Lake Lodge w Pool Table & Water Toys - Close to Town
Right on the snowmobile trails!
This updated Northwoods Swiss Chalet sits on clear Curtis Lake in beautiful Minocqua. Nice, 1 acre wooded lot w a large yard & private driveway. The house is situated on the back of the property, just steps from the lake. Relax & take-in the wildlife on the lakeside wrap-around deck. Sandy frontage beach for swimming. Private dock w pedal boat & kayaks - boat across the lake to Minocqua Prime for an old fashioned & fish fry! Lakeside firepit. Grill & yard games. Screened-in gazebo w dining set. 1-car attached garage w additional fridge/freezer. Keyless entry & security camera.
4 bed/2 bath. 2100 sq ft. The open floorplan inside is great for big groups & the spacious main level boasts towering ceilings w barn beams & a knotty pine open staircase. Gorgeous, original built-in dining hutch. Smart home features w Amazon Alexa throughout the entire house. Free access to cable/internet, Disney+, ESPN+, Hulu+, HBO Max, Netflix, Amazon Video & tons of purchased movies/shows. Desk/work area. Game room features an 8' Brunswick pool table, dart board, various games & a 65" 4K FireTV! Main living area also has a 70" 4k FireTV. Fully-equipped kitchen, recently remodeled w stainless steel appliances (including DW). New 4'x4' kitchen island w quartz top & an Alexa Echo Show 8 for entertaining. 7' Mahogany 20th century-style dining table. New luxury plank flooring throughout. Both full baths were remodeled in '21 as well. All 4 bedrooms have walk-in closets w clothing storage, Alexa Echo Dot alarm clocks & luxury beds. Washer/Dryer & PET FRIENDLY!
Enjoy a private, relaxing vacation or venture around the fabulous Minocqua for endless entertainment. Restaurants, bars, candy shops, antiques/shopping, zoo, ziplines, go-cart tracks, golf & mini-golf courses, horseback riding, hiking & biking trails, ATV & snowmobile trails, beaches, year-round events/festivals, great fishing & so much more!
-WHAT PEOPLE LIKE- I have tried to think of everything you will need to relax while you're on vacation. Here's what people say they love most about this home: *Beautiful, wooded property w wrap-around deck & remarkable views of the lake *Open concept floorplan w cathedral ceiling; spacious for lg. groups/families *Minimal steps down to the lake & firepit overlooking the water *Paddleboat & kayaks to explore the lake *Boat or walk over to the Minocqua Prime Supper Club right across the lake! *Great lake for fishing and swimming *Very large driveway with plenty of parking *Unique, screened-in gazebo for outdoor dining *Feels private & great lake setting, yet so close to all the fun *The game room & pool table! *Nice modern, quality amenities; very clean, comfortable & well-stocked throughout *Alexa smart home features & 4K FireTVs w all the free entertainment Here's what you might not love: *Gravel driveway (new in '21) *In-wall A/C units (stays plenty cool but can be a little noisy) *All 4 bedrooms are on the 2nd floor (plus 6 memory foam rollaway beds and crib) *Basement has a hard-surface epoxy floor (has lg. area rugs, new furnace system & space heaters - stays warm)
LAKE HOUSE DETAILS & AMENITIES KITCHEN/DINING: The open kitchen is well equipped w dishes, utensils, pots/pans, coffee maker, blender, etc. along w all the appliances & smallwares you'll need for your vacation, including a dishwasher. Walk-in pantry. All new stainless steel appliances w additional fridge/freezer in garage. 4'x4' new island w quartz top & Alexa Echo Show 8 w Amazon Music Unlimited. Located inside front door. Open to dining/living areas. Dining room has gorgeous, original built-in hutch & 7' Mahogany 20th century-style table. LAUNDRY: There is also a full-size washer & dryer for your convenience. LIVING ROOM: Spacious great room open to dining/kitchen area has towering ceilings w lg. beams & a knotty pine open staircase. It's a very lg. area w an oversized leather sectional couch. 