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Elkhorn Lodge on Lake McGinnis Near Wisconsin Dells

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8213.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Oxford, WI
  • Chula Vista Waterparks
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Mt. Olympus Water and Theme Park
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Noah's Ark Waterpark
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Loft

1 Double Sofa Bed

Lower Level Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Main Level Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upper Level Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Lower Level Bath

Main Level Bath

Upper Level Bath

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Elkhorn Lodge on Lake McGinnis Near Wisconsin Dells

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Welcome to Elkhorn Lodge on a beautiful, quiet lake near the Wisconsin Dells. Elkhorn is a perfect location for a relaxing getaway or vacation and is a retreat into the tranquility of the Northwoods without the long drive. The Lodge is set on scenic Lake McGinnis, with the most amazing sunsets and sunrises available from the water, pier, yard, deck, or from the Great Room. Bring your own boat with an electric motor and tie up to the pier, or use the provided watercrafts. The non-gas motor lake guarantees a sense of calm and peace.

The property is located in beautiful Adams County of Central Wisconsin near farm fields, forests, and even Amish with their horses and buggies. Elkhorn is close enough to the attractions of Wisconsin Dells for day trips, but far enough to unwind for an evening, day, or entire vacation. Located nearby is: Devils Lake State Park - a must see for any hiking adventure, Roche a Cri State Park - a smaller yet beautiful park, Cascade Mountain for snow sports, snowmobile trails, ATV/UTV activities, hiking, boating, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, stream trout fishing, or hunting in nearby public lands. World class golfing options are within 45 minutes.

Lake McGinnis is loaded with panfish and you can catch bluegills all day long off the pier, which is sure to create lasting family memories! Also in the lake are crappie, largemouth bass, and northern pike. The sandy bottom, crystal clear waters of adjacent Neenah Creek provides fantastic trout fishing. After a great day on the water or in the Dells, enjoy those amazing sunsets while listening to all the wildlife - the calls of the Canadian geese, and quacks of mallards.

Our Lodge is located 30 minutes from the Dells and 3.5 hours from Minneapolis, 3 hours from Chicago, 2 hours from Milwaukee and 1 hour from Madison. Included on the property are kayaks, a canoe, and a rowboat. Nearby is a boat landing and electric motor boats are welcome at the property.

Elkhorn is a completely renovated Lodge that features 3 levels with each level having a bedroom and bathroom. It is extremely clean and tastefully decorated with rustic-modern touches. Several families can enjoy being together while having their own space. All 3 bedrooms have queen beds and 2 bathrooms have showers. Smart Tv’s are located on the main and lower levels. The main level has a dining room, fully stocked kitchen, and a stunning Great Room with lake views from every angle It has an electric fireplace (electric fireplace is seasonal use only). Off to the side is a coffee bar for that morning cup of coffee which can be enjoyed from the wraparound deck.
Upstairs is a bedroom, bathroom, and loft with a bed and desk. The perfect setup for school, working remotely, or yoga. A view of the Great Room and lake are visible from this loft.
Downstairs is a bedroom, full bathroom, family with a TV, foosball table, board games, and a Wii with multiple games. There also is a walkout to the outside.
Make memories around the large fire pit surrounded by Adirondeck chairs or relax lakeside in a hammock or at the picnic table while cooking on the provided grill.

If you like local wineries be sure to check out owner favorites: Fawn Creek Winery with great music bands is only 20 minutes away. Prairie Hawk Winery also with music and house made mead is 20 minutes away. Broken Bottle and Balanced Rock Wineries are 30 minutes away while Baraboo Bluff Winery is 40 minutes along with Driftless Glen Distillery. Another owner favorite is the Redneck Saloon only 1 mile away. This bar is a great spot to grab a drink and be sure to try their home made pizzas. We provide basic essentials but not items like salt, pepper, oil, or paper towels. Please plan to bring these.

Book today and start your lake adventure! Elkhorn Lodge is a non-smoking or vaping house and pets are not allowed.

THIS IS A PLACE TO RELAX WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS-OVER CAPACITY AND LARGE PARTIES WILL NOT BE ALLOWED.
4 CAR MAXIMUM

THIS HOME HAS KEYLESS ENTRY, THE CODE WILL BE PROVIDED 1 DAY BEFORE CHECK IN.

Property manager

Sand County
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

No pets allowed
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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Oxford

Located in Oxford, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Summerton Bog Nature Preserve and Lemonweir Bottomland Hardwood Forest State Natural Area. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Oxford, WI

What's nearby

  • Witches Gulch - 33 min drive - 30.1 km
  • Woodside Sports Complex - 34 min drive - 34.8 km
  • Chula Vista Waterparks - 35 min drive - 32.3 km
  • Mt. Olympus Water and Theme Park - 36 min drive - 36.3 km
  • Noah's Ark Waterpark - 37 min drive - 37.3 km

Getting around

  • Wisconsin Dells Station - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oxford Pub & Grub - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Redneck Saloon - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Irrigation Station - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Maggie Mae's Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wooden Nickel Inn - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Elkhorn Lodge on Lake McGinnis Near Wisconsin Dells pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Elkhorn Lodge on Lake McGinnis Near Wisconsin Dells?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Elkhorn Lodge on Lake McGinnis Near Wisconsin Dells?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Elkhorn Lodge on Lake McGinnis Near Wisconsin Dells located?

Nestled on the beach, this Oxford holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Goose Lake, Fenner Lake and Emrick Lake. Deep Lake and Parker Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

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

Beautiful property

Very nice stay and the cabin did have pretty much everything. The grill was smaller then expected but other than that the property is wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

kari b.

