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Charming Cottage Two Blocks from Downtown

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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Green Lake
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Green Lake, WI
  • Place, Green Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Green Lake Marina
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Thrasher Opera House
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fond du Lac, WI (FLD-Fond du Lac County)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Lower Level Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Lower Level Bedroom 4

1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Lower Level Daybed Room

2 Twin Beds

Sleeper Sofa

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 1

2 Twin Beds

Upstairs Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Lower Level Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming Cottage Two Blocks from Downtown

While this cozy rental isn't directly on the lake, you'll still fall in love with its beautifully appointed interiors and the full Green Lake experience it offers. This inviting and immaculate home features:

Main Level: Two comfortable bedrooms and a shared bathroom, plus a bright, sun-filled kitchen with a breakfast bar, dining area, and sitting space with a fireplace and flatscreen TV. A separate living room provides the perfect spot for reading or watching another flatscreen TV. The screened-in front porch, with its large windows, offers a stunning lake view.

Lower Level: Three additional bedrooms and a second bathroom provide ample space for family and friends.

Outdoor Spaces: Enjoy morning coffee or a relaxing meal on the charming side deck off the kitchen while taking in breathtaking sunsets. Another deck behind the house is ideal for sunbathing, reading, or napping. The spacious backyard is perfect for lawn games like bags or croquet, and a fire pit invites cozy evenings under the stars.

Perfect Location:
Situated at 448 South Street, this cottage is just 2 blocks to downtown, 1.5 blocks from the Green Lake Marina, where you can rent or dock watercraft. The picturesque Hattie Sherwood Beach is within easy walking distance, and a larger beach awaits at County Park on the lake’s west end.

Discover Green Lake:
This vibrant town, set on a stunning 7-mile by 2.5-mile lake, offers year-round activities, including:

Fishing | Golfing | Biking | Boating | Hiking | Wednesday Concerts in the Park | Live performances at Thrasher Opera House | Shopping & Antiquing | Friday Farmer’s Market | Arts & Culture | Winter Fun (Ice Fishing, Snowmobiling, Ice Skating & Sledding)

For local events and activities, visit www.visitgreenlake.com. To rent or dock a boat or jet ski, check out www.greenlakemarina.com.

Sorry, NO PETS allowed and NO SMOKING inside.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
NO PARTIES - in respect of our neighbors.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Pets allowed

Important information

You need to know

Property # 489335
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
Note from host: NO PARTIES - in respect of our neighbors.
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

Green Lake

Located in Green Lake, this cottage is in the city center and on a lake. Green Lake Marina and Elan Brio Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit C J Rodman Center for the Arts and Riverside Park. Consider Village Green Park for a night out or Larson's Famous Clydesdales if you're traveling with kids. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating, sledding, and snowmobiling.
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Green Lake, WI

What's nearby

  • Green Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Green Lake Town Square - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Green Lake Marina - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Thrasher Opera House - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Elan Brio Spa - 2 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Fond du Lac, WI (FLD-Fond du Lac County) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KWIK TRIP #392 - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Crossroads Market - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Cottage Two Blocks from Downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming Cottage Two Blocks from Downtown?

As of Sep 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Cottage Two Blocks from Downtown on Nov 22, 2026 start from $587, 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 Charming Cottage Two Blocks from Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Cottage Two Blocks from Downtown?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Cottage Two Blocks from Downtown located?

This family-friendly Green Lake cottage is located on a lake, within a 5-minute walk of Green Lake, Thrasher Opera House, and Green Lake Marina. Green Lake Town Square and Elan Brio Spa are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 167 out of 171 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 171 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect house for family or group gathering. Excellent location to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful place. We are in love and will be going back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Back Pond Cottage is a beautiful home and has a great location. It has a view of the lake, comfortably serves 10 people, a block away from downtown and marina, and a wonderful decor. The owner Jo Ellen does a great job of managing the property, very responsive and accommodating. We highly recommend this home!Gary and Margie
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was well appointed for me and the kiddos. The view of the lake was beautiful and proximity to town was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host is first class. The cottage grounds just beautiful and flowers enjoyed! The cottage itself is charming and Green Lake walkable. Rented a Tri-toon boat and the lake is spectacular. Enjoyed both the inside and outside amities. We hope to come next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 22, 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words. My goal is to have happy renters and who will consider a return visit. YAY!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was absolutely darling and so charming! Lots of room, great views, wonderful patios, lots of seating, convenient to walk to stores and restaurants. It had everything we needed! We absolutely loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nicely decorated, well provisioned. Several nice areas for enjoying the outdoors - wrap around deck plus another seating area by the garage. Super convenient to restaurants, shops, water activities.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 4, 2026
Thank you Dan! It’s appreciated.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place. Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was beautiful, clean, family friendly and perfect for our NYE wedding group. The hostess was so sweet and amazing to work with. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely stay by the lake

We had a great experience staying at the cottage again. Great location for walking to town, short drive to golf, excellent hosts, and a spacious and comfortable home!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had great family time with our family. The cottage was lovely and had everything we needed. It was close to downtown and a short walk to the marina where we had our boat.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for our weekend. Clean, beautiful, location. Jo Ellen is very friendly and responsive. Do it again next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is beautiful and Jo Ellen is so accommodating, always responding to questions and providing assistance in a very quick manner. Great location, close to lake and downtown Green Lake!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home close to town.

Beautiful big home close to town. All the comforts of home and very convenient to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ideal

Beautiful cottage-style home with lots of character. Great, spacious layout. Convenient location. Our family loved it! Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Place!

A great place to unwind and relax! Definitely will be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Perfect Retreat and Family Place

We so enjoyed our time there. We have a couple special needs people as well as older adults and there were spaces for everyone to connect and spaces to go for small groups and spaces to be alone, as well as the wonderful area activities around Green Lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Unique and charming

Great place walking distance to everywhere in town!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome Stay

We would love to be back! Plenty of room for 10 guys to have a great weekend. Awesome hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Would Recommend

The property, manager, and location were all great. I would recommend to anyone visiting Green Lake
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Spot For a Golf Trip

Third year in a row we've stayed here. Love the proximity to golf courses as well as restaurants and bars. Jo Ellen is fantastic to work with. Can't recommend this spot enough!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family get together

Family coming in for event in Ripon. Easy access to both Ripon and Green Lake downtown. Great community space in and outside of home.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect during our weekend stay at the Back Porch Cottage in Green Lake! Our host Jo Ellen couldn’t have been more wonderful. The location was exactly what we wanted with an easy walk to the lake, beach, restaurants and bars. Our family really enjoyed our stay and hope to go back again! 5 stars!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sweet stay on green lake

Our family loved our time at the house. It was perfect for multiple family members and even our one year old. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jo Ellen Madden

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We are a fun-loving family from Evanston IL who have enjoyed Green Lake for over 30 years. Our home is Back Pond Cottage at 442 South Street and we rent our Back Pond Cottage GUEST HOUSE next door at 448 South Street.

Why they chose this property

Our guest house is cozy, clean, charming and close to downtown Green Lake. It's a few blocks from Deacon Mills Park & Wharf, and an easy walk to Hattie Sherwood Beach. Great space for family gatherings, girls' getaway, a place to rest if attending EAA or a Golf Tournament.

What makes this property unique

This home is so beautiful. The size is perfect and tastefully decorated. You'll love the way it's laid out, the views, the happy feeling you have when you step into the home. Easy to walk to town and enjoy all the special events, concerts in the park, concerts at Thrasher Opera House, farmers market, community center, fitness center, and more!

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