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Lakefront Retreat with Panoramic Views, Fishing, and Nearby Trails

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Property grounds
Back of home
Front of home (street facing). New user friendly stairs have been added now.
Aerial view
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Merrimac, WI
  • Place, Merrimac Ferry Dock
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Ice Age Trail Trailhead
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Devil's Head Ski Resort
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Madison, WI (MSN-Dane County Regional)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Loft

2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lakefront Retreat with Panoramic Views, Fishing, and Nearby Trails

Welcome to your Lake Wisconsin getaway, where peaceful mornings, wide-open views, and endless adventures await.

Step inside this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath lakefront home with a large sleeping loft and take in the breathtaking views the moment you arrive. Whether you’re here for a quiet retreat or an active lake adventure, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort and connection to nature.

Perfect for fishing and relaxation.
Situated in one of Lake Wisconsin’s most popular fishing spots, this property is a dream for anglers year-round. Enjoy coffee with the sunrise, cast a line from the shore, and unwind in the evening as moonlight dances on the water.

The best of lake life, right at your doorstep.
With deep water and mile-wide views, it’s easy to spend your days outdoors. Take a short walk or drive to local restaurants, explore the Great Sauk Bike Trail, or head to Devil’s Lake, Wisconsin Dells, and nearby golf or ski destinations like Devil’s Head and Cascade.

Thoughtfully designed for your stay.
This home features a bright, open layout, modern amenities, and comfortable spaces to gather or relax. The main level includes all bathrooms for convenience, while the loft provides additional sleeping space perfect for families or groups.

Please note before booking:

-There are stairs from the parking area to the home.
-All bathrooms are on the main level.
-Outdoor security cameras are located at the front and back of the property.
-While we do not allow pets, please note that this is our part-time residence and we have a dog. Those with severe allergies should consider this before booking.
-For safety and liability reasons, boats may not be docked overnight or left unattended.
-Both piers are removed mid-October through mid-May and stored on the property for winter.

Your lakefront escape is waiting.
Book your stay today and experience Lake Wisconsin living at its finest. Peaceful, scenic, and perfectly located for year-round adventure.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Firepit: Please extinguish the fire before heading inside for the evening. If needed, there is a hose on the shed side of the house.
Please do not throw any garbage (cans, bottles, cigarette butts) into the fire, landscaping or water.
Towels - Please only use the white bath and hand towels for bathing purposes. Paper towels, large beach towels and make-up towels are also provided.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Merrimac

Located in Merrimac, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Merrimac Ferry Dock and The Glacier Golf Course & The Prairie Glen Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Glenview Park and Ochsner Zoo. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Merrimac, WI

What's nearby

  • Merrimac Ferry Dock - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ice Age Trail Trailhead - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Devil's Head Ski Resort - 13 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Gibraltar Rock State Natural Area - 14 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Devil's Lake - 19 min drive - 16.0 km

Getting around

  • Portage Station - 24 min drive
  • Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Log Tavern Pizza Co. - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Lucky's on the Lake - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Bar - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Fitz's On The Lake - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Remi's Thirsty Moose - ‬28 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Retreat with Panoramic Views, Fishing, and Nearby Trails pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Retreat with Panoramic Views, Fishing, and Nearby Trails?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Retreat with Panoramic Views, Fishing, and Nearby Trails?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Retreat with Panoramic Views, Fishing, and Nearby Trails located?

Located in the heart of Merrimac, this holiday home is steps away from Glacial Lake Wisconsin and Memorial Park. Merrimac Ferry Dock and Wayside Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lori G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as described. beds were comfortable, view was awesome a lot in the kitchen to use which was very helpful. Host was very responsive and communicative. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

Great location

As advertised, had a nice stay with the family while we were skiing.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick M.

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

Amazing lakefront getaway!

Hosts were wonderful! Kind, accommodating, and very responsive! The house was well equipped for cooking and grilling, tons of fun lake toys to use and an awesome outdoor setup. Everything you need for a relaxing lakeside getaway! 10/10 would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

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

Peaceful and luxurious

Excellent place to stay! The property is absolutely gorgeous and the house is spacious and beautiful. Hosts were very friendly and helpful and thought of everything. Looking forward to staying again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

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

Spring Break

Good amount of space for 9 people. Clean, with all conveniences expected. Kids enjoyed upstairs space.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle A., Pine City MN

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

Fantastic place to stay

This property is fantastic! My husband and I along with four kids (our 2 and they brought friends - ages 10 & 16) stayed here. It was comfortable, clean, has great indoor and outdoor areas and is in a good location. We spent time at the house, WI Dells and Devils Lake. The view is gorgeous.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Justin D.

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

Perfect stay!

This property was perfect for our groups trip to the dells. The accomodations exceeded all expectations. The property was clean, spacious, had plenty of sleeping space and living space, and the view was even more beautiful than the pictures. The owner was so friendly and accommodating, they even provided extra air beds for our large group. If we make another trip some time this will definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen C.

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

Wonderful location near Devil's Liake

This home was perfect. It had great views, its own dock on Lake Wisconsin and is very near the ferry crossing. You can easily walk to nearby food at the Ferry Xing Bar and Grill and Candy's Merrimac Cafe. Easy driving distance to Devil's Lake and multiple other parks. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bryce M.

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

Can’t wait to go back!!

