✦ Grand Opening Weekend Extravaganza — Ribbon Cutting Fri. June 12 at 11am · Grand Opening Events & Specials Sat. June 13, 9am–Midnight ✦
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Now Open!
115 W Spring St  ·  Chippewa Falls, WI
Northwood Game Haven — Stash the Otter

The Chippewa Valley's Newest Adventure

Northwood Game Haven

Board Games  ·  Trading Cards  ·  Retro Gaming  ·  Events  ·  Overnight Lodging

The Chippewa Valley's first dedicated board game café, retail shop, and event center — with private gaming rooms, a multi-level river deck lounge, and overnight suites. Built for everyone, from first-timers to lifelong hobbyists.

✦ Teach & Play on Any Game ✦ Thousands of Games ✦ Valley's Largest Craft Soda Selection ✦ Retro Console Library ✦ River Deck Lounge ✦ Overnight Lodging
Grand Opening Weekend Extravaganza Friday, June 12th & Saturday, June 13th, 2026 ✂ Ribbon Cutting · Fri. June 12 at 11am  |  Events & Specials · Sat. June 13, 9am–Midnight

115 W Spring St  ·  Chippewa Falls, WI

🎟️ Click for Quest & Prizes ↓ 🎉 Grand Opening Weekend Specials ↓ 🏴‍☠️ Unlock Stash's VIP Summer Treasure Chest ↓

The Chippewa Valley's First of Its Kind

Northwood Game Haven is more than a game store. We're a full-service gathering place where complete newcomers and lifelong hobbyists sit at the same table. Our staff will teach you any game in our library. Our exclusive Journey system gently guides first-timers into the hobby. And when the night runs long, you can stay.


Thousands of games. Private rooms with real character. A retro video game library spanning a dozen classic consoles. The Chippewa Valley's largest craft soda selection. And a multi-level lounge deck overlooking the river and downtown Chippewa Falls — all under one roof at 115 W Spring St.


Same great food. New interactive atmosphere. We've partnered with beloved local restaurants to bring full menu items right to your table, private room, or overnight suite — no need to leave the game. Order in, stay in the zone.

The Chippewa Valley's First Game Haven Valley's Largest Craft Soda Selection Teach & Play The Journey System Retro Video Game Library River Deck Lounge Overnight Lodging

Everything Under One Roof

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Game Library & Café

Thousands of titles — from 2-player games to large party games, classics like chess, cribbage, and Mahjong, and everything in between. Reserve a table, pull a game, and stay awhile. The Chippewa Valley's largest craft soda selection keeps every session refreshed.

Valley's Largest Craft Soda Selection
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Teach & Play

Never played a board game before? No problem. Our staff will sit down and teach you any game in our library — no rulebook required, no experience needed. Just show up curious and we'll handle the rest. Gaming is for everyone, and we mean it.

Perfect for First-Timers
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The Journey System

Completely new to the hobby? Our retail floor is built around our exclusive "Journey" system — a guided path that introduces newcomers to modern board gaming with no overwhelm and no jargon. Just discovery, one great game at a time.

Exclusive to Northwood
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Retail Shop

Board games, trading card games (MTG, Pokémon, Riftbound & more), accessories, and local goods. New and used inventory. Whether you're a veteran collector or buying your very first game, we'll help you find exactly the right fit.

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Retro Video Game Library

A dozen classic consoles — NES through GameCube and beyond — stocked with the best games for each platform. Check out any system with any room reservation. Play on authentic CRT TVs in The Depths, or hook into the modern immersive A/V systems in The Holt, Stash's Den, The Lodge, and The Adventurer's Rest — all featuring 86" 4K Smart TVs with surround sound with both modern HDMI and classic retro console hookups. A curated collection years in the making.

Included with Any Room Reservation
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River Deck Lounge

A multi-level outdoor lounge deck overlooking the Chippewa River and downtown Chippewa Falls. Tables and chairs are set up and ready so you can pull out a game and play while taking in the fresh air and river park vibes — one of the best views in the city, with a game on the table to match.

