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Island View Hideaway-Peaceful, On Water, Canoe, Scenic, Birds, Nature, Sandbars!

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Hot tub right outside the livingroom.
Great view of sunset from the hot tub!
Island View Hideaway from the road.
Living room with fireplace and windows
Gorgeous sunsets across the water with view from the deck or waterside campfire.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 492.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Poynette, WI
  • Cascade Mountain Ski Area
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Devil's Head Ski Resort
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Devil's Lake State Park
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Madison, WI (MSN-Dane County Regional)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Island View Hideaway-Peaceful, On Water, Canoe, Scenic, Birds, Nature, Sandbars!

Rent this furnished cottage to enjoy the beauty of nature on the Wisconsin River and Lake Wisconsin. Conveniently located on shallow Lake Wisconsin waterfront with sandbars to wade to between Madison and the Wisconsin Dells, just 1.5 hours from Milw and 3 hours from Chicago.

Bring some firewood (or buy it locally) and have a campfire in the firepit next to the water!

This 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 2-story cottage has a bright, clean kitchen and a wonderful open layout on the first floor. Beautiful views out the large living room windows look onto green, sandy islands, sandbars and the undeveloped distant shores of the Wisconsin River as it opens up into Lake WI. Explore the many channels, sandbars, and islands of the WI River and Lake WI.

Same owner as smaller cottage next door.

SPRING, SUMMER, FALL & WINTER Adventures! Green trees, sunny sand-bars, and a lazy river await you. Tucked off the main channel the cottage has the best of both worlds…easy assess to the big water, a great view of the water and sunsets, but little boat traffic. Because of our shallow waterfront location, the choice is yours, launch your boat at one of 3 nearby boat launchs and head left for Lake Wisconsin or go right for the Wisconsin River. You’ve got it all right here! You can launch your boat daily and spend an exciting day on the open water of the lake (too shallow to get a boat of any size into our channel but you can park your trailer in front at the end of the day) or a quiet day exploring the Dells-like bluffs and the nearby islands, coves, and backwaters in your canoe or kayak. The shallow water in front is great for kayaks and canoes. Explore the many channels, sandbars, and islands of the WI River and Lake WI. Relax with friends or family on the deck after a day canoeing or kayaking around the sandy tree-covered islands.

Enjoy shallow water fishing from the sandbar in front, from our canoe, or use a boat to hit several of the best local fishing spots all within 5 minutes of the cottage: The Narrows, Fockes Bluffs, Tipperary Bluffs, and Camp Rest Park. Good fishing for Walleye, Smallmouth Bass, White Bass, Catfish, Largemouth, Crappie and more.

The cottage has a green lawn for yard games or for kids to run around in, plus just a block away is a park with playground equipment and wading beach, perfect for small children and dogs. Tennis and basketball courts are just a mile up the road. Bike riding opportunities on winding country roads in the area are fantastic. Up for a challenge? Circle Lake Wisconsin on your bike, it's about a 50-60 mile trip with a free ferryboat crossing as a highlight!

This two bedroom, two bathroom house has a full kitchen and an open layout. The kitchen is equipped with all you’ll need to prepare any meal you like…or grill out on waterside deck on the gas grill! Feeling lazy? Kick back and enjoy the 47” flat screen LCD HDTV, so...relax, sip a drink, even surf the web, and watch the river go by!

Beautiful views out the large living room windows and across the 16’x25’ deck look onto green, sandy islands and the undeveloped distant shores of the Wisconsin River as it opens up into Lake Wisconsin.

FALL & WINTER FUN! After the summer crowds leave you’ll find unique beauty and tranquility on the river. Tucked in among the surrounding bluffs and hillsides you’ll find gorgeous fall colors and dazzling winter scenery. Hundreds of wooded acres across the street are home to the Red Bellied Woodpecker, Wild Turkey, and White Tailed Deer, while the ever-changing river offers views of Sandhill Cranes, Bald Eagles, Beaver, and Muskrat. Scenic drives in all directions make interesting day trips more fun! Many nearby day-trip possibilities including the Wollensheim Winery, Wisconsin Dells, Devil's Lake State Park, Baraboo Circus World Museum, and so much more. Nearby ski hills include Cascade Mountain (15 min) and Devilshead Lodge (30 min).

So much to see and so much to do! Relaxing!

Fish for Walleye, Smallmouth Bass, White Bass, Catfish, Largemouth, Crappie, and more. Many nearby day-trip possibilities including the WI Dells, Devil's Lake State Park, Baraboo Circus World Museum, and more! Great bird-watching!

