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Cozy Lakefront Cottage — Sunsets, Kayaks, Fishing, Paddleboards, Water Mat

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 121250 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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Shawano, WI
  • Place, Shawano Lake
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Lambeau Field
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Place, Oneida Casino
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, Green Bay, WI (GRB-Austin Straubel Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Shawano

Located in Shawano, this cottage is on the waterfront, a 2-minute drive from Shawano Lake and 6 minutes from USAIR Motorsports Raceway. .This cottage is 4.6 mi (7.3 km) from Crawford Center and 5 mi (8.1 km) from Shawano Speedway.

What's nearby

  • Shawano Lake - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Green Bay Botanical Garden - 35 min drive - 39.2 miles
  • Lambeau Field - 38 min drive - 43.2 miles
  • Oneida Casino - 39 min drive - 46.5 miles
  • Resch Center - 39 min drive - 43.7 miles

Getting around

  • Green Bay Austin Straubel Intl. Airport (GRB) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪IHOP - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪POPP'S PLACE - ‬7 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.

Cozy Lakefront Cottage — Sunsets, Kayaks, Fishing, Paddleboards, Water Mat

Perfect for all seasons, our lakefront cottage on Shawano Lake offers the ideal setting for summer fun, cozy winter escapes, and everything in between. Located on the south side of Shawano Lake, this modern, comfortable cottage features a private dock, flat walk-out access to the water, and amenities designed for families, couples, fishing trips, girls’ weekends, and year-round relaxation.

Enjoy fishing and swimming in the summer, snowmobiling and ice fishing in the winter, and breathtaking sunset views every evening. With grocery stores, restaurants, breweries, golf courses, ATV/snowmobile trails, shops, and casinos just minutes away, convenience meets tranquility at this warm and welcoming retreat.

SUMMER
Your ideal family lake vacation:
- Private dock to tie your boat; launch nearby (note: We do not provide dock bumpers, boat rentals provide these for you).
- Boat rentals available through American Marine on the lake
- Two adult kayaks, two kids’ kayaks (up to 130 lbs), two paddleboards, & a water mat
- Shallow shoreline, perfect for children or lounging in a chair with a cold drink
- Lawn games and plenty of outdoor space
- Stunning sunset views on the water
- New whole-house A/C (with added window units upstairs in late spring–summer)

FALL
A beautiful and peaceful escape:
- Enjoy vibrant fall foliage reflected on the lake
- Cozy nights around the fire pit
- ATV adventures nearby
- Packer fans — only 30 minutes to Lambeau Field
- Note: Dock availability not guaranteed October 13 – late spring

WINTER
Experience a true winter wonderland on the lake.
- Incredible ice fishing—Shawano Lake is known for Musky, Panfish, Northern Pike, Bass, Walleye & Sturgeon
-Direct access to snowmobile trails
- Cozy stays with multiple indoor electric fireplaces
- Peaceful lake views framed by freshly fallen snow
- Perfect for quilting, crafting, or quiet getaways
- Holiday décor transforms the cottage for Christmas visitors

SPRING
- Watch the lake come back to life:
- Birdwatching from the yard or dock
- Early-season kayaking and paddleboarding
- Campfires and peaceful lakeside mornings

THINGS TO DO
For the full area guide, visit the Shawano County Visitors Center website.
Here are guest favorites:

Food & Drinks
- Supper clubs: https://www.wisconsin.com/travel/eating/supperclubs/counties/shawano.php
- Primal Eats — best place for an experience
- The Lighthouse — top restaurant on the water
- Local bars: Brothers’ Pub, Bamboo Bar & The Sandbar
- Stubborn Bros Brewery
- Hammen Family Orchard & Winery (4 min away)

Activities
- Menominee Casino Resort
- Boat & ATV rentals — American Marina
- Tubing/kayaking — Great Wolf Tubing Co.
- Cross-country ski trails
- Hiking — AllTrails in Shawano
- Bowling — Lakeshore Lanes
- Candy store — Old Glory
- Shawano Cinema (indoor & outdoor)
- USAIR Motorsports Raceway

Girls’ Weekend Favorites
- The Stock Market
- Thornberry Cottage (amazing food & coffee!)
- Hammen Family Orchard & Winery (4 min away)
- Best brunch — Farm Inn on Main

Day Trip
- Lambeau Field — 30 minutes away

ABOUT THE SPACE
A modern, comfortable retreat with:
- 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms
- Washer + dryer
- Whole-house A/C + seasonal window units
- Electric fireplaces
- Free WiFi
- Parking on the grass
- A fully equipped kitchen with everything needed for home-cooked meals
- Sleeping arrangements are flexible and family-friendly.

OUTDOOR SPACE
- Private dock (seasonal)
- Fire pit with one bundle of firewood provided
- Water mat
- Kayaks & paddleboards
- Charcoal grill (bring your own charcoal)
- Flat grassy yard to lake
- Yard games provided (giant connect four, bocce ball, ect)

WHAT’S INCLUDED (No refills mid-stay)
- Bed linens, pillows & blankets
- 12 bath towels (please bring beach towels)
- 2 rolls of TP per bathroom
- 2 rolls of paper towels
- Dish soap, dishwasher tabs
- Hand soap
- Garbage bags
- Shampoo, conditioner, & body wash
- Pantry items are not provided — please bring cooking oils, spices, coffee/filters, and other ingredients needed for your stay.

