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Peaceful retreat for all seasons'

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Lake
Pool
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space

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Beaver Dam, WI
  • Popular LocationBeaver Dam Mall18 min drive
  • Popular LocationBeaver Dam Raceway18 min drive
  • Popular LocationBeaver Dam Lake State Wildlife Area22 min drive
  • AirportMadison, WI (MSN-Dane County Regional)47 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

We found this property to fit the needs of our family of adult children with adequate places to cook, gather and sleep. ...
Tanya R.
Dec 21, 2023

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Peaceful retreat for all seasons'

Lake home with 130' of frontage on Beaver Dam Lake for fishing and recreation. Amenities include 2 40' dock, use of kayaks (7), canoe and paddleboats (3). Boat launch about a mile away. 4 bedrooms, fully equipped kitchen, flat screen tv's in the master bedroom and family room. OTA TV with full roster of channels from both Madison and Milwaukee markets. BYO streaming service.

High speed unlimited data internet available for flex work/home schooling.

Please note that this is a 'whole house' 1/2 of a duplex. This is a part of a rather unique duplex that offers maximum privacy with separate private decks, pellet/charcoal combo grill, separate entrances and HVAC systems.

I do require photo ID's for all adults 18 yo+ and the first names and ages of all children under 18 yo. This is used for emergency and liability reasons only. There are no exceptions to this requirement. All ID's are held securely for your protection.

The main renter must be 25 yo+. Please contact me for potential exceptions based on previous host recommendations.

Maximum occupancy is 8 people including infants and children due to rural septic limitations. Please do not ask for exceptions to this capacity. I will not be able to honor any requests for more than 8 people.

Parking on this residential driveway is limited to 3 vehicles including any boat or other trailers. all other vehicles must be parked off site. Park on the narrow residential road at your own risk. No parking is allowed on the grass or mound septic system.

please note that this is a NON-smoking property. if there are smokers in your group you will need to let them.know that they can't smoke in the home or the decks or within 20' of a door or window. All smoking materials must be disposed of on a fireproof device and cannot be thrown on the lawn, lake or any garbage container. If they are unable to comply there will be a $200 surcharge to cleanup any smoking related materials.

Pet friendly but pet owners must pick up waste immediately and dispose of it responsibly. Petsay not be left alone in the unit unless they are in a crate. I have an extra large crate for your use but you must bring you own pet bedding. No cats are allowed in the unit at any time.

Property manager

Kathy McMichael

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Streaming services
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Unlimited smartphone data usage

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Peaceful Retreat For Seasons'
Peaceful Retreat for all Seasons' Beaver Dam
Peaceful Retreat for all Seasons' Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Beaver Dam

Located in Beaver Dam, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Beaver Dam Bay Marina and Sunset Hills Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Horicon Marsh and Beaver Dam Lake State Wildlife Area. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Beaver Dam Bay Marina - 12 min drive
  • Beaver Dam Mall - 18 min drive
  • Beaver Dam Raceway - 18 min drive
  • Sunset Hills Golf Course - 19 min drive
  • Beaver Dam Lake State Wildlife Area - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Columbus Station - 23 min drive
  • Fond du Lac, WI (FLD-Fond du Lac County) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Mullin's Drive In - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful retreat for all seasons' pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Peaceful retreat for all seasons'?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful retreat for all seasons'?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful retreat for all seasons' located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 6 mi (9.6 km) from Beaver Dam Bay Marina and within 12 mi (20 km) of Infinity HealthCare and Moraine Park Technical College. Beaver Dam Mall and Beaver Dam Raceway are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kellie Z., Charlotte, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
SO well-equipped, Great hostess
There are some rentals where they give you barely enough (i.e. 3 towels, 12 knives, 4 spoons, and 1 fork) but that is NOT this rental. This rental seriously has MORE than ANYTHING you could need. We appreciated the abundance of towels/washcloths, eating utensils, outdoor seating, etc. The owner shares the duplex and should anything go wrong, I am confident she would make it right. She is a delightful person and wants to make sure your visit is more than you expect. She is very accommodating when plans change. And the VIEW! Loved looking out on the water and listening to all the birds. So relaxing, peaceful, and wonderful. Was a fantastic property to visit with our family, which was the whole point of our visit to WI. LOVED it all!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

kenneth k.

Liked: Cleanliness
fishing trip
nice quiet area, owner very easy to get along with. nicely stocked. slept well. would recommend to others
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alberto R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Nice and cozy place
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lili O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Cozy Home
Great stay!! Super cozy home. Kathy was great, lovely host.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake house
The owner of property was super nice. House was clean and everything worked great. I would definitely stay there again
Stayed 21 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Early family gathering
We found this property to fit the needs of our family of adult children with adequate places to cook, gather and sleep. Contact with the host as well as some flexibility with our busy schedule were wonderfully done with Kathy. Thank you for hosting us!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family kayaking
Lots of water toys and kayaks. We really enjoyed the lake. Owner went out and bought us firewood and made sure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Jack K.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Low Cleanliness Standards
My family would like just to forget this trip and move on, but I am writing this review because I wish someone had left a truthful review so that we had never gone there. Kathy told us in the private messages if we leave a bad review, she would trash us in her reply so other owners would not want to rent to us. We have date stamped pictures to support our complaints. When we arrived the place was filthy. We called, and when she arrived, Kathy insisted that the house was clean, she cleaned it herself, and had no idea where the hair and dirt came from. We weighed our options: turn around and go home; go to a hotel for the night, and give Kathy a chance to clean; clean it ourselves and ask for a partial refund. She offered to refund the cleaning fee (she didn’t), and go to hotel at our own expense. But we had no confidence that she would clean because she kept insisting that she cleaned and sanitized the house before we arrived. My whole family spent 3 hours cleaning, and it was disgusting. There was dust, dirt and debris on the floors, hair on the bathroom floor, the toilet bowl had residue of the previous residents stuck to the inside. The kitchen was equally disgusting. We made the best of a bad situation and managed to enjoy a few days of our only family vacation. Later Kathy accused us of stealing her kitchen tools, letting our dog pee on the towels, extorting money out of her, and having too high of a "pucker factor".
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn N., Waterford WI

