Title: Charming Cottage Two Blocks from Downtown Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=110480&destination=Green+Lake%2C+Wisconsin%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=23660776&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Charming Cottage Two Blocks from Downtown ## Photo gallery for Charming Cottage Two Blocks from Downtown ![Golf - Charming Cottage Two Blocks from Downtown (Green Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23670000/23660800/23660776/2d90d70b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Charming Cottage Two Blocks from Downtown (Green Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23670000/23660800/23660776/4d85997d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Charming Cottage Two Blocks from Downtown (Green Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23670000/23660800/23660776/7df0027c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Charming Cottage Two Blocks from Downtown (Green Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23670000/23660800/23660776/0112c02e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, stereo - Charming Cottage Two Blocks from Downtown (Green Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23670000/23660800/23660776/1a715494.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to this beautifully appointed cottage and enjoy your Green Lake experience, complete with a sun-filled kitchen, cozy fireplace, and stunning lake views from the front porch. With plenty of outdoor space for lawn games or simply relaxing by the fire pit on a crisp evening. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102100 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travelers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Charming Cottage Two Blocks from Downtown While this cozy rental isn't directly on the lake, you'll still fall in love with its beautifully appointed interiors and the full Green Lake experience it offers. This inviting and immaculate home features: Main Level: Two comfortable bedrooms and a shared bathroom, plus a bright, sun-filled kitchen with a breakfast bar, dining area, and sitting space with a fireplace and flatscreen TV. A separate living room provides the perfect spot for reading or watching another flatscreen TV. The screened-in front porch, with its large windows, offers a stunning lake view. Lower Level: Three additional bedrooms and a second bathroom provide ample space for family and friends. Outdoor Spaces: Enjoy morning coffee or a relaxing meal on the charming side deck off the kitchen while taking in breathtaking sunsets. Another deck behind the house is ideal for sunbathing, reading, or napping. The spacious backyard is perfect for lawn games like bags or croquet, and a fire pit invites cozy evenings under the stars. Perfect Location: Situated at 448 South Street, this cottage is just 2 blocks to downtown, 1.5 blocks from the Green Lake Marina, where you can rent or dock watercraft. The picturesque Hattie Sherwood Beach is within easy walking distance, and a larger beach awaits at County Park on the lake’s west end. Discover Green Lake: This vibrant town, set on a stunning 7-mile by 2.5-mile lake, offers year-round activities, including: Fishing | Golfing | Biking | Boating | Hiking | Wednesday Concerts in the Park | Live performances at Thrasher Opera House | Shopping & Antiquing | Friday Farmer’s Market | Arts & Culture | Winter Fun (Ice Fishing, Snowmobiling, Ice Skating & Sledding) For local events and activities, visit www.visitgreenlake.com. To rent or dock a boat or jet ski, check out www.greenlakemarina.com. Sorry, NO PETS allowed and NO SMOKING inside. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car not required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - No elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city center - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina - On a lake ### Things to do - Golf - Tennis - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails 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 - Windsurfing 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 - Garden - Unit size: 2,100 square feet ## Similar properties ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1220000/1220000/1219918/31714905.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cobblestone Suites - 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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. 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[Visit our Green Lake travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/Green-Lake.dx110480) [View more Cottages in Green Lake](https://www.expedia.com/Green-Lake-Cottages.d110480-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.84430%2C-88.96401&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=pY0TqjIJ_hs2BIotJL9Gu87BXaA=) Green Lake, WI ### What's nearby - ![Port of Balatonfoldvar, Hungary.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532659284/f14ddf10-dafe-4575-866f-b0d81b21efd0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Green Lake Marina 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Green Lake 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Green Lake Town Square 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Thrasher Opera House 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Elan Brio Spa 2 min drive \- 1.2 miles ### Getting around - Fond du Lac, WI (FLD-Fond du Lac County) 41 min drive ### Restaurants - KWIK TRIP #392 9 min drive - McDonald's 9 min drive - Crossroads Market 4 min drive - Culver's 9 min drive - Ripon Family Restaurant 10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Charming Cottage Two Blocks from Downtown pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Charming Cottage Two Blocks from Downtown? ### What time is check-out at Charming Cottage Two Blocks from Downtown? ### Where is Charming Cottage Two Blocks from Downtown located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Charming Cottage Two Blocks from Downtown Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.com/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 157 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Terry C. Nov 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great place. Great location! ##### Terry C. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charles P. Sep 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great place for our weekend. Clean, beautiful, location. Jo Ellen is very friendly and responsive. Do it again next year. ##### Charles P. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chuck W. May 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely stay by the lake We had a great experience staying at the cottage again. Great location for walking to town, short drive to golf, excellent hosts, and a spacious and comfortable home! ##### Chuck W. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### STEVEN S. Oct 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Back Pond Cottage is a wonderful place for family or friends to stay while experiencing all that Green Lake has to offer. Our family has enjoyed the warm and welcoming home that JoEllen has provided for a number of years, and we always look forward to returning. This year we were grateful for the kind return of a forgotten item. This lovely home is furnished with everything you might needfor a relaxing and comfortable stay. Its in-town location is very convenient, and the views from the porch and deck are scenic and peaceful. We could not ask for more. ##### STEVEN S. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard R. Oct 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We did not use Fireplace. It was good view but of inlet and not the lake. The house was very clean and had great amenities. The only draw back was the trundel bed on the main floor. The matress was like sleeping in a hot dog bun. The pull out bed in the same room wasn't comfortable.Our group enjoyed our stay. ##### Richard R. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ann H. May 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family get together Family coming in for event in Ripon. Easy access to both Ripon and Green Lake downtown. Great community space in and outside of home. ##### Ann H. