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Spacious Lakehouse w/ Deck, Kayaks, & Dock!

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Cambridge Vacation Rental | 4BR | 2BA | 3,000 Sq Ft | Stairs Required
Living Room | Cable TV
Private Deck
Living Room | Free WiFi | Main Level
Living area

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12277.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Cambridge, Wisconsin
  • Lake Ripley Park Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Cam-Rock Park Area
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Cambridge Winery
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Madison, WI (MSN-Dane County Regional)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

+2
5 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Spacious Lakehouse w/ Deck, Kayaks, & Dock!

Find your next lakefront getaway at this Cambridge 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom vacation rental! Settled onto the banks of Lake Ripley, this roomy house boasts 3,000 square feet of living space packed with amenities to make your stay special. Hang out in the seasonal game room after you whip up something delicious in the fully equipped kitchen! For some lake fun, take the included canoe and kayaks for a spin, cast a line off the new private dock, or just kick back on the deck with a view of the water!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Driveway Parking for 4 Vehicles | Lake Views | 3,000 Sq Ft | Free WiFi

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: King Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bedroom 4 (Bunk Room, Sleeps 6): Twin/Full Bunk Bed, 2 Twin/Twin Bunk Beds

OUTDOOR LIVING: New private seasonal dock (mid-May-early October), furnished deck, gas grill, Adirondack chairs, canoe, 2 kayaks, life jackets
INDOOR LIVING: Cable TV, games, game table, ceiling fans
KITCHEN: Fully equipped w/ cooking basics, microwave, dishwasher, drip coffee maker, toaster oven, toaster, island w/ seating
GENERAL: Washer/dryer, towels & linens, cleaning essentials, air conditioning, central heating
ACCESSIBILITY: Multi-level home, 2 exterior staircases to enter, bedroom & bathroom on 1st floor, interior stairs required to access bedrooms on upper level
PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles), garage (2 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

LAKES: Lake Ripley - sandy bottom, swimming off dock (on-site), Hope Lake (3.1 miles), Red Cedar Lake (3.5 miles), Rock Lake (9.7 miles), Lake Koshkonong (10.3 miles), Lake Kegonsa (19.0 miles)
GOLF COURSES: Lake Ripley Country Club (0.7 miles), Yahara Hills Golf Course (15.0 miles), The Oaks Golf Course (15.6 miles), Monona Golf Course (19.7 miles), Willow Brook Golf Course (20.7 miles)
PARKS + ATTRACTIONS: Ripley Park (0.8 miles), Cambridge Winery (2.2 miles), Dancing Goat Distillery (2.6 miles), CamRock County Park (3.2 miles), Aztalan State Park (12.3 miles), Lake Kegonsa State Park (16.7 miles)
MADISON: Olbrich Botanical Gardens (21.3 miles), Kohl Center (23.1 miles), Henry Vilas Zoo (23.3 miles), University of Wisconsin-Madison (23.4 miles), Camp Randall Stadium (23.8 miles)
AIRPORT: Dane County Regional Airport (27.2 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This multi-level home requires using 2 exterior staircases to enter. While it features a bedroom and bathroom on the 1st floor, interior stairs are required to access the bedrooms located on the upper level
- The boathouse where the ping-pong table and the air hockey table are accessible in summer/fall months only, as it is not heated
- The homeowners occasionally bring their dogs to the property so this property may not be suitable for guests with allergies
- The dock is available seasonally from mid-May to early October. It is removed the second week of October
This is a quiet, residential neighborhood with year-round residents. Please be respectful of our neighbors. You may not have any more than the maximum number stated on the premises

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

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

About the area

Cambridge

Located in Cambridge, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Cambridge Historic School Museum and Panther Intaglio Effigy Mound are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Lake Ripley Lanes and Hinchley's Dairy Farm. Travelling with kids? Consider Busy Barns Adventure Farm, or check out an event or a game at Jefferson Speedway. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting nearby.
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Cambridge, Wisconsin

What's nearby

  • Lake Ripley Park Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Cam-Rock Park Area - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Cambridge Winery - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Dancing Goat Distillery - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Jefferson Speedway - 7 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

  • Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kurt's Never Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hering's Lake Ripley Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cambridge Winery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kranky's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lake Ripley Family Restaurant - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious Lakehouse w/ Deck, Kayaks, & Dock! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious Lakehouse w/ Deck, Kayaks, & Dock!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Lakehouse w/ Deck, Kayaks, & Dock!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Lakehouse w/ Deck, Kayaks, & Dock! located?

