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Family Friendly on the Crystal River

Holiday home in Waupaca with kitchen and patio

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Experience a charming retreat on the Crystal River at this cozy cottage, where you can unwind by the fire pit or dip your feet in the water from our private dock. With six kayaks and two bicycles available, enjoy exploring Waupaca's Chain of Lakes or relax with a game night in the rec room.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Outdoor space

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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.

Family Friendly on the Crystal River

Want to stay at a charming get-away in beautiful central Wisconsin? Relax and unwind in a cottage type home on the Crystal River in a rural wooded 2.4 acre lot. The cottage is located 7 minutes away from The Chain of Lakes’ public beach (Taylor Lake public boat launch is 4 miles away) . Enjoy roasting marshmallows in the fire pit by the river or putting your feet in the water while sitting on our private dock. From it, you can Kayak downstream to a public take-out (1¼ miles away). Guests have use of six kayaks (one is a double) and two bicycles. The cottage sleeps 10. It is clean and well maintained with 5 bedrooms, three bathrooms, a full kitchen, dining area, living room, laundry room, and a rec room with games and pool table making fun available even on rainy days. A deck with patio furniture overlooks the river too. If you are looking to escape from the city life and want to enjoy spending time on the property or exploring Waupaca’s Chain of Lakes, dining and entertainment, then this is the place! And it’s only a 3-hour drive from Chicago, 2 hours from Milwaukee, or 1 ½ hours from Madison. Did I say we are out in the country, very dark at night great for star gazing.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Kayak

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

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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
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
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Empty coffee grounds
Sweep kitchen floor
Put used towels on laundry room floor
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 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
Property Registration Number 3247123

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Waupaca is home to this holiday home. Foxfire Golf Club and Central Waters Brewing Company are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hartman Creek State Park and Pickerel Lake State Natural Area. Visit our Waupaca travel guide
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Map
Waupaca, WI

What's nearby

  • South Park
    7 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Crystal River
    7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Hutchinson Historical House
    8 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Foxfire Golf Club
    9 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Waupaca Woods Shopping Mall
    10 min drive - 10.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    10 min drive
  • H.H. Hinder Brewing Co.
    10 min drive
  • Dairy Queen
    9 min drive
  • Waupaca Woods Restaurant
    10 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family Friendly on the Crystal River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Family Friendly on the Crystal River?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family Friendly on the Crystal River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Friendly on the Crystal River?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family Friendly on the Crystal River located?

Situated in Waupaca, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Crystal River, South Park and Hutchinson Historical House. Hartman Creek State Park and Waupaca Woods Shopping Mall are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Family Friendly on the Crystal River Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

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

Great views

Nice house lots of room awesome View of Crystal River River from almost every room nice big yard we saw a lot of people kayaking looked like a lot of fun
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlene S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lots of private spaces and shared family places too.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting! The house is spacious and provides privacy for a large group. The kitchen is well equipped. Coffee and a variety of teas are provided.My family enjoyed our stay! Very peaceful location
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025