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Waterfront Lake Ripley getaway. Kayak, paddleboard and fish from private pier!

Lake side of home. Relax and enjoy views of the lake from upper and lower decks.

View of fire pit, pier and lake from lower deck

Large kitchen walks out onto 1st floor deck.

Living room with large sectional and flat screen TV.

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Popular amenities

Fireplace
Kitchen
Washer
Parking available
Dryer
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Cambridge, WI

Jefferson Speedway
Lake Ripley Park Beach
‪4 min drive‬
Cambridge Winery
‪8 min drive‬
Madison, WI (MSN-Dane County Regional)
‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Guest Room 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Guest Room 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Guest Room 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Main Floor Bath

Bathtub or shower

Master Bath

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

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Is Waterfront Lake Ripley getaway. Kayak, paddleboard and fish from private pier! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Lake Ripley getaway. Kayak, paddleboard and fish from private pier!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Lake Ripley getaway. Kayak, paddleboard and fish from private pier!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Lake Ripley getaway. Kayak, paddleboard and fish from private pier! located?

This family-friendly Cambridge holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Ripley Park Beach, Lake Ripley Lanes and Cambridge Historic School Museum. Cam-Rock Park Area is 2.6 mi (4.3 km) away.

9.6

Exceptional

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8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Neal H.

10 Aug, 2024

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

Enjoyed our stay

House had plenty of room for 9 of us to lounge in the living/dining area and relax on the deck. Beds were comfortable. We enjoyed the lake views and boating and kayaking. Very nice lake. Pier had plenty of room to tie up my ski boat.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Dezeray H.

27 Aug, 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location with lots of room.

It was great for hosting a large group. The place was quite unkept with lots of cobweb, dust, and dirty bathrooms.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

29 Sept, 2024

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

Wedding weekend

We were in town for a wedding just down the road at Villa Buonincontro. The house was just as described and easily accommodated 3 families. There was of room for each family to have privacy and plenty of room for us all to gather together. We plan to rent again in years to come.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Elise D.

4 Aug, 2025

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

The overall stay was very good for our 3 generation group for 10 days. The bedrooms/beds were comfortable, the gathering spaces in the living room, dining room, outside deck, and basement gave us plenty of space for the 8 people in our group to be together or spread out. The nautical decor throughout the house was nice. The kitchen was VERY well stocked and had everything we need to make many family meals. We also used the charcoal grill and fire pits many nights. The 2 two paddle boards and 2 kayaks were great and in good shape. The paddle boat was broken and the gazebo was dirty. We cleaned the gazebo ourselves, but then didn't use it because there was no electricity for lights/fan. There is a big lawn that we used for croquet (provided) and bocci ball (we brought our own). The drains in both bathtubs needed to be cleared. Be aware that there is no swimming off the dock at the house, but it is a short drive to Ripley Park where you can pay 5/person to swim (nicely maintained beach), play tennis, basketball, playground. Dorthey Carnes Park is a hidden gem nearby for a hiking/bird watching.

Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

12 Jul, 2024

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

Perfect for families

This was the best stocked house we have ever stayed at. Everything we needed to cook, clean up, and play was there. The outdoor space was fantastic. The kids loved fishing off the dock, boating, and playing in the yard. The beach toys and towels were already there and the kids had a blast at the local beach. We had fun playing both kid and adult board games at night. We were in town for a wedding and this house ended up being the hang out spot for the whole family. Highly recommend staying here!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

18 Sept, 2023

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

Perfect place for a college reunion!

The lake house was a perfect home base for our group of 10 college friends. There was plenty of space across all 3 floors. We parked our pontoon at the end of the dock, enjoyed the firepit and charcoal grill, and loved all the lawn toys/games that were already on the property. The house is also a short drive to some local haunts like Lake Ripley Inn, Cash & Olives, and Mink Farm.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alana S.

1 Aug, 2020

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

Beautiful property

We had a great time! Ages from 3 to 41 and we all enjoyed our time. The swimming was done at Ripley Park but so much fishing and kayaking! My son caught a bowfin and he was on top of the world! Joanna was a great host and the welcome basket was more than what we thought it would be!! Thank you for making this a family trip worth remembering 😊

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Prasenjit S.

2 Jan, 2023

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

Nice place for a weekend gataway

Had an year-end celebration with friends and families. The Owner seems nice and had quick communication on anything required. The property has huge amount of possible things that you need for a comfortable stay - you name it and you will get it there. The access is easy and staying was very comfortable. Rooms and restroooms were clean, neatly arranged and appropriate instructions awere placed. Highly recommend for a family gataway.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nichol N.

24 Oct, 2018

Everything we needed

Our family had a great time at this cabin. All 13 of us fit comfortably, and it had everything we needed for a successful family get-together. The kids loved playing in the yard and in the basement game room. The grown-ups like hanging out in the spacious living room/dining room/kitchen area. There was plenty of parking. It was just what we needed.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Emily J.

23 Jul, 2018

Best Host, Excellent Accomodations

Joanna (the owner) was a pleasure to work with and an excellent host! She was very responsive when first booking, and when we arrived she even had a gift basket set up for us. She also had toiletries in all the bathrooms, tons of beach towels, random supplies for use, and a helpful guide with information on the area, lake, ect. The house was recently renovated and very nice on the inside. The house worked great for a family gathering. All rooms except for the master slept four.The deck was also fantastic - loved the rockers/swivel chairs (I want to buy some for myself). The gazebo was also great at night with fan, tv, and lighting (great to get away from any bugs). Would definitely recommend and stay again!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

4/10 Poor

Nanette G.

