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The Little Lake House - Private/Secluded Pennisula - Lake Winnebago

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Laundry

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Fond du Lac, WI

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living room

1 Double Futon

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Little Lake House - Private/Secluded Pennisula - Lake Winnebago

Enjoy one of Lake Winnebago's finest waterfront properties. Available daily, weekly or monthly, OPEN YEAR ROUND! We are located on a peninsula which extends 200 feet from the shoreline! Yes, you are surrounded by water, within 20 feet of the shoreline.The newly remodeled home has all the "latest" features of home. WI-FI, Nest thermostat, "Alexa" the electronic assistant. A newly added gas electronic fireplace with a 50 HD television and BOSE surround sound, newly remodeled kitchen, stainless steel appliances and granite counter-tops.
Our bathroom features a ceramic/glass walk-in shower and large vanity area. The upstairs bedroom features a queen size bed, 32" HD tv with surround sound. If you are looking for that special "getaway" that requires privacy, look no further. Please no more than 6 adults. Located 2 1/2 hours North of Chicago and 5 miles North of Fond du Lac.

3 night minimum, special rates for longer stays.


Thank you and get out and enjoy the Summer Season...


Craig Little Lake House

Property manager

Craig Semenas
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Laundry
Outdoor space
Parking available
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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
No driving, parking or unloading on peninsula, parking, unloading permitted only on parking pad.

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 deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Fond du Lac

Located in Fond du Lac, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Children's Museum of Fond du Lac and Riverside Tennis Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Oakfield Railroad Prairie State Natural Area and Lake Winnebago. Fond du Lac County Fairgrounds and Greenway Arboretum are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.
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Fond du Lac, WI

Getting around

  • Fond du Lac, WI (FLD-Fond du Lac County) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jenz Bar - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Little Lake House - Private/Secluded Pennisula - Lake Winnebago pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Little Lake House - Private/Secluded Pennisula - Lake Winnebago?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Little Lake House - Private/Secluded Pennisula - Lake Winnebago?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Little Lake House - Private/Secluded Pennisula - Lake Winnebago located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Lake Winnebago and within 6 miles (10 km) of Children's Museum of Fond du Lac and Lakeside Dog Park. Lakeside Park and Fond du Lac Lighthouse are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 70 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tammy F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy & Cute Lake House

Overall this was a good trip to get away and spend time by the water and relax.Craig was very responsive when I reached out and resolved the issue quickly. The house is set on a small peninsula area which made it feel like my own private space. The location is nice and not a far drive for me at all. It has an “up north” feel, yet within 10 minutes you can find a ton of stores/restaurants. It has good air conditioning (a necessity on 90 days), a cute little patio off the bedroom on the second floor, and a full kitchen which made it easy to prepare meals. I loved that there was a bonfire pit and grill available to use.A couple things that could be improved upon: Lots of bugs (flies, spiders, large ants) in the house the whole time (even after taking care of several myself), more than I was expecting there to be.The area around the pier had a lot of seaweed which made it hard to comfortably swim. Also the last step on the pier ladder was very slippery, so getting up and down was a bit challenging. Overall I enjoyed my time of peacefulness & relaxation at the little lake house!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie H.

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

Little House on a Lake

Very peaceful and quiet!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan P.

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

Great cabin

Craigs cabin was in a great location and he made it super easy to check in and everything was ready. Id stay again for a fising trip especially.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

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

Great lakeside retreat!

Everything as described, nice and quiet, relaxing!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Love!

This little lake house is the perfect size for a couple. The inside is cute and clean. The outdoor space is so pretty and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer J.

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

Quiet property

Enjoyed the peace and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

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

Felt like we were on a houseboat!

Very cozy and charming. It was nice to have a warm fire on a cold day. Very nice view on the peninsula. Craig did a great job welcoming us.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh L.

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

Lakeside getaway

This house is perfect if you’re looking for a getaway from the city and enjoy wildlife and sitting by the lake. We had a comfortable stay and were glad to see the house has central AC with these recent heat waves.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

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

This is a nice little cottage on the lake.

We very much enjoyed our stay here, and will come back again. We really liked the privacy of this location. Its a great stay for a couple that wants to getaway. If I only knew what I know now, I would have rented it a few more nights. Thanks Craig, we will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Mary S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Rustic Getaway

Location was perfect for what we wanted, which was to bike and relax. Being lakeside, the bird watching was amazing, bald eagles, herons, osprey, pelicans! One note: being a rural property, the water is from a well so there is a smell.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

JEFF b.