What a gem this VRBO is!! The cabin was so clean with cute updates! Our 5 girls loved the loft area for hanging out and sleeping. The lake view is absolutely gorgeous…from the house, the fire pit, or right on the dock! Exploring the area was fun too and we wish we had another day or two to explore more and stay in this quaint yet spacious home on the lake!! I truly would love to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly B.

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

Beautiful view!

We recently stayed at this property for our 3 day ski trip. The house was very homey and inviting and only a 6 minute drive from Devil's Head. We loved the loft area upstairs for the kids as well! The kids had a blast playing upstairs while the adults made memories playing cards downstairs. I would highly recommend this property to anyone that wants to go skiing or just enjoys a beautiful view!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annette B.

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

Better than a hotel!

Our Seniors have been fundraising since 7th grade to go on their Senior Class Trip. We were able to do more fun things because we saved money on hotel and eating out costs. Loved the view over the lake, fire pit, and "gaming" loft that slept 6+.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

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

The Very Best for a Short Vacation

Our family only had 3 days to vacation together so our usual camping trip wasn't doable. We decided to stay at this lake house. Close to Devils Lake State Park. The hosts went above and beyond to make sure the site had absolutely everything we would need. The view of the lake in the morning was so peaceful and the fire pit gave us a bit of a camping trip. The highlight of the trip was my 8 year old grandson caught his first fish off the dock. Worth a million dollars! Thank you to our hosts who made our short trip perfect!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bruce E.

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

Wonderful getaway.

Great place for us! It was me and my wife with our 13-y.o. twins and a friend of theirs. House was nicely laid out, with big lift with plenty of sleeping space for the kids and included a game table, so they were able to do their thing be still be within earshot. House is right on the lake, perfect for sitting and having a beer with the stars above and the lake lapping at the shore. We went to the Dells water parks which were less than a half-hour away and hiking at magnificent Devils Lake, which was barely a twenty minute drive. Highly recommended. Will try to rent again when we’re headed up that way!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This Lakefront Retreat was amazing! Everything was supplied to us! Everything was extra clean. I communicated with Erin and she was wonderful and had quick responses. It is very family friendly and had amazing views. I would love to come back one day.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had everything we needed. Plenty of sleeping areas, bathrooms, indoor & outdoor spaces. Beautifully decorated and clean! Plenty of area for dining indoor & outdoor. View of the lake breathtaking! Neighbors friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, beautiful lake view from the back yard. Weather was perfect for sitting around the fire pit at night.Easy access to hiking at Devil's Lake.Ferry across Lake WI is very efficient.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We all enjoyed our company retreat! Layout of space was good. Beautiful view. Could hear the waves from the house. Good amount of parking. Would definitely return next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great lakeside property. Great fire pit for roasting s’mores. Host was easy to communicate with.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

dutchboy1970

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

Nice property

Nice lake house right on the water. Clean, plenty of towels, wifi, chargers everywhere, good grill, lots of room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick G.

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

Nice!

Nice lakefront house on lake Wisconsin We enjoyed our stay. Very well equipped kitchen. Spent as much time as possible sitting outside enjoying the views of the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raquel B.

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

Hidden gem! Ideal girls’ getaway!

Beautiful, breathtaking view! The pictures don’t do it justice!! Cozy, yet roomy enough that everyone has their own space! Erin has thought of everything, down to the smallest detail! It actually felt very luxurious staying here! Erin was a very attentive host. We loved being here and would highly recommend it to others! We’re hoping to be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was great for the seven of us, and the lake access allowed the use of kayaks, paddleboards, and canoes. The dock was higher than expected, but we were able to lower boats manually as needed. The open layout was great for movie watching and relaxing. The loft was perfect for three teenagers hanging out. I did end up placing two concrete blocks at the screen door exit to accommodate my elderly mother since the step is very steep, but that worked great. The location was perfect, and overall an excellent place to stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alaine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location. Great spot on the lake. Everything you need was there. Everything was clean and nice. Would go back again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

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

Beautiful location

Great location and well stocked home with toiletries even in case you forget your own from home.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

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

Great place for getaway

What a great place. Perfect for any size family with the multiple bed loft. Amazing views and a park with a playground just 1 lot over. Hosts so helpful and kind, you can tell the was thoughtfully fixed up, many details and features that show they care. 5 stars!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

About the host

Hosted by Erin Swenson

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We are a busy family of 4 from the Madison area. Our kids are avid hockey players among other sports but love boating, tubing and fishing too. Merrimac is a very special place to our family. Erin lived in Merrimac when she was young and has many close family members that still live there. Definitely a hidden gem that we are excited to share with others.

Why they chose this property

We weren't really in the market for a lake home when we toured this property but fell in love with it the minute we walked through the front door. Our family enjoys using it year round for boating, fishing and swimming in the summer and ice fishing, ice skating and ice hockey in the winter. The views are just simply amazing any time of year. It is not uncommon to see eagles soaring overhead and fish jumping out of the water. We have been told one of the best fishing spots on the lake is right off our dock. Due to our busy schedules and kid's sports we can't always enjoy it as much as we would like to which is why we have now made it available on VRBO. This place is just simply too amazing not to share with others.

What makes this property unique

The location is great. Just steps away from a Merrimac Memorial Park, across the street from the baseball field and walking distance to the best ice cream shop on the lake and the Merrimac Ferry. Just 5 minutes to Devil's Head & Devil's Lake and 20 minutes to Cascade Mountain. 30 minutes to the Dells.

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