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On the water! Rain guarantee. Boat lift. AC. Pontoon boat, SUP's, Kayaks, canoe.

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Sit on the covered porch and enjoy lake views
Large Lakefront front yard
Miscellaneous
View from pontoon boat to cabin
4 paddle boards, 2 sit-on-top kayaks

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bunk Bedroom

1 Single Bunk Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Twin Bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Extra Bathroom (shower)

Towels provided · Toilet · Hair dryer

Main Bathroom (steam shower)

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

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

About this property

On the water! Rain guarantee. Boat lift. AC. Pontoon boat, SUP's, Kayaks, canoe.

Rain guarantee: If there are two or more "inside-only" days in a week, we will let you shift the dates, extend (so long as no conflicting bookings), get a discount, or rebook last-minute to a different week ... we'll work with you, because we want you to enjoy your cabin rental.

This cabin has one of the best locations on Lake Ripley.
- Directly on the lake (no road between cabin and lake)
- Private (no public beach or group access nearby; private dock)
- North side (great breezes, sunsets, and road for walking)
- Large property (formerly an orchard, still with apples, pears and cherries and other mature landscaping, including oaks and native plants)
- New modern pier
- Lakefront deck
- Quiet single-family-home neighbors

The midcentury decor is updated with new appliances, central AC, remodeled bathroom with walk-in shower, new beds and bedding, and fast internet. Single-level, one step up to enter the cabin.

From the dock you can fish, swim, or launch one of our many SUP paddle boards, canoe, rowboat, or pontoon boat. An extra boat lift allows you to bring your own motorboat (for rear-engine single-hull boats). Fast boating only allowed between 11:00 am - 7:30 pm (although mostly concentrated on weekends). Other times reserved for those with a slower pace (kayaks, swimmers, fishing).

Closest city is Cambridge, a gem with a quintessential American small-town main street, pottery/arts community, good restaurants & coffee-shop & ice cream (and laundry). Madison is a short drive away. Other nearby attractions include Camrock trail system, a winery, drive-in movies, and oval racetrack.

*** Everyone in your party must know how to swim ***

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)

Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)

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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17

Children must know how to swim, for safety reasons

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Subject to prior approval

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 493191vb
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
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

Cambridge

Located in Cambridge, this cabin is on the beach. Aztalan State Park and Lake Kegonsa State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Lake Ripley Lanes and Busy Barns Adventure Farm. Hinchley's Dairy Farm and Korth Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.
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Cambridge, WI

What's nearby

  • Lake Ripley Park Beach - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Lake Ripley Lanes - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Cambridge Historic School Museum - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Jefferson Speedway - 6 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Cambridge Winery - 7 min drive - 6.4 km

Getting around

  • Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cambridge Taphouse - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Pit - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cambridge Winery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lake Ripley Family Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Possum Lodge - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is On the water! Rain guarantee. Boat lift. AC. Pontoon boat, SUP's, Kayaks, canoe. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at On the water! Rain guarantee. Boat lift. AC. Pontoon boat, SUP's, Kayaks, canoe.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Where is On the water! Rain guarantee. Boat lift. AC. Pontoon boat, SUP's, Kayaks, canoe. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Cambridge cabin is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Ripley Park Beach, Cam-Rock Park Area and Lake Ripley Lanes. Cambridge Historic School Museum and Cambridge Winery 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.
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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Don O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice older cabin great appliances, very clean and neat .Pontoon boat a big bonus , owner extremely responsive
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jussi S.

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

Lots of privacy, cute cabin

We really enjoyed our stay in this cute, private, lakefront cabin. Everything was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis P.

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

Family time

The owner was very attentive, great location, nice lake.The pontoon was a great add on.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten F.

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

Lakeside respite

The cabin was exactly as advertised and the cabin was homey and well-loved. We had everything we needed and more.. It felt very much like my grandparents cabin that I stayed in as a child. The host clearly loves the cabin and was very accommodating. Would highly recommend!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey G.

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

Cozy cottage on the lake

Had an amazing vacation in this adorable cottage! We took our elderly Mom on a little retreat. This place offered us everything we needed and more. It was easy for her to maneuver around with her walker and we even managed to get down to the pier. She loved every minute of it! Didn’t spend much time outside on the grounds as the mosquitoes were horribly thick but the enclosed porch allowed us to comfortably see the lake. The hosts were very accommodating and were quick to respond to any questions we had. You can tell they put a lot of thought into making sure you had everything you needed and more. The lake was clean, perfect for kayaking and there’s a little beach for swimming. The local restaurants had great food and there were some really nice hiking trails nearby. I would definitely recommend this place and would love to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue G.

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

Quintessential Wisconsin Lake House!

