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Escape to The Bay House, a tranquil retreat nestled in the heart of Williams Bay village. Take a short stroll around the corner to Geneva Lake, or unwind in the huge backyard with grill and campfire pit. Lounge on plush beds or curl up on the front porch, while also enjoying hi-speed WiFi for remote work.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

The Bay House - 1 block from Geneva Lake

  • The Bay House — Cozy, Family-Friendly Retreat in the Heart of Williams Bay

    Welcome to The Bay House, where historic charm meets modern comfort. Nestled just steps from the lake, this inviting home is designed for easy, memorable getaways with family and friends. Walk to everything, unwind in comfort, and enjoy a space thoughtfully set up for both kids and adults.

    Sleep comfortably
    • Three cozy bedrooms with high-quality bedding
    • Fun, lake-themed bunk room perfect for kids
    • Pack-n-play available for little ones

    Gather, relax, and enjoy
    •Fully updated kitchen with new appliances, island seating, and stocked dishware
    • Fast Wi-Fi and smart TVs for streaming
    • Indoor electric fireplace for cozy evenings
    • Washer and dryer for convenience

    Outdoor living made easy
    • Private backyard — perfect for kids and pets
    • Fire pit for s’mores under the stars
    •Hammock, propane grill, and outdoor dining area
    • Beach gear included: wagon, chairs and toys

    Designed for families
    • High chair, kids’ dishes, toys and games
    • Room-darkening shades and noise machines for better sleep

    Pet-friendly
    • Dogs welcome with prior approval

    Explore with ease
    Step outside and you’re just a 2-minute walk to:

    • Lakefront park, beach, and boat launch
    • Local restaurants and ice cream
    • Scenic trails including the Geneva Lake Shore Path
    • Kayak/SUP rentals, and bike rentals

    Extras to make your stay special

    • Celebration setups for birthdays, anniversaries, or surprises
    •Golf cart rental assistance with delivery and pickup options
    • 24/7 local host support for a stress-free stay

    Pack light, settle in, and make lake memories at The Bay House.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Outside smoking only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 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 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

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

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside smoking only

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

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Williams Bay is home to this holiday home. Gary Gygax Memorial and Black Point Estate are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kishwauketoe Nature Conservancy and Big Foot Beach State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Yerkes Observatory and Animal Gardens. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and snowmobiling. Visit our Williams Bay travel guide
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Map
Williams Bay, WI

What's nearby

  • Geneva Lake
    Geneva Lake
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Yacht on a mountain lake in the Swiss Alps
    Lake Como
    4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Kishwauketoe Nature Conservancy
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Williams Bay Beach
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Yerkes Observatory
    2 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Harvard Station
    21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Coffee Mill
    6 min drive
  • The Green Bean
    2 min walk
  • The Bar at Chuck's
    7 min drive
  • Niche
    4 min drive
  • Crafted Americana
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bay House - 1 block from Geneva Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The Bay House - 1 block from Geneva Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Bay House - 1 block from Geneva Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Bay House - 1 block from Geneva Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Bay House - 1 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).

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The Bay House - 1 block from Geneva Lake Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
I stayed for business and then my family joined me later, this was a great location, Holly was super nice and helpful!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Team B.

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

Pleasant, Clean, Excellent Location

The beds were comfy, the porch was incredibly pleasant, the decor was cozy and the location was perfect. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blake M.

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

Amazing location for a lake geneva getaway

We loved our stay here! Great location a block away from lake geneva. A cute and quaint place with good outdoor space. Would definitely come back
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

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

Cozy lake house

Great location, walk to all the best local attractions in Williams Bay! House is cozy, three separate bedrooms, all comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison O.

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

Wholesome Family Time

Excellent value for a family vacation! Clean, with updated appliances. Short walk to restaurants and the shoreline. Looking forward to our next visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise E.

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

Cute and clean.

Worked out well for us. Clean and a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin O.

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

Perfect for a Bachelorette Party

We used this VRBO for a bachelorette party. The host was very responsive when I had questions, and the house was perfect for our group of 6. It's in a quiet neighborhood, which was perfect for our group's vibe. Location was great so close to Williams Bay and only about a 10-15 minute drive to Lake Geneva's Main Street.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

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

Family trip

House was clean, 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. Loved the front porch dining table and house had a variety of games- scrabble, uno, cards etc. also had lots of baby toys and dolls my daughter had fun playing with. Has lots of pans and cooking utensils, as well as a propane grill but Did not have any salt or basic spices. Fire pit was nice and they had marshmallow roasting sticks. Was a nice home base and good space when we had a rainy day that we were all still able to enjoy together
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location in relation to our event at Geneva National. House was a perfect size and beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay at the Bay House. Comfortable rooms and the covered porch in a quiet area. During our short stay we were able to shop in Lake Geneva, walk on the Lake Path, see the Yerkes Observatory and sit on the benches at the Williams Bay beach area watching all the activity. There is much to do around this good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay, cute and cozy! Well equipped for infant and toddlers.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dilara A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and cottage-like! We loved being within walking distance to some local shops, the park, and the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay here! Everything was perfect, and we had the best time! We loved going over to the Frosty Moose just around the corner for ice cream, and it was such a relaxing and calm beach area as well. The beds were super comfortable which made for a great night’s sleep!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

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

Nice home

Enjoyed our stay for our first stay in Lake Geneva!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise F.

Great place to stay! Very warm and welcoming.

Would recommend this wonderful getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen L.

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

Great location, very comfortable home. Had everything we needed. Nicely decorated and very clean.

Would definitely recommend this property to others!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Braden W.

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

Small, but great location

Loved this place. It worked great for
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marco V.

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

Awesome place

This was an amazing place to stay. Great communication with the owner. Definitely recommend this house to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

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

Family

Went to safari zoo and i think we were all amazed. Went on the 1 hr boat tour and enjoyed the beautiful homes. Had a little bonfire in the evening and just enjoyed each other
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom N.

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

Wedding weekend family

Great option close to town
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

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

Awesome location!

Second time renting this property in Williams Bay. Great location and cute house! We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JACKLYN K.

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

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!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

volkan t.

We had an amazing time just before Thanksgiving rush!!

Cute comfy beach cottage made us at home.. House was clean, kitchen stacked with whatever we needed, everything was just perfect! We'll definitely come back for summer!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

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

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela L.

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

Wonderful Guest and Stay Expereince!

What a fabuloius lake cottage! We loved the close-to-everything location, well thought out design and decor, and the super cool history of the place itself. We loved the big, covered front porch with porch swing, and the cozy vibe in the living area too. The host was awesome at communicating with us and any questions we had. We would for sure stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022