Lakeside Iola Hideaway: Stunning Nature Views

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A small, single-story house with a covered porch and a deck, surrounded by a wooded area.
A house surrounded by dense forest and a pond with lily pads.
A spacious living room with a leather sofa, a patterned armchair, and a wooden bench. Large windows provide natural light and views of greenery outside.
A cozy living room with leather sofas, a fireplace, and large windows offering a view of trees.
A cozy living room with a green leather sofa, a green armchair, a wooden coffee table, a vintage stove, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Iola, WI
  • Place, Hatch Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Iola
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Sunset Lake
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area

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About the area

Iola

Located in Iola, this cottage is on the waterfront. Nelsonville Commons and Waupaca Railroad Depot are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Central Waters Brewing Company and Foxfire Golf Club. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.
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Map
Iola, WI

What's nearby

  • Hatch Lake - 9 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Lake Iola - 12 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Sunset Lake - 25 min drive - 26.9 km
  • Central Waters Brewing Company - 32 min drive - 35.7 km
  • University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point - 41 min drive - 56.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Crystal Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Schmidt's Corner - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Ev & Dot’s Shinehaus - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Little Falls Resort - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Taste of Norway - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakeside Iola Hideaway: Stunning Nature Views pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lakeside Iola Hideaway: Stunning Nature Views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakeside Iola Hideaway: Stunning Nature Views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakeside Iola Hideaway: Stunning Nature Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakeside Iola Hideaway: Stunning Nature Views located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from Lake Iola and within 12 miles (20 km) of Hatch Lake and Brekke Lake. Johnson Lake and Budsberg Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute clean getaway. Quiet and cozy. Had everything we needed. Excellent communication. Thank you so much!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great property
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute, cozy cottage. We were out and about most of the weekend so didn't get a chance to enjoy it like we otherwise might have, but it was comfortable and had all we needed. Appreciate the wellness reminders and all the eclectic artwork.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 August 2026
We're so glad the cottage felt comfortable and had everything you needed, even with a busy weekend out exploring. Thank you for noticing the little touches like the wellness reminders and the eclectic artwork throughout the space, those details mean a lot to us. It's wonderful to know it made for a cozy home base, and we appreciate you taking the time to share this 5-star review.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin warm comfortable and clean, we enjoyed our stay. The lake is small and lots of weeds The boys didn’t find luck in fishing it
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2026
We are delighted to hear that you found the cabin comfortable and clean during your stay. Goodahl Lake is a natural glacial lake, and local vegetation like lily pads can vary depending on the season, which sometimes presents a unique challenge for dock fishing in mid to late summer. To help beat the summer heat, we have equipped the home with portable A/C units and our local team is always available to ensure guests are as comfortable as possible. We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback and hope you had a relaxing getaway overall.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice home! Plenty of space for our family of three plus our dog. House is immaculate! We brought our own canoe. It a short walk down to the lake and the dock made it very easy to drop the canoe into the water. We had fun fishing for panfish and northern pike. Very quiet setting in which you are immersed in nature. Definitely one of the nicer properties we have stayed at.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 August 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We're so glad the space worked out well for your family and your dog, and that the walk down to the dock made it easy to launch your canoe. It sounds like you had a great time fishing for panfish and northern pike, and we love that the quiet, natural setting added to the experience. Knowing you found the home immaculate and one of the nicer properties you've stayed at means a lot to us. We're grateful you took the time to share your experience!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy, Charming, Comfortable Cabin

We loved the attractive property and peaceful location. It will become our go-to place for R&R.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Lakehouse

A beautiful spot on the lake. Very peaceful with plenty of outdoor space to relax. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed four days to celebrate our 40th anniversary and loved this place. It is clean, comfortable, and has everything you need. There are multiple areas to sit and enjoy the lake and the serenity of the area. Great communication with the property owner too. We plan on coming back in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lakeside Paradise

Cottage was very cozy and we all enjoyed our time there. Everything was great and was a perfect spot and perfect distance from our pottery retreat! We will probably book here again next year if it’s available!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing R & R

What we enjoy about this property is the romminess and charm of the cottage and the peacefulness of the location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved this property! First impression was that every room was spotlessly clean and filled with unique and beautiful curated items by the owner. Beds were comfy; quiet residential area. Friendly neighbors. Great dog-walking and walking area. View of the lake from inside and outside was lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great relaxation

Beautiful lake views walking kayaking fishing. Relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nothing NOT to like. Lovely older home interestingly furnished and well kept decorated. Would certainly stay there again. Owner quite helpful and fun to talk to.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Won't disappoint!

