Panoramic View of Lake Wisconsin from Inside-Open Floorplan-Cathedral Ceilings!
Location: Poynette, Lake Wisconsin, South Central, Wisconsin, USA (On Lake Wisconsin midway between The Dells and Madison!)
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 6-8)
Keywords: Relaxing, fun, Lake Wisconsin house, cabin, cottage, pier, fish, swim, dogs, on Lake WI, Pontoon Rental exclusive for guests,lodge, ski, snow
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Good times and relaxation are what you’ll find when renting our furnished vacation home on Lake Wisconsin. Whether you spend your time on the water or the ski slopes, visiting area attractions, or relaxing at the house, you’ll find plenty to do with your family and friends!
Water's Edge Retreat is conveniently located midway between Madison and the Wisconsin Dells, and is just off Hwy. 90/94/39. It’s only 90 minutes from Milwaukee, 3 hrs from downtown Chicago, 2 hrs from Dubuque, and 4 hrs from Minneapolis. University of Wisconsin/Madison (UW) is just 30 minutes away. Visit your college student and stay in comfort!
Inside you'll find Three Bedrooms and One recently updated Bath with a walk-in Shower. We are happy to provide towels for showering, but ask that you bring your own beach/outdoor towels. Each bedroom is furnished with your comfort in mind. The Master bedroom has a King bed, vaulted ceiling, 32" TV w/Digital cable/DVD, and Sliding Glass Doors that open onto the deck with a view of the lake. The 2nd Bedroom has a Queen bed and 20" TV w/Digital Cable DVD/VHS and the 3rd Bedroom has 2 Twin beds and 20" TV with Digital Cable and DVD. There is a Queen Sleeper Sofa and Twin Sleeper Chair in the living area where you can awaken to a Panoramic View of Lake WI.
The Newly Renovated Kitchen has everything you need to prepare and serve your meals. It is part of a GreatRoom along with the living and dining areas, and a Gas Fireplace. They are all accented by a Cathedral Ceiling and 22’ of windows that provide a breathtaking view of Lake Wisconsin!
Relax outside on the Wrap-around Deck that overlooks Lake WI and it's islands. There’s a gas grill and plenty of deck furniture to enjoy your meals outside. There's also a Fire Pit in the yard for roasting marshmallows or keeping warm on cool evenings. First crate of firewood is free.
We have a 22' 2006 Pontoon Boat available for Rent exclusively to our guests beginning mid-May to Oct, weather permitting (previous boat driving experience required). Check our website link below for more details. You can launch your own boat just down the street for free and dock it at our pier. The water is 3-4 feet deep at the end of the pier which allows ample room for bigger boats. Lake Wisconsin has Walleye, White Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Muskie, Crappie and Catfish and is connected to the Wisconsin River which gives you access to even more fishing and areas to explore. Enjoy Bald Eagles soaring overhead, Turtles basking in the sun on fallen trees, hummingbirds feeding at the honeysuckle vines, and Herons fishing along the shore. During spring migration season, you can even spot White Pelicans fishing in the bay or flying gracefully in the sky.
Feel like lounging inside? We have Board Games, Puzzles, N64 Video Game System with Controllers and Games, and a 52” HD Plasma Flatscreen TV with Surround Sound, Digital Cable, DVR, DVD, VHS and movie channels. What better way to watch your favorite teams play or enjoy a good movie than on the Big Screen! Feel free to bring your own movies, or watch some of the ones we have in our library. Listen to our CD's or yours and play tunes from your iPOD on the stereo while you relax.
Our 60' wide Driveway has plenty of parking space with one 30' deep slot to accomodate a boat/trailer, jetskis or snowmobiles.
FALL/WINTER: You'll witness spectacular views no matter what the season! Rolling hills and beautiful countryside are the perfect setting for viewing fall colors and quiet winter landscapes. Take a drive to the Wollersheim Winery for their Year-Round Tour, Ski Area Slopes or Cross Country Trails, Winter Eagle Watching/Festival, Gibraltar Rock, MacKenzie Environmental Center, Pumpkin Patches, Apple Orchards, Antiques Shops and State Parks.
AREA SKI SLOPES: Cascade Mountain (15 min) and Devil's Head (25 min) ski slopes are all just a short drive from the house. Nearby Mirror Lake and Devil's Head have excellent cross-country ski trails and equipment rentals.
Enjoy Lake Wisconsin's snowmobile trails, ice-skating, ice-fishing, tubing and local cross country ski trails right in your own backyard! ATV & Snowmobile races are sometimes held on the lake. Watch from inside the house or join the other spectators out on the frozen lake! BRING YOUR ICE SKATES - make your own ice rink right in your backyard - shovel provided! Winter and early spring are the best times for Eagle Watching and each year the Eagle Festival is held in late January. After a day on the slopes, return to your own private 'lodge' with hot tub, 52' HD TV, surround sound, vented indoor gas fireplace and outdoor firepit.
