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Lake side cabin with balcony and 20 ft dock
New 20 foot dock with bench seat.
Well-stocked kitchen includes Microwave, Coffee maker and new appliances.
Open living room with games, books, and Smart TV (no cable). Bring your log-ins!
Beautiful sunroom has table for 4, futon and comfy glider chair

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Chetek, WI
  • Place, Lake Chetek
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, City Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Chetek Area Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Large Single Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Papa's Place

Welcome to Papa's Place!

Our comfortable 2 bedroom, 1 bath, lakefront house with a beautiful sunroom. The entire house is yours to feel at home in. It is just steps down to the private dock and grassy lawn. The wrap around patio has a gas BBQ grill and plenty of seating. The balcony overlooks the lake where you can read a book, throw your lines out, or watch the Hydroflites ski show just half block away- which is also where the public boat launch is.



Across the road is a public park with a large playground, and a couple blocks north is the public swim beach. The downtown area has antique stores, restaurants, bars, pubs and more, as well as a grocery store to get yourself stocked for your stay.



There are plenty of fun places to boat to for lunch or a drink. Some of our favorite are Red's Grill and Bar (really good pizza), Pokegama Lakeside Cantina for upscale Mexican, or Gilligan's for a lively atmosphere. And they all have live music pretty often too! Our favorite is probably Phills Bar and Grill. A very casual place with a surprisingly amazing menu.



We do not take dogs for allergy reasons, but there are local boarding kennels for your furry family members. Including Cozy Critter Kennel.



We truly hope you enjoy Papa's Place in Chetek as much as we do.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Please wash your dishes.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
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

Chetek

Located in Chetek, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Sioux Creek Golf Course and Sunset View 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 Rockman's Woods and Chippewa Moraine Ice Age National Scientific Reserve.
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Chetek, WI

What's nearby

  • Lake Chetek - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • City Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Chetek Area Museum - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Lake Wissota State Park - 35 min drive - 67.2 km
  • St. Croix Casino Turtle Lake - 36 min drive - 59.2 km

Getting around

  • Eau Claire, WI (EAU-Chippewa Valley Regional) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fostbites Pub - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Whiskey Way - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Gilligans - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Papa's Place pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Papa's Place?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Papa's Place?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Papa's Place?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Papa's Place located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Chetek and City Beach. Chetek Area Museum is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) away.

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. 25 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 30 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin is amazing. There were three of us here for an ice fishing weekend. The place had everything we needed. And when I say it is right on the water, I mean it is right on the water. We had a great time. And we caught some really nice fish.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for a girls wknd. Easy walking distance to shops. Clean property and well stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct, 2025
We were happy to have you and your friends! Thanks for the kind words, come back anytime.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Laura W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Plenty of space with great lake views!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob G.

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

A great place to stay

Great location and we had great weather.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place! Great location, right on lake in quiet neighborhood. Well stocked. Especially enjoyed waking up to sunrise view from bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara L.

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

Great Location

This lake house is in a great location. There are parks nearby, easy lake access and downtown is only a short drive away.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing week with the kiddos. Papa’s place worked out perfect for us with an excellent location. Karen was also very helpful and responsive with any questions or anything we needed. We will be booking Papas Place on the regular.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug, 2025
Great pictures! Thanks again, we’d love to have you back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes, Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great and the view was beautiful. My only suggestion is to add a mirror to the other bedroom.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn S.

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

Great place to stay

Had another fun trip to papas place! Plenty of room for us and easy excess to town and the lake. We love the spot! Thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H.

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

Nice vacation cottage

Host was very helpful and responsive. Everything was clean and organized. My family was very comfortable and enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey S.

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

Heavenly

Wanted to get away from the big city for a few days and this was the absolute perfect place. The Townsfolk are very friendly and the property is right on the water. The view could not be more perfect. Would definitely recommend for anyone looking for some peace.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jun, 2025
We are so happy that you enjoyed your visit here. Thank you so much! Come back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John W.

