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Retreat on Lake Winnebago

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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Nestled in a quiet cove on Lake Winnebago, this ranch-style house offers the perfect retreat for families, couples or groups. Enjoy the huge yard with fire pit and horseshoe pit, grill meals in the fully stocked kitchen or relax on the brand new deck. Stand-up paddle boards and a pier are available for use.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81440 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

Retreat on Lake Winnebago

Ranch style house, great for families, couples or groups at a reasonable price for staying directly on Lake Winnebago. Huge yard with fire pit, horseshoe pit, nestled in a quiet cove with shallow sandy waters right off the pier. The pier is available for use, however the water is only ~2 feet deep. Beds to accommodate 6 adults and 2 kids plus blow up cot if needed.
Bedroom 1: Queen
Bedroom 2: Queen
Bedroom 3: Full
"Office": Twin bunk beds

Feel free to make use of our bag set in the yard, grill / fully stocked kitchen for making meals, stand-up paddle boards, and more! Make yourselves at home, all sheets / linens / towels are there for your use.
*BRAND NEW CARPET in all bedrooms (Jan 2022)
*BRAND NEW FLOORS in living room / kitchen (Jan 2022)
*BRAND NEW DECK built in Spring 2022

The southeastern side of Oshkosh is woodsy, quiet, and tucked away from all the hustle and bustle, but still close to modern conveniences (Pik n Save, Target, Walmart, Shopko, Menards, etc). Oshkosh is home to the annual EAA AirVenture, and the house is only ~15 minutes from the action in July!

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Paddleboard
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,440 square feet

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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
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.

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 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
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

Property is also known as

Hideaway Lake Winnebago Oshkosh
Hideaway Winnebago Oshkosh
Hideaway On Winnebago Oshkosh
Hideaway on Lake Winnebago Oshkosh
Hideaway on Lake Winnebago Private vacation home
Hideaway on Lake Winnebago Private vacation home Oshkosh

About the neighborhood

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Oshkosh, WI

What's nearby

  • Hughes Home Maid Chocolates - 11 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Ford Festival Park - 12 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Menominee Nation Arena - 12 min drive - 8.2 miles
  • EAA Aviation Museum - 14 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh - 14 min drive - 9.3 miles

Getting around

  • Fond du Lac, WI (FLD-Fond du Lac County) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Poco Pizza - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪TJ's Harbor Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ardy & Ed's Drive In - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪J’s Food And Spirits - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Wendt's On the Lake - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Retreat on Lake Winnebago pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Retreat on Lake Winnebago?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Retreat on Lake Winnebago?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Retreat on Lake Winnebago located?

This family-friendly Oshkosh vacation home is located on the waterfront, steps from Lake Winnebago, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Hughes Home Maid Chocolates and EAA Aviation Museum. Oshkosh Saturday Farmers Market and The Outlet Shoppes at Oshkosh are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Retreat on Lake Winnebago Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 127 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 127 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 127 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 127 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 127 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

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

Sturgeon Spearing Week

6 of us had a great time at the property, location was excellent for where we were spearing, will definitely be back next year.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

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

Great location & family spot

Cozy with a great view. A great family spot by the lake with beautiful trees and a good set up. Coffee and amenities were available and this property had a host that cared and shared their cabin like we were family.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave W.

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

Family Christmas

Thank you for helping us have a wonderful weekend with our family while celebrating an early Christmas
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

melinda

We had the best week at the lake house! The home is spacious; the kitchen is large with tons of counter space and has everything you need. The living room is cozy and the washer and dryer came in handy. I brought my own paddleboard and access into the water is very easy as it's so shallow, don't even need to get wet if you don't want to as I stepped unto my board from the edge of the lawn's sidewalk. The cove was quiet and only a couple of boats departed from the neighboring docks so floating was super safe and enjoyable. We didn't use the 2 hard/foam paddleboards in the garage, but they were there if needed with a few lifejackets, as well as some blow up tubes. We were told the kayak may not be functioning. There were camp chairs in the garage. the firepit was nice and the neighbor brought us kindling as he was cleaning up his yard. Plenty of towels, and there was a basket of extra sunscreen and bug spray. I was surprised that the mosquitos weren't bad. Short drive to grocery stores and anything you need. We ate at several of the surrounding restaurants. We would definitely stay here again. Thanks for a wonderful week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten J.

