10/10 Excellent
Thomas J.
14 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shadow Lake home
Thomas J.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Entire home
Shadow Lake Retreat House ~ Waterfront ~ Includes kayaks, paddle boards, bikes..
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 20
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Waupaca, WI
- ThedaCare Medical Center-Waupaca8 min walk
- Waupaca Woods Shopping Mall4 min drive
- Crystal River11 min drive
- Appleton, WI (ATW-Appleton Intl.)49 min drive
Rooms & beds
6 bedrooms (sleeps 20)
Bedroom
2 Single Beds
Bedroom
+1
1 Double Bed and 4 Single Beds
Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
Common Room
1 Double Sofa Bed
Master
1 King Bed
Sitting Room
1 Double Sofa Bed
3 bathrooms
Lower Level Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Main Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Master Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Shadow Lake Retreat House ~ Waterfront ~ Includes kayaks, paddle boards, bikes..
Enjoy Bethany’s Retreat House for a relaxing vacation on the shores of beautiful Shadow Lake, in Waupaca, WI. Whether you are here for a fun vacation, to refresh your spirit or on a business trip, our lake side lodge is the perfect home away from home.
Our lodge retreat is located right on the lake and is fully furnished with plenty of space and amenities for everyone. There are plenty of activities on-site and within a short distance of the Retreat House. Conveniently close to downtown Waupaca but has the camping experience you need to getaway.
There are three large common rooms throughout the house that have available seating for your whole group with a great view of Shadow Lake seen clearly through large windows.
Outdoor seating and chairs are also at the Retreat House for you to use throughout your stay; with options to relax in the sun or the shade. Go out on the lake with your favorite watercraft to soak up the sun.
Enjoy the pool table, dartboard, movies and other indoor games on a rainy day. Make dinner on the grill, over a fire, use the kitchen or even walk over to one of Bethany’s restaurants to pick up some food. Downtown also has a variety of unique dining choices for you to try out. The Retreat House has everything you’ll need to truly unwind.
Bethany’s Retreat House is located right on Shadow Lake, which is a prime location to see Waupaca’s annual 4th of July fireworks.
The house is close to a city park which has a playground, picnic area, two shelters, bath house, fishing pier, boat launch, and museum. The sandy swimming beach has a raft, slide and diving board. Lifeguards are on duty Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Close to the Retreat House is Bethany’s Crystal River Walking Trail with rest stops and boardwalks that extend to oversee the Crystal River.
Our lodge retreat is located right on the lake and is fully furnished with plenty of space and amenities for everyone. There are plenty of activities on-site and within a short distance of the Retreat House. Conveniently close to downtown Waupaca but has the camping experience you need to getaway.
There are three large common rooms throughout the house that have available seating for your whole group with a great view of Shadow Lake seen clearly through large windows.
Outdoor seating and chairs are also at the Retreat House for you to use throughout your stay; with options to relax in the sun or the shade. Go out on the lake with your favorite watercraft to soak up the sun.
Enjoy the pool table, dartboard, movies and other indoor games on a rainy day. Make dinner on the grill, over a fire, use the kitchen or even walk over to one of Bethany’s restaurants to pick up some food. Downtown also has a variety of unique dining choices for you to try out. The Retreat House has everything you’ll need to truly unwind.
Bethany’s Retreat House is located right on Shadow Lake, which is a prime location to see Waupaca’s annual 4th of July fireworks.
The house is close to a city park which has a playground, picnic area, two shelters, bath house, fishing pier, boat launch, and museum. The sandy swimming beach has a raft, slide and diving board. Lifeguards are on duty Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Close to the Retreat House is Bethany’s Crystal River Walking Trail with rest stops and boardwalks that extend to oversee the Crystal River.
Property manager
Erin H. - Property Manager
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Please be respectful of neighbors
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
May smoke outside, dispose materials safely
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
Note from host: Please be respectful of neighbors
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
About the area
Waupaca
Located in Waupaca, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Foxfire Golf Club and Central Waters Brewing Company are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hartman Creek State Park and Pickerel Lake State Natural Area. Jet skiing, fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Waupaca, WI
What's nearby
- ThedaCare Medical Center-Waupaca - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Hutchinson Historical House - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
- Peoples Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
- Waupaca Woods Shopping Mall - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
- Crystal River - 11 min drive - 11.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 5 min drive
- Taco Bell - 5 min drive
- Dairy Queen - 20 min walk
- H.H. Hinder Brewing Co. - 18 min walk
- Culver's - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Hilary A.
3 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Getaway with Friends
Hilary A.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ryan H.
6 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect
Ryan H.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Margaret S.
13 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and comfortable
Margaret S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Christopher B.
29 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect lake retreat for a group!
Christopher B.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
THERESA M.
11 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was amazing. Everything we needed was there.
THERESA M.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jessica K.
7 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family time at the cabin
Jessica K.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
raul p.
7 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I love this house
raul p.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kathryn W.
5 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for large group
Kathryn W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Alex V.
12 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Alex V.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Julue D.
1 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shadow Lake
Julue D.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
Carol S.
27 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary celebration
Carol S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cody G.
28 January 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Cody G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ann S.
16 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Large place, great location
Ann S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Stacy L.
23 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Neighborhood trip
Stacy L.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jason M.
12 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shadow Lake stay
Jason M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Diane K.
20 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
50th Anniversary with Family
Diane K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Anna W.
16 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter Get-away
Anna W.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tamara S.
5 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Lake House!
Tamara S.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nicole K.
31 August 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
Nicole K.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Jen S.
26 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot, super private, tons of space!
Jen S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stephany J.
19 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our 5th year. My family feels st home here. It is very comfortable with lots of roomz
Stephany J.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Carol K.
28 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2nd vacation at Shadow Lake
Carol K.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Doyle and Joan H.
15 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The building is great. The weather cooperated...;used the kayaks & paddle boards
Doyle and Joan H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Karrie M., Appleton
2 August 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
Karrie M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
About the host
Hosted by Erin H. - Property Manager
Bethany Home, Inc. purchased the property as a convenient and beautiful option for family and friends of Bethany to spend a weekend away from home. Community and others are welcome to enjoy the beautiful house.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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