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Private Karaoke Experience

Belt out your favorites in total privacy — just you and your crew. Karaoke is available in The Holt, The Lodge, The Adventurer's Rest, and Stash's Den (our personal favorite karaoke room — something about that otter energy just hits different). Book your room by the hour and bring the house down on your own terms.

Book Any Room by the Hour
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Private Event Rooms

Book The Holt, Stash's Den, The Depths, The Lodge, or The Adventurer's Rest for birthday parties, private game nights, TTRPG campaigns, corporate events, and more. Birthday cake and celebration treats are always welcome at no extra charge with room rental — and our Bring Your Own Food add-on unlocks full flexibility for your group, complementing our full restaurant food options and large soda & snack selection.

The Lodge and Adventurer's Rest can be rented as day-use play rooms when they're not booked as overnight suites. All rooms (except The Depths) feature 86" 4K Smart TVs with surround sound indoors, with both modern HDMI and classic retro console hookups. The Depths features 3 premium CRT TVs for authentic retro atmosphere.

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Overnight Lodging

Two unique overnight suites — The Lodge and The Adventurer's Rest — for guests who want to make a full weekend of it. Each suite is themed, fully equipped, and bookable through VRBO. Book 2 or more consecutive nights and receive one additional consecutive night free — Grand Opening special for June & July 2026 stays.

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Catered Events

From intimate couple date nights to singles mixers — Northwood Game Haven is the perfect backdrop for connection. Whether you're meeting someone new or celebrating someone you've known forever, join us along the adventure of life.

Book Your Event
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Hosted Events & Birthday Parties

Weekly game nights, TCG tournaments, learn-to-play sessions, open play events, and more. Something happening every week — full calendar coming soon. And for that special celebration: birthday parties are a favorite here. Bring your birthday cake or celebration treat with any private room rental — it's on us! Want to go further? Ask about our Bring Your Own Food add-on for a fully personalized party experience. We've got multiple great options to make any birthday legendary.

Our Spaces

Every corner of Northwood Game Haven has its own character. From lively commons to intimate private rooms to overnight suites — explore what's waiting for you.


Private rooms are available for hourly rental — even outside normal business hours. Book any single room or combine all of them for an exclusive takeover. Every rental experience is fully customizable à la carte:

⏱ Hourly Bookings — Any Time 🧙 Game Guru Concierge 🎲 10,000+ Titles Pre-Arranged on Arrival 🎂 Birthday Parties Welcome — Bring Your Cake! 🎤 Private Karaoke Experience 🛏 Overnight Extras (Food, Laundry & More) 🍔 Bring Your Own Food & Drinks Add-On

Board games, card games, RPGs, yard games, party games, collectible card games, video games — the list of what we don't have is shorter than what we do. Ask for your favorites and we'll hook you up across 10,000+ titles.

Private Room
The Depths

The ultimate D&D lair. Antique glass cabinetry with RGB ambient lighting, authentic CRT TV gaming across 3 premium vintage CRT TVs, and a bar to keep the adventure going. The most immersive room in the house — and like all our rooms, equipped with retro console hook-ups.

The crown jewel of The Depths is the Game Theory "D&D Table of Adventure" — a one-of-a-kind masterpiece exclusively designed in collaboration with Wizards of the Coast. Loaded with all the bells and whistles: accessory trays, dice vaults, GM screen mounts, and premium accessories that elevate every session to legendary status.

Bookable by the Hour
🏡 Photo Coming Soon The Holt
Private Room
The Holt

🦦 "A holt? That's what you call an otter's burrow — my cozy home in the wild! Here at the Haven, The Holt is YOUR cozy home for big adventures." — Stash

Our largest private room and the premier TCG draft room in the valley. The Holt's generous layout seats large groups in drafting comfort, with ample table space for Magic: The Gathering, Pokémon, and any CCG format. Also scales beautifully for large miniatures battles, corporate events, conferences, and any occasion that demands a room as big as your ambition.

Features an 86" 4K Smart TV with surround sound — perfect for game play, watching a big sports event or special occasion together, private karaoke with your crew, movie nights, team meetings, or corporate presentations. Connects to both modern HDMI and classic retro video game consoles.

