Home in Oconomowoc, WI

✨ Welcome to the Iron Ore Retreat: Your Upscale Oconomowoc Sanctuary

Experience one of Oconomowoc’s most loved homes. Whether you’re here to celebrate a wedding, explore the 22,000-acre Kettle Moraine State Forest, or enjoy a peaceful lake getaway, the Iron Ore Retreat offers a curated blend of modern style and historic charm.

As a Guest Favorite, we pride ourselves on providing a seamless, 5-star experience for families, wedding parties, and furry friends alike.

🥂 The Ultimate Wedding Guest Hub
Planning a weekend for the big day? We are perfectly positioned near the area’s premier venues:

• The Carriage House / Lac La Belle: 5 minutes
• The Commodore: 6 minutes
• Golden Mast / Red Circle Inn: Under 15 minutes

🏠 The Home: Stylish, Airy, & Fully Equipped
The Iron Ore features stylish decor and thoughtful touches across two levels:

• Gourmet Gathering: A fully stocked kitchen with a custom built-in dining nook and a large island (seating for 3) makes morning coffee and group brunches a breeze.
• The Coffee Bar: A dedicated, fully stocked station to jumpstart your mornings.
• Primary Suite (2nd Floor): King Bed + luxurious en-suite bathroom.
• Bedroom 2 (2nd Floor): Queen Bed.
• Bedroom 3 (1st Floor): Queen Bed.
• Extra Space: A comfortable Queen pull-out sleeper in the family room.
• Entertainment: Family room stocked with games for all ages and an HD TV for movie nights.

🔥 Whimsical Outdoor Living: Our backyard is designed for memories.

• The Fire Pit: Kick back by our whimsical solar-lit fire pit. Firewood is provided year-round, and we include a complimentary S'mores kit (Spring, Summer, and early Fall)!
• Outdoor patio: Enjoy outdoor seating, a propane grill, and a picnic table for al-fresco dining.

📍Prime Location

• Walkable: Less than 1 mile to downtown Oconomowoc’s dining, shops, and boardwalk.
• Lakeside: Two lakes are within walking distance—perfect for a morning stroll to Lac La Belle beach.
• Day Trips: Easy access to Milwaukee (30 mins), Madison (1 hr), or Chicago (2 hrs).

🐶 Looking to bring your furry friend?
Up to 2 dogs are allowed. Crate as needed. Please pick up after your dog outside. Dog owners are asked to cover the furniture and bedding with provided blankets. An extra $100 cleaning fee is charged, if dog hair is found on couches, beds or the dog is not cleaned up after, inside or outside.

🚂 A Note on the Neighborhood
We are located in a quiet residential "No Horn" train zone. While the backyard does back up to tracks, there is a fence and trains do not blow whistles here.

🗓️Looking for a longer stay this winter or spring? Our stylish home in a quiet neighborhood is perfect for extended stays. Reach out for special seasonal pricing!

The Iron Ore Retreat is a non-smoking residence which includes any kind of smoking (vaping, cigars, e-cigarettes, etc.).

The entire home is private and you will be provided with a key code for entry the day before your check-in.

Just a few blocks from Lac La Belle Beach, Cafes, Restaurants, Bars, Boardwalk, and Saturday Morning Farmer's Market.

The home is in a neighborhood with neighbors nearby.

The backyard does back up to railroad tracks. However, the yard is fenced and our home is located in a “no horn” area so when trains do go by a whistle is not blown.

There is plenty of parking in the driveway

There is a pull-out sofa sleeper in the family room downstairs for additional sleeping space.

The home is in a residential neighborhood with neighbors nearby. Please respect everyone, and everything as if it were your own. As such, it is important to note our quiet hours of 10:00pm-8:00am and absolutely no parties are allowed.

The garage and basement are reserved for personal use and will not be available for use during your stay.

If you want any additional recommendations of activities, recreation, dining, etc. in the area, we have many local recommendations in our Welcome Book upon your arrival!

Perfectly located for wedding weekends, lake getaways & downtown stays, this stylish home puts you minutes from top wedding venues, multiple lakes & Oconomowoc’s charming downtown while giving you space to relax & gather.

Spend your days exploring nearby lakes, trails, & shops, then wind down with a glass of wine by the fire pit. Your furry friend is also welcome in on the fun- the Iron Ore is pet friendly!

Traveling with a larger group? Check out our other area listings on our host profile.