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Relaxing Waterfront Home on Elm Island Great Fishing on Lake Tichigan/Fox River

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Elm Island Bay From Pier
Sunrise over Elm Island Bay
Sunset Over the Frozen Bay
View from pier to back yard
Swans, Blue Herons, Cranes, Ducks and Even a Rare Bald Eagle in Elm Island Bay

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 111000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Waterford, WI
  • Green Meadows Petting Farm
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Alpine Valley Music Theatre
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Alpine Valley Ski Resort
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Waukesha, WI (UES-Waukesha County)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Relaxing Waterfront Home on Elm Island Great Fishing on Lake Tichigan/Fox River

Beautiful 3 bedroom 2 bath home on Elm Island bay off of the Fox River in Waterford, WI. This home has all of the charm of an up-north cabin, but is fully updated and just a short 30 minute drive from Milwaukee and less than an hour from Chicago's northern suburbs. Single story home with little to no stairs required to get to the water less than twenty steps from the back door. Wood burning stove and tongue and groove pine finishes give you that up north feel, but all of the updates will make you feel right at home. Laundry on the living level and two full bathrooms offer convenience and comfort. Sleeping arrangements for 10 if needed: Master bedroom features a queen size memory foam bed, 2nd bedroom facing the water has a bunk bed with full size mattress on the bottom and a twin on the top, 3rd bedroom has a bunk bed with full size mattress on the bottom and a twin on the top, and living room couch pulls out into a queen size sleeper sofa. Kitchen table seating for six or seven people, with additional stools and eating area at the island. All kitchen appliances are less than 5 years old, including refrigerator, stove, and over the range microwave. Bring your fishing poles and swim trunks - the Fox River and Lake Tichigan are abundant with Largemouth Bass and Catfish, and provide plenty of opportunity for Bluegills, Northern Pike, Walleye, and an occasional Trout. Lake Tichigan is great for swimming or boating, and there are more than one restaurants accessible by boat and provide docking. Bring your own boat and keep it on the private pier or take advantage of the two complimentary kayaks. Elm Island bay is a shallow low-traffic bay off of the Fox River and is home to swans and abundant wildlife. Fishermen frequent the bay in search of Largemouth Bass, Bluegills, and Catfish, all of which can be caught right from the pier. Swimming in Elm Island Bay (off the pier) is not desirable due to shallow water, lillypads, weeds and mucky bottom. In the evening you can have a fire in the back yard or in the house, but the furnace will keep you warm if desired or central air is there to cool you down. Ultra-fast 60 Mbps Wi-Fi and 46" LED TV will keep you entertained if the fishing and lake cannot. YouTube TV HD with approximately 80 channels available and also HD upconvert DVD player. Please come relax and enjoy all that the beautiful Fox River and Lake Tichigan have to offer year-round.

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Amenities

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Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Waterford

Located in Waterford, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Alpine Valley Music Theatre and Logic Puzzle Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Green Meadows Petting Farm and Lotza Fun Room. East Troy Railroad Museum and Moorland Road Golf Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Waterford, WI

What's nearby

  • Green Meadows Petting Farm - 11 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Alpine Valley Music Theatre - 26 min drive - 28.3 km
  • Alpine Valley Ski Resort - 28 min drive - 26.1 km
  • Lake Geneva Cruise Line - 34 min drive - 34.9 km
  • American Family Field - 37 min drive - 38.9 km

Getting around

  • Sturtevant Station - 26 min drive
  • Waukesha, WI (UES-Waukesha County) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Noble Brothers Waterford Creamery - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxing Waterfront Home on Elm Island Great Fishing on Lake Tichigan/Fox River pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Relaxing Waterfront Home on Elm Island Great Fishing on Lake Tichigan/Fox River?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing Waterfront Home on Elm Island Great Fishing on Lake Tichigan/Fox River?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relaxing Waterfront Home on Elm Island Great Fishing on Lake Tichigan/Fox River located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Jean Jacobson Dog Park, Green Meadows Petting Farm and Edgewood Golf Course. Logic Puzzle Museum and Spinning Top and Yo-Yo Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 309 out of 338 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 338 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 338 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter J.

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

Quiet Retreat

Kids, pups and parents were all happy! Large communal area with wood burning fireplace used every night. Every morning kayaking and fishing.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

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

Nice getaway!

The house was so cute. Our family enjoyed a relaxing time away. Beautiful location too! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rafal M.

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

Minczuk family

Perfect place to relax
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl W.

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

Quiet get-away

Fenced yard. Comfortable. On the lake. Quiet (except for the geese). House comes with everything one might need.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa G.

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

Serenity Living

This place has everything you need, want and desire in a perfect getaway on the lake. It was the perfect amount of space for my family of 6 and our dog. Grant is super easy to communicate with and great at answering any questions I had. It was exactly what we needed. Extremely grateful for the opportunity to stay here. We can't wait to come back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry F.

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

Overdue get away

This was our second stay in this lovely home. We had a wonderful time. The home is warm and friendly. The shower is a bit dated but mostly works. The kitchen had everything we needed. The fenced back yard is a real bonus for us as our dog, Annie, can go out and bark at the geese. When we first arrived, two men were out ice fishing. 5 days later, there was no ice at all on the river. It was beautiful.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James J.

