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“Pet-Friendly Geneva Lake Cabins – Fire Pit, Private Units, Walk to Lakefront”

Cabin in Williams Bay with kitchenette and patio

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Property grounds
Outdoor dining
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Room
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 4350 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Williams Bay, WI
  • Place, Geneva Lake
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Williams Bay Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Como
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

adjoining room

1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Shower

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Shower

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

“Pet-Friendly Geneva Lake Cabins – Fire Pit, Private Units, Walk to Lakefront”

Dear Friends,

Staying at Harbor View feels like the best of both worlds: a cozy, woodsy-cabin retreat with modern comforts, while also putting you right where all the lakefront charm, outdoor adventure, and small-town Wisconsin hospitality converge. You wake up, maybe walk to the lake, enjoy a day of swimming or hiking or browsing local shops, come back to fire up a grill or relax on the deck — all without needing to drive far.

What makes our property truly unique is its blend of location, history, and the classic lake-cabin feeling that has become increasingly rare around Geneva Lake. Our family has owned and cared for this property since 1970, and over the decades we’ve welcomed multiple generations of returning guests who now think of this place as their “home away from home.” That sense of familiarity, warmth, and tradition is something you simply don’t find everywhere.

The property sits just 1,500 feet from the Geneva Lakefront, yet it still offers the peaceful character of a quiet neighborhood—close to the beach, marina, parks, restaurants, and the iconic lake path. Very few properties today remain this close to the lake while still preserving the original charm of the area: the cozy cabin feel, the woods, the sense of old-time lake living, and the slower pace that makes vacations memorable.

We also take pride in running this as a family business, not a corporate rental. Guests appreciate the personal touch, the long-standing relationships we’ve built, and the knowledge that they’re staying somewhere that has been loved and cared for over 50 years. It’s this combination of location, history, and genuine hospitality that makes our property stand out from the rest.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No outdoor Activities including Firepit usage past 11pm

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the neighborhood

Williams Bay

Williams Bay is home to this cabin. Gary Gygax Memorial and Black Point Estate are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kishwauketoe Nature Conservancy and Big Foot Beach State Park. Yerkes Observatory and Animal Gardens are also worth visiting.
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Williams Bay, WI

What's nearby

  • Geneva Lake - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Kishwauketoe Nature Conservancy - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Williams Bay Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lake Como - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • The Mountain Top at Grand Geneva Resort - 16 min drive - 15.5 km

Getting around

  • Harvard Station - 24 min drive
  • Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pier 290 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mars Restaurant & Resort - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪In The Drink - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Big Foot Market - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Bar at Chuck's - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is “Pet-Friendly Geneva Lake Cabins – Fire Pit, Private Units, Walk to Lakefront” pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at “Pet-Friendly Geneva Lake Cabins – Fire Pit, Private Units, Walk to Lakefront”?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at “Pet-Friendly Geneva Lake Cabins – Fire Pit, Private Units, Walk to Lakefront”?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is “Pet-Friendly Geneva Lake Cabins – Fire Pit, Private Units, Walk to Lakefront” located?

Situated in Williams Bay, this cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Kishwauketoe Nature Conservancy, Geneva Lake, and Williams Bay Beach. Yerkes Observatory and Mercy Walworth Hospital and Medical Center Lake are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 26 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 26 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Julie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Arrived on Friday July 18th and went home on July 21st. We had a great time enjoyed the quiet place. Would go there again to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose Filadelfo M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have very good time thank you Jim
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend at the lake!

Jim was extremely good to work with. With any real estate its location, location, location! This location is great! And being able to have our pup there with us made it all the more special.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Cynthia R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly what we expected. A cabin ‘up North’.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Experience!

We enjoyed our stay and Jim was a great host!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable visit

We had a great time! Jim was very hospitable and made our visit to Williams Bay enjoyable. The property was well maintained and very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marshall B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location!

Jim was super easy to work with and we enjoyed how quiet our stay was! Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keith W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great holiday weekend

Had a great time in a quiet area. Walking distance to Geneva Lake. Owner was on sight and super friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bojan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean and peaceful. Recommend it
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family wedding

We were in town for a family wedding weekend, and staying here was great. It’s clean and quiet. Nothing fancy, but all the things you need! Jim was super responsive to all questions. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaylea B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great For Wedding Guests

This was a great, clean option for wedding guests looking to avoid the high costs of the local resorts. The rooms are very basic, but clean and comfortable. Perfect if you plan to spend most of your time outside of the room. Jim was so easy to communicate with and made the stay enjoyable!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend getaway

Jim was very accommodating. He even touched base with is the next day after we checked in to see if we needed anything. Wow !!! Nice clean unit close to it all. Had a great visit to Williams bay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Alaina G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer camp!

