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Highlights
Scenic water view
Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
Beach equipment
A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
By the lake
Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to Lake Wisconsin
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 11
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill
Deck or patio
Explore the area
Merrimac, WI
Lake Wisconsin
Place, Lake Wisconsin
1 min walk
Memorial Park
Place, Memorial Park
1 min walk
Merrimac Ferry Dock
Place, Merrimac Ferry Dock
11 min walk
Madison, WI (MSN-Dane County Regional)
Airport, Madison, WI (MSN-Dane County Regional)
45 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)
Bedroom 1
1 Twin Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Loft
2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Lakefront Lake Wisconsin Home - Deep Water, Fire Pit & Year-Round Adventure
Welcome to River Street Retreat, your lakefront escape on Lake Wisconsin, where mile-wide views greet you the moment you walk in and every season brings something worth coming back for.
The Setting This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home with a large sleeping loft sits directly on Lake Wisconsin with unobstructed water views from the living room, main bedroom, and backyard. Step outside, and you're steps away from the water: deep water access great for fishing year-round (piers in from mid-May through mid-October), a fire pit ringed with Adirondack chairs, and a wide open lawn sloping right to the shore.
Summer & Fall Lake Wisconsin is one of the best fishing lakes in southern Wisconsin, and this property sits at one of its most productive spots. Cast from or swim off the pier, launch boats from the nearby Moon Valley public boat ramp (3 min drive), and explore the Great Sauk Bike Trail or Devil's Lake. When you're ready to venture out, the free Merrimac Ferry (1 min drive, runs April through December) takes you across to waterside restaurants including Fitz's on the Lake and Lucky's on the Lake in Lodi. Devil's Lake State Park is 15 minutes away for hiking, and Wisconsin Dells is 25 minutes. The Ferry Crossing Bar & Grill and Mac's Bar & Grill are both walking distance from the house and offer great food options.
Winter The lake transforms into an ice fishing destination right in front of the house. Cascade Mountain and Devil's Head ski resorts are 18 and 5 minutes away, respectively. Snowmobile trails wind through the region, and Devil's Lake State Park offers spectacular winter hiking. It genuinely is an all-season property.
The Home Open, bright layout with the kitchen, living area, dining space, and all 2.5 bathrooms on the main level, great for groups who don't want to navigate stairs constantly. Upstairs, the loft is a favorite hangout: a dart board, games, bean bags, a Smart TV, and a spiral staircase that makes it feel like a treehouse. The kitchen is fully stocked with a gas stove with griddle, coffee grinder, air fryer, pots and pans, and everything you need to cook for a crowd. 250+ Mbps WiFi, washer/dryer, electric fireplace, A/C.
Great for: Ski weekends, lake family trips, friend group getaways, fishing trips, bachelor/bachelorette groups. Sleeps 10 comfortably across 3 bedrooms + loft.
A Few Things to Know There are stairs from the parking area down to the home (about 6 steps) as well as a full set of steps down to the water. The hillside position is what gives you elevated, unobstructed lake views and privacy from the street. All bathrooms are on the main level. This is our part-time home and we have a dog; guests with severe pet allergies should take note. Outdoor security cameras are at the front and back of the property. For safety reasons, guest boats may not be docked overnight or left unattended. Piers are removed mid-October through mid-May and stored on-site.
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The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Firepit: Please extinguish the fire before heading inside for the evening. If needed, there is a hose on the shed side of the house.
Please do not throw any garbage (cans, bottles, cigarette butts) into the fire, landscaping or water.
Towels - Please only use the white bath and hand towels for bathing purposes. Paper towels, large beach towels and make-up towels are also provided.
Important information
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Property # 2614683
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the neighborhood
Merrimac
Located in Merrimac, this vacation home is in the city center and on the waterfront. Flyways Waterfowl Museum and Circus World Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Merrimac Ferry Dock and The Glacier Golf Course & The Prairie Glen Golf Course. Glenview Park and Ochsner Zoo are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and ice skating.
Kalahari Indoor Waterpark - 25 min drive - 43.6 km
Getting around
Portage Station - 24 min drive
Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 45 min drive
Restaurants
Log Tavern Pizza Co. - 16 min drive
Lucky's on the Lake - 13 min drive
Fitz's On The Lake - 13 min drive
Sunset Harbor - 14 min drive
Ferry X-ing Bar & Grill - 8 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Lakefront Lake Wisconsin Home - Deep Water, Fire Pit & Year-Round Adventure pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Lakefront Lake Wisconsin Home - Deep Water, Fire Pit & Year-Round Adventure?
As of Aug 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakefront Lake Wisconsin Home - Deep Water, Fire Pit & Year-Round Adventure on Aug 31, 2026 start from $430, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Lakefront Lake Wisconsin Home - Deep Water, Fire Pit & Year-Round Adventure?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lakefront Lake Wisconsin Home - Deep Water, Fire Pit & Year-Round Adventure?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Lakefront Lake Wisconsin Home - Deep Water, Fire Pit & Year-Round Adventure located?
Located in the heart of Merrimac, this vacation home is steps from Glacial Lake Wisconsin, Lake Wisconsin, and Memorial Park. Merrimac Ferry Dock and Wayside Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).
About the host
Hosted by Erin Swenson
We are a busy family of 4 from the Madison area. Our kids are avid hockey players among other sports but love boating, tubing and fishing too. Merrimac is a very special place to our family. Erin lived in Merrimac when she was young and has many close family members that still live there. Definitely a hidden gem that we are excited to share with others.
Why they chose this property
We weren't really in the market for a lake home when we toured this property but fell in love with it the minute we walked through the front door. Our family enjoys using it year round for boating, fishing and swimming in the summer and ice fishing, ice skating and ice hockey in the winter. The views are just simply amazing any time of year. It is not uncommon to see eagles soaring overhead and fish jumping out of the water. We have been told one of the best fishing spots on the lake is right off our dock. Due to our busy schedules and kid's sports we can't always enjoy it as much as we would like to which is why we have now made it available on VRBO. This place is just simply too amazing not to share with others.
What makes this property unique
The location is great. Just steps away from a Merrimac Memorial Park, across the street from the baseball field and walking distance to the best ice cream shop on the lake and the Merrimac Ferry. Just 5 minutes to Devil's Head & Devil's Lake and 20 minutes to Cascade Mountain. 30 minutes to the Dells.
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests