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JUNE 2016 • VOL. 3 NO. 1
Geneva Lakes
Serving the Geneva Lake and Lake Como area
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LIVING ON THE LAKE • BOATING SAFETY TIPS • THINGS TO DO
Looking for a lake house? Real estate experts offer tips for buying lakefront property PAGE 2 • JUNE 2016 • GENEVA LAKES BREEZE
By Sandra Landen Machaj
then trade up in a few years. “Long-term rentals have become another The beauty and allure of lakefront property way to have the property one desires without cannot be denied. investing a large amount of capitol in the On Geneva Lake there is a combination property,” Beers said. “This method is of historical homes – the summer estates of sometimes used by those who are still waiting wealthy barons of industry from Chicago for complete recovery from the financial – and newer homes that have been built on losses of the early part of this century.” vacant land or replaced some of the older Today’s buyers often come to the Realtor homes. Many of the massive summer estates with more knowledge than they did years were a haven to escape the heat of the city. ago. They have spent time online checking The custom of spending summers on not only out properties and have a better idea of what Geneva Lake, but other smaller lakes in the is available and the price range for that area. southern lakes region continues to this day. But the information they find online may Waterfront property continues to be highly be inaccurate or incomplete. Some of the sought after – from the high-end properties properties may have sold and so the house found on Geneva Lake to the properties they thought would be perfect is not available. available on other lakes in the area. Seeing a Realtor who is knowledgeable and How to find the correct house for a up to date about lake properties available can family’s needs, in the right location, and lead to finding the perfect fit. at the right price, requires time, patience, On a tour and knowledge of the properties currently Beers graciously took me on a tour of a on the market, according to area real estate beautiful property on the Geneva Lake shore. professionals. Here we met Bob Webster, the listing agent So where does one begin in the search for the home. Webster pointed out some of for the perfect lake house? A good start is by the beautiful features of the home, which is contacting the Realtors in the area who are listed for $2.2 million. Cooking here would knowledgeable and experienced about highbe a pleasure in the all-white kitchen with end lake property. stainless steel appliances and hardwood floors Steve Beers, president of Keefe Realty in and windows looking out to the lake view. Lake Geneva and Robert Rauland, President “Today’s buyers are mostly looking for of Rauland Agency in Walworth, shared move-in ready. They do not want to have to their knowledge and experience on finding update or replace items,” Webster said. and successfully purchasing high-end lake The home features a walkout, finished property. Mickey Horgan of Keller Williams lower level complete with a bedroom, sitting Realty in Twin Lakes, who has spent 31 years working with buyers and sellers of lake room, bathroom and mini kitchen. It is perfect property in the Twin Lakes area, also offered for a weekend guest, teenager, or in-laws. Just up the street, about a block away her insight. from the lakefront, another home of 4,000 The big one square feet is available. While not on the Geneva Lake is a spring-fed lake and is the shore, it does have lake rights and is listed second largest inland lake in Wisconsin. Lake for $699,000. Moving just a short distance Geneva, Fontana, and Williams Bay attract a off the lakefront where you may still have a large number of visitors who come to the area lake view and lake rights saves a significant for the recreational opportunities available. amount of money. Visitors enjoy the sandy beaches, boating and As Realtors often say, “location, location, water sports and it is often after spending time location” is most important when choosing here that visitors begin to entertain the idea of a property. Houses can be remodeled or purchasing a summer residence in the area. enlarged, but the location especially the That’s when the real work begins. The first lakefront footage cannot be changed. When step is determining a price range. considering lake property, buyers must “That price point may determine where the decide how important being on the lake is as property will be purchased,” Beers said. “The opposed to a lake view. budget may not be large enough to purchase Chris Horgan, an assistant to Mickey one of the multi-million dollar properties on Horgan, said that choosing a lake view Lake Geneva but may be more suitable for location will reduce the cost of the house as one of the many other smaller lakes in the compared to a lakefront property. area.” The number of feet of lake frontage also Areas such as Delavan Lake, Twin factors heavily into the cost of the property. Lakes (lakes Mary and Elizabeth), and