Friedenswald • Merrill, Wisconsin
A peaceful place to slow down and make memories.
Escape to the woods for a unique upper barn vacation rental or a cozy glamping cabin in our campground. Explore the trails, linger by the pond, and end your day around the fire.
Whether you’re planning time together or a quiet getaway, we’d love to welcome you to Friedenswald.
Find your kind of getaway
A barn retreat or a campground escape? Choose the stay that feels right for you—or book all three for a larger group.
Upper Barn Retreat
Step through the silo library and follow the handcrafted stairs to a welcoming upper barn retreat. A memorable place for a family getaway or time with friends.
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Owl’s Nest
Enjoy a cozy glamping cabin in our woodland campground. Spend your days outdoors and settle into a simple cabin for the night.
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Pooh’s Hideout
A little storybook charm for your campground getaway. Take a break from the busy days and enjoy the woods at your own pace.
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Book All Three
Bring your favorite people together. Reserve the upper barn and both cabins for your larger group, with sleeping space for up to 11 across all three stays.
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A little peek at Friedenswald
Take a moment to look around our little corner of the Wisconsin Northwoods. Your next getaway could begin right here.
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Picture Yourself Here? Check DatesLeave a little room for doing less
Wander the wooded trails. Pause at the covered bridge. Enjoy the pond and waterfall, or share stories around a fire. Sometimes the best part of getting away is having time for the little things.
Friedenswald brings together handcrafted charm and a peaceful woodland setting near Merrill, Wisconsin—a place to reconnect with nature and the people you love.
We’re Laura and Bob. Welcome!
We started with a simple dream: a cabin up north to share with our children and grandchildren. Bob kept building and creating, and our family getaway grew into a place we now love sharing with guests.
Our Christian faith shapes the care we put into hosting, and everyone is welcome here. We hope you’ll feel comfortable, cared for, and free to slow down.
Get to Know UsA few things to know
What’s the difference between the barn and the cabins?
The upper barn is a vacation rental reached through the silo stairway. Owl’s Nest and Pooh’s Hideout are glamping cabins in our campground. Check the individual listings for the amenities and bathroom arrangements that suit your trip.
How do I check prices and book?
Our Houfy listings show current rates and available dates. Choose your stay and enter your dates to review the booking details.
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Of course! We’d love to help you choose a stay that fits your getaway.
Send us a questionKind words from our guests
A few guest review excerpts displayed on Houfy, originally posted on Airbnb. Guest names are omitted.
“Bob and Laura go out of their way to provide a memorable stay.”
“Great unique place to stay. Hosts were great, always making sure you have everything that you need.”
“We had a great stay and our host was very responsive and considerate.”
Your peaceful getaway starts here.
Come slow down, breathe, and make a few memories at Friedenswald.
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