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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41000 sq ft
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Poynette, WI
- Place, Happy Hollow Park11 min walk
- Place, Kalahari Indoor Waterpark25 min drive
- Place, University of Wisconsin-Madison44 min drive
- Airport, Madison, WI (MSN-Dane County Regional)33 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds and 1 Double Futon
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Island View Hideaway- Hot Tub, Nearby Skiing, Peaceful, Scenic, Birds, Nature!
Near Cascade Mountain Ski Resort, Devilshead, Christmas Mountain!!! Great XC skiing nearby at Lodi Area Ski Trails and at Mirror Lake State Park. Great place to come back to after a day of skiing for a soak soak in the hot tub with a GREAT view of nature!
Rent this furnished cottage to enjoy the beauty of nature on the Wisconsin River and Lake Wisconsin. Conveniently located on shallow Lake Wisconsin waterfront with sandbars to wade to between Madison and the Wisconsin Dells, just 1.5 hours from Milw and 3 hours from Chicago.
Bring some firewood (or buy it locally) and have a campfire in the firepit next to the water!
This 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 2-story cottage has a bright, clean kitchen and a wonderful open layout on the first floor. Beautiful views out the large living room windows look onto green, sandy islands, sandbars and the undeveloped distant shores of the Wisconsin River as it opens up into Lake WI. Explore the many channels, sandbars, and islands of the WI River and Lake WI.
Same owner as smaller cottage next door.
SPRING, SUMMER, FALL & WINTER Adventures! Green trees, sunny sand-bars, and a lazy river await you. Tucked off the main channel the cottage has the best of both worlds…easy assess to the big water, a great view of the water and sunsets, but little boat traffic. Because of our shallow waterfront location, the choice is yours, launch your boat at one of 3 nearby boat launchs and head left for Lake Wisconsin or go right for the Wisconsin River. You’ve got it all right here! You can launch your boat daily and spend an exciting day on the open water of the lake (too shallow to get a boat of any size into our channel but you can park your trailer in front at the end of the day) or a quiet day exploring the Dells-like bluffs and the nearby islands, coves, and backwaters in your canoe or kayak. The shallow water in front is great for kayaks and canoes. Explore the many channels, sandbars, and islands of the WI River and Lake WI. Relax with friends or family on the deck after a day canoeing or kayaking around the sandy tree-covered islands.
Enjoy shallow water fishing from the sandbar in front, from our canoe, or use a boat to hit several of the best local fishing spots all within 5 minutes of the cottage: The Narrows, Fockes Bluffs, Tipperary Bluffs, and Camp Rest Park. Good fishing for Walleye, Smallmouth Bass, White Bass, Catfish, Largemouth, Crappie and more.
The cottage has a green lawn for yard games or for kids to run around in, plus just a block away is a park with playground equipment and wading beach, perfect for small children and dogs. Tennis and basketball courts are just a mile up the road. Bike riding opportunities on winding country roads in the area are fantastic. Up for a challenge? Circle Lake Wisconsin on your bike, it's about a 50-60 mile trip with a free ferryboat crossing as a highlight!
This two bedroom, two bathroom house has a full kitchen and an open layout. The kitchen is equipped with all you’ll need to prepare any meal you like…or grill out on waterside deck on the gas grill! Feeling lazy? Kick back and enjoy the 47” flat screen LCD HDTV, so...relax, sip a drink, even surf the web, and watch the river go by!
Beautiful views out the large living room windows and across the 16’x25’ deck look onto green, sandy islands and the undeveloped distant shores of the Wisconsin River as it opens up into Lake Wisconsin.
FALL & WINTER FUN! After the summer crowds leave you’ll find unique beauty and tranquility on the river. Tucked in among the surrounding bluffs and hillsides you’ll find gorgeous fall colors and dazzling winter scenery. Hundreds of wooded acres across the street are home to the Red Bellied Woodpecker, Wild Turkey, and White Tailed Deer, while the ever-changing river offers views of Sandhill Cranes, Bald Eagles, Beaver, and Muskrat. Scenic drives in all directions make interesting day trips more fun! Many nearby day-trip possibilities including the Wollensheim Winery, Wisconsin Dells, Devil's Lake State Park, Baraboo Circus World Museum, and so much more. Nearby ski hills include Cascade Mountain (15 min) and Devilshead Lodge (30 min).
