, centrally located, upper apartment. (Must walk up a handful of outdoor stairs) Unique, peaceful, and affordable - Daniel’s Place is 3 blocks from the Riverlife walking path, leading directly to downtown, and 3 miles away from Granite Peak Ski Resort. Daniel’s Place is the perfect spot for weekend ski trips, city biking, trying local restaurants, farmers markets, kayaking, and exploring the city of Wausau. Come make yourself at home 🙂

Charming cabin on a lake with 2 bedrooms, one bath

Escape to central Wisconsin in your own private cabin! One bedroom with a full bed and single bed. Second bedroom with a queen bed. Full kitchen. Full use of water toys and kayaks. Toddler toys to entertain the kids. You can also fit 3 to 4 campers on site with plenty of parking. Air conditioning. Central heat and electric fireplace. Refrigerator, microwave, electric stove, coffee pot. Private dock with public boat landing. There is not a beach. Wifi. Now open year round!

Haven Cottage Haus

Looking for a peaceful getaway? This cozy-yet-spacious retreat is tucked in the woods on 8 private acres with walking trails, a patio for morning coffee, and visits from friendly deer. Whether you're traveling for work, a weekend escape, or just need quiet—this space offers the perfect mix of comfort, privacy, and nature. This is a private space on our property with full privacy throughout your stay. Wake up slow, sip your coffee--welcome to your home-away-from-home.

Higgins' Homestead

Experience a quiet, relaxing stay at in a charming little home! Only 1 mile from downtown Wausau, WI. with easy access to restaurants, local YMCA, coffee shops and more! Renovated 3 bed, 1 bath with A/C and elegant maple hardwood floors. Fully equiped kitchen and laundry area, as well as a pleasant fire pit surrounded by strawberries! Queen sized beds in two bedrooms, and a futon in the third. We provide all that you need, to just show up and enjoy a relaxing stay!

Nature & Outdoor Lovers Cozy River Retreat

Plover River Pines is perfect for outdoor lovers. Located centrally within 20 miles of 5 towns so you will experience both tranquility and convenience. Swim, kayak, fish, bike, or walk right from the property—or hit the nearby ATV/UTV trails. Unwind by the firepit, play bag toss or classic Pac-Man, listen to records, or stream Netflix by the fireplace. With plenty to do inside and out, it’s a relaxing escape for adventure and downtime alike.