Bookable by the Hour
🦦 Photo Coming Soon Stash's Den
Private Room
Stash's Den

🦦 "Welcome to my Den, friends! Make yourself at home — I insist!" — Stash

Stash's personal corner of the Haven, and one of the most uniquely versatile spaces in the building. The Den features two separate connected rooms, giving you the flexibility of private breakout space while staying together. Step directly onto the private back deck — exclusive access to soak in the riverside atmosphere, gather around food and drinks, enjoy the A/V experience indoors, or play a board game in the fresh air. All simultaneously, if you want.

Inside, find two Game Theory Tables — including one at bar height for a different kind of session energy. Features an 86" 4K Smart TV with surround sound, perfect for gaming together, sports or movie nights, karaoke, and everything in between. Connects to modern HDMI and classic retro consoles. Great for TCG nights and campaign sessions; for large-scale TCG drafts, The Holt is your best bet.

Bookable by the Hour
🎲 Photo Coming Soon The Commons
Open Play Area
The Commons

The lively heart of Northwood Game Haven. Open tables, thousands of games to choose from, craft sodas within reach, and a community of players ready to welcome you. Walk in, pick a game, sit down.

Open to All
🌊 Photo Coming Soon The Deck
Outdoor Lounge
The Deck

A multi-level outdoor lounge deck overlooking the Chippewa River and downtown Chippewa Falls. Craft sodas, fresh air, and one of the best views in the city. Board game tables are available on the deck — enjoy your favorite games alongside the river park atmosphere and fresh air. The perfect spot to unwind, play, or just breathe between sessions.

Seasonal
🏕️ Photo Coming Soon The Lodge
Overnight Suite · VRBO
The Lodge

A premium overnight suite anchored by a custom super-premium poker table and a fully equipped bar — just add your favorite liquid libations. Northwoods warmth and style throughout. Make a whole weekend of it. Bookable through VRBO.

Book on VRBO
⚔️ Photo Coming Soon The Adventurer's Rest
Overnight Suite · VRBO
The Adventurer's Rest

A D&D-inspired overnight suite featuring the official Game Theory "Table of Adventure" — the same legendary table found in The Depths. Fully equipped bar ready for your favorite liquid libations. Fantasy atmosphere, full amenities, and everything you need for a legendary stay. Bookable through VRBO.

Book on VRBO

Grand Opening Specials

The Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Friday, June 12th at 11am kicks off the full Grand Opening Weekend — and the specials, giveaways, and events run all the way through Saturday, June 13th (9am–Midnight) and Sunday, June 14th. Attend the Ribbon Cutting and you'll have a chance to win one of several FREE GAMES we'll be giving away right then and there. Then stick around — the whole weekend is packed with deals across the board.

🦦 "Psst — hey, you! Yes, you. Don't forget to complete my Quest, too. There's even more free stuff waiting for the adventurers who find the hidden cache. The clues are in Volume One... I've said too much." — Stash

✂️ Ribbon Cutting Exclusives
Friday, June 12th · 11am · First Come, First Served

Attend the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and you're in for some exclusive opening-day perks — while supplies last:

  • 🎲 Free Board & Card Game Giveaway — We're giving away several games right at the ceremony. Show up, be part of the moment, and you might walk away with something new to play.
  • 🗝️ Free Stash's Cache Pull — One pull per person from our legendary antique Cache cabinet. Each drawer holds a surprise — could be a game, a promo, swag, or something truly unexpected. What will Stash have hiding for you?
Stash's Cache — antique pull cabinet

Stash's Cache

🥤 Food & Drinks

• 20% off all snacks
• Free craft glass-bottle soda tastings
• Buy 3 craft sodas, get 1 free

🃏 Retail Deals

Free board game bag with $100+ purchase
• 20% off exclusive "Journey" showcase board & card games
• 10% off all CCG singles
• 🏆 Sign up for FREE VIP Membership at Grand Opening and unlock a full summer of savings — 10–50% off across the board through August 2026!

