City in Wisconsin, United States
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Lake Geneva is a city in Southeast Wisconsin. It is nestled on the shores of the lake it takes its name from and is a popular, mid-to-upscale daytrip destination for residents of Wisconsin and neighboring Illinois. During the summer, lakeside and downtown area events are held such as Arts and Crafts fairs and live music performances are held regularly.
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Hawk's View
Hawk’s View Golf Club is a public golf and event venue located in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. The property features two 18-hole golf courses—Como Crossings, a championship-level course, and Barn Hollow, a par-3 course suited for players of all skill levels. In addition to golf, Hawk’s View hosts weddings, banquets, and community events throughout the year and is home to Tail Feathers Bar & Grill, a casual dining restaurant known for its Friday Fish Fry.
For a nice top dollar pizza, stop in at Oakfire for lake views and pizza or fried calamari.
Legends is an "old fashioned" Wisconsin style supper club, but serves breakfast too along with a Friday fish fry and Saturday prime rib special. Fine dining in a casual, family friendly atmosphere. Reservations encouraged for "no wait" seating. Available for dine-in, carry-out or private parties.
A casual bar & grille with spectacular views of the lake. Homemade pizzas, ½ lb. burgers, a variety of delicious sandwiches, a Friday Fish Fry and daily specials. Shuffle board, pool table, electronic darts, and 4 42" TV's available. Handicapped accessible, ATM.
A bright, clean, and modern café. They have a focus on healthy, local, and sustainable food, in addition to coffees and teas. The menus are seasonal and some dishes are based on availability.
Harborside Café
A cute little diner right off the lake that has a wide variety of foods for both adults and children including hand-dipped milkshakes.
Not to be confused with the fried chicken chain, Popeye's of Lake Geneva is a very lively restaurant with a nautical theme. The menu is an eclectic mix of seafood, burgers, and rotisserie. Locals swear that the fish fry is the best in the county. The seating arrangement is great for families or large groups. Expect a line on summer weekends.
This is a large, outdoor, multi-level beer garden that sits alongside the White River. Outdoor décor features palm trees, two fully stocked tiki bars, sand volleyball court and 4 plasma TVs equipped with gaming consoles. The interior features 15 TVs. They sell a wide selection of vodkas, tequilas, and frozen cocktails.
This is a 1885 Victorian mansion converted into a hotel and fine dining destination. Attached is the Baker House Restaurant dining establishment. The four rooms have lake views and are ornately decorated in Victorian style, with a price to match. Butler service is available and breakfast is included. This is a sister location of the Maxwell Estate and therefore access to the Maxwell Estate's pool is included in the event you don't wish to swim at the public beach, a few minutes walk away.
This hotel is walking distance from the shops and restaurants in the downtown area, and the lake. Rooms here are equipped with fireplaces, whirlpools, kitchens and balconies. There are outdoor and indoor pools. A weight room is available, but mostly just for show. A treadmill and a universal machine are about all you should expect to find. The video game arcade in the hotel is of decent size and also offers pinball.
Features 355 rooms and suites, spa, and two 18-hole golf courses. There is a three-chair/18-run ski and snowboard facility, a 65,000 square foot meeting and convention space, three restaurants, and an executive airport.
Within walking distance from the lake and downtown, this motel has clean and comfortable rooms at affordable rates. The motel has a heated, out-door pool. The room decoration is dated and in a cottage style. Entire cottages are available. Some rooms are pet friendly, inform management when making a room reservation.
Maxwell Mansion
This is an 1856 mansion complex turned hotel. The main building has 6 rooms in a vintage luxury style (think just before the turn of the 20th century), while the carriage house and stables have been converted into 20 rooms that are decorated in a style that mixes city and country. Some rooms are pet friendly for an additional charge; ensure you notify the hotel when making your reservation. There is an outdoor, heated pool. Attached are the Apothecary Bar (an almost steam-punk fashioned bar) and the Member's Speakeasy (entrance and password are secret, you'll need to ask for both at check-in or, if you aren't staying here, they will sometimes post it on their Facebook page). This hotel's sister location is the Baker House.
Small country inn within a short walk of the beach and downtown. Features 9 suites in 7 one-story buildings. The one-bedroom suites feature a 32" TV, king-size bed, spa tub, shower, natural gas fireplace, and comfortable couch. Complimentary breakfast every morning often includes rolls, fruit, yogurt, cereal, and juice. Persons under 21 are not allowed.
All-season, all-suite resort covering 1,300 acres of land. There are facilities to accommodate up to 200 guests for business and social gatherings. Activities available include skiing, a water park, and golf. There is also a spa that offers facials, massages, and acupuncture.
This is a jewelry store that has some hand-made items. It can, naturally, be quite pricy.
Shop in downtown Lake Geneva. India Clothing, Wind Chimes, Boogie Boards, Jewelry, Candles, Oils, Lake Geneva T-Shirts, Tie Dye.
This is an art gallery that also sells jewelry. The jewelry isn't anything high-end (most of it is sterling silver) but you can find some unique pieces.
This is a pet supply shop. They sell fashionable collars, pet beds, "fancy" dog and cat treats, and pet apparel. Dogs are welcome inside.
This store has been in business for over 20 years. It sells a seemingly random assortment of goods ranging from screen printed t-shirts, bearing inspiring messages such as "Cow Tipper in Training", to key chains and cigars. Primarily they sell t-shirts, most of which are printed in house.
By train
Take the Union Pacific Northwest Metra line from Ogilvie Station in downtown Chicago to the end of the line, Harvard. From there, many resorts on and around Lake Geneva have free shuttles.
Most of the area around Lake Geneva is only accessible via car. It is possible to see most of the downtown area on foot but ensure you wear decent walking shoes.
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