the Fifty feet of lakefront on Geneva Lake will Lauderdale Lakes chain provide a different probably run into the $1 million to $1.5 environment and a lower price tag. million range although that cost could be Rauland recalls how sales have changed much higher depending on the type of home since the 1950s. “Back then everything was on the property. Quality of lakefront also done person to person,” he said. “In the days factors into the cost. before fax machines, cell phones, computers, For families interested in boating, a realtors presented their offers face to face.” deeper shoreline may be the choice. Those He recalled driving to Chicago to present with small children, however, might prefer offers and to get signatures on contracts. a shallow beach area where the children can Now everything is done instantly, using swim. technology. “But it is in knowing the prospective buyer Decisions, decisions and listening to discover what is important to Buyers must also decide if they prefer to them that will result in happy clients who end be directly on the shore or up on a bluff with up with the lake property appropriate for their steps down to the shore? Some families will spend years before needs,” he said. the property for them comes on the market. Sometimes, the decision may be to Others have been known to come and look purchase a property on a smaller lake and CORRESPONDENT
KEEFE REAL ESTATE PHOTO The Breeze
Framed with mature trees, this two-story home with walkout basement is perched on Geneva Lake. Local realtors said buying a lakefront property requires a plan and this area offers a wide array of options in the sizes of homes and lakes as well as the price range the buyer has tabbed for a purchase.
at a property, fall in love with it and make an offer that very day. When it comes to lake property, Rauland recommends making the very best offer that you can when seeking a home. “Sometimes people try to make a low offer, much lower than they are willing to pay and much lower than the property is worth, only to have the offer rejected and the seller is no longer willing to negotiate with them. The best chance of having an offer accepted is on the first try.” There was a time when lakefront properties generally were passed down from one generation to another. Today people often sell their lake houses to move up to a bigger property or to downsize once they are empty nesters, only to upsize again when the grandchildren arrive. Sometimes family homes are sold because there is a divided opinion among siblings on whether to hold onto the home once they inherit it. In other cases the children may live too far away to be able to enjoy the property on a regular basis. And then of course there are taxes. With taxes ranging from $40,000 to $85,000 or –more, depending on the size of the property – often the heirs are unable to afford the home.
What’s available?
The reasons why lake homes come up for sale are as many as the people who own them. Rauland tells the story of a home in Linn on the Geneva Lake shore that is known as Royal Oaks Estates – a custom-built Chateau style home with seven bedrooms, nine full baths and a kitchen that measures 44 feet by 22 feet. The main house is 18,000 square feet and there is a three-bedroom guesthouse on the property of 2,343 square feet. The property was originally three separate parcels that were combined into one estate.
The design was researched for several years and the house was completed in three years. Now, after 25 years, the family is ready to sell the home with a listing price of more than $11 million. Families looking for a lake home in a more moderate price range can find properties in the $400,000 to $2.5 million on some of the other lakes and may even find homes less than $300,000 just off the lake. Chris Horgan mentioned a lake view property in Twin Lakes, which was not on the lakefront but across the street, and had a sale price less than $300,000. Nearby homes on the lakefront were listed at $800,000 and $1 million, respectively. So even though the price of the lake view property was low and probably needs some updating, the neighborhood is good. While many choose one of the smaller lakes for the price, others who could afford the higher priced property prefer the quieter atmosphere of the country as opposed to the busier Lake Geneva. So if you are ready to begin your search for that dream second home on the lake or perhaps to move permanently to the lakes area, there is no better time than now to begin your search. The market is returning to its value prior to the recession and prices are stabilizing. Here are a few tips gleaned from the local professionals: • Consider the type of property you are seeking whether condominium or singlefamily home, or grand estate. • Set your budget. If you have an idea of what you want and can afford your Realtor is better able to steer you in the right direction. • Don’t forget to consider upkeep costs and taxes. • Be patient. At any given time there are about 30 to 40 properties for sale on Lake Geneva out of about 1,000 properties.
