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You are here... well, almost!

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Our favorite time of day!
Your getaway
Looking in from the lake
The view from the deck
It's a great lake for kayaking! We have 2 available.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Townsend, WI
  • Townsend Flowage
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Potawatomi Carter Casino
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Bass Lake
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bunk room

1 Single Bunk Bed

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

You are here... well, almost!

Our clean, modern and cozy 3 bed / 2 bath home is situated on 80 feet of level frontage on the beautiful Townsend Flowage. The Flowage is a full recreation lake, with a no wake policy after 5pm, perfect for cocktail cruises. We are located on the upper lake, which is the quieter of the two.
The Flowage is a productive fishery, where you can catch large-mouth bass, rock bass, crappie and northern pike, along with perch, bluegill, and the occasional walleye and muskie. Loons, herons, ospreys and bald eagles also take up residence on the Flowage.

Our location means that you can truly have the best of both worlds while spending time here!

Quiet and private, you have full access to fish, swim or boat the 476 acre lake that includes a private dock.
Our frontage is ideal for swimming or just lounging on a float, and we have two kayaks available if you feel like exploring.
The wrap-around deck provides spectacular views of the lake, and allows for outdoor dining.
For the "winter warriors", the 80' of level frontage provide easy access for ice fishing! And snowmobile enthusiasts will love the fact that you can ride directly to the Paul Bunyan trails from our home.
Guests have access to a Weber Genesis gas grill that we keep in the 3 car detached garage.
Not in the mood to cook? A traditional north woods Supper Club is located within walking distance of our place.
A grocery store, hardware store, and gas station all are conveniently located within 1 mile of your getaway.

Inside, the open floor plan is roomy yet cozy, with views of the lake available from the kitchen dining area and knotty pine adorned living room.
The master bedroom features a queen bed and a private attached full bath, along with a work area and desk. The guest bedroom also has a queen bed, and a crib. The third bedroom is the bunk-room, a favorite of kids (and adults). 6 adults can sleep comfortably, and both couches in the living room are sleepers, in case you need to accommodate a few extra guests.
Two full baths, central air and a gas furnace make this a year round home, perfect for fall hunters. Plus, our location allows you direct access to the Paul Bunyan snowmobile trails that run through town.

In addition to the great views, our home also provides creature comforts for when you are done being outdoors. Dish Network and a flat screen TV means you can still catch your games during your stay. The DVD player lets you watch movies, and you have the ability to play or stream music through the stereo system in the living room.
Want to shed the tech? Plenty of games are available, as well as jigsaw puzzles and a variety of books. There is even a Wii console with plenty of games and remotes connected to the guest bedroom TV.

Townsend is a 3 hour drive from the Milwaukee area, and about 90 minutes from either Appleton or Green Bay.
Pets are limited to 1 well behaved dog, and since we do have year-round neighbors, our place is not what you would consider "party friendly". It is however ideal for families and adults looking for a peaceful getaway.

Property manager

Steve Luke

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Limited to 1 well behaved dog.
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

About the area

Townsend

Located in Townsend, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Nicolet National Forest and Glocke Lake State Natural Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Sweet Memories Candy Shoppe and Lakewood Zoo. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Townsend, WI

What's nearby

  • Townsend Flowage - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Glocke Lake - 7 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Potawatomi Carter Casino - 12 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Archibald Lake - 13 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Bass Lake - 14 min drive - 9.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Sunset Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Northern Perks Coffee Shop - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mulligans Sports Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Old Town Hall - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Northern D' Lites - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is You are here... well, almost! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at You are here... well, almost!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at You are here... well, almost!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is You are here... well, almost! located?

This family-friendly Townsend holiday home is located on the waterfront, just steps away from Nicolet National Forest and Townsend Flowage. Glocke Lake State Natural Area and Horn Lake are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stan E.

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

Beautiful stay!

Enjoyed our stay. The weather was so nice. Commendations were perfect! Thank you!
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roberta B.

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

Week long stay!!

We had a wonderful stay!! It was clean and quiet with a beautiful view! We were close to trails for hiking and my parents enjoyed just resting at the house and a few short hikes! Steve was wonderful and responsive!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie K., Plymouth

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

Great location

Excellent property and location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Byrne K.

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

Fantastic Lakeside Home

The weather could have cooperated more, but the house was great with games galore when it rained and yard were great when the sun was out. The fire pit was perfect, and the dock worked great for our pontoon boat. The house is clean and roomy, kids loved the bunk room! We look forward to visiting again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aleese B.

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

Great experience

Beautiful property. It was wonderful and the kids had a fantastic time on the lake. The “big book of information” was very informative and had all the essential information! Definitely would consider again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim H.

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

Great place to Stay

Had a great week at this property. Location on the lake is perfect, access to so many items at the property and Steve communicated with us and responded very quickly. Place had everything we needed and more. Highly recommend this place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna M., Marinette, Wi

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

Beautiful location

We sure did enjoy and make wonderful memories on the lake.
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stan E.

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

God’s country!

Very nice and accommodating. So much to see and do.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gene H.

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

Great vacation

We had a great time at this property. The house had everything that we needed. Enjoyed swimming, tubing, fishing and kayaking. We would certainly return to this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wade W.

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

Relaxing vacation

Had a very relaxing vacation. Property is exactly as shown. Very clean. Location is within walking distance to several restaurants. Fishing was outstanding. Our family truly enjoyed our time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcella K.

