With a stay at this vacation home, you'll be centrally located in Eau Claire, within a 10-minute drive of Paul Bunyan Logging Camp Museum and Downtown Farmers Market. .This vacation home is 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from Pablo Center at the Confluence and 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Children’s Museum of Eau Claire.
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire - 9 min drive - 6.7 miles
Pablo Center at the Confluence - 9 min drive - 5.2 miles
Children’s Museum of Eau Claire - 9 min drive - 5.2 miles
Chaos Waterpark - 10 min drive - 7.8 miles
Getting around
Eau Claire, WI (EAU-Chippewa Valley Regional) - 13 min drive
Restaurants
Casey's General Store - 8 min drive
The Fox Run - 5 min drive
Burger King - 7 min drive
Casa Vallarta - 6 min drive
Cowboy Jack's - 6 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Creekside Cottage! Lake Altoona Getaway
Waterfront Retreat Between Creek & Lake Altoona. Near Eau Claire & Chippewa Falls
Welcome to your perfect lakeside escape! This cozy 4-bedroom, 1-bathroom home is uniquely nestled between a quiet creek on one side and beautiful Lake Altoona on the other. With water views, it`s the ideal spot to relax, recharge, and enjoy the outdoors with close access to all the Chippewa Valley has to offer.
Charming 4BR Cottage | Waterfront | Sandbar & Creek Access | Near Eau Claire
Welcome to your perfect escape on beautiful Lake Altoona! This quaint and charming 4-bedroom, 1-bath cottage is nestled between two waterfront gems - a crystal clear cold water creek that flows to a popular sandbar, and a peaceful Lake Altoona bay, perfect for paddling or fishing. Whether you`re planning a relaxing family getaway or an adventurous weekend with friends, this home offers everything you need for an unforgettable stay.
Sleeping Arrangements: Bedroom 1: King bed Bedroom 2: Queen bed Bedroom 3: King Bed Bedroom 4: 2 Single Beds Living Room: Day bed
Water access on both sides of the property! Steps down to the creek leads to a lively sandbar - a local favorite for sunning, swimming, and socializing. A separate set of steps takes you directly into a Lake Altoona bay. Beginning Summer 2026 a dock will be available for guest use. Bring a kayak, canoe, or boat, or simply enjoy the beautiful views. Inside, cook up your favorite meals in the cozy kitchen stocked with all the essentials - perfect for delicious meals after a day in the sun. Relax indoors with a good book or movie after your adventures. Dogs (up to 2 per reservation) welcome!
This prime location is only a short drive to Eau Claire or Chippewa Falls for local events, shopping, breweries, wineries, nightlife, and more. Whether you`re exploring downtown or enjoying the outdoors, you`re never far from the action.
Enjoy the best of both worlds: peaceful nature and easy access to town. This lakeside cottage is your ideal home base for all-season adventures, from sunny summer days to homey fall escapes. Easily access the snowmobile trail from the lake in the winter, or enjoy ice fishing as well!
Guests have access to the entire home, besides the basement. Garage is not available for guest use.
Host will be available via phone, email, or text throughout the stay.
Surrounding forest and vegetation may contain plant matter such as poison ivy and the like. While we take precautions to mitigate any potential harm, it is the Guest`s responsibility to understand risks.
All members of the rental party agree to conduct themselves in a manner that is respectful of the property and the neighbors. Be a good neighbor who is friendly, courteous, and mindful of noise, especially between the hours of 10 p.m. and 8 a.m. The neighbors may have their routines disturbed by excessive noise. All members of the rental party agree to conduct themselves in a manner that is respectful of the property and the neighbors. Be a good neighbor who is friendly, courteous, and mindful of noise, especially between the hours of 10 p.m. and 8 a.m. The neighbors may have their routines disturbed by excessive noise.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills and babysitting service.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Chef service
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundromat nearby
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
In the city center
Near a hospital
On a lake
On the waterfront
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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
Policies
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
All members of the rental party agree to conduct themselves in a manner that is respectful of the property and the neighbors.
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Up to two dogs per reservation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property