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

LAKE HOUSE

GREAT PROPERTY FOR COUPLES .THE HOUSE TRULY SITS ON A PENISULA WITH PLENTY OF ROOM TO HANG OUT IN A PRIVATE SETTING.INSIDE IS VERY COZY AND WELL DONE.The sound system and tvs are also a nice touch.Would go back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charlene B., Cottage Grove, WI, USA

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

Better call Webster’s

The dictionary definitions of rest, relaxation, vacation and bliss all need to be re-written to reference The Little Lake House. Peaceful and quiet. Serenity. Dang, we needed that week! Thanks to Craig for being a super host!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul V.

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

Really nice getaway

So the property was really clean and nicely secluded. All the amenities were as described. The one thing that was a bit of a challenge in our minds was that the bedroom is upstairs but the bathroom was on the lower level at the backside of the kitchen, so trips to the bathroom in the middle of the night aren’t easy. They do have several nightlights though that helped. The other thing to note is window treatments in the bedroom. For those that like to rise with the sun, you will have no problem. But those late risers will need eye masks or like to sleep under the covers because they’re not room darkening blinds. Lol! We had a great time though watching the bald Eagle across the cove and enjoying nearby dining establishments like Schmitty’s (best lobster bisque I’ve ever had) and Sunset grill! Oshkosh and Elkhart Lake are easy drives as well. Great place to make some memories!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jeanne R.

Charming house in a great location

My husband and I brought our boat to fish but much of the weekend was rainy. Fortunately, the house is nice enough to hang out in (big TV w/free Netflix!) and we enjoyed watching the weather over the lake. Got out for a few hours and caught a nice walleye. Note that owner (and most places on Winnebago) don't allow overnight docking of boats as the shallow lake can get wild during storms. We used a nice boat launch north of the property. House is cozy and fun, but be sure you can manage the stairs, the bedroom and bathroom are on separate floors. The accommodations were very comfortable and the place is sufficiently equipped for cooking. Good size for two people but four would be a stretch. Craig is easy to deal with.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Jade W.

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

Relaxing Little Lake House

The Little Lake House was a relaxing and quiet get away. The location is beautiful and the property is exactly as it’s named: a modest house that had everything we needed for 2 people. We enjoyed listening to the birds and ducks in the morning, watching the sunrise, hanging by the lake, and having fires at night. The kitchen is nice so we made a lot of our own meals. We were able to drop our kayak and paddle board in using the dock (a little climbing necessary but doable) and paddled around, but the shoreline has a lot of seaweed so it’s not really fit for swimming or floating. There were a lot of cobwebs on the outside surfaces though so we had to do some cleaning to feel comfortable. A couple logistical things about the house: 1) The bedroom is upstairs while the bathroom is downstairs across the house. If you’re someone who uses the bathroom at night, this poses a challenge. There is a pullout couch in the living room though. 2) Most windows have no curtains or blinds. This didn’t really bother us though as the house is tucked away enough that it feels private enough. When we weren’t at the house, we enjoyed visiting Lakeside Park with an old restored lighthouse and some local establishments with good seafood. Overall we enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Emily K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Not quite what we were expecting

My husband & I reserved this place for our wedding anniversary. But unfortunately we left early, for a few reasons. Pros: It’s a cute old stucco with a really gorgeous view of the lake on a unique property. -Tons of bird watching (Eagles, pelicans, ducks, etc). -A nice long dock with a bench for fishing or just enjoying the views. -Plenty of room in the yard to plop down a lawn chair & relax while listening to the waves. -Quiet & peaceful. Cons: The house itself, the deck & the balcony are in need of some general TLC. -The grill was filthy & we had to buy a grill brush to clean it. (Bring some charcoal if you plan to use it) -The fire pit needs to be dug out & cleaned up. -No fire wood provided, BYO -We had two large, angry carpenter bees inside when we arrived (I’m allergic). -The bathroom, specifically the toilet/shower is tiny, not user friendly & awkward. - Queen mattress was extremely hard/uncomfortable. - During a particularly bad rain storm, water was pouring in through the top of the doorframe between the kitchen a bathroom area. The next day the mildew smell was excessive. We decided to call it the next morning & go home. If you want rustic in the true sense, this is it. We expected something else from viewing the photos/description. But in the end, sadly, this just wasn’t our cup of tea.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Fay w.