SPRING/SUMMER/FALL: Your Private Pier awaits you with plenty of space to park all of your water toys, or Rent our 22', 2006 Pontoon Boat. The water at the end of the pier is 3-4’ deep for docking boats, fishing or swimming! There's even a bench to wait for the fish to bite or watch the sun rise and set. Just a short drive away is a small playground and ankle deep wading beach perfect for small children, dogs and launching canoes. Pier will be in the water mid-May to Oct, weather permitting. House has Central a/c plus ceiling fans throughout.
When you are ready to come inside, rinse off with the outdoor hot water shower.
** High Chair available upon request.
Come relax or play at Water’s Edge Retreat! Whatever you choose to do, you will be comfortable and entertained while surrounded by the natural beauty that comes from being on the beautiful shores of Lake Wisconsin!
Lake House ~ Cabin ~ Cottage ~ Lodge ~ Hot Tub
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Central Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided : Indoor towels provided for showering.
- Washer
- Dryer
- Off Street Parking : Plenty of space for your vehicles
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : Additional Extra long (30+') parking space large enough for your trailer and vehicle
- Gas Fireplace : Beautiful stone, vented fireplace.
- Beds
- King Bed : Plenty of space on side of King bed for your portable crib. Sliding glass doors to deck overlooking the lake.
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed (2)
- Convertible Bed (2) : Queen and Twin size sleepers in living area.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (4) : Digital High Definition, Bose Surround Sound 52" Plasma Flatscreen with Digital Cable and DVD/VHS in living area, 32" Flatscreen with Digital Cable/DVD in King, 20" w/DVD in Queen and Twin Bedrooms.
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : Choose from an assortment of family & children's DVD's and VHS tapes!
- Video Game Console : Classic N64 system, games and controllers
- Video Games
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library : Stereo is iPOD-ready with a dock/charger.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Newly Renovated Kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances, Blender, Stainless Steel Pots & Pans, Griddle, Dishes, Flatware, Utensils, Coffee Maker, Grinder & Filters, Dishcloths, Dish Towels, Potholders, 1 roll of Paper Towels, Dish Soap, some Spices and MORE! Sorry, we do not have a Crock Pot but you are welcome to bring yours!
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator : Ice Maker in freezer
- Dishwasher : Detergent provided
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : Runs on natural gas
- Deck/Patio : Plenty of seating overlooking beautiful Lake WI!
- View/Location
- Lakefront : Lake Wisconsin is right in your backyard with your own pier in 3-4 feet of water. Perfect for docking boats, fishing, swimming, ice-skating, ice-fishing, snowmobiling and more! Pier, Dock and Pontoon will be in the water mid-May to October, weather permitting. Pontoon available for rent for Water's Edge guests exclusively. Must have previous boat driving experience.
- Communications
- Telephone : Cordless phone with answering machine and speaker phone plus second cordless handset with charging base. Free long distance, no international calls allowed.
- Free Long Distance
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Bring your laptop for checking email or getting a little work done. Also helpful for researching area activities!
- Other Amenities
- Large wrap-around deck overlooking lake, Queen & Twin Sleeper Sofas in livingroom, Gas Stone Firelace, 52-inch HD Flatscreen Plasma TV, DVD, VHS, Stereo, Wireless Internet (WiFi), view of Sunrise, Sunset and Lake Wisconsin, linens and indoor towels provided, Outdoor Firepit, seasonal Outdoor Hot Water Shower, Flatscreen TV/DVDs in King, Queen & Twin Bedrooms. Binoculars and Telescope in living area - perfect for viewing the lake and surrounding area. Highchair available upon request.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : Approved dogs welcome with daily fee of $20 per pet.
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations) : There are some steps to get into the house, but once inside, all living space is on one floor with easy access to large wrap around porch. Walk in shower.
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : Must be 24 years of age unless part of a family group, or approved by owner.
- Smoking Not Allowed : No smoking allowed indoors. Large ashtray provided for outdoor use only.
