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Dells Secret Cottage - Huge Private Yard, Minutes to downtown Wisconsin Dells

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Porch or veranda
  • Barbecue
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Wisconsin Dells, WI
  • Place, Witches Gulch
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Wisconsin River
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Chula Vista Waterparks
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

3 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Dells Secret Cottage - Huge Private Yard, Minutes to downtown Wisconsin Dells

A modern take on the classic cottage
3 bedrooms/3 baths (There is a 4th sleeping room option with a twin bed in the porch off one of the bedrooms. This room is not heated or cooled so can really only be used depending on outside temperature)
Queen size pullout love seat bed in the living room for added sleeping options
WiFi
HuluLive...so you won't miss the game
Full sized kitchen overlooking a huge private back yard
Fire pit
Chill shed
Charcoal grill
Minutes to all the Wisconsin Dells offers
Space to relax
Perfect home base for all your adventures and unwinding

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
No Smoking in the cottage or chill shed
Check out is 10am. Late check outs will be charged $200 and $200 for each additional hour after 10am.
Smoke outside...absolutely no smoking inside the cottage OR chill shed. evidence of smoking inside=$200 fee. butts not properly disposed of =$50 fee
Be mindful of noise. Noise complaint may lead to expulsion with no refund. Make sure the doors and windows are locked and lights are off.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2116807vb
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

About the area

Wisconsin Dells

Located in Wisconsin Dells, this cottage is in a rural area and near a water park. Outlets at The Dells is worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Chula Vista Waterparks and Mt. Olympus Water and Theme Park. Noah's Ark Waterpark and Kalahari Indoor Waterpark are not to be missed. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
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Wisconsin Dells, WI

What's nearby

  • Witches Gulch - 2 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Wisconsin River - 3 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Cold Water Canyon Golf Course - 4 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Chula Vista Waterparks - 4 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Woodside Sports Complex - 5 min drive - 7.9 km

Getting around

  • Wisconsin Dells Station - 10 min drive
  • Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Fawn Creek Winery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Showboat Saloon - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dells Secret Cottage - Huge Private Yard, Minutes to downtown Wisconsin Dells pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Dells Secret Cottage - Huge Private Yard, Minutes to downtown Wisconsin Dells?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dells Secret Cottage - Huge Private Yard, Minutes to downtown Wisconsin Dells?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dells Secret Cottage - Huge Private Yard, Minutes to downtown Wisconsin Dells?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dells Secret Cottage - Huge Private Yard, Minutes to downtown Wisconsin Dells located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Wisconsin River and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Chula Vista Waterparks. Witches Gulch and Dutchman Islands are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 50 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Amenities

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trevor A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was amazing, my guest and I had a great time and the house was everything Gabe said it was, definitely will be getting in touch again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2026
Trevor, I am so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay! It was an absolute pleasure to host you and I welcome you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gajan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick communication. Beautiful cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 December 2025
Thank you for your stay Gajan! It was a pleasure to host you. Please come back and visit anytime!
Verified

4/10 Poor

Venkatesh V.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
The property was not clean, lot of noise in the bedroom from heater running. The kitchen faucet was broken and water was leaking , it was a hassle using the kitchen for 2 day stay. They didn’t help to fix the problem during the stay. The rooms was very cold and heating was not even across the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2026
Very sorry to see this review Venkatesh, and I apologize for your experience. The next available time I could get the faucet fixed was the day after your check out so I apologize for the inconvenience. I have never gotten a review for the cleanliness or room temperature so this is a first for me and I will definitely look into if that was the case. I try my best to have everything in working order, but things can break and I did offer compensation. I am quite shocked at this review considering the conversation we had, so I am going to just thank you and wish you happiness.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mason H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The family stayed here while vacationing in the Dells. Location is pretty convenient to get to all of the things we did while here. The property was clean and communication with the host was good. We had 5 adults and 1 child and were able to enjoy our time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2025
Thank you Mason! It was a real pleasure to host you and your family!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia P.

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

Stay was great

Wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan R.

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

Amazing place to stay

If you're looking for a simple getaway with a great host towards the dells, this is it folks.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 January 2023
Thank you for your stay Ryan! I am so happy you enjoyed theSecret Cottage. Please come and visit anytime!
Verified

8/10 Good

joann d.

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

Was a pleasant stay!

Cottage had everything we needed for a short stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2024
Thank you Joann!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mark s.

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

Very convenient location.

Very cozy comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

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

Great place to stay!

The Secret Cottage was exactly as it was described! A lovely home stocked with everything you could ask for and more. 7 of us stayed there but 9 more family members stopped over for a cook out and there was plenty of room for all. Really loved the “shed” in the backyard. We had a great time and would not be afraid to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2025
Thank you so much Sandra! Please come back and visit anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geno

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

Hidden Gem

Stayed her for a golfing trip with some friends, I must say the place is very accommodating to large groups of people. The property is unique with an outdoor bar, plenty of room in the backyard for games. The check-in process was very smooth and Gabe was cool about everything. Would definitely stay here again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2025
Thank you Gino! Please come back and visit anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abby W.

