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Quietwater Cottage- Scenic, On the Water, Nature&Birds, Peaceful, Nearby Skiing!

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 460 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Quietwater Cottage- Scenic, On the Water, Nature&Birds, Peaceful, Nearby Skiing!

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 nicely furnished cottage to enjoy the beauty of nature on the Wisconsin River and Lake Wisconsin in this rustic, yet cozy river/lake cottage. Beautiful views out the large living room windows look onto green islands, sandbars and the distant Baraboo Hills and the shores of the Wisconsin River as it opens up into Lake WI. Deck with great view of river and hills.

Conveniently located on shallow Lake Wisconsin waterfront with sandbars to wade to. Located 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!

Watch crimson sunsets from the 16' x 25' deck or from a shady grove of maple trees at water's edge. Whether it's the knotty pine walls of the living room and kitchen, the view of sunset over the water from bed, or the wooden twin bunk bed in the second bedroom you’ll always feel cozy and welcome at Quietwater Cottage. You'll enjoy yourselves so much you'll be anxious to come for another visit!

There is so much for your family to see, so much to do year round in the area!

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 perfect 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, one bathroom house has a small but full kitchen. The kitchen is equipped with most anything 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 46” flat screen LCD HDTV....relax on the deck, 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, canoe

Property manager

Dave Weber

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • HDTV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Yard
  • Gas grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking allowed inside the cottage.

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Kayak on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Sailing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Swimming nearby

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 650 sq ft (60 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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: Up to 2 dogs allowed with $25/night pet fee.

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Poynette, WI

What's nearby

  • Cascade Mountain Ski Area - 22 min drive
  • Devil's Head Ski Resort - 32 min drive
  • Kalahari Indoor Waterpark - 32 min drive
  • Devil's Lake State Park - 34 min drive
  • Devil's Lake - 44 min drive

Getting around

  • Portage Station - 20 min drive
  • Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Log Tavern Pizza - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Remi's Thirsty Moose - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fitz's On The Lake - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪A & W's POUR HOUSE Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quietwater Cottage- Scenic, On the Water, Nature&Birds, Peaceful, Nearby Skiing! pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Quietwater Cottage- Scenic, On the Water, Nature&Birds, Peaceful, Nearby Skiing!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quietwater Cottage- Scenic, On the Water, Nature&Birds, Peaceful, Nearby Skiing!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Quietwater Cottage- Scenic, On the Water, Nature&Birds, Peaceful, Nearby Skiing! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Glacial Lake Wisconsin, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Wisconsin River and Happy Hollow Park. Harmony Grove Park is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.

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Quietwater Cottage- Scenic, On the Water, Nature&Birds, Peaceful, Nearby Skiing! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 211 out of 234 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 234 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 234 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 234 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 234 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tom K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
Beautiful location on the river, hot tub was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherri S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay
Hot tub over looking the water was amazing, relaxing and so peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Great place and great location
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Getaway
Welcoming cozy cottage. Excellent location for bird watching & near by hiking at state parks. Friendly neighborhood :)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Get away
It was a beautiful spot and we definitely enjoyed ourselves
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway
If you're looking for a quiet getaway, this cottage is the perfect place. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abby W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend get away!
This little cottage is perfect for a quiet, peaceful weekend get away! It was just the place we were looking for to come back and relax after skiing at Cascade Mountain.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary Trip
The location and charm was on point and exactly what was advertised. We both loved the property and the experience of staying here next to the lake entrance - hot tub, fire pit, bird watching: what more could you ask for! Excellent distance from hiking.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Naomi A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend away
We had such a relaxing weekend there. The cabin was tiny but cozy. Everything was super clean and having the electric fireplace already started for us was a nice touch. The hot tub was great, the view from the deck while still a little brown due to time of year was enjoyable. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Korinne P.

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Loved it!
Will certainly come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi H.

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Serenity Rx
Enjoyed a lovely weekend with my mother and sister in this cute, clean cabin. Great little neighborhood, well-appointed kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaime C., Lafayette, IN

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Fantastic!
Such an adorable cottage, and no amenity was overlooked. Great central location for many fun activities, and the hot tub was amazing. So much bird activity to watch and listen to as well. My boyfriend already mentioned that he wants to go back next year!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

kasia b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanks you
The cabin was so clean everything is so perfect visiting many birds caught a few fish and relaxing at jacuzzi thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A breath of fresh air
We needed a quick mind, body, soul refresh and this place is our go-to! Enjoy it every time!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

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So fun!
Our family of four had the best time here! Our girls ages 8 and 5 loved the bunk beds, hot tub and canoe/kayak adventures. The cabin had everything we expected and more. Loved watching the hummingbirds and every morning a doe and her fawn would wade across the river. Loved every second and can’t wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn A.