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

Perfect quiet cabin

We came here for a girls weekend and it was exactly what we needed. The lake is quiet and the home is perfect. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

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

Peaceful

The house was exceptionally clean and comfortable. We enjoyed the peacefulness of the area and the lake. We definitely will be back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Tyler G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Nice place overall

Nice individual piece of property. Very clean and modern. We didn't realize that it's right next to the federal pen.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill R.

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

Quiet getaway

We had 3 couples stay at location. Great place, nice distance from the world! Enjoyed Ishnala thay was close enough to drive. Place cozy and accommodating
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline S.

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

Very clean and comfortable.

We enjoyed our stay and it was very accommodating with three bedrooms and bathrooms. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

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

Vacation

Everything was great
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

lon c.

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

family vacation

Overall, the property is excellent! There was plenty of space inside and out. We appreciated the use of watercrafts and enjoyed the fire pit. However, the patio furniture on both levels needed cleaning and the charcoal grill is only 14.5" X 14.5", which is small for a family of 8.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim R.

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

Exquisite Lakefront

Beautiful A-frame with plenty of space for everybody to vacay their way. 8 miles to town in case you need something. We'd love to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Relaxing Vacation

Listing as advertised, house was clean and well maintained. On small lake, kayaks were provided, which was nice. Close to Wisconsin Dells, about 30min drive. Plenty of room in the house for everyone to have their own space.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret D.

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

Great Stay, House Is As Advertised

This house was as advertised. It was very clean. Having the rowboat and kayaks was great to entertain the kids and go fishing. While there is not much to do in the town, getting to the Dells takes about 25 minutes which is an easy drive.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Caitlyn S.

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

Nice little getaway

We had a great time getting together with family! Our nieces enjoyed the water, canoe and kayak. We were able to grill out too. The location was a bit lackluster but the water view made up for that! The beds weren’t the most comfortable unfortunately but the rest of the house was beautiful! Redone nicely!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Ed S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Tlc

Property needs a little TLC
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Sheri D., Caledonia, Minnesota

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

Girls trip

The stay was great, the locals were great. The cabin was great, just a couple suggestions. First it would have been nice to have the correct code for the door when we arrived, the first step going up the fro t steps is a High step, it would be great to adjust that with more than gravel that has washed away. The steps off the deck by kitchen door could use some TLC and the website could use a update on what is in the kitchen for cooking. Also I feel like for the cost of this rental, firewood should be included.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff K.

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

August visit

Our family enjoyed the cabin. We spent a lot of time on the dock fishing. We also took out the kayaks and boat on the lake. Life jackets are at the cabin for use. We used the campfire a couple times. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the Dells and we did that every day for various activities. The cabin was well stocked. We didn't need to run to Walmart for anything during our stay. Lots of different spaces in the cabin to hang out, in addition to the 3 bedrooms. Pictures are accurate. I would recommend this cabin, especially if you want to be away from Dells traffic and enjoy a nice lakeside cabin.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Geneva B.

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

Good overall with a few improvements needed

Our stay at McGinnis Lake had positive and negatives. The lake itself has a very mucky bottom and so our first destination was into the Dells to buy everyone water shoes. Our granddaughters did enjoy all the little fish swimming around the dock and we definitely loved used all the boating options and the fire pit. The bedrooms with bathrooms on each floor worked well for our family. There was only 3 hooks on the back of the main bathroom door for towels with neither of the other 2 bathroom with even a towel bar so we ended up using chairs and railings for towels. We love to cook together while on vacation and the kitchen had the bare minimum for pots, pans and serving so we had to become very creative to make things work.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Scott & Becky S.

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

Nice surprise. Peaceful retreat.

Great place. We will definitely rent again as we frequent this area to visit family. Some minor TLC needed and door maintenance as sliders and screens to spacious deck are a bit difficult.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Susan Walker

Great place in a great location!!! easy booking.

Great place in a great location!!! easy booking. easy access to our door code. great place!

10/10 Excellent

Sue W.

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

Nice!!!

Very nice lake home. Very clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alina R.

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

Beautiful Home

This was a perfect place for our family of 7 to relax after a day in The Dells.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Hidden Gem!

This house is wonderful!! We enjoyed fishing off of the dock and using the kayak, row boat, and canoe! It was close enough to the Wisconsin Dells to check the experiences off of our list but located on a quiet, serene lake! It was a beautiful setting and the house has everything you might need other than food! We had a great time!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Lance Hawkins

B

Best ever !
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10/10 Excellent

Laura Wilson

Property was perfect for our group.

Property was perfect for our group. We enjoyed the fire pit several times on our stay. Great to work with
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10/10 Excellent

Carlos Soto

This place was absolutely beautiful.

This place was absolutely beautiful. Perfect size, perfect view. Very clean. Great access to the lake. Definitely a great place to stay. You guys were great. Thanks for letting us get in earlier than 3. That was perfect.
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10/10 Excellent

Carlos Soto

This place was absolutely beautiful.

This place was absolutely beautiful. Perfect size, perfect view. Very clean. Great access to the lake. Definitely a great place to stay. You guys were great. Thanks for letting us get in earlier than 3. That was perfect.

About the host

Hosted by Sand County

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Enjoy the fun and excitement of the Midwest’s top vacation area; Wisconsin Dells. Over 60 restaurants and night spots, golf courses, riding stables, amusement parks and attractions, water parks and gaming facilities, shopping, skiing, fishing, boating, hunting, and natural splendor.
Truly a four season vacation area!!!

To ensure the peace of mind for our guests, all Sand County Services properties are routinely inspected by the local municipality and the state of Wisconsin for safety.

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