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Waters Edge Private Cottage

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Property grounds
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
8.0

Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
    DryerDryer
  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
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  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen

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Merrimac, Wisconsin
  • Popular LocationMerrimac Ferry Dock13 min walk
  • Popular LocationIce Age Trail Trailhead6 min drive
  • Popular LocationDevil's Head Ski Resort11 min drive
  • AirportMadison, WI (MSN-Dane County Regional)45 min drive

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About this property

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

Waters Edge Private Cottage

Come live your lake life at Waters Edge Cottage on fabulous Lake Wisconsin! This property offers over 100ft of water frontage and breathtaking views of the open water! Big, open windows in the living room make you feel like you are sitting right on top of the water. This newly remodeled home is in a prime location in the heart of Merrimac, WI, 2 minutes from the public boat launch, and only 8 miles from Devil's Lake State Park, Merrimac Ferry, and Parfrey's Glen.

The perfect getaway for family and friends to enjoy some time on the water. This property offers year-round activities including swimming, kayaking, canoeing, fishing, boating, water skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, and ice fishing. Inside the home offers many amenities including TVs in every room, memory foam mattresses, and a fully stocked kitchen including items such as Tupperware, a NutriBullet, a coffee frother, and Crockpot! Open-concept kitchen and living room space gives you plenty of room to spread out while still being together. There are even activities for the little ones including coloring books and crayons!

Outside you will have access to the dock (no boat included), a canoe, kayaks, and a stand-up paddleboard (lifejackets are limited, so we suggest bringing your own). Other outdoor gems would be the spacious deck with access to a Weber charcoal grill, pellet smoker, Char-Boil gas grill, and a firepit (guests need to bring their own wood). In the bedroom 1 closet, you will find baby gates, iron, iron board, and crayons. In bedroom 2 open closet you will find additional bedding and other kids' activities. The deck provides you with a spectacular sunrise and sunset every day of your stay!

Please note guests may not dock/tie your boat to the pier overnight.

Also note that the TV located in the living room has Firestick. Guests will need to login and out of their streaming services when utilizing the Firestick. The master bedroom and the second bedroom do not have SMART TVS meaning guests are welcome to bring their own SMART compatible streaming device if preferred.

Guests will be sent a code 1-2 days prior to their stay as there is a smart lock on the main entrance to the home. Instructions on how to enter will be sent 1 day before arrival to your email.

This home is located in the Merrimac, WI, only 8 miles from Devil's Lake State Park, Merrimac Ferry, Devils Head, and Parfrey's Glen. Public access to Lake Wisconsin is located 2 minutes away from the home on Palisade St. in Merrimac.

Parking for the home is limited to 2 vehicles. Memorial Park is a block down from the property and has public parking available for extra vehicles and boat trailers! No street parking is available in front of the home.

Great restaurants are in Merrimac with larger cities such as Baraboo and Prairie du Sac within 20 minutes of the home. There is a small country store in town for immediate needs, but would suggest getting additional supplies at the Walmart or Grocery stores located in Baraboo.

Please be mindful of neighbors as quiet hours are from 11:00 PM-7:00 AM. Guests will be responsible for bringing their own firewood, propane, and smoker pellets.

You may not dock/tie your boat to the pier overnight.

No fires outside of the permitted fire pit/ring

If found smoking, vaping, or burning of any kind inside the unit the tenant will be charged $250. All smoking, vaping, and burning must be done outside at least 30 feet from the building.

Fireworks are strictly prohibited. Tenants found violating this policy will be charged $250.

Parties are strictly prohibited. Tenants found violating this policy will be charged $500.

Property manager

Chris Gantz

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Kayak on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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

14100

About the area

Merrimac

This holiday home is located in Merrimac. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Devil's Lake State Park and Devils Lake.

What's nearby

  • Merrimac Ferry Dock - 13 min walk
  • Ice Age Trail Trailhead - 6 min drive
  • Devil's Head Ski Resort - 11 min drive
  • Devil's Lake State Park - 14 min drive
  • Devils Lake - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Portage Station - 21 min drive
  • Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Log Tavern Pizza - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Remi's Thirsty Moose - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Bar & Grill - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Fitz's On The Lake - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Fish Tales - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waters Edge Private Cottage pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Waters Edge Private Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waters Edge Private Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waters Edge Private Cottage located?

Situated in Merrimac, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Glacial Lake Wisconsin and Merrimac Ferry Dock. Wisconsin River and Ice Age Trail Trailhead are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 4 reviews" "

7.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend with Family
Cute lake cottage- reminded me of my parents home- great communication with Chris regarding TV issues- could have been cleaner-you could see dirt/ dust under bed in single queen room when sitting on living room couch Overall worked great little place
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spot
Won $500 pull tab this weekend. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mandy L., Plymouth, wi

Liked: Cleanliness
Star gazing at devils lake
My son wanted to go to Devil’s Lake State Park for his birthday. We wanted a small quiet getaway and we got it! The added bonus was the kids catching fish right behind the house. Very close to state park. Great little lakehouse. Very clean! Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Mary Ann W.

Disliked: Cleanliness
On the Lake Weekend
You can't ask for a better spot "on the lake.' We enjoyed relaxing on the deck with great lake views. The house was welcoming, clean, and the perfect size for our family. Check-in was easy and our host was responsive and helpful. Perfect weekend get-away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023