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Peaceful retreat for all seasons'

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A well-maintained grassy yard with a small shed, a wooden deck, and a view of a lake.
A lake with a boat and reflections of trees.
Lower deck
A two-story building with a stone facade, a wooden porch, and a flower arrangement at the entrance.
Paddle boats, kayaks, canoe for your use.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Beaver Dam, WI
  • Place, Beaver Dam Lake
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Hickory Golf Club
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Beaver Dam Lake State Wildlife Area
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fond du Lac, WI (FLD-Fond du Lac County)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

3 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

+1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Peaceful retreat for all seasons'

Lake home with 130' of frontage on Beaver Dam Lake for fishing and recreation. Amenities include 2 40' dock, use of kayaks (7), canoe and paddleboats (3). Boat launch about a mile away. 4 bedrooms, fully equipped kitchen, flat screen tv's in the master bedroom and family room. OTA TV with full roster of channels from both Madison and Milwaukee markets. BYO streaming service.

High speed unlimited data internet available for flex work/home schooling.

Please note that this is a 'whole house' 1/2 of a duplex. This is a part of a rather unique duplex that offers maximum privacy with separate private decks, pellet/charcoal combo grill, separate entrances and HVAC systems.

I do require photo ID's for all adults 18 yo+ and the first names and ages of all children under 18 yo. This is used for emergency and liability reasons only. There are no exceptions to this requirement. All ID's are held securely for your protection.

The main renter must be 25 yo+. Please contact me for potential exceptions based on previous host recommendations.

Maximum occupancy is 8 people including infants and children due to rural septic limitations. Please do not ask for exceptions to this capacity. I will not be able to honor any requests for more than 8 people.

Parking on this residential driveway is limited to 3 vehicles including any boat or other trailers. all other vehicles must be parked off site. Park on the narrow residential road at your own risk. No parking is allowed on the grass or mound septic system.

Please note that this is a NON-smoking property. if there are smokers in your group you will need to let them know that they can't smoke in the home or the decks or within 20' of a door or window. All smoking materials must be disposed of in a fireproof device and cannot be thrown on the lawn, lake or any garbage container. If they are unable to comply there will be a $200 surcharge to cleanup any smoking related materials.

Pet friendly but pet owners must pick up waste immediately and dispose of it responsibly. Pets may not be left alone in the unit unless they are in a crate. I have an extra large crate for your use but you must bring you own pet bedding. No cats are allowed in the unit at any time.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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
Up to 2 dogs allowed with pet fee of $83/1st and $55/2nd dog NO cats
No smoking on the property.
ID's for anyone over 18 yo must be submitted prior to door code being released. First names and ages of anyone under 18 yo must be submitted.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2223949vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Beaver Dam

Located in Beaver Dam, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Beaver Dam Bay Marina and Sunset Hills Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Beaver Dam Lake and Beaver Dam Lake State Wildlife Area. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Beaver Dam, WI

What's nearby

  • Beaver Dam Lake - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Beaver Dam Bay Marina - 12 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Old Hickory Golf Club - 18 min drive - 23.8 km
  • Beaver Dam Lake State Wildlife Area - 24 min drive - 25.6 km
  • Golf Courses of Lawsonia - 52 min drive - 69.5 km

Getting around

  • Columbus Station - 23 min drive
  • Fond du Lac, WI (FLD-Fond du Lac County) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kwik Trip - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Ranch - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful retreat for all seasons' pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Peaceful retreat for all seasons'?

As of 9 Jul, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Peaceful retreat for all seasons' on 8 Nov, 2026 start from S$245, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Peaceful retreat for all seasons'?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful retreat for all seasons'?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful retreat for all seasons'?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful retreat for all seasons' located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Beaver Dam Lake and within 9 mi (15 km) of Beaver Dam Bay Marina and Infinity HealthCare. Moraine Park Technical College and Beaver Dam Mall are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 57 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