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Great summer getaway
This turned out to be the perfect rental for our getaway to Wisconsin. We really enjoyed being able to use the hot tub, the beautiful view of the river and the peaceful location. Sitting on the deck with our coffee in the morning, listening to and watching the birds was idyllic. The owner was responsive and gave us great tips for fishing in the area. The cottage is exactly what is pictured. It’s small but perfect for a couple or family with young kids. We loved staying here and will definitely keep it in mind for future WI trips.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kasandra S.

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Cute cabin with a beach
We enjoyed our stay here over Labor Day weekend. My 2 year old and baby enjoyed the beach area right on the property. It was sandy so they could play. Also the water was shallow so they could wade out in it. There was a fireplace with lots of wood, a big deck with a nice table and grill. They also have a hot tub on the deck with the nice view but we didn't get around to using it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Elena W.

Exactly what I was looking for
I just wanted to get away from it all with some friends and that's exactly what we did. The cabin was quiet, warm, and relaxing. The owners even left a bottle of wine for us, which was so sweet! I can only imagine how great it is in the summer. I would definitely go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2016

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan D.

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Beautiful Location
We had a great stay in the cabin. The view is always a treat, and the hot tub on the cabin is perfect for chilly evenings. Lighting a fire in the pit outside was pretty difficult as it was full of ash and the wood was wet (nothing to protect it from rain). The heat in the cabin is only in the central room, which was okay in 40-50 degree weather, but might be chilly in the winter. Overall a great stay though, with plenty of touches to make it feel homey.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacquie Jean C., Hoffman Estates, IL, US

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Relaxation by the river
Thank you so much for the opportunity to stay at this lovely location! Despite the crazy weather and some parts of the area being flooded, we had an amazing time. Getting to see all the wonderful birds was such a treat! Thank you for having the feeders! I cannot say enough about the beautiful area - the walks were wonderful and checking out Lodi & the village of Poynette was fun! The hot tub was especially lovely to enjoy at the end of the day. We look forward to coming back again! Thank you for being so accommodating!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

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Excellent getaway!
The cozy cottage was perfect. I was so impressed when we arrived, and the fireplace was on, music was playing, and there was a bottle of wine for us! Hot tub is fantastic. This cottage feels "up north" and is perfect for 2 people and a dog. Great that the deck had a gate to shut, so the dog could be out there too. And the cranes!! (I don't mean they were out on the deck too, I just meant we could see them on the river). Thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly D.

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Perfect
We were looking for a kid free weekend and this delivered everything. The home was so cozy, and there was music on when we got there. The view was beautiful, the bed comfortable, and the hot tub/deck was amazing. We grilled the first night and had dinner outside. Everything we could have needed was provided. It was close to a lot of different things so we had our pick of where to go. We got great hiking in at Devil’s Lake and dinner in the Dells, and got lots of relaxing and soaking time in. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean J.

Cozy stay for this cold November
What a fantastic property - RUSTIC! Cozy living space and the little gas fireplace is a really nice feature. The hot tub rocks and the deck space/grill would have definitely gotten used more in warmer weather. We lived on Lake Wisconsin for 11 years, so being back up here has been a treat! There are GREAT local bars/restaurants - which we really miss, living in KY. Fish Fry at Lakeside and Sunday breakfast at Fish Tales were some highlights. We will definitely be back and stay again! Thanks Dave, for making something like this available for visitors!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cody G.

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Great Hosts and Great Stay
Beautiful views and relaxing weekend getaway from the chicagoland area where things get hectic and crazy. Super low-key cottage on the water with wonderful privacy. There was a blue tooth soundbar speaker which wasnt listed on the perks which was a nice surprise. Great sound and easy to connect to for music. Hottub was such an amazing feature perfectly on the deck right out back. The hosts were amazing and provided us with everything we needed. Added this to my favorites list and will return here again. 10/10!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily R.

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Cozy cabin getaway
We had the absolute best time at this property. It is in a perfectly remote location. We loved sitting in the hot tub and looking out to the frozen river under the stars. Our reason for the trip was a short ski trip at Cascade. This location was 20 min away which was perfect. This location is also pet friendly so we got to bring our 6 yr old corgi. It was his first time out of our home state of IL. He had the best time and was so comfy at the cabin. We hope to come back soon with friends! It’s too great of a spot NOT to share. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023