Island View Lodging- Bayfield, WI
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Island View Lodging has two comfortable suites situated in a secluded wooded setting on Lake Superior lakefront property and just one mile from Bayfield, Wisconsin. There is a nearby beach and launch for your kayak/canoe. We offer lakeside seating and fire pit on the property. Both units are fully private with their own balcony/decks facing Lake Superior. They both have WiFi, Roku TVs, heat, air conditioning, and windows that face Lake Superior, Madeline & Basswood Islands. Each unit Sleeps 4 and includes private fully equipped kitchenette. Just check in and relax.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Beach
Boating
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor fireplace
Private check-in / check-out
Street parking
Wifi
Complimentary tea
Complimentary welcome drink
Hiking
Canoeing offsite
Fishing
Patio
Outdoor furniture
Sun deck
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Room features
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Air conditioning
Private beach
Coffee / tea maker
Flatscreen TV
Sofa bed
Walk-in shower
Dining area
Private balcony
Seating area
Separate living room
Sofa
Wardrobe / wardrobe
Clothes rack
Iron
Private bathrooms
Kitchenette
Microwave
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Kitchenware
On-demand films
Radio
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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Landmark view
Non-smoking rooms
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Family
Modern
Location
86720 Island View Lane, Bayfield, WI 54814-4500
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Gogebic County Airport
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Central Wisconsin Airport
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This is an unbelievable location with great sunset views right on Lake Superior. The hosts are very accommodating and provide great communication prior and during your stay! I would recommend this to everyone 10/10. This was our 2nd time staying and we will be back again and again!
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Date of stay: August 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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The vacation spot was absolutely perfect for our family. The kids ran to the sand beach (private beach) as soon as we arrived. Before we departed, they had to spend their last few minutes again at the beach. It's a beautiful location, fantastic views of Lake Superior (watch the sunrise if you stay there), great sand beach, beautiful lawn leading to the beach (with lovely flower gardens around the property). Just minutes from Bayfield, so it is quiet, very peaceful. The owners are warm and welcoming. Property is well cared for, we were very comfortable. We rented both units since we were a family of 6. We would definitely stay there again!
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Date of stay: August 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
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We are residents in Bayfield who had a spontaneous visit from Illinois friends. We did not have room at our home to accommodate them so made a panicked call to Island View. Thankfully they had room at the Inn. Proprietors Pearl and Jim represent all that is warm, welcoming and kind in our slice of paradise. We knew the setting would offer the most spectacular view of Lake Superior and Madeline Island. We met our friends there upon check in and got to see the interior of the Sevona suite. We were ready to book it for ourselves! The deck, the kitchen, bath, LR and bedroom were spotless and well appointed. A walk about the property showcases the exquisite flower gardens. You can access the waterfront for viewing or water sports. The greatest of the Great Lakes is all yours from this special place. Island View, lovingly cared for by Pearl and Jim, is a private retreat just minutes from the charm of Bayfield. Enjoy every moment as you refresh, renew and return!
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Jim and Pearl Swearingen, Guest Services / Front Office at Island View Lodging- Bayfield, WI
Responded 12 Sept 2023
Heidi, thank you so.much for your exceptionally kind review! We appreciate your booking Island View for your friends with so many other lodging options to choose from in Bayfield. We hope to see you again in the near future!
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Island View offered a wonderful escape to Lake Superior. Our spacious apartment, including a kitchenette, looked out across the lawn to Lake Superior. Jim and Pearl Swearengen were the perfect hosts, gracious and welcoming but leaving us to enjoy the experience on our own. Nearby Bayfield offers restaurants, bars, and recreational activities.
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Jim and Pearl Swearingen, Guest Services / Front Office at Island View Lodging- Bayfield, WI
Responded 30 May 2023
Thank you for the kind review, Greg! We're so glad you enjoyed Bayfield and were as charmed by it as we were the first time we visited. Hope to see you back again next season!
