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Cottage On The Canal - An All Seasons Getaway - Waterford - Lake Tichigan

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Kitchen to Dining Open Concept
Kitchen with Abundant Countertop Space
Bedrooms Off of Living Room
TV with Netflix & YouTube TV Streaming Package (Like Cable w/ more Live Sports)
Main Bathroom Stocked with Towels

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6152.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer

Explore the area

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  • Place, Bear Den Zoo and Petting Farm
  • Place, Alpine Valley Music Theatre
  • Place, Alpine Valley Ski Resort
  • Airport, Milwaukee, WI (MKE-General Mitchell Intl.)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

Common area 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Cottage On The Canal - An All Seasons Getaway - Waterford - Lake Tichigan

Cottage On The Canal is perfect for those who enjoy kayaking, canoeing, fishing, snowmobiling, ice fishing, fall colors, or just getting away from the city. Located on a small canal that leads directly into Tichigan Lake, this house is on the water and only 350 feet from wide open lake. Tichigan Lake and the Fox River Impoundment combine for over 1,100 acres of navigable waterway that is perfect for waterskiing, wake boarding, fishing, and swimming in summer and ice fishing, snowmobiling, and cross-country skiing in winter. Just a short paddle from the house is a swimmable lake with depths greater than eight feet and depths up to 63 feet in the middle of the lake. By walking less than 100 steps away from the house you can find dining and often live entertainment at The Watering Hole Bar and Grill. This cottage is ideal for 4 people, could sleep 5 or 6 in total, if they fit on the small pull out sofa featured in the photos. Relax by a fire in the private, fenced-in yard, or enjoy the lower level entertainment area where family and friends can play games or just relax and watch a movie. Located just 3.5 miles from the nearest grocery store and less than 4 miles to downtown Waterford, you can be away from it all but close to creature comforts. The canal is NOT ideal if you have a pontoon boat that is 8.5' wide or greater or 18 foot or larger ski boats as the canal is restricted by a narrow bridge and the canal itself is only 20 feet wide. It IS ideal for fishing boats, jet skis, kayaks, canoes, paddle boats, or paddle boards. Included with your stay is free unlimited use of two kayaks and one canoe, or bring your own fishing boat and tie up to the dock. If you just want to relax and look at the water then the deck overlooking the canal and the lake may be more your style. Bring your brats, burgers or hot dogs and grill out on the deck on the Weber propane grill. The canal may appear clean and shallow, but guests do catch perch, bass, catfish, and even northern pike right off the dock. Paddling through the tunnel allows for great underwater viewing of whatever happens to be swimming through! The house does have a Ring Doorbell at the front door for security and monitoring of the house.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 3 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Waterford

Located in Waterford, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Logic Puzzle Museum and Spinning Top and Yo-Yo Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Edgewood Golf Course and Moorland Road Golf Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Green Meadows Petting Farm and Lotza Fun Room. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Waterford, WI

What's nearby

  • Bear Den Zoo and Petting Farm - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • The Rock Sports Complex - 27 min drive - 28.1 km
  • Alpine Valley Music Theatre - 36 min drive - 37.1 km
  • Milwaukee County Zoo - 37 min drive - 45.9 km
  • Alpine Valley Ski Resort - 39 min drive - 36.7 km

Getting around

  • Sturtevant Station - 29 min drive
  • Waukesha, WI (UES-Waukesha County) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Crossover Cantina & Eatery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Old Penny Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Roadhouse At Kelly's Bleachers - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Sol De Mexico 2 - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage On The Canal - An All Seasons Getaway - Waterford - Lake Tichigan pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Cottage On The Canal - An All Seasons Getaway - Waterford - Lake Tichigan?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage On The Canal - An All Seasons Getaway - Waterford - Lake Tichigan?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage On The Canal - An All Seasons Getaway - Waterford - Lake Tichigan located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Jean Jacobson Dog Park, Green Meadows Petting Farm and Lotza Fun Room. Martin's Woods State Natural Area and Big Bend-Vernon Recreation Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great stay

Good location, great host, nice break!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Emily L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
We were very disappointed with the cleanliness of the place. The bathtub had hair everywhere, the bathroom sink appeared as though it was not cleaned, unflushed human waste in the toilet, and there was garbage in the kitchen that was not disposed of before our arrival. We paid 160 in cleaning fee so we had much higher expectations. Aside from the cleanliness issue, Grant was an excellent host. Very hospitable and a great communicator.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris E.

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

great location near the lake

cute rental house with plenty of room
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise S.

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

Family vacay

Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad L.

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

Fantastic Location for a getaway

We had such a enjoyable time at this house on the canal. Everything about this location was great! Extremely clean, comfortable, relaxing. Our dog loved the fenced in area/deck over looking the canal. Thank you to the host Grant for making this a wonderful trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

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

Relaxing

Excellent place to relax
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle D.

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

Great Cottage Feel

Overall our stay here was very positive. The house had plenty of room for our group and had all the household items needed for a positive stay. The host was very responsive when it came to any issues and even offered to bring over additional items to help our stay feel a little more comfortable on a hot weekend. I would highly recommend this location for anyone staying in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Yana G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
Although grateful to the host to have received the full refund for canceling upon arrival, I nevertheless have to mention the reason we left immediately, so that future guests, who rely on reviews, like I did and do, know what to expect. My daughter is allergic to tobacco smell and smoke, and the house had a very very strong cigarette smoke smell upon entering, which was unacceptable for us. Not the kind of smell that would eventually go away if you aired out the house, but the type where it seemed to have permeated everything in the home, and had heavy smokers living there for years. Communication with the host was good and he was very responsive and processed the refund the next day. I am sure it will be the right house for others, but it just wasn't for us.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenna S.