2/10 Terrible

Brianne J.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
We had a poor experience with this stay, we booked long term for an employee staying in the area to do work on a job. From the start the host reached out to communicate by text instead of the app which was a red flag. We understood the host lived next door but it felt too personal. The owner had asked to enter the home while we were gone and ran an Ozone machine - we feel like these machines are a health hazard and potentially used to remedy a health hazard like mold. That was off putting. The house cleanliness was an issue and there were bed bugs. We left the home and reported to VRBO since we felt the owner would be offended and be defensive which was later proven to be true. The host was given the opportunity to hire a pest company to come in and give a report and to my knowledge no report was ever produced, just the hosts word that the pest company found no evidence of bed bugs. We had pictures of the bites as well as of areas that concerned us regarding the cleanliness. The host fought us cancelling the reservation for a long time and it was a pain to deal with. We were generous in not asking for money back but just wanted the rest of the long stay canceled and refunded and the host drug it out as long as possible. I’m sure the host has remedied the situation and this home will be a good option for those looking to enjoy it, but I’m leaving the review as I would want to know about these issues when looking at a rental myself.
Stayed 89 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul, 2026
I did not have bed bugs in this home and submitted evidence of that to VRBO. I run an ozone machine specifically to prevent any pests including bed bugs because those are brought in by guests and not an indication of cleanliness. The ozone machine was run during the 4 days that Ted was gone WITH HIS PERMISSION! The ozone machine pesen5s no hazards to people or pets as long as it is run and the home is vacant for at least 4 hours. Ted was gone for 4 days after the machine was run. I alo want to mention that Brianne wrote this as if she had stayed here, She was never present on the property at all during the resevation period. Ted had no complaints during had his first week here and returned the 2nd week after being gone for 4 days. He checked out early without informing me and then filed a false report to VRBO about bed bugs. I immediately called the pest control company and they did an inspection that confirmd that there were no bed bugs anywhere in the property. I repeatedly asked for pix of these bed bug bites which included Ted face in the pix. I got pix of arms and torso but no way to tell if these were pix of Ted or someone else and the pix seemed to show a rash rather than bug bites. Not sure how the host living next door is too personal but it is clearly stated in my property decription that I live It is up to the guest to submit a request for cancellation because as a host we a penalized for cancelling. They never submitted a request for cancellation.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trista O.

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

Great stay for our needs

Our stay was enjoyable and worked well for our needs. It was nice to have the watercraft available and the host was always available to answer questions.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug, 2024
Thank you Trista. I enjoyed the group that was here and invite you back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kurt W.

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

Relaxing visit

Great place to stay for a nearby family reunion. Great property and a welcoming host. Very satisfied with our experience here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul, 2022
Kurt - thank you for your kind review. Your group was fun to host and are all welcome back anytime
Verified

8/10 Good

Nan M.

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

Pleasant stay!

Very relaxing and well-furnished property. Kathy was very thoughtful and kind and made our short stay very pleasant.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lili O.

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

Lovely Cozy Home

Great stay!! Super cozy home. Kathy was great, lovely host.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May, 2024
Thanks Lili! Glad you had a great time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie H.

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

Very welcoming and helpful

Kathy was very sweet and helpful with all of our weird Request.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Breda W.

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

Family vacation

We had a great relaxing week. We really enjoyed kayaking and paddle boating on the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul, 2022
Enjoyed having your family. Please come back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

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

Great stay

Our stay was great. Kathy is so helpful. Everything you need and want is there. We will go back again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle R.

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

Wonderful experience

Our family all stayed at Kathy’s place to celebrate the 4th of July together. It was different than other rentals we have stayed at for we didn’t feel like renters, rather we felt like family. Kathy was extremely hospitable and made us feel extremely welcome. We were amazed at how well stocked the place was as it seemed like she had everything we could possibly need. Thank you for making our family vacation a great one!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob M.

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

Nice time!

Really enjoyed our time. Kathy is a great host!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept, 2021
Thank you Rob for your kind review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kenneth k.

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

fishing trip

nice quiet area, owner very easy to get along with. nicely stocked. slept well. would recommend to others
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May, 2024
Ken - Thanks for the review! Found a table and a granite top for a fish cleaning table and it will down by the lake and ready for you when you come next year! Hope you all had a safe trip home.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Inessa G.

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

Amazing getaway!

My family stayed for 4 days and had a great time fishing and spending quality time! Kathy was very welcoming and great to talk to. Kitchen was fully stacked, beds were comfortable, location was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct, 2021
Thank you for your kind review. Would love to host your family anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alberto R.

