Paddler’s Paradise is the perfect location for a relaxing vacation or quick getaway in Central Wisconsin. It is a retreat into the tranquility of the Northwoods without the long drive. Set on a scenic yet quaint McGinnis Lake that has amazing sunsets from the deck or the pier. The lake is electric motor only, creating a calm and peaceful environment.
THE SPACE Cabin Details: The cabin was updated with renovations in the fall of 2022. It features 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and sleeps 12 comfortably.
Master Bedroom – Main floor, King Bed, Dresser, TV with Roku, ceiling fan, Walk-in-Closet, en-suite with jetted tub, stand up shower, double vanity Second Bedroom – Main Floor, 1 Double Bed and 2 single beds, dresser and closet Third Bedroom – Lower Level, 1 Queen Bed, TV with Roku, dresser and closet Fourth Bedroom – Lower Level, 2 Queen Beds, dresser and closet
The main level is an open concept style, boasting vaulted ceilings with a gas fireplace and a stunning view of the lake. The kitchen features new stainless steel appliances and a dining room with a large kitchen table. There is a fully stocked kitchen with dishes, glasses, pots and pans so you can create a tasty meal. Also, there is a dishwasher, microwave, full size toaster, air fryer, coffee maker and full-size refrigerator. The living room has plenty of seating with and L shaped reclining furniture, a leather recliner and a 65 inch Smart TV. The main level has another bathroom with tub and a mudroom with a washer and dryer.
Off the main level, there is plenty of space to enjoy the outdoors. There is a wrap-around deck with an outdoor dining table, Weber gas grill and a screened in porch. Be sure to sit on one of the many rocking chairs to take in the lake views and beautiful sunsets over the lake.
The lower level features a large bar with mini-fridge, family room and many board games. There is an “Arcade1Up” arcade system featuring 516 old school video games including some of your favorites such as Mrs. Pacman, Donkey Kong, Frogger, and Dig Dug. Kids of all ages will enjoy hours of fun on this system. In addition, there is a Golden Tee Golf Arcade machine that features some of the classic golf courses for hours of fun. The electric fireplace and 70 inch TV make this another great place to hang out and watch the big game or your favorite movie. There is a walk-out exit into another screened in porch that leads to the fire pit surrounded by chairs, a flat back yard for yard games and a large pier for all your fishing needs. Enjoy the 6-person hot tub that is partially enclosed and fully screened in. Perfect for a relaxing soak after a long day.
Want more fun things to do??? The garage has been converted into a game room. It has a ping pong table, foosball table, air hockey table, axe throwing and a dart board. PLEASE NOTE THE GARAGE GAMEROOM WILL ONLY BE AVAILABLE FROM EARLY APRIL UNTIL EARLY NOVEMBER.
THE LOCATION
The property is located in beautiful Adams County. Devils Lake State Park, John Muir Park, Roche-A-Cri State Park, Cascade Mountain, snowmobile trails, hiking, boating, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, hunting and ice fishing...just to name a few of the opportunities available in our beautiful and nature-filled area of Central Wisconsin. The cabin is a short 30 minute drive to the Dells and is located just 3.5 hours from Minneapolis, 3 hours from Chicago, 2 hours from Milwaukee and only 1 hour from Madison!
Woodside (Dells) Sports Complex and Woodside (Mauston) Sports Complex are both 25 minutes away. This is a perfect place to stay for youth competitions and sports events. Why pay for a hotel when you can have all of these amenities?
THINGS TO DO
McGinnis Lake Fishing(traditional + ice) – Pan Fish, Crappies, Bass and Northern Pike Swimming + floating Kayaking/Canoeing Paddle Boarding
Bar/Restaurant 3 minutes to Van’s Red Neck Saloon 10 minutes to Wooden Nickel Bar and Grill 11 minutes to Lakeshore Bar and Grill 11 minutes to KD’s Pub and Grill
World Class Golf Options 45 minutes to Sand Valley 45 minutes to Lake Arrowhead 35 minutes to Northern Bay 20 minutes to Coldwater Canyon 30 minutes to Wild Rock 30 minutes to Trappers Turn 1 hour to SentryWorld
Tubing 20 minutes down Highway 82 will take you to River Tubing. It is a great way to spend an afternoon floating down the Wisconsin River.
Winery 20 minutes to Fawn Creek Winery 20 minutes to Prairie Hawk Winery
Waterparks The “Water Park Capitol of the World” Wisconsin Dells is only 30 minutes away.
