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The Lazy Bear Lake House on beautiful Bear Lake, covered deck, great view

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A hot tub with a view of a green landscape and a cloudy sky.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a sink. There are two white chairs with wooden frames and a small table with a lamp.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island with bar stools, a black refrigerator, and a microwave above the stove.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a dining area, and a balcony with a view of a snowy landscape.
A grassy field with a lake, a gazebo, and an American flag.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
This cottage includes a hot tub for relaxation. It has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, accommodating 10 guests. The property features 1 separate living room and offers lake views. Enjoy water sports and nearby activities like kayaking, ice skating, and motorboating. The outdoor patio provides a great space for family gatherings. Visit Wilderness Springs Trout Farm and Hatten Park.

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Manawa, WI
  • Place, White Lake
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Wilderness Springs Trout Farm
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Wolf River Paddle Sports
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Appleton, WI (ATW-Appleton Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Downstairs Bunk Room

2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

Downstairs Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Murphy Bed

Main Floor Primary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bath

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

Upstairs Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Garden

About this property

The Lazy Bear Lake House on beautiful Bear Lake, covered deck, great view

Make memories with family and friends on Bear Lake, Manawa WI. Newly updated main floor made for spending time together in this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with walk out basement.

You’ll spend most of the time on the covered deck grilling out, staring at the beautiful lake view and enjoying each others company in the perfect summer breeze (or ceiling fan if you need it.)

Five kayaks available for complimentary use. Otherwise bring your kayak, stand up board, snowmobile or boat! This house has access to the lake on this shallow canal. Head on over to Bear Lake Campground for Friday night fish fry’s, live music and a tiki bar! After a fun day adventuring, relax and enjoy the new nine person hot tub on the walk out patio.

On the main floor is a large primary bedroom for you to rest in after a fun day at the lake. A second bedroom downstairs has a queen bed too. The kids will enjoy the sprawling yard ready for yard games and bonfires. They have their own bunk room with full size bunk beds and a twin trundle.

Littles are welcome too with a full-size collapsible crib and high chair included.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3812318vb
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
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

Manawa

Located in Manawa, this cottage is on a lake. Waupaca Railroad Depot and Heritage Historical Village are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Wilderness Springs Trout Farm and Wolf River Paddle Sports. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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Manawa, WI

What's nearby

  • White Lake - 10 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Wilderness Springs Trout Farm - 16 min drive - 17.7 km
  • New London Chamber Visitor Center - 16 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Hatten Park - 16 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Wolf River Paddle Sports - 17 min drive - 23.1 km

Getting around

  • Appleton, WI (ATW-Appleton Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sunrise Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Steve And Michelle's Midtown - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Margarita - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Smith's Manawa Steak House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cruisin'In - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Lazy Bear Lake House on beautiful Bear Lake, covered deck, great view pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Lazy Bear Lake House on beautiful Bear Lake, covered deck, great view?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Lazy Bear Lake House on beautiful Bear Lake, covered deck, great view?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Lazy Bear Lake House on beautiful Bear Lake, covered deck, great view located?