🕹️ Retro Gaming

Free open-play video gaming on 7 screens — CRT & modern 4K — all Grand Opening Weekend (June 12–14, 2026)

🌙 Lodging Offers

• Book 2 or more consecutive nights and get an additional consecutive night free (The Lodge or The Adventurer's Rest — must be in June or July 2026)
• 50% off play room rentals — $5/hr (4 hr min, bookings for June & July 2026)

🏆 Special Events

Kingdomino Tournament — Free entry, trophy + certificate + free game copy prizes
• Free crafting (materials & instruction) — premium wall art & miniature displays
• Open-play yard games
• Free food, snack & drink samples all weekend

🎮 Organized Play Promos

Exclusive Organized Play kits, promos, prizes, and special content for games including (but not limited to):
CATAN
Star Wars: Unlimited
Star Wars: Battle of Hoth
Heat: Pedal to the Metal
7 Wonders
7 Wonders Duel
7 Wonders Architects
Arkham Horror: The Card Game
Marvel Champions: The Card Game
Riftbound: League of Legends TCG
Additional OP content and promos to be announced — follow us on Facebook!

Stash's VIP Summer Treasure Chest 🏴‍☠️

🦦 "I've been collecting shiny things my whole life. Now I'm sharing the loot — sign up FREE this weekend and I'll keep filling your chest all summer long!" — Stash

Sign up for our FREE Customer VIP Program during Grand Opening Weekend and unlock a tiered treasure chest of savings — the more you play, the more you save. For the rest of summer (June, July & August 2026):

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10% Off
All purchases over $100*
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20% Off
All event entry fees
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30% Off
Day room rentals
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40% Off
Additional consecutive overnight nights (with purchase of 2+ nights)
50% Off
Crafted coffee — Nespresso Vertuo hot beverages — all summer long

🦦 Sign up FREE at the front desk · Grand Opening Weekend only (June 12–14, 2026)

*VIP discount cannot be stacked with other discounts or product promotions. "Rest of summer" discount period runs June 1 – August 31, 2026. 10% discount applies only to purchases of $100 or more.

Stash's Quest · The Volume One Challenge 🎟️

You Found the Loot Voucher!

Complete the Quest. Claim Your Loot. Compete for Glory.

Every adventurer who completes Stash's Quest and brings their Loot Voucher into Northwood Game Haven during the month of June receives:

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Free Craft Soda
Your choice from our legendary craft soda selection — on us.
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Free Game Haven Swag
Official Northwood Game Haven swag — yours for completing the quest. Examples include: bit trays, stickers, shirts, coasters, and coupons.

⚠ Bring your Loot Voucher during Grand Opening Weekend (June 12–14) and you'll also be entered for a chance to win the ultimate prize:

🏆 Grand Prize
A Two-Night Consecutive Stay in One of Our
Super-Premium Gamer Suite VRBOs
The Lodge  ·  The Adventurer's Rest
Must be booked within 30 days of winning · Stay must occur within the 2026 calendar year · Nights must be consecutive · Official Rules & Eligibility

🗓 Any Loot Voucher redeemed June 1–30 · Grand Prize drawing from June 12–14 vouchers only · Official Rules

Find the Hidden Cache

⚔ The Northwood Quest ⚔

Somewhere in the Chippewa Valley, a cache has been hidden — sealed within it, a reward waiting to be claimed at Northwood Game Haven during our grand opening month.

To find it, you must seek two halves of a puzzle. The clues are hidden in plain sight — tucked within the pages of Volume One Magazine.

Look closely at both ads. Find the codes. Decipher the order. Follow the coordinates. Claim your Loot Voucher — then bring it to Northwood Game Haven anytime in June for a free craft soda of your choice and free Game Haven swag. Glory is its own reward. But there's more.

Bring your Loot Voucher in during Grand Opening Weekend — June 12–14 — and you'll be entered for a chance to win a two consecutive-night stay in one of our exclusive overnight gaming suites. The Lodge. The Adventurer's Rest. Two nights, back to back — yours to claim. (Drawing rules & eligibility ↗)

Gather your party. The quest begins now.

Begin Your Quest → Pick Up Volume One

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