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

LOVELY LAKE VIEWS

My husband & I were impressed by the online pictures of this property. It is a lovely little getaway with impressive views of the lake and nearby eagles nest which we enjoyed viewing for the 3 days we were there. We brought our kayaks to launch, but unfortunately there is no good place on this shoreline to do so. Craig was very helpful in directing us where we could launch them (Wayside up the road about a mile) and that worked out perfectly. Since it is so early in the season, we had the lake to ourselves! Although we can see many updates have been done to this vintage home, there were some things that we feel could use some maintenance & upkeep (which have been noted in reviews before going back a couple years). The decking, picnic table and upper floor balcony really need a good sanding & re-staining. The railing on the upper balcony is severely rotted and doesn't appear safe. Paint on the outside of the home is cracked & peeling in places. The lawn/landscaping, firepit area and shoreline are in need of mowing & trimming. The long standing issue with no curtains on many windows (including the bathroom & toilet area!) made us uncomfortable and as mentioned before, there is no privacy between the kitchen and the bathroom sink - a simple floor length curtain would help. Very small shower/toilet area with no safety rail and only 1 small towel rack in the sink area. Certainly a unique property but all of these unfortunately detracted from us giving a 5 Star rating.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Merry S., MI

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Maintenance required, filthy and substandard management when problems happened with the plumbing.

We have stayed in many VRBOs across the country over the years and have had very positive experiences. When we arrived at the cabin, we loved the view, it was by far the best part. But, we were surprised at how poorly maintained the exterior and interior were. It needs a good power washing, fresh paint and new windows. The cleanliness of the interior was certainly sub par, especially given COVID. The refrigerator was empty but dirty, the windows needed to be washed, the cabinets and appliances had not been wiped down and everything just looked dirty. The bathroom was a nightmare for a family of 4 with two teenagers. There was no door on the room with a sink and a separate toilet/shower did have a door. Without a door in the main area of the bathroom, there was no wear for us to change due to lack of privacy and the impossibility of changing in the bathroom with toilet and shower due to it being extremely small. Upon showering, there was not even a bath mat to safely get out of the shower and it was very slippery. The water smelled like sulfur from the moment we walked in the door. On our last night, my son took a shower at 9:30 and the water would not shut off. I called and then texted the landlord. He arrived quickly but was not friendly or apologetic. He shut off all the water in the home and did not offer any kind of refund or compensation for the inconvenience, and also, we have received no contact after we left the next morning to discuss. Very disappointing. We left the next morning without having water to go to the bathroom and flush the toilet, brush our teeth or shower. It was an awful way to end our trip. I am still waiting for our deposit to be returned and it has been 2 days. I am not one to leave negative reviews, I only leave positive ones, but this was an unacceptable experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

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

Relaxing and Private

Perfect small lake home for a couples getaway. My husband and I had a relaxing weekend and enjoyed the lake views. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

margaret b.

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

Thank you

We had a wonderful stay. Would definitely visit again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

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

Beautiful location

We enjoyed the week , very relaxing. The lake was a little overwhelming of the size as we took a day to the other end . Enjoyed coffee on the deck in the morning's and cocktails in the evening. Did catch a nice bass of the dock . Very quiet location. The host was great. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

brenda h.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Quiet cozy location

Quiet cozy location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Great location

No better location on the lake! Loved the wildlife: eagles, otters, geese, ducks, and various birds
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandie S., Madison WI

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

Best Little Lake House!

We really enjoyed our stay at this little lake house. It's a great place to relax & enjoy the water & birds. The fishing was CRAZY good - we couldn't catch them fast enough. This is the perfect spot if you're looking to enjoy scenery & birds. Appliances were nice (we used them all) & the owner is extremely responsive to messages. We'll definitely be booking another trip to this little gem.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pat A., Houston, Texas

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

Incredibly Cozy Little House on A Beautiful Peninsula

The stay was wonderful. We wanted a place on the water where we could just relax. The Little Lake House was PERFECT.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Craig Semenas

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Just so you are aware, SANTA stays at the Little Lake House!!!

Why they chose this property

Its simply one of a kind, your own private island.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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