This family-friendly Manawa cottage is located on a lake, 5.6 mi (9.1 km) from White Lake, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Wilderness Springs Trout Farm and Wolf River Paddle Sports. Hatten Park and South Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great property with amazing hosts. The house was nicely furnished with touches that made it seem like a home vs a rental. We were really happy with the house and were very pleased with how accommodating the owners were to work with. Perfect for a family and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place - great hostessWe were here for a wedding at Hidden Treasures. This made a great base for the bride and her gals. Comfy and well appointed. Thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The entire stay was amazing!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were here for our sons wedding at Hidden Treasures Event Venue. This was the perfect spot, only 5 minutes away which helped when we needed to go back and forth with things.Beautiful location very peaceful and calm-Perfect when you need to relax !Krista is a great host.Only challenge is figuring out downstairs air/fans… even with that we had no complaints!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay! Perfect for a weekend getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was perfect for our vacation. If I could retire in a lake house, this is what I would want to find.The host was friendly and professional. If we come back for AirVenture, we will try to book this place. We loved the kayaks. My sister and I kayaked five days of the eight that we stayed. Thank you for a great experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The entire experience was great, we were very happy. We mainly home base and enjoyed the deck to relax & BS. We really didn’t use any of the other amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place with wonderful amenities! Our host was wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything is clean and updated.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was decorated wonderfully. Definitely turn key vacation house. Check in was easy. Everything exceeded my expectations as far as what was available for us to use in the house, outside, and definitely the hot tub was a huge bonus. Communication prior and throughout our stay was exceptional. Replies to any questions were answered almost immediately. This house/ property does not disappoint. Definitely will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful location with all the amenities you could need and want. Krista was great to communicate with; she was proactive, prompt and helpful. We highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a very nice weekend. Everything that we could have needed was provided and available. Quick communication and clean accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very responsive. A couple “kinks” to work out but otherwise a great stay. Great location on the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place is gorgeous, such a nice house and property. We enjoyed ourselves so much. The hosts were extremely generous and understanding and communicative about everything. It was such a nice experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved our stay at Bear Lake House! The morning view from the deck with coffee was so relaxing. The kitchen had every utensil, dish, etc we needed. The rooms were clean and we all had our own space. Perfect house for our family getaway! Hope to be back there in the near future!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The checkin was very easy and the host was always available. The kitchen was wonderful with a full island, varied coffees & Keurig maker, water in frog, and everything in its place!The hot tub was the greatest after a full day at EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh! Great house and good price!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful stay. Host was very communitive. Property was beautiful and modern. Had all necessities that were needed. Awesome deck that looks out over the lake. Very peaceful. We definitely will book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This VRBO was just what we needed. We loved that you provided the leftovers from previous renters including ketchup, butter, syrup, drinks, snacks and bathroom supplies. The yard was ample and outdoor space was perfect. This was a great rental. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home is beautifully decorated, beds were very comfortable with lovely linens, and living spaces were filled with great seating and large tabletops for meals and crafts. Hot tub was a delight, very large and with great views of the lake - we watched the ice fisherman all day go on and off the lake. Towels were provided and with full laundry we could dry them after our time in the hot tub. The kitchen was fully equipped with everything we needed and more and the host even left a few treats in the fridge. Overall wonderful property and hosts! Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really nice kitchen. Made snacks (both solid and liquid ) available for free!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Accommodated an early check in and allowed an extra guest over night without questions. The picture is my take of a Bear Skillet on our last morning on the lake. Overall a great hoist allowing us an awesome stay. Will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Lazy Bear Lake House was exactly what we were(our Family)looking for in a little Summer getaway and get together with Family members for a my Sister's wedding at the Local Bear Lake Resort and Campground. The Hosts were very accommodating with an early check in as well as a late check out with early communication/request on our part. The Home had everything possible that we needed for a user friendly experience- Nothing was overlooked on their part. The Hosts seem to know what people need and want to be comfortable while on vacation. Cleanliness of the Home was super on every level- kitchen, bathrooms, and bedrooms- Plenty of comfortable, clean bedding is available. The top deck and lower level patio with the Hot tub were definitely a popular spot for us. Top deck over-looking the lake- comfortable chairs and couch- So nice for morning mediation and coffee, also afternoon-evening visits and cocktails Lots of outdoor recreational opportunities for guests with huge yard, Kayaks for the Lake, and yard games. Don't hesitate on this vacation rental- You will not be disappointed. Thanks again to the Hosts for making this an amazing long weekend vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cousin’s Weekend

This Lake house was perfect for our cousin’s weekend. So cozy, and we all had the space to spread out. The view looking out is beautiful with a morning cup of coffee. It has a full kitchen and was able to make a full meal, and close to a country bar where we did a fish fry on Friday, yummy! We can’t wait to book next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Feb 2024
Thank you so much Samantha! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and can’t wait to see you next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay in this Wisconsin cabin was truly wonderful. The home is beautiful, warm, and incredibly cozy, thoughtfully stocked with absolutely everything needed for a comfortable getaway — honestly, even more than expected. There is literally everything here!We especially loved the hot tub on the first-floor porch — it’s simply exceptional. Sitting in the hot, relaxing bubbles, taking in the open views around us while snow gently falls from the sky, was pure bliss and the perfect way to slow down and appreciate the beauty of nature.The living room is a delight — a cozy lounge with a fireplace on the first floor that brings a lovely sense of warmth and ambiance. We were so happy to spend our Thanksgiving weekend here — grilling, playing games, and enjoying quality time together.The hosts were always on standby, answered every question within minutes, and made our stay feel seamless and cared for.Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 star!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026

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