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Wisconsin is a dog lover’s paradise, and what better way to enjoy your vacation than by bringing your furry friend along? In this article, we will provide a list of dog friendly vacation rentals in the state of Wisconsin. From cabins to cottages to condos, we have you covered! So pack your bags and bring your dog along on your next Wisconsin getaway.
Wisconsin is the perfect destination for a dog-friendly getaway. With so many scenic trails and beautiful parks to explore, your pup will be in dog heaven! And what better way to relax after a long day of hiking than by cuddling up with your furry friend in front of a cozy fireplace?
General things to consider with dog friendly vacation rentals
Here is a simple list of a few things to keep in mind when you travel with Fido:
Leash Laws
When traveling with your dog in Wisconsin, be sure to abide by the local area’s leash laws. Most say that dogs must be leashed at all times when outdoors, with the exception of dog parks and designated off-leash areas. Failure to comply could result in a fine. In some areas, voice control is OK – but do your homework first.
Unattended Animals
Most property owners frown on you leaving your dog behind unless you have brought your own kennel and use it to keep your dog in. If your dog has separation anxiety they will bark a lot to disrupt your temporary neighbors or can be destructive to the rental property – which will really cost you.
Poop Pick-up
Last but not least, always remember to clean up after your dog! Most dog-friendly vacation rentals will provide poop bags and/or a designated area for dog waste. But if not, be sure to bring your own.
There are strict laws in place regarding dog waste disposal, and failure to clean up after your dog can result in a fine too.
Property Specific Rules
Please review the vacation rental policies for where dogs are and aren’t allowed before booking. Yes, they will be allowed in the house or cabin – most have a pet fee for this purpose.
Can you take the dog to their beach if they have one? Is there a dog friendly beach close? Do they allow dogs on the furniture? Make sure you know all the rules for the dog friendly place you rent off this list.
Service Dogs
Service Dogs are an exception to pet fees, per the ADA. I suggest you confer with each place when you are booking if you have a real service dog. Not an emotional support animal (ESA) or Therapy Dog. One that is trained to handle a specific task for one person. How to Spot a Fake Service Dog is a great article to familiarize yourself with.
Is it illegal to fake a service dog? The majority of states have passed laws regarding fraudulent service dogs and emotional support animals—and many new bills were introduced during the 2018 legislative session in states without current laws. Soon it will be a Federal Offense.
Please do not spoil it for those who really need it and use one. Being a jerk can cause a problem for that 5-year-old with a dog to help them with their diabetes.
Plan ahead
You will see my own dog, Tazuna, on the red blanket above. That is OUR blanket that I bring with us. She knows not to be on any furniture without it. I also bring a handheld vacuum to catch the extra floof from the double layer coat an Australian Shepherd has. We have our own collapseable bowl set instead of pulling bowls out of the cabin cupboards. She is an authentic service dog and we can take her anywhere, but we want to make life easier for the people who would be cleaning up after us.
Figure out your own needs and plan ahead.
Dog Friendly Vacation Rentals
I figured it would be easiest to list them by city, in alphabetical order. Please let us know if you know of one that should be added to our list.
Amery
Things to see and do in the area:
- Check out Franconia Sculpture Park
- Eat at Micki Jo’s Mix Up or Farm Table Foundation
- Hike at Interstate Park
- Stay at
Eclectic Lakeside Retreat
**$50 pet fee
https://airbnb.com/h/hickorypointln
Athelstane
Things to see and do in the area:
- Check out Wildman Adventure Resort – Peshtigo River Outpost
- Eat at The Barrel House Saloon & Eatery
- Hike at Governor Thompson State Park
- Stay at
Athelstane
**$35 pet fee
https://www.airbnb.com/h/spacious-4bedroomathelstane
