Lake Home for Sale on Butternut Lake

Butternut Lake Lodge is a rare Northwoods opportunity offering exceptional versatility, strong income potential, and true turnkey operation. Currently run as a successful resort property, this estate can serve as a private single-family home, multi-generational retreat, bed & breakfast, corporate getaway, or full-scale resort—delivering “The Northwoods experience elevated.”
Set on 3.8 acres with approximately 300’ of frontage on Butternut Lake, the property features highly sought-after western exposure for breathtaking sunsets and is positioned near the deepest point of the lake. Butternut Lake is a 1,006-acre full recreation lake known for excellent fishing, boating, two lakeside restaurants, and popular sandbars.
The main Lodge offers authentic log construction with modern comforts, including 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a chef’s kitchen with granite countertops, spacious dining area, and a dramatic living room with soaring log ceilings and a stone fireplace. High-speed fiber internet and full-property Wi-Fi enhance usability.
A separate Suites building includes four themed suites—Hunter, Pioneer, Angler, and Logger—each with private baths, kitchenettes, fireplaces, and patio access. Additional amenities include the “Tackle Box” guest commons and a Provisions gift shop.
Outdoor highlights include a boathouse with rooftop sunset deck, premium pier system, and excellent waterfront access. The level yard offers fire pits, volleyball court, and ample recreation space, along with kayaks and a canoe.
With an established website, booking system, and a loyal repeat guest base built largely through word-of-mouth, there is significant upside through expanded marketing and advertising. A truly unique lakeside retreat and investment opportunity. Additional infomation regarding property improvements and property details available upon request. 

About Park Falls Wisconsin

Park Falls and the surrounding Northwoods region offer a landscape shaped by forests, lakes, rivers, and year-round outdoor recreation. The area is known for its strong connection to hunting, fishing, trail recreation, and tourism, with access to thousands of acres of public land and a large network of lakes and waterways. The nearby Flambeau River and surrounding forestlands are widely used for boating, paddling, fishing, hiking, snowmobiling, ATV riding, and wildlife recreation throughout all four seasons.

Butternut Lake is considered one of the notable lakes in the region, recognized for its size, depth, scenic shoreline, and recreational use. The lake supports a variety of fish species including musky, walleye, bass, and panfish, and is used extensively for boating and other water activities during the summer months. Western exposure on the lake provides sunset views that are characteristic of many highly regarded Northwoods waterfront properties.

The broader area surrounding Park Falls and Butternut Lake has historically attracted a mix of seasonal visitors, outdoor enthusiasts, second-home owners, and tourism-related businesses. The local economy is influenced heavily by recreation and hospitality, with consistent activity tied to fishing seasons, hunting seasons, snowmobile tourism, and summer lake use.

From a real estate perspective, waterfront properties in northern Wisconsin are often viewed as long-term recreational assets due to the limited supply of large acreage parcels, substantial lake frontage, and proximity to public land. Properties with established infrastructure and access to year-round recreation tend to appeal to a broad range of buyers, including private owners, family retreats, and hospitality or vacation rental operators.