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Pet-friendly
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 446 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Markesan, WI
  • Green Lake
    2 min walk
  • Reilly's Pub
    6 min walk
  • Columbus Station
    40 min drive
  • Oshkosh, WI (OSH-Wittman Regional)
    48 min drive

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About the area

Markesan

With a stay at this cottage in Markesan, you'll be near the beach, just steps from Green Lake and a 2-minute drive from Dodge Memorial County Park. .This cottage is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Wick Nature Preserve and 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from Spring Lake.

What's nearby

  • Green Lake - 2 min walk
  • Golf Courses of Lawsonia - 13 min drive
  • Friendship Beach - 13 min drive
  • Puckaway Lake - 13 min drive
  • Thrasher Opera House - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Fond du Lac, WI (FLD-Fond du Lac County) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ice Bowl - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Aunt Judy's Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Reilly's Pub - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

5 Stars! Christmas and New Year's still available!

Decorated for the holidays! Come be cozy this wi ter! Experience the beauty of Green Lake in this completely remodeled cottage! The Minnow is a 500 sq ft one-bedroom cottage that has been updated in 2022 and is waiting for you in 2024.
Nestled in a Green Lake community, this cottage is just one row off the lake and offers all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay. Step inside to find a cozy and modern interior, complete with a brand-new beds, appliances, couch and more. Enjoy a morning cup of coffee on the screened-in porch or take in the fresh air on the new patio with table, chairs, fire pit, and gas grill.

We have a fenced-in yard, perfect for keeping kids and pets safe. The cottage is equipped with central air for hot days and a new furnace for cool nights, ensuring a comfortable stay no matter the weather.
Take a 5-minute walk to the beach or Reilly's Irish Pub, or launch your boat at the public landing 3 minutes away. Plus, parking is plentiful for anyone towing a boat at the cottage. The Green Lake Conference Center is only 15 minutes away, and the charming town of Princeton, home to the world-famous flea market every Saturday May-Oct is only 10 minutes away.
Everything in the cottage has been carefully selected to make your experience on Green Lake unforgettable. Don't miss out on this opportunity to create lasting memories in this remodeled and super cozy get away.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private furnished patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as gas grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Kate

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished patio
  • Garden
  • Gas grills
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Cycling on site
  • Marina nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 500 sq ft (46 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 26

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Note from host: Good dogs, only! Dogs are $50 extra per stay.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: No crib.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

5 Stars! Christmas and New Year's still available! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tom D.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Minnow
Very cozy cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan B., Milwaukee, WI

Liked: Cleanliness
cozy perfection
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wow is all I can say
It was a wonderful and very pleasant cottage with all the amenities of home and then some. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

PHILLIP K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend getaway!
Cabin had everything we needed for a great weekend! Would stay here again if we're in Green Lake area - highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Curtis B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday weekend
Perfect spot/size for the two of us. Had everything we needed! Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

joanne b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful, Comfy, and Relaxing "Mini"
I'm a senior and stayed at this comfy little cottage with my little dog. Beautiful hydrangeas around the front of the house and a lovely patio highlight the fenced property. Inside it was spotless, comfortably furnished, and the host thought of everything you would need to prepare a meal, watch television, read a book, or enjoy a barbecue on the patio. I slept well, and my dog enjoyed the yard so much that it was hard to get him back inside. The host left a bottle of wine, snacks, coffee K-cups, and plenty of fresh drinking water- greatly appreciated since the tap water has a lot of iron in it. Neighbors are nice and friendly, and I felt very safe at all times. The fish fry at Reilly's was a treat as well as fresh baked goods that I bought at the bakery in Princeton- both businesses recommended by the host. The lake was only a few minutes walk away and the water was clear and inviting. I highly recommend a short drive to the county park nearby, where there is a beach, boat launch, and picnic benches. If you are looking for some time to relax and reset, this is the place for you to be in early Fall. I highly recommend the Minnow and I am planning to return. It was the nicest, cleanest, most comfortable rental I have ever stayed in, and I've rented quite a few. Very dog friendly, too! Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henry T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cottage
Our dog loved the fenced-in yard.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cutest cottage!
We had the best time and this tiny cottage was perfect for us!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dain C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the Minnow!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quite A Mellow Stay
Peace and quiet. We’re part of the older Boomers generation so this is very attractive. The yard is completely enclosed so our 4-legged kid could explore. This was our first time to stay in the area around Green Lake and it was peaceful and relaxing. We’re sure it could have been more exciting but that wasn’t what we wanted. As for the amenities it was absolutely complete.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little spot
Great place, neighborhood, and host. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daun R.

