At The Gatsby Getaway, A Charming 100 Year Old Lakeside Retreat in Beaver Dam!, you can look forward to a water park, a firepit and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms3 bathrooms223 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
The current price is €451
€451
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
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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.
The Gatsby Getaway, A Charming 100 Year Old Lakeside Retreat in Beaver Dam!
Welcome to your picturesque escape in the heart of Beaver Dam, Wisconsin! This enchanting 4-bedroom, 2.5 bathroom vintage home sleeps up to 8 guests and promises a trip down memory lane in a tranquil lakeside setting. 3D walk-through located here: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=1KZy1Y7NN1F
Step into the past with this century-old gem, lovingly updated to offer you the best of both worlds. The historic ambiance is preserved, while the amenities are thoroughly modern.
"We love this place, The view is incredible."
Savor the peace and serenity of unobstructed lake views through large windows that flood the home with natural light. Watch local wildlife, cast a line for fishing, or simply take in the views from the expansive deck.
Nestled in a serene and quiet neighborhood, you're mere steps away from Beaver Dam lake. It's the perfect retreat for a relaxing getaway.
Rainy days won't dampen your spirits here! Enjoy indoor activities and board games or books, and the luxury of our beautifully appointed accommodations.
When the sun shines, you'll have a blast with outdoor activities. Take a leisurely stroll along the lake, try your hand at fishing from the waterside dock, or soak up the sun on your private deck overlooking the property and the stunning lake views. Walk to the local playground, just 3 blocks away.
Our property exudes a fun, immersive vibe that captures the essence of the local area. It's decked out with top-notch amenities and embraces the coastal natural aesthetic, all while celebrating the nostalgia of a bygone era.
Located in Beaver Dam, one mile from downtown, and just minutes from Madison, WI, you'll have access to breweries, dining establishments, parks, theaters, hiking, community events, boating and a multitude of sporting and competitive events.
Above all, our property offers a peaceful haven where guests can relax, slow down, and savor precious moments together. Create lasting memories while immersing yourself in the charm and nostalgia of this 100-year-old vintage gem.
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Office
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Smoking is not allowed in the house, including the
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Limited housekeeping
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the marina
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Kayak
Tennis
Water park
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding 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)
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 to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please close and lock any windows that you opened.
Please sign our guest book!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
Your reservation is for up to 8 people.
No smoking allowed in the house (evidence of smoking, of anything, in the house results in a $1000 cleaning fee assessment).
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Only dogs 55 lbs or less are allowed. An additiona
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not allowed in the house, including the
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 Registration Number ATCP-053671
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
Property is also known as
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About the area
Located in Beaver Dam, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Sunset Hills Golf Course and Beaver Dam Bay Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Beaver Dam Lake State Wildlife Area and Hickey Park. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging. Visit our Beaver Dam travel guide
Is The Gatsby Getaway, A Charming 100 Year Old Lakeside Retreat in Beaver Dam! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Gatsby Getaway, A Charming 100 Year Old Lakeside Retreat in Beaver Dam!?
As of 3 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Gatsby Getaway, A Charming 100 Year Old Lakeside Retreat in Beaver Dam! on 5 May 2026 start from €451, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at The Gatsby Getaway, A Charming 100 Year Old Lakeside Retreat in Beaver Dam!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Gatsby Getaway, A Charming 100 Year Old Lakeside Retreat in Beaver Dam!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Gatsby Getaway, A Charming 100 Year Old Lakeside Retreat in Beaver Dam!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Gatsby Getaway, A Charming 100 Year Old Lakeside Retreat in Beaver Dam! located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Moraine Park Technical College, Beaver Dam Mall and Infinity HealthCare. Sunset Hills Golf Course and Beaver Dam Bay Marina are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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The Gatsby Getaway, A Charming 100 Year Old Lakeside Retreat in Beaver Dam! Reviews
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A beautiful home in a peaceful setting. Well appointed, everything we needed and more for a stress free relaxing getaway. Thank you Doug for the wonderful experience.
This was sincerely one of the best VRBO experiences we have ever had. The property was charming and so homey. The home was equipped with everything you could need. The view of the lake was so lovely. And the mattresses! Such comfortable beds! We loved everything about it and should we ever be in the area again, we would definitely stay again.
We had a lovely time at the Great Gatsby. The view is amazing. The home is comfortable and clean. The kitchen is well stocked. Communication was excellent. I highly recommend staying here and will stay again in the future!
Had a wonderful weekend in a beautiful home! Check in and check out couldn’t have been easier. Enjoyed the kayaks and the campfires were awesome but the best part was just relaxing on the deck watching the beautiful views. We had perfect weather and it was so nice to spend time with my family in a very cool house. Five stars!
