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The Bay House - Best location in Williams Bay — walk to everything!

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In the heart of Williams Bay
Living area
Private kitchen
Outdoor dining
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 81200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Williams Bay, WI
  • Place, Geneva Lake
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Williams Bay Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Yerkes Observatory
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

The Bay House - Best location in Williams Bay — walk to everything!

The Bay House — Cozy, Family-Friendly Retreat in the Heart of Williams Bay

Welcome to The Bay House, where historic charm meets modern comfort. Nestled just steps from the lake, this inviting home is designed for easy, memorable getaways with family and friends. Walk to everything, unwind in comfort, and enjoy a space thoughtfully set up for both kids and adults.

Sleep comfortably
• Three cozy bedrooms with high-quality bedding
• Fun, lake-themed bunk room perfect for kids
• Pack-n-play available for little ones

Gather, relax, and enjoy
•Fully updated kitchen with new appliances, island seating, and stocked dishware
• Fast Wi-Fi and smart TVs for streaming
• Indoor electric fireplace for cozy evenings
• Washer and dryer for convenience

Outdoor living made easy
• Private backyard — perfect for kids and pets
• Fire pit for s’mores under the stars
•Hammock, propane grill, and outdoor dining area
• Beach gear included: wagon, chairs and toys

Designed for families
• High chair, kids’ dishes, toys and games
• Room-darkening shades and noise machines for better sleep

Pet-friendly
• Dogs welcome with prior approval

Explore with ease
Step outside and you’re just a 2-minute walk to:

• Lakefront park, beach, and boat launch
• Local restaurants and ice cream
• Scenic trails including the Geneva Lake Shore Path
• Kayak/SUP rentals, and bike rentals

Extras to make your stay special

• Celebration setups for birthdays, anniversaries, or surprises
•Golf cart rental assistance with delivery and pickup options
• 24/7 local host support for a stress-free stay

Pack light, settle in, and make lake memories at The Bay House.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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 2 total)
Must talk to the owner prior to arrival to confirm
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside smoking only

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 vacation home. 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. Traveling with kids? Consider Yerkes Observatory and Animal Gardens. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and snowmobiling.
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Williams Bay, WI

What's nearby

  • Geneva Lake - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kishwauketoe Nature Conservancy - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Williams Bay Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Mercy Walworth Hospital and Medical Center Lake - 2 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Yerkes Observatory - 2 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Harvard Station - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee Mill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Bar at Chuck's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Niche - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Green Bean - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bay House - Best location in Williams Bay — walk to everything! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at The Bay House - Best location in Williams Bay — walk to everything!?

As of Apr 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bay House - Best location in Williams Bay — walk to everything! on May 25, 2026 start from $381, 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 The Bay House - Best location in Williams Bay — walk to everything!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Bay House - Best location in Williams Bay — walk to everything!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Bay House - Best location in Williams Bay — walk to everything! located?

This family-friendly Williams Bay vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Geneva Lake and Kishwauketoe Nature Conservancy. Yerkes Observatory and Williams Bay Beach are also within 1 mi (2 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. 67 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location in relation to our event at Geneva National. House was a perfect size and beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay at the Bay House. Comfortable rooms and the covered porch in a quiet area. During our short stay we were able to shop in Lake Geneva, walk on the Lake Path, see the Yerkes Observatory and sit on the benches at the Williams Bay beach area watching all the activity. There is much to do around this good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay, cute and cozy! Well equipped for infant and toddlers.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dilara A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and cottage-like! We loved being within walking distance to some local shops, the park, and the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay here! Everything was perfect, and we had the best time! We loved going over to the Frosty Moose just around the corner for ice cream, and it was such a relaxing and calm beach area as well. The beds were super comfortable which made for a great night’s sleep!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

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

Nice home

Enjoyed our stay for our first stay in Lake Geneva!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise F.

Great place to stay! Very warm and welcoming.

Would recommend this wonderful getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
I stayed for business and then my family joined me later, this was a great location, Holly was super nice and helpful!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Team B.

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

Pleasant, Clean, Excellent Location

The beds were comfy, the porch was incredibly pleasant, the decor was cozy and the location was perfect. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen L.

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

Great location, very comfortable home. Had everything we needed. Nicely decorated and very clean.

Would definitely recommend this property to others!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Braden W.

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

Small, but great location

Loved this place. It worked great for
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blake M.

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

Amazing location for a lake geneva getaway

We loved our stay here! Great location a block away from lake geneva. A cute and quaint place with good outdoor space. Would definitely come back
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marco V.

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

Awesome place

This was an amazing place to stay. Great communication with the owner. Definitely recommend this house to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

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

Family

Went to safari zoo and i think we were all amazed. Went on the 1 hr boat tour and enjoyed the beautiful homes. Had a little bonfire in the evening and just enjoyed each other
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

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

Cozy lake house

Great location, walk to all the best local attractions in Williams Bay! House is cozy, three separate bedrooms, all comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom N.

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

Wedding weekend family

Great option close to town
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison O.

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

Wholesome Family Time

Excellent value for a family vacation! Clean, with updated appliances. Short walk to restaurants and the shoreline. Looking forward to our next visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

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

Awesome location!

Second time renting this property in Williams Bay. Great location and cute house! We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JACKLYN K.

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

Great Stay at the Bay (House)

Great relaxing spot for a few days away from home. Can't wait to be back in the nice weather to enjoy the outdoors. Super comfy beds, good shower pressure and great restaurants within walking distance. Me, mom, daughter and the pups had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise E.

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

Cute and clean.

Worked out well for us. Clean and a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

volkan t.

We had an amazing time just before Thanksgiving rush!!

Cute comfy beach cottage made us at home.. House was clean, kitchen stacked with whatever we needed, everything was just perfect! We'll definitely come back for summer!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

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

Comfortable Home, Amazing Location

My husband, our dog, and I truly enjoyed our stay in this clean and comfortable home. The location is perfect, close to Lake Geneva and Fontana while being able to walk to many Williams Bay attractions. This is a great place to relax and get out of the city. I highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin O.

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

Perfect for a Bachelorette Party

We used this VRBO for a bachelorette party. The host was very responsive when I had questions, and the house was perfect for our group of 6. It's in a quiet neighborhood, which was perfect for our group's vibe. Location was great so close to Williams Bay and only about a 10-15 minute drive to Lake Geneva's Main Street.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela L.

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

Wonderful Guest and Stay Expereince!

What a fabuloius lake cottage! We loved the close-to-everything location, well thought out design and decor, and the super cool history of the place itself. We loved the big, covered front porch with porch swing, and the cozy vibe in the living area too. The host was awesome at communicating with us and any questions we had. We would for sure stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate K.

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

Another great trip

Our annual trip to the Bay House did not disappoint. We may have had too much ice cream to eat, but everything else was perfect. Great host! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Holly Leitner

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Hello! I am a fourth generation Lake Geneva resident and I began hosting in 2016. It is my passion to share my love of this area and create perfect soul-nourishing retreats for my guests. I am lucky to call this area home and enjoy the four seasons and abundance of natural areas. I am happy to help you with any planning tips to make it a great getaway!

Why they chose this property

It's the better side of Geneva Lake. You get to live like a local - walk to the restaurants, beach, bars, parks, hiking trails and avoid the touristy crowds of Lake Geneva. Williams Bay is hallmark small town living, quaint, yet just a hop away from it all.

What makes this property unique

Front porch, firepit, hammock, huge yard - and small town lakeside living!

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