70" 4K FireTV w home theatre audio system, cable/int., Disney+, ESPN+, Hulu+, HBO Max, Netflix, Amazon Video & tons of purchased movies/shows. Desk/work area. BEDROOMS (all w walk-in closets, Alexa Echo Dot alarm clocks & on 2nd floor) *Bedroom 1 (master): Tempur-Pedic king bed; 43" 4K FireTV *Bedroom 2: Serta massaging queen bed; 43" 4K FireTV *Bedroom 3: 2 bunk beds; chalkboard painted wall; kids table set *Bedroom 4: Luxury queen bed w down featherbed topper; baby crib BATHROOMS Bathroom 1: 1st floor near front door/kitchen; tub/shower; 48" marble vanity; add'l 36" base cabinet/countertop; add'l shelving & storage cabinets; makeup mirror; hair dryer Bathroom 2: 2nd floor near bedrooms; walk-in shower; 48" vanity; makeup mirror; hair dryer; curling iron; flat-iron GAME ROOM: The 300 sq. ft. game room is located in the newly finished basement. Boasts an 8' Brunswick pool table, dart board, various games & 65" 4K FireTV w home theatre audio system. OUTDOOR FEATURES: 1-car attached garage w fridge/freezer, plenty of driveway parking, yard games, grill, firepit, deck w various patio furniture, 3 additional folding tables, sandy frontage for swimming, dock, paddleboat, 2 kayaks & screened-in gazebo w table & chairs.
-RESTRICTIONS- Primary renter must be at least 22. No parties (family & business gatherings are fine) No smoking inside (ext. ashtrays at front & back doors)
Pet friendly! Enjoy your vacation!!
Servicios en la propiedad
Playa
Tumbonas de playa
Esquí
Esquí de fondo en las inmediaciones
Internet
Disponible en la casa: wifi gratis
Aparcamiento y servicios de transporte
Las opciones de aparcamiento de las instalaciones incluyen garaje
Cocina
Cafetera y tetera
Frigorífico
Hervidor eléctrico
Horno
Isla de cocina
Lavavajillas
Licuadora
Máquina de hielo
Microondas
Placa de cocina
Tostadora
Vajilla y utensilios de cocina
Restaurante
Mesa de comedor
Dormitorios
5 dormitorios
Se proporcionan sábanas
Baño
2 baños
Bañera o ducha
Ducha
Jabón
Papel higiénico
Se proporcionan toallas
Secador de pelo
Zonas comunes
Mesa de comedor
Entretenimiento
Biblioteca musical
Estéreo
Juegos
Libros
Smart TV con canales por cable o satélite
Videoteca
Zonas al aire libre
Hogar
Jardín
Mobiliario exterior
Parrilla de barbacoa
Patio
Servicios de lavandería
Lavadora
Lavandería
Espacios de trabajo
Escritorio
Silla de despacho
Confort
Aire acondicionado
Calefacción
Mascotas
Se aceptan mascotas
Solo se admiten perros
Total de 3 mascotas
Características especiales/accesibilidad
Alfombras en las zonas comunes
Suelo de gravilla en las zonas comunes
Espacios para fumadores
Servicios e instalaciones
Plancha o tabla de planchar
Aspectos destacados de la ubicación
Cerca de un hospital
Cerca de un spa o balneario
Cerca de un zoológico
Frente al agua
Junto a un lago
Actividades
Barco
Kayak
Mesa de billar
Zona recreativa o sala de juegos
Casino en las inmediaciones
Caza en las inmediaciones
Ciclismo de montaña en las inmediaciones
Equitación en las inmediaciones
Esquí acuático en las inmediaciones
Golf en las inmediaciones
Kayak en las inmediaciones
Lanchas motoras en las inmediaciones
Natación en las inmediaciones
Observación de aves en las inmediaciones
Paseos en moto acuática en las inmediaciones
Paseos en motonieve en las inmediaciones
Paseos para ver animales salvajes en las inmediaciones
Patinaje sobre hielo en las inmediaciones
Pesca en las inmediaciones
Práctica de trineo en las inmediaciones
Rutas de senderismo/ciclismo en las inmediaciones
Medidas de seguridad
Detector de monóxido de carbono (el propietario ha indicado que hay un detector de monóxido de carbono en el alojamiento)
Detector de humo (el propietario ha indicado que hay un detector de humo en el alojamiento)
Recibirás un correo electrónico del anfitrión con las instrucciones para hacer el check-in y el check-out.
