Friendship Lakefront with Dock, Paddle Boat - Friendship

Friendship Hill sits right on Friendship Lake, with a private dock, a dedicated boat slip, two kayaks, a 4-person paddle boat and a lakeside fire pit. Three bedrooms and two full baths sleep up to 10, with two separate living areas so kids and adults can spread out. Bring your own boat, fire up the grill, then end the day around the fire. Roche-A-Cri State Park is minutes away and Wisconsin Dells is about 35 minutes. Fast Wi-Fi, laundry and a full kitchen make longer stays easy.

Layout at a Glance
• 🛏 3 bedrooms • 🛁 2 full bathrooms • Sleeps 10
• 🛋 Two separate living areas, one on each level (ideal for families)
• 🌊 Private dock on Friendship Lake with a dedicated boat slip; bring your own boat
• 🛶 2 single-person kayaks and a 4-person paddle boat
• 🔥 Lakeside fire pit with seating + propane grill

🌊 Lake Experience
• Direct lakefront with a private dock for swimming, fishing and tying up your boat
• Dedicated boat slip included
• Friendship Lake is a motorized lake, popular for boating and fishing
• Calm mornings perfect for paddleboarding
• Life jackets provided in limited sizes (bring your own if you need specific sizes)
• Fishing from the dock; a Wisconsin fishing license is required
• Shared access to a public beach about 5 minutes away
• Firewood bundles available through our guest portal

This property is ideal for guests bringing a boat or seeking a quieter alternative to crowded resort-style lakes.

🛏 Sleeping Arrangements (3 Bedrooms | 2 Full Baths)
Upper (main) level
• Bedroom 1 – Queen bed
• Bedroom 2 – Twin-over-twin bunk bed + Queen bed

Lower level
• Bedroom 3 – King bed + Full sleeper sofa
• Lower living area (open space, not a private room) – Queen futon

Perfect layout for families — kids on one level, adults on the other.

🍳 Kitchen & Dining
• Fully equipped kitchen with cookware, blender & baking sheets
• ☕ 12-cup drip coffee maker with coffee provided, plus a kettle (no pod machine)
• 🧊 Separate ice machine in the coffee nook
• 🍷 Wine glasses, toaster, dishwasher
• 🍽 Dining table with lake views + outdoor dining
• Propane grill with utensils (propane provided)

Cook at home or grill after a day on the lake.

🎯 Family & Entertainment
• 📺 Large Roku TVs in both living areas (sign in to your own streaming apps)
• 🎲 Board games, books, toys and foosball
• 🎯 Cornhole set for the lawn
• 🧸 Pack ’n play, high chair & kids’ dinnerware
• 💻 Dedicated workspace

Rainy day? Plenty to keep everyone happy inside.

❄️ Modern Comforts
• Fast Wi-Fi (427 Mbps)
• Washer & dryer on the lower level
• Central A/C + heating
• Electric fireplaces in both living areas
• Smoke/CO alarms, fire extinguisher, first aid kit
• Smart lock self check-in

Good to Know Before You Book
• The kitchen, dining room and main living area are on the upper level and are reached by stairs.
• Friendship Lake is a natural lake. In mid to late summer, weeds can build up along the shoreline near the dock; the water is clearer past the end of the dock, and the public beach is about 5 minutes away.
• The dock is seasonal and goes in each spring.
• The pontoon and the small electric-motor boat at the dock belong to the owners and are not for guest use.
• The home is on a private well and septic system. Please flush toilet paper only.
• On Thursday, take the garbage cans labeled "1163" to the pickup spot where Dakota Ct meets Hwy 13.

You'll have the entire home, the lawn, the decks, the fire pit and the private dock to yourselves. The owners' locked storage closets and cabinets, their pontoon and electric-motor boat, and the lake weed-control unit are not part of the rental. Self check-in is through the smart lock on the front door; your personal code arrives 24 hours before check-in once the guest-portal steps are complete. Park in the driveway (up to 4 vehicles).

