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Lakefront, cozy cottage, fish, swim in your backyard, bonfires, bike, Nordic Mtn

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, video games, DVD player, printers
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

Map
Wautoma, WI
  • Nordic Mountain
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Long Lake
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Crystal River
    ‪40 min drive‬

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About the area

Wautoma

On lake.You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Nordic Mountain and 9 miles (15 km) of ThedaCare Medical Center - Wild Rose. Long Lake is within 16 miles (25 km) and Lunch Creek Vineyard & Winery is within 20 miles (32 km).

What's nearby

  • Nordic Mountain - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Long Lake - 25 min drive - 24.3 km
  • Crystal River - 40 min drive - 42.0 km
  • Thrasher Opera House - 59 min drive - 62.0 km
  • Green Lake - 61 min drive - 55.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Lakeshore Family Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Taco John's - ‬14 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.

Lakefront, cozy cottage, fish, swim in your backyard, bonfires, bike, Nordic Mtn

Quiet, cozy, cottage lake front with nice outdoor patio area for grilling and backyard area for relaxing and bon fires (wood is provided for bon fires). Large, three section, pier perfect for fishing off of all day and night. There are fishing poles in the cottage for guests to use. During the winter you can ice fish on the lake right out your back door. The inside of the cottage has two bedrooms with either a full or queen size bed along with one dresser, as well as two bathrooms, two living rooms with two televisions, a kitchen space with eat in area, and a laundry room. The two couches on the left side of the cottage, when facing the lake, lay flat for individuals to sleep on. There are plenty of additional sheets, blankets, and pillows in the wall closet to use. There is also an air mattress provided for use. Patio and bbq grill outside in the backyard with a table and chairs for outdoor eating. Lots of outdoor seating. There is a hammock by the lake. The Trading Post, a bar/restaurant that serves food and drinks is near by as well as a coffee shop, the Mt Morris Mill, that has smoothies, coffee, and ice cream. The Hideaway, a bar/restaurant, a bit further down the road, is great for food and drinks too. Wautoma is nearby for grocery shopping, marinas, bars, restaurants, and ad hoc shopping as well. Spectacular fishing and swimming lake during the summer. Lots of biking and hiking paths nearby. Snow Skiing, tubing, and snowmobiling paths just a few minutes away for winter fun at Nordic Mountain. There are snowmobiling paths all around the Knest. The cottage has all the essentials of a home away from home. For the first time the Knepper’s Knest has been open to the public to enjoy, after 70 years, it’s time to share the love. Hope you find the cottage and Mt Morris as peaceful, serene, relaxing, restorative, and a little something good for your soul. Give yourself, your friends, your family, a little slice of heaven on earth and spends few days at the Knepper’s Knest and enjoy what little old Mt Morris has to offer, then explore the near by towns, Wautoma, Wild Rose, Redgranite, Saxville, and even Waupauca which is a bit further a way. The Wisconsin Dells is only an hour away. There is a lot of action and fun going on there if you are looking for action. Whatever you do, remember to enjoy each movement, stay present, and make those memories that will last a lifetime.

Property manager

Susan Knepper

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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: 900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
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, lock the doors, and return the keys

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Dogs are allowed for a fee of $150 per dog, 2 max.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: The cottage is on the lake.

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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Lakefront, cozy cottage, fish, swim in your backyard, bonfires, bike, Nordic Mtn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ryan R.

Liked: Cleanliness

love the lake!

We had a fun and relaxing stay at this cozy cottage. The lake was beautiful. We floated on paddle boards, took out our kayaks, fished, and sat on tubes and floated around on the hot days. We liked the peddle boat also. The cottage had plenty of outdoor chairs that we used to watch great fireworks from the neighbors nearby, the activity on the lake, sit around the campfire and picnic outside. Inside had all we needed for the few days we stayed, and comfortable beds. Store was nearby and The food and atmosphere at The Trading Post was great! We didn't leave much because the Lake was the reason we came and we weren't disappointed by all the activity on the lake. Thanks for letting us stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Dominic & Rebecca V.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Setting, But Needs Serious Cleaning and Upkeep

The outdoor space is beautiful, with a great pier, fire pit, paddle boat (which we cleaned ourselves), and lots of deer. The washer/dryer were great, and the Keurig with coffee pods was appreciated. The beds were comfortable.However, the home was not clean or guest-ready. There were mouse droppings, cobwebs, spiders, and bugs everywhere—on ceilings, corners, and around the dining table. The floors were grimy. One shower had hair stuck to the walls and old Band-Aids; the other bathtub was clogged with hair and grime. The fridge had open soda cans and expired food, including marshmallows from 2022. Two stove burners didn’t work, and we shut off the gas due to a faint smell.The Wi-Fi and porch lights didn’t work when we arrived, but the host sent someone out the next day. Even after that, the internet was very weak (understandable in a remote area), and none of the TVs worked. The DVD player was broken, and the Wii had no controllers.There were no checkout instructions, but we followed typical Airbnb/Vrbo etiquette. The host was responsive, apologetic, and refunded the cleaning fee plus a bit more. Our trip wasn’t ruined, but my kids were scared to sleep due to the bugs. This place has charm but needs deep cleaning and better upkeep to be ready for guests
Great paddle boat, there are also lifevests available
Gorgeous view from the patio
Wonderful morning view of the pier
The drain in one of the bathrooms with the bathtub. We never did use this bathtub because it was so gross.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend fun with family

The cottage was well stocked and comfortable for my family. Bonus that it was located near my husband’s family. The lake is active - great fishing, boating and swimming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Megan M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Memorial Day Hideaway

Overall we had a great experience with this property! Host was very responsive, kind and accommodating!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Getaway for family

We enjoyed our stay! Property was just as we could have asked for. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023