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Protect the waterways
Anglers, boaters play key role in preventing the spread of aquatic invasive species
Anglers and boaters play an important role in preventing the spread of aquatic invasive species and proper handling and disposal of live bait is more important than ever following the discovery of the fish egg-eating, invasive round goby in Little Lake Butte des Morts last year. Bob Wakeman, aquatic invasive species coordinator for the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, said anglers should never use aquatic invasive species as bait or dump unused live bait into the water. Wisconsin’s bait laws are designed to prevent the spread of both obvious hitchhikers and other, less visible invaders capable of harming waterways and healthy aquatic communities. “You may take leftover minnows purchased from a Wisconsin bait dealer away from any state water and use them again on that same water,” he said. “You may use leftover minnows on other waters only if no lake or river water, or other fish were added to the container.” When deciding to use minnows, anglers must remember minnow harvest is prohibited on all viral hemorrhagic septicemia known and suspect waters. VHS is a deadly fish virus threatening Wisconsin fish such as muskies, walleye, lake whitefish, yellow perch and more. The prohibited area includes Lake Michigan,
Boaters and anglers need to be aware of the rules and regulations regarding the spread of invasive species on the state’s waterways. To learn more about how to keep the waters of Wisconsin free of unwanted species, visit dnr. wi.gov and search “aquatic invasive species.”
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Be responsible The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources says boaters and anglers should always: INSPECT boats, trailers, and equipment and REMOVE all visible plants, animals, and debris DRAIN water from boats, motors, bilges, and live wells before transporting away from a water or entering Wisconsin NEVER MOVE live fish away from a waterbody BUY minnows from a Wisconsin bait dealer USE leftover minnows only under certain conditions KNOW the law and report violations (1800-TIP- WDNR) Lake Superior, the Winnebago system, the Mississippi River, the Wisconsin River up to the Prairie de Sac Dam and all waters connected to these waters up to the first barrier impassable to fish. This year, anglers fishing the lower Fox River and Lake Winnebago system are being asked for special help to guard against further spread of the round goby. Round gobies can survive even in poor quality water, spawn multiple times per season and displace native fish by eating their eggs and young, taking over optimal habitat. Gobies have become common in some areas of the state such as Lake Michigan and Green Bay. Gobies are on the Chapter NR 40 list as a restricted invasive species and it is illegal to possess, transport, transfer or introduce live gobies, including using
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WISCONSIN DNR PHOTO The Breeze
The Department of Natural Resources is asking anglers fishing the lower Fox River and Lake Winnebago system to help stop the spread of the round goby.
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National Safe Boating Week was the last week in May and many boaters made an extra effort to improve their on-water safety. But will they stay vigilant and continue those efforts all summer long? “Making boating safety easy to embrace means more boaters will continue to make the effort,” says BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water President Chris Edmonston. With that goal in mind, the BoatUS Foundation has three simple tips for boaters that will improve their boating safety game all summer long: Select a life jacket that you will actually wear Consistently wearing a life jacket may be a challenge for some boaters, but it doesn’t have to be. Inflatable life jackets can be as unobtrusive as a small, lightweight beltpack worn around the waist or suspenders style inflatable worn over the shoulders. They don’t trap body heat, and give full mobility needed to cast a line or trim a mainsheet. “The best life jacket is the one you’ll actually wear,” says Edmonston, “And inflatables make it easy to wear because they’re so comfortable that you forget you have it on.” For more, go to BoatUS.orginflatables. Take a boating safety education course Learning the rules of the road can be difficult for some boaters as they don’t always
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(Continued from page 3) them as bait. System or the lower Fox River below the While there is no evidence that gobies Neenah and Menasha dams during the 2016 have reached Lake Winnebago, DNR fishing season are encouraged to kill the continues to encourage Winnebago area fish by putting them on ice and bring them anglers to report any goby catches through to the DNR Oshkosh office, 625 E. County an online survey tool to help determine the Road Y, Suite 700, Oshkosh. The office extent of gobies in the region and develop is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday a management strategy. The online tool through Friday. Anglers also may call (920) also allows anglers to upload photos of 424-7880 to report gobies. suspected gobies for positive identification. Other tips to prevent the spread of AIS Anglers who catch gobies on Lake include bringing your day’s catch home Winnebago, other parts of the Winnebago on ice rather than transporting live fish in
water. And, it’s important to check trailers and live wells to avoid giving other types of unwanted aquatic hitchhikers a lift. “Boaters and other water users are making a difference by not transporting plant material, water and debris between lakes and rivers,” Wakeman said. “We are grateful for these efforts and want to encourage the continued vigilance. Boaters and anglers only need to ‘Inspect, Remove, Drain and Never Move live fish” to help stop aquatic hitchhikers. If every boater and
angler took a few minutes to perform these actions before leaving a lake or river, new discoveries of AIS could be even lower.” For more information, visit dnr.wi.gov and search “aquatic invasive species.” The general Wisconsin fishing season runs from May 7 to March 5, 2017. To learn more about statewide fishing regulations and rules that apply on specific lakes, search “fishing regulations.” For a complete calendar, search “fishing season dates.”
