EXCLUSIVE LAKEFRONT with beach, beach house, piers, trampoline + sister villa
Villa Finlandia is a lovely Scandinavian style lakefront home and a perfect location for a family vacation. Sitting on top of a small hill, it offers wonderful views of the lake. An acre of manicured lawns, private sandy bottom beach, 2 piers for relaxing and docking boats, a floating raft, huge water trampoline (shared with sister villa next door) and waterside fire pit for guests private use.
This house is ideal for large families who want their own waterfront with a large yard for kids without danger of road between house and lake!
Lounging on the pier, guests can enjoy the fun 'wake boarding show' that goes by. The beach between the two piers is ideal for little ones to play in the water, sandy bottom, shallow and very gradually deepening towards the end of the piers. At the beach, a beach house with living room and extra bedroom/changing room, refrigerator and comfortable lounge area for waterside relaxing.
Large deck by the main house over looking the lake and beautiful views around with dining area. Framed by huge oak trees. Night time star gazing at its best. Beautiful scenery. Tranquility. Covered verandah with more dining space. Both gas and coal grills for outdoor cooking.
Kitchen is newly updated with a fabulous 6ft x 6ft white quartz island and counters, fully equipped and ready for family dinner parties. The open plan living with a new great room , kitchen and dining area offers a perfect place for the whole family to be together. There is plenty of table space for a large group, both inside and out. Large screen TV, Cable and WiFi !
Lower level with a bar, living room with a beautiful billiard table.
The design is clean, fresh and cheerful. Cathedral ceilings. Brand new white washed wooden floors through out for clean low allergen environment. Pretty china and glass cabinet full of wine glasses waiting for the vacation to start....
Villa Finlandia is situated in the middle of the Powers Lake, on Jefferson Island. Couple of minutes walk to the bar/restaurant Annex, where live music and fun evenings take place. On the lake the social scene is busy, there is the wonderful and popular 'rock bar' - a shallow area in the middle of the lake where boats anchor and people mingle and have fun (volley ball and cook outs in the middle of the lake). The 4th of July fireworks on this lake are impressive, the Powers Lake Yacht Club even host a Venetian Carnival - a must see - as pontoon boats get dressed up and parade around the lake competing for a winner! Sailing school for children, regattas, dinner parties, ladies tennis, all part of the Powers Lake Yach Club activities.
Lots of festivals nearby! To mention few: Country Thunder Concert (mins away), Alpine Valley summer concerts and Lake Geneva has events through out summer...
Guests may bring their own boats and dock at Villa Finlandia's pier. Boats can be rented nearby on the lake, they bring the boat to the pier for you. Ask for the info.
Wintertime the area is a wonderful place to enjoy skiing, snowmobiling, cross country skiing, ice fishing, etc. Villa Finlandia has its own hill for sledding, Powers Lake has a busy ice fishing scene and derby, and the nearby lakes offer ice sailing and other fun activities. There are 3 ski hills nearby; Wilmot just 7 minutes drive, Grand Geneva about the same and Alpine Valley little further. Lake Geneva hosts an international ice sculpture festival and Powers Lake has its own ice fishing derby.
Please note that during wintertime, the boathouse is not included. So the 8th bedroom, which is in the boathouse, is not included. The piers and water trampoline are installed as weather permits.
Any extra guests, events, parties, pets, etc, to be discussed with management with an agreement made in writing prior to booking.
NOTE: The professional maintenance crew is following official guidelines and recommendations by the CDC for the cleaning routine, disinfecting properly between bookings. Also offered is a self check-in with a smart lock.
NOTE 2: Guests booking longer than 2 weeks, have a balance payment due 90 days prior to arrival.
NOTE: SISTER VILLA NORDICA - next door ! This is right next door to Villa Finlandia, has its own waterfront, boathouse and piers. The water trampoline is shared by the two properties. The main house has 5 bedrooms, boathouse one. 17 bed spaces in all. These two villas can be rented together for large groups, weddings and special events. Listing on vrbo 9075479. All events must be discussed and approved by property owner, Extra fees may apply.
Note: The piers and water trampoline are installed during early summer weather permitting
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EXCLUSIVE LAKEFRONT with beach, beach house, piers, trampoline + sister villa
Genoa City
EXCLUSIVE LAKEFRONT with beach, beach house, piers, trampoline + sister villa
Street parking is not permitted. All vehicles must be parked in the property's driveway. For events, a maximum of 6 cars is allowed.