This was our second time renting this wonderful lake house full of nostalgia. With its classic lake house styling and retro decor, it was so easy to put away the phone and enjoy all of the amenities of simpler times. We listened to records, played games, and enjoyed doing puzzles out on the porch overlooking the beautiful lake. If you can force yourself out of the coziness of the cabin, there is a wonderful dock for nature watching (we saw a bald Eagle), fishing, sunbathing and swimming. The Snellman’s offer a pontoon boat at no additional charge and we spent hours tootling around on the lake. Our family also enjoyed paddle boarding on the lake. There is a fire pit for s’mores and star gazing. The town of Cambridge is a quaint town minutes away with some wonderful places to enjoy breakfast and coffee or to have dinner at Plow. Lake Mills is also a sweet little town with a great brewery, Sunshine Brewing Company. We did pub trivia on Wednesday night and enjoyed a wonderful dinner and awesome beer. Lake Mills is also the place to go for lunch on Fridays when the American Legion opens up their storefront and sells the most delicious hamburgers and cheeseburgers. We enjoyed them in the park across the street. There is also a classic Drive-In theater near this cabin, so there is no shortage of fun things to do around the area. The Snellman’s were extremely accommodating and went out of their way to make sure we had an enjoyable stay. I would highly recommend this place if you are looking for the classic lake house experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron P.

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

Fun and relaxing

Everyone enjoyed their time at this property. Having a cabin with lakefront, a dock, and a pontoon made this extra special. I grew up with my grandparents having a home on Lake Ripley so I knew how special this area is. We loved the fishing, the swimming, the boating and the quiet of the lake. Very clean and homey.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

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

Darling cabin on a great lake, with pontoon included!

We had such a good time at this cabin and would definitely stay there again! The living room area included several comfy chairs for the whole gang, the kitchen included some extra items like keurig coffee options, spices and other basics, plates, plastic utensils, etc. We appreciated use of bath and beach towels, much needed as we took every opportunity to spend time on the pontoon and jumping into the lake. It's rare to find a cabin with a boat so meant a lot to us so we didn't have to rent and haul one in. We enjoyed a couple campfires by the water and used the grill as well. We all tried standup paddle boarding which was easier than expected, as we took the canoe to the beach area while one family member (training for the Ironman) swam beside us. It was so great to have so many fun things to do and use. An unexpected bonus was the dishwasher and the only thing missing was the swinging bench in the pic, but it was replaced by 4 nice adirondack chairs around the fire. I'd highly recommend this property and the owner was extremely responsive, more than generous with accommodating a special request.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

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

Quintessential Lake Ripley Experience!!

Everything I remember about my childhood Summertime experiences on Lake Ripley! Vintage style with modern amenities. Wonderful to have our own dock and the easy to operate pontoon boat to cruise the lake. Birds, fireflies, fish, turtles brought us so much delight! The lake is beautifully clear and clean. We could see to the bottom. Thank you for this memorable time!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ada D.

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

Wonderful charming lake cottage

While we stayed here, I couldn’t help but think of a simpler time, a more peaceful time. The cottage was charming and everything you would want a classic lake cottage to be. The pontoon boat was a lovely addition, and we used it often to enjoy the peaceful lake and beautiful sunsets. Many memorable summer memories were created for our family. We will definitely return.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Christine P.

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

Lake Ripley Vintage Cabin

We very much enjoyed our stay this past week. My partner and I as well as my 80 year old parents and 10 and 12 nephew and niece stayed in the cabin for the week. The cabin is older but bathroom toilets, sink and shower as well as the kitchen appliances are all updated. There are two room air conditioners that did a great job keeping the cabin cool, as needed. Having the boat was fantastic. The lake in parts is weedy. This property does not have a beach front but there is a beach and park area within a couple miles on the lake. The paddle boards were fantastic as is the fishing in the lake and off the dock. It’s on a walkable/bailable road, which we did nearly every day, and within a couple miles of Cambridge. A super cute little town with coffee shops and shopping boutiques. And it’s not far from Lake Mills, we traveled to their beach a couple days, too. It was a great week and we appreciate the opportunity to use the boat!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew K.

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

A perfect getaway on the Lake

We had a wonderful time relaxing at this wonderful property around the lake. Jussi and Rosemary were very responsive and courteous throughout the process. We couldn't have had a better time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lisa S.

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

Great lake! Great City!

Retro lake cabin. Wonderfully stocked kitchen. Comfy beds and stylish bedding. Awesome dock. Amazing lake-love the no wake mornings. Needs deep clean- lots of spider webs. Electrical needs attention-frequently blows a fuse.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2020
Thanks for the feedback. We did have a few kinks to work out, as you were the very first guest. We have hired a new housekeeper, and the electrician has repaired the tripping circuit breaker.

About the host

Hosted by Rosemary & Jussi Snellman

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I've been coming to this cabin for every year of my life, as it has been in the family for three generations now.

Why they chose this property

Step back in time to a more peaceful lifestyle, with sunsets, swimming and indoor/outdoor Wisconsin summers. All the boats are available to use, including a pontoon boat, two rowboats, and a canoe ... along with standup paddle boards. We keep it immaculate, with pesticide-free lawns (so run around with bare feet without any concerns). All guest who are under 18 must know how to swim!

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