Very peaceful and beautiful setting. Just relaxing and enjoying nature. The house was wonderful..a pleasant experience and we hope to return.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peace and quiet

We were very happy with our stay. If you’re looking for peace and quiet, this place has it and much more. There were many places to hike and walk our dog, lakes and rivers.We are making plans to come back
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Anniversary

Celebrated our 51st
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 October 2024
Homeowner's Response: "Hi Joe, thank you for choosing our home to celebrate such a special occasion! We're happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay. However, we're a bit confused by the 3-star rating and would love to understand more about your experience. We did our best to make your anniversary memorable with a complimentary bottle of wine and homemade cookies, and we appreciate your cooperation regarding the pet fee.We hope that you had a pleasant stay overall, and we'd welcome any additional feedback to help us improve."
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely & peaceful retreat

The home is immaculately clean with nice artwork and furnishings. We loved being on the decks and at the lake hearing so many birds. We plan to come back another season.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent place!

I went with a friend and it was perfect. We hiked the Ice Age Trail for 2 days and it was wonderful. Great accomodations. There was the dock, the deck and a screened in porch area. All great. One day was chilly so we started the gas fireplace and it warmed the room nicely. Bathroom was nice. Kitchen was great. Bedrooms were perfect. We will return!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

quiet

Very nice quiet rural location across the road from a clean lake with motor-less boats, 10 minutes from Iola
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2024
From the owner: ''Thanks for the kind review. Actually, it is less than 4 miles to Iola and (July's) Old Car Showgrounds.''
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Was clean. Only thing was broiler pan was used and not cleaned. BBQ sauce all over it. +

Was very happy with location, quite, supplies. Thank you for a great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sweet cottage on a beautiful spot

This is an adorable, spacious, artfully decorated cottage with comfortable beds and furniture and beautiful views of the lake from large windows in the living room and one of the bedrooms. The owner has thought of everything and responds quickly to questions or requests. It's a lovely, restful spot, located a few miles from a cute town with a restaurant that serves the best homemade pie I've ever tasted. I will definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Moon Lake Serenade

The home greeted us on a warm afternoon and we found the two-bedroom accommodations to a be a spacious, inviting,warmly decorated, comfortable home. Unlike cold motel rooms, this place had a lived-in feel that reflected the pride and love Jannifer, the host, provided. That evening the rising moon slowly smothered a sea of stars that captivated our attention and filled the night with a marvelous glow. The peace and silence of the place was only interrupted by the sounds of fish splashing the the lake or birds and night critters moving about. A perfect getaway.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Get-Away for Sisters

My 2 sisters and I do not get to see each other very often. This year my nephew was graduating from UW-Stevens Point, so my sister from South Carolina was coming to the area. Iola is about a 40 minute drive from Stevens Point. This vacation home was the perfect location for the 3 of us Sisters to get together and catch up on our news. Nature is all around you, from sunrise to sunset. Hearing the barred owl in the evening was one of my favorite sounds! Being able to bring the family dog (our Scottish Terrier) was an added perk! Highly recommend this home!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A perfect weekend getaway!

We had a wonderful time relaxing and our first impression walking into the cottage was how clean and neat everything was. All that was listed was exactly accurate and it felt welcoming and was really a well decorated cottage with a feeling of positive vibes and happiness. It was no doubt the most clean place we have ever stayed and we had a great time walking and sitting on the balcony and just totally feeling relaxed. We also met the neighbor Fred who was very friendly . Our golden retriever was comfortable as well in her surrounding! It was very nice that rules etc was listed when you walk in the door and information on how to use things. Thanks ! We highly recommend this place . Jan and Bill and Sunny
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Over the Moon about Moon Lake

My family and I had a lovely stay here. I would recommend it for groups of any age. I felt safe the nights I stayed there alone, and things went well the nights that my daughter and small grandchildren stayed with me as well. Our two dogs loved the location. We were respectful and kept them on leashes outside as there are other dogs in the neighborhood. The location is very remote, but that's what I was looking for- a place to escape civilization and get away from it all. The peace and quiet was wonderful, and although we didn't see much wildlife (other than squirrels and chipmunks), we did hear frogs, birds and coyotes across the lake in the evenings. We fished off the new dock and took long walks. We cooked together and ate on the 2 decks. The sleeping arrangements worked great. The beds were comfortable and there was an abundance of pillows and blankets. The host was responsive and great to work with. The caretaker lived two doors down and we enjoyed talking to him several times. I would definitely book this place again. The only stressor for me was I missed the No Wifi in the description and I was working my job remotely and working on graduate school half the time I was there. I limped along with a cellphone hotspot but only had 2 bars of service at best.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024
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