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Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: a only with written agreement with owner
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
About the area
Genoa City
Located in Genoa City, this villa is near theme parks and on the beach. Geneva Lake Museum and Spinning Top and Yo-Yo Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Dan Patch Stables and Moose Mountain Falls Waterpark. Travelling with kids? Consider Kenosha County Fairgrounds and Lake Geneva Balloon Company. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Is EXCLUSIVE LAKEFRONT with beach, beach house, piers, trampoline + sister villa pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at EXCLUSIVE LAKEFRONT with beach, beach house, piers, trampoline + sister villa?
As of 3 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at EXCLUSIVE LAKEFRONT with beach, beach house, piers, trampoline + sister villa on 22 April 2026 start from NZ$2,646, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at EXCLUSIVE LAKEFRONT with beach, beach house, piers, trampoline + sister villa?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at EXCLUSIVE LAKEFRONT with beach, beach house, piers, trampoline + sister villa?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at EXCLUSIVE LAKEFRONT with beach, beach house, piers, trampoline + sister villa?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is EXCLUSIVE LAKEFRONT with beach, beach house, piers, trampoline + sister villa located?
Nestled on the beach, this Genoa City villa is within 1 mi (2 km) of Benedict Lake, Bayview Park and Lakeside Park. Powers Lake Park and Mueller Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Stayed at this and sister house with large family. Easy access to the lake. Docks that could accommodate ski boat. The lake was not too busy, even on weekend. Beach is moderately weedy. Rafts were well maintained. A basement bedroom was musty. Overall good spot for a large family/group.
Hello Mary
Thank you for your review and we are so glad you all had a wonderful time. Wishing you a wonderful rest of summer and look forward to seeing you back soon, All the best, Helena
We had a wonderful time here. Everything you needed and so well taken care of. The cleaning crew went above and beyond to return my granddaughters cherished blankey! We will return for sure!
nancy c.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2021
Hello Nancy
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. So many guests send lovely notes via email but here on VRBO for others to read. I am so glad you had a wonderful time. We look forward to your next stay. Have a lovely fall and winter ! all the best, Helena
This property on Powers Lake was the perfect spot for our large family gathering!. Plenty for the grandkids to do, well-furnished kitchen for meals, lots of gathering spaces, a large and shaded deck for relaxing (most of our meals were on the deck). The grandkids would say that the water trampoline was the highlight - it certainly provided hours of entertainment! One of our best vacations ever!
John P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2020
Hello John,
Thank you for taking time to write a review. We are so happy to hear that you had a wonderful time at Villa Finlandia. We wish you a great fall/winter season and hope to have you return for an other vacation on Powers Lake.
We had a wonderful week at Villa Finlandia with family and friends. Our group was ages 7-73, kids, teens, and adults. Everyone had a blast! The house was very large and accommodating for all of our needs. The lake, boating, swimming, trampoline, wave runner, fishing...something for everyone!
Jennifer E.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2021
Hello Jennifer
Thank you for taking time to write a review for Villa Finlandia. So many guests send lovely notes directly via email but not here on VRBO for others to read. I am glad you all had a wonderful time. We wish you a lovely fall and winter and look forward to your next stay. All the best, Helena
We rented both houses. See my extensive review included at the sister house.
The houses are well equipped, clean, and have a beautiful setting on Powers Lake. Especially enjoyed the large patio, with spectacular views of the lake, and plenty of seating.
Check in simple, and Helena was a great host, and very responsive to our few needs.
We would highly recommend eith of these houses!
Thanks Helena
Judy D.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 September 2023
Hello Judy
Thank you for your review. We are so happy that your large group had a wonderful time. All the best, hope you will come back soon.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kristin E.
4 September 2018
Beautiful, spacious home on Powers Lake
This is a really beautiful home on Powers Lake. Extremely clean and really appreciated that the fridge/freezer were completely cleaned out prior to our arrival (not a fan of leftover food/condiments from previous renters). The house is nice and open with huge windows, really liked that there were 5 bedrooms on the main floor which made it easy for the older generation of our family. The kids loved the trampoline and the pier to fish off of. Definitely recommend this place and the owners were very quick to response.
Kristin E.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2020
Thank you for your kind review. I am glad everyone enjoyed their stay, from the older generation down to the kids ! We do try to pay attention to all details so that a vacation at our house is as comfortable as possible. We hope that your family will return in the future. All the best, Helena and the Huvila Finlandia crew.
