10599 Big Arbor Vitae Dr
Woodruff, WI 54568
Waterfront Pub w/ Residential Apartment · Retail Property For Sale

A Rare Auction Opportunity! For the first time in decades, Slo’s Pub—a Northwoods landmark—will sell at public auction to the highest bidder. More than a pub, this property offers a thriving business, residential living space, and 232 feet of premier lake frontage on one of the region’s most desirable lakes. Located on Big Arbor Vitae Lake, this one-acre property combines a well-established tavern and grill, full commercial infrastructure, and onsite living quarters—all set against the backdrop of pristine Northwoods beauty. Buildings & Improvements Tavern & Commercial Kitchen (Main Level – 2,952 sq. ft.) -Spacious bar and dining area with lake views Fully equipped commercial kitchen, including: -4-bay deep fryer -Commercial dishwasher -7x8 walk-in cooler (basement access) -3 refrigerators -3 freezers Sale includes all furishings, including dining tables, hightop tables, chairs and barstools. *No consumables materials/food/liquor/beverages included in sale Upper-Level Apartment – 1,160 sq. ft. -3 bedrooms / 1 bathroom -Spacious 28x16 living room and kitchenette -Newer vinyl double-hung windows throughout -Exclusive access to 13x9 lookout deck overlooking Big Arbor Vitae Lake Chef’s Quarters -Separate 13x9 bedroom with private bathroom, perfect for staff housing or short-term rental flexibility Basement – 1,926 sq. ft. -Storage and mechanical space -Walk-in cooler Waterfront & Site -232 ft. of prime lake frontage on Big Arbor Vitae Lake, known for its crystal-clear waters, excellent fishing, and year-round recreation -Private dock with 8 boat slips, ideal for lakefront patrons -1-acre lot, with expansion or redevelopment potential Additional Structures -24x24 detached garage with 2 overhead doors -10x20 garden shed (newly installed) Utilities & Systems -Electric: 400-amp service panel via Wisconsin Public Service -Natural Gas: Wisconsin Public Service -Water: Private well service -Septic: Conventional system with grease filter and four holding tanks, fully replaced in 2007 Financial Snapshot -2024 Tax Bill: $3,022.72 (Parcel #2-2702) -Well-established, documented business revenue. *Business sales revenue available by request and by appointment for well-qualified, serious buyers only. Business & Lifestyle Potential -Well-established as a gathering place for locals, tourists, and outdoor enthusiasts (snowmobile/ATV/motorcycle-friendly) -Turnkey tavern operations with living quarters onsite—ideal for an owner-operator or as a combined business + investment property -Rare opportunity to own both a Northwoods bar & grill brand and hard-to-find lakefront acreage Auction Terms -The property will be sold at Public Auction to the highest bidder. Buyers Fee: 5%. See full auction terms for more details concerning earnest money, payment and closing. Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime chance to combine business ownership, lakefront living, and investment upside in one complete package!