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Lion on Dake Lake - Chain O' Lakes Waupaca, WI

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Front of the house
Backyard with picnic table, gas grill, fire pit (starter firewood provided).
Paddle boat, kayaks, row boat, fishing poles, hammock, SUPs are available.
Fire pit area stocked with a limited supply of wood.
New dock installed 2021; bring your own boat or rent our Bennington pontoon.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Waupaca, WI
  • Crystal River
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Hartman Creek State Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Foxfire Golf Club
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Stevens Point, WI (STE-Stevens Point Municipal)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Extension of Upper Level Bedroom 2

3 Single Beds and 1 Child Bed

Lower level Bedroom 1

2 Single Bunk Beds

Lower level Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Office 1

1 Single Sofa Bed

Upper level bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Upper level Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Upper Level Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

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

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lion on Dake Lake - Chain O' Lakes Waupaca, WI

Book your getaway to relax and enjoy what Dake Lake has to offer. In our "home away from home" we provide many amenities--towels, hotel quality linens, blankets, pillows, utensils, dishes, pots and pans, USB chargers, Smart TVs, WIFI, blu-ray player, assorted DVDs, board games, puzzles. A high chair and pack 'n play are available.

This home was originally built with a traditional 1st floor master bedroom in mind. However, we made an adjustment turning it into a game room. With this modification, it allows the full bathroom to be available for all guests. The game room has a full size poker table, Smart TV with a blue-ray DVD player and an assortment of DVDs. We have also stocked the closet with board games and puzzles.

We have 3-bedrooms (all with queen size beds) located on the 2nd floor. There is a spacious bonus sleeping area off of the 2nd bedroom. This bonus room has 2-twin beds, a rollaway twin bed, plus a twin bed with a twin size trundle. This configuration makes for a nice family suite.

The family room has an AMAZING view of Dake Lake. Beautiful cherrywood bookcases flank the gas log fireplace. With a simple touch of the remote, the fireplace will turn on offering a warm ambience. 65" flat screen Smart TV with room darkening curtains provide a relaxing atmosphere.

The kitchen is fully stocked with the usual suspects--electric oven/glass stove top burners, top freezer/bottom refrigerator, dishwasher, garbage disposal, countertop microwave. We have added a couple of fun items--an IKITCH ice maker and a designated coffee/tea/hot cocoa area--coffee pot/single serve, stove top kettle, electric kettle, hot cocoa machine (YES, a machine!!) along with various sweeteners, non-dairy creamers, coffees and teas. Also, plenty of platters and items for your entertaining needs. The kitchen eating area can seat (6) and has picture windows with the lake view.

The separate dining room has seating for (6) with a reading nook by the window. We have a Cooper's Hawk Grapevine Decanter available for the wine connoisseurs or for the rest of us that just like gadgets. As wine is poured into the decanter it wraps around the glass bubble, aerating the wine and releasing the bouquet. The wine flows through a filter and then into the glass cone where it can be dispensed with ease. For times when the gang wants to eat together, we also provide a foldable banquet table with (8) folding chairs in the garage.

In the lower level, there are 2-bedrooms; one with a queen size bed, the other with 2-sets of bunk beds (sleeps 4 people under 100 lbs). Also in the lower level is a designated private office/study room with a desk and a sofa sleeper (sleeps 2). Full bathroom with a walk-in shower is accessible to our lower level guests. ANOTHER full laundry room with commercial washer and dryer is available.

The game rooms (1st floor and lower level) are bound to keep all ages entertained with a dartboard, pool table, ping pong table overlay, board games, and wet bar. The wet bar in the lower level is stocked with various glassware for beer, Moscow mules, wine and mixed drinks. A coffee maker, blender, mini-fridge are also available for your added convenience.

Long list of items available for you to enjoy--gas BBQ grill with extra propane tank, fire pit, fishing poles, bikes, kayaks, canoe, stand-up paddle boards, peddle boat, corn hole and other outdoor games. We provide our guests with a limited supply of firewood.

Dake Lake is a 35-acre lake with a maximum depth of 26 feet. Fish include Musky, Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Trout and Walleye. The lakefront has a soft, shallow bottom. We recommend going to the beautiful local beach which is about a 10 minute drive from the home or a sandbar on the chain for swimming.

Take a short stroll or drive and spend the day in downtown Waupaca, visit one of the neighborhood restaurants or bars. Enjoy the live entertainment at Clearwater Harbor Restaurant and Bar, watch the Chain Skiers perform or book a narrated cruise touring Waupaca's Chain O’ Lakes during the summer months.

Property manager

Marcia Burke

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Bunk beds. No wake lake. Shallow, soft shore.
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Events

No events allowed
Limited parking. Must be respectful of neighbors.
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Pets

No pets allowed
Owner has asthma and pet allergies.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
May smoke outside. Dispose of materials properly.
Please remove your shoes while inside the house.
Please be respectful of the neighbors by keeping noise/music down, only use the private dock for our home. Obey the water rules and regulations.

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
Note from host: Limited parking. Must be respectful of neighbors.
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

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Waupaca

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Chain O' Lakes, a neighbourhood in Waupaca. Foxfire Golf Club and Central Waters Brewing Company are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hartman Creek State Park and Pickerel Lake State Natural Area. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Waupaca, WI

What's nearby

  • Crystal River - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Hartman Creek State Park - 7 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Foxfire Golf Club - 9 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Waupaca Woods Shopping Mall - 9 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Long Lake - 18 min drive - 14.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪H.H. Hinder Brewing Co. - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lion on Dake Lake - Chain O' Lakes Waupaca, WI pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lion on Dake Lake - Chain O' Lakes Waupaca, WI?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lion on Dake Lake - Chain O' Lakes Waupaca, WI?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lion on Dake Lake - Chain O' Lakes Waupaca, WI located?

