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Waterfront Lake Cottage - Upper Nemahbin Lake

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View to lake from deck
A dining area with a view of a lake, a table with chairs, a lamp, a potted plant, and a rustic lantern.
A spacious living room with a large sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a view of a lake through large windows.
View to lake from deck
A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a view of a lake with boats.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Fireplace
    A rare find - cosy up in front of a warm, inviting fireplace.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Oconomowoc, WI
  • Place, Upper Nemahbin Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lower Nemahbin Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Lower Nashotah Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Milwaukee, WI (MKE-General Mitchell Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Ground Floor Cozy Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second Level Loft

2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront Lake Cottage - Upper Nemahbin Lake

Great cozy lake cottage, recently remodeled, located in lake country about 25 miles west of downtown Milwaukee on Upper Nemahbin Lake, a glacial lake, with great shopping and restaurants closeby, including Highwater Bar & Grill right on the lake. There is access to 5 lakes via kayak, canoe, and paddleboard. Pontoon available for enjoyment for additional fees. Kayaks and play mat are available for free. Get your family outside to enjoy the great outdoors, detach from electronics and spend time together boating, swimming, paddleboarding, skiing, tubing, and, of course, fishing.

The 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom cottage sleeps 6 guests comfortably. There is 1 bedroom on the main level with a queen bed and a large loft on the 2nd floor with 2 queen beds and 2 twin beds.
There are beautiful views of the lake on both levels which is just 20 feet from the cottage.

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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
Steep stairs to loft and down from road.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
This cottage is very close to the water, a fairly busy road, and has some steep stairs, need to be very careful especially with children.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1574660vb
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

Oconomowoc

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Peninsular Park, a neighbourhood in Oconomowoc. Hawks Inn and Oconomowoc Arts Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Imagination Station and Theatre On Main. Oakbrook-Eser Studios and Gallery and Fowler Lake Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Oconomowoc, WI

What's nearby

  • Upper Nemahbin Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Lower Nemahbin Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lower Nashotah Lake - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Hawks Inn - 2 min drive - 4.0 km
  • American Family Field - 24 min drive - 46.1 km

Getting around

  • Waukesha, WI (UES-Waukesha County) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪El Jimador - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Stolley's Hogg Alley - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Panera - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Lake Cottage - Upper Nemahbin Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Waterfront Lake Cottage - Upper Nemahbin Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Lake Cottage - Upper Nemahbin Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Lake Cottage - Upper Nemahbin Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Lake Cottage - Upper Nemahbin Lake located?

Located in Peninsular Park, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Upper Nemahbin Lake and Lower Nemahbin Lake. Hawks Inn and Lower Nashotah Lake are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Payton C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The entire process of renting this house was easy and streamlined. The hosts and the property itself were top notch. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay couldn’t have been better! Gorgeous place on the water. Hosts were super helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean. Pontoon was in great condition .Places to eat just down the road. View of the lake was fantastic. Had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay W.

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

Lake Getaway

Beautiful property right on the lakefront that made for a great way to escape the city. Would recommend to anyone looking for a fun weekend on the lake. Very friendly and communicative host who went above and beyond to ensure our group had a great trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kaleigh p.

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

Our stay at the cabin

We loved our stay. The home is cozy. Lake and pier and great. The owners are great with communicating. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Megan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This little cabin is super cute and the location right on the waterfront is beautiful. They did have large signs the water was unsafe to drink, however they then provided a water cooler for you.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe W.

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

Brewer Game

Found this place for a short family vacation/Brewer game. Nice place right on the water. Great communication with hosts. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay W.

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

Perfect Lake Weekend!

This was our second time staying here and it was even better than the first time! We fished, floated, went kayaking, had bon fires, cooked out, played board games, and slept great! The lake view is amazing and the property came with everything you would want from a 5 star hotel, worth every penny! Beautiful inside and out! And Derrick was a 5 star host yet again, he genuinely wanted us to enjoy our stay and it showed! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

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

Very Nice Weekend!

We rented this lake house for a last minute family weekend. We had an amazing time. The weather was great. The water was warm. We cooked out on the grill and had a fire in the fire pit. You do hear the highway noise but it wasn't a big deal for us. We also rented the pontoon boat which was a lot of fun. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Best stay in Wisconsin

This truly was the best day I have ever experienced while booking a vacation home. The property owners were very polite and more than helpful. If you ever get a chance to go I would highly recommend it. My wife child and myself along with our friends had one of the best weekends we ever did together. The owners truly took time to explain everything and make sure we were comfortable. The house is beautiful everything well-kept. Will definitely be back for another stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Amy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

A few more things to know about this cabin.