My fiancé and I stayed here with another couple for a wedding in Lake Geneva. The location was great and the host was very welcoming and flexible. The two bedroom unit is two bedrooms with a connecting door (similar to a hotel). The kitchenette was fairly well stocked in our room, but we were missing paper towels. Cute rustic vibes overall!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet Retreat

We spent a few days in the area and this was the perfect place for us to stay. Our cabin was clean, comfortable and convenient. Our dog loved playing fetch in the big yard. We enjoyed taking walks in the neighborhood, letting the dog swim in the lake, sitting by a campfire and playing golf at Majestic Oaks. Our host Jim was friendly and accommodating. In fact, we met lots of nice people while we were there. We will definitely be back for another visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Janey

The Corner Cabin is a clean but basic motel. The online description led us to believe that it was a small house, which it is not. It provides a simple resting place with a tiny kitchenette equipped with a hot plate, microwave, and a refrigerator with no ice. Decor and amenities are minimal. The host is responsive and on the property. The grounds are grassy and nice for dogs. All in all the primary draw is walkability to Williams Bay’s downtown, beach and path around Lake Geneva.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Corner Cabin

Cabin was clean and beds were good. We didn't use the kitchen - shower leaked but everything inside was clean. Outside area needed some love but we were early in the season and I'm sure weather was a factor. Lake area is very nice, ate at a few good restaurants, one recommend by Jim, one had homemade doughnuts! Cabin was good for the 3 of us and our daughters puppy.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

2/10 Terrible

Scott

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property is an old motel advertised as a cabin. It is run down and has a shared exterior with several others, not as depicted. The pictures are precise edits from their website, lakegenevaharborview. The showers were so small a child may have been able to comfortably shower without the curtain (which is in addition to the shower door) touching them. Notice the shower is not pictured. Now you know why. On our second night, we returned late from an event to no power for the rest of our stay. Bad weather happens, but a text or email from the on-premise staff would have been excellent. Maybe give us a heads-up that no candles or flashlights are available, and we should expect no power upon returning. I'm not looking for 5-star amenities, but when you have a weekend that you look forward to for months, be sullied by this level of insincere advertising and customer service, it's just not how you should run a business. I will even deal with the faint smell of urine which Incan only guess is from dogs? Also, upon arriving the person greeting you will set the digital lock code and tell you the code. As you leave for the day, the feeling that you can't set your own code to gain entry isn't great. There are many other places to choose and if not buy a tent (it might have a bigger shower).

6/10 Okay

Israel L.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Overall the cabins are old and need alot of updating. Nice location close to everything. The cleanliness is decent but everything inside is poorly done as far as updating and repairs. Nice for a fishing cabin but not nice for a couples retreat. I would never stay there again. I will say the owner is a really good person.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Jim was excellent host, always welcoming and available. Cabin was clean, functional kitchen, good air conditioning. Good sleeping!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jerry P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend get away

Everything was good . Beds were very comfortable, really like the kithen area.. It's really hard to find a place that accepts pets. It was our first time to this area. Jim was there to answer any questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maria E. T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The cabin was super clean!! Dog friendly!

We had a wonderful time. Everything was immaculate. All accessories were there. Dog friendly. Air conditioner ~ Cable TV~ huge yard and a beautiful deck… Very quiet ~ cozy place~ all appliances… no need to bring anything. Just your food etc… Can’t wait to come back again….I definitely give this place 10 stars……
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

We enjoyed staying here for 2 nights. Exceptionally clean and the owner Jim could not be more hospitable! He makes you feel welcome like one of his own family. He always checks in to make sure you have everything you need!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy K., Andover

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cabin at Williams Bay

This place was absolutely perfect! It was clean and so welcoming. The property was well kept and the owner was so friendly and kind. We will definitely stay there again next time we are in the area. We loved it!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fontana wedding weekend

No hair dryer as advertised and cable wasn’t working - otherwise nice stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Doreen H.

Corner Cabin Williams Bay by Geneva Lake

We enjoyed our stay. Beds were comfortable and we were close to Geneva Lake. The owner was readily available for a couple things we needed. We will stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

About the host

Hosted by Jim DAlessandro

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A Little History of Williams Bay & Harbor View

Williams Bay has been welcoming lake visitors for nearly two centuries. What began as a Potawatomi settlement and later a small pioneer community grew into one of Geneva Lake’s most loved resort villages, attracting families, boaters, and vacationers from Chicago and beyond.

Harbor View Motel & Cabins are part of that tradition. Our family has owned and cared for this property since 1970, during a time when Williams Bay was still filled with classic lake cabins, mom-and-pop motels, and long-time summer families. We’ve had the pleasure of hosting generations of returning guests—many who still come back year after year for the same reasons: the beach, the fishing, the lake walks, and the familiar shops and restaurants that make Williams Bay feel like home.

What makes Harbor View special is that it still reflects the old-time Lake Geneva era—where you’re close to the water, surrounded by trees, and part of a quiet neighborhood, yet just steps from everything that makes the village come alive in summer. In a region where many historic properties have been replaced by large developments, we’re proud to preserve a place that feels like the Geneva Lake families remember.

We’re grateful to share this piece of Williams Bay history with you and look forward to helping you create your own lake memories.

Why they chose this property

We chose this neighborhood because it represents everything we love about Williams Bay and Geneva Lake—a peaceful, walkable lakeside setting with deep roots and a true sense of community. Our family has been here since 1970, and over the years we’ve watched this area grow while still keeping the charm that makes people fall in love with it.

What makes this spot special is how close it is to the lakefront, beach, marina, and village shops, yet it still feels quiet and relaxed. You can walk to everything, enjoy the shoreline, grab ice cream, or take a stroll along the lake path, then come back to a calm neighborhood surrounded by trees and lake breezes. It’s that rare mix of convenience, character, and classic Geneva Lake charm that keeps guests—and generations of families—coming back year after year.

What makes this property unique

What truly sets our property apart is its rare combination of location, history, and classic Geneva Lake charm. Our family has owned and cared for Harbor View since 1970, and over the decades we’ve welcomed multiple generations of returning guests—many of whom now think of this place as their “home away from home.” That kind of connection and continuity is something you simply can’t recreate.

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