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Property Description

The eagle soars in majestic stealth, watching over his nest and family from on high. Expand your views and let your spirits soar, vacationing in this peaceful log retreat on Lake Petenwell, the 2nd largest inland lake in Wisconsin (with 23,000 acres). Privacy and acreage. Rejuvenate as you watch sailboats float along in the breeze. This spacious log home opens your mind and dares you to daydream again, while you enjoy your long deserved vacation away-from-it-all! And Nana & Papa’s Nest is only 50 minutes north of the Wisconsin Dells!

Swim and boat from the community pier, at water’s edge of this 6-acre property. Follow the grassy conservancy path which winds along the shoreline, to the community beach within a 15-minute walk. Nana & Papa’s Nest is also located just 2 miles to the beach, playground equipment and developed boat launch at Wilderness County Park. Entertain and dine on this wide lakefront deck … or inside from the great room and open concept dining/kitchen area. Nana & Papa’s Nest is naturally enhanced by the warmth of the interior logs and wood flooring throughout, the large foyer, and the oversized sitting loft for conversation and a friendly game of cards.

This is the perfect vacation home for your flock to gather! With three large separate living areas, enjoy the views and serenity … while the rest of the family enjoys the TV in the lower den area with bar area. This home boasts a total of 4 spacious bedrooms and 3 full baths — separated by lots of living space to complete the privacy for families and couples. Enjoy the spectacular morning views from the many patio windows of the great room, or sitting out on the immense deck soaking in the morning solitude.

Nana & Papa’s Nest sleeps up to 14. Close to beaches, boating, and trails … and attractions such as Ho-Chunk Casino (Nekoosa), championship golf, Necedah National Wildlife Refuge (the largest in Wisconsin), county festivals and events … only 50 minutes to the Wisconsin Dells, or a day trip to Spring Green, Elroy Bike Trail, Frank Lloyd Wright center and House on the Rock. Relaxation or exhilarating activities — the choice is yours!
Pets welcome!

Vacation Rental Policies

Payment may be made in the form of personal check, money order, certified, cashier's check or PayPal credit card processing. If using credit card, there will be an additional convenience fee per transaction. Final balance, tax and security deposit is due 2 WEEKS PRIOR TO ARRIVAL and may be paid in the form of personal check, money order, or PayPal credit card invoice, which will be emailed to you.

Our standard rental period begins on Fridays, check-in anytime after 4pm ... and ends the following Friday at 10am, While we accept shorter stays, that stay must typically fall within the Fri-Fri timeframe (not branching between 2 weeks).

During the prime summer season, we have a minimum 4-night stay. During the value-season, we have a minimum 3-night stay. BOOK FOR 5 NIGHTS, RECEIVE THE 6TH AND 7TH NIGHTS FREE! Some owners may accept a shorter stay than minimum (short-stay cleaning fee will apply)

5.5% state and local tax (NO room tax)

Reservations cannot be held without a 50% deposit; refundable if cancelled with at least 60 days notice prior to arrival date (minus a 10% administration fee of the base rental amount). A refund with less than 60 days notice, possible only if home can be rented during that time.

Security Deposit... In addition to your rental charge, a security deposit is held on behalf of the homeowner & returned within 14 days of departure if no charges are accrued. The security deposit is equal to the prime season nightly rate listed above or a minimum of $400 (whichever is greater).

This amount is refunded within 14 days of departure, barring any damages or failures to comply with our rental policies. If damage to the premises occurs in excess of the security deposit, the primary renter agrees to be held liable and charges will be made to the credit card listed on the Guest Data Sheet.

This home is pet-friendly. There is an additional non-refundable pet fee of $50 per pet, per stay ... and a refundable pet security deposit of $100 per pet, per stay (in addition to the standard security deposit). It is the responsibility of the pet owner to clean the premises after their pets. Failure to do so will result in loss of the pet security deposit. If owner will accept a stay shorter than our required seasonal stay, an additional short-stay cleaning fee of $200 will be charged.

