Located on a small canal that leads directly into Tichigan Lake, Cottage On The Canal offers an escape from the city. Relax by a fire in the private, fenced-in yard or enjoy water activities like kayaking and fishing with unlimited use of two kayaks and one canoe included. Savor time with family and friends at The Watering Hole Bar & Grill just 100 steps away.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6152 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
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About this property
Cottage On The Canal - An All Seasons Getaway - Waterford - Lake Tichigan
Cottage On The Canal is perfect for those who enjoy kayaking, canoeing, fishing, snowmobiling, ice fishing, fall colors, or just getting away from the city. Located on a small canal that leads directly into Tichigan Lake, this house is on the water and only 350 feet from wide open lake. Tichigan Lake and the Fox River Impoundment combine for over 1,100 acres of navigable waterway that is perfect for waterskiing, wake boarding, fishing, and swimming in summer and ice fishing, snowmobiling, and cross-country skiing in winter. Just a short paddle from the house is a swimmable lake with depths greater than eight feet and depths up to 63 feet in the middle of the lake. By walking less than 100 steps away from the house you can find dining and often live entertainment at The Watering Hole Bar and Grill. This cottage is ideal for 4 people, could sleep 5 or 6 in total, if they fit on the small pull out sofa featured in the photos. Relax by a fire in the private, fenced-in yard, or enjoy the lower level entertainment area where family and friends can play games or just relax and watch a movie. Located just 3.5 miles from the nearest grocery store and less than 4 miles to downtown Waterford, you can be away from it all but close to creature comforts. The canal is NOT ideal if you have a pontoon boat that is 8.5' wide or greater or 18 foot or larger ski boats as the canal is restricted by a narrow bridge and the canal itself is only 20 feet wide. It IS ideal for fishing boats, jet skis, kayaks, canoes, paddle boats, or paddle boards. Included with your stay is free unlimited use of two kayaks and one canoe, or bring your own fishing boat and tie up to the dock. If you just want to relax and look at the water then the deck overlooking the canal and the lake may be more your style. Bring your brats, burgers or hot dogs and grill out on the deck on the Weber propane grill. The canal may appear clean and shallow, but guests do catch perch, bass, catfish, and even northern pike right off the dock. Paddling through the tunnel allows for great underwater viewing of whatever happens to be swimming through! We provide two kayaks and a canoe for our guests to enjoy. Inside you will find entertainment for the kids and adults alike with a foosball table, air hockey table, and Pac-Man arcade game with eleven other 1980s classic video games. A second TV is located in the lower level game room so kids can watch what they want downstairs while the adults unwind upstairs. The house does have a Ring Doorbell at the front door for security and monitoring of the house.
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
3 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible parking space
No lift
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a zoo
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Golf
Kayak
Snow sports gear
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Canoeing nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing 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)
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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
3 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
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 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
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
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Located in Waterford, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Edgewood Golf Course and Moorland Road Golf Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Martin's Woods State Natural Area and Mukwonago River State Natural Area. Travelling with kids? Consider Green Meadows Petting Farm and Lotza Fun Room. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and snowmobiling. Visit our Waterford travel guide
Is Cottage On The Canal - An All Seasons Getaway - Waterford - Lake Tichigan pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Cottage On The Canal - An All Seasons Getaway - Waterford - Lake Tichigan?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cottage On The Canal - An All Seasons Getaway - Waterford - Lake Tichigan?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cottage On The Canal - An All Seasons Getaway - Waterford - Lake Tichigan?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Cottage On The Canal - An All Seasons Getaway - Waterford - Lake Tichigan located?
Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Jean Jacobson Dog Park, Green Meadows Petting Farm and Lotza Fun Room. Martin's Woods State Natural Area and Big Bend-Vernon Recreation Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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Cottage On The Canal - An All Seasons Getaway - Waterford - Lake Tichigan Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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We had just an excellent stay! We came for a quick girls weekend and this place was perfect! Cute, clean, comfortable beds and a excellently stocked kitchen! The main event of our weekends away is always a glorious, glutenous meal prepared by us, so a well stocked fully functional kitchen is key to our happiness! The town is cute with dining and shopping but also close enough for some day trips. We spent the late morning and early afternoon bopping around the downtown Lake Geneva boutiques which was great! We all agreed we'd love to come back in the summer and use the kayaks and canoe and check out the Water way! Grant was awesome to work with and the little bar next door was a plus! Highly recommend!
