MLS# 7057467 - 2799 27th St Birchwood, WI 54817

Arrive by ferry and leave the ordinary on shore. The offering of the Clara Cabin is a rare opportunity to own a private residence within the storied island setting of the National Register-listed Stout’s Island Lodge on prestigious Red Cedar Lake in Northwest Wisconsin. Positioned in the southwest corner of the Main Island, Clara pairs wooded privacy with spectacular south-and-west-facing lake views and sunsets, a full kitchen, deck, fireplaces, and close proximity to the island’s extensive trail system, docks, tennis courts, and west-end waterfront recreation. The residence consists of approximately 1,450 finished square feet with two bedrooms, three baths, and an unfinished/storage lower level of approximately 700 square feet. What sets Clara apart is not simply its footprint, but its provenance. This residence belongs to the legendary Island of Happy Days, the Red Cedar Lake retreat created for Frank Deming Stout and recognized for its architecturally sophisticated Rustic Style design. Although Clara is a modern build on the Island, the bulk of the estate dates to 1909-1911 and was modeled in the spirit of the great Adirondack camps in Upstate New York, where log architecture, fireplaces, and broad rooflines are woven carefully into the natural landscape. Here, ownership feels less like a purchase and more like stewardship. Days begin with a ten-minute ferry crossing and unfold in a car-free setting of shoreline paths, boathouse culture, lake activities, lawns, common gardens, and evenings by the bonfire. Even the bridge to the east island carries its own story, having been gifted to the estate by Andrew Carnegie, a close friend of Frank Stout. With owner use extending into the winter months, Clara is not only a summer escape, but a four-season family holding in one of the region’s most evocative island estates, located approximately two hours from the Minneapolis–Saint Paul metropolitan area and roughly six hours from Chicago. Welcome to charming Clara's Cabin at Stout’s Island Lodge, where you will experience unmatched tranquility at one of the only Adirondack-Style Great Lodges outside of Upstate New York. Rarely available, Claras’s is a cozy cabin that consists of approximately 1,450 square feet, and which has 2 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Perched amidst lush greenery on the southwestern end of the island, the cabin is far enough away from the Main Lodge to feel private, but a short walk from all of the amenities that the Island has to offer. Stout’s Island Lodge was originally built in the early 1900s as the estate of Chicago-based lumber baron Frank D. Stout. When you arrive on the Island, you will step into a world of timeless charm. This iconic property, also known as the "Island of Happy Days," offers a one-of-a-kind blend of rustic elegance, modern comforts, and breathtaking scenery. The lodge has welcomed guests for over a century, offering a rich history and unmatched character. The property encompasses over 17 acres between the two private islands that are connected by a steel bridge that was donated by Andrew Carnegie. Enjoy meticulously maintained walking trails, pristine waterfront views, and lush landscapes as you explore the islands. Some of the activities available include kayaking, boating, fishing, hiking, tennis, yard games, billiards, table tennis, a full service bar, campfires under the stars, and several nearby golf courses. The island can be accessed year-round via boat (ferry rides available every hour, or on demand), air boat, or an ice road and is only two quick hours from the Twin Cities. A hovercraft will also be available in the future. Stout's Island Club membership included in sale. Don’t miss this generational opportunity!

Arrive by ferry and leave the ordinary on shore. The offering of the Clara Cabin is a rare opportunity to own a private residence within the storied island setting of the National Register-listed Stout’s Island Lodge on prestigious Red Cedar Lake in Northwest Wisconsin. Positioned in the southwest corner of the Main Island, Clara pairs wooded privacy with spectacular south-and-west-facing lake views and sunsets, a full kitchen, deck, fireplaces, and close proximity to the island’s extensive trail system, docks, tennis courts, and west-end waterfront recreation. The residence consists of approximately 1,450 finished square feet with two bedrooms, three baths, and an unfinished/storage lower level of approximately 700 square feet. What sets Clara apart is not simply its footprint, but its provenance. This residence belongs to the legendary Island of Happy Days, the Red Cedar Lake retreat created for Frank Deming Stout and recognized for its architecturally sophisticated Rustic Style design. Although Clara is a modern build on the Island, the bulk of the estate dates to 1909-1911 and was modeled in the spirit of the great Adirondack camps in Upstate New York, where log architecture, fireplaces, and broad rooflines are woven carefully into the natural landscape. Here, ownership feels less like a purchase and more like stewardship. Days begin with a ten-minute ferry crossing and unfold in a car-free setting of shoreline paths, boathouse culture, lake activities, lawns, common gardens, and evenings by the bonfire. Even the bridge to the east island carries its own story, having been gifted to the estate by Andrew Carnegie, a close friend of Frank Stout. With owner use extending into the winter months, Clara is not only a summer escape, but a four-season family holding in one of the region’s most evocative island estates, located approximately two hours from the Minneapolis–Saint Paul metropolitan area and roughly six hours from Chicago. Welcome to charming Clara's Cabin at Stout’s Island Lodge, where you will experience unmatched tranquility at one of the only Adirondack-Style Great Lodges outside of Upstate New York. Rarely available, Claras’s is a cozy cabin that consists of approximately 1,450 square feet, and which has 2 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Perched amidst lush greenery on the southwestern end of the island, the cabin is far enough away from the Main Lodge to feel private, but a short walk from all of the amenities that the Island has to offer. Stout’s Island Lodge was originally built in the early 1900s as the estate of Chicago-based lumber baron Frank D. Stout. When you arrive on the Island, you will step into a world of timeless charm. This iconic property, also known as the "Island of Happy Days," offers a one-of-a-kind blend of rustic elegance, modern comforts, and breathtaking scenery. The lodge has welcomed guests for over a century, offering a rich history and unmatched character. The property encompasses over 17 acres between the two private islands that are connected by a steel bridge that was donated by Andrew Carnegie. Enjoy meticulously maintained walking trails, pristine waterfront views, and lush landscapes as you explore the islands. Some of the activities available include kayaking, boating, fishing, hiking, tennis, yard games, billiards, table tennis, a full service bar, campfires under the stars, and several nearby golf courses. The island can be accessed year-round via boat (ferry rides available every hour, or on demand), air boat, or an ice road and is only two quick hours from the Twin Cities. A hovercraft will also be available in the future. Stout's Island Club membership included in sale. Don’t miss this generational opportunity!