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Round Lake's Happy Swimmers 1970's-80's Retro Cottage

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Morning view awaits you and your sweet family.
A deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water.
morning view #2 from our deck
Aerial view
A wooden dock extending into a lake with a bench at the end.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Crystal River
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Arcade/game room

Explore the area

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Waupaca, WI
  • Place, Crystal River
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Long Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Hartman Creek State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Downstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Bed

Upstairs Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Round Lake's Happy Swimmers 1970's-80's Retro Cottage

This is a fun two-level lakeshore cottage approx 1800 sq ft home with an oversized 12'x15' treetop deck providing expansive views across Round Lake and into the other Chain 'o Lakes. Features a main floor lakeside window wall and hand-sawn oak boards forming custom walls in the spacious cathedral ceiling dining/living area.

The lakefront is 58' of shoreline, with a rare sandy bottom. Dock installed for mooring your boat approximately Mother’s Day through September. Three kayaks ( two singles, one tandem), two SUPs and an inflatable sunning raft await you. For fun, a cornhole game and lakeside fire pit are lakeside to tell stories by and roast marshmallows. Enjoy the Happy Swimmers cottage!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Cottage is NOT babyproofed. Toddlers not allowed.
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please clean any used dishware and cups and the coffeemaker ( if used).
Remove sheets and used towels to the bathtub upstairs; only remove bed protectors covering the mattresses if soiled. Thanks.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
An infant is permitted only by special advanced written host approval. Request this please in contacting me. No worries. Thanks.
Cottage is not suitable for toddlers.
Damage or Breakage: Upon first entry, if something appears broken, or damaged by a previous guest, take one or more pictures and send to me thru VRBO.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2478820vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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
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

About the area

Waupaca

Located on the waterfront, this cottage is in Chain O' Lakes, a neighbourhood in Waupaca. Foxfire Golf Club and Central Waters Brewing Company are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hartman Creek State Park and Pickerel Lake State Natural Area. With jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Waupaca, WI

What's nearby

  • Round Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Columbia Lake - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Crystal River - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Long Lake - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Hartman Creek State Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪H.H. Hinder Brewing Co. - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Waupaca Woods Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Round Lake's Happy Swimmers 1970's-80's Retro Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Round Lake's Happy Swimmers 1970's-80's Retro Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Round Lake's Happy Swimmers 1970's-80's Retro Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Round Lake's Happy Swimmers 1970's-80's Retro Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Round Lake's Happy Swimmers 1970's-80's Retro Cottage located?

This family-friendly Waupaca cottage is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Round Lake, Crystal River and Columbia Lake. Long Lake and Hartman Creek State Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable and laid back atmosphere. Loved the ping pong table.We would love to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

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

Nostalgic and Beautiful

We had a wonderful stay! Jenn is absolutely wonderful, and the property was cozy, clean, and full of beautiful vintage pieces. It was bigger than we expected, and the deck was the perfect place to relax and take in the view. Great stay with wonderful memories!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 October 2023
Thanks Michelle, happy to have hosted you and your family. Welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jeff p.

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

Brother get together

The host was very accommodating and amazing. The place was in a great location in the lake. There was plenty of things to do at the location…. Even in October
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 November 2024
Thanks, Jeff! You and your brothers are welcome back anytime. :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward F.

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

Father’s Day with the kids

The house was perfect for us. We enjoyed the lake and sand bottom. House was very clean. Jenn was very accommodating. We will come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 June 2024
Thank you kindly Edward. Glad you enjoyed your stay. 😊🌈
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Very nice place

Nice place, and we had a good time. We were concerned about the younger kids on that high deck and all those steps to the water, but our niece, who has three boys (one new borne) thought the steps gave her time to recognize an errant child and retrieve them before they got to the water. It was a family outing, and it was great to bond again with a niece and nephew and their kids and spouses.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

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

Lovely getaway

We enjoyed a few days in waupaca! What a great place. We loved that there were kayaks and paddle boards available to use. We had some issues getting in when we first got there but Jenn and Mark helped us out instantly! The location was perfect for where we wanted to be. There was also plenty of space in the house. There were 2 couples and we had plenty of room. I would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 October 2024
Rebecca, Glad you enjoyed your stay. Welcome back anytime! Jenn
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

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

2nd year renting here. If I'm stil alive next year I'll be back.

One minor problem with the combination door. Otherwise no complaints. We all love this place.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Claudia S.

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

Observations

Despite a few snags in the beginning (no bar soap , no spare toilet paper in bathroom but found it later on lower level). Freezer in dire need of defrosting. Deck and front entrance needed sweeping. In general, however, the place was very comfortable an the view was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 August 2023
Hi Claudia, Thanks for your stay. For health department rules, we have pump dispenser soap instead of bar soap. I’ve checked with the housekeeper to make sure the other items you mentioned are clear and remedied. Thank you for valuable feedback. Glad you and your family enjoyed your stay at my family’s cottage! Jenn
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved staying here! Beautiful views, excellent location and everything we needed for a great stay. We look forward to staying here again. We really appreciated how clean and comfortable it was. Also loved having the kayaks to use along with the fire pit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2026
Thank you kindly, Scott! Glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

8/10 Good

Ken S.

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

Round Lake Getaway

"Retro" yes, but more than I had expected. Surprised there was no dishwasher. Nice that we could get Netflix, but would have been better to be able to get regular network channels.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 October 2021
Thanks Ken for your feedback. You were a great guest. Just to note, the listing’s amenities section didn’t state having a dishwasher or cable service, only WiFi. But thanks to your feedback, I’ve specifically emphasized that now for future guests. Most just use their own computer and the HDMI cable to the smart tv. Thank you again. You are my first vrbo guest and a fall guest at that. Kind wishes.

About the host

Hosted by Jenn

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Hi, I'm a 55 year old lifeguard training professional who grew up at this summer cottage from age 5 onward. This home has a lot of fun history.

Why they chose this property

Right on Round lake, sandy bottom frontage (rare), great views from our deck in the trees. Relaxing and inviting :)

What makes this property unique

lake, lake and more lake :)

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