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

Amazing

The place was exactly what we needed for a girls weekend away. Would book again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2025
So happy to hear you enjoyed your stay Abby! Please come back and visit anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

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

Amazing Cottage

Our stay was so perfect, the cottage was so cozy and beautiful! It’s perfect for families.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 9 December 2020
Thank you so much for choosing to stay at the cottage Sarah. We would love to have you again! So happy to hear your family had a great time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary E.

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

Nice and spacious

We enjoyed our stay here. Lots of room and good location! Owner was very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2024
Thank you Mary! Please come back and visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heike E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was perfect for a friends getaway! The listing is accurate. It is very well stocked and very clean. The backyard was awesome with woods backing up the property and the quaint little “shed” for another gathering spot. We were worried that the highway was in front of the property but we couldnt hear much noise once inside. Communication with the owner was great, he was very quick in response and easy to work with. Will definitely consider this place next time we hit Wisconsin Dells!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 October 2025
Thank you so much for your stay and taking such great care of the cottage Heike! It was a pleasure to host you and I welcome you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luke N.

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

Great cabin experience

Enjoyed the great weather and backyard!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2024
Thank you Lucas! Please come back and visit anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful

Nice property clean and perfect for vacation I recommend this property 👍
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2023
Thank you Edy! I am so happy you enjoyed the Cottage!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan G.

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

Property was excellent

Our family enjoyed the house. Great distance from all the activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2022
So happy you enjoyed yourselves Nathan!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kinnaree P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was one of the best rentals we’ve ever stayed in. The house was cozy and in pristine condition. The kitchen was well equipped with all the essentials, and there were extra linens and comforters that made everything very comfortable. There were games and playsets for all age groups, which was a great bonus. The shed was also well stocked with chairs.Whether enjoying the fireplace or the extra room in the back, the house truly offers something for every season—summer or winter. The check-in instructions were clear, and communication with the host, Gabe, was flawless. He was also very accommodating with our special requests.We absolutely loved our stay and would highly recommend this place to anyone looking to spend quality time with family and friends. The location is perfect—close to everything, yet surrounded by trees that make it feel peacefully secluded from the city’s hustle and bustle.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 January 2026
This review really made my day Kinnaree! I am so happy you enjoyed your stay...this is the reason I do this, to help people have a great experience is such a pleasure, so thank you for sharing! Please come back and visit anytime!
Verified

8/10 Good

Zach S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Dells - Stay & Play

Had a great time with friends in the Dells golfing. This home was a perfect location for us and was just close enough to downtown without the traffic.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 October 2024
Thank you for your stay Zach! Please come back and visit sometime!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon L.

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

Great place!

Very nice, clean place. Property owner was very nice and accommodating! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 February 2023
Thank you Brandon! I am thrilled you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

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

Great place for family

Met up with my girlfriend and her kids and this was perfect spot close to Dells. Secluded with outdoor space in back. Even in the winter it was nice to stay. I would suggest adding a hot tub in the chill shed for extra amenity
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 January 2025
Thank you so much for your stay Lisa! I really appreciate the feedback. It was a pleasure to host you and I welcome you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

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

Friends and Family WI Dells Trip

This property was a great for our group of 5 kids and 3 adults with plenty of beds and bathrooms. I loved the funky art work and the chill shed is a nice extra space. The location is great for getting to attractions easily!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2021
Amanda, you were a great guest. Thank you for letting me know you had a wonderful stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen F.

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

Family Dells vacation

gäbe was very responsive. Great location, short drive to all the Dell's attractions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2022
Thank you so much for staying!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

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

Great hidden jem!

Great place just outside of town. Communication was excellent. This little place had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 December 2021
Thank you so much Ashley!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S.

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

Awesome weekend with the boys!

Very nice and clean property. Close enough to everything. Had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 June 2022
So glad you enjoyed yourself Jeffrey! Thank you so much for taking care of the Cottage!

About the host

Hosted by Gabe Albrecht

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I love hosting guests and helping them discover all the Wisconsin Dells area has to offer! Having enjoyed visiting the Wisconsin Dells ever since I was a kid, I wanted to be apart of sharing this magical area with others. My love for creative arts is a good match in being a vacation rental host because it allows me an opportunity to transform the ordinary into the extraordinary!

Why they chose this property

The Secret Cottage is the best of both worlds...close enough to all the action yet just far enough for privacy and relaxation! My family rehabbed this house and transformed it into a cottage that you feel is the best kept secret only known to those who have stayed. Refurbished items repurposed into art and design are found thorough the property and make for a unique experience not duplicated in the cookie cutter world.
The Secret Cottage is for those that are searching for something out of the ordinary.

What makes this property unique

A huge, private yard with a fire pit area and "Chill Shed" allow you to have a real Up North experience and get outside and have a crackling fire. If the weather isn't cooperating (raining/windy) head to the "Chill Shed" and chill!
Three bathrooms is a game changer! More opportunity for everyone to get ready and less waiting to handle your business.

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