Escape to beautiful Grindstone Lake for the perfect Northwoods getaway, just 10 minutes from downtown Hayward. This spacious lakefront retreat sleeps up to 12 guests and features a private dock, hot tub, sauna, game loft, indoor bar with lake views, and much more! Whether you're here to fish, boat, swim, or make memories with family and friends, you'll find everything you need for an unforgettable stay.
Upper Level – Master Suite: - Master bedroom with king bed and Roku TV - Full bathroom with jetted tub - Washer and dryer located in the bathroom closet Main Level – Lakeside Living Area: - Bedroom 1: King bed and Roku TV - Bedroom 2: King bed and Roku TV - Full bathroom - Large living room with comfortable seating, board games, Roku TV, and lake views - Dining table seating 12 guests - 3-season porch - Fully equipped kitchen Lower Level – Entertainment & Recreation Area: - Indoor bar area overlooking the lake with Roku TV - Full bathroom - Washer and dryer - Fully equipped workout room with weights and cardio equipment - Sauna - Access to a large attached heated garage with in-floor heat and space for parking, storage, lake toys, fishing gear, snowmobiles, ATVs, and outdoor equipment - Dedicated fish cleaning station Loft Level – Additional Living & Sleeping Space: - Large second living room with board games and Roku TV - Fully equipped second kitchen - Bedroom 1: Bunk room with two queen beds on the bottom and two full beds on top, plus Roku TV - Bedroom 2: Two queen beds with Roku TV - Full bathroom with washer and dryer Property Highlights: - Lakeside balcony with tables and seating - Private dock - Hot tub with Grindstone Lake views - Sauna - Indoor bar in lakeside garage (Garage doors can come up, and screens are in place to keep your lake views there, but keep bugs out) - Pool table and dartboard - Game loft featuring Pop-A-Shot basketball, foosball, and shuffleboard table - Kayaks and paddleboards - Yard games including cornhole, horseshoes, and ladder golf - Fully equipped workout room with weights and cardio equipment - Dedicated fish cleaning station for anglers - Lakeside fire pit perfect for evening gatherings - Large attached heated garage with in-floor heat and ample storage for fishing gear, lake toys, snowmobiles, ATVs, and outdoor equipment - Blackstone griddle and Traeger pellet grill The water surrounding the private dock and floating swim raft is approximately 3 feet deep, creating a fun, family-friendly area where kids can splash and play while still offering easy access for swimming, kayaking, and paddleboarding. 

***Exterior Security Cameras***For the safety of our guests and property, there are four exterior security cameras on-site. One camera is located above the large garage door, one above the small garage door, one above the main entryway, and one on the side of the house. These cameras monitor the driveway, front entry door, and the road.

The Bucktail Hideaway on Grindstone Lake

Our family had the most incredible stay over the Fourth of July, and we truly couldn't have asked for a better place to make memories together! The cabin was absolutely perfect. The views of the lake were breathtaking, and the location was ideal with crystal-clear water and easy access for both our boat and kayaks.

The owners have thought of everything. The amenities were exceptional, from having plenty of life jackets for the entire family to a great selection of board games and indoor activities for rainy weather. It made the cabin feel welcoming, comfortable, and well-equipped for guests of all ages.

When we weren't out enjoying the water, our favorite place to gather was the beautiful fire pit area. The seating was comfortable, and on the Fourth of July it was the perfect spot to relax while watching fireworks light up the sky from all around the lake. It was such a special experience that our family will never forget.

We can't recommend this cabin enough and are already looking forward to coming back to create even more wonderful family memories. Thank you for sharing such an amazing place with us!

The perfect place to create family memories

Our stay at this property was phenomenal. The home is spacious, beautifully maintained, and filled with thoughtful touches that make it feel both luxurious and comfortable. There’s truly something for everyone here, and it kept our whole group relaxed, entertained, and surprisingly well‑behaved and off devices.

One of our absolute favorite features was the large lakeside firepit surrounded by comfortable chairs. We spent our evenings out there talking, laughing, and roasting marshmallows like it was our full‑time job. If s’more consumption were an Olympic sport, we’d be bringing home hardware.

The views from both the deck and the hot tub were incredible—morning coffee, evening unwinding, mid‑day “I swear I’m being productive” moments… all made better by the scenery. It’s impossible not to relax here.

The lake access was fantastic, and having kayaks available made it even better. We spent hours and hours fishing and swimming in this incredible lake. Additionally, outside there are yard games and beautiful spaces to kick back, play, or sneak away for quiet time. Every age group found something they loved.

Inside, the fun continues. There’s an open‑air screened bar with a pool table, a huge garage that provided space for rainy‑day entertainment (we moved cornhole inside during a brief storm), board games, and plenty of cozy spaces to hang out. It’s the kind of setup where nobody says “I’m bored,” which is a vacation miracle in itself.

The workout room and sauna deserve their own applause. The gym isn’t your typical “two dumbbells and a yoga mat” vacation setup—it’s fully equipped with everything even a collegiate athlete would need. It also helped offset the fact that we ate our collective bodyweight in those previously mentioned s’mores, so we appreciated it both physically and spiritually. The sauna afterward was the perfect reward for pretending we were disciplined.

There are two fully stocked kitchens (and Traegar and Blackstone) - they had every tool, pan, and gadget we reached for. And with plenty of bathrooms, everyone stayed on pace: no morning traffic jams, no negotiations, no “are you done yet?” echoing down the hall.

It’s also a short drive to Hayward, so anything you need—groceries, shops, restaurants, tackle, or last‑minute “we need more marshmallows”—is quick and easy to get to.

And of course, the hosts… Emma and Sam are incredible - friendly, responsive, and genuinely invested in making sure guests have a great experience. Every interaction was easy, pleasant, and made us feel completely taken care of.

This property has everything: comfort, space, activities, relaxation, and hosts who go above and beyond. We’re already talking about when we can come back.

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