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Lake House Retreat Steps From Lake Geneva ~ Abbey Springs Resort!

Family-friendly fun on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Front view of the house.
Front of house showing circular driveway.
Family room with wood-burning fireplace.
Family room, TV and screen porch.
Screen porch with view of the 18th green.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 103100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Fontana-On-Geneva Lake, WI
  • Place, Geneva Lake
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Geneva Cruise Line
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, The Mountain Top at Grand Geneva Resort
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

3 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lake House Retreat Steps From Lake Geneva ~ Abbey Springs Resort!

This home is all about location! It is the second home in the community just steps from the clubhouse, restaurants and lakefront. Vacation living doesn't get any better than this! A four-bedroom, three full-bath home plus den that sits on the 18th fairway of the golf course. Over 3,000 square feet (with more space in the lower level) there's room for everyone to gather or to spread out.

Other features of the home include two fireplaces, large deck with Weber gas grill, big garage, basement has combination pool table and ping pong. The home has two furnaces/AC for zoned heating/cooling. Handicap accessibility: One step at the front door. There is a den on the main floor with a pull-out queen sofa bed. First floor bath does have a tub/shower combination.

Abbey Springs features two pools (indoor and outdoor), an award-winning scenic golf course, three restaurants, fitness center, racquetball, tennis, Bocce ball, volleyball, basketball and private beach access to the lake.

The rental rate includes the fees payable to the Abbey Springs Association for access to all of their recreational amenities (except golf which has a separate green fee).

The home is located 1.5 miles from downtown Fontana and 8.5 miles from downtown Lake Geneva. In Fontana you can rent a speed boat or pontoon, parasail or hang out on the dock of Chuck's Lakeshore Inn and Gordy's Bar & Grill. Downtown Lake Geneva (15-20 minutes) is home to terrific restaurants and boutique shopping. There is also a public lake-shore path that you can access from the Abbey Springs private beach to enjoy the beautiful homes and lake views.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Two days notice for reservation. Noise complaint--1st offense $50; 2nd offense $100. Deducted from security deposit. No smoking facility.
you must fill out the rental agreement after booking

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Fontana

Located in Fontana, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. Dancing Horse Theatre and Delavan Historical Society are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Black Point Estate and Gary Gygax Memorial. Consider Phoenix Park Bandshell for a night out or Yerkes Observatory if you're travelling with kids. Jet skiing, kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Fontana-On-Geneva Lake, WI

What's nearby

  • Geneva Lake - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Geneva National Golf Club - 15 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Lake Geneva Cruise Line - 18 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Moose Mountain Falls Waterpark - 20 min drive - 19.7 km
  • The Mountain Top at Grand Geneva Resort - 23 min drive - 24.0 km

Getting around

  • Harvard Station - 22 min drive
  • Milwaukee, WI (MKE-General Mitchell Intl.) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pier 290 - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Big Foot Market - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Mill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Bar at Chuck's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Gordy's Boat House Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Lake House Retreat Steps From Lake Geneva ~ Abbey Springs Resort! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Lake House Retreat Steps From Lake Geneva ~ Abbey Springs Resort! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Lake House Retreat Steps From Lake Geneva ~ Abbey Springs Resort! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake House Retreat Steps From Lake Geneva ~ Abbey Springs Resort! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake House Retreat Steps From Lake Geneva ~ Abbey Springs Resort! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake House Retreat Steps From Lake Geneva ~ Abbey Springs Resort! located?

Located in Fontana, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre, 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from Geneva Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Williams Bay Beach and Kishwauketoe Nature Conservancy. Big Foot Golf Range and Black Point Estate are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 120 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Todd S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for golf vacation
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn and Bill C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Immaculate. Easy entry . Great accommodations. Will plan a return in 2026! Perfect for reunion of 7 long-time friends. Plus - Abbey Springs property is perfect venue
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The stay was lovely. Ping-pong and airhockey made for good laughs.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron E.

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

Highly recommend!

Very spacious clean house in a great location & neighborhood!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent help from owners
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren S.

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

Great house for buddy golf trip

Group of friends stayed here for a golf trip. The house was exactly as shown with plenty of sleeping options and good amenities. Very clean and fun basement with pool/ping pong table and air hockey. Host was very responsive and helped give good advice on places to eat/things to do. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an absolutely fantastic stay at this beautiful lake house in Abbey Springs! From the moment we arrived, it was clear that the host takes great pride in the property—everything was in excellent shape, spotless, and thoughtfully appointed. The kitchen was fully stocked, the linens were fresh and high-quality, and every detail had been considered to make our stay as comfortable as possible.The host was truly exceptional—friendly, responsive, and incredibly conscientious. They checked in to make sure everything was going smoothly and clearly cared about creating a great guest experience.All the amenities at Abbey Springs just made the experience even better. We would return in a heartbeat and highly recommend this home to anyone looking for a five-star stay in Fontana!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen W.

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

Great Place

Very clean. Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue G.

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

Family vacation

Very clean, great location, and a lot of room for all ages of people to enjoy the house. Lots of room to play games watch TV and relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendra S.

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

Great Stay!

Very spacious house for my group of 10! Amenities at Abbey Springs were excellent. The master bedroom bed is huge and it was very private location. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole P., Chicago, IL

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

Great location

House was great for a weekend getaway! Beautiful view of the golf course and plenty of space, house is nicer in person than in photos!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Girls Weekend

Great property and location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Adelaide F., Chicago, IL

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

Great stay!

Loved staying at Karl’s property! The house was much bigger than expected and was perfect for our family of 6 stay. I would for sure stay here again. Karl was communicative and check-in was easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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

Family Weekend

Wonderful home, very close to pool and beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barb D.

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

Perfect getaway!

Large comfortable home in great abbey springs location. Beautiful view of golf course!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Robert Y.

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

Family Gathering

Home was very nice & well suited for our Group (3-76). Would definitely rent again for a future stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Michele Z.

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

Large home

We enjoyed our stay and access to the pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

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

Lake Geneva getaway with the family.

Beautiful home, very clean and well organized. Everyone loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James K.

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

Abbey Springs Long Weekend

A wonderful weekend for 9 of us at this property. Beautiful grounds. Well equipped large home. Dogs allowed. Pool and hot tub available. Beach nearby. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penny E.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

family reunion

Our stay was comfortable. The golfers enjoyed the course being right outside our door. The rest enjoyed the activities in the club house and pools.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin F.

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

Family-Friendly Property

We had an excellent stay! The house was very well maintained and safe for our kids (all aged under 5). The amenities to which we had access (especially the pool) made the stay even better.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great stay

Did a golf getaway with some friends. Place is as listed and has all the comforts of home. Location is great and we had an awesome time. Karl is the man.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patty K.

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

Great community

Very large, clean home with a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Byron P.

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

Excellent property

Beautiful, clean home. Plenty of room for our family of 7. Kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed. Lots of games & entertainment for every age. We loved our stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda L.

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

Lake Geneva Family Reunion

The house was perfect for my family. Wonderful time. The house was equipped with everything we needed from sheets, towels, utensils, barbeque pits, dishes, and the location to the clubhouse couldn't have been better
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Karl Schmitt, Owner / Property Manager

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I am retired and enjoy helping people. The exterior of the home is monitored by ADT cameras: doorbell, front yard, back yard and garage. It records visuals and audio. There are no cameras inside the home.

Why they chose this property

This property is the second home in the community and is just steps from all of the amenities available in the Abbey Springs Golf Resort.

What makes this property unique

Just across the street from Lake Geneva. Steps from the clubhouse. Very near to golf course, beach, clubhouse and restaurants. The property is on the 18th green.

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