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Private Isle-side, Waterfront Retreat with Stunning Views/Pet Friendly

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Outdoor dining
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a vase with flowers, and a bowl of limes and avocados on the counter.
A dining area with a large wooden table, black metal chairs, and a small potted plant in the center.
A living room with a fireplace, two sofas, and a coffee table.
A wicker rocking chair with a green plaid throw blanket and a light green pillow, positioned next to a small table with a potted plant and a white mug.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
Sleeps 12•3 bedrooms•5 beds

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Avoca, WI
  • Place, Wisconsin River
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Brace Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Sauk County Forest
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

2 Single Futons

Office 1

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

First Floor Bathroom

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

Lower Level Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private Isle-side, Waterfront Retreat with Stunning Views/Pet Friendly

Relax and play at this scenic waterfront retreat with stunning views. Paddle the lake, picnic on the nearby island, or enjoy ping-pong, shuffleboard, foosball, and other games in the spacious lower level.

Isleside Retreat is located on a secluded dead-end, just minutes from local Wineries, American Players Theatre, and Taliesin, amid the gorgeous Driftless hills. The lower level is the perfect space to gather, with a cozy fireplace, bar, and plenty of entertainment. Grab a canoe or kayak and explore Lake Avoca, or hike the peaceful Avoca prairie and savannah trails.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3945051vb
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

About the area

Avoca

Avoca is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sauk County Forest and Bakken's Pond State Natural Area, while Richland Museum & Visitor's Center and Richland County History Room are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider West Side Park and Wyoming Valley School Cultural Arts Center.
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Avoca, WI

What's nearby

  • Wisconsin River - 7 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Brace Park - 10 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Sauk County Forest - 11 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Battery Park - 12 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Bakken's Pond State Natural Area - 13 min drive - 21.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Woods Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Whiskey Row Saloon - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Bat Cave - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Waz Inn - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Carousel Lounge - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Isle-side, Waterfront Retreat with Stunning Views/Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Private Isle-side, Waterfront Retreat with Stunning Views/Pet Friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Isle-side, Waterfront Retreat with Stunning Views/Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Isle-side, Waterfront Retreat with Stunning Views/Pet Friendly?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Isle-side, Waterfront Retreat with Stunning Views/Pet Friendly located?

Set in Avoca, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Brace Park, Fireman's Park and Battery Park. Sauk County Forest and Bakken's Pond State Natural Area are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pat H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was awesome for my family. Relaxing for me and a lot of things to do for my family. We loved the outdoors and we were impressed by the indoor activities. A beautiful weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stuart A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The place is in a lovey setting on the water with a canoe and kayaks on site. The beds are comfortable and the kitchen well-stocked. Annie was very responsive to all my inquiries. We attended plays at APT in Spring Green, about a 20 minute drive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, peaceful setting. We kayaked, paddle boarded, and fished. Coffee on the deck in the mornings was beautiful. Lots of birds to watch. Enjoyed the basement games in the evenings. Loved our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was well kept, well stocked, and the lake was beautiful. The games were lots of fun to have and play and keep our teenager entertained.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vince S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and peaceful. Great accommodations to keep everyone entertained.
Lovely home with plenty of space
Pet friendly
Historical sights nearby
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teala B.

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

Great stay!

We enjoyed fishing and the kayaks!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lindsay A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very responsive and the house was as lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view and the game room were fantastic
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were in town for a wedding, and it was a really nice place for all of the family to stay. Enjoyed the deck and dock as well as having a kitchen was nice to cook family meals!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Art S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Waterfront Retreat worked very well for our family reunion. We made most of our meals on site. The view of the water was relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jane R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the peace and quiet, great opportunity to spend quality time with family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diane Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, peaceful location. Great deck. Pet friendly. Nice kitchen. Comfortable and well stocked accommodations.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

LaDonna M.

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

Enjoyable stay

We were delighted to be surrounded by nature and a comfortable and nicely equipped cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gail S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We are a group of old friends who come annually to se plays at the American Players Theater and enjoy the beautiful Wisconsin landscape. Kayaking the river in front of the property was beautiful and a special treat.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

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

Stylish and comfortable

We loved the decor and the games!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay! We enjoyed kayaking on lake and looking for turtles from the deck in the evenings. There was plenty of comfortable deck furniture, and my mother even had me look into ordering the lower patio lounge chairs for her at home. The kitchen had everything we need for meals. The ping pong table and games were fun and I now have to get the monopoly deal card game for at home as well. The wall A/C unit worked great and even with temps in the 90s we all slept great. The bedding was very soft and there were a bunch of comfortable throws around the house if you ever got the chills. My brother's dog loved the place (city apartment dog) and enjoyed his first campfire. The beach just down the road at the campsite was nice as well and had life vests for borrowing. My uncle was jealous that he didn't come with when we told him about the larger fish we saw jumping in the lake. There were also plenty of birds if you like bird watching. We went to see House on the Rock, Taliesin (ages 8 only) and went tubing down the Wisconsin River (dogs need to be in canoes if using Wisconsin Riverside Resort). Overall, we really enjoyed ourselves and even though there are neighbors, we couldn't see (trees) or hear anyone else from the deck and so it felt very private.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

gavin j.

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

House on the rock/birthday weekend

We had a wonderful stay and celebrated the summer birthdays early. This is a very nice place and we were very happy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Randy R.

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

Great place

We had a great time at this location! Water is nice, kids swam and used the kayaks for hours! Super quiet and LOTS of wildlife to view from the deck. Would stay again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janet J.

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

Weekend Fun

Needed to get away for a few days. House was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brandy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Top notch rental home with all the amenities and entertainment a family or couple could ask for! The house was so clean and the location was perfect. We spent our mornings out on the kayaks and evenings playing games or sitting by a fire. Love this home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A really fun place to stay for a short getaway with friends and a toddler. We enjoyed the amazing game room, the hammock, the deck, and the view of the lake. The place is decorated super cute and with very comfy and homey bedrooms. The host was easy to reach and great to communicate with. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian O.

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

Excellent Trip!

We had a blast and loved the small town atmosphere. The local pub was a great stop on our way between golf courses and was well worth the price and company! We will be staying here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liz K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host was a great communicator and very responsive. The house decor was cute. Our kids appreciated the games in the basement and the record player in the living room. We made several meals and the kitchen was well stocked (except for salt—we never did find the salt). The view of the little lake behind the cabin was beautiful too. We had a comfortable stay, just 30 minutes from House on the Rock and Taliesin.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Renee S.

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

Perfectly quiet

This was just right for a quiet weekend away. The dog loved the big yard too.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ramona E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, well equipped, beautiful decor. Loved our family vacation together with something for everyone to do. We had ages 3 to 67 and all in between. Loved, Loved, Loved it!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

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