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Private aluminum pier (removed for the winter months)

Family room. Sectional, TV and wall mounted AC unit.

Main entrance into house leading into family room/dining area

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9.8

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 892.9 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Barbecue grill

Washer

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Mauston, WI

Woodside Ranch Resort & Conference Center10 min drive
Woodside Sports Complex13 min drive
Castle Rock County Park21 min drive
Madison, WI (MSN-Dane County Regional)73 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nice little weekend get away with friends. Everything was nice a clean and had everything we needed.

Emily S.

Jan 12, 2024

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Private getaway with beautiful lake views!

Welcome to our private Lake House Getaway located on the small and tranquil, Lake Decorah in Mauston, WI. You can enjoy peace and quiet while staying here, but you are also close to the exciting attractions in Wisconsin Dells (28min away) or another close by lake; Castle Rock Lake (18min away). Nature, wildlife, sunrises and sunsets await you! Hot-tub relaxation in our enclosed porch overlooking the lake. Private piers for fishing. The lake is great for fishing, ice fishing, kayaks and canoes. It can be a bit weedy, so swimming is at your discretion. For safety of all, we have audio/video motion sensor surveillance facing outwards on the property.

Property manager

Kristin

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Kid friendly dishes and some games are provided.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets 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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Mauston

Located in Mauston, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Buckhorn State Park and Woodside Sports Complex reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include The Red Geranium Framing and Gifts and Mt. Olympus Water and Theme Park. Chula Vista Waterparks and Beaver Creek Springs Aquarium are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Mauston, WI

What's nearby

Red Ridge Ranch - 7 min drive
Woodside Ranch Resort & Conference Center - 10 min drive
Woodside Sports Complex - 13 min drive
Castle Rock Lake - 20 min drive
Castle Rock County Park - 21 min drive

Getting around

Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

‪Gravity Box Brewing Company - ‬2 min drive
‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive
‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
‪China Buffet - ‬4 min drive
‪Subway - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private getaway with beautiful lake views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private getaway with beautiful lake views!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private getaway with beautiful lake views!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private getaway with beautiful lake views! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from The Red Geranium Framing and Gifts and within 6 miles (10 km) of Red Ridge Ranch and Burr Oak Winery. Woodside Ranch Resort & Conference Center and Woodside Sports Complex are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Mahnat I.

30 May 2024

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Nice place

Good for a family

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

15 May 2024

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

Hidden gem in Mauston

Beautiful and private lake home with amazing morning and sunset views on the calm water. Felt very private and secluded despite being just minutes from downtown Mauston. Really enjoyed the screened in porch (with lights and a fan) at sunset and there is enough space for yard games, laying out or a picnic. Host was very responsive!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

12 Jan 2024

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

Ski Weekend

Nice little weekend get away with friends. Everything was nice a clean and had everything we needed.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Jackie R.

27 Oct 2023

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Lake home

The home was great and nicely kept. We enjoyed the views of the lake.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn G.

15 Aug 2023

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Nice stay in Mauston

A very clean and comfortable house for 2 adults and 2 kids. We especially enjoyed the screen porch and hot tub and fishing off the dock. It was extremely hot several of the days we were there so that limited some activities, but we went to the state park to swim and also drove into the Dells area a couple of times for adventures. Thanks for sharing your place with us Kristin!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim G.

15 Aug 2023

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Quiet spot for relaxation

Well maintained vacation home on a quiet street. We stayed comfortably cool during the heat of summer by using the supplied fans to keep air moving. The single room air conditioner helped. We kept our small boat tied up to the dock with no issues. The paddle boat was fun to use. Caught some fish, but lake level was down a few feet due to drought conditions (Mother Nature to blame) Living area was comfy. Bathrooms were clean. Kitchen had everything we needed to make meals for the week. Mauston is a small community and we enjoyed some local dining and ice cream. Hit up Walgreens, Festival Foods and the local bait shop for things we forgot to bring. Overall we enjoyed our time and were able to relax!

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nikki B.

31 May 2023

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Great house in a great location

My best friend and I stayed at this house over Memorial Day weekend and we had an absolute blast and made some incredible memories. The house had everything we needed and then some. It is right on the lake and is really private as it is at the end of a dead-end street. You are just a few minutes from downtown Mauston. The views were breathtaking. Kristin was very helpful with our questions and quick to respond. The only things I would suggest for future guests are to bring paper plates (they have dishes but they are heavy and we ate in the sunroom a couple of times so it's more for convenience), firewood (the listing states they do not provide this) and soap for your shower. We definitely plan to stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kendall B.

24 Apr 2023

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Great Girls Getaway

The home was perfectly clean and had all the fixings for a comfortable, relaxing time. We LOVED looking at the lake all day. and it is conveniently located to nearby activities. Wonderful job, Kristin!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizzbeth W.

22 Jan 2023

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Perfectly appointed little place on the water

Great place for a “meet in the middle” weekend between Minneapolis and Chicago. Very clean with large common places to spend time in together. Whole place — particularly thee kitchen — had everything we needed and more. They’ve thought of everything.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie J.

