We are creating space for up to 28 cabins for sale in total. The first phase of cabin sales will be in our Brownstone Village Lots 4-20 on the site plan. The cabins are available first to Angel Investors and then will open to all on a first come first serve basis mid August 2025.

No, our architectural team at HGA, an award winning design team under the leadership of Joan Soranno, will have up 4 cabin plans to choose from - please see the link at the bottom of the FAQ page for details. To protect owners and Wild Rice Retreat’s design integrity, restrictions and guidelines are in place so that buyers adhere to the design, landscaping and other requirements of the development. Add-ons for outdoor features and unit upgrades will be available on a limited basis.

Cabin sizes will range from 855 square feet (Woodland Cabins = 1 BR/1 BA) to 1,451 square feet (Farmhouse Cabin - 2 BR/2BA). Cabins will have vaulted ceilings, triple pane glass floor to ceiling windows, heated wood floors, ample natural light, generous bathrooms and just enough kitchens with islands, dining areas, and king sized bed with seating area bedrooms.

The new cabins will have vaulted ceilings, floor to ceiling windows, exceptional air exchange systems, triple paned class for year round comfort; finished cedar cladding, and metal roofs. full kitchens and appliances, washers and dryers, kitchen islands and dining areas, larger seating areas and work space. All cabins will have privacy patios and fire pits and fireplaces available as upgrades. Ridge style cabins will have soaking tubs. All cabins will have beautiful natural materials and tons of natural light just as you have enjoyed with the lodging.

Cabin prices+Land start from $750,000+

Pricing includes the raw land lot purchase, all of the site improvements, utility connections, roads, driveways, parking, foundations and the cabin itself. This is a 100% new construction project.

There remains the potential for 1/2 shares of purchases through Tenancy in Common Contracts (TICS). Our sales team can assist you and your friend/family member partner with the TICS purchase. The cabins will NOT be subject or allowed under a timeshare arrangement.

No – Intent Built is our designated builder for the project in partnership with Wild Rice Land, LLC and Zimmer Development, LLC. This is the ultimate opportunity for “I want a cabin in the woods” but someone else will build it for you!

Yes – cabin owners may elect to participate in a Rental Program to earn cost offsetting income on your cabin throughout the year. WRR will manage all reservations, marketing, management and caretaking of the cabins. All guests of cabin owners must be registered guests of the retreat and will be able to participate and enjoy all of the amenities, classes and more at WRR.

No. Wild Rice Retreat’s management company will market, manage and list the cabin on the WRR website. Self-rentals are strictly prohibited and will be strictly enforced regardless of if the owner is in the rental program or not as all guests on property are required to be registered guests of WRR.

Yes, with the exception of food/beverage, owners in the rental program will enjoy complimentary use of the onsite amenities such as the saunas, classrooms and onsite programming. Owners who do not elect to join the rental pool will be assessed an annual fee for use of the amenities.

No. You will have a choice from design packages that are pre-selected. If you choose to participate in the rental pool, your home is professionally managed and you will be required to select from our furnishings package and offerings. If you want your home for personal use only, you do not have to participate in the furnishings program but could still select the package as an option.

Cabin buyers will own the land underneath the cabin and an area around the cabin called the “building envelope” area. Cabin buyers will also have exclusive use and rights to a larger lot ranging from .3 acres to .5 acres. Land inside the buildable area is the owners expense to care for while land on the larger lot and common area will be maintained by an association.

Yes – expenses include common area maintenance, utilities and reserves. The Association will be designed to preserve and protect the integrity of Wild Rice Retreat while affording owners the freedom and benefits of cabin living.

AlI cabin owners will enjoy access to all that Wild Rice Retreat has to offer in terms of classes and amenities during most times/days. Additional amenities including expansion of the sauna options, water and spa features, a new greenhouse and gardens, a labyrinth, on property trail system and more event and movement spaces are in the planning stages as well. Dining facilities and food/beverage will be available to owners for a fee with an option to be part of a membership club.

We have developed a flexible rental program to allow for maximizing rental revenue from the rental program and flexible use in all seasons by owners. Specific information and details will be provided during the sales and reservation process.

For Phase 2 cabin owners, yes children are allowed. New amenities will be added to support onsite nature exploration, multigenerational amenities and forest curiosities for children.

Importantly, ample adult only areas such as the WRR Main Retreat Center, sauna, and most classes will remain adults only during the majority of days and hours of operation. Bayfield and the Apostle Islands as a whole is a region full of adventure for children with hiking, sandy beaches, and much to explore nearby.

Reservations are now under consideration for Angel Investors. All other interested parties will be able to request reservation agreements and purchase information beginning August 15th, 2025. Construction is likely to start in fall of 2025 but no later than spring 2026. Cabins will take 6 months to construction after initial site work/utility connection is complete. We are hoping to bring the first cabins for occupancy online by summer 2026.

Yes. The team at WRR will help match you with an approved lender familiar with new construction or you may use your own lender if they have an understanding of this specialized development. These are not homestead properties. 20% earnest money will be required with the remainder due at cabin completion of construction.

Of course! WRR will eventually have a listing agent that will assist you in the eventual sale of your property and keep diligent records on performance in the rental program, market comps and values. WRR will retain right of first refusal to purchase any cabin for sale at fair market value.