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Antiquing
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Other Activities
- Downhill Ski Slopes and tubing at near-by Devils Head and Cascade Mountain (special offers for kids!), cross-country ski trails at Devil's Head and Mirror Lake, Wollersheim Winery tours, McKenzie Environmental Center. Water's Edge guests with previous boat driving experience can Rent our Pontoon or smaller fishing boats locally, Paintball, Merrimac Free Car Ferry, Lake Wisconsin Country Club Golf Course, Lake Wisconsin Tour, Charter Boats, Baraboo Circus World Museum, State Capital Building-Madison, Ho Chunk & DeJobe Casinos, and much more.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
LOW:*1/6-5/16/12-$550/2nt- $695/3nt -$1350/7nt.$175 add nt
MID:Sept 4 to Oct 19, '12. May 16-June 9 '12 $795/3nt min..$1550/7nts.$200 add nts
PEAK: Jun 10-Sept 3, 2012 - $2100/7nts Weekly Rentals Only - Pontoon Rental
RATES FOR 1-6 PEOPLE. Additional per person fee $25/nt or $125/wk, MAX 8 guests
**MIDSEASON/Holiday RATES & 3 nt min apply Mem/Labor wkn/Thx/Chrst/NY holiday wks
Each Approved pet $20/nt -- Normal Sunday Check-in 4pm, Check-out 11am
$350/$250 Damage/Security Deposit required; returned w/in 14 days of departure
Rates include cleaning costs, indoor towels & linens. Please add 5.5% WI Sales Tax
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
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- Panoramic View of Lake Wisconsin from Inside-Open Floorplan-Cathedral Ceilings! - Poynette, Wisconsin Lake Home Rental
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- Swim, Fish, View Sunsets from Your Private Pier - Rent our 21' Pontoon Boat! - Poynette, Wisconsin Lake Home Rental
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- Another Breathtaking Sunset over Lake Wisconsin! - Poynette, Wisconsin Lake Home Rental
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- Newly renovated kitchen w/plenty of space to prepare meals & enjoy the view!
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- Master Bedroom w/King, 32'' TV/DVD & Sliding Doors to Deck w/nature & Lake View!
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- Queen Size Bed with 20'' Flatscreen TV, DVD/VHS
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- Fall is great for Beautiful Colors, Great Fishing, Hiking and Relaxing!
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- Fishing is Great!! A 27" Northern Pike Caught on the WI River.
Traveler Reviews (49)
Water's Edge on Lake Wisconsin
Guest: Kathleen
(Pewaukee, Wi.)
Date of Stay: 07/25/10
Review Submitted: 08/03/10
From the time you open the door, until the time you leave, you will have experienced one of the true gems of lake living. Relax, and float, fish, hot tub, go for a boat ride, all the amenities that make your stay special. Enjoy evenings of peace and quiet as you sit on the deck, and watch the world go by. You may even catch a glimpse of an eagle cruising by. Go for a boat ride and see the expanse of Lake Wisconsin, and the Wisconsin river. It was amazing to be in our fishing boat and see the depths of the different areas of the lake and river. There are plenty of areas to explore, and restaurants to try. Our evenings were spent, after sunset, to watch movies on the 52" television with bowls of popcorn. The home is secluded in a way that you can walk around in your swimsuit and not feel like a geek. It was fun. The best part for us was sharing and reconnecting with our family! PS The home is pet friendly, we brought our 6-1/2 year old golden retriever, which we brought her crate for when we were away, who enjoyed the lake, and sat on the deck with us.
Owner response:Kathy - we're glad that you and your family had such a good time at Water's Edge Retreat this summer and look forward to having you back. Summer of 2011 reservations open up in October - I'll be in touch then! Thank you, Mary & Randy
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Great Place!
Guest: JT
(Elk Grove Village, IL )
Date of Stay: 12/29/11
Review Submitted: 01/13/12
This was our second stay at this place and as always it was awesome!!! The house is big and clean and you can find everything you need there. The location is perfect and the view is great! The owner is very friendly and very pleasant to deal with. We were there in a winter time, so we also enjoyed some winter activities, such as snowmobiling, skiing and just walking and playing outside. Our family, friends and dogs enjoyed the stay so much and were very happy! Thank you, Mary!!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
A wonderful home away from home.....
Guest: Kim
(Stevensville, MI)
Date of Stay: 08/28/11
Review Submitted: 09/08/11
Water's Edge was such a nice home to stay at for our vacation. Every amenity was thought of and the home was so clean and nicely decorated. Waking up every morning to such a gorgeous view was breathtaking. Being that we were there towards the end of summer, we had a few cool nights and the hot tub was wonderful and relaxing. The guys fished off the dock every day and caught several kinds of fish. Mary was a pleasure to deal with and helped make this vacation so enjoyable. We loved our stay and are certainly hoping to come back.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Great Time at Water's Edge Retreat
Guest: Jeremy Z.