We stayed at Helena’s property with a big group and loved every second of it. The location is perfect, with super easy access to the water, great local attractions and restaurants, and in a wonderful community. The house was fully equipped for our stay, with plenty of space for our 18 guests and beautifully decorated and furnished. In addition, Helena’s communication and helpfulness was top-notch, and really made our stay as easy as possible from check in to check out. We really couldn’t have asked for more for our stay. I cannot recommend this property or Helena as a host any more strongly. We will be back soon!
Olivia W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 9 September 2020
Hello Olivia and group, Thank you very much for taking time to write a review for us. We are so delighted that you had a great time at Villa Finlandia and Powers Lake. We appreciate your comments. Looking forward to your next visit, meanwhile wishing you all a wonderful winter. Stay safe and healthy !
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dahlia F.
14 June 2018
Amazing home
Amazing home. I have to admit when I first drove up to this home I thought to myself this cannot be the same places in the pictures. But I can assure you it is as soon as I walked in the door I was greeted with a massive home that is absolutely beautiful looking out onto the lake. We were there for a staff outing and my entire staff sorely enjoyed the home, the trampoline in the lake, and the view. I could not be happier with the accommodations and it was absolutely perfect. Honestly I did not want to leave. Everything was what it was advertised to be.
Dahlia F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2020
Thank you for your kind review. We are so happy that everyone had a great time! We hope that you will return soon again. All the best, Helena and the Huvila Finlandia crew.
Verified
6/10 Okay
Lori W.
20 September 2022
Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Bring your own house too
Working with the property manager was a challenge before arriving. Finally got the arrival info with a lot of extra rules. You will need to bring your own beach towels, wash clothes, and face towels. Never have heard of a property not offering wash clothes and face towels. (They only provide bath towels for you in the house.) Also you will need to bring your own propane for the barbecue grill. Other than that the house was average.
Lori W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 October 2022
Hello Lori
While it is always good to receive reviews, seems that most people do not take time to write them when they are happy. It is unfortunate that you choose to write a less than happy review after the manager took time to assist you with your computer work. Also, as explained, due to the pandemic procedures, face clothes were not provided during last year. You did request them and the housekeeper purchased new ones and brought them to you the first day. Beach towels are not provided as people take them off the property and loose them. Propane is provided. The rules are regular vacation rental rules, nothing out of ordinary. It is a shame that you did not enjoy this beautiful property as others do. We take pride in always updating and providing a wonderful vacation property to or guests.
Plenty of room! Kitchen accessories could use a bit of an upgrade ( baking pans were over used) sharp knives need holder not just thrown in drawers. Dangerous very sharp just laying in large drawers. No soaps or detergents, toliet paper in bathrooms provided. Be sure to shop ahead of your visit. Found the property to be visually nice but water access was a workout. Lots of stairs with a steep grade to lake. Must be able to climb!
All in all, it was a good week for us and house was comfortable. Bring beach towels! Maintenance crew was very pleasant and prompt with issues that needed attention. Suggestion, might want to get a trash compactor! Garbage is a real problem. Enjoyed our week!
Vic C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 September 2023
Hello Vic
Thank you for taking time to write a review. We are happy to hear that your family enjoyed the property. The issues you mention here come as a surprise. I wish you had mentioned these to the maintenance crew or me. We do supply hand soap and toilet paper in each bathroom. Sorry to hear you struggled with the hill. The listing pictures do show the hillside and stairs to the beach. The new garbage collection company failed to provide enough cans this summer. This issue is being addressed at the local township level. Wishing you all the best.
Verified
6/10 Okay
Victoria G.
7 August 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Family vacation Summer of 2023
The lawn areas down by the water and around the house need attention.
As far as the sandy beach it consisted of one step leading to the water. NO actual sandy beach for children to play on, I have pictures to prove it.
Rocking chairs are in desperate need of painting. Every time you sat in one you were picking off paint chips.
The fireplace in the eating area had burned wood in it and had a horrible odor.
We had nine adults and 3 children and upon our arrival the ONE garbage can was 3/4 full. We arrived Friday and the garbage pickup wasn't until Monday. Our house rules stated if you produce huge amounts of garbage take the extra garbage home with you, REALLY!. The owner needs to have garbage pick up more than once a week for that amount of guests.
It also lists the boat house as sleeping accommodations but has no bathroom!
Not worth the money.
Victoria G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 September 2023
Hello Victoria.
It is a shame that you did not review the numerous photographs on this listing. They show grass right down to the water's edge. There is no sandy beach shown. Likewise the boathouse never mentioned a bathroom and actually it is not permitted to have bathrooms so close to the lake. Regarding the lawn, the good weather sometimes dries up the lawn. During your stay the weather was extremely hot and dry. The area is transitioning to a new refuge company and unfortunately they did not provide multiple garbage cans this summer. This issue is being addressed. Had you contacted us during your stay, all issues would have been dealt with.
