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Relaxing Lake Home on the Edge of Kettle Moraine State Forest

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Main entry taken May, 2014
view from edge of the property looking at lake where pier will be for your boat
view at top of driveway
view of the lake from the main floor deck
flower garden by front door

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Whitewater, WI
  • Place, Cravath Lakefront Park
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Walworth County Fairgrounds
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Airport, Waukesha, WI (UES-Waukesha County)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Relaxing Lake Home on the Edge of Kettle Moraine State Forest

Unique secluded 2 level lake home on the edge of Kettle Moraine State Forest with fantastic views of the lake and state park. Relax and enjoy nature in the area. Property located in a wooded area on Rice Lake which is within walking distance to Whitewater Lake. This 3 bedroom home comes fully equiped for a relaxing stay in a beautiful country setting. The main level has 3 bedrooms and 2 baths leading out to a full deck facing the lake. A spiral staircase leads to the lower level family room with a full bath and walk out patio. Property is a reasonable drive from major metro areas like Chicago, Milwaukee, Madison, Janesville, Elkhorn and Lake Geneva. It is a true gem worth finding.

Keywords: Unique 2 level home on Rice Lake with fantastic views of the lake and state forest from the deck and lower level patio

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Pets considered. Guest responsible for any damage
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Vehicles should be parked in designated parking area only. Parking on the road is not permitted. Illegally parked cars are subject to towing.
Home is on a well and septic system. Do not flush anything other than toilet paper. Guest could be charged damages if anything else is flushed down.
Owners are not responsible for any accidents, injuries or illness that occurs while on premises, its facilities or on the lake or loss of belongings.

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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Whitewater

Located in Whitewater, this holiday home is on a lake. Whitewater Historical Society and Irvin L.Young Auditorium are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Kettle Moraine Ranch and Walworth County Fairgrounds. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Perkins Stadium, or consider a night out at Phoenix Park Bandshell. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Whitewater, WI

What's nearby

  • Staller Estate Winery - 12 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Cravath Lakefront Park - 15 min drive - 13.1 km
  • University of Wisconsin-Whitewater - 15 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Walworth County Fairgrounds - 33 min drive - 37.4 km
  • Alpine Valley Music Theatre - 39 min drive - 39.2 km

Getting around

  • Waukesha, WI (UES-Waukesha County) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪River Jacks - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Rick's Eastside Pub & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Grilling Out - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Second Salem Brewing Company - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Duck Inn Supper Club - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxing Lake Home on the Edge of Kettle Moraine State Forest pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Relaxing Lake Home on the Edge of Kettle Moraine State Forest?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing Lake Home on the Edge of Kettle Moraine State Forest?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Relaxing Lake Home on the Edge of Kettle Moraine State Forest located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Natureland Park and within 9 miles (15 km) of Staller Estate Winery and Whitewater Historical Society. Cravath Lakefront Park and University of Wisconsin-Whitewater are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 154 out of 169 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 169 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 169 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 169 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 169 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

kristin t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is extremely clean and comfortable. Gene and his wife are very kind and attentive.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandee L.

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

Was a wonderful and tranquil getaway. The house exceeded our expectations!

Very nice lake house!

10/10 Excellent

Tracy H.

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

Wonderful lakefront property

Wonderful lake front property with all the amenities. We have stayed here several times and have not been disappointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Stay In Whitewater, Wisconsin

Great property on lake with dock. Quiet and peaceful. Quick response by owner when we had questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

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

Get Location

Had a wonderful time. Beautiful property. Only thing I would have liked is an easier way to get out of the water on the dock when swimming. Other then that had an amazing time. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joni L.

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

Long weekend getaway

This unique home was the perfect retreat for a long weekend. It was by far the most well stocked vrbo property we have ever stayed in and even included a fully stocked bar. They have really thought of everything inside the home and it was very clean especially for a pet friendly rental. The lake and dock were perfect for launching our paddle board and relaxing. The location is quiet and secluded, but still close to restaurants and other attractions. Hosts were welcoming and responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate R.

