10/10 Excellent
Denise E.
9 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and clean.
Denise E.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Entire home·Private host
The Bay House - 1/2 block from Geneva Lake
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Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8111 sq m
Popular amenities
- Hot tubHot tub
- FireplaceFireplace
- Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
- KitchenKitchen
- Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
- Free WiFiFree WiFi
Check out the area
Williams Bay, WI
- Yerkes Observatory3 min drive
- Lake Como5 min drive
- Geneva National Golf Club8 min drive
- Janesville, WI (JVL-Southern Wisconsin Regional)45 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.
The Bay House - 1/2 block from Geneva Lake
Lake Life Living. The lake is just around the corner, along with the lakefront park, 22-mile shore path, restaurants, coffee and ice cream shops. Just a few more steps to the beach and Kishwauketoe Nature Conservancy. Situated perfectly next to the lake with a great backyard for all gatherings, a fully-equipped stainless steel kitchen for a gourmet meal, campfire space, front porch and comfortable updated living spaces.
We allow dogs upon request. Dog fee is $40 per pet per stay.
This is tranquil, clean and cozy cottage located in the heart of the village is your home away from home. Williams Bay is true lake life living, without the traffic of other villages. Walk around the corner and you're at Geneva Lake.
Curl up in the plush, dreamy beds. Enjoy the huge backyard for grilling out (propane grill), yard games, hammock naps and campfires. Or just lounge away on the front porch swing.
Just two blocks from Pier 290, one block to beautiful nature trails.
Perfect remote working space! Extra hi-speed wifi. There is also a small workspace with office chair in one bedroom for remote working or learning. House also includes a high chair, play pen, kids toys and games.
Professionally cleaned every time after guests stay.
Available birthday/anniversary/surprise set-up upon request.
We allow dogs upon request. Dog fee is $40 per pet per stay.
This is tranquil, clean and cozy cottage located in the heart of the village is your home away from home. Williams Bay is true lake life living, without the traffic of other villages. Walk around the corner and you're at Geneva Lake.
Curl up in the plush, dreamy beds. Enjoy the huge backyard for grilling out (propane grill), yard games, hammock naps and campfires. Or just lounge away on the front porch swing.
Just two blocks from Pier 290, one block to beautiful nature trails.
Perfect remote working space! Extra hi-speed wifi. There is also a small workspace with office chair in one bedroom for remote working or learning. House also includes a high chair, play pen, kids toys and games.
Professionally cleaned every time after guests stay.
Available birthday/anniversary/surprise set-up upon request.
Property manager
Holly Leitner
Languages
English
Property amenities
Beach
- Beach sunloungers
Ski
- Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby
Pool/Spa
- Spa tub
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- On-site parking
- Car recommended
Kitchen
- Fridge
- Stovetop
- Microwave
- Oven
- Spices
- Kitchen island
- Toaster
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware/dishes/utensils
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bed sheets provided
- Sofa bed
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Fireplace
- Living room
Entertainment
- Smart TV with cable/satellite service
- DVD player
- Video library
- Books
- Stereo
- Games
Outdoor areas
- Patio
- Barbecue
- Garden
- Firepit
Laundry
- Washing machine and dryer
- Near a laundromat
Work spaces
- Desk
- Desk chair
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- 2 total pets
- Welcoming dogs only
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
- Note from host: Outside smoking only
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- Near a health or beauty spa
- Near a hospital
- In a village
Things to do
- Birdwatching nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Hunting nearby
- Ice skating nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Parasailing nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Sledding nearby
- Snowmobiling nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Water tubing nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
- Windsurfing 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
General
- Unit size: 1200 sq ft (111 sq m)
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Policies
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21
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
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Must talk to the owner prior to arrival to confirm
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Important information
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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 and a first aid kit
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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
Property is also known as
Bay House 1/2 Block Geneva Lake Williams Bay
Bay House 1/2 Block Geneva Lake
Bay 1/2 Block Geneva Lake Williams Bay
Bay 1/2 Block Geneva Lake
The Bay House - 1/2 Block From Geneva Lake Williams Bay
The Bay House - 1/2 Block From Geneva Lake Private vacation home
About the area
Williams Bay
This holiday home is located in Williams Bay. Lake Geneva Cruise Line and Alpine Valley Ski Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Travelling with kids? Consider Yerkes Observatory and Animal Gardens. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
What's nearby
- Geneva Lake - 4 min walk
- Williams Bay Beach - 10 min walk
- Yerkes Observatory - 3 min drive
- Lake Como - 5 min drive
- Geneva National Golf Club - 8 min drive
Getting around
- Harvard Station - 21 min drive
Restaurants
- Geneva National Restaurant - 12 min drive
- Pier 290 - 10 min walk
- Tana's Family Restaurant - 6 min drive
- Mars Restaurant & Resort - 7 min drive
- Waterfront - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Bay House - 1/2 block from Geneva Lake pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
What time is check-in at The Bay House - 1/2 block from Geneva Lake?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Bay House - 1/2 block from Geneva Lake?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Bay House - 1/2 block from Geneva Lake located?
This family-friendly Williams Bay holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Geneva Lake and Kishwauketoe Nature Conservancy. Yerkes Observatory and Williams Bay Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Tom N.
1 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding weekend family
Great option close to town
Tom N.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
8/10 Good
Maggie B.
17 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
The property was nice. Key pad was easy to use and straight forward. Everything we needed was waiting for us. The porch out front was our favorite spot! We sat out there for hours with coffee or drinks and just enjoyed the surroundings! Beds were comfortable. Overall a really nice place!
Maggie B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
6/10 Okay
Lisa S.
13 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, difficult check-in
The property is in a great location, the beds are comfortable, house is clean. Check-in process was unreasonably difficult and involved going to the woman who lives on the other connected side of the house. Property manager provided 1 beach pass for our troubles (there were 4 of us). Not a great start to the vacation. Luckily we were using the house for overflow guests for a larger family reunion so we were not there much.
Lisa S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Gregory K.
23 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
The Bay House is so charming!
The Bay House was wonderful- so charming! The front porch is the perfect place to relax/enjoy a meal, and the beautiful plants. The bedrooms were perfectly sized for our 2 daughters. There is a wonderful ice cream shop just steps away from the house. And less than 10 minute walk to get to the beach. We will definitely be back!
Gregory K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michele S.
7 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable Home, Amazing Location
My husband, our dog, and I truly enjoyed our stay in this clean and comfortable home. The location is perfect, close to Lake Geneva and Fontana while being able to walk to many Williams Bay attractions. This is a great place to relax and get out of the city. I highly recommend.
Michele S.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
JACKLYN K., Chicago
18 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay at the Bay (House)
Great relaxing spot for a few days away from home. Can't wait to be back in the nice weather to enjoy the outdoors. Super comfy beds, good shower pressure and great restaurants within walking distance. Me, mom, daughter and the pups had a great time!
JACKLYN K.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Paiton D.
8 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Winter ski stay
Cute small place that can accommodate a good size group. We went to ski at Alpine and it was a perfect locations close to everything. Only downside is 1 bathroom for so many people and no dryer or washer. Other than that, holly was great and the place was stocked and we even got to check in early. Would recommend and would stay again.
Paiton D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Vince M.
28 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving Getaway
The house, stay was great!!! The location which was a quick walk to the lake, restaurants and shops was ideal.
Vince M.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Georgia H.
20 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderfully cozy
We enjoyed a weekend in Williams Bay. Although the weather didn't cooperate for the fire pit and a good lake walk we all had a great time. Your place was perfect for our needs! Clean, warm and cozy and our pup was welcome too. Thanks!!
Georgia H.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022