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A charming cottage full of amenities. Walk to town. Don't miss your stay!

A charming cottage full of amenities. Walk to town. Don't miss your stay!

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Back Pond Cottage Guest House
Front entrance
Family room gathering space
Private kitchen
Family gathering space - gas fireplace and smart TV with Roku

Overview of A charming cottage full of amenities. Walk to town. Don't miss your stay!

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10195 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Check out the area

Map
Green Lake, WI
  • Popular LocationGreen Lake Marina4 min walk
  • Popular LocationThrasher Opera House4 min walk
  • Popular LocationGreen Lake Town Square4 min walk
  • AirportOshkosh, WI (OSH-Wittman Regional)38 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Lower Level Bedroom 3

Lower Level Bedroom 4

Sleeper Sofa

Upstairs Bedroom 1

Upstairs Bedroom 2

2 bathrooms

Lower Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

A charming cottage full of amenities. Walk to town. Don't miss your stay!

Even though the rental is not on the lake, you will love this beautifully appointed cottage and enjoy your Green Lake experience. The comfortable and clean home has two bedrooms and a new bathroom on the first level with three bedrooms and a bathroom in the lower level. A sun-filled kitchen with breakfast bar and dining along with a sitting area with fireplace and flatscreen TV. The first floor also has a delightful living room for puzzles, reading and/or watching another flatscreen TV. A front porch with big windows provides gorgeous views beautiful view of the lake. Outside the kitchen is another perfect porch for morning coffee or a delicious meal with a glass of wine watching the stunning sunset. Behind the house is a deck for sunning or reading or napping. Lovely backyard and great neighbors. Space for horseshoes, croquet or other lawn games. There is a fire pit for enjoyment when the weather cools. Located at 448 South Street it is 1.5 blocks from the Marina where you can rent/dock water vehicles. Hattie Sherwood Beach is an easy walk from the cottage. SORRY we have a no pet policy.

A delightful town on a 7 by 2.5 miles big lake, Green Lake has so much to offer - fishing, golfing, biking, hiking, boating, shopping, Wednesday Concerts in the Park, Thrasher Opera House downtown provides concerts, Friday's Farmer's Market, antiquing, performing arts, a fabulous Community Center with a state-of the art fitness center, art, ice fishing, snowmobiling, ice skating, sledding, etc. Please review the fun events and activities occurring year round. You can also rent and/or dock a boat and/or jet ski at Action Marina. Bayview Motel also rents pontoon boats for more exploring and excitement. The cute Hattie Sherwood beach is an easy walk and a larger beach is on the west end of the lake - County Park.

Property manager

Jo Ellen Madden
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed
NO PARTIES - in respect of our neighbors.

Pets

No pets allowed
Sorry, no pets in respect renters with allergies.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Note from host: NO PARTIES - in respect of our neighbors.
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

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Green Lake

Located in Green Lake, this cottage is in the city center and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Green Lake and Friendship Beach, while Thrasher Opera House and Little White School House are cultural highlights. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Green Lake, WI

What's nearby

  • Green Lake - 1 min walk
  • Green Lake Marina - 4 min walk
  • Thrasher Opera House - 4 min walk
  • Green Lake Town Square - 4 min walk
  • Golf Courses of Lawsonia - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Fond du Lac, WI (FLD-Fond du Lac County) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 9 min drive
  • Crossroads Market - 4 min drive
  • Culver's - 9 min drive
  • Ripon Family Restaurant - 10 min drive
  • Adam's Rib - 6 min walk

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dave h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Green lake
Great property and manager
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

STEVEN S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
Our family of ten very much enjoyed our weekend at Back Pond Cottage. We have been here several times now and always look forward to returning for a great time together at JoEllen's lovely home that is perfect for our family. We especially enjoyed the great room, a wonderful place to gather and visit with its cozy fireplace and sunny windows with a view of the lake. The front porch and decks are great for morning coffee and evening relaxing. The updated kitchen is furnished with anything you could want for cooking, baking and grilling. The large table provides ample space for meals together, even a birthday celebration. Our grandchildren enjoy the board games and the yard. The quiet location is just a few minutes walk to town for restaurants, shopping, ice cream, and the marina. I think our grandson's comment sums it up perfectly, "It was fun but not long enough".
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Golf Weekend
8 of stayed at this property and played golf for a couple days at Lawsonia. The house slept 8 comfortably and the owner was very easy to work with.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles P., Crystal Lake

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Green Lake Hidden Gem
Always a pleasure staying at this location. A hidden gem in Green Lake and walking distance to town. Very well-maintained property. Property Manager always available, responsive and proactive.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet stay on green lake
Our family loved our time at the house. It was perfect for multiple family members and even our one year old. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jo Ellen Madden

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We are a fun-loving family from Evanston IL who have enjoyed Green Lake for over 30 years. Our home is Back Pond Cottage at 442 South Street and we rent our Back Pond Cottage GUEST HOUSE next door at 448 South Street.

Why they chose this property

Our guest house is cozy, clean, charming and close to downtown Green Lake. It's a few blocks from Deacon Mills Park & Wharf, and an easy walk to Hattie Sherwood Beach. Great space for family gatherings, girls' getaway, a place to rest if attending EAA or a Golf Tournament.

What makes this property unique

This home is so beautiful. The size is perfect and tastefully decorated. You'll love the way it's laid out, the views, the happy feeling you have when you step into the home. The gardens are like Monet's and it is just charming! Easy to walk to town and enjoy all the special events, concerts in the park, concerts at Thrasher Opera House, farmers market, community center, fitness center, and more!

Languages:

English

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