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Lakeside Escape, Sandy Shores, Sunset Views, Boat Rental

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A lakeside deck with Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a dock extending into the water.
A bed with a white quilted cover, a beige sofa, and a patterned rug.
A room with two white armchairs, a small wooden table, and a window overlooking a lake with trees.
A spacious living room with a ceiling fan, a dining table, a sofa, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A cozy room with a wooden ceiling, large windows with white curtains, a wicker sofa, a red cushioned bench, and a small round table with a plant.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Overlooking the lake, this cottage accommodates 7 guests with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. It features a separate living room and offers beautiful lake views. Enjoy the patio for outdoor relaxation. The property is pet-friendly and provides access to attractions like Crystal River and Hartman Creek State Park.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dog-friendly
  • Patio
  • Onsite parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Waupaca, WI
  • Place, Rainbow Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Long Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Crystal River
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Dining area

About this property

Lakeside Escape, Sandy Shores, Sunset Views, Boat Rental

Our hidden gem awaits you! Enjoy the spring fed crystal clear water, with sandy shoreline, on full recreational lake, Stratton Lake. Enjoy your day fishing, swimming, jumping off the swim raft, skiing, tubing or boating followed by stunning sunset views and campfires at night. Kayaks, paddleboards, and paddle boat available for use. Located minutes away from shops, historical sites, grocery stores, entertainment, attractions, restaurants, Hartman's Creek State Park, and the Chain O' Lakes. The cottage features a large living room with stunning lake views and a pull out queen sofa bed. There is a king bed in main bedroom, two full beds in second bedroom. Enjoy the view in our 4 seasons lake view room, full bathroom, kitchen and outside dining area with gas grill as well as an outdoor shower. Minimal slope provides an easy stroll to the waters sandy bottom shore and dock. There is a public boat landing on W. Stratton Lake Road to launch your boat and plenty of room to tie up at our dock. The perfect location for your lakeside get-away to relax and make memories! There is room for two vehicles in our drive way otherwise side road parking is an option if you have a vehicle with trailer. Onsite firewood is available for purchase. Pontoon boat rental offered, subject to availability. Message for details.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 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 less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Pet fee, must check box when adding travelers

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Wash and put away dishes used

Start load of towels-quick wash

Log out of apps on TV, turn off air conditioning

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets must be leashed when outside. No cats allowed.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4092273
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

Waupaca

Waupaca is home to this cottage. Foxfire Golf Club and Central Waters Brewing Company are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hartman Creek State Park and Pickerel Lake State Natural Area.
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Waupaca, WI

What's nearby

  • Rainbow Lake - 6 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Long Lake - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Crystal River - 7 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Columbia Lake - 7 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Foxfire Golf Club - 9 min drive - 11.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Waupaca Woods Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Clear Water Harbor Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakeside Escape, Sandy Shores, Sunset Views, Boat Rental pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakeside Escape, Sandy Shores, Sunset Views, Boat Rental?

As of Sep 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakeside Escape, Sandy Shores, Sunset Views, Boat Rental on Sep 28, 2026 start from $318, 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 Lakeside Escape, Sandy Shores, Sunset Views, Boat Rental?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakeside Escape, Sandy Shores, Sunset Views, Boat Rental?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakeside Escape, Sandy Shores, Sunset Views, Boat Rental located?

Situated in Waupaca, this cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Long Lake, Columbia Lake, and Hartman Creek State Park. Rainbow Lake and Round Lake are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful lakefront with nice sandy bottom. It's always been my favorite lake. Plenty of places to sit and relax. Nice spacious cottage with many amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very beautiful place love the lake view.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
very nice property
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect cottage for couple or small family. Beautiful setting with lake view and plenty of water toys: kayaks, paddle boards, paddle boats, etc provided.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable lake rental that fit our family’s need to reconnect before my kiddos start school. Our family of four and dog fit comfortably into this very well decorated space. Great view. Peaceful quiet lake not far from amenities. Boys loved the tv in their room and couldn’t get enough of the paddle boards. We took the kayaks for a couple of jaunts around the lake. My kids had been hesitant about lake swimming but the clear water and sandy bottom was just what they needed to fall in love with lake life. Out of all of us, we agree our dog, Millie, had the best vacation since she got to play fetch in the water for hours upon hours. Outdoor shower was nice. We loved the time and space so much we rented it again next year but for a whole week! Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family quick vacation

Very nice location on the water. All the toys needed for fun in the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 6, 2024
Thank you Ernest. I am glad you enjoyed it.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great property. We enjoyed our stay and had all the amenities we could ever need. The outdoor shower was a 10/10!! A little gem on a quiet lake with the clear waters and sandy bottom that the Chain offers without the crowds and chaos. A great spot and a great host!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great fall stay. The property was great and we were able to bring our dogs. Beautiful lake and we kayaked multiple times. It was great having the kayaks there. The lake has the clearest water I have ever seen. We will definitely consider rebooking in the summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous

Plenty of water toys! Quiet lake. Attentive to have what you need where you need it. No issues with communication. Easy check in and easy check out!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 6, 2024
Thank you Susan for the wonderful review. I am glad you enjoyed you stay.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful spot

Great place, plenty of room. We had possible severe weather, wish what to do in severe weather was listed. Smelled very musty on arrival. Some improvement with open windows. Blinds in sun room very musty. Honestly only downfall. Wish we could have enjoyed the back yard more but the weather didn’t permit.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on May 19, 2025
Apologies for the musty smell — you were our first guests this season, and we truly appreciate your understanding. We’ll make sure to air things out and have a dehumidifier available, especially after rainy weather like we had that weekend. Sorry the weather didn’t cooperate this time — we’d love to have you back in the summer when it’s at its best!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect lake stay. We stayed here for a week with my family and had the best time. Clear water, adorable house, comfy accommodations. We especially loved the paddle boards!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great lake for swimming and relaxing! loved the paddle boards and comfy hammocks down by the lake.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay! The lake is beautiful and there was so much to do. The house had a cabin like feel and the outside area was beautiful. Our family really enjoyed it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay! The cabin was clean and everything was easily accessible. Host communicated checkin well and sent an email of places to visit. The lake is very quiet with wake hours midday. it was very relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

About the host

Hosted by Alicia Meighan

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Wife, mother of two, love for making memories and travel.

Why they chose this property

The crystal clear spring fed lake and sunsets! The aquamarine colored water.

What makes this property unique

Although just minutes away from town and the busy Chain O' Lakes, you feel like your away from it all. You have a choice in enjoying a full rec lake with ability to water ski or boat or you can scale it down and relax on a kayak, paddleboard and swimming. the location makes you feel like your "so far away from it all" without having to drive hours up north to get away.

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