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Relaxing Waterfront Home on Elm Island Great Fishing on Lake Tichigan/Fox River

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Pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Pet-friendly

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 1193 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Relaxing Waterfront Home on Elm Island Great Fishing on Lake Tichigan/Fox River

Beautiful 3 bedroom 2 bath home on Elm Island bay off of the Fox River in Waterford, WI. This home has all of the charm of an up-north cabin, but is fully updated and just a short 30 minute drive from Milwaukee and less than an hour from Chicago's northern suburbs. Single story home with little to no stairs required to get to the water less than twenty steps from the back door. Wood burning stove and tongue and groove pine finishes give you that up north feel, but all of the updates will make you feel right at home. Laundry on the living level and two full bathrooms offer convenience and comfort. Sleeping arrangements for 10 if needed: Master bedroom features a queen size memory foam bed, 2nd bedroom facing the water has a bunk bed with full size mattress on the bottom and a twin on the top, 3rd bedroom has a bunk bed with full size mattress on the bottom and a twin on the top, and living room couch pulls out into a queen size sleeper sofa. Kitchen table seating for six or seven people, with additional stools and eating area at the island. All kitchen appliances are less than 5 years old, including refrigerator, stove, and over the range microwave. Bring your fishing poles and swim trunks - the Fox River and Lake Tichigan are abundant with Largemouth Bass and Catfish, and provide plenty of opportunity for Bluegills, Northern Pike, Walleye, and an occasional Trout. Lake Tichigan is great for swimming or boating, and there are more than one restaurants accessible by boat and provide docking. Bring your own boat and keep it on the private pier or take advantage of the two complimentary kayaks. Elm Island bay is a shallow low-traffic bay off of the Fox River and is home to swans and abundant wildlife. Fishermen frequent the bay in search of Largemouth Bass, Bluegills, and Catfish, all of which can be caught right from the pier. Swimming in Elm Island Bay (off the pier) is not desirable due to shallow water, lillypads, weeds and mucky bottom. In the evening you can have a fire in the back yard or in the house, but the furnace will keep you warm if desired or central air is there to cool you down. Ultra-fast 60 Mbps Wi-Fi and 46" LED TV will keep you entertained if the fishing and lake cannot. YouTube TV HD with approximately 80 channels available and also HD upconvert DVD player. Please come relax and enjoy all that the beautiful Fox River and Lake Tichigan have to offer year-round.

Property manager

Grant Horn

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Smartphone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 22

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
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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

Map
Waterford, WI

What's nearby

  • Bear Den Zoo and Petting Farm - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Alpine Valley Music Theatre - 26 min drive - 28.3 km
  • Alpine Valley Ski Resort - 28 min drive - 26.1 km
  • The Mountain Top at Grand Geneva Resort - 32 min drive - 29.2 km
  • Moose Mountain Falls Waterpark - 35 min drive - 35.8 km

Getting around

  • Sturtevant Station - 26 min drive
  • Waukesha, WI (UES-Waukesha County) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Noble Brothers Waterford Creamery - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxing Waterfront Home on Elm Island Great Fishing on Lake Tichigan/Fox River pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Relaxing Waterfront Home on Elm Island Great Fishing on Lake Tichigan/Fox River?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing Waterfront Home on Elm Island Great Fishing on Lake Tichigan/Fox River?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relaxing Waterfront Home on Elm Island Great Fishing on Lake Tichigan/Fox River located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Jean Jacobson Dog Park, Green Meadows Petting Farm and Edgewood Golf Course. Logic Puzzle Museum and Spinning Top and Yo-Yo Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Relaxing Waterfront Home on Elm Island Great Fishing on Lake Tichigan/Fox River Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 294 out of 321 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 321 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 321 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 321 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 321 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tom P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great lake getaway!
Great house for being in the lake. Has a nice backyard that is fenced in and was perfect for our dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Decompressing Getaway
Needed to have some relaxing time away with family that wasn't far from home. Wanted to be on the water to fish. Caught 2 large bass (released) and one elusive Large Northern that broke three lines. The guys loved the fight. Never know we maybe back to meet you again Big Guy! Although if was November, rained and was cold which is to be expected, we enjoyed our time in the warm house. Neighborhood was pretty quite as well. Thanks for letting us stay with our dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing trip
Great fishing right from the dock!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spot on the water!
Loved this cute little house on the water for a little family getaway. The view and backyard are the real highlights of the place. Perfect to hang out and let the dog run free in, and very peaceful and beautiful. The house itself was perfectly fine — not necessarily luxury, but perfectly comfortable with everything we needed. We would absolutely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Get away to relax with my wife
This has now taken first place for our fall getaway. Will definitely book again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great fishing!
We had a great time! Caught a ton of fish! Brought our dog with which was an awesome bonus! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
Hose is modern yet quaint, very homey feeling. Backyard is perfect for a fire and just chilling out. The fact that you have 2 kayaks to use is awesome if you’re going as a couples getaway. Fishing is pretty solid, even off the pier. If you take your rod in the kayak and get out on the lake it’s bass heaven.i can find only one suggestion and that would be to have the stairs going down to the pier with either running lights or maybe pain the board closet to the actual step a litt darker bc as soon as the sun starts going down it’s a hazard if you’re not paying close attention, I tripped several times and so did the person I was with. I do have bad eyes so does she but it’s just a thought and if I could give more than 5 stars I definitely would. Btw the kitchen is rockin
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dona Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family wedding
Great time loved the place
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice
Nice relaxing place to stay. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wes D.