Liked: Cleanliness
Water-lover's Delight
We loved being right on the water!! Lots of water toys to enjoy. Great views! Close enough to town to play pickleball. Lots of restaurants to choose from The host, Kathy was awesome to work with!! Very attentive with attention to detail. Super vacation!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cory C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer vacation
Family of 4. Great place had separate rooms for everyone. Kathy told us of places to shop in town. She has menus of restaurants she recommends some with coupons attached. Very clean and well stocked kitchen. It was very hot and humid the week we went. Didn’t take advantage of fire pit or kayaks.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Nan M.

Pleasant stay!
Very relaxing and well-furnished property. Kathy was very thoughtful and kind and made our short stay very pleasant.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Melissa M.

Family Fishing
Kathy was great to work with. Fishing area was really 'seaweedy" but we managed to catch 18 catfish and 1 croppie
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience
Host was gracious and the piers accommodated our boats. The house was perfect for our needs.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place and location
We really enjoyed our stay here. We were in town for the Englewood Open MTB and it proved to be the perfect setup for our group. Lots of space within the rental, and a ton outside. It is right on the lake and the owner provides everything you need to enjoy the water. The owner was super communicative throughout. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness
exceptional
From start to finish Kathy was great to deal with. The house and property were great, and Kathy went above and beyond to make sure our time in Wisconsin was great
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
Owner provides anything we could possibly have wanted from snacks and a gift for the 3 yr old as well as equipment for lake use if wanted
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vicki S.

Liked: Cleanliness
50th Reunion Fun!
We were so grateful to find this VRBO for our 50th class reunion in Beaver Dam. We were looking for a place large enough to comfortably sleep four spirited gals who prefer to avoid a hotel any time we can! We booked this a year in advance and then didn't worry about it again until a few weeks before our event and it worked out just fine! The property is on the lake, which was great for photos, and the outdoor deck was perfect for morning coffee and girl talk! We didn't spend much time there except for evenings and there were plenty of bedrooms to allow each of us our own room. Access to the home was by code, so access after our reunion celebrations each night were simple and required no need to search for keys. You'll find the host, Kathy, to be available should you need anything, and she enjoys sharing a conversation or two about her interesting adventures in life and her own entrepreneurship experiences! She even shared some fresh 'sweet treats' with us to enjoy with our morning coffee. We were aware that her home has a unique spiral staircase ( also great for photos), but had to laugh when it came time to transport luggage up and down......we are women and have a lot of stuff! Beds include all linens and the kitchen is fully stocked with coffee and coffee maker (not k-cups) and most dishes and cookware you'll need during your stay. We did have some trouble figuring out the shower water system, but she is in process of replacing faucets and that should take care of the issue. We think you'll enjoy this VRBO for whatever event brings you to Dodge County! Check out Derge Park and Zigs Parkside Bar and Grill when you're in the area too, since both are very close and are a part of Beaver Dam history!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheena H., Louisville

Liked: Cleanliness
Early Fall Magic
Our family loved this location - weather was clear and crisp. Lake was beautiful. Kathy has this place stocked! Especially Kitchen and games, weather was a bit cooler than planned so we didn't get to use lake amenities but lovely yard and decks and fire pit.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderfully relaxing getaway
Kathy was a fantastic host. Her place is stocked with so many extra supplies. It’s a beautiful place with multiple outdoor sitting areas. The upper deck has a beautiful view of the lake, the lower deck has comfortable sitting areas. We enjoyed taking the paddle boat out on the lake, or making a fire and watching the sunset. The kitchen, living area, dining room table and bedrooms are quite spacious. We look forward to returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice weekend away!
Our family enjoyed fishing and spending time together here. The property had all the amenities needed for cooking and lots of indoor and outdoor games. There were only 4 of us but would it have been comfortable for a larger group as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
Kathy was extremely helpful and easy to deal with. Had menus from all great local places with notes for each with good information. She also had even more kayaks and boats then listed. Bring clothes and food because Kathy provided pretty much everything else we could ask for.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

DEREK K.

Liked: Cleanliness
5 Star Review
We enjoyed the location and had a great time. The property had everything we needed and more.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lee V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful relaxing home
Excellent week with a wonderful host. Everything was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Vacation
Family vacation at a lake house. Seven wonderful days. Our host Cathy was just wonderful. Met us there when we arrived. Called me to let me know we could check in early. Throughout the week she asked us if we needed anything. Her restaurant recommendations were spot on. We tried them all. Her property has lake frontage with two docks for fishing or launching many of the water craft she provided. Great vacation for our family of seven and two dogs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Breda W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
We had a great relaxing week. We really enjoyed kayaking and paddle boating on the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022