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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 14
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)
Blue Room
1 Queen Bed
Green Room
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
Pink Room
4 Single Beds
Yellow Room
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bath 1 - Shower
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2 - Tub
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
First Floor Bathroom
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Carter Cottage - Private Lakefront Getaway
Escape your busy life with a stay at Carter Cottage on the North Shore of Big Green Lake. Drive down into the woods to a private cottage right on the shore of Green Lake. the large driveway parks 6+ cars. Enclosed front porch opens to a fully fenced shoreside yard with a private pier. Kitchen is fully furnished, making meal prep easy, and a small breakfast table encourages conversation. The living room is split into a sitting room and family room, complete with large flat screen and sleeper couch. TV is Roku/Fire Stick/Chromecast ready. House is equipped with high speed internet for all of your streaming needs, and cable is provided. On the second floor you'll find 2 full bathrooms (one shower, one tub) and four bedrooms, two of which sleep 2, and the other two which sleep 4.
And if you don't want to leave family members of the canine or feline persuasion back home, they are more than welcome here at the Carter Cottage. Our own dogs love the fully fenced in yard with plenty of sun and shade, not to mention the easy access* to the lake for a daily swim!
*The fully fenced yard does not include the pier. Gate access to the water requires an adult.
**Security cameras will be installed for the 2021 season. All cameras will be on the exterior of the house and none will be aimed at private areas (bedrooms/restrooms). The cameras will be on at all times.
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- If you’re looking for some local places, we’d recommend (due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, we cannot be sure what may be open when you arrive):
--->Little Corporal in downtown Green Lake has the best (and fastest) breakfast around. (They also have Chocolate Shoppe ice cream for summer afternoon cravings.)
--->Cristiano’s has some pretty great pizza, and is close enough for delivery.
--->The Green Lake Conference Center is an amazing place with more than enough to keep you busy. They have hiking, Judson Tower (the tall tower you can see from the lake) - it takes 121 steps to get to the top but the view is worth it! You can get the key from the information center, crafts, beach volleyball, golf, and a beach.
--->If you’re looking to do some shopping, take a 20 minute drive east on hwy 23 to Ripon’s historic downtown, or head west on 23 to check out the Princeton Flea Market and antiquing.
--->There is a bike path around the lake (on side roads and some county highways) a route is in the annual Green Lake Tourist book. (We’ve provided a copy for your use.)
--->The closest grocery store is Crossroads just outside of downtown Green Lake on 23, or head further east on 23 to Ripon for Webster’s. (If it’s sweetcorn season, the farm stand on 23 right before you get to Ripon is the best.)
--->For the Golfers in the family:
**Less than a 5 minute drive west will bring you to The Golf Courses of Lawsonia featuring The Links, which is highlighted in America’s Top 100 Public Golf Courses by Golf Digest. You’ll also find The Woodlands at Lawsonia, which features secluded tree-lined holes and plenty of wildlife, for another fantastic round of golf.
**Just under 10 minutes to the east will bring you to the histori Tuscumbia Golf Course, the oldest golf course in Wisconsin. Tuscumbia features an 18 hole course as well as a 9 hole executive course, which is perfect for families and kids just getting into the game, but provides a fun challenge even to experienced golfers.
And if you don't want to leave family members of the canine or feline persuasion back home, they are more than welcome here at the Carter Cottage. Our own dogs love the fully fenced in yard with plenty of sun and shade, not to mention the easy access* to the lake for a daily swim!
*The fully fenced yard does not include the pier. Gate access to the water requires an adult.
**Security cameras will be installed for the 2021 season. All cameras will be on the exterior of the house and none will be aimed at private areas (bedrooms/restrooms). The cameras will be on at all times.
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- If you’re looking for some local places, we’d recommend (due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, we cannot be sure what may be open when you arrive):
--->Little Corporal in downtown Green Lake has the best (and fastest) breakfast around. (They also have Chocolate Shoppe ice cream for summer afternoon cravings.)
--->Cristiano’s has some pretty great pizza, and is close enough for delivery.
--->The Green Lake Conference Center is an amazing place with more than enough to keep you busy. They have hiking, Judson Tower (the tall tower you can see from the lake) - it takes 121 steps to get to the top but the view is worth it! You can get the key from the information center, crafts, beach volleyball, golf, and a beach.
--->If you’re looking to do some shopping, take a 20 minute drive east on hwy 23 to Ripon’s historic downtown, or head west on 23 to check out the Princeton Flea Market and antiquing.
--->There is a bike path around the lake (on side roads and some county highways) a route is in the annual Green Lake Tourist book. (We’ve provided a copy for your use.)
--->The closest grocery store is Crossroads just outside of downtown Green Lake on 23, or head further east on 23 to Ripon for Webster’s. (If it’s sweetcorn season, the farm stand on 23 right before you get to Ripon is the best.)
--->For the Golfers in the family:
**Less than a 5 minute drive west will bring you to The Golf Courses of Lawsonia featuring The Links, which is highlighted in America’s Top 100 Public Golf Courses by Golf Digest. You’ll also find The Woodlands at Lawsonia, which features secluded tree-lined holes and plenty of wildlife, for another fantastic round of golf.
**Just under 10 minutes to the east will bring you to the histori Tuscumbia Golf Course, the oldest golf course in Wisconsin. Tuscumbia features an 18 hole course as well as a 9 hole executive course, which is perfect for families and kids just getting into the game, but provides a fun challenge even to experienced golfers.
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About the area
Green Lake
Located in Green Lake, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Green Lake Marina and Golf Courses of Lawsonia are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Winnebago Trail Nature Preserve and Tuleta Hill Prairie Conservancy. Travelling with kids? Consider C J Rodman Center for the Arts and Riverside Park. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.

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What's nearby
- Green Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Green Lake Conference Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Golf Courses of Lawsonia - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
- Thrasher Opera House - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
- EAA Aviation Museum - 36 min drive - 50.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Crossroads Market - 6 min drive
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- Walkers - 13 min drive
- Murphy’s On Green - 4 min drive
- Center House - 16 min drive
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Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
22 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
keith and camille s.
31 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
keith and camille s.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
cecily m.
2 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another Amazing Stay
cecily m.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Edward G.
22 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Edward G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Patricia L.
2 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer Fun
Patricia L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
carol s.
28 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and plenty of room to spread out
carol s.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Tyler H.
9 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family trip to GL
Tyler H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jim O.
3 July 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
Jim O.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
8/10 Good
Lev S.
10 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint lake home in a great location
Lev S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
cecily m.
28 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic… Again!
cecily m.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brenda V.
16 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway on Green Lake!
Brenda V.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Cathy M.
3 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good times on Green Lake
Cathy M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Keith S.
2 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
To Dave and Abigail
Keith S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Janice K.
26 August 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Janice K.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Nancy B.
27 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Vacation
Nancy B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
cecily m.
28 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a pleasant getaway!
cecily m.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Chad C.
7 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Chad C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Nathan C.
8 September 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Nathan C.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
maggie g.
2 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Proper Lake Cottage
maggie g.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Patricia L.
25 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Reunion
Patricia L.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jill C.
21 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Jill C.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Cynthia V.
24 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
LOVED This Lake Home & Property!
Cynthia V.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Alvin M.
31 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and right on the lake
Alvin M.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
kim d.
8 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location in the lake.
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Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Christine O.
31 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is paradise
Christine O.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
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