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Relaxing Waterfront Cabin Located On A Sandy Bottom Crystal Clear Lake.

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2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Experience the serene beauty of Stratton Lake at Dream Catcher, a charming lakeside cottage surrounded by tall pines. Unwind on the porch with an indoor grill or enjoy a campfire under starry skies. With Wi-Fi and air conditioning in both the main cabin and Bunk House, this retreat offers comfort and convenience for all.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 784 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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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.

Relaxing Waterfront Cabin Located On A Sandy Bottom Crystal Clear Lake.

Take a vacation you will always remember at this charming lake side cottage. Located on the crystal clear Stratton Lake. This cabin is only steps from the water which boasts a sandy bottom! Stratton Lake is a full recreation lake surrounded by tall pines. Get that "Up North" feeling while only being 5 minutes from attractions such as mini golf, restaurants, night life, grocery stores, Waupaca Chain of Lakes, movie theater and much much more. Enjoy your days in the sun boating, skiing, fishing, tubing, paddle boarding and swimming from your dock. End your day with the most beautiful sunsets from across the lake. Camp fires, star gazing and s'mores will highlight your night. This rare sandy bottom and gradual drop off is great for young children to play or for adults who enjoy sitting in the water with a cold beverage. The main cabin is 800 SQ feet that includes a large bathroom, main bedroom, living room, pull out queen couch, kitchen, and a porch that features an indoor grill. Outside has a covered dining table and gas grill. Only steps away is the “Bunk House" including two queen size bunk beds that can sleep up to an additional eight people. The Bunkhouse has an intercom system for easy communication to the main cabin. It also has surround sound for a great movie watching experience. Both the bunkhouse and main cabin are air conditioned. Wi-Fi available!
Pontoon boat available to rent for $600 per week subject to availability. Message me for details!
Enjoy your stay at this "Dream Catcher" and make some memories that will last a lifetime.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No Smoking allowed inside any of the spaces

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 900 square feet

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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 10:00 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
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Addition Pet Fee.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Perfect for Children!

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking allowed inside any of the spaces

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 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Relaxing Cabin Located Sandy Bottom Crystal Clear Lake House
Relaxing Cabin Located Sandy Bottom Crystal Clear Lake Waupaca
Relaxing Cabin Located Sandy Bottom Crystal Clear Lake
Relaxing Cabin Located Sandy Bottom Crystal Clear Lake House
Relaxing Cabin Located Sandy Bottom Crystal Clear Lake Waupaca
Relaxing Cabin Located Sandy Bottom Crystal Clear Lake House
Relaxing Cabin Located Sandy Bottom Crystal Clear Lake Waupaca
Relaxing Cabin Located Sandy Bottom Crystal Clear Lake
Relaxing Cabin Located On A Sandy Bottom Crystal Clear Lake

About the area

Map
Waupaca, WI

What's nearby

  • Crystal River - 10 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Foxfire Golf Club - 12 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Hartman Creek State Park - 13 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Waupaca Woods Shopping Mall - 14 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Long Lake - 19 min drive - 14.9 km

Getting around

  • Appleton, WI (ATW-Appleton Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Waupaca Woods Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxing Waterfront Cabin Located On A Sandy Bottom Crystal Clear Lake. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Relaxing Waterfront Cabin Located On A Sandy Bottom Crystal Clear Lake.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing Waterfront Cabin Located On A Sandy Bottom Crystal Clear Lake.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Relaxing Waterfront Cabin Located On A Sandy Bottom Crystal Clear Lake. located?

Situated on the beach, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Hartman Creek State Park, Crystal River and Foxfire Golf Club. South Park and Waupaca Woods Shopping Mall are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Relaxing Waterfront Cabin Located On A Sandy Bottom Crystal Clear Lake. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 91 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 91 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 91 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 91 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sara G.

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

Lovely cabin

Quaint quiet cottage
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

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

Family Time in Waupaca

It was perfect for my husband and I and our Labs. Even the weather cooperated. Visited family during the day and relaxed at the lake with the dogs in the late afternoon and early evening. The lake is one of the cleanest I have been at in a long time. The cabin was comfortable and we slept great on the bed. We couldn’t have asked for more.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirk H.

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

Really enjoyed the clear, comfortable lake for swimming and paddleboarding. Many nearby restaurants.

We had a great time. Cabin was well stocked and very charming. Air conditioned, wireless access and a beautiful spot on a beautiful lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara G.

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

Quaint cottage

Extremely clean quaint cottage . We had a wonderful vacation . Kids liked swimming and paddle boarding . Entire family loved boat rides.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gene E.

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

On the Water

Beautiful clear lake and courteous host made for a relaxing 4 days. Cabin has classic charm and just the right updates. It is well equipped to take the pressure off so you can relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara G.

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

Peaceful

This is a quaint cottage on a quiet lake. Sunsets are Amazing ! Kids stayed in the bunk house and really enjoyed having their own space . We would definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Very good

Happy with the experience and quality.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aimee C.

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

Heavenly!

2nd stay at this cottage. Just love it. Had so much fun. The separate bunkhouse is priceless for privacy and separating dogs if needed!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lacey B.