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area activities
JUNE
3-5 Lady Legends Ball Club’s “Swing Into Summer” fast pitch softball tournament at Mitchell Youth Baseball Complex, 3090 Graydon Ave., East Troy. Teams are comprised of players from southeastern Wisconsin and seek to field teams for advanced softball play while teaching kids the skills and discipline necessary to enhance individuals, teach solid sportsmanship and team play in a competitive setting. The tournament will consist of 30 to 40 teams for girls 10U, 12U, 14U, and 16U. For more information or registration forms, go to www. ladylegendsballclub.com 3, 10, 17, 24 East Troy Farmers Market, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. on the East Troy Village Square. Vendors selling homegrown and local produce, specialty items, meats, baked goods, crafts, live music and activities. (262) 642-3770 4, 11, 18 Minneiska Water Ski Show Team performs at 7 p.m. on Whitewater Lake at Scenic Ridge Campground, N7991 R & W Townline Rd., Whitewater 4, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29, Aquanuts water ski show, 6 p.m., at Lance Park, 55 Lance Drive, Twin Lakes. Admission and parking are free. www.aquanutwatershows.com 4 Vintage Base Ball: Eagle Diamonds – 10 a.m.-5 p.m. with game at 1:30 p.m. Celebrate America’s favorite pastime and enjoy an old-fashioned game at Old World Wisconsin, S103 W37890 Highway 67, Eagle. (262) 594-6300 www.oldworldwisconsin. wisconsinhistory.org 4, 5 Wisconsin DNR Free Fun Weekend – Free entry to state
parks and forest, free DNR trails, free fishing on all Wisconsin waters and free ATV/UTV vehicle riding on public trails open to such uses. No license required. 4, 11, 18, 25 Walworth County farmers market – Veterans Park on the downtown square, 8 a.m.-12 p.m. (262) 723-7733 6, 13, 20, 27 Lauderdale Aqua Skiers performance – Future team at 5:30 p.m., main team at 6 p.m. on Don Jean Bay. www.aquaskiers. com 10 Night Under the Lights – hosted by the Elkhorn Parks and Recreation Department, 5 p.m. at Harris Park, Wright Street. (262) 741-5114 10, 11 Elkhorn rummage sale – city-wide 11 GFWC Women’s Club of East Troy’s annual Arts and Crafts Fair from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the East Troy village square. Homemade bakery, barbeque and hot dog plates, along with many new and talented arts and crafts vendors. (262) 642-2326 17, 24 Holton-Elkhorn Band
Concert – free open-air concert at Elkhorn’s historic band shell in Sunset Park, 7:30 p.m. (262) 7415114 17-19 Community Days of Elkhorn – a celebration of all things Elkhorn featuring a water ski show by the Lauderdale Aqua Skiers, a movie in the park, a car show and more. (262) 723-5788 or elkhornchamber.com 17 East Troy Cycling Classic, part of the Tour of America’s Dairyland, begins at 11 a.m. with eight hours of high-energy professional cycling around the East Troy village square and nearby streets. (262) 642-3770 18 Run United – 5-mile Run/Walk and 2-mile walk. (262) 374-4474 or www.uw-wc.org 18 Annual Walworth County Farm Bureau Breakfast – from 6 a.m. to noon, children younger than 5 eat for free. Huge menu and lots of activities, as well as a farm tour all at the Walworth County Fairgrounds, Highway 11. (262) 723-3228 18 Early Harness Races – noon at the Walworth County Fairgrounds, Highway 11. (262) 723-3228 18 Walworth County Farm Bureau Dairy Breakfast, 6 to 11 a.m. at the Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. Event features full breakfast, crafters, live animals and a tour of a Walworth County farm. (262) 723-3228 18 Elkhorn Area High School All Sports Booster Club Golf Outing, 11:30 a.m. at Evergreen Country Club, N6246 Highway 12, Elkhorn. Day includes 18-holes of golf, special event holes, a silent auction, raffle prizes, box lunch