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

Great family getaway

Had a great time at the cabin with the kids & our dog. We loved taking the tiki boat out to the sandbar to swim. Cabin was clean and freshly updated. Kids loved the foosball table downstairs. We enjoyed the deck, the fenced yard and the fire pit. Would love to go back next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John F.

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

Our 2nd Stay at Cottage On The Canal

This was our 2nd stay at Cottage On The Canal in a little over a month. Grant is an AWESOME host and his house is very clean, comfortable and well equipped with the necessities. It's a sweet place with a sweet location. It's very accommodating for us to be able to have our dogs. We look forward to staying there in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vicki C., South Beloit

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

Great time on the canal!

This house had everything we needed! Very nice and clean. Great deck, yard and fire pit area. Grant was super easy to work with and very accommodating. We were able to go up the canal on jet skis and get onto Lake Tichigan and also the Fox River. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

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

Great place

The home was so clean and we both loved our stay. The weather cooperated and we were able to spend time on the deck watching ducks and a family of geese coming up and down the canal. My sister and I had a relaxing time. My rescue dog Toby had his first vacation, he enjoyed his stay also. There is everything you need in the home, just bring your personal items and clothes. I will definitely be back. Grant is a great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex W.

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

Home on the channel

Grant was very helpful. The home was great for our group of 6 which including 2 teenagers. We were able to rent out the Tiki boat and had a blast hanging at the various sand bars on Tichigan Lake. The home is clean, air conditioned and has great outdoor spaces. Thank you, Vanessa and Alex
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

R M.

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

Great little place!

This place suited our needs for 3 adults, 1 teenager and our dogs. Although situated next to a bar, it was very peaceful and not at all a noise factor. We loved the deck and fire pit and our kids enjoyed the air hockey table. The only downside was the faint cigarette smell. I am sensitive to the smell and it was strong in the bedroom, and near the windows and doors. I think there was probably a smoker that stayed before me. Also, if your dog is smaller, they might be able to fit through the fence (which my Boston was able to get halfway through). I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Kathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Relaxing getaway

Well kept nice property. Our only complaint would be the furniture was sparse and uncomfortable both upstairs and down (the beds were fine). One couch to sit on in the finished basement and a very uncomfortable pull out love seat upstairs with a couple wicker chairs. Not sufficient for 4-6 adults. Also canoe and kayaks were pushed under the deck (canoe uprigh full of rain water) and kayaks would need to be pulled out and dragged to edge of canal. Having them in a rack would have been nice and the canoe flipped over. We decided to pass rather than deal with all that. Cottage is clean though and deck and fire pit area were very nice. Host also left a bottle of wine which was a nice touch.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori L.

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

Great place to stay!

Cottage on the Canal did not disappoint! Grant was very reachable and made sure we had everything we needed. The house was very clean. There were plenty of activities to do, but just relaxing outside on the deck was wonderful. Grant even left a bottle of wine to greet us when we walked in. Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

colleen g.

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

Review

Pleasant
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill A.

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

Thanksgiving weekend

My wife and stayed with our son and wife along with our grandson. We had plenty of room. Would've liked another shower but all was good. Food next door at the watering hole was excellent too !
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

hotrod58caddy

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

Great little cottage

Property owner was great to deal with, and communication was also very good. The neighborhood was quiet, and there is a nice bar/restaurant directly next door. All amenties were exactly as described.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Helene H.

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

Our Stay

Very comfortable and relaxing stay. My husband and I are both disabled so the stairs were a bit much for me. But Grant allowed us extra time to check out and was very understanding.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Vivian M.

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

Vivian

Grant was an excellent host. Perfect place to relax. Would stay again if we were in the area,
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam H.

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

Lovely weekend in Waterford

My husband, pup, and I enjoyed a long weekend at Grant’s place. It was perfect for the two of us and our dog. It was great to have family visit us and enjoy an outdoor fire. Area was very quiet, Grant was very responsive with questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

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

Excellent place

I've stayed here twice. It's super cute and makes a great family spot or just a little get away
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimber C.

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

Clean, safe area.

Easy access to the property, right on the water. Cottage was clean and safe, the listing was accurate. Grant was an intentive, helpful and a gracious host. Kayaking was just a few steps away. We would definitely go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

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

Wonderful Weekend

The stay at the house on the canal was wonderful. We needed to visit Waterford to see my daughter and was looking for a comfortable place to stay with my family. This house is not large but has ample space inside with three bedrooms. It was spotlessly clean and had everything we needed for a long weekend. The owner was very communicative and kind, making the whole experience smooth and enjoyable. Although the house isn't directly on the lake, the canal provided easy access for kayaking and canoeing, which was a fantastic bonus. We thoroughly enjoyed our time exploring the area and appreciated the convenience of having these watercraft available. Overall, it was a delightful stay, and I would highly recommend this place to anyone visiting the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Grant

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We have been VRBO hosts since 2015 and have another property on this body of water. We have maintained a 4.9+ review rating at that property and will give our guests at Cottage on the Canal the same service and care that we provide at our Elm Island home.

Why they chose this property

This is a brand new listing and remodeling is almost complete and ready for summer of 2022. Being a new property with limited reviews it is not completely booked for the summer like many others and still has availability.

What makes this property unique

Direct Access to Tichigan Lake by kayak, canoe, jet-ski, or small boats without the price of renting directly on Tichigan Lake. Walking distance to the best ice fishing on Tichigan Lake from the property - the ONLY way to icefish Tichigan Lake is access from individual properties. While the house is on the water (the canal) it also has views of Tichigan Lake from the deck and inside the house.

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