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charles P. Sep 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home close to town. Beautiful big home close to town. All the comforts of home and very convenient to town. ##### Charles P. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexis S. Jul 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house! Great location! Very clean! Had a great week on Green Lake. This house is ideal location to town. Teens can walk and get an ice cream, fishing things, snacks, etc. House had everything you would need. Front screened in porch was great because the mosquitos do get quite bad at night. Would definitely recommend and we can’t wait to come back! ##### Alexis S. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nikki M. Sep 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Perfect Retreat and Family Place We so enjoyed our time there. We have a couple special needs people as well as older adults and there were spaces for everyone to connect and spaces to go for small groups and spaces to be alone, as well as the wonderful area activities around Green Lake. ##### Nikki M. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Garrett A. Jul 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome Stay We would love to be back! Plenty of room for 10 guys to have a great weekend. Awesome hosts. ##### Garrett A. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brett K. Jul 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Would Recommend The property, manager, and location were all great. I would recommend to anyone visiting Green Lake ##### Brett K. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Walter F. Jun 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Green Lake Trip Beautiful house, very well equipped and comfortable. Our second time here and would come again. ##### Walter F. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gregory W. Jul 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Fantastic Home Jo Ellen was the perfect host! The home is lovely and very roomy. Gorgeous views of the back pond and lake. We absolutely loved our stay! ##### Gregory W. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Liz S. Aug 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Stay! We loved our stay in Green Lake! The house was beautiful and just what we needed for a fun, relaxing girls trip. Jo Ellen was a wonderful host, checking in and bringing us candles when the power when there was a storm and the power went out all over town. I would highly recommend this beautiful cottage for your next vacation! ##### Liz S. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Monica B. Sep 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Our fave place to stay in Green Lake! We’ve stayed at the Back Pond Cottage the last five summers and our most recent stay was wonderful like always. Jo Ellen is a great host, the home is clean, and the layout is perfect for two families with kids. Great deck with dining table and views of the lake, plus a fire table. We’ll be back! ##### Monica B. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charles P. Sep 11, 2023 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. ##### Charles P. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeff P. Oct 4, 2023 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. ##### Jeff P. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James B. Jul 30, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Golf - Green Lake Beautiful property. Open and bright. Good sleeping arrangements - we had 5 and very comfortable. Great location. Restaurants walkable. Some lake view also. ##### James B. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gary D. Jul 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Stay at Back Pond Cottage Guest House! We just enjoyed a 5 day stay at this beautiful home! Back Pond Cottage easily accommodated our crew of 10 people, ranging in ages from 7 years to the 70s. The home is within a block walk of Green Lake, the downtown shops and restaurants, and a 10 minute ride to multiple golf courses. Our host Jo Ellen is easy to work with, very friendly and responsive. We highly recommend BPC! ##### Gary D. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Monica B. Aug 22, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect home in downtown Green Lake This was our fourth year staying at the BPC with our family - 6 adults and 2 kids ages 8 and 4\. It’s always clean and comfy with a great location in downtown Green Lake - near the water, marina, shopping and restaurants. Jo Ellen is a wonderful host and easy to communicate with. We’ll be back! ##### Monica B. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert B. Jul 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The property was beyond belief....this was by far the best maintained property we have ever stayed at. And we have stayed at many from AZ to Northwoods of WI and this a must-book gem. The deck looks brand new, windows, screens, appliances all taken care of by the owners which I believe leads to guests making the same effort (I broke a glass drinking tumbler and after my son couldn't find one on line to replace it we simply informed the hosts and received a simple but heartfelt "thanks" for letting us know. It's what makes this home like you want to treat it like it's your own. Beautiful accommodations and plenty of room for many more (we were a family of 6 adults a 3-year old) and there were still ample sleeping accommodations for even more. Loved it and we hope to be back next summer. Thank you for sharing your piece of heaven with us. We're very grateful —Barrinigton, IL ##### Robert B. Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### timothy t. Jul 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Backpond Wonderful home and host. Had an issue regarding noise from a tree being cut down during our stay however JoEllen resolved it to our satisfaction. It was a little buggy at night which is to be expected being near a pond. House well stocked and thoughtful welcome gifts. Fire pit on deck was very nice as well. Very close to town which is very quaint. ##### timothy t. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### STEVEN S. Oct 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Home We have enjoyed staying at Back Pond Cottage several times, and it continues to provide a wonderful setting for our multi-generational family of ten to be together while enjoying the beauty of Green Lake. JoEllen's lovely home is very clean, comfortable and welcoming. The great room with a cozy fireplace and the deck with firepit are great for group gathering, yet there are spaces for quiet moments or games as well. The home is furnished with anything you might need for an enjoyable stay. JoEllen is a great host, and we appreciate the updates she has made each year. We all look forward to returning next year. ##### STEVEN S. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### STEVEN S. Oct 9, 2023 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". ##### STEVEN S. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda T. Jul 27, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Perfect Example of "The Good Life" My siblings and I had a wonderful stay at this absolutely beautiful cottage. Meticulously maintained landscaping outside and thoughtful touches inside (creative welcome items, labels on the light switches & drawers, checkout list) made staying here comfortable (with everything we possibly needed) and reiterated just why this property has so many fabulous reviews. Tucked neatly back, it's proximity (walkability) to Downtown Green Lake and all it offers, is unbeatable. The highlight of this property was the large, well appointed deck with amazing sunset views of Green Lake. The smart and spacious layout of the home allowed for both large group gathering spots (the open kitchen/family/dining room) as well as cozy, private nooks for enjoying solitude. As a frequent visitor to Green Lake, I have long admired this property and it was wonderful to finally be able to stay and experience it firsthand. Thank you Jo Ellen for sharing your beautiful home with us. Our stay here was truly a taste of "The Good Life". ##### Amanda T. 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