and steak dinner. (262) 723-5722 18 14th annual Midsummer Magic 6 to 9 p.m. at Old World Wisconsin’s Crossroads Village, W372 S9727 Highway 67, Eagle. The annual fundraiser for the Old World Wisconsin Foundation features wine, beer and nonalcoholic beverage samples and gourmet food samples from more than 40 participating vendors, four stages for music, silent auctions, raffles and parking. Craft fair available from noon to 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $55 for the general public. (262) 594-2922 18 46th Annual Elkhorn Firefighters Street Dance, 6 p.m. to 11:55 p.m. at the Elkhorn Fire Station on South Broad Street. The street dance features raffles, food, drinks and live music. Cost is $10 for entry. 19 Pride and Joy Car Show, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. across from the Elkhorn Area Chamber of Commerce, 203 E. Walworth St., at the Elkhorn Garage. There is no entry fee, though donations will be accepted for the Elkhorn Food Pantry. Goodie bags and dash plaques will be available for the first 75 cars. (262) 723-5788 or elkhornchamber.com
22 Walworth County Fair’s Pork Chop Cookout – featuring Country Idol Preliminaries and Crowning of 2012 Fairest of the Fair from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Walworth County Fairgrounds, Highway 11. (262) 723-3228 26 Antique Flea Market – at 7 a.m. at the Walworth County Fairgrounds, Highway 11, 7 a.m. Cost is $5. (414) 525-0820 or www.nlpromotionsllc. com 24 Lutherdale Fish Fry – 4:30-7:30 p.m. at Lutherdale Camp, N7891 Highway 12. Ticket cost for adults is $12, $7 for children 12 and younger. (262) 742-2352 25 Trilogy Challenge Disc Golf Tournament, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at White River DGC. Sponsored by HobbyTown USA, Lake Geneva. Register at www.trilogychallenge. com, under Event Locations. (262) 729-4053 26 Reading in the Gardens, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., at Michael Fields Agricultural Institute, W2493 Highway ES, featuring Wisconsin author Marnie Mamminga. For more information or to make a reservation, call (262) 642-3303 ext. 124 30 East Troy Lions Club’s annual Fourth of July Celebration, at the Amusement Park, 3072 Graydon Ave. Carnival on the midway, beer tent featuring live music daily and multiple food stands all four days.
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1, 8, 15, 22, 29 East Troy Farmers Market, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. on the East Troy Village Square. Vendors selling homegrown and local produce, specialty items, meats, baked goods, crafts, live music and activities. (262) 642-3770 1 Star Spangled Celebration – 5-10 p.m. at Sunset Park, 200 Devendorf St., featuring music from the Holton Band, food and snacks, and a fireworks show at dusk. (262) 723-5788 1-4 Whitewater’s 4th of July Festival, a celebration of freedom and independence with family, friends and community at Cravath Lakefront Park. The festival opens at 5 p.m., Friday, July 1, noon on Saturday and Sunday, July 2 and 3, and at 10 a.m., Monday, July 4. The event includes a carnival, live music, the Miss Whitewater Pageant, a parade, the Whippet City Mile Run and fireworks. There is no entry fee for this family-friendly event. 1 to 3 East Troy Lions Club’s annual Fourth of July Celebration, at the Amusement Park, 3072 Graydon Ave. Carnival on the midway, beer tent featuring live music daily and multiple food stands all four days. 1, 8, 15, 22 Holton-Elkhorn Band Concert – free open-air concert at Elkhorn’s historic band shell in Sunset Park, 7:30 p.m. (262) 7415114 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Elkhorn farmers market – Veterans Park on the downtown square, 8 a.m.-noon (262) 723-7733 2, 9, 16, 30 Minneiska Water Ski Show Team performs at 7 p.m.