Verified
6/10 Okay
Marc S.
19 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful lake but house needs simple maintenance tasks performed e.g. Gas bar b q unusable.
The mattresses on most beds need replacing. The garbage situation is woefully inadequate for this many people. The lower floor bedroom has a severe mildew smell, as well as a mildew/mold stain on the ceiling. The lower level bath has no toilet seat cover, Most doors squeak and many don't close completely. Several door handles are loose. Also, the crisper drawer in the fridge was badly cracked and unusable. Whoever is supposed to manage this for the owner is NOT doing his job. When he finally called back he said he had just gotten off a plane. Someone should be at the property for check in and available to answer questions. The owner always returned emails but no one seemed to be available to solve problems. We had a great time largely because of the neighbors fireworks competitions and the ambiance of the lake.
Marc S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 August 2022
Hello Marc
Thank you for your review. Always appreciate them. But your comments come as a surprise since you did not mention these complaints during your stay. We communicated and your concern about garbage was fixed immediately. I hired the landscaper to come and remove all garbage which he did. The garbage was an issue as I told you, due to previous guests producing way too much garbage. There are 8 large cans, the maximum that anyone is allowed to have. I had just purchased a brand new bbq and you had two others. The head housekeeper did visit you and showed you the reason there may be condensation in the lower level is because you had turned off the a/c and the dehumidifier. You assured her everything was great and she did not need to come back. We take pride in guest's comfort and have a great team nearby to attend to any issue immediately. If you had communicated any of these issues, they would have been dealt with. Writing these here is too late unfortunately. The house is newly renovated and should not really have such issues, but of course anything can happen, just need to communicate promptly. I am sorry you did not enjoy yourself. Wishing you a good rest of summer.
This property is hands down the best vacation rental there is in Wisconsin !! The house is always super clean, all appliances work well, the rooms are spacious, the decor is nice and welcoming, and it has the most incredible outdoor patio/backyard/dock area.
My family comes up to Powers Lake at least once a summer and we book for as long as we possibly can (multiple weeks at a time). The owner knows everyone around the lake and can get you great recommendations on rental boats, restaurants, etc. The outdoor area has plenty of room for kids to enjoy games, barbecuing, and of course - the beautiful lake! We spend hours on the dock in comfy chairs hanging out with friends and family. The house also has a fun water trampoline that the kids love. There is also a boathouse to use that has additional rooms, couches, and a fridge to keep beverages and food cold. The house is located on the bay of Powers Lake, so it is very tranquil for swimming and canoeing. The fishing off the dock is also very fun if that’s something of interest. One of my favorite things is the amount of outdoor seating that the owner has. There’s 3-4 areas for guests outside to spend time, making this a perfect location for big groups and for extra family/friends to come visit.
The inside of the home is huge with a beautiful, newly renovated kitchen. We cook a lot of meals here so this is really perfect for those looking to cook at home. The beds are all very comfortable and bathrooms are clean. The basement has yet another huge area of couches for hanging out - and a pool table for guests to play and have fun!
Our latest stay was a quick NYE 4 day vacation. The owner was super easy to get into contact with and she has everything ready for us when we arrived. Also, if we ever needed anything additional (towels, service, etc), she has staff nearby that can come within the hour to take care of everything. Based on how much we love it during the summer time, we figured this house would be perfect for a winter getaway with a built in sledding hill and close proximity to skiing - and we were right!
I’ve stayed all over Wisconsin, and this is really my favorite vacation rental I’ve experienced over my 20 years of going up there.
Thank you so much for all of our amazing stays, and we look forward to many more!
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 January 2023
Hello Tim,
Thank you kindly for writing such a long and detailed review for us. It is such a pleasure having your family at our villa, you are a great group of people. I am so glad you found us and appreciate all that we do to make the place really a home away from home. We wish you a Happy New Year and look forward to your next vacation at Villa Finlandia
Once again an absolutely fantastic time was had by all. This is not the first time we stayed at one of these sister villas and it definitely won’t be the last. This time was fall time so we didn’t do all the water based activities we’d normally do in the summertime. However, that didn’t diminish the stay. The house is so well appointed with all the amenities from kitchenware, serving platters etc… to easily put on a big spread for all. The downstairs “billiards” room/bar area was a favorite hang out for all ages. We had lots of choices to either hang out in large groups or break off into smaller groups throughout the property. The covered veranda was a favorite spot of mine in the evenings and to have dinner on.
