On lake.You'll find Lake Ripley Park Beach and Cambridge Historic School Museum within 2 miles (3 km) of this vacation home. Cam-Rock Park Area and Lake Ripley Lanes are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Cambridge Historic School Museum - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
Cam-Rock Park Area - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
University of Wisconsin-Madison - 33 min drive - 28.1 miles
Camp Randall Stadium - 34 min drive - 28.3 miles
Getting around
Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 33 min drive
Restaurants
Cambridge Taphouse - 2 min drive
Pizza Pit - 3 min drive
Cambridge Winery - 4 min drive
Lake Ripley Family Restaurant - 17 min walk
Possum Lodge - 2 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Spacious Lakehouse w/ Deck, Kayaks, & Dock!
Find your next lakefront getaway at this Cambridge 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom vacation rental! Settled onto the banks of Lake Ripley, this roomy house boasts 3,000 square feet of living space packed with amenities to make your stay special. Hang out in the seasonal game room after you whip up something delicious in the fully equipped kitchen! For some lake fun, take the included canoe and kayaks for a spin, cast a line off the new private dock, or just kick back on the deck with a view of the water!
-- THE PROPERTY --
Driveway Parking for 4 Vehicles | Lake Views | 3,000 Sq Ft | Free WiFi
Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: King Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bedroom 4 (Bunk Room, Sleeps 6): Twin/Full Bunk Bed, 2 Twin/Twin Bunk Beds
OUTDOOR LIVING: New private seasonal dock (mid-May-early October), furnished deck, gas grill, Adirondack chairs, canoe, 2 kayaks, life jackets INDOOR LIVING: Cable TV, games, game table, ceiling fans KITCHEN: Fully equipped w/ cooking basics, microwave, dishwasher, drip coffee maker, toaster oven, toaster, island w/ seating GENERAL: Washer/dryer, towels & linens, cleaning essentials, air conditioning, central heating ACCESSIBILITY: Multi-level home, 2 exterior staircases to enter, bedroom & bathroom on 1st floor, interior stairs required to access bedrooms on upper level PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles), garage (2 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
LAKES: Lake Ripley - sandy bottom, swimming off dock (on-site), Hope Lake (3.1 miles), Red Cedar Lake (3.5 miles), Rock Lake (9.7 miles), Lake Koshkonong (10.3 miles), Lake Kegonsa (19.0 miles) GOLF COURSES: Lake Ripley Country Club (0.7 miles), Yahara Hills Golf Course (15.0 miles), The Oaks Golf Course (15.6 miles), Monona Golf Course (19.7 miles), Willow Brook Golf Course (20.7 miles) PARKS + ATTRACTIONS: Ripley Park (0.8 miles), Cambridge Winery (2.2 miles), Dancing Goat Distillery (2.6 miles), CamRock County Park (3.2 miles), Aztalan State Park (12.3 miles), Lake Kegonsa State Park (16.7 miles) MADISON: Olbrich Botanical Gardens (21.3 miles), Kohl Center (23.1 miles), Henry Vilas Zoo (23.3 miles), University of Wisconsin-Madison (23.4 miles), Camp Randall Stadium (23.8 miles) AIRPORT: Dane County Regional Airport (27.2 miles)
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - This multi-level home requires using 2 exterior staircases to enter. While it features a bedroom and bathroom on the 1st floor, interior stairs are required to access the bedrooms located on the upper level - The boathouse where the ping-pong table and the air hockey table are accessible in summer/fall months only, as it is not heated - The homeowners occasionally bring their dogs to the property so this property may not be suitable for guests with allergies - The dock is available seasonally from mid-May to early October. It is removed the second week of October This is a quiet, residential neighborhood with year-round residents. Please be respectful of our neighbors. You may not have any more than the maximum number stated on the premises
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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: 2,985 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
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
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
How close is Spacious Lakehouse w/ Deck, Kayaks, & Dock! to the airport?
This vacation home is 24.6 mi (33-min drive) away from the Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Spacious Lakehouse w/ Deck, Kayaks, & Dock! have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Spacious Lakehouse w/ Deck, Kayaks, & Dock! to the beach?
