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1920s Capone's Luxury Tent #10 (A-Frame Style)

The island just off POV’s shore was owned by Al Capone’s doctor. Goons with tommy guns patrolled its outer shores. Gangsters hid out in these lakes during Prohibition, smuggling Canadian whisky south to Chicago. This A-frame luxury tent — the most secluded site in the campground — is decked out with historic Capone photographs and memorabilia. The lam never looked this good. Sleeps 6.

Unit Description

During Prohibition, the Wisconsin Northwoods were Al Capone’s backyard. The island just off POV Resort’s shore was owned by Capone’s personal physician, and it’s said that armed goons patrolled its outer shores while gangsters used these remote lakes to hide out and move Canadian whisky south to Chicago. The same lakes your kayak will cross tomorrow. This A-frame luxury tent — a replica of the canvas tents used in the 1920s and 30s, and perhaps on this very shoreline — is the most secluded glamping site at POV Resort, curated with historic photographs and Prohibition-era memorabilia as part of America’s first Living History Museum of Camping.

Private, wooded, and completely off the grid from the other campsites, it has a covered porch with a view deep into the forest — no neighbors in sight, just trees, stars, and the firepit glow. Inside: a queen bed and two full futons sleeping up to 6, plus a kitchen table. Outside: charcoal grill, hammock, tiki torches, two picnic tables, and a private firepit. Shared gas grill station with provided tanks in the campground. A POV Power Station powers phones, laptops, fans, CPAP machines, and low-draw appliances. Mulch ground cover — no mud. Propane space heater provided — bring or purchase 1 lb canisters. Parking for two vehicles; overflow at the bathhouse.

NO PETS ALLOWED.

History of Camping - 1920s

Capone’s Tent | Dillinger’s Tent | Baby Face Nelson’s Tent

By the 1920s, the automobile transformed American camping. Families drove to unmarked clearings, fastening tents to the chassis, rolling cots out on the forest floor. Wisconsin’s Northwoods became a destination of a different kind — Chicago’s most powerful gangsters found that remote lakes and pine forests offered something money couldn’t buy in the city: invisibility. Al Capone fished these waters. The island off POV’s shore was owned by a Capone associate. John Dillinger hid just miles from here. You’re sleeping in a replica of the tents they used — in the very woods they chose to disappear into.

Beach at POV Lake Resort, Wisconsin Glamping

Crystal Clear Lake & Beach

Huge private beach with roped off swim area and swim platform to do summer up right.

Canoing and Kayaking at POV Lake Resort, Wisconsin Glamping

Complimentary Kayaks, etc.

Kayaks. Canoes. Paddleboats. Paddleboards. All free and on site - so you don't have to waste time or $ renting your own.

Yard Games at at POV Lake Resort, Wisconsin Glamping

Super Fun Sports & Yard Games

Pickleball. Basketball. Sand Volleyball. Horseshoes. Ring Toss. Badminton. Tug of War. Bocce Ball. Frisbee.

Game Room at POV Lake Resort, Wisconsin Glamping

Next Level Game Room

Billiards. Vintage arcade games. A huge tv and sound system to watch the game. Tons of board games and puzzles. Foosball.

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Amenities Included

POV is more than a cabin or glamping rental, it is a resort. Part of what makes POV Resort so special is our amenities included. We do have high-speed wifi throughout the main resort – so if you need to send an email or stream a movie on a rainy day, we’ve got you covered. Boat slips are available to rent.

Our base rates include more amenities than you would expect from any other Northwoods experience, including access to:

    • Access to Common Spaces/Amenities: Bathhouse, Newly-Renovated Rec Building, Coin-Operated Laundry Room, Fishhouse
    • Access to Outdoor Amenities: Beach/Docks, Basketball Court, Playground, Sand Volleyball, Horseshoes, Tetherball, Ring Toss, Pickleball, Trails, Wood Swings, Hammocks, Beachfront Shower
    • Use of Non-Motorized Boats (Free): First-come-first-serve for kayaks, canoes, paddleboats, paddle boards

There is also a general store on site for guests’ needs selling bait, pantry items, beer/wine/spirits, other beverages, toiletries, ice, camping supplies, and firewood. Visit https://povorder.com to see our full inventory.

Upgrade Your Stay

If you are interested in renting any of our fishing or pontoon boats look here to book & to see more info.  Or, if you bring your own boat, rent one of our slips

Book the best Romantic Getaway in Wisconsin with POV Resort’s Romance Package — $175 package. Cozy up with your special someone with romantic vacation on the lake! Get peace and quiet at the nicest Northern Wisconsin cabin rentals found nestled in the woods.

Select any of our cabin or glamping options and surprise your loved one with a romantic getaway for two.

Romantic Getaway Package includes ($225 value):

  • 10% off your stay
    • A $75 gift certificate to one of the following choices:
        • Craftsman American Tavern – seriously awesome craft food and drinks – and games to add some whimsy to your weekend away
        • Mary Kate’s Wine Bar – a nation-wide award-winning hotspot — and a perfect romantic spot with amazing charcuterie boards, flatbreads and more; unparalleled selection of wines as well as beers, spirits, N/A options, and more!
    • Bottle of bubbly, wine, or craft beers (requires proof of age)
    • Gourmet S’mores Kit 
    • Custom gorgeous handwarmer mugs
    • Deluxe hot cocoa 

To book, make your selection during the online checkout process or call us at 715-204-4111. 

MAKE SURE TO ADD THE 10% ROMANCE DISCOUNT THROUGH THE CHECK-OUT PROCESS (CODE: POVROMANCE). 

Fishing at POV

Really Great Fishing

We're not kidding - we have one of the best lakes for fishing & one of the best of Lake Resorts in Wisconsin.

Ice Fishing at POV Lake Resort, Wisconsin Glamping

Excellent Ice Fishing Too

North and South Twin Lakes are one of the nation’s premiere ice fishing bodies of water.

Snowmobiling at POV Lake Resort, Wisconsin Glamping

Super Fun Snowmobiling

We are the ideal destination for your next snowmobile trip - come explore miles & miles of fun!

HIking at POV Lake Resort, Wisconsin Glamping

Simply the Best Hiking

Beautiful trails on site and nearby (waterfalls too!) make for some of the best hiking in the Midwest.