This family-friendly Waupaca holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Crystal River and Hartman Creek State Park. Waupaca Woods Shopping Mall and Peoples Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lori K.

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

10/10 Excellent

Rod H.

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

Wonderful House

The house was fantastic. The layout gave everyone the privacy they needed but also several common areas to spend time together and play pool, ping pong, cards, arcade games, or anything else. The owners included everything you could think of to enjoy a stay on the water. We would definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

jennifer s.

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

August 2022

We had a great time on Dake Lake. The home has plenty of space and was immaculate. The view of the lake is beautiful and peaceful. The kids had a great time with all the amenities. A memorable trip!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Edward M.

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

Great location and home

Perfectly equipped home on a peaceful lake with plenty of activities for all ages. Thoroughly enjoyed the stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda I.

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

They thought of everything!

Beyond expectations, they have thought of everything to make our stay enjoyable and relaxing! One of the best vacation homes we have rented, we will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Becky B.

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

Lovely waterfront homr

Beautiful home with everything you need for a relaxing stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

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

Spectacular! All the bells and whistles!

This beautiful meticulously organized spacious home was a hit! Our large extended family of 14 from ages 8 to 80 all had a ton of fun celebrating my Dad’s 80th! So many amenities and details to enjoy. We loved cuddling around the fireplace, fishing off the dock, canoeing, paddle boarding, kayaking, paddle boating, s’mores around the fireplace and gathering in the formal dining room sing Happy Birthday. The picnic table was the perfect size for lunch outside and we also had fun playing ping pong in the basement. My nieces and daughter thought the secret baby room was fun to play in and we didn’t need to pack anything bc every cupboard and closet was organized and labeled with all one could possibly need including toys and games. We all had plenty of space and the design of the house made it easy to gather when we wanted. Marcia was an excellent host making sure our stay was all we expected. They also had a brand new pontoon we could have rented, but the time flew bc we we were having so much fun enjoying all of the other toys on the lake and just hanging out in the cozy home. We may make this an annual tradition!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Frank S.

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

Elegance meets nature

This is such a beautiful property! It is beautiful, clean, stocked with all the luxurious towels one could ask for and as you step outside to the lake, you are taken in by the beauty of nature. Having your morning coffee out on the bench overlooking the water is such a peaceful way to start the day. The game room is great for rainy weather, and overall just a beautiful, beautiful property! We were blessed to find it! It met all our needs and wants!

10/10 Excellent

Carrie C., Pleasant Prairie, WI

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

Lion on Dake Lake is Fantastic!

Lion on Dake Lake is an awesome property. We’ve stayed at a couple VRBOs over the past few years and this property is the best by far! All the special touches welcoming our family were a sweet surprise! The amenities are amazing all you need to bring are your personal items and Food! We loved docking our fishing boat on the pier all week. So great not to have to pull our boat out each day. We will definitely stay here again in the future. Plenty of space for our three families 15 in total with the youngest at 17! The Chain is beautiful. We have a great time fishing and tubing. Nice to come back to the house each night to a campfire. Well worth the money. This was our best vacation in a long time.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

John S., United States

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

Wonderful location on no wake lake.

A large space where a dozen or more people could sleep, eat, play and still have private time. A large house with four bathrooms! Host were great. Want to go back next year.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

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

Beautiful Home

The home was wonderful with all the amenities you would need. The little touches like fresh flowers and s'mores fixings were greatly appreciated. The views were beautiful, and we had enough space for all 8 of us comfortably. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bob R.

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

Family vacation on Dake Lake

Great family vacation with our children and grandchildren. House was absolutely amazing!! Plenty of room for everyone to spread out. The adults all had their own room and grandkids loved the bunk rooms!! We have stayed at a few other VRBO’s and this house by far was the best!! It has absolutely everything you could possibly need and then some!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Marcia Burke

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Welcome to your home away from home! As a hospitality enthusiast, I'm thrilled to share this slice of paradise with guests from far and near. From the moment you book until the day you depart, I'm here to ensure your time is nothing short of extraordinary.

We are a family of Wisconsinites (our families currently live in the Appleton/Milwaukee areas). Our parents have been in the commercial real estate business for 50+ years and of we siblings are following in their footsteps. Our dad is a Vietnam veteran who met our mom in Vietnam many years ago. Together, they have built a family business through hard work, self-sacrifice and a "family first" mentality. With their work ethic and example they set, we have been afforded this opportunity to own this home.

This home provides the conveniences we have all come to appreciate while offering a quiet reprieve from the stresses. We look forward to sharing it with you and your group!

Why they chose this property

Location, location, location! And what better location than on the Chain 'O Lakes in Waupaca. Approximately a 2-hour drive from Milwaukee, 3-1/2 hours from Chicago, 1-1/2 hours from Madison and 40 minutes from the Fox Cities (Appleton-ish). We get the "up North" feeling without the long commute.

What makes this property unique

The "Lion on Dake Lake" is special to our family for many reasons. This home provides an oasis to enjoy an escape while still being able to work, home school if necessary. We hope you will enjoy the Lion on the property as much as we do--removed during the winter months during hibernation but will make an appearance early spring. This Lion was part of the focal point of "Lions of the Valley", a public art project to recognize the Wisconsin premier of Disney's "The Lion King" at the PAC (Performing Arts Center) & Appleton, Wisconsin's sesquicentennial in 2007. "71" Fiberglass, life sized Lions & Cubs decorated by local artists, were unveiled on March 5, 2007 consisting of 50 Lions & 21 Cubs.

Our family purchased this Lion named Brett's Cat. We are Green Bay Packer fans so what a perfect addition--fair housing rules allow for Chicago Bear fans to enjoy our property too!

Languages:

English