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

Amazing

Nice and cozy place
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May, 2024
You are welcome back anytime. Bring your Mom!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great experience

Host was gracious and the piers accommodated our boats. The house was perfect for our needs.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Cozy Lakefront Property

Excellent home to relax and enjoy the Beaver Dam community, Horicon and the lake. Amenities abound a tht home from games to appliances and the host went out of her way to accommodate!! Certainly recommend a get away trip or even a lengthy stay if your up to fishing and enjoying the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronald E.

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

Lake house

The owner of property was super nice. House was clean and everything worked great. I would definitely stay there again
Stayed 21 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr, 2024
Thanks for the review Ronald. Left a 5* review for your group. Would host again. Only hiccup I had was the recycling issue. Everything else was all good.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mavourneen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The relaxing evenings were nice by the firepit. Neighbor extremely quiet. Home had every kitchen appliance and utensil to cook, plus spices were provided. Plenty of towels available for the swimming. The township of Fox Lake had a wonderful public children's water park only a couple miles away. Bathrooms were stocked in case you forgot anything. Kathy was absolutely wonderful allowing for friends to come over for a birthday party for our granddaughter.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie F.

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

Very Enjoyable

We had a really nice weekend. Kathy was more than accommodating, providing, and friendly. Beaver Dam was a lot of fun too. Friendly locals and quaint little town. :) Don't forget to check out LeRoys for your fresh Wisconsin dairy!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalia S.

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

Awesome stay!

We had an awesome stay at this house! The location is beautiful-so quite and relaxing. The house is exactly as described and the owner provides every possible little thing in there, it was stocked better than even our own home! The communication with the owner was also great! Five stars to the owner and to the house!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jun, 2022
Thank you for the review Natalia. I would welcome you and your family/group back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth L.

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

Family kayaking

Lots of water toys and kayaks. We really enjoyed the lake. Owner went out and bought us firewood and made sure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

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

Nice weekend away!

Our family enjoyed fishing and spending time together here. The property had all the amenities needed for cooking and lots of indoor and outdoor games. There were only 4 of us but would it have been comfortable for a larger group as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug, 2022
Laura - thanks so much for the kind review. My goal is always to exceed expectations. I'm glad you enjoyed your stay here and would welcome you back anytime
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy K.

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

Relax

Great place to unwind. Town of Beaver Dam is very relaxed, property is spacious, and Kathy was great to work with. All our needs were met, and Kathy went out of her way to make sure we were comfortable.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug, 2024
Randy - thanks so much for your kind review. I am glad that you enjoyed your stay and I would welcome you back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michael f.

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

Spring Break

Owner provided a very nice property to stay at for an relaxing 4 days. Had plenty of room and beautiful view of the lake. Over the top accommodations were provided to make it feel like we were in our own home. Also the owner was very friendly, easily available if needed, and made the process easy to check in and out.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2021
Michael and his family were a great group to host. They brought 2 adorable dogs and all was good. They left the home exceptionally clean. I would be delighted to host them again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

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

Great place and location

We really enjoyed our stay here. We were in town for the Englewood Open MTB and it proved to be the perfect setup for our group. Lots of space within the rental, and a ton outside. It is right on the lake and the owner provides everything you need to enjoy the water. The owner was super communicative throughout. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Melissa M.

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

Family Fishing

Kathy was great to work with. Fishing area was really 'seaweedy" but we managed to catch 18 catfish and 1 croppie
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jan, 2024
I do work with BD Lake Improvement Association and we are working on this. I do have an aerator between the 2 property docks that keep the weeds in check in the bay that I am on. Glad you had good luck with the fishing.

About the host

Hosted by Kathy McMichael

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I live on this lakefront property in the smaller 1/2 of this duplex. I love lake living and want my quest to enjoy the use of this property. I am always available if needed but otherwise let the guest shave their own space to enjoy the waterfront, watercraft, deck and grill.

Why they chose this property

I bought this property in 2019, renovated it and then made it available for people to enjoy a vacation and make memories.

What makes this property unique

Many local and unique area attractions including the Horicon Marsh, an Amish community, a local winery, brew pub, wine bar, locally owned lakefront bars/grills, great local meat market for your grilling needs,.

Large lot for spreading out with your family playing yard games and enjoying the firepit.

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