Keywords: Scenery, Quiet, Serene, Fishing, Beautiful Views, Sandbar

Property manager

Dave Weber
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children welcome
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Up to 2 dogs allowed with $25/night pet fee.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed inside the cottage.

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

Poynette

Located in Poynette, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Devil's Lake State Park and Devil's Lake. Happy Hollow Park and Glenview Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Poynette, WI

What's nearby

  • Happy Hollow Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Cascade Mountain Ski Area - 28 min drive - 29.9 km
  • Devil's Head Ski Resort - 37 min drive - 39.1 km
  • Devil's Lake State Park - 40 min drive - 41.5 km
  • Devil's Lake - 50 min drive - 47.9 km

Getting around

  • Portage Station - 26 min drive
  • Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Remi's Thirsty Moose - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Fitz's On The Lake - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪A & W's POUR HOUSE Bar & Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Bar & Grill - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Island View Hideaway-Peaceful, On Water, Canoe, Scenic, Birds, Nature, Sandbars! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Island View Hideaway-Peaceful, On Water, Canoe, Scenic, Birds, Nature, Sandbars!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Island View Hideaway-Peaceful, On Water, Canoe, Scenic, Birds, Nature, Sandbars!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Island View Hideaway-Peaceful, On Water, Canoe, Scenic, Birds, Nature, Sandbars! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps away from Glacial Lake Wisconsin and Wisconsin River. Happy Hollow Park is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 169 out of 197 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 197 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 197 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 197 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 197 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Carole D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location but needs some improvement
The location of this house is lovely. The back deck overlooking the very peaceful water was wonderful. We appreciated the gate on the deck so the dogs wouldn’t get off the deck when we didn’t want them to. We really got a kick out of the sandhill cranes calling to each other and we saw bald eagles twice.We used the house as a base for many hiking adventures in the area and the nature could not be more beautiful.A few things that weren’t great: the upstairs bedroom is only accessible by a very very narrow spiral staircase. The dogs wouldn’t go up there and my 78 year old mom, who hiked several miles a day with me and my sister and is very fit, was not comfortable in the stairs. If I had little kids I wouldn’t have liked them using the spiral staircase. I think that should’ve been disclosed in the description. The pans in the kitchen had scratched Teflon and I don’t think they are safe to use. We had to go buy disposable pans at the piggly wiggly. The extra sheets for the pull out couch (where I slept since my dog would’ve cried all night if I had gone upstairs since she couldn’t go up the spiral stairs) were threadbare and scratchy and the extra blankets were stained so I wasn’t comfortable with their cleanliness. The upstairs bathroom wasn’t clean.We were graciously allowed a late checkout with we appreciated. The binder with suggestions about the area helped us find some great hiking spots. The local caretaker was friendly and unobtrusive.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Island view
Very clean nice place with a wonderful hot tub, and amazing views.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring break
Our family had a amazing stay at the Island View Hideaway. Due to it's location we had many of opportunity to see and hear ambudance of water foul and other wild life. S'mores by the fire and use of the hot tube where hylites. If making day tripes such as the Wisconsin Dells or Milwalkee, this was a great location and match. I would like to come back during the summer and see so much more.John, Kathryn, Micheal and Gabe.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Shannon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Lovely and Clean but had a negative rental manager experience.
This cottage is wonderful! It was so clean and cozy. We came here for a ladies' weekend. 3 sisters and our mom. We LOVED the hot tub, the view was breathtaking, quiet neighborhood, and easy access in/out. The host was communicative during the VRBO process and was very accommodating with my questions. The rental manager, however, was not great. We had issues with the gas fireplace. (We came in February and it's still cold so we were excited for this luxury for extra warmth). I needed to call the manager our first night to get instructions on how to restart it as it was shut off. He was helpful, however, very short with me and I felt like it was inconvenient that I had to call him for this. I got it turned back on and we shut it off before bed. The next day, we were apprehensive on restarting it (the instructions in the binder were not aligning with the pilot, etc.). I called the manager asking him if he could possibly come over (the VRBO instructions stated he lived across the street) and assist us in a safe start and maybe go over the correct process. He refused and was annoyed with me and proceeded to blame us for 'messing around with it' and it will just have to remain off. I was really taken back by his demeanor and I only hope the host is aware of this so it does not happen to future tenants.Highly recommend this rental if the future of management can be improved.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend visit
It was a comfortable visit. We enjoyed the Christmas decorations and the hot tub. It was very convenient to have two bathrooms, and to be able to bring our dog with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanna F.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosalind F.

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

10/10 Excellent

Penny M.