Everything about our stay went very smoothly from initial booking to check out. We look forward to future trips there. Some of our group drove up from Chicagoland and some flew in to O’Hare, either way it was such a quick short drive but felt like we were so far away from all the hustle& bustle!
Anne B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 January 2023
Hello Anne,
Thank you kindly for taking time to write a review for Villa Finlandia. It is always such a pleasure to have lovely people like yourselves stay at our villas. I am so glad you and your family enjoy Powers Lake and your properties and keep coming back. Yes, it is lovely during all seasons. I wish you a Happy New Year and look forward to your return soon.
Our family of 16 has been vacationing together in the summer for years, including a number of visits to Wisc. This was one of the best places we’ve visited. Lots of indoor and outdoor gathering places, comfortable sleeping arrangements, a nice dock to swim from and a really clean and quiet lake.
Mike L.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 August 2021
Hello Mike, Thank you kindly for taking time to write a review. We are so glad that you had a wonderful time. We wish you a wonderful rest of summer and hope to see you back soon. All the best, Helena
Our family had a fantastic time and our accommodations were excellent. Many thanks for our end of summer family get together!!!!
Richard B.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2021
Hello RIchard
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We are so glad you had a wonderful time. All the best to you and hope to see you back sometime soon ! Best regards, Helena
Overall it was an ideal property for our 15 person group, including 7 children under 4 years old. The house is spacious and well maintained. The lake and its options were perfect. Joel, the property caretaker, was attentive and helpful when minor problems (thermostat battery replacement and dehumidifier needs) arose.
I have two suggestions. A new humidifier should be purchased and operate full time. The one Joel provided leaked and required water to be mopped up frequently. The lower level needs one due to the mustiness. Also, in consideration of the size of the property (sleeps 21) the high rental cost, the trash disposal situation should be addressed. Trash should be picked up twice a week, not once. This may require extra cost but encountering almost full trash and recycling cans upon check-in starts one off on the wrong foot. It's a big, expensive rental and should be maintained accordingly.
Pete N.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 9 September 2020
Hello Pete! Thank you very much for taking time to write a review. We are so glad you had a wonderful time on Powers Lake and at Villa Finlandia. Indeed due to hot humid days, we keep a humidifier in the lower level. We are sorry that the one that was there was having issues. We are going to have the heating and a/c company come and add onto the central a/c, an improved dehumidifying element this fall. As far as the garbage pick up goes, it is a challenge as this is country side and they will not offer customized pick ups, not even more more money. We have paid for extra cans to facilitate to flow. But unfortunately some guests produce way too much garbage filling up the cans. We are looking into private garbage pick up options, so that when there is overflow, we can call for special pick up. Thank you for your input on this, we appreciate it. Have a great winter and we look forward to your return next summer !
We held a large family reunion at the property over Thanksgiving, and had a wonderful time. The house is quite large, with ample dining seating for a large group of people. The kitchen was well stocked with pans, plates, silverware, etc. to accommodate many people. We were there in November so we didn't take advantage of the large yard or lake amenities, but I can imagine in warmer months it would be an awesome place to stay!
Bradd B.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2020
Thank you very much for taking time to write a review. We are very glad that you had a great time at Villa Finlandia during your Thanksgiving holiday. Please do return during summer, as the place takes on a totally different feel, the summer at Powers Lake is truly magical! Happy New Year !!!
Great stay overall and would definitely stay again.
Huge house and plenty of space for a big group of people. We didn’t have too many people but it was nice to have a pool table downstairs and enough room for people to spread out and relax. One item that wasn’t so bothersome but we noticed was the musty smell in parts of the home especially the basement. Obviously it’s a lake house so not a big deal.
Konrad D.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2020
Hello Konrad
Thank you for taking time to write a review. We are very happy to hear that you had a wonderful time at Villa Finlandia. I am sorry about the musty air in the lower level. It is always a good idea to open windows on the lower level to have fresh air come in, especially since there are so many windows all around and even with a lake view. We wish you a wonderful fall/winter and look forward to your return !
We had 19 family members for our family vacation of various ages and there was something for everyone. The house was roomy, beds were clean and cozy, lots of outside seating, and the pool table and water trampoline were a big hit. We also rented paddle boards and a pontoon boat so there were plenty of things to do. I think a second frig would come in handy but we made do with ice and coolers and the gas grill needs to be replaced. There is a charcoal grill to use instead.
