Who We Are
Wilder Stays Property Management is a full service vacation rental management company servicing central and northern Wisconsin. We specialize in legally compliant high performing short term rentals across urban rural, lake, and resort communities. Our approach is compliant-first, meaning every property we manage is properly licensed, permitted, and aligned with state and local regulations before it ever goes live.
We operate in municipalities with established short term rental ordinances, as well as townships and rural areas with limited regulation ensuring clarity and protection for every owner we work with.
Service Area
We service Iron, Vilas, Oneida, Langlade, Price, Taylor, Forest, Lincoln, Marathon, Wood, and Portage County.
Our Services
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We guide you through securing the correct permits and licenses to ensure your property is fully compliant and set up properly from day one.
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Professional listing creation, SEO-optimized descriptions, high-converting copy, and dynamic pricing to maximize revenue and occupancy,
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Smart dynamic pricing strategies to increase nightly rates and optimize occupancy year-round.
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24/7 guest communication, screening, booking coordination, and review management to maintain a 5-star experience.
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Cleaner scheduling, quality control, maintenance coordination, and supply restocking to keep your property guest-ready at all times.
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Multi-platform calendar syncing and booking management to prevent gaps and maximize income.
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Occupancy tax coordination and reporting support to keep everything organized and stress free.
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Clear monthly reporting with transparent financials and timely owner payouts.
Design That Feels Like Home
A great short term rental should feel like home the moment guests walk through the door. We design warm, inviting spaces that guests instantly connect with while making sure every detail is thoughtfully planned. From layout and furnishings to décor and finishing touches, we handle the details so you don’t have to guess what works. When you hire us, you get a professionally designed space that’s ready to welcome guests and earn great reviews.
Wilder Stays was founded by Allison Honkanen, a Wisconsin-based property manager and real estate professional with deep roots in the Northwoods.
In a world that moves fast, we believe there’s something grounding about mist on the water, tall pines overhead, and peaceful mornings at the lake. Our mission is to protect the character of the Northwoods while creating elevated, comfortable spaces that allow guests and homeowners alike to experience it fully.
We don’t just manage properties, we care for them with intention, position them strategically, and create stays that bring the wilder out in all of us.
Our Why
Contact us
If you’re ready to maximize your property’s potential while protecting what makes it special, we’d love to connect. Reach out today to learn how our hands-on property management approach can increase revenue, reduce stress, and keep your home professionally cared for year-round.