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"PHANTOM'S COVE": LAKE FRONT RETREAT ON UPPER PHANTOM LAKE
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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10
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Mukwonago, WI
- Place, Phantom Lake1 min walk
- Place, Lower Phantom Lake3 min drive
- Place, American Family Field31 min drive
- Airport, Milwaukee, WI (MKE-General Mitchell Intl.)32 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1 Master
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
master
+1
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Jetted bathtub
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
"PHANTOM'S COVE": LAKE FRONT RETREAT ON UPPER PHANTOM LAKE
Secluded resort like property on Upper Phantom Lake with over 200 feet of sandy beach on one of the cleanest lakes in Wisconsin. Private cove area, with a landing leading to a 25' pontoon boat. A large wooded pier with a swimming platform and built-in fire pit area on the beach. A secluded concrete patio with over 500 square feet of usable space, with custom built-in fire place, stainless steel charcoal grill, and pig roaster with a stainless steel spit. The patio has an island with granite counter-top with 8 high back chairs and a built-in refrigerator. Total seating area's on the patio will accommodate up to 20 people.
As you proceed to the main property and to the lake front you walk through a court-yard with a water fall and seating area. You then proceed under an open veranda to the beach. The veranda has a ceiling fan, exposed support beams and tongue and groove red cedar with red granite pillars. The court-yard and veranda has seating for 14-18 people. You can then proceed to a pathway leading to the beach area or enter the house through the main door.
Proceeding to the beach adjacent to the pier is the winding stair case to the upper decks. The upper decks have a beautiful view of the cove and bay area of the lake. The lower of the two decks has a living room seating area, which seats 7-10 people. The adjoining deck has a granite dinning room table seating 6 featuring an outdoor kitchen with stainless steel propane gas grill, refrigerator, and sink. A boardwalk off the deck to a side entrance of the house has an outdoor shower.
The house features two full kitchens, one is on the ground floor level off the veranda and the main kitchen is on the second floor. Upper kitchen is a galley style with granite counter tops, with tile flooring, built-in wine cooler, GE Profile appliances. Great room has oak flooring, with pitched ceiling with exposed support beams. Open concept with four large windows over looking the cove and bay area of the lake. Large fire place with granite pavers with a brown leather sectional and matching chairs. Dining room table in great room can seat 6 people. New 70" television with cable is also part of the great room décor.
Off the Great Room, there is a year around sun room with heated tile floors, a water fountain with seating for 5. The sun room offers views of the cove and bay area of the lake.
The Master bedroom on this level offers floor to ceiling windows has a feel of being in a "tree house" with its magnificent views of the cove and bay area of the lake. There are two bathrooms on this level one with a bathtub and the other with a shower. Nestled on this level is a cozy library with seating for three. The built-in book shelves offers books of varying interest to be enjoyed while visiting the property.
First floor kitchen is European style, which can seat 4-6 people. First floor Bathroom has granite counter top and a large shower. Both bedrooms on first floors have televisions with cable. One bedroom has a private alcove with built-in sink and mirror. All rooms have exposed beams throughout.
Property was design by architect, Ed Gray who patterned the design from Frank Lloyd Wright. Most of the original materials of the property were recycled from places throughout Waukesha County, such as marble from the State Bank of Waukesha, granite pavers from the Streets of Grand Avenue in the City of Waukesha, lamps and doors from the Waukesha Post Office, etc.
As you proceed to the main property and to the lake front you walk through a court-yard with a water fall and seating area. You then proceed under an open veranda to the beach. The veranda has a ceiling fan, exposed support beams and tongue and groove red cedar with red granite pillars. The court-yard and veranda has seating for 14-18 people. You can then proceed to a pathway leading to the beach area or enter the house through the main door.
Proceeding to the beach adjacent to the pier is the winding stair case to the upper decks. The upper decks have a beautiful view of the cove and bay area of the lake. The lower of the two decks has a living room seating area, which seats 7-10 people. The adjoining deck has a granite dinning room table seating 6 featuring an outdoor kitchen with stainless steel propane gas grill, refrigerator, and sink. A boardwalk off the deck to a side entrance of the house has an outdoor shower.
The house features two full kitchens, one is on the ground floor level off the veranda and the main kitchen is on the second floor. Upper kitchen is a galley style with granite counter tops, with tile flooring, built-in wine cooler, GE Profile appliances. Great room has oak flooring, with pitched ceiling with exposed support beams. Open concept with four large windows over looking the cove and bay area of the lake. Large fire place with granite pavers with a brown leather sectional and matching chairs. Dining room table in great room can seat 6 people. New 70" television with cable is also part of the great room décor.
Off the Great Room, there is a year around sun room with heated tile floors, a water fountain with seating for 5. The sun room offers views of the cove and bay area of the lake.
The Master bedroom on this level offers floor to ceiling windows has a feel of being in a "tree house" with its magnificent views of the cove and bay area of the lake. There are two bathrooms on this level one with a bathtub and the other with a shower. Nestled on this level is a cozy library with seating for three. The built-in book shelves offers books of varying interest to be enjoyed while visiting the property.
First floor kitchen is European style, which can seat 4-6 people. First floor Bathroom has granite counter top and a large shower. Both bedrooms on first floors have televisions with cable. One bedroom has a private alcove with built-in sink and mirror. All rooms have exposed beams throughout.
Property was design by architect, Ed Gray who patterned the design from Frank Lloyd Wright. Most of the original materials of the property were recycled from places throughout Waukesha County, such as marble from the State Bank of Waukesha, granite pavers from the Streets of Grand Avenue in the City of Waukesha, lamps and doors from the Waukesha Post Office, etc.