So much to see and so much to do! Relaxing!
Fish for Walleye, Smallmouth Bass, White Bass, Catfish, Largemouth, Crappie, and more. Many nearby day-trip possibilities including the WI Dells, Devil's Lake State Park, Baraboo Circus World Museum, and more! Great bird-watching!
Keywords: Scenery, Quiet, Serene, Fishing, Beautiful Views, Sandbar
Rent this furnished cottage to enjoy the beauty of nature on the Wisconsin River and Lake Wisconsin. Conveniently located on shallow Lake Wisconsin waterfront with sandbars to wade to between Madison and the Wisconsin Dells, just 1.5 hours from Milw and 3 hours from Chicago.
Bring some firewood (or buy it locally) and have a campfire in the firepit next to the water!
This 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 2-story cottage has a bright, clean kitchen and a wonderful open layout on the first floor. Beautiful views out the large living room windows look onto green, sandy islands, sandbars and the undeveloped distant shores of the Wisconsin River as it opens up into Lake WI. Explore the many channels, sandbars, and islands of the WI River and Lake WI.
Same owner as smaller cottage next door.
SPRING, SUMMER, FALL & WINTER Adventures! Green trees, sunny sand-bars, and a lazy river await you. Tucked off the main channel the cottage has the best of both worlds…easy assess to the big water, a great view of the water and sunsets, but little boat traffic. Because of our shallow waterfront location, the choice is yours, launch your boat at one of 3 nearby boat launchs and head left for Lake Wisconsin or go right for the Wisconsin River. You’ve got it all right here! You can launch your boat daily and spend an exciting day on the open water of the lake (too shallow to get a boat of any size into our channel but you can park your trailer in front at the end of the day) or a quiet day exploring the Dells-like bluffs and the nearby islands, coves, and backwaters in your canoe or kayak. The shallow water in front is great for kayaks and canoes. Explore the many channels, sandbars, and islands of the WI River and Lake WI. Relax with friends or family on the deck after a day canoeing or kayaking around the sandy tree-covered islands.
Enjoy shallow water fishing from the sandbar in front, from our canoe, or use a boat to hit several of the best local fishing spots all within 5 minutes of the cottage: The Narrows, Fockes Bluffs, Tipperary Bluffs, and Camp Rest Park. Good fishing for Walleye, Smallmouth Bass, White Bass, Catfish, Largemouth, Crappie and more.
The cottage has a green lawn for yard games or for kids to run around in, plus just a block away is a park with playground equipment and wading beach, perfect for small children and dogs. Tennis and basketball courts are just a mile up the road. Bike riding opportunities on winding country roads in the area are fantastic. Up for a challenge? Circle Lake Wisconsin on your bike, it's about a 50-60 mile trip with a free ferryboat crossing as a highlight!
This two bedroom, two bathroom house has a full kitchen and an open layout. The kitchen is equipped with all you’ll need to prepare any meal you like…or grill out on waterside deck on the gas grill! Feeling lazy? Kick back and enjoy the 47” flat screen LCD HDTV, so...relax, sip a drink, even surf the web, and watch the river go by!
Beautiful views out the large living room windows and across the 16’x25’ deck look onto green, sandy islands and the undeveloped distant shores of the Wisconsin River as it opens up into Lake Wisconsin.
FALL & WINTER FUN! After the summer crowds leave you’ll find unique beauty and tranquility on the river. Tucked in among the surrounding bluffs and hillsides you’ll find gorgeous fall colors and dazzling winter scenery. Hundreds of wooded acres across the street are home to the Red Bellied Woodpecker, Wild Turkey, and White Tailed Deer, while the ever-changing river offers views of Sandhill Cranes, Bald Eagles, Beaver, and Muskrat. Scenic drives in all directions make interesting day trips more fun! Many nearby day-trip possibilities including the Wollensheim Winery, Wisconsin Dells, Devil's Lake State Park, Baraboo Circus World Museum, and so much more. Nearby ski hills include Cascade Mountain (15 min) and Devilshead Lodge (30 min).