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

Tough to beat this property

We loved our stay! The separate bunkhouse was so nice for our kids (we have 5), the water was absolutely beautiful, the neighborhood was very quiet, and the cabin was super clean. We especially loved the gentle slope to the lake and the fact that we could see the kids swimming and everyone fishing right from the cabin. I've searched a lot of properties, and this one checks all the boxes!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

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

Another Great Stay

We went back for our second summer and loved it just as much - beautiful water, lots of amenities, comfy beds, and a convenient location. We highly recommended kayaking the upper chain and then coming back to swim and grill by the lake. Perfect.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a very nice place to spend the weekend. We will have to come back with a larger group since it accomodates so many people. The scenery was beautiful with the changing colors of autumn.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Lizafelia

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

Clean cabin

It was a perfect size for our family. Very clean for a quaint older cabin. If you are looking for that cabin up north feel, this is perfect. The pier was nice and the pontoon was a great option so we did not have to bring our boat. I would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

cindy h.

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

Cabin on the Lake Getaway

The cabin was exactly what we were looking for and view was perfect. We enjoyed sitting by the water and watching our dog Rosie swim. Perfect getaway and we would return for sure. Our host was quick to respond to my questions. Quaint, quiet and gorgeous view!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerald M.

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

Great Get-a-way!

My wife, our dog Lenny, and myself just needed a time to kick back on the lake. This get-a-way was perfect. Quiet, great sunsets, lake was perfect, even though it was mid September….the swimming was awesome! The bunkhouse for a few movies nights was fantastic. For us and what we needed, this was perfect!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin K.

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

Relaxing stay

This was our second stay at this cabin and we enjoyed it just as much, if not more, than the first. We had perfectly hot weather for lazy days floating in the lake. I really like that this lake has non-waterski hours. It’s fun to watch all the people take to the water, swim out to the shallow area or hop on their paddle boards. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

caitlin m.

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

Great Lake House!

The stay was great - Caitlin was super responsive and even brought over some additional toys for our kids. Stratton Lake is wonderful and we had fun fishing, taking the paddle board out, and renting their pontoon boat. One thing to note - the house did not include toiletries or many cooking supplies (no spices, etc)- so something to bring with you.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Rebecca B., New Orleans

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

Great lil lake cabin

Over all the stay was nice and relaxing. No issues. It could have been Cleaner, the fridge had build up in the bottom left corner and draw. The host was friendly and was available when needed. Nice location close to stores. The tv in the garage was big which was nice for watching the game.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Ann C.

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

Cozy escape

Enjoyed some time paddling on the lake, but the weather didn’t cooperate. Instead we played card games and hiked trails in Hartman’s Creek State Park. The location is perfect for enjoying the fun of the Waupaca Chain o’ Lakes. The only drawback for our 60+ age group was no bathroom in bunk house.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Erin K.

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

Stratton Lake Cabin

We really enjoyed the beauty and quiet of Stratton Lake. It was a nice relaxing getaway. The water is sandy and clear. The cabin had everything we needed and more. The main cabin would be a bit crowded for more than two people but the bunkhouse is a really nice addition. I agree with previous reviews about the bathroom situation and the cabinets coming lose from the wall. But overall these are small items that would not affect a return trip for us. The outdoor gazebo is a really nice feature we used a lot as there really isn’t much of a dining table inside. For a small group this was the perfect amount of space.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Gloria M.

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

Mold/mildew

My daughter is extremely allergic to mold/mildew. She had an attack the first nite in the bunkhouse. She tried to sleep in the bed in cottage. Not any better. The 3rd nite she slept on couch with a fan blowing on her. We checked out a nite early. All our clothes reeked of mildew when we got home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon S.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Relaxing

Would go again. Kids and grandkids would love it.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Becky D.

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

3.5 stars

Pros and cons - cons first to get the bad news over with :) Cons: -main house is very rundown, not rustic, rundown. It seems neglected in there except for the decorating (which is great). -Everything needs an extremely deep cleaning; floors were filthy, our feet were black within minutes of arrival; lots of gunk gathered in corners and crevices -Kitchen cabinets giving away (starting to fall) from the ceiling -Most kitchen cabinet doors don’t close -Shower surround is old, moldy and gross; whole bathroom could use remodel -Sheets and towels were smelly so we washed everything our first night on “vacation” -My body is sore from sleeping on the pullout sofa, very uncomfortable -Garage door light flashed all night on last night in bunkhouse and nothing would turn it off; assuming something got in the way of the sensor? -No fridge (mini or standard size) in bunkhouse -Grill didn’t work except for a small flame on middle burner (lines were corroded and cracked) -Pontoon is also very rundown and dirty -Not a single person in our group of 5 could get the patio sliding door open -Pier could be dangerous for older or unsteady people; it is not level and has raised spots where someone could potentially trip Pros: -One of the better spots on the lake -Amazing view and sunsets -Well stocked rental -Washer and dryer -Lake water is clear and good for swimming, kayaking, etc -Pontoon runs nicely; motor seems newer -Decent fishing -Bunkhouse is nicely done and beds comfortable -Porch and bedroom are nicer compared to rest of main house -Communication with the owner was always great -Dog friendly We arrived a day late due to weather and left a day early due to the accommodations. The main house needs some love. New floors, new kitchen cabinets and a new shower surround. Basically what was done to the bunkhouse. And a VERY good cleaning. This place has so much potential! Overall, regardless of the cons, we enjoyed our time on the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

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

Great Place and Location

We really enjoyed our stay here - lots of updates including the awesome bunkhouse (out teenager loved it), but it still had the vintage charm of an up north cabin. It was well stocked and comfortable, with an amazing view from the living room. The lake was beautiful and we enjoyed swimming all day and paddling around in the evening. Many places to sit and gather outside. The location is close to the chain and Hartman Creek State Park. Plenty to do, but away from crowds and noise. Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022