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Reviews of Quietwater Cottage- On the Water, Scenic, Sandbars, Birds, Nature, Hot Tub!


Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 201 out of 221 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 221 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 221 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan M., Elkhorn, WI

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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.

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Get away
It was a beautiful spot and we definitely enjoyed ourselves
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherri S.

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Loved our stay
Hot tub over looking the water was amazing, relaxing and so peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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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

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
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jan 2024
This small cottage has a wall furnace in the livingroom which heats the whole place nicely all winter as long as the doors to the bedrooms and bathroom (attached directly to the livingroom) are kept open.

10/10 Excellent

Sara B.

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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

kasia b.

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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Naomi A.

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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

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

Abby W.

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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

Sandra K.

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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

Korinne P.

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

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

Tom K.

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Great place to stay!
Beautiful location on the river, hot tub was great!
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

10/10 Excellent

Nellie M.

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Lovely Winter Getaway to Wisconsin Countryside!
I was very pleased with our stay. It's all about the details, and they have them down at this cozy little cabin. We were looking for a retreat from city life, and we got it! The cabin and surrounding areas make you feel like you are up north, when you are only about 1.5 hours from Milwaukee. The hot tub was clean, in great condition, and ready for us right on arrival. We didn't even get a chance to try out the sauna, but what a fun element! The location on the river is beautiful and the invitation of wildlife (birds) through all the feeders was a special touch. There were just so many small details that really contributed to a lovely experience at this cabin. I would definitely return! Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cayden W., Green Bay

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Quiet little getaway
Was a nice quiet space.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

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Cozy weekend stay!
My husband and I had a great Fall weekend at the cottage. It was cozy with the gas fireplace and was so welcoming upon arrival. The view is beautiful! I can imagine that in the summer it is a really great place to rent with the large deck and nice outdoor space. I really appreciated that the deck has a gate to contain furry friends! The small touches reminded me of cottages I used to stay in as a kid: loads of board games, dvds to choose from, binoculars sitting on the windowsill, books to peruse, etc. The cottage is homey and lived in, which is what we wanted (not like many of the sterile and sparse places you can rent today). We had a great time relaxing and would definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Agata S.

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Great cabin
Very clean, well maintained, in a cute neighborhood, amazing bird watching from the deck. The only minus point is for the fact that in order to get to the river you have to walk through the shallow gross water, you cannot fish from the deck, it’s actually pointless there as you can’t boat from it either. Once you get over to the actual river it’s very sandy and enjoyable but we were there with the baby ao had limited ability to get over there.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Brenda W.

Meh
Cottage is average. Peaceful location, good sized deck, bedrooms and living space are adequate, bathroom shower is small. We rented because it was water front. The water is ankle deep at best, you're not going to use the water - you are going to view the water😒. Probably better in the fall or winter, with no expectations. The main problem was with ants.🐜 They were all over the kitchen countertop, texted the caretaker but had no reply and we weren't going to continue to waste vacation time trying to track someone down. We took a twenty minute round trip 🚗to purchase ant traps. This is an obvious issue because there were old ant traps in place. We left the ant traps out when we left so they will be seen. It didn't ruin our trip because we didn't let it 👍😁 but making morning coffee wasn't pleasant.☕😞 We were great guests, cleaned up, followed instructions and left the place the way we found it, in addition to trying to help with the ants. Overall we wouldn't go back, there are too many other places that would suit us better.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric L.

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Great cabin for a family vacation.
It’s was a very nice cabin. The cabin had all the accommodations we needed and then some more. The waterway was very unique. Our son and dogs had a great time in the water. There were so many things to do at the cabin and also outside of the cabin. Thank You Dave and Cheryl
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristie B., Cedar Rapids, IA

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Amazing Stay
We had the most amazing time ever. We had two huskies with us and they loved the water time and fires all day! The hot tub was an awesome touch which we used every day. This cabin has everything you need. It’s so well maintained, bathroom, large bed, tv, coffee, fridge, grill, fire pit, hot tub, and fun! This cabin had it all!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colleen R.

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Peaceful place to relax
An excellent place to unwind. Beautiful setting to just enjoy the river and the birds.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paresh P.

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Great getaway
AMAZING setting!! The home was very welcoming and clean. It has just the right amenities for a great, simple getaway. It is cozy inside although we spent most of our time in the quiet backyard on the shallow end of the lake. The location is surrounded by nature which made the time spent outdoors a pleasure. I will certainly be marking this as a favorite location for future stays.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa E.