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

Absolutely love it!!

Perfect location to our family and wonerful view of the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine A.

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

Family Girls Weekend

This was the perfect fit for our annual mother/daughter/sister weekend away. Having 2 bathrooms was great with 7 women. We had a nice time and enjoyed our stay. An additional mirror in room or the living room would be a nice addition. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle J.

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

Great time!

Grant has an excellent property and was fantastic in communication! He went above and beyond for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian J.

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

Wonderful winter stay

This was a great location and space for my family of four. We were visiting family during the winter and were delighted with our stay. The space and amenities were great and as described. It was fun (and very warming!) to make a fire in the fireplace and be able to watch the ducks tentatively walking on the frozen water. With the kayaks nearby we could see how this would also be a great place to stay during warmer months. We will definitely see if this place is available the next time we visit.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth Z.

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

Family time

We had a great time! The cabin had everything we needed. We just sat around the fireplace, went for walks and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves! We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

paula k.

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

Great place!

Perfect friend weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris P.

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

Thanksgiving

7 of us traveled down from Northern Minnesota to celebrate Thanksgiving with family who live in Waterford. We loved spending our family time at the Cottage in front of the fire & under the big moose 😊 The cottage was clean and full stocked with the essentials. The grocery store where we purchased the fixins for our Thanksgiving meal & snacks was just minutes away. We were able to travel just short distances from the cottage for all sorts of shopping and eating options. The host was wonderful to work with! We will be back 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Excellent in perfect location!!

Wonderfully comfy cabin! Grant was an excellent host - responding quickly and very helpful. We visited in late November so were unable to take advantage of the lake but it's a great setup for that! Even in the colder weather, this place was perfect for us. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith E.

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

Great lake getaway!

Great house for being in the lake. Has a nice backyard that is fenced in and was perfect for our dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen E.

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

Relaxing Decompressing Getaway

Needed to have some relaxing time away with family that wasn't far from home. Wanted to be on the water to fish. Caught 2 large bass (released) and one elusive Large Northern that broke three lines. The guys loved the fight. Never know we maybe back to meet you again Big Guy! Although if was November, rained and was cold which is to be expected, we enjoyed our time in the warm house. Neighborhood was pretty quite as well. Thanks for letting us stay with our dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke M.

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

Fishing trip

Great fishing right from the dock!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah M.

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

Beautiful spot on the water!

Loved this cute little house on the water for a little family getaway. The view and backyard are the real highlights of the place. Perfect to hang out and let the dog run free in, and very peaceful and beautiful. The house itself was perfectly fine — not necessarily luxury, but perfectly comfortable with everything we needed. We would absolutely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

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

Get away to relax with my wife

This has now taken first place for our fall getaway. Will definitely book again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

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

Great fishing!

We had a great time! Caught a ton of fish! Brought our dog with which was an awesome bonus! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Great getaway

Hose is modern yet quaint, very homey feeling. Backyard is perfect for a fire and just chilling out. The fact that you have 2 kayaks to use is awesome if you’re going as a couples getaway. Fishing is pretty solid, even off the pier. If you take your rod in the kayak and get out on the lake it’s bass heaven.i can find only one suggestion and that would be to have the stairs going down to the pier with either running lights or maybe pain the board closet to the actual step a litt darker bc as soon as the sun starts going down it’s a hazard if you’re not paying close attention, I tripped several times and so did the person I was with. I do have bad eyes so does she but it’s just a thought and if I could give more than 5 stars I definitely would. Btw the kitchen is rockin
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dona Z.

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

Family wedding

Great time loved the place
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Grant Horn

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We have been HomeAway owners since 2015 and enjoy sharing our home with others when we are not there to take advantage of it ourselves. We strive to provide the best possible experience for every guest. Our permanent residence is close enough that we can respond quickly if needed and regularly maintain the property.

Why they chose this property

Relaxation in a cozy atmosphere with serene view and the feeling of being away from it all. Priced affordably for everyone without cleaning fees, management fees, or hidden costs for groups of six or less, but can accommodate a larger family for slightly more if needed.

What makes this property unique

Our home is located on a peninsula which is bordered by the Fox River and Elm Island Bay. The bay looks like a small lake, but is connected to the river which is navigable with any outboard motor for nearly seven miles. Lake Tichigan is a beautiful lake north of our home that is a gorgeous, winding river ride away, boasting depths of 60 feet, sandbars, a nature conservancy, great fishing, wakeboarding, waterskiing, tubing, and swimming. It is the home of an annual hot air balloon festival, a fireworks show launched from the center of the lake on the 4th of July, and of course an annual boat tie-up party with a band on a barge. Waterford has fun for all seasons including hiking, biking, fall colors, Bird watching, ice fishing, cross country skiing, and two downhill ski hills within 25 minutes of our home. Elm Island Bay is home to swans, blue herons, sand hill cranes, ducks, bluegills, bass, catfish, and even some walleye and northern pike. Our pier/dock stays in the water and ice year round without damage, allowing anglers to fish as soon as the ice is gone and up to the minute that it first freezes.

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