Location: Poynette, Lake Wisconsin, Wisconsin, USA (On Lake Wisconsin, between Madison and the Wisconsin Dells)
Accommodations: Cottage, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 4-6)
Due to a last minute cancellation we are offering a 25% discount for the week of June 20-27!! Same owners as smaller Quietwater Cottage (next door)! Free use of canoe and row boat.
Four seasons of happy memories with friends and family are awaiting you as you enjoy the beauty of nature on the Wisconsin River and Lake Wisconsin. Whether you’re relaxing in our new 6-7 person hot tub after a day on the nearby ski slopes, spending a day in the sun on the miles of open water, or watching a crimson sunset from the deck you’ll always feel cozy and welcome at Island View Hideaway. So much for your family to see, so much to do!
Island View Hide-Away is conveniently located on the Lake Wisconsin waterfront midway between Madison and the Wisconsin Dells, just 1-1/2 hours from Milwaukee and 3 hours from downtown Chicago.
FALL & WINTER FUN! After the summer crowds leave you’ll find unique beauty and tranquility on the river. Tucked in among the surrounding bluffs and hillsides you’ll find gorgeous fall colors and dazzling winter scenery. Hundreds of wooded acres across the street are home to the Pileated Woodpecker, Wild Turkey, and White Tailed Deer, while the ever-changing river offers views of Sandhill Cranes, Bald Eagles, Beaver, and Muskrat. Scenic drives in all directions make interesting day trips more fun! Many nearby day-trip possibilities including the Wollensheim Winery, Wisconsin Dells, Devil's Lake State Park, Baraboo Circus World Museum, and so much more. Nearby ski hills include Cascade Mountain (15 min) and Devilshead Lodge (30 min).
SPRING, SUMMER, and FALL Adventures! Green trees, sunny sand-bars, and a lazy river await you. Tucked off the main channel the cottage has the best of both worlds…easy assess to the big water, a great view of the water and sunsets, but little boat traffic. Because of our perfect waterfront location, the choice is yours, launch your boat and head left for Lake Wisconsin or go right for the Wisconsin River. You’ve got it all right here! You can spend an exciting day water on the open water of the lake or a quiet day exploring the Dells-like bluffs and the nearby islands, coves, and backwaters in your canoe or kayak. The shallow water in front is perfect for kayak size to 17’-18’ length fish/ski boats.
Enjoy fishing from the pier or head out in a boat from your private pier to hit several of the best local fishing spots all within 5 minutes of the cottage…”the Narrows”, Fockes Bluffs, and Camp Rest Park. Good fishing for Walleye, Smallmouth Bass, White Bass, Catfish, Largemouth, Crappie and more.
Though the cottage has a level green lawn for yard games or for kids to run around in, just a block away is a park with playground equipment and ankle deep wading beach, perfect for small children and dogs. Tennis and basketball courts are just a mile up the road. Bike riding opportunities on winding country roads in the area are fantastic. Up for a challenge…circle Lake Wisconsin on your bike, about a 50 mile trip with a free ferryboat crossing as a highlight!
This two bedroom, two-bath house has a bright, clean kitchen and a wonderful open layout on the first floor. The kitchen is equipped with all you’ll need to prepare any meal you like…or grill out on waterside deck! Feeling lazy? Kick back and enjoy the 42” flat screen LCD HDTV! Check email or surf the web at water's edge with our wireless internet service!
Beautiful views out the large living room windows and across the 15’x20’ deck look onto green, sandy islands and the undeveloped distant shores of the Wisconsin River as it opens up into Lake Wisconsin.
HOT TUB - Beautiful Sundance hot tub seats 6-7 persons. Relax, sip a drink, and watch the river go by!
So much to see and so much to do! Relaxing!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: Central A/C
- Linens Provided: Towels and Linens provided with no extra fees.
- Off Street Parking: Parking pad for 2 vehicles (side by side), parking for 1-2 add'l cars on street
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Gas Fireplace: Cozy, warm fireplace in livingroom.
- Beds
- Queen Bed: Queen bed in downstairs bedroom. Sleeper sofa in livingroom opens into queen sized bed.