Balsam Lake
Things to see and do in the area:
- Check out Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway
- Eat at Thirsty Otter Tavern or Paradise Landing
- Hike at Interstate State Park
- Stay at
Fraser Fir Cabin
**$25 per night pet fee, max $125 per pet. Limit of 2 dogs
Bristol
Things to see and do in the area:
- Check out Boundless Adventures
- Eat at Siebert’s Pub or The Hideaway Tavern
- Hike at Richard Bong State Recreation Area
- Stay at
The Lodge on Lake Shangrila
**$150 pet fee
https://www.airbnb.com/h/thelodgeonlakeshangrila
Crivitz
Things to see and do in the area:
- Check out Fish Creek Scenic Boat Tours
- Eat at Dan and Tim’s Riverside or Dudek’s Hot Stone Pub
- Hike at Governor Thompson State Park
- Stay at
Cottage at Yankee Lake
**$125 pet fee
https://evolve.com/vacation-rentals/473052
Danbury
Things to see and do in the area:
- Check out Throttle RX Rentals
- Eat at Holly’s Drive-In or St. Croix Casino Danbury
- Hike at Banning State Park (in Minnesota)
- Stay at
Camp Voyager Lodge
**$50 pet fee
Eagle River
Things to see and do in the area:
- Check out Pirates Hideaway
- Eat at The Craftsman or 28 Lakes Ale House
- Hike at Chequamegon National Forest
- Stay at
Breakfast at Tiffany’s House
NO PET FEE
https://eaglerivergetaways.com
Lake Escape
**$150 pet fee, 2 dog limit
Eau Claire
Things to see and do in the area:
- Check out Wisconsin Logging Museum
- Eat at The Informalist or The Brewing Projekt
- Hike at Putnam Trail
- Stay at
Kindred Tiny House
NO PET FEE
https://www.facebook.com/kindred.tinyhouse/
Ephraim
Things to see and do in the area:
- Check out Cave Point Paddle & Pedal or Lautenbach’s Orchard Country Winery & Market
- Eat at Peach Barn Farmhouse & Brewery or Boathouse On the Bay
- Hike at Peninsula State Park
- Best Dog Friendly Places In Door County
- Stay at
Ephraim Village Cottages
**25 per dog a day, $100 max pet fee. Limit of 2 dogs
www.ephraimvillagecottages.com
Grand Marsh
Things to see and do in the area:
- Check out Clausen Family Music Show
- Eat at Who Cares Bar & Grill or Oxford Pub & Grub
- Hike at Roche-A-Cri State Park
- Stay at
Cabin on Evergreen
**$50 pet fee
https://airbnb.com/h/cabin-on-evergreen
Close to Wisconsin Dells
Hartford
Things to see and do in the area:
- Check out Juggling Daisies
- Eat at The Mineshaft or Wissota Chophouse – Hartford
- Hike at the Ice Age Trail
- Stay at
The Lazy Dais Cottage
**$25 per night pet fee
Hayward
Things to see and do in the area:
- Check out Out of the Woods Winery
- Eat at The Lil’ Farm Grill or Angler’s Bar & Grill
- Hike at Hatchery Creek Trail
- Stay at
Aspen Cabin
**$75 pet fee
lostlandaspencabin.staydirectly.com
Reel Livin’ Resort and Campground
**$50 pet fee
http://www.reellivinresorts.com/
Secluded Forest Getaway
**$75 pet fee
Springbrook Lodge
**$50 pet fee
Hillsboro
Things to see and do in the area:
- Check out the Northwoods Outdoor Center
- Eat at Beezers Bar & Grill or The Bull Pen Bar & Grill
- Hike at the Elroy-Sparta State Trail
- Stay at
Pleasant Hills
**$150 per dog pet fee, the limit of 2 pets
Www.Airbnb.com/h/pleasanthills
Jim Falls
Things to see and do in the area:
- Eat at Old Barn Bar or Eldie’s Bar
- Hike at Old Abe State Trail
- Stay at
Liten Stuga
**$75 pet fee
https://www.airbnb.com/h/thelodgeonlakeshangrila
Lake Geneva
Things to see and do in the area:
- Check out “Jungle Jay’s” Safari Lake Geneva
- Eat at Simple Cafe or Sopra
- Hike at Big Foot Beach State Park
- Stay at
River Birch Cabin
**$100 pet fee, 1 dog limit
https://www.airbnb.com/h/riverbirchcabin
Lake Tomahawk
Things to see and do in the area:
- Check out Joy Ride Utv Rentals
- Eat at Lizzy T’s Tamarack Tap or Backwaters Bar And Grill
- Hike at the American Legion State Forest
- Stay at
Loon Landing
**$20 a day pet fee per dog
https://www.vacasa.com/unit/85295
The Otter Den
**$20 per day pet fee, the limit of 2 dogs
https://www.vacasa.com/unit/79694
Lakewood
Things to see and do in the area:
- Check out Big Bear Rocky Vista
- Eat at Anderson’s Supper Club or Sandtrap Bar and Grill
- Hike at Cathedral Pines
- Stay at
The Lakeview
**$25 per dog a night pet fee
https://www.vrbo.com/2902397?adultsCount=4
Little Saumico
Things to see and do in the area:
- Check out NEW Zoo & Adventure Park