CLEANING & SAFETY
- Professionally cleaned with disinfectant
- No-contact check-in/out
- All towels & bedding (including comforters) washed in hot water
- High-touch surfaces sanitized thoroughly
- Cameras: One at the front door (year-round) and one at the back door (mid-September–late spring) for exterior security only.

LOST & FOUND
- If you leave an item behind, we’re happy to mail it back—guests just cover shipping costs.

BOOK YOUR STAY
Whether you’re here for lake days, snowmobiling, fishing, football weekends, or a peaceful seasonal escape, our Shawano Lake cottage offers everything you need to relax, refresh, and make unforgettable memories.

Book now and enjoy lake life in every season!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
This smoke-free cottage features a stereo, books, and sledding nearby. Amenities and recreational activities include games, cross-country skiing nearby, and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Recycling
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Unit size: 1,250 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

If any neighbors report complaints, your vacation rental agreement could be terminated and you’ll be asked to leave our property.
Please use the kayaks and paddleboards at your own risk. You are responsible for injuries or damages. State law requires lifejackets on each raft.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Cozy Lakefront Cottage — Sunsets, Kayaks, Fishing, Paddleboards, Water Mat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 77 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was VERY clean and all the amenities anyone would need for a great stay. We stayed in the winter for ice fishing, but imagine that summer would be a terrific stay as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable stay at the Lakefront Cottage!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe P.

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

Great Place to Stay!

Everything worked out perfect for this trip! Great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time boating, swimming and fishing! The house had everything we could have needed and more! We would stay here again with no hesitation! Great memories were made!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

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

Beautiful home!

The house was beautiful and very clean. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect vacation stay on the lake with kiddos. So well equipped - Everything you needed was available. House was modern and roomy with great views of the lake. Everyone had a blast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Great for families with small children

Our group, which included four small children, had a wonderful time. The location was perfect, and we enjoyed playing with water toys and kayaks outside and games and toys inside. The cottage definitely exceeded our expectations. We would certainly love to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MIKE C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second visit, next summer will be our third visit Its very simple, just read the description of the cottage, that's all you need to know!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn P.

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

Wonderful time!

A great time, per usual. I’m very appreciative of the prompt and helpful communication and very happy with our stay! Thanks again for another lovely year.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

2nd stay!!

Great place! 2nd year staying there!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janelle C.

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

Beautiful Getaway!!

The hosts were the best!! The place was absolutely beautiful, clean & comfortable!! We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second stay at the Sunset Escape. It is so peaceful and relaxing with a great sunset view. We love that we can rent a boat and tie it up on the dock. It has everything you need and is close to all Shawano has to offer. Communication with Kyle and Jenny is clear and fast.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan D.

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

Fishoree weekend

The place was very cute, plenty of room, and great location. The owners provided great communication and flexibility. It was perfect for our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

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

Wonderful Lake Vacation Experience!

We enjoyed our stay very much and will definitely be back. The house was wonderful with great amenities on a fantastic lake. Highly recommended staying at this property. Owner are super!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy t.

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

Perfect getaway

Perfect get away for our family of 5. The house contains all of the amenities needed was very clean :)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan L.

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

Cute Place, Great Town

We stayed here with our toddler. The accommodations for our toddler were wonderful. The house was clean, and the owners were so helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

quick review

This was a very nice cabin/small house, obviously older but fixed up nicely. Everything was clean, the beds were comfortable, plenty of seating downstairs, and the hosts had a nice addition of games and puzzles for all ages.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe G.

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

Absolute great long weekend!

Everything about this VRBO is fantastic. We all slept well, beautiful sunsets, updated property. The dock area and slide is nice and weed free. The Lily pad/magic carpet was a hit with the kiddos. We enjoyed our time here and would stay here again without hesitation. Thank you for opening your home to us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Excellent Place, would stay again

We stayed here while ice fishing on Shawano Lake, the location provided excellent access to the lake. The house was incredibly clean and very modern. Would definitely recommend it and we are already looking forward to next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey J.

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

Great View and nicely refinished interior.

Had a great time at this property, very relaxing. Nicely remolded interior with full kitchen. Great place to get away with a lot of fun activities in the area. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connor M.

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

Excellent lake house

This was an amazing lake house, and great for a big group. Large open living space for everyone to gather and enjoy time together. Super easy check in process and great communication with the owners. Could not recommend this place enough for groups or family’s.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan G.

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

Excellent family vacation

Excellent. The house was all that was described and more. Amenities were over and above. Can't wait to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara V.

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

Family vacation

We were very much impressed with our stay. Location, cleanliness & location of the property was wonderful. The communication with the owners was fantastic! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie M.

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

Lakefront Retreat

Kyle and Jenny were great host.... very easy to communicate with. I would highly recommend their lakefront property to anyone that is looking to get away and enjoy their time in Shawano county.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn P.

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

Loved it!

Loved the communicative hosts, awesome space and nothing beats the sunsets here!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023