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Retreat on Lake Winnebago

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Sun loungers, beach towels
Property grounds
Interior
TV, fireplace, books
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8134 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Retreat on Lake Winnebago

Ranch style house, great for families, couples or groups at a reasonable price for staying directly on Lake Winnebago. Huge yard with fire pit, horseshoe pit, nestled in a quiet cove with shallow sandy waters right off the pier. The pier is available for use, however the water is only ~2 feet deep. Beds to accommodate 6 adults and 2 kids plus blow up cot if needed.
Bedroom 1: Queen
Bedroom 2: Queen
Bedroom 3: Full
"Office": Twin bunk beds

Feel free to make use of our bag set in the yard, grill / fully stocked kitchen for making meals, stand-up paddle boards, and more! Make yourselves at home, all sheets / linens / towels are there for your use.
*BRAND NEW CARPET in all bedrooms (Jan 2022)
*BRAND NEW FLOORS in living room / kitchen (Jan 2022)
*BRAND NEW DECK built in Spring 2022

The southeastern side of Oshkosh is woodsy, quiet, and tucked away from all the hustle and bustle, but still close to modern conveniences (Pik n Save, Target, Walmart, Shopko, Menards, etc). Oshkosh is home to the annual EAA AirVenture, and the house is only ~15 minutes from the action in July!

Property manager

Katie Skipworth

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Paddleboard on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1440 sq ft (134 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Hideaway Lake Winnebago Oshkosh
Hideaway Winnebago Oshkosh
Hideaway On Winnebago Oshkosh
Hideaway on Lake Winnebago Oshkosh
Hideaway on Lake Winnebago Private vacation home
Hideaway on Lake Winnebago Private vacation home Oshkosh

About the neighborhood

Map
Oshkosh, WI

What's nearby

  • Menominee Nation Arena - 12 min drive
  • Oshkosh Convention Center - 13 min drive
  • University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh - 14 min drive
  • The Outlet Shoppes at Oshkosh - 17 min drive
  • EAA Aviation Museum - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Fond du Lac, WI (FLD-Fond du Lac County) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪TJ's Harbor Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pete's Garage Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cooligins - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ardy & Ed's Drive In - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪TJ's Highland Steakhouse - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Retreat on Lake Winnebago pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Retreat on Lake Winnebago?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Retreat on Lake Winnebago?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Retreat on Lake Winnebago located?

This family-friendly Oshkosh vacation home is located on the waterfront, steps from Lake Winnebago, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Hughes Home Maid Chocolates and Oshkosh Saturday Farmers Market. The Outlet Shoppes at Oshkosh and Ford Festival Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Retreat on Lake Winnebago Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 115 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 115 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Art W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing Trip 2024
Nice place.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location & family spot
Cozy with a great view. A great family spot by the lake with beautiful trees and a good set up. Coffee and amenities were available and this property had a host that cared and shared their cabin like we were family.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
We stayed. At the property for 6 days. Very beautiful view. Very clean. Host was very accommodating, and vet responsive. Would stay again , if going to this area. Comfortable beds and living area. Easy to get around as well.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
This is a lovely property in a quiet neighborhood. The owner was great to work with and very friendly. There was alot of fun stuff to do from the paddleboards to yard games. We all had the best time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim A.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
Great place with a lovely setting. We rated the home as well as we could. Five stars for the host who was awesome. Unfortunately the smell of cat urine was so thick in the air that we had to buy air fresheners and have candles lit all weekend. A lovely place and a great host, but we are sensitive to animal odors and no review mentioned this, nor did the wonderful owner.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Wisconsin Getaway
10/10. Great location right on the water, enough space for all of our guests and close to many great marinas/restaurants Katie was also very helpful and got back to me right away if I had any questions! This is a great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad H.