La información proporcionada por la propiedad podría estar traducida con herramientas de traducción automática.
Mascotas
Se aceptan mascotas
Se aceptan animales de servicio (sin cargo)
Se aceptan perros únicamente
3 como máximo
Se aplican restricciones: para obtener más información, comunícate con la propiedad al número que figura en la confirmación de la reservación.
Nota del anfitrión: $99 pet fee
Niños y camas adicionales
Los niños son bienvenidos.
Hay cunas disponibles a pedido en la propiedad.
No se permiten fiestas ni eventos
No se permiten fiestas ni eventos grupales.
Información importante
Importante
Puede aplicarse un cargo por cada persona adicional, según la política de la propiedad.
Es posible que se solicite un documento de identidad con foto emitido por las autoridades gubernamentales, y una tarjeta de crédito, débito o depósito en efectivo en el check-in para cubrir cualquier gasto imprevisto.
Las solicitudes especiales no se pueden garantizar. Están sujetas a disponibilidad al momento del check-in y pueden conllevar cargos adicionales.
No se permiten fiestas ni eventos grupales.
El anfitrión indicó que hay un detector de monóxido de carbono en la propiedad
El anfitrión indicó que hay un detector de humo en la propiedad
Las medidas de seguridad de la propiedad incluyen extintor de incendios, botiquín de primeros auxilios y cerradura de alta seguridad
Vrbo, nuestro sitio asociado, administra este hospedaje. Recibirás un correo electrónico de Vrbo con un enlace que te llevará a tu cuenta de Vrbo, donde podrás cambiar o cancelar tu reservación.
Información de la zona
Esta casa de vacaciones se encuentra a orillas del agua, en Minocqua. La belleza natural del área puede apreciarse en Kemp Natural Resources Station y Minocqua Park Complex, y los puntos de interés incluyen Centro artístico Campanile Center for the Arts y Holiday Acres. ¿Viajas con niños? No te pierdas Rock Falls Riding Stable LLC, o asiste a un evento o partido en Pista de patinaje sobre hielo Lakeland Hawks. Disfruta de las montañas con pistas de ski cross-country y pistas cercanas, y aprovecha para practicar actividades como moto de nieve y patinaje sobre hielo. Visitar nuestra guía de viaje de Minocqua
Aeropuerto de Oneida County (RHI): 37 minutos en auto
Restaurantes
McDonald's
6 min en auto
Starbucks
6 min en auto
Black Bear Bar & Grill
2 min en auto
Lida’s
5 min en auto
Northern Waters Distillery
9 min en auto
Preguntas frecuentes
¿Lake Lodge w Pool Table & Water Toys - Close to Town acepta mascotas?
Sí, esta propiedad acepta perros (límite de 3). Es posible que se apliquen algunas restricciones. Comunícate con la propiedad para obtener más detalles.
¿Cuánto cuesta hospedarse en Lake Lodge w Pool Table & Water Toys - Close to Town?
Al 1 jun. 2026, el precio más bajo encontrado por una noche de estadía para dos adultos en Lake Lodge w Pool Table & Water Toys - Close to Town el 23 jun. 2026 es de US$ 405, y no incluye impuestos ni cargos. El precio se basa en la tarifa por noche más baja encontrada en las últimas 24 horas para los próximos 30 días. Los precios están sujetos a cambios. Selecciona tus fechas para ver precios más precisos.
