Paddler`s Paradise at Lake McGinnis | House in Oxford

9.8 (11 Reviews) |   4 Bedrooms  4 Bathrooms  12 Guests
Oxford House | Paddler`s Paradise at Lake McGinnis

4 Bedroom House in Oxford

Tastefully Updated Rustic Cabin on a Quiet Lake
Paddler’s Paradise is the perfect location for a relaxing vacation or quick getaway in Central Wisconsin. It is a retreat into the tranquility of the Northwoods without the long drive. Set on a scenic yet quaint McGinnis Lake that has amazing sunsets from the deck or the pier. The lake is electric motor only, creating a calm and peaceful environment.
THE SPACE
Cabin Details: The cabin was updated with renovations in the fall of 2022. It features 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and sleeps 12 comfortably.
Master Bedroom – Main floor, King Bed, Dresser, TV with Roku, ceiling fan, Walk-in-Closet, en-suite with jetted tub, stand up shower, double vanity
Second Bedroom – Main Floor, 1 Double Bed and 2 single beds, dresser and closet
Third Bedroom – Lower Level, 1 Queen Bed, TV with Roku, dresser and closet
Fourth Bedroom – Lower Level, 2 Queen Beds, dresser and closet
The main level is an open concept style, boasting vaulted ceilings with a gas fireplace and a stunning view of the lake. The kitchen features new stainless steel appliances and a dining room with a large kitchen table. There is a fully stocked kitchen with dishes, glasses, pots and pans so you can create a tasty meal. Also, there is a dishwasher, microwave, full size toaster, air fryer, coffee maker and full-size refrigerator. The living room has plenty of seating with and L shaped reclining furniture, a leather recliner and a 65 inch Smart TV. The main level has another bathroom with tub and a mudroom with a washer and dryer.
Off the main level, there is plenty of space to enjoy the outdoors. There is a wrap-around deck with an outdoor dining table, Weber gas grill and a screened in porch. Be sure to sit on one of the many rocking chairs to take in the lake views and beautiful sunsets over the lake.
The lower level features a large bar with mini-fridge, family room and many board games. There is an “Arcade1Up” arcade system featuring 516 old school video games including some of your favorites such as Mrs. Pacman, Donkey Kong, Frogger, and Dig Dug. Kids of all ages will enjoy hours of fun on this system. In addition, there is a Golden Tee Golf Arcade machine that features some of the classic golf courses for hours of fun. The electric fireplace and 70 inch TV make this another great place to hang out and watch the big game or your favorite movie. There is a walk-out exit into another screened in porch that leads to the fire pit surrounded by chairs, a flat back yard for yard games and a large pier for all your fishing needs. Enjoy the 6-person hot tub that is partially enclosed and fully screened in. Perfect for a relaxing soak after a long day.
Want more fun things to do??? The garage has been converted into a game room. It has a ping pong table, foosball table, air hockey table, axe throwing and a dart board. PLEASE NOTE THE GARAGE GAMEROOM WILL ONLY BE AVAILABLE FROM EARLY APRIL UNTIL EARLY NOVEMBER.
THE LOCATION
The property is located in beautiful Adams County. Devils Lake State Park, John Muir Park, Roche-A-Cri State Park, Cascade Mountain, snowmobile trails, hiking, boating, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, hunting and ice fishing...just to name a few of the opportunities available in our beautiful and nature-filled area of Central Wisconsin. The cabin is a short 30 minute drive to the Dells and is located just 3.5 hours from Minneapolis, 3 hours from Chicago, 2 hours from Milwaukee and only 1 hour from Madison!
Woodside (Dells) Sports Complex and Woodside (Mauston) Sports Complex are both 25 minutes away. This is a perfect place to stay for youth competitions and sports events. Why pay for a hotel when you can have all of these amenities?
THINGS TO DO
McGinnis Lake
Fishing(traditional + ice) – Pan Fish, Crappies, Bass and Northern Pike
Swimming + floating
Kayaking/Canoeing
Paddle Boarding
Bar/Restaurant
3 minutes to Van’s Red Neck Saloon
10 minutes to Wooden Nickel Bar and Grill
11 minutes to Lakeshore Bar and Grill
11 minutes to KD’s Pub and Grill
World Class Golf Options
45 minutes to Sand Valley
45 minutes to Lake Arrowhead
35 minutes to Northern Bay
20 minutes to Coldwater Canyon
30 minutes to Wild Rock
30 minutes to Trappers Turn
1 hour to SentryWorld
Tubing
20 minutes down Highway 82 will take you to River Tubing. It is a great way to spend an afternoon floating down the Wisconsin River.
Winery
20 minutes to Fawn Creek Winery
20 minutes to Prairie Hawk Winery
Waterparks
The “Water Park Capitol of the World” Wisconsin Dells is only 30 minutes away.
ATV Routes and Snowmobile Trails
Just down the road.
Hiking and Hunting
Tons of hiking areas and thousands of acres of public hunting areas within 20 miles.
GOOD TO KNOW
This is a quiet neighborhood with some permanent residents, rental properties, and second homes. It is a 10 minute drive to Oxford where you will find gas, convenience items, and restaurants. Westfield is about 15 minutes away and has restaurants, a grocery store and other shops.
Guests have sole use of the entire property during their stay. The owner has a locked shed and 2 locked closets that guests do not have access to.
We give the guests the space they need to enjoy an unencumbered vacation, but we are a phone call away if there is an emergency.
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Paddler`s Paradise at Lake McGinnis is located in Oxford. Paddler`s Paradise at Lake McGinnis provides accommodation, featuring Fireplace/Heating, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Kitchen, among other amenities. This House features Fireplace/Heating, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Kitchen, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Paddler`s Paradise at Lake McGinnis has 4 Bedrooms , 4 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 12 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have rated it 2, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Oxford has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Oxford, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • 4+ bathrooms
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Boat on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Golf nearby
Entertainment
  • Arcade/game room
  • Video games
  • TV
  • Foosball table
  • Games
  • Table tennis
General
  • Unit size: 2304 sq ft (214 sq m)
  • English
  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
Internet
  • WiFi available
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Balcony
Security/Safety
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Kelly T.
Sep 1, 2025 06:53:06 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Very nice location and setup. We had plenty of room for everyone. May try to visit again next year.
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