Northwoods Retreat
22 S TOMAHAWK AVE, Tomahawk, WI 54487 · Lincoln County
Establishment
- Type
- Lodging (Tourist Rooming House - 1 TRH)
- Inspected by
- Lincoln County Health Department
- License / ID
- ERAY-DEAKG9
- Status
- Permitted
- Phone
- (774) 534-6920
- Official record
- Lincoln County Health Department inspection reports
Year by year
| Year | Inspections | Violations | Serious |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 5 | 1 |
| 2025 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
Inspections
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Jun 18, 2026 Follow Up · 1 non-critical, 1 repeat
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
Nonabsorbent mattress cover or mattress surface
The multiple mattresses are not provided with a nonabsorbent mattress protector that covers the entire sleeping surface.
Correction: Provide a nonabsorbent mattress protector that covers the entire sleeping surface or have an easily cleanable nonabsorbent mattress surface.
Code ATCP 72.20(8)(d)
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
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Apr 1, 2026 Routine · 4 non-critical
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Serious
Critical
Smoke alarms provided
Smoke alarms are not provided within each individually keyed unit.
Correction: Provide smoke alarms within each individually keyed unit at the locations specified in rule.
Code ATCP 72.18(11)(a)
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
Smoke alarm installed in each sleeping room
A smoke alarm is not within each sleeping room. Multiple bedrooms do not have a smoke alarm.
Correction: Provide a smoke alarm within each sleeping room.
Code ATCP 72.18(11)(b)3.
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
Building evacuation diagram (TRH) - posted or provided
The building evacuation diagram is not conspicuously posted in each sleeping room or is not provided in the check-in materials.
Correction: Post the building evacuation diagram in each sleeping room or provide in the check-in materials given to guests.
Code ATCP 72.18(6)(b)1.
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Not serious
Non-critical
Nonabsorbent mattress cover or mattress surface
The multiple mattresses are not provided with a nonabsorbent mattress protector that covers the entire sleeping surface.
Correction: Provide a nonabsorbent mattress protector that covers the entire sleeping surface or have an easily cleanable nonabsorbent mattress surface.
Code ATCP 72.20(8)(d)
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Serious
Critical
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Mar 14, 2025 Pre-inspection · 3 non-critical
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Not serious
Non-critical
UTENSIL SANITIZATION - CLEANING PROCEDURES
Dishwasher is not NSF certified for residential use. In lieu of an NSF certified dishwasher or 3 compartment sink to wash, rinse and sanitize dishes, please post the sign provided with this report.
Correction: All multi-use utensils must be washed, rinsed and sanitized using approved methods, equipment and chemicals. Provide approved 3 compartment sink or approved commercial dish machine for this purpose. Test sanitizer strength in manual/mechanical methods. Provide means of testing hot water sanitization, if applicable. No utensils for food contact may be washed in a guestroom lavatory.
Code [A] ATCP 72.11 (3)(a)
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Not serious
Non-critical
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Bottom of outside stairs leading to the deck is ice covered. Ensure all walkways are free of items that can cause slips, trips or falls.
Correction: Maintained establishment in a manner conducive to the health, comfort and safety of its guests.
Code [C] ATCP 72.15 (1)
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Not serious
Non-critical
MATTRESS PAD PROVIDED/SUFFICIENT SIZE
Mattress pads are missing on the beds in rooms 2 and 6.
Correction: Provide a mattress pad that completely covers the mattress.
Code [H] ATCP 72.11 (5)
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Not serious
Non-critical
Source: Lincoln County Health Department. History last read Oct 15, 2026. Violation text is the inspector's wording. “Serious” is the source's own top tier. About this data.