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

Lakeside home

Property lots of room and very comfortable. Would return again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kim K.

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

Everything you could ever want

Location, views and lodging spot on. House equipped with everything you could possibly want from lake toys to the electric pump for the floats. Very impressive!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue P.

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

Family time

It was my husband, daughter, son in law, 2 grandsons and I. The property was nice. Has a big back yard on the water. We rented a pontoon while we were there. Had fun on the Townsend flowage, swimming and fishing. It was a great family vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

A nice setting and a comfortable stay

We enjoyed a quick winter weekend getaway and this location was great. The cabin was comfortable and is exactly as presented. We found it to be well equipped and settled in quickly. WIFI was good so the teenagers were happy and the lake was perfect for when we wanted to unplug. Ice fishing was easy and it was fun to watch all the snowmobiles zipping by. Also appreciated a nice dog-friendly option.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

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

Amazing weekend

This place was perfect in every way! The house was so clean and well stocked. We were very comfortable and able to cook right there. The backyard is large enough to play games, swim, fish and enjoy the evening with a campfire. We were able to dock our fishing boat right there and the kids enjoyed fishing right off the main dock. We must have caught 50+ fish all weekend! The kayaks were a hige hit! The neighbors were quiet and welcoming. The owners were very organized, provided up with all the info we needed to make our stay enjoyable. Close to stores and resturants. Not far from Lakewood (we love the shops and candystore). We will definently come again! Thankyou for sharing your home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise H.

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

Vacation

The property was beautiful, and the stay was very enjoyable. We had ages 1-95, and the property worked well for all. The owner is generous with the use of the kayaks and outside activities/games. Both my daughter and son enjoyed taking a sunset Kayak ride, and well as other times. Great Grandma has since told me that she can no longer sleep in her own bed as the Master Bed in the property was so much more comfortable. The land is flat to the lake that worked well for Great Grandma, and she was able to sit by the water and watch the 3-year old catch his first fish. The location is good, with much to do all around. Make sure to tour the Cathedral Pines area, the local wineries, and the Steam Engine out of Laona.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Billie L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Owner accused us of breaking their countertop

The property was a bit smaller than what was presented in the pictures. The bedspread in the master bedroom smelled like rancid cooking oil. We did enjoy tubing except there were pontoons in the way the whole time that we had to keep paddling away from. Then the real kicker was when the owner contacted us and accused us of breaking a piece out of the countertop and tracking mud through the entire house and stating he was filing a claim with VRBO to have the countertop replaced and the carpet steam cleaned. We are respectful and honest people and would never have left his house in this condition. He should look at his cleaning person if he wants answers as to how this happened. Also accused us of clogging up the vacuum cleaner that we DIDN’T EVEN TOUCH! Thinking he just wanted a new countertop and needed his carpets cleaned (which needed cleaning long before we stayed there) and didn’t want to pay for it. Never had any problems with any of the other VRBO rentals we have used.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad D.

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

Hunting

Very cold and not many deer.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark V.

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

Great place

The cabin was a good fit for our recent guys grouse hunting trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bob F.

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

Pleasant

Everything was fine. Beautiful fall days .
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Korie O.

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

Family vaca

We had a great first experience in Townsend. The lake is amazing and only explored a little of it. Steve the owner was always easy to get ahold of. Has almost everything u need. Groceries, bar, atv rental and trails all within walking distance.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stan E.

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

A little bit of Heaven!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay...the accommodations, the weather and even the call of the loons was exciting! Our grandchildren played on the sandbar and had a splendid time all around! Thank you so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Peter R.

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

good mix of sun and shade

Owner was very on top of any possible problems when talking by phone. They attempt to keep the geese out with some fencing but they still leave droppings. Talked with 3 neighbors who were all very nice. Inside is very spacious and well maintained. Hard to swim off of the property but you can take a kayak or pontoon to the lake and go to one of 3 sand bars( very popular when busy) where you can relax in shin high water.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy P., Green Bay, wi

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

Excellent property!

We enjoyed our stay tremendously! So nice being on the water and having fires at night. Everything was available to us inside and out. Our host was excellent! Responded to us within 24 hours and kept us updated on things happening at the cabin. Will hopefully stay again next summer!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shellie S.

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

Fun family cabin

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this property. Steve was great and answered all our questions about the local area. We ate at Hillcrest Lodge Supper Club, just down the street from the cabin, it was delicious. Townsend Flowage has a beautiful sandbar we parked our pontoon on each day we were there and had a great time. Even though it rained a few times, the cabin had lots of board games we enjoyed. Our little pups did their best to chase the geese off the lawn each day! Even the property attendant was awesome, cut and stacked firewood for us and was very nice. Highly recommend this cabin for a family getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Steve Luke

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Why they chose this property

We live in suburban Milwaukee, and fell in love with northern Wisconsin when a friend graciously allowed us to stay at their property for a week.
We ended up doing this for a few years, and finally made the decision in 2004 to purchase our own up north getaway.

What makes this property unique

What we love about our place is that it has all of the features that you would want in an up north property, but it is only 3 hours from Milwaukee.

It is relaxing and secluded, yet essential amenities (gas, groceries, food) are all within 1-2 miles of our location.
You can go off of the grid and unplug, or stay connected; the place offers both options.

The view of the lake from the deck, as well as the lot location with level frontage is what makes our place so appealing.

Languages:

English