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Loved this place so much! Right on the lake - incredible view, fire pit, beach, private balcony. My cabin was like a full 1BR appt - kitchen & everything. Even the weather was fabulous. :) Will be back.
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Date of stay: July 2020Trip type: Travelled with friends
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This was the perfect place to stay in the Apostle Islands. We stayed in the Savona suite, located in the house. The B&B also has small cottages to rent right next door. The property is situated right on the shores of Lake Superior, overlooking Madelaine and Basswood Islands, just north of the town of Bayfield. There is a large shaded yard with lots of Adironadack chairs for reading and relaxing, and a place to light a nice bonfire.
Our room was on the second floor with a nice deck with two chairs overlooking the yard and the lake. It is a 2-room suite with bedroom and large living area. The bedroom and bath were comfortable and quiet. The living area included a sofa, rocking chair, tables and chairs for eating, and a small kitchen area with a full-size frig, sink and cooktop. The kitchen was stocked with everything you could need - including wine glasses, corkscrew and ice cream scoop! The furnishings, while not luxurious, were clean and comfortable.
Del and Bob were perfect hosts - we were greeted warmly, and the room was stocked with a goodie basket of sweets and gourmet coffee from the local candy shop, as well as a book with all the information you needed - local attractions, restaurant menus, maps, etc. The breakfasts were delivered to your room in a large basket every morning - each breakfast included juice, a hot "entree", fresh-baked muffins and a fruit bowl - all delicious!
Our room was on the second floor with a nice deck with two chairs overlooking the yard and the lake. It is a 2-room suite with bedroom and large living area. The bedroom and bath were comfortable and quiet. The living area included a sofa, rocking chair, tables and chairs for eating, and a small kitchen area with a full-size frig, sink and cooktop. The kitchen was stocked with everything you could need - including wine glasses, corkscrew and ice cream scoop! The furnishings, while not luxurious, were clean and comfortable.
Del and Bob were perfect hosts - we were greeted warmly, and the room was stocked with a goodie basket of sweets and gourmet coffee from the local candy shop, as well as a book with all the information you needed - local attractions, restaurant menus, maps, etc. The breakfasts were delivered to your room in a large basket every morning - each breakfast included juice, a hot "entree", fresh-baked muffins and a fruit bowl - all delicious!
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Date of stay: August 2006Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Innkeeper-Mark, General Manager at Island View Lodging- Bayfield, WI
Responded 18 Feb 2015
Thank you very much for taking the time to post your experience on Trip Advisor. We strive to exceed the expectations of all of our guest and happy to read you enjoyed your stay. Island View has undergone changes in management since your visit. I hope to see you this year! Happy Travels, M. Andrew
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I'll second everything the previous reviewer wrote... my husband and I loved our three-day stay at Island View B&B. It was quiet, clean, and welcoming, with an unbeatable view!
We spent most of our time in Bayfield (only a 1 1/2 mile walk or drive south... I walked one morning, and it was a pleasant experience), but Island View was nice to come home to. Bob and Del were very hospitable, and gave us helpful tips on what to do in town. We never made it to the Big Top, but took the Friday evening lighthouse/sea cave cruise, which was worth every penny (but dress warm!). We cruised around the fruit farms, visited the little winery, did a little shopping, and ate well! We highly recommend Ethel's for pizza and the Groove Haus for music and drinks :)
We look forward to coming back, and I've already recommended Island View to friends. Thanks, Bob and Del!
We spent most of our time in Bayfield (only a 1 1/2 mile walk or drive south... I walked one morning, and it was a pleasant experience), but Island View was nice to come home to. Bob and Del were very hospitable, and gave us helpful tips on what to do in town. We never made it to the Big Top, but took the Friday evening lighthouse/sea cave cruise, which was worth every penny (but dress warm!). We cruised around the fruit farms, visited the little winery, did a little shopping, and ate well! We highly recommend Ethel's for pizza and the Groove Haus for music and drinks :)
We look forward to coming back, and I've already recommended Island View to friends. Thanks, Bob and Del!