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on Whitewater Lake at Scenic Ridge Campground, N7991 R & W Townline Rd., Whitewater 2, 6, 8, 9, 13, 16, 20 Aquanuts water ski show, 6 p.m., at Lance Park, 55 Lance Drive, Twin Lakes. July 2 and 8 are night shows, beginning at 7:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. respectively. Admission and parking are free. www. aquanutwatershows.com 2 Early Harness Races – noon at the Walworth County Fairgrounds, Highway 11. (262) 723-3228
2 East Troy Lions and Kettle Moraine Classic Car Club’s 15th annual, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at East Troy Middle School, 3143 Graydon Ave.
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19-21 Wisconsin Farm Technology Days, the largest agricultural show in Wisconsin and one of the largest in the nation, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day, at Snudden Farms, Zenda Road, Lake Geneva. The three-day, outdoor event showcases the latest improvements in production agriculture with more than 600 vendors. (262) 741-4961 20 Junior Beef Steak Cookout – from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. (262) 723-3228
3 East Troy Independence Day parade at 1 p.m. on the village square, fireworks at dark at Amusement Park, 3072 Graydon Ave. (262) 366-1765
21 Big Rig Gig – from 7 to 9 p.m., at Cravath Lakefront Park, Whitewater. Kids will enjoy exploring dump trucks, tractors, skid loaders, fire trucks and semis plus have an opportunity to create their own hard hat and more fun things at this free event
4 Minneiska Water Ski Show Team performs on Cravath Lake, Whitewater, following the 4th of July parade
25, 26 Annual Art by the Bay Fine Arts and Craft Fest – at Edgewater Park in Williams Bay. (262) 2755567
4, 11, 18, 25 Lauderdale Aqua Skiers performance – Future team at 5:30 p.m., main team at 6 p.m. on Don Jean Bay. www.aquaskiers. com
29 Lutherdale Fish Fry – 4:30-7:30 p.m. at Lutherdale Camp, N7891 Highway 12. Ticket cost for adults is $12, $7 for children 12 and younger. (262) 742-2352
4, 5, 6 An Old World Fourth of July – from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. visitors can celebrate as people did in the 19th and 20th centuries with a “through the ages” parade, band concert and spirited competitions at Old World Wisconsin, W372 S9727 Highway 67, Eagle. (262) 5946301 or www.oldworldwisconsin. wisconsinhistory.org
AUGUST
9 Vintage Base Ball: Eagle Diamonds – 10 a.m.-5 p.m. with game at 1:30 p.m. Celebrate America’s favorite pastime and enjoy an old-fashioned game at Old World Wisconsin, S103 W37890 Highway 67, Eagle. (262) 594-6300 www.oldworldwisconsin. wisconsinhistory.org 14 Depot Express – 7 to 9 p.m., at Cravath Lakefront Park, Whitewater. Those who enjoy dancing and singing along to great classic rock tunes and a mix of contemporary pop, country and blues be sure to attend this free event 15, 16, 17 – Elkhorn Rib Fest, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday at the Walworth County Fairgrounds. Event will feature competition presented by Miller and Frank’s Piggly Wiggly, live entertainment, food vendors, a beer garden and camping. Admission is free (262) 723-3228 15, 16 Relay For Life – 7 p.m. at Walworth County Fairgrounds, Walworth County Fairgrounds, Highway 11. (262) 723-3228 www.relayforlife.org 16-31 The World of Little House – 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Old World Wisconsin, S103 W37890 Highway 67, Eagle. Daily activities that let visitors live like Laura Ingalls Wilder and the Ingalls family and friends. Dress as a character from one of the Little House on the Prairie books and receive a discount on admission. (262) 594-6300 or www.