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

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mid-week getaway - relaxing!
Traveled from Milwaukee for the beauty and peacefulness of nature by the Wisconsin River. We enjoyed our stay in this very nice home with a great location. Well cared for property and we’d definitely return!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanna D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cabin
We enjoyed staying at the cabin. Being tall, at first I was intimidated by the slope of the roof, but, I did not hit my head. The set up of the property was great
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corena Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
PERFECT LOCATION
We arrived on a Thursday & left on Monday. We had a wedding in the area (we are from NH). This place was home away from home and even better we were allowed to bring our dane. The deck was beautiful, the hot tub was a perfect touch & used it every night. We come every year ti visit our friends, this will be on our hit list every year. Thank you all so much for sharing your cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Sharon H.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Not that clean
Its a beautiful location but not that clean and sauna didnt work
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent spot
The house was perfect, with a great location on the water and an amazing view. The bird feeders were fantastic -- hummingbirds and orioles all day. The house was well appointed -- kitchen and BBQ and hot tub all terrific. The only problem was that the DVD player did not work -- it kept going black. Not a huge deal but something that could probably be fixed easily..
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing thanks dave
Great house have everything you need with great view and beautiful wildlife
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teri

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birders Paradise
I booked Island View Hideaway for our statecation because my husband is a birder and it did not disappoint. It is also perfectly situated for visiting Cave of the mounds, House on the Rock and Devils Lake without the crowds of the dells.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay on the river
My family loves this place! We stayed in the smaller house next door 3 years ago and came back because it is so peaceful. We live just an hour away so this is a perfect escape for a few days of "spring break". It is great just sitting in the hot tub and watching the birds on the river. We will hopefully come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely getaway
View of the river, with birds and cranes and geese - check. Hot tub - check. Fire pit - check. Dog friendly - check. This is the place for a lovely and relaxing getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place!
We had a phenomenal time! So close to cascade for skiing. The biggest bonus is that our family dog could come with, and that was huge for us. Hot tub was amazing! Kids had their own spot, and lots of entertaining games and movies! Want to come back in the summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet
After skiing and snowboarding it was a perfect t place to relax for the night.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing place on the river
Island View Hideaway is a cozy relaxing place. Lots of places to walk our dog, even with it being rainy!! It was just what we were looking for!! So much to watch right outside the back patio doors. The only suggestion would be to have a grab bar attached to the shower or side wall of the toilet for folks who have trouble getting up from the low toilet.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getaway
Lovely cottage right on the lake. Kitchen well stocked. Staircase for upstairs is a little tricky, definitely not for elderly people. Property and cottage nicely kept. We would come back
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frances H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great time
We had a great time as always. The on site maintenance man was great - very helpful. He made sure that everything was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wisconsin Dream Vaca....
Very nice cabin/house on the backwaters of the Wisconsin River. Mostly kayaks and canoes passing by. Great area to just float and enjoy scenery. The property with a nice sand bar in front makes for a peaceful setting. The furniture and amenities within the home are in very good condition with name brand appliances. Everything worked and was easy to get into vacation mode. Thank goodness for the Wifi, cell single can be spotty. The property manager stopped by and was quick to fix/adjust/ and offer help. He really went out of his way to make sure we were comfortable. We really liked the property and plan to be back next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing
This place is very clean and relaxing. The veiw of the river is beautiful and there are multiple species of birds every morning just hanging around the bird feeder. You can even go outside and sit down with a cup of coffee and the birds will still come. The neighborhood is peaceful and quiet also. If you need to unwind from day to day stuff this is the place to go.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Dave Weber

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I grew up and still live in Highland Park, IL and went to college in Wisconsin (UW-Eau Claire). We love to camp and fish and canoe and bike and hike! This area is perfect for that. Cheryl would only let me but a cottage to enjoy this area that I've enjoyed my whole life if we could find a way to help it pay it's way. So we started renting it as a vacation home on VRBO and Homeaway and the rest is history. We love coming up and staying at our cottages (we also own a smaller cottage next door, called Quietwater Cottage)!

Why they chose this property

I have fished and enjoyed this beautiful area since I was a boy. We purchased this cottage to enjoy and share with others who want great memories. It is next door to our other cottage, Quietwater Cottage, which is a little smaller but equally nice.

What makes this property unique

The open layout this cottage with the great views of the water and islands sold us on this wonderful getaway! We loved the big deck on the water side and the gently sloping yard to the water. Nothing like watching sunset from the hot tub! It's close to so many fun things to do. We provide a canoe and rowboat for our guests and shallow water in front make it easy to get out on the water and enjoy the beauty of the river and sandy islands. Guests may have to carry or drag boats a short distance to get to deeper water.

Languages:

English

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