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Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events allowed
MUST BE PREAUTHORIZED & ADDITIONAL FEES WILL APPLY
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No pets allowed
Smoking
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About the neighborhood
Mukwonago
Located in Mukwonago, this vacation home is on a lake. Mukwonago River State Natural Area and Martin's Woods State Natural Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include East Troy Railroad Museum and Green Meadows Petting Farm. Kettle Moraine Ranch and Lotza Fun Room are also worth visiting. Snorkeling and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.

Mukwonago, WI
What's nearby
- Phantom Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Lower Phantom Lake - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
- American Family Field - 31 min drive - 50.5 km
- Fiserv Forum - 35 min drive - 56.9 km
- Harley-Davidson Museum - 35 min drive - 56.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Culver's - 7 min drive
- McDonald's - 6 min drive
- Starbucks - 5 min drive
- David Alan Alan's Smokehouse & Saloon - 4 min drive
- Taco Bell - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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10/10
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10/10
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10/10
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
Jul 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Deborah M.
Aug 25, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family gathering
Deborah M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brad S.
Sep 28, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The pictures don’t do it justice
Brad S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Erin M.
Aug 31, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Will return!
Erin M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Emi B., Marion, Iowa
Sep 5, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Emi B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Gary L.
Aug 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Perfect everything
Gary L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bill B.
Sep 14, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Way to End Summer
Bill B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Peggy O.
May 30, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family get away
Peggy O.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Matthew G.
Sep 1, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot for a long weekend!
Matthew G.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Adam H., Schaumburg
Aug 5, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Privacy
Adam H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sara J.
Jul 21, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bachelorette weekend on the lake
Sara J.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Georgia B., Wilmette
Oct 14, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exquisite and Unique
Georgia B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Maggie B.
Oct 4, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Special Home; Beautiful Location
Maggie B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
kelly t.
Sep 20, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise
kelly t.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Ryan M.
Sep 10, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Place
Ryan M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Debbie J.
Aug 19, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday weekend
Debbie J.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Deborah I.
Aug 10, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dream House
Deborah I.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Betsy K., Kansas City, MO
Aug 9, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything you would want for family fun. Never have to leave the property!
Betsy K.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Sean C.
Oct 18, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Home
Sean C.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
chris l.
Aug 20, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home
chris l.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
Meredith M.
Aug 14, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Phantom Lake Retreat
Meredith M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Angie T.
Jul 28, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning property
Angie T.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
David P.
Jul 27, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding Destination
David P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
Catherine Z.
Jul 14, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Oasis
Catherine Z.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
Matthew P.
Jun 25, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Best House on the Lake
Matthew P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
About the host
Hosted by Fred Malesevich & Patty Kujawa
Fred and Patty would like to welcome you to Phantom's Cove Retreat and all the unique experiences it has to offer. From its historical origins to the ever changing surrounding lake environment, it provides its guests with memories that will last a life time.
Phantom's Cove Retreat has been a labor of love for us since we purchased the property on May 18th, 1996. We continue to live here after raising our two children, Danielle and Kyle.
We now open our home and invite you to share and contribute to the magical experiences, which we call Phantom's Cove Retreat!
Fred & Patty Malesevich
Phantom's Cove Retreat has been a labor of love for us since we purchased the property on May 18th, 1996. We continue to live here after raising our two children, Danielle and Kyle.
We now open our home and invite you to share and contribute to the magical experiences, which we call Phantom's Cove Retreat!
Fred & Patty Malesevich
Why they chose this property
Phantom's Cove Retreat has a very unique history and if the walls could talk, they would tell the story of Waukesha County. Built with recycled materials and filled with artifacts from now-gone county structures, the Mukwonago home is a stunning example of living history.
The original structure was constructed in 1956 for $3,000 by Reginal Comer, and began its life as a 16-by-40 foot cottage. Built into the side of a hill fronting a cove on the share of then Lower Phantom Lake (now Upper Phantom Lake), the Prairie-style house blends serenely into the neighboring landscape.
Comer, one of the children of the owners of Comer Bakery, acquired a variety of material to use for his cottage. The marble in the master bathroom and on the top of the stair railing came from the Old Waukesha State Bank, The stairs to the second floor initially were housed in a church that burnt down. A hotel chandelier also survived a fire and now hangs from the second-floor ceiling.
Polished granite paver stones from the Grand Avenue in the city of Waukesha were used to construct an addition in early 1960. Architect Edward D. Gray, charged with designing the addition, showed his idea to Frank Lloyd Wright, who as the story goes-was less than impressed. You can read more on this along with other homes in Waukesha County that were designed by Mr. Gray in a leather bound book located in the library.
We hope having a little of the history of Phantom's Cove Retreat will add to your experience and to know you are contributing to its ever evolving future history.
The original structure was constructed in 1956 for $3,000 by Reginal Comer, and began its life as a 16-by-40 foot cottage. Built into the side of a hill fronting a cove on the share of then Lower Phantom Lake (now Upper Phantom Lake), the Prairie-style house blends serenely into the neighboring landscape.
Comer, one of the children of the owners of Comer Bakery, acquired a variety of material to use for his cottage. The marble in the master bathroom and on the top of the stair railing came from the Old Waukesha State Bank, The stairs to the second floor initially were housed in a church that burnt down. A hotel chandelier also survived a fire and now hangs from the second-floor ceiling.
Polished granite paver stones from the Grand Avenue in the city of Waukesha were used to construct an addition in early 1960. Architect Edward D. Gray, charged with designing the addition, showed his idea to Frank Lloyd Wright, who as the story goes-was less than impressed. You can read more on this along with other homes in Waukesha County that were designed by Mr. Gray in a leather bound book located in the library.
We hope having a little of the history of Phantom's Cove Retreat will add to your experience and to know you are contributing to its ever evolving future history.
What makes this property unique
Please check out our website at www.phantomscove.com!
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