We respect our guests' privacy and aim to provide a seamless, independent stay. While we will not be present on the property, we are always available via the messaging app should you need any assistance or have questions during your visit.

📍 Neighborhood
Friendship Hill is located directly on Friendship Lake, a fully motorized lake popular for boating, fishing, and summer fun. The area offers a relaxed Northwoods feel while still being close to dining, trails, and outdoor recreation.

You’ll enjoy quiet lake mornings, friendly neighbors, and easy access to nearby parks, ATV routes, and small-town charm. Roche-A-Cri State Park, with its hiking trails and bluff views, is just up the road.

🚗 Getting Around
• Most guests bring a vehicle; a car is the easiest way to get around
• 4 parking spots on-site; boat trailer parking permitted in the designated area
• ATV routes accessible in the area

🎯 Nearby Attractions & Activities
• 5 min – Downtown Friendship (restaurants & essentials)
• 5 min – Shared access to a public beach
• 10 min – Sand Valley Golf Resort
• 15 min – Roche-A-Cri State Park (hiking & views)
• 25 min – Castle Rock Lake
• 35 min – Wisconsin Dells attractions & waterparks
• 40 min – Buckhorn State Park
• 45 min – Devil’s Lake State Park

Drive times are approximate and may vary with traffic, weather, and season.

👥 Maximum occupancy: 10 registered guests; up to 12 only with prior approval
🔞 Minimum booking age: the primary booking guest must be at least 21 years old and must stay at the property unless specifically approved in advance
🏡 Layout: the kitchen, dining room and main living area are on the upper level and require stairs
🚿 Bathrooms: the home has two full bathrooms
🚗 Parking: up to 4 vehicles in the driveway; boat trailer parking permitted in the designated area
🐾 Dogs: up to 2 dogs with prior approval; $125 per dog, per stay. Dogs over 50 lb require manager approval. Trained service animals are not pets and are welcome with no dog limit; service animals and emotional support animals are exempt from pet fees
🤫 Quiet hours: 10 PM–8 AM
🚫 No parties or events: only the registered guests and any disclosed visitors may be at the property. Parties, open-invite gatherings, and events are not permitted
🎆 No fireworks anywhere on the property
🔥 Fire pit: keep fires small and contained and avoid use during windy conditions. Firewood bundles are available through the guest portal
🌊 Lake: no lifeguard; children and non-swimmers should wear life jackets on the water. Please stay off the dock after dark
🛥 Owner-only boats: the pontoon and electric-motor boat at the dock, and the lake weed-control unit, belong to the owners and are not for guest use
🦌 Wildlife and insects are common at the lake: deer, ladybugs and ticks in season. Please do not feed or approach wildlife
📺 Streaming: guests use their own streaming accounts on the Roku TVs; there are no cable or local channels
🧴 Essentials provided: linens, towels, shampoo, conditioner, body soap
📷 Security: one exterior camera on the front porch. No interior cameras
🔊 Noise monitoring: one noise monitor on the lower level measures sound level only (decibels); it does not record audio
🔒 Owner storage: the home includes locked owner-storage closets and cabinets, signed "Private owner's closet. Please do not open. Thank you." They are not part of the rental and are off-limits to guests and visitors at all times
🚭 Smoking and vaping: never indoors. Allowed outdoors only, away from the house, with windows and doors closed so no smell gets inside
📝 Rental agreement: guests must complete our Short-Term Rental Agreement before arrival
🪪 Guest verification: government-issued photo ID and identity confirmation are required through our secure Hospitable guest portal
🛡️ Security deposit: a refundable $250 security deposit is collected through our secure guest portal about 2 days before check-in for Airbnb, direct, and other eligible reservations, and is automatically refunded about 2 days after checkout when there is no damage, excessive cleaning, missing property, or rule violation
🏡 VRBO reservations: VRBO reservations follow VRBO's platform-managed security-deposit process
⏳ Deadline: please complete guest verification and the security deposit at least 72 hours before arrival to avoid delays in receiving check-in instructions