Two (2) Nights Lodging and continental breakfast at historic Stouts Lodge, located on a privately owned island in the middle of Red Cedar Lake in northern Wisconsin. 

Description
Stouts Lodge is an historic island retreat located in the middle of Red Cedar Lake near Rice Lake, Wisconsin, and can be accessed only via boat or sea plane.  The Lodge is open from the end of May until the end of October.  Retail value $400+.  See www.stoutslodge.com for details.

History
In 1900, Frank D. Stout inherited part of his father’s lumber fortune, moved to Chicago and within a few years was one of the wealthiest men in the country.

In 1903, when his company built a special railway station near the island, Frank Stout moved his family and his servants northward from Chicago for the summer months. Modeled after the famous Adirondack camps, the lodge was built with four-inch thick plank floors and carved beams imported from Germany. Cabins were erected for his children and other buildings included a three-launch boathouse, servant and guest quarters, and a recreation hall.

In 1912, Stout realized that the original design decision to leave the bark on the logs used for construction of his retreat was a mistake - they had become bug infested - so he imported a trainload of cedar logs from Idaho and rebuilt the entire complex as you see it today. In all, it is documented that he spent over $1.5 million - in 1915 dollars - to create his island sanctuary.

Lodging
There are 43 guest rooms available in the historic Main Lodge, Shore Lodge and surrounding cabins. All are comfortably furnished, many with antiques. Each room has a private bath and many have fireplaces and/or screen porches.

Dining
The restaurant is located in the beautiful Main Lodge with windows overlooking the lawn and the lake. The seasonal menu emphasizes fresh, locally grown foods, features regional specialties with a North Woods feel, and is open for breakfast (guests only), Sunday brunch, lunch and dinner. In addition, we offer complete bar service, including an interesting and extensive wine and beer list. The patio, with views over the croquet lawn and the lake, can be enjoyed anytime of the day or night. The nightly bonfire complete with S’mores round out a delicious eating experience at the Lodge!

Continental Breakfast (served from 7:30 - 9:30 am Wednesday - Sunday) Our complimentary continental breakfast, for Lodge guests only, includes freshly baked breakfast breads, fresh fruit, cereal, oatmeal, hot beverages and fruit juices.