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Welcome to the "Lake Cottage" where lake Michigan waves are calling

Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun

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Escape to Lake Cottage, where tranquility and adventure meet. Unwind by the natural stone fireplace or gaze at the sunrise over the shimmering lake from huge picture windows. Enjoy WiFi, LED flat-screen TVs, an assortment of books, and DVD movies in this cozy retreat.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue

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About this property

Entire place

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

Welcome to the "Lake Cottage" where lake Michigan waves are calling

Make memories of a lifetime at the “Lake Cottage”
On a private gravel road right on the Lake
1.5 hours north of Chicago, 40 min from Milwaukee

Huge picture windows overlooking the Lake, Natural stone fireplace, open concept living and dining room with a side room
1 bedroom queen bed, side room pull out sleeper sofa sleeps 2, small detached bunkhouse with bunk-beds & led smart TV
WiFi & high-speed internet,3 led flat screen smart tv’s, an assortment of books, dvd movies, games.

Beautiful sunrise and moon rise over the shimmering lake
Star gaze far from city lights on the Lakeside patio with fire pit while roasting marshmallows.
Cottage patio with firepit, weber grill we supply charcoal, lighter fluid and split firewood :)

kayaks, canoe and life vests for fun on the water and Sandy Beach.
Bring your fishing pole and try your luck at shore fishing and at nearby Harrington state park
Lot’s of wildlife including Eagles, monarch butterflies crossing the Lake on their annual migration, deer, many birds etc.

Restaurants, shopping, interurban bike & hiking trails, Harrington State Park, Kohler Andrae State Park
Golfing at Whistling straights, water park, charter fishing, Road America, Explore Sheboygan & Historic Port Washington, lots of areas to explore and have adventures

no-pets policy.
We are a smoke free family environment
Booking guest must be 30 or over & staying
outdoor security system
Thank you to all our Wonderful guests :)

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Free firewood
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • No lift
  • Single level property
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycles
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Recycling

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please wash dishes
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No indoor smoking/vaping. No Pets Confirm # of guests 7 days prior to arrival.
Do not prop doors open. Must keep cottage clean and odor free No subletting. No extra people without approval
No climbing on breakwater rocks! No RV/Campers/trailers. No charging electric vehicles/cars No loud/drinking party events Thank you :)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Use own playpen/crib and safety pads, keep clean!

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 security system, 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

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the area

Located in Cedar Grove, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Lake Michigan and Harrington Beach State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Possibility Playground and Nicky Boy Charters. Port Washington Ghost Walk and The Chocolate Chisel are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Cedar Grove travel guide
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Cedar Grove, WI

What's nearby

  • A beach that is also a lake is one unique find for one who is used to warm beaches in south Texas. Here it was too cold to even walk the shore barefoot. It looks so similar to what I'm used to, yet so different, surrounded by green life and deer! I hope to have more opportunities to travel and capture these sights. #Adventure
    Harrington Beach State Park
    9 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Luxembourg American Cultural Center
    8 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Cedar Grove Hawk Research Station State Natural Area
    10 min drive - 5.3 km
  • North Beach
    12 min drive - 6.0 km
  • South Beach
    13 min drive - 6.7 km

Restaurants

  • Trax Side
    12 min drive
  • Luxembourg Cafe
    10 min drive
  • McDonald's
    10 min drive
  • Sportsman's
    11 min drive
  • Bada Bing Pizza
    11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to the "Lake Cottage" where lake Michigan waves are calling pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Welcome to the "Lake Cottage" where lake Michigan waves are calling?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Welcome to the "Lake Cottage" where lake Michigan waves are calling?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to the "Lake Cottage" where lake Michigan waves are calling?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to the "Lake Cottage" where lake Michigan waves are calling located?

Nestled on the beach, this Cedar Grove holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Harrington Beach State Park and Cedar Grove Hawk Research Station State Natural Area. North Beach and South Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Welcome to the "Lake Cottage" where lake Michigan waves are calling Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 147 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 147 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 147 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 147 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 147 reviews

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Cleanliness

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Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this cozy cottage on the lake. Great walks on the beach and relaxing by the fire enjoying the view.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

kelleyclare

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful long weekend getaway! So many nice touches - fully stocked condiments, snacks, water, and beautiful sea shells all over the property. Our kiddos absolutely loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice F.

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

A Great Weekend!