1-7 The World of Little House – 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Old World Wisconsin, S103 W37890 Highway 67, Eagle. Daily activities that let visitors live like Laura Ingalls Wilder and the Ingalls family and friends. Dress as a character from one of the Little House on the Prairie books and receive a discount on admission. (262) 594-6300 or www. oldworldwisconsin.wisconsinhistory. org
3, 6, 10, 17, 20, 24, 27, 31 Aquanuts water ski show, 6 p.m., at Lance Park, 55 Lance Drive, Twin Lakes. Admission and parking are free. www.aquanutwatershows.com 4 David Stokes – from 7 to 9 p.m., at Cravath Lakefront Park, Whitewater. A free event featuring Stokes, a naturalist, humorist and educator, who uses a variety of props to teach kids 5, 12, 19, 26 East Troy Farmers Market, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. on the East Troy Village Square. Vendors selling homegrown and local produce, specialty items, meats, baked goods, crafts, live music and activities. (262) 642-3770 5, 6 Corn and Brat Days – formerly the Elkhorn Rotary Club’s Festival of Summer, the event begins at 10 a.m. and features crafters and a corn and brat roast all at Veterans Park on the Downtown Square. 5-6 Brat Sale/Maxwell Street Days, Whitewater – purchase a brat or hot dog on Friday, Aug. 5 in front of the Downtown Whitewater/Chamber of Commerce office and then take part in hands-on art activities, sales in local stores and other events throughout the day Saturday, Aug. 6 Although we make every attempt to provide accurate information regarding area events, dates and times may change or events may be canceled.
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Delavan Lake Properties MLS: 1466732 – DELAVAN Three bedroom, one bath cottage across the street from Delavan Lake. Wood floors in the upstairs bedrooms. Close proximity to boat launch and beach…..$93,000
MLS: 1377013 – DELAVAN Large 5 bedroom cottage w/lake rights to the Jackson Park pier system and swim area on Delavan’s North Shore. Plenty of room in this classic summer retreat…..$135,000
Situated on a double lot is this cute 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath bungalow. Updated light fixtures, bathrooms, 2 car detached garage. Association includes access to the Highland’s pier system, boat ramp, park w/sandy beach……$139,900
MLS: 1460035 – DELAVAN Immaculate lakefront condo w/ gorgeous granite counters, tile floors, large room sizes, a beautiful fireplace and a spacious deck for entertaining .......................$164,000
MLS: 1440928 – DELAVAN More space than it looks in this 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home in Assembly Park subdivision. Large living room with fireplace and walkout to private deck…..$189,000
MLS: 1465622 – DELAVAN Geneva Landings lake access condo, this bright 2BR, 2.5BA condo includes a first floor master w/private bath, open concept great room w/ gas fireplace…..$215,000
MLS: 1458628 – DELAVAN 2BR, 2BA unit in Geneva Landings featuring main floor master suite, open concept great room with cathedral ceiling, gas fireplace and waterfront deck…..$224,900
MLS: 1462564 – DELAVAN All remodeled and ready to enjoy is this 3BR, 2BA home in the active lake community of Assembly Park. Take in the lake views from the front patio!……$249,000
MLS: 1404569 – DELAVAN A boat slip on the main body of Delavan Lake comes with this spacious two story vacation property featuring four bedrooms and three full bathrooms……..................$249,900
MLS: 1475056 – DELAVAN Completely rebuilt in 2008 in this beautiful updated 4BR, 2.5BA w/ Delmar Assoc. lake rights! First floor master, kitchen w/ granite counters, great room w/ gas FP…..$259,000