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Date of stay: June 2007Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Innkeeper-Mark, General Manager at Island View Lodging- Bayfield, WI
Responded 18 Feb 2015
Thank you very much for taking the time to post your experience on Trip Advisor. We strive to exceed the expectations of all of our guest and happy to read you enjoyed your stay. Island View has undergone changes in management since your visit. I hope to see you this year! Happy Travels, M. Andrew
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We booked the Fedora Suite for Memorial Day weekend. The view was gorgeous with a private view of Madeline Island. There were multiple fire pits and a path to a small beach, which was really nice. Valerie is super nice and is very knowledgeable with recommendations for things to do while visiting. She recently took ownership of the place and really did a fantastic job cleaning up. I would highly recommend this place for anyone looking to spend the weekend in the Bayfield area.
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Date of stay: May 2014Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Innkeeper-Mark, General Manager at Island View Lodging- Bayfield, WI
Responded 18 Feb 2015
Thank you very much for taking the time to post your experience on Trip Advisor. We strive to exceed the expectations of all of our guest and happy to read you enjoyed your stay. Island View has undergone changes in management since your visit. I hope to see you this year! Happy Travels, M. Andrew
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This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Very comfortable room and very clean. Awesome view of the lake inside and out! Very nice to sit back and enjoy. Loved the breakfast served to the room so delicious. So quite sitting on the deck taking it all in.
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Date of stay: April 2016Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We had reservations to stay at a cabin at Island View Lodging in Bayfield Wisconsin for Labor Day weekend, 2015. The Friday night before the big weekend management called us from Island View stating that they found mold in our room and would have to cancel us. No other explanation! At the last minute, we did end up finding a room about 30 miles away from where we were planning on staying and it was a lot more expensive. Island View still charged us $185 on our credit card when we didn't even stay there. I called them right after we got our credit card statement and they said they would take care of it. The next credit card statement the charge was still on it, and again I called and they said they would take care of it. This went on for 3 months and still they haven't refunded our money. We contacted our credit card to see if they could help us but they said the amount of time before we contacted them was to long.
Now what to do?
Marilyn
Now what to do?
Marilyn
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Date of stay: September 2015Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from paulswansen, Manager at Island View Lodging- Bayfield, WI
Responded 7 Aug 2016
My sincere apologies for the delayed response. I also apologize for the perception that we stole your money. Due to a miscommunication between the innkeepers and the business office, your refund was not processed in a timely manner. We'd like to offer you another stay at Island View Lodging, two nights at a 50% discount.
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Hello! We will allow dogs in our Hermit cottage with pre-approval. I suggest contacting the operators before making your reservation to make sure. Hope you can stay with us next summer!
The B&B rooms of Fedora and Sevona both offer basic cable TV. The cabins do not offer cable TV. There is free wi-fi throughout the property. There are two fire pits on the grounds, however, no grills.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Island View Lodging- Bayfield, WI
Which popular attractions are close to Island View Lodging- Bayfield, WI?
Nearby attractions include Bayfield Maritime Museum (2.4 km), Hauser's Superior View Orchard (3.3 km), and Madeline Island (5.4 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Island View Lodging- Bayfield, WI?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and boating.
Which room amenities are available at Island View Lodging- Bayfield, WI?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Island View Lodging- Bayfield, WI?
Guests can enjoy complimentary tea, free instant coffee, and a free welcome drink during their stay.
Is parking available at Island View Lodging- Bayfield, WI?
Yes, free parking and street parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Island View Lodging- Bayfield, WI?
Conveniently located restaurants include Manypenny Bistro, Pier Plaza Restaurant, and The Bayfield Inn Restaurant.
Are there any historical sites close to Island View Lodging- Bayfield, WI?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Houghton Historic Depot (11.1 km).