Check-in was very easy. We arrived to find a house that was beautiful, clean, and with a kitchen that was stocked with everything we needed in terms of crockery, cooking utensils, and eating utensils. There were welcoming snacks, and a coffee bar with Keurig Pods available. The bedrooms were well appointed, and each bed (all reportedly very comfortable) had a bedside lamp, including the bunkbeds, which was a wonderful feature for everybody, including the first graders, who are just getting good at reading. We loved all the separate gathering areas for our local family to join us for dinner. If I didn’t understand anything or if something seemed amiss, I contacted the owner and got a response within the hour. We will stay here again, very gladly.
This is a gem of a house at the edge of Beaver Dam Lake. My family stayed there as we gathered for my father's funeral. It was welcoming and well stocked, with a variety of spaces for both getting together and being alone. Doug was very gracious and responsive. Thank you, Doug! Highly recommended.
Each space in this historic home is as unique as it is cozy. There are beautiful pieces of the past- the hardwood floors, ornate stair rails and original doorknobs, yet, the kitchen and bathrooms are beautifully updated with new fixtures and appliances. It’s beautifully decorated!
We kayaked on the lake and loved seeing the different homes on the waterfront. There is a cool electronic game board in the living room which was really a hit. We all loved toasting marshmallows and making S’more’s around the fire pit. We’re all looking forward to returning to this wonderful little getaway!
We enjoyed our stay and found the house very unique. Very quiet area and great view of the lake. Few issues but the host helped us out with that. Overall would stay here again.
If I may add, a hot tub would be an amazing addition to the property. Markers on stairs leading down deck as well which I believe has been added. More comfortable chairs by the fire pit would also be a nice addition.
Overall great location close to store, restaurants and bars! Host was amazing during our stay and even provided a small cake for my dad’s 70th birthday.
One thing to note is that this is not a swimming lake unfortunately, it’s murky and best for fishing. We did kayak which was great as the lake is super calm and huge. Life vests were provided! We also rented a pontoon boat which was very relaxing!
The property was perfectly clean. I have never seen one like it. It smelt clean. Everything was provided from beach towels, to laptop, to makeup remover, to binoculers, to kayaks, sun room, everything you need. There were even sandwich bags in the pantry. I wish I did not have to pack a lot of these items. Communication with Doug, was instant. I cannot say enough of this place. The lake view and proximity of the back deck to the lake was just a few feet. The decor was appropriate to the name of the house. The AC was perfect as well as the ceiling fans. The floor of the bath shower surface was such to avoid slipping. Bath towels were good fabric as well as the beach towels. Everything was just perfect. Already recommended it to others and sent them the link. Thank you Doug and VRBO for such a wonderful stay.
We stayed here to have a little family vacation not too far from home. The rooms were nice and clean, the kitchen had everything we needed along with a nice grill outside. We had a lot of fun. The house has a lot of cool decorations with the Gatsby theme. The host responded promptly to all our questions. There are plenty of good restaurants, nice parks, and Horicon Marsh is just a short drive away and we stayed plenty busy. We stayed during a heat wave so outside temps got to 90 and the house stayed comfortable inside. The only issue we had was that the outside patio faced the setting sun with a standard patio umbrella providing shade. With how hot it got after lunch it made using the patio tricky until the sun was pretty low. I am unsure how cool/cloudy it needs to get to enjoy the patio in the afternoon but it was uncharacteristically hot and sunny during our stay. This did not detract from our stay but we did not get to use the patio as much as we hoped we would. The patio is also the only place where a full party of 8 can fit comfortably. The dining table seats 6 and the living room with the game table can hold 5-6 before people would need to sit on the floor. We had 6 adults, a toddler, and a baby so we were fine but 8 adults would be a little cramped.
This was such a wonderful stay at a beautiful and unique home. Loved the set up and back yard where we burned up many bubdles of wood. Owner was nice and was quick to respond. Highly recommend!!!
The Gatsby Getaway--The Epitome of Enchanting Elegance
The Gatsby Getaway transported us into a storybook setting for gathering to share and make memories. The original architectural details of this rare lakeside Spanish Revival gem are truly enchanting. Yet the modern conveniences of a well appointed large kitchen and updated commodious full bathrooms add to the elegance of this house. There are spaces to gather that are cozy and spaces to gather that are roomy, depending on your need. The dining room and sunroom were our perches for morning coffee. We enjoyed the lakeside deck as the perfect spot for an afternoon glass of wine or our cocktail hour, watching the wood ducks, orioles, and crested flycatchers in the trees and the pelicans and ducks on the lake. The sunsets were gorgeous as we relaxed in the deck chairs. At night, we nestled in the cozy and comfortable beds as the waves on the lake lulled us to sleep. We shared much laughter and memories during our relaxing yet invigorating time together. And made more wonderful memories as decades long friends--thanks to Gatsby Getaway. We hope to return again soon!