MLS: 1462221 – DELAVAN Affordable, low maintenance 3 bedroom, 2 bath with 40’ of Delavan channel frontage. Perfect get away!.....$260,000
MLS: 1461963 – DELAVAN Charming Frank Lloyd Wright designed one-bedroom gatehouse with remodeled interior to provide modern convenience with old world charm……..$260,000
MLS: 1456422 – DELAVAN Bright, open condo w/ wood floors & lakefront patio. This Garden unit has lakeside master suite, second bedroom w/ water views & sleeping room or den……$269,000
MLS: 1445497 – DELAVAN This Geneva Landings garden unit has it all! 2 bedroom, 2 bath, living room w/gas fireplace & kitchen w/ granite counters……$295,000
MLS: 1473687 – DELAVAN Inviting 3 bedroom lake house featuring a spacious open concept layout, great room w/ high knotty pine cathedral ceilings and hardwood floors…..$299,000
MLS: 1471724 – DELAVAN Start enjoying summers on Delavan Lake! This 4BR, 2BA cottage features 3 separate decks providing fantastic lake views! 20’ boat slip which can hold a boat & jet ski…..$299,000
MLS: 1460903 – DELAVAN Spacious 3 bedroom, 3 bath condo in Delavan Gardens. Great room with gas fireplace and French doors leading out to patio. Deeded boat slip and lake rights!.....$349,000
MLS: 1474655 – DELAVAN Extremely well maintained 4BR, 2.5BA two-story Colonial w/ Delavan Lake rights, gorgeous 3 seasons room, full basement and insulated 2 car att garage…..$359,000
MLS: 1461107 – DELAVAN Open concept 3BR, 2BA newly constructed Lake Home with 90’ of channel frontage, natural fireplace, loft, wood floors and private boat slip……$375,000
MLS: 1434536 – DELAVAN Spacious 2-story lakefront just steps from the water’s edge featuring 40 feet of frontage and a master balcony to drink in the breathtaking sunsets…..$539,000
MLS: 1467927 – DELAVAN Take in the stunning lake views in the 2BR Cape Cod along Delavan’s North Shore. Features wood floors, natural FP, enclosed sun porch. Lakefront deck great for entertaining…..........$575,000
MLS: 1456546 – DELAVAN Remodeled 4 bedroom, 2 bath Delavan Lake home with a plethora of spectacular features. There’s 80 feet of prime lake frontage and panoramic views of the water…............$735,000
MLS: 1465334 – DELAVAN Newly constructed 3BR, 2BA, lakefront home on 39 feet of level north shore frontage. Expansive lake views and includes 3 car garage, full basement and additional parcel.......……....$749,000
MLS: 1457913 – DELAVAN Classic 7BR, 5BA lake home on 60’ of prime North Shore frontage. Includes master suite on first and second floor, deck, oversized pier & 2.5 car garage….............. $749,000
MLS: 1440967 – DELAVAN Classic four bedroom, three bath lakefront home with 63 feet of frontage. Two fireplaces, two car detached garage, hot tub, and large deck…..$875,000
MLS: 1464909 – DELAVAN Spacious 4BR, 4BA, lakefront home featuring vaulted ceilings, first floor master suite, oversized deck, boat house and 94 feet of North Shore frontage…..$999,000
MLS: 1440060 – DELAVAN Take in views of the entire lake with this remodeled 5BR, 3BA Delavan lakefront resting on 50’ of prime South Shore frontage…..$1,069,000
MLS: 1450958 – DELAVAN Lakefront Estate with three houses, 83’ of lakefront and 275’ of road frontage. 4 Bedroom main home, 4 bedroom guest house, and 2 bedroom cottage…..$1,499,000
MLS: 1445126 – DELAVAN Remodeled Delavan Lakefront! 121 feet of frontage, 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, updated kitchen, large living room with cathedral ceilings, in ground swimming pool…..$1,999,000
MLS: 1461945 – DELAVAN Magnificent prairie-style 6BR, 7BA lakefront estate on 200’ of South Shore frontage. Features theatre and billiard rooms, four guest suites, 3.7 acres…..$2,950,000
MLS: 1447127 – DELAVAN
Ryan Simons | Keefe Real Estate (608) 852-3156 · 416 Bauer Parkway · Delavan, WI www.DelavanLakeProperty.com 244059