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

Papa's Place

Awesome cabin, near great public boat launch, and close to town. Property clean with great view of the lake.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul, 2024
Thanks again John!
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie N.

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

Cabin with a great view!

Cabin has a great view of the lake and excellent location for watching the water ski show. Master bed was very comfortable sleeping. Nice boat dock and short walk from the cabin. Nice back patio area for grilling & seating area. Nice bonfire area. Owner very friendly & responds quickly,
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

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

Perfect spot

Great spot with an amazing view! My family enjoyed relaxing at the cabin very much.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2024
Thanks again Amanda! It was great having you and your family.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick B.

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

Great location!

Nice spot. Had fun
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Fantastic cabin - Great fishing

This fantastic cabin right on the lake has everything you need at your finger tips. You could not get a better view and town is just 5 minutes away. My husband and I were very comfortable and the fishing was great!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jun, 2024
Thanks for the kind words! We are so glad you enjoyed your time here. Happy to hear you love it as much as we do.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret L.

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

Great Escape!

Great place on the lake. Quiet and restful. Enjoyed the full moon over the lake!!! We would return again…enjoyed very much!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul, 2024
Thanks again! Glad you enjoyed it.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William W.

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

Great remote work location

This was an excellent place to stay to work remotely and to visit with family who live in the area. Who wouldn’t enjoy a beautiful lake view from their “office” window. Very quiet neighborhood with everything needed for my stay very close at hand.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim K.

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

Great

Though it rained the entire week we still had a very nice visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel I.

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

On THE Water

Excellent stay & location. Easy lake access. Very clean & comfortable! Temporary big parking lot right across street was helpful. So much fun watching the Chetek Hydroflites perform & practice from deck & adirondack chairs! Will stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul, 2024
Thank you so much! We are happy you like it as much as we do. Hope to have you next year.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great stay at Papa’s Place!

Myself and a couple of buddies came up for a guys ice fishing weekend. Papa’s place was the perfect spot for us and the location was great. Owners were awesome and with great communication. Will definitely be back. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jan, 2024
Thanks for the kind words! We are happy you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kendra K.

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

Quaint, Cute, Comfortable!

Papa’s Place was adorable. The perfect size for a family of four. The bath towels were the best we have ever had in a VRBO and the water pressure was amazing! The beds are all nice mattresses and the furniture is clean and comfortable. The dock is really nice and the view is lovely. There is a park right across the street that our kids enjoyed and a beach just up the street! Great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug, 2024
We thank you for your stay, and great review! We are happy you had a wonderful time and would love to have you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey S.

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

Great little cabin!

This is a great little cabin on Lake Chetek near the ski show. The girls loved jumping off the dock and swimming and having smores by the fire. Owner is a great communicator. Close to town. We walked to get coffee and ice cream. Perfect for 3-4 people!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul, 2023
We are so happy that you had a great time. Thanks again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

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

2023 Bear Hunt

Everything was great... Super attentive host. Great communication and assistance w/minor problem. We will hopefully be able to utilize this property again. Thank you for the hospitality!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Karen Yohe

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We are avid outdoorsmen with a big emphasis on bass fishing. We both have been fishing, camping, hiking, and exploring since childhood and have had a dream of owning a place on a lake for many years. The pieces finally fell into place and then we found this unique house. Having years of landlord experience behind us, we wanted to pivot into hosting. It has been really fun getting everything set up for our future guests, and look forward to sharing our lakefront retreat with you and yours.

Why they chose this property

Papa's Place is unique in the way that it is tucked into shoreline with great views and space, but only minutes away from all the activity that Chetek offers. The house is 850 sq. ft., but feels open and roomy. The boat launch is in walking distance, so getting set up is easy. Downtown is a few minutes drive, and there are multiple restaurants to choose from. Chetek is charming! Come check us out.

What makes this property unique

The location is fantastic! Centrally located between downtown, the public boat launch, a swim beach, and a public park. Not to forget the lake is right outside our window! You are right in the mix of all that Chetek offers.

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