We stayed for a long weekend in July. The beach was expansive, and the cottage was the perfect size for our small family of four.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

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

Lake Trip

Second time staying. Great place to stay for peace and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the location of this Lake Michigan beach house. It was so nice to be steps away from a Great Lake! Absolutely gorgeous! Nice, quiet neighborhood. Very accommodating hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We went primarily to enjoy the beach front property and it did not disappoint, the beach was only steps from the home and the sand on the beach was soft and clean with plenty of amenities if you wanted to take advantage of the water. Plenty of seating to enjoy view or fire pit. The home was clean with all the necessary essentials and then some. Wi-Fi was excellent. We would definitely stay there again,
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

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

Anniversary Trip to Relax

The house and property were wonderfully relaxing and beautiful. We rode provided bikes to the State Park near by, walked the mere feet to the lake shore, cooked out on the provided grills, and made s’mores on the fire pit. Five Stars!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hector E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time at the Lake Cottage! The cottage is clean, fully stocked with amenities and so close to Lake Michigan and the beach. There were a few miles of beach to walk on this summer, and it made for a very relaxing stay. Games, bikes and kayaks at the cottage are very nice! Alan and Linda are the best hosts! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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

Summer vacation

We loved our stay and our family had such a wonderful time there.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn B.

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

Absolutely fantastic!!

This is our second time staying at The Cottage and it was just the relaxing weekend away that we needed! The hosts were super...they thought of everything and had gone above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOSH N.

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

Beautiful Lake Cottage

We had a wonderful time at the Lake Cottage. Beautiful views and hosts were very accomodating. Will be recommending to our family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the perfect getaway! The hosts could not have been more accommodating or thoughtful. The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed and more! The cottage was very clean and well cared for. The location is perfect for a quiet getaway. We enjoyed long walks on the beach, lakeside fires at night, beautiful sunrises in the morning and lots of time to kick back and relax. We enjoyed our stay so much, we hardly ever left the cottage except to go to dinner once and pick up a few items at the local Piggly Wiggly. We would highly recommend this cottage. Alan and Linda are perfect at hosting and so thoughtful in every little and big thing they did to make our stay perfect! We hope to be back again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

craig g.

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

Beach vacation

Very relaxing property! Had everything you could possibly imagine there. Very private, great swimming, awesome star gazing! Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex A.

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

Wonderful little cottage on the lake

Wonderful little cottage right on the lake. Clean and organized with lots of thoughtful touches.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn R.

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

Refreshing getaway!

We had the best time at the lake cottage. It has a breathtaking view of the lake. It was peaceful and relaxing and we would love to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin M.

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

Beautiful and Peaceful Getaway!

We had a wonderful time at the Lake Cottage. Very nice accommodations, and well appointed. Thanks Linda and Al, thanks for sharing!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Another relaxing stay

My husband and I enjoyed our second stay at this amazing little lake home and plan on making this a yearly trek! It is so cozy and the view cannot be beat. The host is attentive and communication was great. I’ve shared the listing with family and friends, too!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alice F.

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

Loved it all!

This was the perfect getaway spot for our small family of four's first vacation on our own. The cottage was cozy, clean, and very well-stocked. The sandy beach right in the backyard made each day relaxing and adventurous for the adults and our two young kids. We really loved our visit and hope to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patty B.

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

Relaxing getaway

Just what we wanted, being close to the beach, have a fire going in the fireplace.This was a quick stay just to recharge.Alan & Linda have a wonderful cottage. Snack & water were provided.We took several walks on the beach.Hopefully we can come back this summer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria M.

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

Beautiful view

Clean, welcoming cottage and property! An amazing view of the lake from inside the cottage. Which was nice as it was a little chilly and windy during our stay. Everything you need made available, snacks, firewood, bikes…. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Morgan H.

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

Another Amazing Stay…

This is my third time at the cabin and it never ceases to amaze me. Alan and Linda provide all of the perfect little personal touches and are easily available for questions if needed! I get my best sleep at this cabin and always go home the most relaxed I can be. Thank you again, Alan & Linda!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nate P.

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

Perfect Getaway

Alan and Linda are great hosts. The cottage is amazingly well kept. A great location for someone looking for a quiet getaway. Far enough away from real life but close enough to some fun activities. The view of the lake and a small fire in the fireplace was the relaxing experience I was looking for.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas W.

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

Great visit

Good place. Bedroom and bathroom not handicap accessible. Otherwise wide open good railing to back door. Beautiful lakeside spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

anne C.

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

The view!

Fabulous view and the outdoor set up is amazing! The cabin is cute but our only issue is that shower stall is very small.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT M.

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

Anniversary Weekend

Really nice property and super clean. Lots of supplies, snacks, drinks, water, coffee; basically everything we needed. Bedroom is small but cozy, Sunrised and moonrises were stunning. We enjoyed our time, but it went too fast. We met the owner. Super nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024