8/10 Good
Maureen L.
25 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maureen L.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Cabin
Two Bed Two Bathroom Cabin with kitchenette area
Cabin in Williams Bay with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5350 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Williams Bay, WI
- Place, Geneva Lake5 min walk
- Place, Williams Bay Beach8 min walk
- Place, Lake Como2 min drive
- Airport, Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional)56 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
About this property
Two Bed Two Bathroom Cabin with kitchenette area
Dear Friends,
Staying at Harbor View feels like the best of both worlds: a cozy, woodsy-cabin retreat with modern comforts, while also putting you right where all the lakefront charm, outdoor adventure, and small-town Wisconsin hospitality converge. You wake up, maybe walk to the lake, enjoy a day of swimming or hiking or browsing local shops, come back to fire up a grill or relax on the deck — all without needing to drive far.
What makes our property truly unique is its blend of location, history, and the classic lake-cabin feeling that has become increasingly rare around Geneva Lake. Our family has owned and cared for this property since 1970, and over the decades we’ve welcomed multiple generations of returning guests who now think of this place as their “home away from home.” That sense of familiarity, warmth, and tradition is something you simply don’t find everywhere.
The property sits just 1,500 feet from the Geneva Lakefront, yet it still offers the peaceful character of a quiet neighborhood—close to the beach, marina, parks, restaurants, and the iconic lake path. Very few properties today remain this close to the lake while still preserving the original charm of the area: the cozy cabin feel, the woods, the sense of old-time lake living, and the slower pace that makes vacations memorable.
We also take pride in running this as a family business, not a corporate rental. Guests appreciate the personal touch, the long-standing relationships we’ve built, and the knowledge that they’re staying somewhere that has been loved and cared for over 50 years. It’s this combination of location, history, and genuine hospitality that makes our property stand out from the rest.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 first aid kit
About the area
Williams Bay
Williams Bay is home to this cabin. Gary Gygax Memorial and Black Point Estate are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Yerkes Observatory and Animal Gardens. Paradise Golf Park and Lake Geneva Balloon Company are also worth visiting.
Williams Bay, WI
What's nearby
- Geneva Lake - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- Kishwauketoe Nature Conservancy - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Williams Bay Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Lake Como - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
- The Mountain Top at Grand Geneva Resort - 16 min drive - 15.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Pier 290 - 3 min drive
- Mars Restaurant & Resort - 4 min drive
- In The Drink - 14 min drive
- Big Foot Market - 13 min drive
- The Bar at Chuck's - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.2/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.8/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.2/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Geness J.
4 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Geness J.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Beth R.
8 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything thing was clean nice and friendly
Beth R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Irene D.
12 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Irene D.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Elaina
3 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Elaina
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Neal S.
21 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Neal S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
25 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
the best experience
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Noah M.
19 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Noah M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nikki S.
2 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nikki S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Elliot S.
4 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jim was awesome
Elliot S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sarah K., Chicago, IL, USA
15 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin stay close to the lake
Sarah K.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
8/10 Good
Deb B.
12 Jul, 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, great host. Close to everything.
Deb B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Erika H., Lincoln, NE
31 May, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin vibes close to everything at a great value
Erika H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
David R.
27 Jul, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Golf and fishing reunion
David R.
10/10 Excellent
Dawn H., Oswego, Illinois
13 Jun, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
50 and Fabulous
Dawn H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
2/10 Terrible
Veronica R.
17 May, 2021
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Disappointed
Veronica R.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Maggie C.
3 May, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing weekend with friends
Maggie C.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
8/10 Good
Edith C.
9 Jul, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little cabin
Edith C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
10/10 Excellent
michelle n.
29 Jun, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great great great!
michelle n.
8/10 Good
Beata J.
25 Oct, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great płace !!!
Beata J.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
10/10 Excellent
Corey S.
9 Aug, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent accommodations
Corey S.
10/10 Excellent
Julia F., Chicago, USA
12 Jun, 2019
Great getaway location
Julia F.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
About the host
Hosted by Jim DAlessandro
A Little History of Williams Bay & Harbor View
Williams Bay has been welcoming lake visitors for nearly two centuries. What began as a Potawatomi settlement and later a small pioneer community grew into one of Geneva Lake’s most loved resort villages, attracting families, boaters, and vacationers from Chicago and beyond.
Harbor View Motel & Cabins are part of that tradition. Our family has owned and cared for this property since 1970, during a time when Williams Bay was still filled with classic lake cabins, mom-and-pop motels, and long-time summer families. We’ve had the pleasure of hosting generations of returning guests—many who still come back year after year for the same reasons: the beach, the fishing, the lake walks, and the familiar shops and restaurants that make Williams Bay feel like home.
What makes Harbor View special is that it still reflects the old-time Lake Geneva era—where you’re close to the water, surrounded by trees, and part of a quiet neighborhood, yet just steps from everything that makes the village come alive in summer. In a region where many historic properties have been replaced by large developments, we’re proud to preserve a place that feels like the Geneva Lake families remember.
We’re grateful to share this piece of Williams Bay history with you and look forward to helping you create your own lake memories.
Williams Bay has been welcoming lake visitors for nearly two centuries. What began as a Potawatomi settlement and later a small pioneer community grew into one of Geneva Lake’s most loved resort villages, attracting families, boaters, and vacationers from Chicago and beyond.
Harbor View Motel & Cabins are part of that tradition. Our family has owned and cared for this property since 1970, during a time when Williams Bay was still filled with classic lake cabins, mom-and-pop motels, and long-time summer families. We’ve had the pleasure of hosting generations of returning guests—many who still come back year after year for the same reasons: the beach, the fishing, the lake walks, and the familiar shops and restaurants that make Williams Bay feel like home.
What makes Harbor View special is that it still reflects the old-time Lake Geneva era—where you’re close to the water, surrounded by trees, and part of a quiet neighborhood, yet just steps from everything that makes the village come alive in summer. In a region where many historic properties have been replaced by large developments, we’re proud to preserve a place that feels like the Geneva Lake families remember.
We’re grateful to share this piece of Williams Bay history with you and look forward to helping you create your own lake memories.
Why they chose this property
We chose this neighborhood because it represents everything we love about Williams Bay and Geneva Lake—a peaceful, walkable lakeside setting with deep roots and a true sense of community. Our family has been here since 1970, and over the years we’ve watched this area grow while still keeping the charm that makes people fall in love with it.
What makes this spot special is how close it is to the lakefront, beach, marina, and village shops, yet it still feels quiet and relaxed. You can walk to everything, enjoy the shoreline, grab ice cream, or take a stroll along the lake path, then come back to a calm neighborhood surrounded by trees and lake breezes. It’s that rare mix of convenience, character, and classic Geneva Lake charm that keeps guests—and generations of families—coming back year after year.
What makes this spot special is how close it is to the lakefront, beach, marina, and village shops, yet it still feels quiet and relaxed. You can walk to everything, enjoy the shoreline, grab ice cream, or take a stroll along the lake path, then come back to a calm neighborhood surrounded by trees and lake breezes. It’s that rare mix of convenience, character, and classic Geneva Lake charm that keeps guests—and generations of families—coming back year after year.
What makes this property unique
What truly sets our property apart is its rare combination of location, history, and classic Geneva Lake charm. Our family has owned and cared for Harbor View since 1970, and over the decades we’ve welcomed multiple generations of returning guests—many of whom now think of this place as their “home away from home.” That kind of connection and continuity is something you simply can’t recreate.
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