Ganster Island
3870 Pedersen Trail : Phelps, WI 54554
Vilas County, Wisconsin
Farm Description
Renowned Gangster Island on sought-after North Twin Lake. Majestic escape, with water as your only neighbor. Priceless sunrises and sunsets from the 9 acre island. Over 2,700' of rock/sand shoreline. Nearby mainland access is included! Extremely rare offering, just North of Eagle River, amidst the National Forests in the heart of Wisconsin's N'Woods playground. Crystal clear waters (2,788 AC), outlined by wooded-rolling hills, showcase depths of up to 60'. History of the Island: Originally owned by a principal of Hart, Shaffner & Marx clothiers; then in the 1920's and 30's the personal physician of Al Capone (story be told the island was patrolled by guards with machine guns, coining the identification of Gangster Island!); from 1940-93 the famed Kohler Family owned and was utilized as a WI Governor's summer retreat; and since owned by Camp Birch Knoll Girls Camp. The historic 6 bdrm/2 bath home has electricity, well and septic. Additionally there is a nostalgic 700sqft lkside bldg.