Grant sent us an email with information in advance and everything was exactly as the pictures showed. We walked out on the ice and saw some fisherman catch a huge northern. We had dinner and caught some live music next door, and we’re pleased that we couldn’t hear it at the house after we left. It was a short drive to Alpine Valley for a day of skiing. We will definitely be back to check it out in the summertime.
I love this place! I had such a great time! One of my favorites was using the Kayak - you can easily explore the canal (attached to the yard) and access the big lake which is just few short rows away. There is a nice island and slow no wake that made for minimal waves and boat traffic. The house is clean, bed was comfortable and we loved playing the arcade-like PacMan and foosball! The host was easy to work with and the neighborhood was nice and quiet - which my dog enjoyed. I am planning on coming back again!
We had such a great time staying here!! It is close to everything including downtown Milwaukee. Place was nice in a quiet area. Would stay again and recommend. Thank you so much Grant
Property was welcoming and hosts went out of their way to make us feel comfortable.
Kim S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
AMBER
15 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We really enjoyed our stay at this lovely home. Kayaking and unwinding by the canal were highlights, and the peace of mind in bringing our dogs along was invaluable. We absolutely plan to revisit this charming house on our next trip to Milwaukee.
We had such a enjoyable time at this house on the canal. Everything about this location was great! Extremely clean, comfortable, relaxing. Our dog loved the fenced in area/deck over looking the canal. Thank you to the host Grant for making this a wonderful trip!
The absolute best place to stay for our family and dogs. The house was clean and well stocked. Beds were very comfortable. A little attention to cobwebs and small spiders in the basement but overall a great stay.
Property owner was great to deal with, and communication was also very good. The neighborhood was quiet, and there is a nice bar/restaurant directly next door. All amenties were exactly as described.
My husband, pup, and I enjoyed a long weekend at Grant’s place. It was perfect for the two of us and our dog. It was great to have family visit us and enjoy an outdoor fire. Area was very quiet, Grant was very responsive with questions.
Very comfortable and relaxing stay. My husband and I are both disabled so the stairs were a bit much for me. But Grant allowed us extra time to check out and was very understanding.
Our stay was just as anticipated; the house is in a perfectly quiet and relaxing location with everything you need close by! We enjoyed nearby golf as well as on-site use of the kayaks. Highly recommend this property and would stay here again! Communication with the owner was easy.
My wife and stayed with our son and wife along with our grandson. We had plenty of room. Would've liked another shower but all was good. Food next door at the watering hole was excellent too !
Overall our stay here was very positive. The house had plenty of room for our group and had all the household items needed for a positive stay. The host was very responsive when it came to any issues and even offered to bring over additional items to help our stay feel a little more comfortable on a hot weekend. I would highly recommend this location for anyone staying in the area!
Easy access to the property, right on the water.
Cottage was clean and safe, the listing was accurate. Grant was an intentive, helpful and a gracious host. Kayaking was just a few steps away. We would definitely go back!
We highly recommend this cottage! It had everything we needed and Grant was great to work with. An easy drive to Madison and Milwaukee and lots of fun restaurants nearby. Loved sitting on the deck in the morning with my coffee, listening to the birds and watching the willow across the canal sway in the breeze. We hope to make it back next summer.
This house had everything we needed! Very nice and clean. Great deck, yard and fire pit area. Grant was super easy to work with and very accommodating. We were able to go up the canal on jet skis and get onto Lake Tichigan and also the Fox River. We really enjoyed our stay!
Water level too low to bring boat to pier while we stayed, but boat launch was not too far to put in and putt each day.
Bed super comfy but watch out for the frame edges.
Super bar next door, great people in the area. Make sure you try Crossroads for dinner!
The home was so clean and we both loved our stay. The weather cooperated and we were able to spend time on the deck watching ducks and a family of geese coming up and down the canal. My sister and I had a relaxing time. My rescue dog Toby had his first vacation, he enjoyed his stay also. There is everything you need in the home, just bring your personal items and clothes. I will definitely be back. Grant is a great host.
Our family loved paddling out through the canal and swimming at the sandbar. Fishing was so fun and caught so many right off the dock. The house was modern and perfect for our family of 4 + 2 mini dachsunds. Nearby restaurants had great food, and we were able to grill an amazing meal at the cottage with dinner on the patio. The fire pit was a big hit with our little ones for storytelling and s’more making, along with the game area in the basement. Grant was an amazing host and communicated effectively and promptly. Would definitely stay here again!