Lori T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2020
Hello Lori,
Thank you for taking time to write a review. I am glad that you and your group had a wonderful time. I wonder if you noticed that there were 3 extra fridges there, two in the bar in the lower level and one in the boathouse. These are good for drinks so that the fridge can be freed up for food items. Also there is a new gas grill ready to use in storage, had you contacted me right away, I would have had it switched for you. But indeed there is a choice of grills and I am glad you found the charcoal grill. Wishing you a wonderful rest of summer and hope to see you next summer again !
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mari K.
12 September 2018
Our family had the most amazing time!
Huvila Findlandia was perfect for our special birthday family celebration !!! It was everything we could ask for. The photos are accurate - and there was amazing communication with the owner. The house was immaculate and a stunning lake home. We would recommend this property- it checked off so many boxes for us! The water trampoline was the biggest hit with the kids! The fire pit was a nighttime gathering place for stories and s’mores - we used Toppels for firewood - Dan could not have been nicer! So reasonable! The Annex is close and great! We barbequed mostly but did order pizza our first night from Mama Cimino’s in Lake Geneva. We went to Haps Apple Orchard, biked at Kettle Moraine, and our runners loved this spot as well. We found pastries at Bodi’s Bakery in Twin Lakes. We spent a lot of time outside but there was enough room for us all to watch the Bears-Packer game in the living room! Stores are nearby but we
brought everything from home to get the most out of our lake time!!!
We hope to come back again!
Mari K.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2020
Thank you very much for your kind review. We are very glad that everyone had a great time. We look forward to your return soon !!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
don p.
11 September 2018
A wonderful Powers Lake beach house!
Our family of 15 had a great time during our week's stay at this lovely Powers Lake Beach house. The 8 bedrooms were perfect for our group of 4 couples and 7 children and the multiple gathering rooms gave everyone space to be with their best friends. Having a boat dock where we could park our large pontoon boat worked perfectly so all we had to do to tour the lake was to hop in and turn the keys. The water trampoline was a treat for the kids and all of enjoyed grilling on the deck and cooking smores on the firepit. Also, we had plenty of plates and tableware so that we were able to have all of our meals there without the disruption of getting in our 4 cars and driving to a restaurant. It was a bonus having a washer and dryer. I especially enjoyed cycling around the lake every day and swimming across the cove in the morning when no motor boats were allowed. I highly recommend this place and hope to return there next year! Don Pearce
don p.
Verified
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
7 September 2018
Beautiful home on nice lake BUT no air conditioning for entire hot stay
The home was beautiful and spacious with plenty of seating for our large extended family. Unfortunately the air conditioner for the main part of the house including the kitchen was not working at all. The rooms quickly heated up, especially when we were making meals and it was difficult for a little ones to even nap in the afternoon because of the heat. No attempts were made during the week of our stay to repair the air conditioner. I would’ve expected to be offered compensation for not having the promised air-conditioning, but we heard nothing from the owner. On a less serious concern but still gross… The refrigerator ice chute spit out black mold/mildew with the ice into our drinking glasses. A cleaning crew came by but decided not to clean it while we were there. Strange! Also please note that while there are sleeping quarters in the boathouse there is no toilet.
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2020
First, I’d like to apologize sincerely that your experience was less than stellar. However, I want to address some of the concerns in your response that don’t seem to correlate with my records or memory of your stay. 1) Regarding the air conditioning, it is surprising and confusing that you don’t recall our frequent conversations and the efforts I made to make your stay more comfortable. There are 2 separate central a/c units in the main house. One of them had malfunction. While waiting for the repair appointment, I instructed the maintenance crew to purchase free standing a/c units and extra fans, in addition to all the ceiling fans. They went to the house to check on the situation several times during your stay and even explained that the other unit had not been turned on by your party. You also chose not use the freestanding units or the fans and kept windows closed. You had told them that all was fine. 2) Upon your arrival and report of an issue with the refrigerator ice chute, I scheduled a cleaning. In the meantime, the maintenance crew, as instructed by me, offered to bring you bags of ice from the store, to which your party declined. 3) The amenities on this property are listed very clearly on the website, indicating that the boathouse does not have a toilet. It is illegal to have toilets right on the lake. We are proud of our beautiful home and take the cleanliness and maintenance very seriously. Things can break anytime, so we have professionals on call to remedy issues promptly upon any report from guests. I thank you for taking the time to write your review and hope that should your family decide to spend time at our home again, that we can provide a better experience.