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

It was everything we wanted and more

We brought our 2 dogs and our adult kids and spouses joined us for Thanksgiving weekend. The house was spotless and had a very well equipped kitchen and comfortable seating for all. Plus the windows looked out over the lake and the surrounding wooded landscape. Communication and check-in was seamless. We couldn't have been more content and we felt like we had found a treaure.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine C., Evanston, IL

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

Perfect for the dogs and their humans

Dog here - We had a great time. The lake was beautiful and we spent a lot of time on the deck with our humans. Whitewater was close so the humans weren't gone long when they went for dinner or to get groceries. We hiked the Ice Age trail every day and there were many trailheads nearby so we visited a different segment every day. The house was clean and looked very nice. The kitchen had everything my humans needed to cook. And they got a cute welcome gift. I hope we all go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

lucja69

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We've spent a couple of days there during Labor Day weekend and had a wonderful time. House was very comfortable and beautiful. Terrace on the main floor, overlooking the lake, was my favorite place to relax. House had everything we needed. You can tell the owners are taking great care to maintain the property. We took a trip to nearby public beach and were able to rent kayaks there. That was a wonderful experience. Property had a well arragned game room on the lower level and well designed main level.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, beautiful home. We had a great time playing the games downstairs. Great hosts, very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our 7th stay at this lovely lake house nestled in the trees, and we were not disappointed. Enjoyed making memories jumping off the dock, playing games and roasting marshmallows for s’mores.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was all we could have hoped for! We had great weather and the lake and the house were perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy G.

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

Private lakeside home with stunning views

This lovely home sits on a hill with wonderful views of the lake but still has lots of trees and privacy. We saw deer at dawn and dusk every day and turkeys twice. The road was private with no traffic noise. The pictures don't do it justice. Inside the house was just as lovely. The square dining room table for 6 was great for our Thanksgiving dinner and also family board games. Much better than a rectangular table. The unexpected bonus was all the wonderful amenities. Lots of soft throws for snuggling by the fire, mountains of towels, tons of games, and the best stocked kitchen I've ever seen in a rental. Those touches truly made it feel like a home away from home, not a rental. A wonderful bonus was all the a
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

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

Hot but Nice August Stay

The home was clean, very well stocked, and the owner was responsive to questions and requests. The home is located on Rice Lake and is only a few minutes away from Whitewater for groceries and restaurants. The steps were challenging for the senior members, especially the steps going down to the lake. A little more closet and dresser space dedicated for guests instead of storage would be nice. The weather was hot with heat indexes in the triple digits. We enjoyed kayaking on the lake, but didn't spend as much time on the deck or by the firepit as we would have liked because of the excessive heat. Overall we had a good time.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy K.

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

So relaxing

Such a nice house. It was our second time there. The lake acess and the lake itself is great. Homey touches throughout. Deck is great. Totally recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara B.

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

Close to Alpine Valley

Great Experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

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

Really lovely property

Gene and Irene were wonderful hosts and were very responsive when we asked a question or needed something. The house is great and we’d love to come back sometime. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

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

Perfect

We had a small family (siblings) reunion. The house was perfect, the owner responded to questions almost immediately, and the attention to detail in the home was beyond expectation. We enjoyed our stay! We had a great time and I would highly recommend this home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

April C.

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

Family get-away with dogs

Beautiful home and property. We spent lots of time on the back deck and took many walks in the neighborhood. Perfect place to relax. Lots of privacy with plenty to do in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey S.

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

Park-Like Rental has it All

Our family had a great time at this property. We felt like we were staying in a park with areas to explore, a lake, beautifully maintained grounds - plus a super-comfy home. The owners communicated promptly and answered questions while we were there. This is a VERY well-stocked rental - kitchen, baths, lake recreation (inner-tubes, canoes, life jackets), firewood and roasting tools for the fire pit and much more. The layout made it easy for kids and adults to talk, goof around or nap anytime. They have well-maintained stairs heading down to the pier if you want to carry kayaks or canoes down. We had a GREAT time. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy H.

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

Lovely Lake House Near Hiking Trails

A lovely lake house on a secluded street near plenty of beautiful hiking trails at the state park. The owners have thought of every guests’ needs -it’s like a home away from home nestled in the trees.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yael G.

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

Great stay

Very comfortable. Well equipped! We all had a great time!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nichole B.

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

Unique in every way

We booked this location because of the proximity to Alpine Valley Amphitheater. We had tickets for 2 shows and need a place to relax in between. The property was beautiful. The owners have gone above and beyond with the amenities and information provided for you. We had a great time relaxing on the wrap around deck. We loved the big game table to play dominoes on. We were able to go swimming off the dock. Which was awesome because it was hot! So many cute kitschy decorations and touches. A true Wisconsin cabin experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy J.

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

It was just what we needed

View of the lake, pier to fish from, close to beach. The hiking trails were a little hard for my group, but trails near Ottawa Lake are better and not far of a drive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

Perfect for all we needed

We went to run at Kettle Moraine 100 and this ended up being the perfect location with all the amenities we needed! Wonderful property that was very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Gene & Irene

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Professional couple live in the area and have been familiar with the propery for many years.

Why they chose this property

Beautiful relaxing area of southeastern Wisconsin that offers opportunity for year round outdoor activities in a very quiet setting

What makes this property unique

Boating, fishing, swimming during the summer along with hiking the trails of the Kettle Moraine State Forest

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