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

Great place

This is a lovely property in a quiet neighborhood. The owner was great to work with and very friendly. There was alot of fun stuff to do from the paddleboards to yard games. We all had the best time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

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

WI lake getaway

Great clean home with fun for all ages. Loved hanging by the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick S.

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

Great Wisconsin Getaway

10/10. Great location right on the water, enough space for all of our guests and close to many great marinas/restaurants Katie was also very helpful and got back to me right away if I had any questions! This is a great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret S.

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

Great place

We stayed. At the property for 6 days. Very beautiful view. Very clean. Host was very accommodating, and vet responsive. Would stay again , if going to this area. Comfortable beds and living area. Easy to get around as well.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy D.

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

Family get away

Fantastic lake house for a week of recreation and relaxation. House was perfect with an amazing yard and lake. We enjoyed kayaking and paddle boarding and took advantage of golf courses and bike paths in the area. Just what we were looking for!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

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

Beautiful View

We truly enjoyed our stay. Katie was amazing and provided excellent communication! The lake view is absolutely gorgeous! Our family enjoyed the outside setting and had an outstanding time!! Thanks a million!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edward G.

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

Winner on Lake Winnebago

A comfortable retreat that is centrally located for an Oshkosh vacation. Katie was responsive to all our questions, and her home provided ample space for our group to relax. Water toys to use on the lake were an added benefit. Super enjoyable and would definitely recommend.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica S.

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

Great lakefront property

We had a great stay and adored the view of Lake Winnebago. We want to come again. It was close to lots of places to bird watch. We enjoyed sitting by the water and watching the sunsets. The kitchen is nice and big enough for us to cook together. It's a lovely home in a quiet neighborhood. It was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

Great place with a lovely setting. We rated the home as well as we could. Five stars for the host who was awesome. Unfortunately the smell of cat urine was so thick in the air that we had to buy air fresheners and have candles lit all weekend. A lovely place and a great host, but we are sensitive to animal odors and no review mentioned this, nor did the wonderful owner.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon D.

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

Perfect for a Quick Getaway!

The Lake Winnebago property was perfect for our annual fall trip. Our communication with Katie was excellent and prompt! The house was clean and comfortable. Whether it was hanging out and watching some football or relaxing outside by the lake it was just what we needed! We would definitely return! Thanks again a Katie!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

K H., Appleton WI

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

Awesome neighborhood

House was perfect for our three generations. Ages 1 1/2 to 69 all enjoyed the large backyard, shallow water and fishing. Owners provide so much more than the listing! Pack n play, shampoo, many kitchen items not just spices. Loved walking the area, rarely saw a car. Beds were great, laundry better than we have at home. Two great bathrooms large kitchen and living room and a beautiful deck. Plenty of parking. Great suggestions for out to eat and things to do.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin K.

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

Nice Lake Home

We enjoyed our stay, beds were very comfortable. House was a good size for 8 people. Kitchen has a good selection of pots, pans. The appliances were nice and we really liked the dishwasher. We liked the little things that Katie provided - spices, oil, condiments, plastic wrap, foil, plastic bags, extra toilet paper and paper towel and poopoouri in the bathrooms. It was also nice to have beach towels to use. Lake was nice with sandy bottom and shallow for quite a way out. We enjoyed swimming and using the paddleboards. When we first entered the home, there was a "cat pee" odor but it got better over the week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very well appointed. Everything we needed. Communication was great. The view was fantastic.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Lake property with all the amenities in a nice quiet cove!Very clean and well kept!Host Katie was very accommodating and easy to work with!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colette F.

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

Great place to stay

This property was amazing. It had so many nice extras! Kitchen had most things I have at home. Katie is an amazing host and always responded quickly prior to staying at her property. We would definitely stay again. The property is so relaxing and peaceful. Also very friendly neighbors
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad H.

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

another great stay

we really enjoy this fully stocked house
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen M.

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

Great stay

We rented twice before its great place to relax
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ewelina S.

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

Best place for vacation

Beautiful place
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Eileen M.

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

Great place

The family had a great time!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Art W.

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

Fishing Trip 2024

Nice place.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott G.

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

Perfect Location

Was perfect location to stay to fish the lake close to town but just right to get to town for dinner and things needed 👍👍👍👍👍
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023