Liked: Cleanliness
quiet
Everything that you need. Fenced in yard was perfect for the dogs
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and relaxing
Great stay for a few days. Paddleboarded to a restaurant on the water, sat on the dock and stared at the moose on the wall :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betsy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Breath of fresh air
This was a great experience. Everything was as expected even more. The home was very clean and a great place to relax. The owner was very nice and quick to respond to my questions. The fishing is great, even better than the reviews. Definitely coming back if he will have us.😃
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kurt B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice relaxing long weekend
We had a nice relaxing weekend fishing and kayaking. Cute place. Caught a big pike and plenty of bass. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Stephanie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends yearly glamp trip
The fenced in yard was nice for the pets. The kitchen was a nice layout with lots cupboards and drawers. The beds were comfortable. It was a comfortable house for 5 adults.comfortabke house
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Close getaway
This place is close to everything you may need on vacation, ie grocery stores, gas stations, restaurants, but gives you the feel that you are in the country. The house was very clean, and well equipped for cooking in or grilling out. This was my second time renting this place and I would highly recommend it to others.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great stat
We have stayed at the property several times and it never disappoints. The fishing is good and there is always something to do in town or surrounding area
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant Stay
Clean and well equipped cabin with Tichigan lake access. Our stay was enjoyable as we were able to dock our boat on property and fish from the pier. Check-in was easy and ahead of schedule.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay H.

Liked: Cleanliness
great getaway
worked out perfect for my wife and I. house was clean. has everything we needed. we brought our boat. very shallow area but manageable. people very friendly and quiet. fishing off dock is fun with frogs. alot of vegetation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family reunion
The place was ideally located to my sons home five minutes away where we had a family reunion. In the morning, you could kayak or fish off the dock .
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect in every way
We came to visit friends and go to six flags.Perfect distance to all attractions plenty to do with entire family. Great fishing and quality family time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fox river/Tichigan vacation
Had a wonderful time, couldn’t ask for a better location and host. Will recommend to all my friends! Thanks again Grant!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leta S., Antioch

Liked: Cleanliness
Windy Fishing
We had a wonderful time and Grant was a great host! He answered the emails to the questions we had in a timely fashion. We fished everyday, caught about 10 to 15 pan fish, even though it was like fishing in a tornado but it was fun. The house was clean, and had everything we needed. We decided not to take our little dogs with, but Grant had a great fenced in space for them. Thanks Grant and hope to be back soon! Leta and Barb
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deana D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location just off the beaten track
Great space- our bed was very comfortable- we were in town for a wedding so didn’t spend much time there. The kitchen was well equipped and we enjoyed the space.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, relaxing retreat!
The house was cozy and very comfortable. They have tons of extras such as games, puzzles, just about anything you would probably forget to bring! The best part for our family was the constant Bird activity on the water. We even watched a swan! Looking forward to another stay at this property! Great job😊
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024