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5 Stars! Summer dates still available!

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Large fenced in yard! Park in front of cottage.
Patio time! Gas grill.
Large fenced in yard for your enjoyment.
Screen porch with daybed and 2 chairs. Awnings are easy to put up.
Coffee on the porch is the best in the morning.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 446.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Markesan, WI
  • Green Lake
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Golf Courses of Lawsonia
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Thrasher Opera House
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Fond du Lac, WI (FLD-Fond du Lac County)
    ‪69 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

5 Stars! Summer dates still available!

Experience the beauty of Green Lake in this completely remodeled cottage! The Minnow is a 500 sq ft one-bedroom cottage that has been updated in 2022 and is waiting for you in 2025. Have the entire place to yourself!
Nestled in a Green Lake community, this cottage is just one row off the lake and offers all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay. Step inside to find a cozy and modern interior, complete with a brand-new beds, appliances, couch and more. Enjoy a morning cup of coffee on the screened-in porch or take in the fresh air on the new patio with table, chairs, fire pit, and gas grill.

We have a fenced-in yard, perfect for keeping kids and pets safe. The cottage is equipped with central air for hot days and a new furnace for cool nights, ensuring a comfortable stay no matter the weather.
Take a 5-minute walk to the beach or Reilly's Irish Pub, or launch your boat at the public landing 3 minutes away. Plus, parking is plentiful for anyone towing a boat at the cottage. The Green Lake Conference Center is only 15 minutes away, and the charming town of Princeton, home to the world-famous flea market every Saturday May-Oct is only 10 minutes away.
Everything in the cottage has been carefully selected to make your experience on Green Lake unforgettable. Don't miss out on this opportunity to create lasting memories in this remodeled and super cozy get away.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
No crib.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Dog fee is $50 at the time of booking. See Rule #1
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
You must add your dog during booking and pay the fee upfront. Failure to do so will result in a $150 fee per our cleaning company.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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

Markesan

Located in Markesan, this cottage is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wick Nature Preserve and Tuleta Hill Prairie Conservancy, while Thrasher Opera House and Little White School House are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Markesan, WI

What's nearby

  • Green Lake - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Friendship Beach - 15 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Golf Courses of Lawsonia - 15 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Green Lake Town Square - 20 min drive - 22.1 km
  • Thrasher Opera House - 20 min drive - 21.4 km

Getting around

  • Fond du Lac, WI (FLD-Fond du Lac County) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ice Bowl - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Lakeview - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Norton's of Green Lake - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Center House - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 5 Stars! Summer dates still available! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at 5 Stars! Summer dates still available!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5 Stars! Summer dates still available!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 5 Stars! Summer dates still available! located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Green Lake and Dodge Memorial County Park. Wick Nature Preserve and Spring Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another fabulous week at the Minnow! Thank you again Kate for all your little added things that we all forget! Had a great time fishing and relaxing! See you again soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Minnow is a sweet space, small but completely doable for our family of three (and our Bernedoodle)! Lots of charm and great amenities. The neighborhood is quiet, neighbors are very friendly. Yard is perfect for evenings by the fire, especially if you bring your furry friend (it’s fenced in!) The lake is beautiful and there is lots of nearby food and shopping. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

curt g.

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

Perfect relaxing weekend

Was perfect cottage for best situation. I actually packed too much! This cozy cabin had everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie M.

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

Adorable cottage, great location!

We truly enjoyed our stay at the Minnow for our girls getaway. The property was in a great location, extremely clean, the amenities were great and we can’t wait to go back! I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot! The lake is a few steps away. The yard is big with space for yard games. The patio has plenty of space. Grill is in really good condition. I didn’t use the stove at all! The host is extremely responsive and helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse H.

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

Enjoyed our stay

I can’t complain. The location was great. It was set up for everything we needed. I would recommend this place. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine A.

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

Cutest cottage near Green Lake!

Had a fabulous time! Cottage was equipped with everything! Fabulous location!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith L.

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

Difficult to find at night.

Place was small yet cozy and clean. We didn't stay much as we were fishing all day.Loved the little extras, like travel size sundries provided as there is little shopping nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place, perfect for my husband and I. They had some little extras left out for us, water in the refrigerator. We had a very nice relaxing long weekend, nice quiet area. Hosts were very easy to communicate with.We will be returning next year
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

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

Charming Cottage

We loved everything about our stay! The cottage was clean, comfortable, and welcoming. The host was very helpful. We appreciated all the extra touches that made the stay fun and relaxing. The neighborhood was great, and we felt right at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lori T.