¿Cuánto cuesta el estacionamiento en Lake Lodge w Pool Table & Water Toys - Close to Town?
Hay estacionamiento disponible en la propiedad.
¿A qué hora es el check-in en Lake Lodge w Pool Table & Water Toys - Close to Town?
Hora de inicio de check-in: 16:00.
¿A qué hora es el check-out en Lake Lodge w Pool Table & Water Toys - Close to Town?
Check-out: 10:00.
¿Dónde se encuentra Lake Lodge w Pool Table & Water Toys - Close to Town?
Esta casa de vacaciones para familias de Minocqua se encuentra a orillas del agua, a 5 km de Minocqua Park Complex, Parque natural Wildwood y Lakeland Area Dog Park. Centro artístico Campanile Center for the Arts y Holiday Acres también se encuentran a 10 km.
Opiniones de Lake Lodge w Pool Table & Water Toys - Close to Town
Opiniones
Magnífico
Todas las opiniones que se muestran provienen de experiencias de huéspedes reales. Solo las personas que han reservado una estadía con nosotros pueden enviar su opinión. Verificamos las opiniones con base en nuestras pautas y las publicamos todas, tanto positivas como negativas.
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Clean, convenient to town, and well stocked supplies. Great place to relax with a large family.
Dana O.
Se hospedó 2 noches en diciembre de 2025
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Amanda H.
23 jun. 2025
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Convenient location
Easy water access in a beautiful location- close to the highway for quick trips to town and the grocery store. The house was very well stocked and appreciated all of the helpful labeling and cots to help configure sleeping as we needed. Our group enjoyed the kayaks and evening fires outside.
Amanda H.
Se hospedó 4 noches en junio de 2025
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Matt H.
2 ene. 2025
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Lovely Stay For XC Skiing
While the snow was not as abundant as we had hoped, the locations proximity to Minocqua Winter Park was perfect and the space was warm and welcoming.
Matt H.
Se hospedó 3 noches en diciembre de 2024
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Priscilla K.
24 abr. 2025
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Great Place to Relax!
Traveling with a group of our church youth to a student competition, we needed a place to spend the night. This house was EVERYTHING I dreamed it would be. With plenty of space, lots of activities to let the teens relax after a long road trip, and very nice layout! We loved it! Super comfortable and reasonably priced.
Priscilla K.
Se hospedó 1 noche en abril de 2025
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Ann Marie J.
1 oct. 2023
Le gustó: Check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Girls weekend!
Overall it was a great house!
Ann Marie J.
Se hospedó 3 noches en septiembre de 2023
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Cliente verificado
1 jun. 2023
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Great stay in a great location
This house was on a nice little lake across from and nice dinner spot. Was close to town
Cliente verificado
Se hospedó 2 noches en mayo de 2023
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Travis S.
26 ene. 2025
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Great Winter Get away.
Nice ice fishing spot. House was clean and warm. Enjoyed the weekend. We will be back.
Travis S.
Se hospedó 3 noches en enero de 2025
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Chad S.
3 ago. 2023
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Love Minocqua
Everything was wonderful. Thank you for a great time.
Chad S.
Se hospedó 5 noches en julio de 2023
Opinión verificada
8/10 Buena
Marcia M.
19 jul. 2025
Le gustó: Check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
No le gustó: Limpieza
Lake House
We enjoyed our Minocqua stay! The lake is gorgeous and house holds up to all the pictures shown. Lots of little touches made our stay extra easy: coffee k-cups, tons of towels, extra roll away beds that can be placed in the closets of the bedrooms to help, plenty of fans to keep the bedrooms cooler. The kayaks were so fun to use out on the lake but the paddleboad's rudder wasn't working. Easy fishing from the dock was a great bonus too.