- Double Bed: Upstairs futon folds down into very comfortable double (full) bed
- Twin/Single Bed (2) : Two twin beds in upstairs bedroom. These are adjustable to elevate side-by-side as King sized bed for couple.
- Convertible Bed: Thick, firm, high quality full mattress on new 2nd floor futon. Also, there is a sleeper sofa in first floor livingroom with view out wall of windows to river.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (2) : 42" Wide Screen LCD HDTV in livingroom, separate TV in upstairs sleeping/lounge area.
- DVD (2)
- VCR (2)
- Video Library: Library of movies, classic TV shows.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Private Hot Tub: Sundance 6-7 person HOT TUB on deck just steps from glass doors.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: A wide range of kitchen supplies including electric griddle, rice cooker, tons of pots and pans, turkey roaster, ice cream maker, waffle iron, blender, electric can opener, toaster, toaster-oven, coffee maker, coffee grinder, etc, etc.
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Lots of pots and pans for preparing meals.
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher: New dishwasher.
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio: Spacious main deck is 15' X 20' with rectangular patio table seating 6 plus reclining patio chairs great for reading in! 10' x 10' deck extention towards waterfront for 6-7 person hot tub.
- View/Location
- Lakefront: House is DIRECTLY on the water, not across the street from waterfront. Land slopes GENTLY to water's edge and pier.
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Bring your computer to hook up for wireless online services. Check your email or even conduct business while relaxing on the deck or at the water's edge!
- Other Amenities
- 400 sq feet of deck facing the water, Private Pier to dock boat/fish, Views of Sunset from deck and livingroom, Sleeper Sofa in Livingroom, NEW 42" wide screen LCD HDTV, High Speed WIRELESS Internet Access, DVD/VCR Player, Stereo/CD Player, Linens/Towels provided, Second Floor entertainment area with TV for kids/second couple, Outdoor fire pit at water's edge.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: Well-trained pets WELCOME for extra fee!
- Wheelchair Accessible: One step up from front sidewalk to kitchen and entire first floor. Gentle slope down to water's edge.
- Kid Friendly: Shallow waterfront reduces water danger to children. Playground and shallow wading beach located 1 block away.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed: Sorry, no smoking allowed inside. Please step outside to smoke on deck or by waterfront.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Tennis
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Antiquing
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Prairier Glen Golf Course, Downhill Skiing at Devilshead, Cascade Mountain, Christmas Mountain, Winery with tours, McKenzie Environmental Center, Paintball, Boat Rentals, Merrimac Free Car Ferry, Lake Wisconsin Tour and Charter Boats, Baraboo Circus World Museum, State Capital Building-Madison, Ho Chunk Casino
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Oct 21, 2008-May 13, 2009 $1150/wk $400/2nt $575/3nt wknd (Low Seas)
May 14-June 12, 2009 $1400/week $675/3-night wkend
June 13-Sept 3, 2009 $1650/week . (Peak Season, no weekend rentals)
Rates are for 1-6 persons. Each additional person is $20/night or $100/week
Fall/Winter holiday periods are mid-season rates. Approved pets $20 per day.
Normal WEEKLY Check-in: 4pm(Sat),Check-out:11am(Sat)
$250 Damage/Security Deposit required; returned within 14 days of departure.
Rates INCL cleaning, towels, linens. Please add 5.5% WI Sales tax to above rates.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
- Photo of Island View Hideaway, directly on the water. - Lake Wisconsin, WI Cottage Rental in Poynette
- Enjoy our 6-7 person HOT TUB with a beautiful view across the water!! - Lake Wisconsin, WI Cottage Rental in Poynette
- View of Islands and distant shores across Wisconsin River from Deck - Lake Wisconsin, WI Cottage Rental in Poynette
- View of bright, cheery, fully furnished kitchen.
- Enjoy fishing and scenic Dells-like bluffs just around the corner.
- Open first floor layout offers maximum enjoyment of view to water.
- First floor bedroom has view of forest across Tipperary Rd.
- 2nd fl bdrm: cableTV, twin trundle beds, futon converts to full bed, & bathroom
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Homeowner Response:
Hey, I hope you left me some fish, I'm going up with my dad on Wednesday and hope to catch some ourselves. Nice meeting you! -Dave