My wife and I decided it was about time to introduce our kids (14 & 10) to the lake life we enjoyed when we were kids. Coming from the Chicago area, there really are a million options up north, so we weren't sure where to start looking. My brother in law vacations in Wisconsin multiple times a year and suggested Minocqua. We came across Driftwood via an online search and saw that it had a rich history and new ownership, so we decided to give it a try.
We were NOT disappointed. We spent a perfect weekend up at Lake Mercer and the kids loved it. They tried paddle boarding, water skiing, kayaking, and tubing and absolutely loved it. We saw bald eagles, woodpeckers & loons, also a first for us. There were many cozy and fresh cabins from which to choose, the traffic on Mercer Lake was extremely limited, there were plenty of canoes, kayaks and boats from which to choose and we got delicious Friday Fish Fry take out from a nearby restaurant, whose employees were very appreciative of our business during this time. The grounds of the resort are very well maintained and you can tell this venture is a labor of love for the new owners. Nothing but positives from our stay at the Driftwood. Highly recommended!

My first time to DWL and I love it! The property is beautiful, the hosts are gracious, and the lake is pristine! 

Memorial Day Weekend was filled with fun, memories, stunning views and extraordinary service from Driftwood Lodge! Our family was never bored and tried many new activities during our stay. Kayaking, Canoe trips, Boating, tubing and water skiing. We were able to bond with our children again without the interruption of electronics and social media. Stunning views for our morning coffee, bird watching and breath taking sunsets. The new owners made sure we had everything we needed and we can't wait to visit again! Their love for the Resort, North Woods and their customers really shows!

First stay for my family of 4 at Driftwood. We have a 19 year old daughter and 10 year old son. Even with this wide range of ages, our family each found something special at Driftwood.  Many of activities available for all ages. Great cabins and even more welcoming and attentive owners at Driftwood. We cannot wait for our return trip there.  Thank you !!!

Just got back from my first trip to Driftwood Lodge, and let me just say I will definitely be going back! Perfect little spot on Lake Mercer! I felt completely comfortable letting my children explore the lake in the available kayaks and paddle boards, even though it was a busy weekend on the lake (very little boat traffic). Owners are wonderful! Can’t wait to go back soon!

Recently visited the Driftwood with the family and let me say this...we will be going back very soon!   Great hospitality from the owners, comfy cabins, incredible views, great fishing spots, lots of fun boating & kayaking, nights sitting by the fire, and incredible sun sets.   Amazing. 

We were very very pleased with our stay at Driftwood. We were in the Pine Aire Cabin; it was clean and very comfortable. It is truly a beautiful, serene place. Aaron was awesome at answering any questions we had when we arrived. We ended up having to leave a day early due to some medical issues with my mother. The way that Aaron handled this was so awesome and I can not thank them enough for being so understanding, caring and accommodating. We will definitely be back and hopefully get to spend more time there! Thanks for Everything Aaron!

We have been coming to Driftwood Lodge for the past 23 years. Every year is always a treasure and we have a family now with 27 people here this year. Our older grandchildren came up as babies and now are grown up. So much for everyone to do and I am the grandmother just watching everyone having fun. We have a few now living in Boston, St. Louis and Denver and all were here for a few days. Several have grown up with other lakes and now thoroughly enjoy how peaceful it is at Driftwood Lodge. Everyone is respectful out on the lake and the new owners are such very lovely people with children who all pitch in to help. Wonderful. Hope we have another year of this time to be together.

We had a wonderful time with our family (Grandparents,Aunts,Uncles, lots of cousins of all ages). We rented 4 units to accommodate everyone. The lake is beautiful and the views of the sunset were magnificent.