Marcia M.
Se hospedó 4 noches en julio de 2025
Opinión verificada
6/10 Aceptable
A S.
26 ago. 2025
Le gustó: Check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
No le gustó: Limpieza
The property’s location is excellent. Close to grocery stores, lake minocquoa, bear skin trail head. The kitchen has many items you may need and a spacious fridge/freezer. There is a pub you can boat to in lake Curtis but the lake does not allow for motorized boats (lake is quite small). Fun for young kids and playing around. The fire pit outside is nicely setup. The host was responsive when there were concerns.
A S.
Se hosped ó 4 noches en agosto de 2025
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Ryan C.
29 ene. 2023
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Great Rental
Easy process, plenty of space and very clean.
Ryan C.
Se hospedó 3 noches en enero de 2023
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Leeland V.
20 nov. 2024
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Great stay!
Wonderful night. Pool table was great. Fire and view were great too!!
Leeland V.
Se hospedó 1 noche en noviembre de 2024
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Erica U.
24 ago. 2022
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Summer Vacation
It was wonderful! The house had everything we needed and the proximity to town was a plus! It was just what we needed for our annual summer vacation! We hope to come back next year!
Erica U.
Se hospedó 5 noches en agosto de 2022
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Kade V.
12 feb. 2023
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
It was wonderful!
Excellent weekend getaway for group of young adults! House was fully equipped with everything we could’ve needed and very cleanly. Spacious enough to spread out and enjoy one another’s company. Highly recommend and hope to be back,
Kade V.
Se hospedó 2 noches en febrero de 2023
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Jeanine H.
12 ago. 2025
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
There was plenty of entertainment available right at the house, as we had one rainy day, so kids played pool, darts, air hockey and foosball. Televisions are large and new. There was plenty of bath towels, wash cloths, shower supplies. there was ample cleaning supplies in the kitchen. The view was perfect, only sad that all the boats weren't working.
Jeanine H.
Se hospedó 3 noches en agosto de 2025
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Dennis V.
3 feb. 2024
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Winter 2024
The snowmobile trails weren’t open, so this house on Curtis Lake helped us take those blues away on our family getaway. Spent most of the time cooking, watching the football games and playing a lot of the games that were there. A great family vacation and would definitely return.
Dennis V.
Se hospedó 4 noches en enero de 2024
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Lindsey C.
8 ene. 2023
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Amazing!
Josh’s place was awesome! We came with a large group, including 4 kiddos under 5. Very family friendly, has just about everything you need. Josh was also very accommodating with the check in process. We would love to come back!
Lindsey C.
Se hospedó 2 noches en enero de 2023
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Jason Y.
10 feb. 2023
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Snowmobile riders dream.
Rented the house for myself and my buddies to go snowmobiling from. Right on Curtis lake, and directly across from Minoqua Prime steak house. (Amazing steaks and food, highly recommend!!)
House had plenty of room for us, and we really liked the large common areas. Beautiful property, we will be back!
Jason Y.
Se hospedó 2 noches en febrero de 2023
Opinión verificada
8/10 Buena
sharie S.
19 ene. 2025
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación
Chalet Weekend
Older property, needs updates
sharie S.
Se hospedó 2 noches en enero de 2025
Opinión verificada
8/10 Buena
Malinda H.
18 ago. 2024
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Great Location
The house was very well stocked with kitchen supplies, plenty of paper products including toilet paper, paper towels, and garbage bags. There were areas of the house that could have been cleaned better. The kids enjoyed the lake swimming, kayaking, and fishing. They were able to catch fish right from the dock. Location is secluded but yet close to many things to do.
Malinda H.
Se hospedó 7 noches en agosto de 2024
Opinión verificada
4/10 Mala
Paula W.
28 jul. 2024
Le gustó: Check-in, comunicación, ubicación
No le gustó: Limpieza
Not worth it!!!