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Relaxing Getaway
Great place to kick back and relax with family and/or friends. The sunset view is spectacular. You can view it in the hammock, sitting in the hot tub, on the deck, or on the water. So many options and all so great. Everything my daughters and I needed for a wonderful Mother's Day weekend. Lovely place and view. Fitz's on the Lake was our preferred dining, but there are plenty of other options close by.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dottie R.

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Relax and unwind
My husband and I loved our long weekend at the cozy cottage. Peaceful, scenic and relaxing! We loved spending time outside watching the birds: lots of Baltimore orioles, chickadees, Redwings and so many more. The hot tub was lovely too! We ate at Fitz's on the lake, went to the International Crane Foundation, and discovered Tumbled Rock Brewery and Kitchen! A truly wonderful weekend in a beautiful place on the river! We would love to return!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela A.

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Restful
Wonderful little cottage tastefully furnished with everything I needed. Like paradise sitting on the deck watching the birds come to feed. Great fire pit and wildlife.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Amazing views
I stayed here with my 18 year old daughter and we had the best time! Beautiful views, lots of lovely birds, great communication only problem is we wanted to stay longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra K.

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Third time around
Another day, another great stay at this cottage! We had a very relaxing stay using the hot tub, star gazing, bird watching, hiking and enjoying the fire pit! The only thing missing this time is the hammock and the rocking chair on the deck! It changed sipping my iced coffee morning routine. I really hope they bring them back because they are part of my top three reasons to come back! I can't wait until our next stay! Thanks again Dave and Cheryl!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenn T.

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Relaxing
Relaxing getaway enjoyable hot tub beautiful nature zen and peace! Will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve Z.

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Nice place to get away and unwind
Great little rustic cabin with all the amenities you'll need. We enjoyed watching the birds and nature right out the doorstep with excellent views overlooking the river. Would not hesitate to come back again. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy O.

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Cozy cabin!
This cabin was exactly what we were looking for! Quiet and beautiful location, in close distance to hiking trails, with an added perk of a hot tub! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

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Cozy vintage cottage with hot tub and river view.
Relaxing stay, in quiet neighborhood, with easy access to surrounding area attractions. Loved the view off deck with bird feeders and natural river setting. A hot tub in winter is a steamy attraction!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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Great spot!
Very relaxing cabin with hot tub and great view of the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly R.

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Quiet getaway
Location and surrounding towns are perfect for a little getaway. Locals are very nice and ready to accommodate. Lots of great sites to see!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sandra K.

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Second time stay and it's just as good!
We had been here several years ago and it was one of the greatest stays we've had and this time was no different! The calmness and scenery is the best but when you combine that with a hot tub, it's just different. Also, the stars at night are beyond beautiful ❤️ We hope to come back again soon! Thanks so much for letting us make your home our temporary getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

steven W.

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Relaxing in Dekorra
Beautiful view - loved the wildlife - cottage clean and comfortable
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

steven W.

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Time in Dekorra
Nice setting - everything was neat and clean - enjoyed Ron and Tia, very helpful - enjoyed fishing with Dave - had a relaxing, good time
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shelly T.

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Quite getaway
Beautiful views from the deck and hot tub. Plenty of local restaurants and shopping. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heidi J.

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Beautiful place
This was are 2nd time love the new beach area we took are dog this time and he loved going for boat ride the Crane's came every day and it's a perfect place to watch wildlife and relax and escape city life we will be back for sure Favorite spot for Vacation
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gabby G.

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Perfect little get away
I brought my parents up for my dads Birthday. He was lucky enough to catch a big fish as we were canoeing! Awesome experience for us both! This cottage was perfect since I was able to bring my dogs with, they loved it too! Definitely coming back! Thanks Dave& Ron!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Jeff W.

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Good Relaxing Stay
Very quiet, relaxing stay. Bed was exceptional and very comfortable. Hot tub was a very big bonus for the stay. Bummed about the water in front and not being able to fish. It’s definitely not the fault of the owner and description of the property. The welcome wine and music was a nice touch. The owner was excellent to work with on our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Duane M., Appleton wi

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Peaceful
Such a relaxing place the views are worth every cent. The shower is small for me but everything else is just as it shows i cant wait to book it again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021