So much to see and so much to do! Relaxing!
Fish for Walleye, Smallmouth Bass, White Bass, Catfish, Largemouth, Crappie, and more. Many nearby day-trip possibilities including the WI Dells, Devil's Lake State Park, Baraboo Circus World Museum, and more! Great bird-watching!
Keywords: Scenery, Quiet, Serene, Fishing, Beautiful Views, Sandbar
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children welcome
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Up to 2 dogs allowed with $25/night pet fee.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed inside the cottage.
Important information
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Poynette
Located in Poynette, this cottage is near a water park and on the waterfront. Museum at the Portage and Fort Winnebago Surgeons Quarters are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Historic Indian Agency House and Aldo Leopold Foundation. Happy Hollow Park and Glenview Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.

Poynette, WI
What's nearby
- Happy Hollow Park - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
- Kalahari Indoor Waterpark - 25 min drive - 42.8 km
- Noah's Ark Waterpark - 30 min drive - 48.5 km
- Mt. Olympus Water and Theme Park - 31 min drive - 49.1 km
- University of Wisconsin-Madison - 44 min drive - 58.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Love's Travel Stop - 13 min drive
- McDonald's - 13 min drive
- Lakeside Bar - 11 min drive
- Iron Skillet - 22 min drive
- A & W Pour House - 11 min drive
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Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
12 Jan, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
otto k.
27 Dec, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
otto k.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ryan V.
29 Dec, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ryan V.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Carrie B.
1 Jan, 2026
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Carrie B.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Scott B.
1 Nov, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Scott B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brent F.
13 Oct, 2025
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Brent F.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Scott B.
30 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Scott B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
4/10 Poor
Mary Jo N.
16 Nov, 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location
Mary Jo N.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Frances H.
15 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Frances H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ryan Y.
27 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A hidden gem
Ryan Y.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jacqueline B.
19 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jacqueline B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Colleen G.
3 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and Beautiful
Colleen G.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ryan N.
25 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Island view
Ryan N.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cynthia V.
8 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
comfortable
Cynthia V.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Linda S.
23 Dec, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend visit
Linda S.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Laura L.
19 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mid-week getaway - relaxing!
Laura L.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Barbara C.
2 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary Trip




Barbara C.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Deanna D.
25 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cabin
Deanna D.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nicole T.
3 May, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice mini getaway
Nicole T.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Teri
21 Apr, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birders Paradise
Teri
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Polly A.
15 Apr, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sunset watching from the hottub
Polly A.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
kim S.
10 Jan, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ski Getaway
kim S.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Gil G.
11 Apr, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view
Gil G.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth W.
14 Mar, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely getaway
Elizabeth W.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mohammad A.
10 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing thanks dave
Mohammad A.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
About the host
Hosted by Dave Weber
I grew up and still live in Highland Park, IL and went to college in Wisconsin (UW-Eau Claire). We love to camp and fish and canoe and bike and hike! This area is perfect for that. Cheryl would only let me but a cottage to enjoy this area that I've enjoyed my whole life if we could find a way to help it pay it's way. So we started renting it as a vacation home on VRBO and Homeaway and the rest is history. We love coming up and staying at our cottages (we also own a smaller cottage next door, called Quietwater Cottage)!
Why they chose this property
I have fished and enjoyed this beautiful area since I was a boy. We purchased this cottage to enjoy and share with others who want great memories. It is next door to our other cottage, Quietwater Cottage, which is a little smaller but equally nice.
What makes this property unique
The open layout this cottage with the great views of the water and islands sold us on this wonderful getaway! We loved the big deck on the water side and the gently sloping yard to the water. Nothing like watching sunset from the hot tub! It's close to so many fun things to do. We provide a canoe and rowboat for our guests and shallow water in front make it easy to get out on the water and enjoy the beauty of the river and sandy islands. Guests may have to carry or drag boats a short distance to get to deeper water.
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