Some areas inside were clean but many areas have been neglected. Truthfully the place needs a thorough cleaning inside and out. Mice poop inside and outside on the front porch, bags of discarded dog poop left by the stairs in the back yard. A window in one of the bedrooms didn’t close all the way. The place is extremely over priced for what it had to offer.
Paula W.
Se hospedó 3 noches en julio de 2024
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Ana A.
9 may. 2023
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Entertaining and beautiful views!
Great location with a nice lake view. Rode the Kayaks on a beautiful sunny morning and it was the nightlight of our stay. We enjoyed grilling our burgers and carne asada ! The fire pit was great for our smoores, kept us nice and cozy in the night. When it was raining outside we enjoyed the pool table and darts! Everything was easily assessable since it was labeled. The only thing I would mention is the deer on the way there. Please be careful with the animals crossing at night. Be aware of them so you don’t hit them. Other than that it was an awesome little vacation. Lots of beds and lots of blankets to keep you warm ! Will def be back !
Ana A.
Se hospedó 3 noches en mayo de 2023
Opinión verificada
8/10 Buena
Debbi R.
20 ago. 2025
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Overall, the rental was pretty good. The bad: We did have an issue when we first arrived, but we were able to put a bandaid on it for the week we were there. Luckily we had 3 handy guys on the trip that could temporarily fix it. The owner compensated us for that. I expected the house to be more secluded however, the neighbors on either side were very close. Also, the house was overall clean but the floors needed swept and the dishwasher was full of dirty dishes. Now the good: The lake view was gorgeous and we loved the dock and boats. We fished, swam and kayaked. The back porch had amazing scenery/views in the morning. The house was big and comfortable and had plenty of room for the 10 of us. Different beds had different mattresses so all I can review is the master. I need that mattress! It was so comfortable, I haven't slept that well in ages. Some rooms got a little warm but there were fans and it was bearable. That being said, we always run a litte hot so it could have been just us. The location was perfect for everything we wanted to do. The house was well stocked with essentials and some extras. I do recommend this rental as a nice getaway.
Debbi R.
Se hospedó 5 noches en agosto de 2025
Opinión verificada
6/10 Aceptable
Kathy Z.
1 ago. 2024
Le gustó: Check-in, comunicación, ubicación
Vacation on a small lake
House on the inside was nice enough,except for the many levels of stairs. Going up and down was hard on the knees for older people. Railings would be nice. Bathtub needs to be cleaned more thoroughly. Water filter on fridge needs to be changed. Outside the house could have been nicer if the entrance to the door would have been cleaned off with a leaf blower quickly. A good first impression is very important. Also, putting a railing by the steps to the lake would also have been nice. The property is close to the Wildwood Zoo and Minocqua. And Sheri's Pub and Grub was a nice place to wait until check in time. We had fun with the paddle boat, kayaks, pool table.
If certain things get addressed, the stay will be much better.
Kathy Z.
Se hospedó 3 noches en julio de 2024
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Corabel S.
10 feb. 2023
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Perfect for groups, great location
The location was great - right off the highway so we didn't have to worry about driving uphill in deep snow, and close to Walmart for quick grocery trips. This cabin is great for groups - a large dining table, lots of TVs, a fun game room in the basement for kids and adults. We cooked a lot so it was really nice that everything was labeled - saved us time in finding things! I let the host know ahead of time that we have a toddler and a dog, and he added so many extra touches that went a long way. Both bathrooms had a step stool for the toddler, one bathroom had a changing table, there were even kid-friendly plates/utensils/cups. The queen room has a real crib so we didn't have to bring a pack n play. There were dog bowls and two long tie out leashes which was great too!! Only thing to note is that there is a Keurig machine but no standard coffee maker. If you have a group, definitely buy k-cups (3 free cups were provided) or bring your own coffee maker. Love this cabin and will likely re-book next winter.