Date of Stay: 09/02/11
Review Submitted: 09/06/11
What a great place the Water's Edge Retreat is! The positive experience began with my first email to Mary who was very prompt in replies and very easy to work with to get our stay locked down. We were lucky enough to find Labor Day weekend open on fairly short notice! My wife and I, my parents and my brother and his two young kids had plenty of space. The three bedrooms are all good sized and well appointed. The living quarters are immaculate and the deck, hot tub and boat dock are awesome as well. Upon arrival, we found a couple of nice welcome gifts that were certainly appreciated. It is apparent the Mary and Randy know what it takes to satisfy guests and they go above and beyond! HIghly recommended!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Fantastic Vacation
Guest: Jayne
(Oglesby, IL)
Date of Stay: 06/11/11
Review Submitted: 06/25/11
Our family just spent a week at Water's Edge! What a wonderful vacation!!! This house is amazing and one of the best that I've found on Home Away. The house is well equipped with everything you could ever need.... the views of the lake are breathtaking thru the living room windows. The location is fantastic - just 2 plus hours from our Illinois home. Mary and Randy take great pride in their home and treat their guests very well!! The hot tub is wonderful! I highly recommend this home very highly!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+.
Wonderful lake house
Guest: Jill
(Villa Park, IL)
Date of Stay: 05/27/11
Review Submitted: 06/19/11
My friends and I had an amazing time at Water's Edge over a long weekend getaway. The house was gorgeous and beautifully updated, huge deck with a lot of seating, nice hot tub, fenced-in yard for the dog to run around, etc. Mary, the owner, was absolutely wonderful and helpful. We hope to be back next year!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Gold Standard
Guest: Renee & Brian
(Smithton, IL)
Date of Stay: 05/14/11
Review Submitted: 06/01/11
The Waters Edge Retreat was like home but with an amazing view...we didn't want to leave. The home was beautiful, organized and very comfortable. Everything we needed was at our fingertips. The large, updated kitchen made it easy for us to stay in and cook every meal. The surrounding area was very easy to navigate around to stores and activities. The residents of Wisconsin were very friendly and willing to help a visitor with fishing tips and directions. The boat ramp and bait shop were very close and the location on the lake was incredible. Mary was a pleasure to work with and was very accommodating. This was our first experience with renting a home and I have to say this has set a Gold Standard and we will be back to the Waters Edge Retreat.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children.
Wonderful time!
Guest: Linley & Cynthia
(Marion, Iowa)
Date of Stay: 03/24/11
Review Submitted: 03/30/11
This was our first trip to Waters Edge. Everything was so wonderful at the lake house. Randy and Mary have an awesome place to take a vacation. They care so much about your vacation and have taken great care inside and out to make it a great time on the lake. Everything was very nice, updated, and clean. The kitchen has all updated appliances and everything we needed for cooking alone with a nice big gas grill just outside the kitchen door. All the furniture and beds and linens are extra nice and updated! The hot tub is big, very clean and what a great view. It is very relaxing! We found lots of extra details at Waters Edge like all the lighting. You must check out the outside spot lights on the trees and lake at night and all the track lighting inside the house is something to see. The last night we were there we found the up lights in the big kitchen windows, they are very cool! We loved our stay and are coming back! We highly recommend Waters Edge! Your vacation is in very good hands with Randy and Mary! The best owners we have ever worked with!!!! A big thank you to both of them for making our 30th Wedding Anv. SO WONDERFUL!!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Great!
Guest: Ali
(Braidwood, IL)
Date of Stay: 03/10/11
Review Submitted: 03/17/11
Waters Edge is a wonderful getaway. Very clean and organized - easy to find - beautiful views. The only thing that I would have liked more is if there were two bathrooms. The shower was also quite small and I'm a small person - I would think a large person would have a very hard time moving around. Besides that small detail - everything else was great! Thanks to Mary and Randy for opening up their home for others to enjoy!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+.
You'd be crazy not to stay here!
Guest: Mike
(Chicago, IL)
Date of Stay: 03/03/11
Review Submitted: 03/07/11
Randy and Mary are amazing hosts! From the moment we walked into the cabin we knew it would be a good weekend. The cabin looks exactly like the pictures, it was clean and beautifully decorated. A bottle of red wine awaited our arrival. The view from the windows is amazing, even in the winter! Everything was precisely organized and if you didn't understand how to work something there was an instruction list easily at hand. The outdoor area was amazing, we want to come back during the summer so we can use it! Even in the dead of winter we used the hot tub and... it was very relaxing. As far as setting up the trip and payments, Mary and Randy are quick to respond, and made the experience painless and easy. The entire set up occurred over the internet and went off without a hitch. We are hoping to stay there again in the near future. Mary and Randy, thank you for an amazing stay!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children.
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