Liked: Cleanliness
another great stay
we really enjoy this fully stocked house
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne J.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Lake Home
We enjoyed our stay, beds were very comfortable. House was a good size for 8 people. Kitchen has a good selection of pots, pans. The appliances were nice and we really liked the dishwasher. We liked the little things that Katie provided - spices, oil, condiments, plastic wrap, foil, plastic bags, extra toilet paper and paper towel and poopoouri in the bathrooms. It was also nice to have beach towels to use. Lake was nice with sandy bottom and shallow for quite a way out. We enjoyed swimming and using the paddleboards. When we first entered the home, there was a "cat pee" odor but it got better over the week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
WI lake getaway
Great clean home with fun for all ages. Loved hanging by the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon D., Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a Quick Getaway!
The Lake Winnebago property was perfect for our annual fall trip. Our communication with Katie was excellent and prompt! The house was clean and comfortable. Whether it was hanging out and watching some football or relaxing outside by the lake it was just what we needed! We would definitely return! Thanks again a Katie!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful View
We truly enjoyed our stay. Katie was amazing and provided excellent communication! The lake view is absolutely gorgeous! Our family enjoyed the outside setting and had an outstanding time!! Thanks a million!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family get away
Fantastic lake house for a week of recreation and relaxation. House was perfect with an amazing yard and lake. We enjoyed kayaking and paddle boarding and took advantage of golf courses and bike paths in the area. Just what we were looking for!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

K H., Appleton WI

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome neighborhood
House was perfect for our three generations. Ages 1 1/2 to 69 all enjoyed the large backyard, shallow water and fishing. Owners provide so much more than the listing! Pack n play, shampoo, many kitchen items not just spices. Loved walking the area, rarely saw a car. Beds were great, laundry better than we have at home. Two great bathrooms large kitchen and living room and a beautiful deck. Plenty of parking. Great suggestions for out to eat and things to do.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edward G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Winner on Lake Winnebago
A comfortable retreat that is centrally located for an Oshkosh vacation. Katie was responsive to all our questions, and her home provided ample space for our group to relax. Water toys to use on the lake were an added benefit. Super enjoyable and would definitely recommend.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great lakefront property
We had a great stay and adored the view of Lake Winnebago. We want to come again. It was close to lots of places to bird watch. We enjoyed sitting by the water and watching the sunsets. The kitchen is nice and big enough for us to cook together. It's a lovely home in a quiet neighborhood. It was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie O.

Liked: Cleanliness
A very nice stay
The property was just as described. There was enough room for all of the family. The lake was great for kids, shallow enough for them to have fun. The family enjoyed the paddle boards and kayak. Thanks Katie and Bill for a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake life here is wonderful
We had a fantastic stay at this home. Lots of room for us to spread out. Two nice bathrooms too. Everything we needed in the kitchen. The view from the bedrooms and living room directly to the lake was icing on the cake!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan H., Hancock

Liked: Cleanliness
Lifest trip
We had a wonderful stay. We were in Oshkosh for Lifest. The kids loved the paddle boards. Will stay again.😄
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W., Bloomingdale

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous stay!
We enjoyed our time! The house was very cute and comfortable. The lake was beautiful. Kids swam right iff the dock, enjoyed the kayak and paddle boards and spent time fishing. The lake is relatively quiet which was perfect for us. Great place to relax and enjoy the lake! Oshkosh and Fond Du Lac are nice towns. We hope to be back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joel Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
It would have been nice if there wouldn't have been so many neighbors but the neighbors were all nice. Otherwise it was a very good overall experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location
Was perfect location to stay to fish the lake close to town but just right to get to town for dinner and things needed 👍👍👍👍👍
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just as advertised
This was our first time staying here and have already booked again for next year. Check in was a breeze and the owners were easy to work with. Great location, wonderful cabin with all the amenities!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina W.

Liked: Cleanliness
One of the best VRBO
We loved the location, which is in a residential area and very little traffic so we could take a walk. We loved the home: comfortable beds, clean, spacious for 7 people. We never ran out of hot water for showers. Communication with the owners was easy. Close to the outlet mall, Paine Art Center, EAA museum and restaurants. This was one of the best VRBO we have ever stayed at.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

David K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it!
Beautiful setting on a lovely cove, quiet street, very cozy and comfortable and very well stocked with needed supplies. Gas fire place for ambience. Super nice owner, very helpful. Children can enjoy swimming at the dock, for deeper water you go out farther.
Stayed 30 nights in Sep 2022