Charming lakefront home with shared dock, porch, & sunroom - walk downtown provides a garden and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire home
167 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Lake view
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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.
Charming lakefront home with shared dock, porch, & sunroom - walk downtown
Summary:
The Blue Cottage
The Space:
Character and convenience combine at this darling Minocqua cottage, ideally situated on 'the island,' and right on the shores of Minocqua Lake on the Minocqua chain of lakes. You'll be within walking distance of all downtown’s shops, restaurants, and attractions, so it's easy to spend summer mornings grabbing coffee on Main Street and the afternoon exploring the water on your boat, which you can park at the shared dock. Go hiking on the nearby Bearskin Trail, play a round of golf, or just explore the charming downtown. Wintertime visitors will love the easy access to Minocqua Winter Park, 14 miles away, and Camp 10 Ski Area, around 33 miles away. At home, say hi to the neighbors from the friendly front porch, or relax with a book in the fully enclosed sunroom. Inside, you’ll find hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and lots of room to gather with loved ones. The well-equipped kitchen features a full suite of stainless steel appliances, including a dual oven and wine fridge, and plenty of counter space for prep. Grab a bite at the window-front dining table, then pop the dishes in the dishwasher for easy cleanup. When you get home, let the AC splits cool everyone down if it’s warm outside, or snuggle up on the sofa while you watch a movie if it’s chilly. Hop onto the free WiFi to scroll social media while the washer/dryer downstairs takes care of any stray laundry, then fire up the gas grill in the back yard for an easy dinner. Call it an night in any of three serene bedrooms, with extra sleeping space in the basement. Your dreamy Northwoods getaway to Minocqua awaits - all that’s left to do is book. THINGS TO KNOW This property is managed by Vacasa Wisconsin LLC.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Garden
Laundry
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Office
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a zoo
On the waterfront
Things to do
Fishing nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rock climbing 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
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
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
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
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.
About the area
Located in Minocqua, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kemp Natural Resources Station and Bearskin State Trail, while Campanile Center for the Arts and Vilas County Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Holiday Acres and Rock Falls Riding Stable LLC are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding, mountain climbing and rock climbing nearby. Visit our Minocqua travel guide
Is Charming lakefront home with shared dock, porch, & sunroom - walk downtown pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Charming lakefront home with shared dock, porch, & sunroom - walk downtown?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charming lakefront home with shared dock, porch, & sunroom - walk downtown?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Charming lakefront home with shared dock, porch, & sunroom - walk downtown located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Campanile Center for the Arts and Bearskin State Trail. Torpy Park Beach and Holiday Acres are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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Charming lakefront home with shared dock, porch, & sunroom - walk downtown Reviews
Reviews
Wonderful
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Perfect for access to downtown, the lake, and the trail. Can get a little loud at night being right across from the Thirsty Whale, but we knew to expect that. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stephanie K.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Rita Y.
10 Sept 2024
Blue cottage
Very cute and clean cottage. Location was great. We walked to bars and restaurants. Also close to bike trail.
The house was perfect for us. We had no issues with the house. The house was clean and well stocked. We used the Weber grill to cookout. Being close to the bike trail and downtown made life easy. We would rent again.
What a gem! So thankful to have found this perfect little cottage for our family. We enjoyed a long weekend away. Located on the island which was amazing! Everyone could walk downtown to shop, eat, explore, play mini golf, and of course get ice cream. Parking was great for our vehicles including boat and trailer. Dock area worked great for our Mastercraft. Rooms were exactly as shown and kitchen was set up with everything we needed for meals. One night we hung out with the windows open listening to the live music from Thirsty Whale. We enjoyed all the activity. Owner introduced himself and shared a little about the area with my husband and son. We will definitely be back to this location.
Wonderful location. We walked for a coffee and fished off the dock.
Christine L.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Amelia H.
5 Aug 2025
Great stay!
Amazing location right across the street from the lake and literally so close to anything downtown (5 minute walk). We had a group of 7 women staying together and especially enjoyed the front porches and watching the MinAQUA Bats from our dock. The music and activity at the Thirsty Whale wasn't an issue at all.
Amelia H.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lesley S.
4 Jul 2025
Blue Cottage Days
Location was great. Walked across street to view the Ski show and Thirsty Whale perfect for lunch or a cool drink. Beach close by for the 2 kids and shopping an easy walk . Nice back yard to play or grill. Front porch an added bonus for our family.
A few directions about the house would have been helpful, along with information about the surrounding area. The basement was musty, so a dehumidifier might have helped.
Kristi M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tomas B.
24 Jul 2023
Fantastic place to stay at in Minocqua!
If it is still available for your dates, I would absolutely book it! It was very comfortable and had very nice details in every room! Wonderful front room that looks at the water and the nearby restaurant (tasty whale). Walking distance to all the cool bars and restaurants in the area as well.
Tomas B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Abby E.
14 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Sweet little place!
Love love loved this place! Only reason it wasn’t 5 was because the door lock didn’t work getting in. It was quite a dilemma and late at night. Otherwise it is a delightful little place! With a beautiful view.
Abby E.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Sean K.
17 Jul 2023
Cute home across from lake with great porch!
Cute remodeled home but very loud in evenings with bar across street. House was clean and kitchen stocked with cooking supplies but no salt/pepper, oil, etc.
We enjoyed our stay at the Blue Cottage. It was very conveniently located on the main island of Minocqua. We were within easy walking distance of coffee shops, restaurants, miniature golf, the local beach, the lake, and the Bearskin Trail. The Thirsty Whale is directly across the street, so you will hear the patrons enjoying the bar at night but it also made it easy to stop in and have a meal as well. We attended the Mini-Aqua Bats water skiing show two nights and it was literally just out the front door as well. We also jumped on the bikes and enjoyed the Bearskin Trail a few times. Being right in the heart of Minocqua meant we could walk everywhere easily and still just run home to drop off our bags or use our own bathroom. We took advantage of the dock to rent a pontoon for the day and it was so much easier to just bring stuff from the house right to the boat instead of having to pack and unpack at the rental location...which also was just down the street! Overall a very convenient location and plenty of room for our family of 5.
The house is older and has creaky doors and floors but has been updated nicely. The AC worked great to keep the house cool. The kitchen was well appointed. WiFi worked without any issues.
Only complaints: the Schlage lock had issues. We were locked out THREE times and needed it reset each time. Also there is a TV in the basement with no service connected and a plug incompatible with the outlets down there. It just teased my teen!