ATV Routes and Snowmobile Trails Just down the road.
Hiking and Hunting Tons of hiking areas and thousands of acres of public hunting areas within 20 miles.
GOOD TO KNOW
This is a quiet neighborhood with some permanent residents, rental properties, and second homes. It is a 10 minute drive to Oxford where you will find gas, convenience items, and restaurants. Westfield is about 15 minutes away and has restaurants, a grocery store and other shops.
Guests have sole use of the entire property during their stay. The owner has a locked shed and 2 locked closets that guests do not have access to.
We give the guests the space they need to enjoy an unencumbered vacation, but we are a phone call away if there is an emergency.
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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 and a first aid kit
About the area
Oxford
Located in Oxford, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Summerton Bog Nature Preserve and Lemonweir Bottomland Hardwood Forest State Natural Area. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as canoeing and other activities like golfing.
Is Paddler`s Paradise at Lake McGinnis pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Paddler`s Paradise at Lake McGinnis?
As of 9 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Paddler`s Paradise at Lake McGinnis on 25 May 2026 start from NZ$688, 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 Paddler`s Paradise at Lake McGinnis?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Paddler`s Paradise at Lake McGinnis?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Paddler`s Paradise at Lake McGinnis?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Paddler`s Paradise at Lake McGinnis located?
Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Goose Lake, Fenner Lake, and Emrick Lake. Deep Lake and Parker Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We have enjoyed Paddler's Paradise for the past 3 years. Each year it gets better with new amenities or upgrades. Great family spot to relax and recharge. Expect us back again in 2026!!!
This property was the perfect getaway for a girls trip! We enjoyed so many of the amenities including the game room, the canoe, and paddle boards. The rooms were a perfect place to rest our heads at night with comfortable beds. The kitchen was everything we needed for making all our meals there! We appreciated the great water pressure in all of the bathrooms for rinsing off after our days on the lake! Overall the whole stay was relaxing and felt like home away from home, we can’t thank Christopher enough for being such an amazing host.
Hannah K.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Karen G.
21 June 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice house
Nice house! The outside porches needed cleaning. It was so dirty we didn’t even go outside to sit. The inside was exceptionally clean and nice!
Our stay was absolutes top notch. We had a group of 11 people ages ranging from 2-69. The house was beautiful and very clean. They supplied everything we needed aside from the normal things you would bring on a trip (toiletries, food, etc). The kids absolutely loved the game room. The lake was peaceful and perfect for swimming, fishing and kayaking. We also enjoyed the hot tub and appreciated that it was screened in so we didn’t need to worry about mosquitoes. We will definitely be looking to return for future vacations!
Stayed here for my wife’s 40th birthday. 8 adults in the house with more than enough space to spread out and relax. The water was chilly but expected early May, still a nice lake to kayak. The updated kitchen appliances were amazing. Except for an excursion to a winery and hiking we spent and enjoyed our time at the house. Between the lake, game room, jacuzzi and spacious lounge areas we didn’t need to go anywhere.
This is our second time staying at this property. The new owners/management made some very nice improvements this past year upgrading the deck area and adding a lower patio area with table and chairs and some outdoor “party” lights. Also some kitchen upgrades. All very nice. The house was very clean and had everything we needed. The canoe, paddle boards and kayaks provided for use were greatly enjoyed. And the biggest bass caught was right off of the dock! Not great for swimming but lots of fishing fun for kids from the dock. It is a great property for a family vacation with a game room for added fun. There were a few minor things that needed repair which we reported and the owner was responsive. The pictures perfectly represent the property. Highly recommend this property for a family fun vacation.
Property was as stated in advertisment. Plenty of room for everyone and nice additions to enjoy in the evenings when we returned from activities. That is the pros. The con was the cleanliness of the floors. They were sticky and dirty, we mopped them ourself as my wife's white socks were black after she walked around for an hour or so. Not a major problem, but something that should have been addrerssed. Even with the con, we were very happy with our stay.
Paul P.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 October 2024
Thanks for the review. I am happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay.
I do apologize for the floors. We had a new cleaner(that is no longer our cleaner) us the wrong cleaning solution on the floor causing them to be sticky. I would have been happy to send someone out there to reclean the floors if I would have known about the issue.
We hope you stay with us again soon!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Emilee B.
28 September 2025
Liked: Location
Emilee B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
About the host
Hosted by Chris Williamson
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