



Welcome to The Bucktail Hideaway, your home away from home on the shores of beautiful Grindstone Lake in Hayward, Wisconsin. Grindstone Lake offers the perfect setting for a relaxing getaway in every season. Whether you're spending the day fishing, boating, swimming, or simply enjoying the peaceful lake views, you'll quickly discover why so many visitors return to this area year after year.
Located just 10 minutes from downtown Hayward, The Bucktail Hideaway gives you the best of both worlds: easy access to local restaurants, shops, events, and outdoor attractions while providing the privacy and tranquility of a lakefront retreat. We've recently completed extensive renovations and upgrades throughout the property, adding new spaces and amenities designed to help guests make the most of their stay


• Private Dock
• Kayaks
• Paddleboards
• Floating Swim Raft
• Lakeside Fire Pit
• Horseshoes
• Cornhole
• Ladder Golf
• World-Class Fishing on Grindstone Lake
• Indoor Bar with Lake Views
• Pool Table
• Dart Board
• Shuffleboard Table
• Foosball Table
• Pop-A-Shot Basketball


• Hot Tub
• Sauna
• Private Workout Room Featuring:
• Weight Rack & Bench
• Elliptical
• Treadmill
• Exercise Bike
• Resistance Bands
• Medicine Balls
• Ab Roller
• Floor Mats
This lake is known for its beautifully clean and crystal-clear water. It’s one of the area’s most loved lakes, surrounded by a diverse shoreline of sandy beaches, wooded areas, and quiet coves that make it perfect for relaxing or exploring.
Whether you’re here to relax, swim, fish, or spend the day on the boat, Grindstone has something for everyone. The lake is especially popular among anglers, with excellent walleye, musky, bass, and northern pike fishing throughout the seasons.
It’s a true Northwoods gem and the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy lake life.


Hayward is one of Wisconsin’s premier Northwoods destinations, known for its beautiful lakes, endless outdoor recreation, and small-town charm. Visitors come from all over to experience world-class fishing for musky, walleye, bass, and panfish, as well as boating, swimming, hiking, and exploring the area's scenic forests and waterways.
Throughout the year, Hayward hosts popular events that bring visitors from across the country, including the Lumberjack World Championships, Musky Festival, and the American Birkebeiner ski race. Whether you're visiting for a fishing trip, family vacation, or a relaxing getaway on the lake, Hayward offers something special in every season.