16 Oct 2022

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Girls trip

Relaxing getaway!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie W., Minneapolis

26 June 2022

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Beautiful setting

Well equipped lake home on the lake with beautiful sunsets and sunrises. 7 adult women enjoyed games in the screened porch, basking in tubes tied to the docks, and yard games in the ample side yard. Beds and pillows very comfortable and host very responsive. Quiet neighborhood on private dead end. There is just one wall AC in main room. It does a great and quick job of cooling the LR, DR and Kitchen but bedrooms do get pretty warm. 4 supplied fans helped, but it was 89 and sunny two days, so we definitely had some heat. Would love to stay again in the fall. Thanks for a welcoming and comfortable stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

sharileeb

27 Oct 2021

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Relaxing, clean space

We enjoyed the lake view and boating in both the paddle boat and canoe. The pleasant fall weather allowed for nightly use of the fire pit right next to the water. All spaces indoors were very clean and as described by words and pictures. Host was prompt in answering all inquiries. Thank you.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jodie G.

6 Sept 2021

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Sisters Trip

Enjoyed this beautiful place for an extended weekend.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Terry C., Saint Paul, USA

26 Aug 2021

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Nice cabin

The cabin is very nice. Well equipped and decor is charming. The kitchen has everything you could need to make most anything. I gave it a 4 only because we were disappointed with the lake. It was the end of August and weedier than we had hoped. We did use the paddle boat--which was fun. Also our stay was during the county fair and we went to that--which was very fun. Demolition derby was very entertaining!

8/10 Good

Lisa D.

12 Aug 2021

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Family trip

Had a great time at the lake house .

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stacy F., Sterling

1 Aug 2021

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Adventure

We stayed at this lake house with my mom, brother and 4 kids. The house is cute and clean. Quiet neighborhood. The lake is a lake, if you are expecting crystal clear you will be disappointed. There was a lot of green things not really seaweed more like tree seeds. Just make sure your rinse off thoroughly. We floated on tubes and the kids swam. Overall very happy with this choice.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Keith L.

27 July 2021

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Great Stay, Will Be Back!

Very nice and clean. Kristin was a dream to deal with! Sunsets, bonfire, close to everything, but tranquil. And the fish were biting. What more can you ask for? Oh, and the hot tub was perfect.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christina G.

19 July 2021

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Very clean lake house

Very clean property. I am very picky and it lived up to my expectations. The lake was very pretty but we did not swim in it but did use the canoe and the paddle boat. The hot tub was a win. We used the other area lakes for swimming activities as the lake on the property is not ideal for swimming. Very quiet and private. I would highly recommend to anyone to stay if they want to take advantage of Wisconsin Dells area.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

14 July 2021

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Relaxing weekend stay

The property was as advertised and clean, the lake was right outside the back door. The screened in porch was a great place to enjoy the breeze in the afternoon and evening. The beautiful view was visible from most of the house, and having 2 piers was nice. There were plenty of towels for all 4 of us, and we had everything we needed in the kitchen. The necessities (gas, groceries, dining) are all within about a 5 minute ride. This is a great place to get away for a while.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anna N.

12 July 2021

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Very relaxing cabin.

Very relaxing stay. Cabin was clean and had everything you needed.

10/10 Excellent

Margaret G.

28 June 2021

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Wonderful weekend spot!

We were visiting Mauston area for a family reunion and this was the perfect place fir us to stay! The cabin is exactly as shown in photos. The cabin is very well stocked - plenty of towels, etc and kitchen supplies. I was easily able to cook in the well stocked kitchen. The hot tub was clean and great to sit in to welcome the morning. We had family come by on Friday night and enjoyed sitting outside viewing the lake and building a fire for S’mores. Really appreciated the lighters and roasting sticks that were supplied. Beds were comfortable with nice linens and extra pillows and blankets. The AC & fans kept the cabin comfortable. We Really enjoyed our stay and owner was very responsive. We had no issues at all. Two things to simply be aware of: the lake has a lot of floating moss - I wouldn’t go in but had time allowed I would’ve gone out on canoe or paddle boat. The other is there are some ants in the cabin. It is a cabin on a lake so I wasn’t surprised & they were limited but I know some people have issues with bugs. We would absolutely stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jodie N.

13 June 2021

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Great getaway!

Place was private, tucked away from others. Two socks made it easy for multiple people to fish. Great fishing spot! Caught Muskie and bass! House was clean and perfect for our group. Easy drive to the Dells for food and entertainment. Would definitely come back!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

11 Apr 2021

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Wonderful cabin with hot tub!!

Beautifully decorated cabin with great hot tub. Nicely stocked kitchen. We will definitely be back!!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Jessica A.

20 Aug 2020

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Fun Girls Weekend!

We really enjoyed our stay at this property! It was beautiful and the small details made our stay even better (extra toiletries, etc.). We were slightly uncomfortable for our first night due to it being so warm inside the property. Only one window air conditioner was available to cool the entire house (no central AC) and it was not on upon arrival so it took a while for the house to cool down on the hot August day. Other than that small thing, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and Kristin was very easy to communicate with leading up to the trip and during as well. Thanks for a memorable weekend.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Randy P.

14 July 2020

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Quiet

Very clean and nice. Enjoyed the WiFi and Netflix. My son almost caught a 4 ft long Muskie right off the dock.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

About the host

Hosted by Kristin

Hello, we are Kristin and Andy-your hosts! We were born and raised in WI, we have 2 teen daughters and love to spend our summers on the water! This home has allowed us to share these interests with others. We hope you enjoy!

Why they chose this property

The neighborhood surrounding this home would not have been our first choice. We have never had any issues. It was the quietness and beautiful lake views from the property that drew us in. To sit and relax and enjoy the breathtaking views is serene!

What makes this property unique

The lake is quiet and small. We enjoy the calmness of the lake. The sunsets and sunrises are amazing while overlooking the lake. The minimal residential housing on the lake allows for the peaceful and tranquil views. To leave the hustle and bustle of life and come here to relax is what we hope our guests will enjoy.