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Northern Bay Resort

1844 20th Avenue, Arkdale, WI 54613 (Formerly Northern Bay Golf Resort & Marina)
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MN
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17 reviews 17 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2013

Tried to book an upcoming spring golf trip. Called once and was quoted the same price as advertised on the web site. Once details with my group was finalized, I called again to book and was told the rate had increased roughly $40 per person. I was told the web site data was incorrect and even though the employee errored... More

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Jayne S, General Manager at Northern Bay Resort, responded to this review
14 February 2013

I am sorry that you were misinformed. The Stay and Play rates were not finalized until the end of January. Unfortunately the Web Site Stay and Play rates were not changed until the beginning of February. The Castle Course is not currently taking tee times unless you are reserving for a larger group of golfers. Other tee times will be... More

Wisconsin
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87 reviews 87 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 34 cities Reviews in 34 cities
45 helpful votes 45 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 August 2012

We plan an annual trip with other families we know. This year we skipped camping at Jellystone cabins and decided to try condos. Our group rented three condos and the house. The cost was comparable and the amenities were fabulous. We called it "glamping". We were in building 1 and our friends were in building 3. We walked to the... More

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Dubuque, Iowa
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27 reviews 27 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 July 2012

We stayed at the Castle on the Bay the same time last year and felt we got the perfect place to vacation. Everything went well. We had a three bedroom condo with the den for all of our children and grandchildren . Our condo was 1906 and it was located beach front and the pool and playground were across the... More

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Jayne S, General Manager at Northern Bay Resort, responded to this review
11 October 2012

I am very sorry that the location of the condominium was not what you anticipated when the Reservation Department called you to discuss the situation of the previously selected condominium being sold and no longer available to rent. You were located near the pool area and with a Lake View as you requested. The rental properties were occupied with 100%... More

Rockford, Illinois
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38 reviews 38 reviews
19 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 June 2012

The good points: allow dogs, nice and big condos, have a/c, and there is food on site. Bad points: the lake is icky, in middle of nowhere, the dvd player didnt work and was told they cant guarantee anything, the internet went out, the outlets in bathroom did not work, noisy neighbors, dogs loose on grounds (even though there is... More

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Chicago, IL
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11 reviews 11 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
59 helpful votes 59 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 August 2011

I took my wife and two young kids here for a mid-week visit in the middle of August and could not have been more pleased. We stayed in the 2 bedroom condo w/den and were pleasantly surprised at how roomy it was. There was plenty of space for all of us and having a full kitchen, two full bathrooms, and... More

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waukegan, Il
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3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 August 2011

I loved Northern Bay, by far the best place I stayed in my life. It was spacious and very modern. All first class appliances and fixtures. Perfect place for family reunions.

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Pardeeville, WI
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18 reviews 18 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 July 2011

We just returned from a long weekend at Northern Bay Resort (now officially known as Castle at the Bay). We rented a three bedroom + den condo on the property. (Building 8 near the Tiki Bar.) We were originally going to rent from the owners, but they joined the property rental group and so we rented it from the association... More

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Madison, Wisconsin
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 February 2011

I was looking around for resorts in Wisconsin that would have the amenities for my entire family. After much research I stumbled upon this resort and I'm glad I did. When arriving you get the sense that this place is a hidden gem. The condo we stayed in was enormous and really caught us by surprise. I loved how they... More

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Stevens Point
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34 reviews 34 reviews
26 hotel reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
63 helpful votes 63 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 July 2010

I have just returned from the Northern Bay Resort and will plan on staying there again next year. We had our family reunion here and can say that we all had a great time the place was wonderful, the staff very nice and immaculate grounds and golf course. We rented 4 condos which were quite close together. Had access to... More

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chicago
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 December 2009

Stayed here with a few couples and friends for memorial weeked and it was awesome. We had the penthouse condo? ( it was the three bedroom, third floor). The condo seemed plain but there was so much space! Kitchen was very modern, and all the bedrooms were really clean! If you decide to come here make sure u wont be... More

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Additional Information about Northern Bay Resort

Also Known As:
Castle At The Bay Hotel Arkdale
Castle At The Bay Hotel
Northern Bay Hotel Marina
Address: 1844 20th Avenue, Arkdale, WI 54613 (Formerly Northern Bay Golf Resort & Marina)
Region: United States > Wisconsin > Arkdale
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Business Centre Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kitchenette Restaurant Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
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Ranked #1 of 1 hotels in Arkdale
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Located on the shores of Castle Rock Lake just north of the Wisconsin Dells, The Castle Course features a replica 18 hole golf experience inspired by courses the pros play. At The Castle Course, you won't simply be playing golf, you'll be competing shot-for-shot against the most legendary holes in all of golf. You can rent or own one of our fine luxury cedar and stone condominiums, situated on the course or the lake. Bring the family for a vacation packed with excitement and entertainment. ... more   less 

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