Property manager very helpful and prompt. Great location for us. Nice lakeshore. Low ceilings so tall people beware. Note: no potable water but they provide drinking water. This property more like rustic cabin rental. Also need to be very careful walking down uneven steps down to front door so not for elderly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Molly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful and comfortable property! It's rare to find a rental where every bed is comfortable, but we used the downstairs bedroom and one of the queen beds on the second floor and all of us raved about the mattresses. The outdoor amenities provided were great and so helpful. Our only downsides to keep in mind: 1. You are right off the highway, so you can definitely hear traffic but it's not horrendous. 2. If you plan on doing more stovetop/oven based cooking note that pots/pans/trays are limited. 3. On the same cooking note, the fridge is small so we bought ice and filled the large outdoor cooler with drinks and other misc items. Overall it was a great stay both inside and out, highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Deborah G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The home is clean, mattresses are comfortable, the lake is beautiful. I didn't realize no dishwasher, no washer/dryer, no potable water, and loud traffic noises in the bedroom at night. The kitchen mostly is stocked with disposable utensils/cups/plates, which I wasn’t expecting. Host brought me a drip coffeemaker when I requested one, which was very kind. I feel like I paid for lake proximity; not sure I would do so again.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun, 2026
Thank you for the kind words about the cottage, lake, and mattresses — and we were happy to bring over the coffee maker. That’s what we’re here for. For future guests, our listing describes this as a true lakefront cottage experience — no dishwasher or washer/dryer. The kitchen is fully stocked with plates, bowls, flatware, pans, and cooking utensils, along with disposable options for easy, no-fuss meals. The cottage is on well water, and drinking water is provided. We’re also conveniently located near well-traveled roads, so some ambient outdoor sounds come with the easy access from Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago. We encourage all guests to review the full listing before booking to make sure it’s the right fit. We hope the lake made it worthwhile.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

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

A little slice of heaven

My stay here has become a yearly event I look forward too. The children and adults love swimming in the clear water. The owners are accommodating and friendly. I can’t wait for our next stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan P.

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

My family had a great stay at this lake house!

Great lake house with easy access to water fun - kayaking, boating, fishing, and swimming!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay W.

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

Perfect lake house experience

Everything you would expect from a little lake house. We enjoyed our stay very much. Relaxing and peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Great house, really nice owner, beautiful lake

This lake house is really great, the pictures undersell how nice the house & lake are. The owners are very accommodating, and the area is fun with a couple bars down the road. I would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyler W.

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

Core memory achieved

This was single-handedly the best vacation home experience our group has ever had and we have well over 100 trips between us. If you could write a book on how to be a good host it would have this experience as the text book example. We only live 15 minutes away so we’ll probably become best friends with them. My advice is rent the pontoon boat that comes with the property and screw the big business rental places because the experience is so much better when you can still sit on the water all night watching the epic sunset over light summer rain and not worry about returning the boat that day. But that was just our perfect experience. I’m sure you’ll have your own too! Your loss if you don’t stay here and your life will be less because of it. No one to blame but yourself. Five stars
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Polly T.

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

Just so Close to the water!!

The property was so cute ! Perfect for what I was looking for. The owners were very attentive and answered all my questions right away. We spent a lot of time in the water just off the steps it was sandy and we used our beach chairs in the water. We could listen to music have drinks and watch the lake goings on. We also rented a little motor boat from Als Bait just down the road to explore the lower lakes on both sides one day. The lakes are all beautiful and great for swimming and fishing. The house had all the things we needed and the beds were comfortable. I loved waking up to the big windows and seeing the lake in the morning . Sitting out back in the chairs in the evening and watching the sun go down and the ducks swimming by. I grew up in the area so It was just the perfect location and the cutest little place. I would definetely go there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

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

Great stay on the lake

The owner was incredibly accommodating and communicative. The property is exactly what I expected based on the listing and photos. Picture esq views, Right on the lake. The clear shallow water with no weeds was great for swimming. I enjoyed nights on the deck grilling food and enjoying the view. Great restaurants/grocery stores in close proximity. The nearby traffic noise in the background wasn't a big deal and made the location easy to get to. I look forward to staying here again and would recommend it to family and friends.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie H.

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

Perfect little lake house with an amazing location!

This was a really good find! The owner was very responsive at all times. The house was filled with amenities to make us feel at home. The lake was warm with shallow areas for the kid to play. It was really nice to have the use of all the Games and water toys as well.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward M.

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

Amazing for family gatherings and more

Boating Fishing Kayaks BBQ This place has it all Excellent host Simply amazing property Worked great with adults and Infants
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Haumza D.

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

Fantastic Lakefront Home

The owners were extremely kind and responded quickly. Beautiful lake and home, plenty of space for outdoor activities, and very convenient dock. Comfortably slept 4 adults here. Great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Caryl G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Very nice and accommodating owners, extremely noisy location

The two owners are extremely pleasant and responsive - 5 stars for that. They kindly let us check in a bit early and check out late, and were very helpful. Sadly, this is about the noisiest place I have ever stayed at anywhere in my many travels. It is RIGHT on top of two busy highways - the I94 and Delafield Rd. It is not quite so bad in the living room, but in the bedroom, the trucks and cars seem to rattle and whizz right next to one's head throughout the night, making sleep impossible. It felt as though I was sleeping right in the middle of the highway. Other things to consider are: a) the stair treads going up to the main bedroom are not wide enough to put one's foot straight, so one has to walk up sideways, which may be a problem for anyone who is not very agile. b) the listing states it sleeps six. There were five of us - my husband and me, an adult son and second adult son with girlfriend. This did not work well for us. There are two double beds (meant for 4 people) in the attic/ main bedroom, so no privacy (we had to sleep with our adult son), and the second room has a pull out couch to create a double bed, but the room is too small to pull them out, so my son and his partner ending up sleeping on two different levels. Note that you need to bring your own shampoo etc, and there are very few utensils, though the owners are nice about bringing some over if you ask them.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew M.

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

Lake house stay...

This house was exactly what my friend and I needed. Very relaxing, located on the lake and with wonderful hosts. We had an issue with a lack of gas for the grill and the owner was over in five minutes to take care of it. He checked in on us often and made sure that we had everything we needed. The highway noise can be slightly annoying but it is easy to overcome while relaxing on the dock, fishing, etc. I would certainly recommend renting this house.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

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