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Island View Hideaway - On the Water, Scenic, Sandbars, Birds, Nature, Hot Tub!

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Pool
Exterior
2 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Poynette, WI
  • Popular LocationCascade Mountain Ski Area28 min drive
  • AirportMadison, WI (MSN-Dane County Regional)36 min drive
  • Popular LocationDevil's Head Ski Resort37 min drive
  • Popular LocationDevil's Lake State Park40 min drive

Space details

2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 4
93 sq m
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
    2 single beds
    1 sofa bed
Bathroom 1
    Bath
Bathroom 2
    Shower

About this property

Entire place

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

Island View Hideaway - On the Water, Scenic, Sandbars, Birds, Nature, Hot Tub!

Rent this furnished cottage to enjoy the beauty of nature on the Wisconsin River and Lake Wisconsin. Conveniently located on shallow Lake Wisconsin waterfront with sandbars to wade to 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!

This 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 2-story cottage has a bright, clean kitchen and a wonderful open layout on the first floor. Beautiful views out the large living room windows look onto green, sandy islands, sandbars and the undeveloped distant shores of the Wisconsin River as it opens up into Lake WI. Explore the many channels, sandbars, and islands of the WI River and Lake WI.

Same owner as smaller cottage next door.

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 great 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, two bathroom house has a full kitchen and an open layout. The kitchen is equipped with all 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 47” flat screen LCD HDTV, so...relax, 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, Sandbar

Property manager

Dave Weber

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Skiing privileges

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee grinder
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 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.
  • In-room accessibility
  • 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
  • Snow sports gear
  • Golf on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Boating on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 1000 sq ft (93 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Up to 2 dogs allowed with $20/night pet fee.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children 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
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
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 transport to and from this property

About the area

Poynette

Located in Poynette, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Devils Lake and Devil's Lake State Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.

What's nearby

  • Cascade Mountain Ski Area - 28 min drive
  • Devil's Head Ski Resort - 37 min drive
  • Kalahari Indoor Waterpark - 39 min drive
  • Devil's Lake State Park - 40 min drive
  • Devils Lake - 50 min drive

Getting around

  • Portage Station - 26 min drive
  • Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 13 min drive
  • Remi's Thirsty Moose - 8 min drive
  • Lakeside Bar & Grill - 11 min drive
  • Hooker's Resort - 11 min drive
  • Fitz's On The Lake - 20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Island View Hideaway - On the Water, Scenic, Sandbars, Birds, Nature, Hot Tub! pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Island View Hideaway - On the Water, Scenic, Sandbars, Birds, Nature, Hot Tub!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Island View Hideaway - On the Water, Scenic, Sandbars, Birds, Nature, Hot Tub!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Island View Hideaway - On the Water, Scenic, Sandbars, Birds, Nature, Hot Tub! located?

This family-friendly Poynette cottage is located on the waterfront, just steps away from Glacial Lake Wisconsin and Wisconsin River. Gibraltar Rock State Natural Area and Merrimac Ferry Dock are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 157 out of 182 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 182 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 182 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 182 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 182 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place!
We had a phenomenal time! So close to cascade for skiing. The biggest bonus is that our family dog could come with, and that was huge for us. Hot tub was amazing! Kids had their own spot, and lots of entertaining games and movies! Want to come back in the summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet
After skiing and snowboarding it was a perfect t place to relax for the night.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very relaxing place on the river
Island View Hideaway is a cozy relaxing place. Lots of places to walk our dog, even with it being rainy!! It was just what we were looking for!! So much to watch right outside the back patio doors. The only suggestion would be to have a grab bar attached to the shower or side wall of the toilet for folks who have trouble getting up from the low toilet.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway
Lovely cottage right on the lake. Kitchen well stocked. Staircase for upstairs is a little tricky, definitely not for elderly people. Property and cottage nicely kept. We would come back
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frances H.

Liked: Cleanliness
great time
We had a great time as always. The on site maintenance man was great - very helpful. He made sure that everything was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wisconsin Dream Vaca....
Very nice cabin/house on the backwaters of the Wisconsin River. Mostly kayaks and canoes passing by. Great area to just float and enjoy scenery. The property with a nice sand bar in front makes for a peaceful setting. The furniture and amenities within the home are in very good condition with name brand appliances. Everything worked and was easy to get into vacation mode. Thank goodness for the Wifi, cell single can be spotty. The property manager stopped by and was quick to fix/adjust/ and offer help. He really went out of his way to make sure we were comfortable. We really liked the property and plan to be back next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very relaxing
This place is very clean and relaxing. The veiw of the river is beautiful and there are multiple species of birds every morning just hanging around the bird feeder. You can even go outside and sit down with a cup of coffee and the birds will still come. The neighborhood is peaceful and quiet also. If you need to unwind from day to day stuff this is the place to go.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

mark h.

Liked: Cleanliness
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Very nice
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and Comfy
Loved this cottage. Right on the river with a hot tub to boot. Very relaxed experience. Exactly what we needed. Would definitely recommend for small groups. Theas spiral staircase to get to the 2nd bedroom is a little challenging. That was not a problem for our group, but could be a problem for anyone with any kind of physical limitations. Thank you for an excellent stay. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice mini getaway
Hot tube was wonderful to watch the nature pass by
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023