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

The Minnow

Despite 3 days of rain for our 3 day VRBO getaway, the Minnow stayed afloat! Our dog loved it just as much as we did since she had the entire fenced in yard to herself! All the amenities listed were available and the cozy cottage was quite comfortable. It was a great pick!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom D.

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

The Minnow

Very cozy cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine A.

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

Cutest cottage!

We had the best time and this tiny cottage was perfect for us!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Curtis B.

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

Birthday weekend

Perfect spot/size for the two of us. Had everything we needed! Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

PHILLIP K.

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

Great weekend getaway!

Cabin had everything we needed for a great weekend! Would stay here again if we're in Green Lake area - highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben W.

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

Great Place in Green Lake

Great, clean and cozy near everything in Green Lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

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

Great little spot

Great place, neighborhood, and host. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daun R.

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

August 8, 2024

Nice neighborhood to walk around. Perfect homebase for our weekend adventures.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

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

Great Stay

Perfect location with an abundance of silence!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henry T.

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

Cozy cottage

Our dog loved the fenced-in yard.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry B.

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

Great stay

It was a first time there and we loved it all. The attention to detail and little things that were thought of makes it a wonderful place to stay. Wished we had stayed longer but plan to come back year after year. Just a remarkable place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas D.

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

Wow is all I can say

It was a wonderful and very pleasant cottage with all the amenities of home and then some. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben W., Wauwatosa WI

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

Clean and Cozy Cabin

Clean and cozy cabin with everything you need for a good time in green lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

matt h.

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

Stayed for a short weekend and it was wonderful

We previously had a cabin down the road and were extremely excited to stay close to such a familiar area. The cabin is walking distance to the water and Rileys bar which is why we picked this listing. Great place, thank you for everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Kate

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Welcome to our cozy Green Lake cottage! My name is Kate, and my husband is John (just to clarify, it's Kate and John, not John and Kate - my husband is always worried someone will think we have a plus 8!). We are thrilled to offer you a comfortable and inviting place to stay in this beautiful area.

We are both professionals and have always loved the Green Lake community. In the spring of 2022, we decided to purchase this charming cottage and give it a complete makeover. You'll find before and after photos on display in the cottage, and we think you'll be amazed at the transformation.

As travelers ourselves, we understand the importance of having a private and comfortable space to call your own. That's why we've made sure to include all the little luxuries that make a rental truly special - a Keurig for your morning coffee, high-quality linens, fast internet, vintage dishes, brand-new appliances, Alexa, and comfortable furniture. And, of course, there's a great patio where you can enjoy a glass of wine at the end of the day.

We also have a special place in our hearts for dogs. That's why we've created a fenced-in yard that's almost 1/2 an acre for your furry friend to enjoy. Our own dog, Mavis, is a constant source of joy and inspiration for us, and we know that other dogs are just as awesome.

We can't wait for you to come and experience our cottage for yourself. We're confident you'll love it as much as we do.

Why they chose this property


A few more things about why we love the area. Just 200 feet from the cottage, you'll find the crystal clear waters of the lake, where you can enjoy four different areas designated for our neighbors to use. Our personal favorite is the sandy beach, just a 5-minute walk away - and don't forget to bring a float or ask to borrow one of ours!

The neighborhood is friendly and picturesque, and we love taking morning walks past some of the most beautiful houses on the lake. Though we may be biased, we think our cottage is the cutest of them all. And if you're looking for a great place to grab a drink or a bite to eat, you're in luck. A short walk away is Reiley’s Irish pub with the best Reuben rolls, and just a 10-minute drive away is Norton's Supper Club, a true treat. But that's not all - the cute town of Princeton is just a short drive away, and it's our favorite. Renard's European Bakery will make you feel like you've died and gone to heaven, and the hip and cool Horseradish is the place to get the best sandwiches and craft cocktails.

But if you just want to stay and relax at the Minnow, we don't blame you. With Christiano's pizza available for delivery and the occasional ice cream truck showing up on the lake, there's no need to leave. We can't wait for you to come and experience all the amazing amenities that surround us. Book your stay at the Minnow today!

What makes this property unique

We have bikes and floats for those who would like to use them. Please just ask!
Our neighbors sell firewood down the road for the fire pit!
Green Lake has a boat tour and boat rentals. Please visit the Green Lake visitor page for more info. Book early as reservations do fill up quickly!

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