Liked: Cleanliness
August 8, 2024
Nice neighborhood to walk around. Perfect homebase for our weekend adventures.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gwen K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Came looking for lake trout
We were struggling to find an economical stay in Green Lake close to the water for some fishing excursions. This place fit the bill. The Minnow doesn’t have fish cleaning facilities but we came prepared after talking to our very responsive host. Ample room to park a truck and boat trailer. The cabin accommodations were great! All bases are covered and then some. Excellent stay and would recommend. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

matt h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed for a short weekend and it was wonderful
We previously had a cabin down the road and were extremely excited to stay close to such a familiar area. The cabin is walking distance to the water and Rileys bar which is why we picked this listing. Great place, thank you for everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

M G., Wisconsin USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property and host
The good: Great location, walkable to a lakefront park. Quiet, pleasant neighborhood. Extremely well appointed. Clean. Comfortable bed. Large, fenced in yard with many outdoor amenities. Responsive and helpful host communication. The bad: Really, nothing. I'd be searching to come up with anything actually "bad". The verdict: I would happily stay here again, with no hesitation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen D.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Minnow July1-4
This cottage was the best. Weather didn't cooperate one day so we enjoyed staying in this cozy place reading and watching movies. A beach and restaurant both in walking distance was perfect. Kate was a great host. So quick to respond. Great little get away. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
It was a first time there and we loved it all. The attention to detail and little things that were thought of makes it a wonderful place to stay. Wished we had stayed longer but plan to come back year after year. Just a remarkable place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Small Cottage Big Stay
The property was very nice, well kept and clean. Good size yard for the dog to run around in. The lake is right there and so is the local bar. All the neighbors were friendly so wave hello if you see them. Bringing your own golf cart is a huge move, it's a two minute drive. Driving your car works too, there's plenty of parking. The local towns are nice to explore. If you're from a big city the night sky is amazing to look at.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

kathy s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary Getaway
Had a vice stay in this little cottage. Everything you can possibly need was there for our use, with one exception, I've learned to travel with a night light for unfamiliar places. Lovely patio that we didn't have much time for time for except for morning coffee. Nice peaceful neighborhood. Only one block to the water
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Book this!!
Incredible stay in Green Lake! The owners thought if every single detail. I couldn’t believe all the wonderful perks this home had. It was like being at your own cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Perfect location with an abundance of silence!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay at the best place ever!
My wife and I stayed at Kate's place with our dog over the holiday weekend and it was everything you could imagine - this place is amazing! The entire property is stocked with everything you need - from cookware, to linens, games, a fire pit - a huge fenced in property for kids/dogs to run around in and everything you could imagine - it's just such a wonderful place to stay. Kate is super responsive and kind - any questions that we had were answered in a super prompt time. The property itself is clean and comfortable, we felt right at home. We enjoyed our time at the sandy beach near the property, the walks around the area were peaceful and the locals around the area were so kind. We cannot wait to be back again - one of the best places you can stay in the area and such a fantastic spot! Looking forward to the next time we're there! Thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhea B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mother’s Day Getaway
My Mother and I booked this cute little cottage for our Mother’s Day Getaway. The cottage was everything it said it was and so much more! Kate is a wonderful host and the cottage is one of the best VRBOs I’ve ever reserved in all my years traveling! So welcoming and had everything we could ever need and want, we enjoyed a fire on the patio and had the best surprise for our weekend watching the Northern Lights dance across the sky above us! Definitely a trip we will always remember.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
We loved every minute of it went fishing had a great time with my son. Would like to return in the summer if it’s not booked
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic!
Kate & Tom's cottage is very clean and very comfortable with many personal touches. The location in a very quiet neighborhood with walking distance to the lake is fantastic. The large fenced yard was wonderful for the dogs to roam. Highly recommend for a relaxing getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023