This vacation home is a short 13-minute walk from Lake Ripley Park Beach and 17.5 mi (22-min drive) from La Follette County Park. Don't forget your sunscreen!
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers 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.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 14 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 14 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 14 reviews
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Edward S.
Aug 11, 2025
Edward S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Melody H., Wausau, usa
Jun 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Tha lack of handrails made the site acess difficult for our older adults
Melody H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Evan R.
Aug 22, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and comfortable!
The beds were comfortable, the home was very well stocked (both in the kitchen and in the games cabinet) and everything was as described. We had a great time on the lake and would recommend this place without hesitation!
A couple notes depending on your situation:
- There are a fair number of (somewhat tall and uneven) stairs down from where you park to get into the house and there are two curved stairways in the house as well, so this wouldn't be a great spot for folks with mobility issues
- The nearby Ripley Park is a lovely spot with a nice playground and a great beach - but you do have to pay to get in ($5/adult, $2/kid) so be aware of that
Evan R.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
6/10 Okay
Ann J.
Nov 7, 2022
A few issues.
The steps down to property were difficult and covered with leaves. After cleaning up the leaves, it was a bit easier.
The lock box was very difficult. I have used lock boxes in the past, This one was very temperamental.
The beds in the bunk bed room were not made up.
There was a window open upstairs when we checked in. The basement door was also open.
There was a tooth brush and underwear on the dresser in the bunk bed room.
Ann J.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
J C.
Jul 21, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Well appointed home in a great location
The home had everything we needed and more, including plenty of water sport equipment and, as a surprise hit for mornings and evenings, puzzles! The owners were communicative and welcoming, although it took VRBO literally weeks and multiple requests to give me their contact information when I had a question about life jackets (the home has quite a few, for children and adults).
J C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie B.
May 6, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding Weekend
We had a wonderful time celebrating our son's marriage and having this beautiful home be home base for everyone. I loved all the different spaces so we could all have separate conversations going without talking over one another. The view was spectacular. Be ready for lots of steps going down to the front door. If you have someone in your party who is elderly or handicapped, this may not be the place for you. Otherwise, we loved this place.
Stephanie B.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sandra J.
Nov 27, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
A great gathering place for families.
A spacious household which accommodated our families well. Beautiful full kitchen. Awesome view of the lake. Not much room outside to play with little kids. Many steps due to the house location being on a hillside. Parking for four vehicles is bit of a stretch but our three full-size vehicles worked ok.
Sandra J.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
10/10 Excellent
Michele B.
Sep 20, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Beyond Expectation
This property has so much space to accommodate everyone in your group comfortably.
Michele B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
8/10 Good
Jennifer S.
Sep 19, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house on a fun lake
The Lake Ripley house was excellent for our large family gathering. We really enjoyed the large kitchen and dining area, plus ample bedrooms and baths. The lake is best for kayaking and fishing, but too weedy for swimming. We did kayak to the beach for a swim day. There was a pretty loud band playing at the marina on Saturday night, so not as peaceful as we would have hoped, but all other nights were quieter. We enjoyed the fire pit by the water’s edge and the huge deck. A few improvements are waiting to be done (broken pier, the gameroom needs some attention) but overall, but we are glad we stayed here. Lots to do and see in Cambridge… be sure to check out the garden and pottery stores in (and around) town.
Jennifer S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
6/10 Okay
Grey P.
Jun 26, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Dock was very disappointing
Overall the inside of the house was great and had lots of room. The yard is small but it’s on a lake so can’t really expect a large yard. The reason for the 3 stars is the dock. It is very narrow and in rough shape. It is hard to fish from with just two people and is not really safe for kids. If the dock was replaced with a newer, larger dock then this would be a great place to rent.
Grey P.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
8/10 Good
Glenda V., Sioux Center, Iowa
Dec 14, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Provided everything we needed.
COVID changed our usual holiday plans so we decided to meet in the middle with some of our family at Lake Ripley. There was room for everyone and we enjoyed going into Cambridge to the local coffee shop. Although written in the description at the very end we missed the fact that the game room isn’t part of the house and isn’t usable in the winter months. We enjoyed our time together as family and would recommend this rental.