Labor Day is just around the corner, which means the sunny summer days will soon turn to crisp fall air. Before the temperature drops, make the most out of your flexible schedules with a family vacation. However, planning a vacation doesn’t mean you have to jump on a plane, there are plenty of local options waiting to be explored.
Here are ways you can maximize the last bits of sweet summertime with a serene retreat in your own backyard. Wisconsin is home to over 15,000 lakes with plenty of quaint lake towns surrounding them. If you’re looking to stay close to home, consider a day trip to the Kenosha-area's famous beaches.
Lake Andrea , is a must-visit destination for a day filled with water activities such as kayaking, fishing and paddleboarding. Another great day trip to soak up the sun is Prairie Shores of Pleasant Prairie. With stretches of sandy beaches along Lake Michigan, beautiful nature and plenty of seasonal events and activities, the shoreline always remains lively, making it a favorite destination for both locals and tourists.
Lake Geneva , located just an hour outside of Kenosha, is a staple summer destination for both Chicagoans and Wisconsinites looking for a relaxing and short getaway from home. Vacationers love Lake Geneva for the old-European feel the town has, packed with a plethora of shops and restaurants to enjoy lakeside. The 5,000-plus-acre lake boasts fun-filled boat days, jet skiing and beautiful sunsets along the water.
If you’re looking for a way to cool off after a long day on the lake, look no further than Topsy Turvey Brewery a place to enjoy craft beers on a lively patio right in the heart of downtown. If a relaxing getaway is what you’re looking for, escape the chaos of the touristy town of Lake Geneva and find peace in the hidden gem of a town, Delavan. Located an hour and a half outside of Chicago and about an hour from Milwaukee and Kenosha, the quaint town of Delavan offers rich history, unique shops and restaurants in the downtown area and the beautiful Lake Delavan, where fishing, boating and other watersports are on the rise.
It can be difficult to travel as a family at times, ensuring everyone’s individual desires are met. Lake Lawn Resort , a destination nestled along two miles of shoreline on Delavan Lake is the answer to all families looking to get the most bang for their buck while making sure everyone is having a good time. The newly remodeled lakeside retreat recently completed a multi-million-dollar renovation project to improve the guest experience.
With over 200 newly refreshed rooms and a handful of new rental homes at their onsite Harbor Club community, the time is now to experience the luxury of Lake Lawn Resort for one last summer hoorah! Lake Lawn Resort emulates the true definition of lake-side fun, being the only spot on Delavan Lake where you can rent recreational paddleboards, kayaks and jet skis. As part of the recent remodel, the premiere restaurant on-site, 1878 on the Lake, offers a panoramic view of Delavan Lake to embrace over rustic family-style brunch options, or decadent lunch and dinner options ranging from Wisconsin staples like grass-fed beef burgers to fresh-caught sea food. After a day of hanging poolside at Lake Lawn Resort’s outdoor pool, guests can head to the Lookout Bar & Eatery for cold brews and good eats.
For the golf enthusiast, Lake Lawn Resort’s Majestic Oaks Championship golf course is a bonus to your trip. With a full 18-hole course that brushes up to the shore of Delavan Lake, the Majestic Oaks Golf Course is a golfer’s paradise at an affordable rate compared to the courses in Lake Geneva. Directly across the Lake, Lake Lawn Resort’s sister destination, Delavan Lake Resort offers another refreshing lakeside stay with short-term vacation rental suites.
Each room is individually decorated with its own theme so each visit to Delavan Lake Resort will be unique and unlike the rest. Delavan Lake Resort is the perfect place to escape for peace and quiet, whether it be a short weekend away, or an extended holiday with the family. The individual vacation suites equip guests with everything they need to feel at home with individual rooms inside, a full kitchen and balconies to cozy up on.
Additionally, guests of Delavan Lake Resort enjoy all of Lake Lawn Resort’s amenities, restaurants and of course a shared vacation experience on the lake during their stay. With endless opportunities for lakeside fun, lively towns bursting with activities for all ages, and all-encompassing resorts with everything you need for a peaceful weekend away, what are you waiting for? Jump on the opportunity to whisk your family away to one last summer vacation and create memories to last a lifetime. Who knows, you might discover your new favorite local gem to go back to for years to come.
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