https://lakelifewaupaca.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/IMG_6853.movIf you haven’t experienced a winter in Waupaca, then you are really missing something special. Hartman State Park is 2 miles from Lake Life Lodge for incredible cross country skiing and hiking through dense forest and beautiful views. Ice skating … Read More
The Lake Life Journey
A blog from first time owners of a DIY lake property in Waupaca, Wisconsin
Summer Fun on the Chain
We had so much fun with family during their visit from Miami. Different sets of friends came to visit — we took advantage of all the wonders of Waupaca. Kayaking to Marl Lake from our dock is a round trip … Read More
Fully Stocked House!
Previous Next Our house is fully stocked and ready to make every renter feel right at home. There’s nothing worse than renting a vacation home and not having what you need. We have you covered! Here’s our list of items: … Read More
Time to Celebrate
Ready to Rock n Roll! Time to celebrate at the WheelHouse & Scoopers It’s been a labor of love but now we get to celebrate with family visiting from Miami, Naples, Racine and Madison! If you want to enjoy a … Read More
Master Bed/Bath Addition
A MASTER BED/BATH ADDITION We did it and wow was it cutting it close to finish this out but we did it. We completely updated what was a den/garage into a beautiful master bedroom with bathroom. It took us only … Read More
A New 70 Ft Pier!
A 70 FT PIER! UPDATE ALERT: We did it. We got the pier in and it turned out amazing! Can we shout from the mountain tops… or shall I say from the top of Lake Life Lodge peak… because we’re … Read More
How About A Kitchen Remodel?
How about a Kitchen Remodel? If you’ve ever tackled a kitchen remodel, you know it’s not easy and its especially a challenge if you take it on yourselves. Scott and I remodeled our kitchen at home in Madison where I … Read More
Bathroom Updates
A 70s Bathroom with a contemporary update Downstairs Bathroom Still a work in progress to update the flooring and change out the medicine cabinet, but the bathroom has been repainted with a new fan and lighting fixture. More to come … Read More
Bedrooms Progress
Counting Down the Bedrooms Pine View Pine View Room: Since this room is facing the pine trees, a very subtle sage color was selected called Healing Aloe by Benjamin Moore. Coupling it with a darker and warmer wood frame for … Read More
Skating on the Chain
Sabrina and I grew up as figure skaters training many hours per day in Kenosha, WI. Sabrina went on to train in Colorado Springs, CO and became a champion. For me living in Wisconsin, we get out and skate as … Read More
A Labor of Love
When we first visited the house, the fireplace made such an impact on us with its beautiful, dimensional look. Totally hand-crafted by the original owner of the home, this centerpiece of the living space had a lot of potential to … Read More
Painting and more painting
Previous Next Have you ever thought about updating your house but don’t know where to begin? Well painting is the best way to make an update. And not just any ole painting. I’m talking about painting the door frames, trim … Read More
Fall in Waupaca WI
If you don’t live in Wisconsin, you may not have experienced the beauty of the changing leaves in the Fall. Being right on the lake is even more special since the weather can be sunny, rainy, foggy, warm, cold and … Read More
Let the transformation begin
The guys had a game plan on Day 1 — give it a great view! We love trees, obviously! But we acknowledge that some of the view was obstructed and cutting down a few trees would make a big difference. https://youtu.be/lrecMqslo64 … Read More
A Lake House on the Hill
As we embark on this new journey of owning a lake house in Waupaca, Wisconsin, we can’t get enough of this view from the dining room. We were so lucky to meet Maria, Frank and their fabulous daughter Miriam. It … Read More