- Eat at The Country Club or Buzz Social
- Hike at Wequiock Falls
- Stay at
Huntsville
**$50 pet fee
https://www.airbnb.com/h/huntsvillewi
Luck
Things to see and do in the area:
- Check out Pioneer Village Museum
- Eat at Felicia’s Northern Bar or Lumberjack’s
- Hike at Straight Lake State Park
- Stay at
Grand Fir Cabin
**$25 per night pet fee, max $125 per pet. Limit of 2 dogs
https://balsamcabinsandpontoons.com/grand-fir-cabin
Manitowish Waters
Things to see and do in the area:
- Check out North Lakeland Discovery Center
- Eat at Norwood Pines or Little Bohemia
- Hike at Fallison Lake Nature Trail
- Stay at
Aberdeen Cabins
**$100 for 3 days or less, $200 for 4+ days pet fee
Mellen
Things to see and do in the area:
- Check out Northwood Zipline and Adventure tours
- Eat at Pizza Pub Ashland or Frontier Bar and Campground
- Hike at Copper Falls State Park
- Stay at
Copper Falls Cottage
**$75 pet fee
Mountain
Things to see and do in the area:
- Check out Wildman Adventure Resort – Peshtigo River Outpost
- Eat at the Schoolhouse Bar
- Hike at the Hagar Mountain State Natural Area
- Stay at
Riverside Retreat
**$150 pet fee, 2 dog limit
New Lisbon
Things to see and do in the area:
- Check out Burr Oak Winery & Kennedy Vineyards
- Eat at Clearfield Pub & Grille or Rockett’s Sports & Deli
- Hike at Mill Bluff State Park
- Stay at
Chickadee Pines
**$50 pet fee
Oxford
Things to see and do in the area:
- Check out Oxford Music & Recreation
- Eat at Oxford Pub & Grub or The Ox
- Hike at Summerton Bog Nature Preserve
- Stay at
Glacier Lake Haus
**$75 pet fee
Possum Lodge
**$100 pet fee, the limit of 1 large or 2 smaller dogs. A $250 refundable deposit for pet damage. Restrictions like not allowed on carpets, etc.
Phelps
Things to see and do in the area:
- Check out Kentuck Lake
- Eat at Northern Exposure Bar & Restaurant
- Hike at Vilas County Forrest
- Stay at
The Bears Den on Desert
**$20 pet fee
Presque Isle
Things to see and do in the area:
- Check out Grassy Creek Ranch
- Eat at Ding-A-Ling-Supper Club or Burnt Bridge Tavern
- Hike at Catherine Wolter Wilderness Area
- Stay at
Lakeside Haus
**$150 pet fee, 2 dog limit
Radisson
Things to see and do in the area:
- Check out Pioneer Village Museum
- Eat at Helsing’s Bar or Get Hooked Bar & Grill
- Hike at the Chequamegon National Forest
- Stay at
Bullfrog Resort
**$40 pet fee
Rhinelander
Things to see and do in the area:
- Check out the Hodag!
- Eat at Jail House or Al Gen Dinner Club
- Hike at Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest
- Stay at
The Crescent Lake House
**$100 pet fee
https://thecrescentlakehouse.lodgify.com/
Sheboygan
Sheboygan Wisconsin is a Certified Dog Friendly Destination
Sister Bay
Things to see and do in the area:
- Check out Cave Point Paddle & Pedal or Skyway Drive-In Theater
- Eat at Al Johnsons Swedish Restaurant or Wild Tomato
- Hike at Peninsula State Park
- Best Dog Friendly Places In Door County
- Stay at
Northwoods Farmstead
**$75 pet fee
St. Germain
Things to see and do in the area:
- Check out Elmer’s Fun Park
- Eat at Burnt Bridge Tavern or Saint Germain Brewing Company
- Hike at Fern Ridge
- Stay at
All Points North
**$200 per dog pet fee, the limit of 2 dogs
https://www.stepawayvacationrentals.com/properties/all-points-north
Tomahawk
Things to see and do in the area:
- Check out the Tomahawk Historical Society
- Eat at Pine Tree Supper Club or Tilted Loon
- Hike at Bradley Park
- Stay at
Deer Trail Condos
**$100 per dog pet fee, limit 2 dogs
Waupaca
Things to see and do in the area:
- Check out Animal Haven Zoo
- Eat at Little Fat Gretchen’s or The Wheelhouse
- Hike at Hartman Creek State Park
- Stay at
Pinewood Cabin
**$100 per dog pet fee
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/622643660681076497
Winter
Things to see and do in the area:
- Check out Pioneer Village Museum
- Eat at Lakewood Cafe or Patti’s On 70
- Hike at Chequamegon National Forest
- Stay at
Winter Nights Cottages
**$10 a night pet fee, limit of 2 dogs
https://winternightscottages.com/
Wisconsin Rapids
Things to see and do in the area:
- Check out South Wood County Historical
- Eat at The Junkyard Bar & Grill or Holly rock’s
- Hike at South Wood County Park
- Stay at
Wazeecha Lodge
**$150 pet fee, 2 dog limit
