Family-friendly vacation rentals in Mercer

Lakeside Loft, Roof Deck + Sauna

Wanderloft, designed by architect David Salmela, combines modern Scandinavian design with the natural beauty of Wisconsin's Northwoods. Located on one of Vilas County's highest points, this cabin offers stunning 360-degree views from multiple levels, overlooking Manuel Lake and 9.4 acres of land. Beyond its striking design, Wanderloft is defined by its profound sense of peace and quiet - where natural beauty and thoughtful architecture create space for rest, creativity, inspiration, and renewal.

Lakefront Cottage

Escape to the peaceful Northwoods of Wisconsin. This 2‑bedroom cabin on Crystal Lake—perfect for a romantic weekend, solo retreat, or family vacation. You will have beautiful lake views, private water access, and kayaks & paddleboards. Take in the scenery from the indoor porch, private dock, or on the clear water. Start your morning with coffee and the call of loons. End your day watching unforgettable sunsets beneath rustling birches. Slow down, reconnect, and enjoy the beauty of lake life.

Cedar Hill Retreat, King Bed, 108 Acres of Privacy

Winding up the driveway you are greeted by a home located on 108 acres of privacy, yet only 8 miles from town! This place is a clean (enhanced cleaning routine), fresh, and relaxing with breathtaking views! With enough space for a whole group or private couple getaway, this home offers the perfect opportunity to make memories lasting a lifetime. Gather around the wood stove after a long winter day full of activities available close by, or relax on the back deck watching the sun set in summer!

Cozy Home onTrail|Sauna|PetsI Lakes Trails Falls

Welcome to Little House on The Trail!—perfectly located near the Porcupine Mountains, Lake Superior, waterfalls and hiking trails. This spotless, thoughtfully designed home blends vintage charm with modern comfort, featuring a fully stocked kitchen & coffee bar. Unwind in the cedar sauna or gather around the firepit. Pets ok, spacious, and packed with amenities, it’s the perfect Northwoods getaway year-round. ⭐ Guests consistently say this is the best Airbnb they’ve stayed in—come see why!

Parker Creek Tiny House

Come stay on our hobby farm with us! We are in a great central location to multiple hiking trails and gorgeous falls. We have had many guests visit the sea caves in Cornucopia, spend the day in Bayfield, or hike the Porcupine Mountains. We also are only a few miles from the ATV trails if you would rather spend the day riding the trails. We have multiple places to mountain bike or kayak. We have more things to do listed in our details section! Feel free to message me with questions.

National Forest Lakeside Retreat

Escape to this beautiful cabin nestled in the woods on a serene lake. With its cozy layout and large windows, you'll feel right at home surrounded by nature's beauty. Enjoy breathtaking views of the dark sky at night and wake up to the peaceful sounds of the National Forest. Explore endless adventures with hiking, ATV, and snowmobile trails just steps away. Unwind on the deck and take in the tranquility of this hidden gem. Book your getaway now and experience the ultimate retreat.

Lakefront Cottage w/ Screen Porch & Private Pier!

Cozy cottage with screen porch on an incredible, peaceful 400ft lake frontage. Excellent pan finishing on rocky shore with Pier! A 10-15 Min drive from town of Mercer with shopping, restaurants, parks and live music! ATV and Snowmobile trail access. Public boat launch 1/2 mile down the road. A short drive can take you to beautiful Winman bike paths or river tubing and an hour north you can find amazing UP ski hills! Accommodates 4 adults comfortably and VERY family friendly!

Middle Gresham Get-a-way Your year round Getaway

We are located on Middle Gresham Lake, this is a semi private lake, very quite lake with no public access. The fishing is great. Includes use of a row boat, canoe and two kayaks, boat motor available-extra charge. Rustic cabin feel with pristine views, a fire pit for roasting marsh mellows. Centrally located between Minocqua and Boulder Junction. Room Tax is now being collected directly thru Airbnb at 6.75% and remitted to the Town of Boulder Junction.

Charming Lakefront Cabin

Your perfect Northwoods escape! This cozy 2BR cabin mixes rustic charm with modern comfort with an unbeatable lake view. Set within the Sconnie Seasons property and just minutes from ATV/snowmobile trails, the cabin shares scenic lakeside grounds with other private cabin rentals and Lucky’s - a historic on-site bar. Plenty of parking for vehicles/trailers plus a boat launch and dock access. Kayaks, life jackets, and firewood included for all guests.

Honeymoon Cabin- Cozy open concept cabin on a lake

The Honeymoon Cabin at Pine Noel Resort is a cozy cabin set in a serene location with the conveniences of having downtown Mercer just a short walk away. The resort has two docks, row boat, sandy beach, and a swim raft for your enjoyment on the beautiful Grand Portage Lake. The cozy cabin is an open concept space equipped with a king sized bed and an air mattress. Although there are many restaurants nearby, a weber charcoal grill is also provided.

Wildlife Cabin in Mercer

Built in 2022/2023 this cabin is located right on the Manitowish River with 750ft of frontage right off Highway 51 about 3 miles south of Mercer and 7 miles north of Manitowish Waters. The Manitowish River runs into the Bear River which is why the resort is named Twin Rivers Resort. We are located right by the snowmobile, UTV/ATV and hiking/biking trails. You can easily visit small local towns with bars, restaurants and shopping.

The Saari House on the ABR Ski Trails

The Saari House is a fully updated farmhouse located on the ABR ski trails. Ski on the freshly groomed trails right out the front door. (Trail passes required.) It's a perfect location for families skiing in and out on a winter getaway or as home base for local waterfall hiking or biking. Guests will have full kitchen, bathroom with tub/shower, washer/dryer, TV with collection of DVDs, various video games and board games.