16 Aug, 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication

Disliked: Cleanliness

Family vacation lake Ripley

Despite the things that I wasn’t happy with we had a nice weekend. I cleaned the gazebo before we went in it. The paddle boat was dirty and a lot of clutter on the property. The gas grill was filthy couldn’t be used. The handle on the front screen door is about to fall off. Those were just a few things. In general it would be a nice place if it was cleaned better & the outside was taken care of. I’m sorry I couldn’t give a better review.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S.

21 May, 2019

Lovely home in beautiful setting

A very pleasant stay in this well-appointed home! I rent a lot of VRBO and found this one to be one of the best provisioned houses I've stayed in. Kitchen had everything we needed to cook at home, and some extra touches that were a welcome surprise. The bedrooms were thoughtfully designed and beds were super comfy. I love it when my bed feels like the one I have at home. The house sits on a beautiful lake and we enjoyed our morning coffee while watching the geese and other birds. The neighborhood was very quiet. The house overall was comfortable and set up for a relaxing, no-hassle stay. The owners clearly know how to prepare for guests in both the arrival process/instructions and the set up of the house. We had a busy schedule while we were there with family activities in other local towns. We would love to revisit this house when we can stay home and enjoy the house, the lake and the serenity of the lake setting.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Lynn O.

22 Jun, 2022

Liked: Check-in

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Spacious, cluttered, ...

Pros: Lots of space to spread out. Room for adults to have their own space and children another. Enjoyed the nature - view of lake, cranes, birds. Adequate parking for 3 cars; location is good for getting to Madison, a little farther to Milwaukee but doable. Cons: beds (definitely not new, master bed had spongy foam, no adequate blinds/drapes) - kitchen supplies mediocre to poor - old charcoal grill - peddle boat dirty and unappealing - garage and storage unit so cluttered hard to get to things. - difficult to cook since pots and pans provided not adequate. Seemed overpriced for what it was. On well water so have to buy water jug refills for dispenser. Owner provides first one. Would be nice if that information was provided beforehand. Photos do not accurately reflect the property.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linnea V.

10 Sept, 2018

Great home for a getaway together!

Joanna and Carl were such amazing and welcoming hosts! They were very easy to get a hold of and were very clear in their directions about the house and very helpful about fun things to do in the area. The house was immaculate when we arrived and there was even a little gift basket waiting for us on the counter. We enjoyed all of the spaces that the house had to offer! The living room and dining room were great gathering places and it was wonderful to kick back in the gazebo. The beds were comfortable and the house was very well supplied with towels, bedding and everything we needed to make ourselves comfortable. The kitchen was also well stocked and we had no problem finding the utensils that we needed to make a plethora of meals during our stay. The only thing that was slightly disappointing about the trip is that the lake was pretty green around the house and definitely didn’t look like a great place to swim. That being said it may just be the time of year. There was a great local beach nearby, so we just spent our afternoon kicking it there! We loved the kayaks and the paddle boards and the great lawn area for games! Overall I would highly recommend this cabin! You won’t be disappointed!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine A.

20 Dec, 2024

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

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenna B.

23 Jul, 2024

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

Perfect!

The house was so warmly decorated and relaxing. LOVED the very thoughtful snack basket! Everything about this home made for a very relaxing long weekend. And the Fireworks over the lake were beautiful to watch. Thanks for the text message giving us a heads-up!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri W.

14 May, 2024

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

Wisconsin graduation

We ad grandparents, siblings and parents at the house. It was perfect! View great in the morning, and great host who was super responsive.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra J.

26 Nov, 2022

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

Quick trip home

The open floor plan was ideal for our littles ones. The kitchen was fully equipped. Nice view of the lake. Cozy feel.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Theresa K.

31 Oct, 2022

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

Nice Weekend

Overall we had a great time. The Lake House is a little on the older side. The bedrooms and bathrooms were very clean but the glassware could use a good cleaning. This place worked well for what we were looking for. Would have no problem booking again.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

15 Sept, 2022

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

Perfect for Gals' Getaway of 3 Generations

Wonderful lake-front home with lots of indoor and outdoor amenities! Mike was easy to communicate with and always promptly responded. Just wish we had more days to enjoy as my group only reserved for the weekend. Highly recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heidi J.

5 Sept, 2022

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

Great house

House was nice and location was great. Plenty of kitchen utensils, games and things to enjoy the lake.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

31 Aug, 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and access to beautiful Lake Ripley!

Excellent access to a beautiful lake for family fun! We enjoyed fishing from the dock at the end of thee yard and kayaking and paddle boarding every day. The beach is close-by for swimming and is very clean with a huge, shallow area for young swimmers. The house has plenty of space both indoor and out.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

29 Aug, 2022

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

Very nice and fun home.

There are many cozy spots to sit. The owner was great, he gave very quick replies to our questions.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam L.

18 Aug, 2022

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

Has all the amenities needed for a lake house

Long yard, perfect for having a bunch of different yard games going at once. Plenty of space inside as well. Has all the amenities needed for a weekend on the lake. Host was communicative through the whole process.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

16 May, 2022

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

We couldn’t have found a better home to celebrate our son’s graduation with family!

Such a comfortable home with great views, lake access and spectacular socializing spaces. It was the perfect spot for our family to gather to celebrate our sons graduation from UW Madison. Beautifully appointed home with a fabulous lake appeal. Feel so blessed to have found this property!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

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