In order to BOOK your reservation, you must call the Cottage Keeper to receive your unique reservation number. A reservation deposit of 50% of the total base rent is due within 10 days of booking.
Persons under 21 years of age must be accompanied by parent or legal guardian.
Bookings require a 2-week advance reservation.

Activities and Special Interests

This property provides access to the following activities and special interests:

Other Activities and Interests:
SWIMMING & BEACHES:
CASTLE ROCK COUNTY PARKS (Designated swimming area, playground, boat launch, camping)
Adams County / Daily vehicle sticker 608-339-7713
Juneau County / Daily vehicle sticker 608-847-7089
PETENWELL COUNTY PARK (Designated swimming area, playground, boat launch, camping)
Adams County / Daily vehicle sticker and boat slips 608-564-7513
WILDERNESS PARK (Designated swimming area, playground, boat launch, camping)
Juneau County (Petenwell) / Daily vehicle sticker 608-847-7089
FREE PUBLIC BEACHES & BOAT LAUNCHES THROUGHOUT

HORSEBACK RIDING
BIGHORN RANCH, Adams County 608-778-5551
RED RIDGE RANCH RIDING STABLE, Juneau County 608-847-2273

DOWNHILL, SNO-BOARDING & CROSS COUNTRY SKIING
(Listed in travel distance order - call for winter rates)
ROCHE-A-CRI STATE PARK (cross-country only)
WOODSIDE RANCH, Mauston 608-847-4275
CHRISTMAS MOUNTAIN, Wisc. Dells 608-254-3971
CASCADE MOUNTAIN, Portage 608-742-5588
NORDIC MOUNTAIN SKI AREA, Wild Rose 920-787-3324
DEVIL'S HEAD SKI RESORT, Merrimac 608-493-2251
RIB MOUNTAIN, Wausau 715-845-2846

FINE AREA RESTAURANTS
LAKESHORE (by boat or car... casual attire accepted in all)
CARLSON'S RUSTIC RIDGE (dinners, Sunday brunch) 608-339-6300
SPLASH (dinners, sandwiches) 608-339-3090
THE DIRTY TURTLE (bar & specialty sandwiches) 608-562-5931
SHIPWRECK BAY (bar & grill) 608-847-2401
THE LURE (bar & grill) Lake Petenwell 715-325-6555
ROMANO'S PIZZERIA (dinners, sandwiches) Lake Petenwell 715-325-6700
OFFSHORE
WOODBINE INN (dinners & buffets) 608-565-2122
BAY REST, Lake Petenwell (dinners, sandwiches) 608-564-7020
LAKE ARROWHEAD CLUBHOUSE (full menu) 715-325-3341
TRAIL'S END, Lake Arrowhead (dinners, sandwiches) 715-325-9898
ISHNALA SUPPER CLUB (fine dining/reservations) The Dells 608-253-1771

OTHER THINGS TO DO & SEE IN ADAMS & JUNEAU COUNTIES:
FAWN CREEK WINERY (wine, gifts, micro-menu), 608-253-4400
FLEA MARKET - every Saturday & Sunday during summer (Adams RR track)
GOLFING - Lake Arrowhead/Pines & Lakes (two 18-hole 4.5 star rated),
Mound View (9-hole), Castle at the Bay (18-holes, replica world-famous 9-holes)
Ridges (18-hole), Castle Rock (18-hole),
HUNTING - Public access lands, deer and wild turkey
SNOWMOBILING - Over 400 miles groomed and marked state and local trails
ATV - Developed ATV county trails
ROCHE-A-CRI MOUND STATE PARK - National Historical Register
BUCKHORN STATE PARK - Castle Rock Lake
THE McGOWAN HOUSE - Adams County Historical Society

SIDE TRIPS:
Wisconsin Dells Attractions
Ringling Brothers Circus Museum
Necedah Wildlife Refuge
Sandhill Wildlife Area
Ho-Chunk Casino & Restaurant
House on the Rock
Frank Lloyd Wright Homes
Elroy Bike Trail
Rudolph Grotto
Crane Foundation