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Backwaters Lodge

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Beach
Dining
TV
Game room
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Backwaters Lodge

This newly remodeled cabin sits on the back water of the Mississippi and Lake Onalaska. 200 ft of water frontage with its own dock. The cabin has one bedroom with a queen size bed ,a loft with 2 twin beds , and a queen size sofa sleeper. It is fully furnished. There are restaurants and pubs just a few minutes away. The state hiking/biking/snowmobiling trail is about 3 minutes from here. The fishing is good all year around. You can also bring your own boat and use the dock. There are 4 kayaks and a canoe available too. We also provide fishing and boat tours. (Fees for the boat and fishing tours). We just added a hatchet throwing target also. There is a $25 per visit pet fee.

Property manager

Dan Waters

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit
  • Dock

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $50.00per stay for pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Backwaters Lodge Onalaska
Backwaters Lodge Private vacation home
Backwaters Lodge Private vacation home Onalaska

About the neighborhood

Map
Onalaska, WI

What's nearby

  • Onalaska Omni Center - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Viterbo University - 18 min drive - 18.4 km
  • University of Wisconsin-La Crosse - 21 min drive - 21.5 km
  • La Crosse Center - 23 min drive - 22.3 km
  • Riverside Park - 23 min drive - 22.5 km

Getting around

  • La Crosse Station - 20 min drive
  • La Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Blue Moon - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Red Pines Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Coney Island - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Backwaters Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Backwaters Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Backwaters Lodge?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Backwaters Lodge located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from Onalaska Omni Center and within 12 mi (20 km) of Great River Trail and Valley View Mall. UnWine'd and Lost Island Wine are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Backwaters Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love kayaking on Lake Onalaska it's beautiful great sunsets
Very nice open cabin, lots of windows, nice view, great place for a evening fire. Will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Property
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Backwaters Lodge! It was a super comfy and homey cabin. The area was so peaceful and we really enjoyed watching all the different birds and squirrels playing/eating at the bird feeder. There is so much to do/explore in the area as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marci Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Biking vacation.
Easy access to great biking trails. The animals music at night was amazing and the birds chirping in the morning was too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place.
We stayed there for our granddaughter's confirmation and invited them over to grill out and do some fishing. The cabin was very clean and the property was everything they said in the description. Everyone enjoyed the property and amenities. My wife and I enjoyed the quietness of the cabin's location when everyone went home. Perfect accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gaye S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a retreat. Lots of activities for those who want action.
It was a very nice home facing a peaceful part of the Mississippi River with lots of privacy. It is more like a home than a typical resort cabin. There was plenty of area to sit outside, with a great view of the moon. I saw canoes and kayaks, but didn't try them out. It's very close to LaCrosse where you can find anything a small city has to offer, including a co-op and hiking trails in the bluffs. I chose the area because it's in the Driftless area with bluff upon bluff, forest area with a variety of trees, and was very colorful in Oct. Now I want to explore WI more.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice getaway
Second time staying here when visiting the area. Great place and communicative host. Will keep on coming here for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

DJ & IJ B., Minneapolis

Liked: Cleanliness
Serene cabin with lots of wildlife
Amazing cabin! Very comfy, cozy and well decorated! Fully stocked and we enjoyed cooking, grilling and barbecuing over open flame on the campfire! Gorgeous view right on the water, lots of birds and squirrels plus our fur babies enjoyed running around and swimming! Super nice hosts excellent communication! A home away from home we loved every minute! Thank you so much! A++++
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend stay
A great stay in a little river cabin. Wonderful host, clean place, and great surrounding area. Will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed for Oktoberfest weekend
What a great find! Very cozy & clean as well as a fantastic location! Thanks so much for the wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

jody w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice
Fjshing was good
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Spot!
We had a nice stay at Dan's Cabin! The views were fantastic and the proximity to the bike trail was amazing! Nate & Kelsey
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

rick&stacy f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Property
We enjoyed our stay at Dan's place. It was perfect for me and my husband. We enjoyed drinking coffee and watching all the birds and squirrels in the morning; so peaceful.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Worked great for a short fishing trip
Nice and close to ramps and nice clean little cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Patti W., Stevens Point

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed here to visit our daughter and her family in Holmen
The place had everything we needed and the view was very nice except the water was green.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vaca
Great cabin for the price.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Shalynn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall great stay!
This was a very cute, clean cabin with a ton of different amenities. Plenty of room to sit outside, games in the garage, and kayaks on site. The only reason I rated this as 4 stars instead of 5 was because we were anticipating being able to fish off the dock/let our dog swim. The water was the epitome of backwaters/swamp, which wasn’t illustrated in the description or pictures. We did see quite a few boats go by though, so if that’s something you’re interested in, this place would be great for you. Also, we were under the impression that restaurants were closer by based on them being included in the pictures. Overall though, wonderful stay and very clean/cute cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girl's weekend #3
The property was beyond what we expected. Very clean, comfortable and RELAXING! There are several outdoor seating areas that invited us to just sit and be and it was wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property
Dan was an excellent host and the house was awesome. Loved the whole area, we will be back. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dar B.

Liked: Cleanliness
8th Anniversary
We enjoyed a nice relaxing fishing trip to Backwaters lodge. Everything was great, we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Backwaters review
This place had everything we needed. Clean, nice outdoor experience, great location. Would book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful getaway
Peaceful location that was perfect for relaxing and unwinding. Near parks and trails for hiking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sal B.

Liked: Cleanliness
SB
Very nice place, clean, well furnished. On a tributary of the Mississippi. Nice dock, canoe, kayaks. Fishing for small fish was good. Recommend it.-SB
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Riverside
Everything as promised and in good order. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob G., Ashland, Wisconsin

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing cabin
Hate to make this so good the cabin might not be available next time I want it. It was a great stay, quiet neighborhood, easy to get around, it had all the amenities we needed. Only saw Dan once, but reassured me he would be around if we needed. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Surpassed Expectations
We had a great stay. The cabin not only had everything we needed, but it was cozy and charming! We had the added bonus of watching abundant wildlife on the Mississippi river. It was a great place and the hosts were outstanding. I definitely hope to go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023