This family-friendly Cambridge holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Ripley Park Beach and Cambridge Historic School Museum. Lake Ripley Lanes and Cam-Rock Park Area are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Evan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and comfortable!
The beds were comfortable, the home was very well stocked (both in the kitchen and in the games cabinet) and everything was as described. We had a great time on the lake and would recommend this place without hesitation! A couple notes depending on your situation: - There are a fair number of (somewhat tall and uneven) stairs down from where you park to get into the house and there are two curved stairways in the house as well, so this wouldn't be a great spot for folks with mobility issues - The nearby Ripley Park is a lovely spot with a nice playground and a great beach - but you do have to pay to get in ($5/adult, $2/kid) so be aware of that
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house on a fun lake
The Lake Ripley house was excellent for our large family gathering. We really enjoyed the large kitchen and dining area, plus ample bedrooms and baths. The lake is best for kayaking and fishing, but too weedy for swimming. We did kayak to the beach for a swim day. There was a pretty loud band playing at the marina on Saturday night, so not as peaceful as we would have hoped, but all other nights were quieter. We enjoyed the fire pit by the water’s edge and the huge deck. A few improvements are waiting to be done (broken pier, the gameroom needs some attention) but overall, but we are glad we stayed here. Lots to do and see in Cambridge… be sure to check out the garden and pottery stores in (and around) town.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Ann J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A few issues.
The steps down to property were difficult and covered with leaves. After cleaning up the leaves, it was a bit easier. The lock box was very difficult. I have used lock boxes in the past, This one was very temperamental. The beds in the bunk bed room were not made up. There was a window open upstairs when we checked in. The basement door was also open. There was a tooth brush and underwear on the dresser in the bunk bed room.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
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6/10 Okay

michael

so so
The house was nice, but was left not cleaned up. It was as if we were the first people in the house this summer. The water was terrible, weedy, mucky. No way to get in and out of kayaks safely. Ladder at dock would make it more usable. There were many rules for guests to follow in a house that was left not ready for guests. The door across basement stairs did not latch securely, we did have a 2 year old and we needed to keep a cooler in front of it for safety purposes. The house did not give a fair warning about all the not so easy stairs outside, road to house stairs. The area was nice so would consider renting again in the area.

10/10 Excellent

J C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well appointed home in a great location
The home had everything we needed and more, including plenty of water sport equipment and, as a surprise hit for mornings and evenings, puzzles! The owners were communicative and welcoming, although it took VRBO literally weeks and multiple requests to give me their contact information when I had a question about life jackets (the home has quite a few, for children and adults).
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Wedding Weekend
We had a wonderful time celebrating our son's marriage and having this beautiful home be home base for everyone. I loved all the different spaces so we could all have separate conversations going without talking over one another. The view was spectacular. Be ready for lots of steps going down to the front door. If you have someone in your party who is elderly or handicapped, this may not be the place for you. Otherwise, we loved this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great gathering place for families.
A spacious household which accommodated our families well. Beautiful full kitchen. Awesome view of the lake. Not much room outside to play with little kids. Many steps due to the house location being on a hillside. Parking for four vehicles is bit of a stretch but our three full-size vehicles worked ok.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michele B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beyond Expectation
This property has so much space to accommodate everyone in your group comfortably.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Grey P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Dock was very disappointing
Overall the inside of the house was great and had lots of room. The yard is small but it’s on a lake so can’t really expect a large yard. The reason for the 3 stars is the dock. It is very narrow and in rough shape. It is hard to fish from with just two people and is not really safe for kids. If the dock was replaced with a newer, larger dock then this would be a great place to rent.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

Perfect Lakehouse!
This is such a wonderful lake house! It had absolutely everything we could possibly need. They literally thought of everything! It is placed right on beautiful Lake Ripley in a quiet neighborhood. Beautiful views with lots of fun activities to be had by all. Our family had a wonderful time together. The neighbors are very kind and helpful. It has not been easy for them to have their quiet lake neighborhood, where they have lived for many, many years, interrupted by a weekly rental, but they were very gracious. I would recommend to anyone who stays here to respect the neighbors' property, especially sticking to only the parking spots in front of and to the side of the garage, to keep the noise levels down, and to watch your speed on the road. The neighbors are really kind people but need to be shown respect in regards to what is their own, as we all do. This is a beautiful place and we would love to stay here again in the future! It's a little piece of paradise and we are so thankful it was available to us!

8/10 Good

Glenda V., Sioux Center, Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Provided everything we needed.
COVID changed our usual holiday plans so we decided to meet in the middle with some of our family at Lake Ripley. There was room for everyone and we enjoyed going into Cambridge to the local coffee shop. Although written in the description at the very end we missed the fact that the game room isn’t part of the house and isn’t usable in the winter months. We enjoyed our time together as family and would recommend this rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

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