Chalet on the Fairway Nekoosa, WI: Sleeps 8 Near Sand Valley
Chalet on the Fairway Nekoosa, WI sleeps 8 near Lake Arrowhead Golf Course and Sand Valley. See the amenities, fees, beds and how to book direct.
Chalet on the Fairway in Nekoosa, WI is a three-bedroom Swiss-style chalet in the Lake Arrowhead community that sleeps 8, sits near Lake Arrowhead Golf Course, and puts you minutes from Sand Valley Golf Resort. Clear Trail Properties manages the home and takes reservations directly, so you can check your dates and book with the team that runs it.
Key Takeaways
- Chalet on the Fairway is at 1389 Rain Dance Trail, Nekoosa, WI 54457, with 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and sleeping for up to 8 guests.
- The bed layout is one king, two twins, and two queens, with the two queens in an upstairs bedroom that has its own half bathroom.
- The home has a fully equipped kitchen, Wi-Fi, smart TVs with Roku and Apple TV, a fire pit, a covered porch, and parking for up to 4 vehicles.
- Lake Arrowhead pool and community center access costs $10 per person per day and needs at least 2 business days' notice.
- Fees to plan for: a refundable $300 security hold, $100 per dog, and $60 each for early check-in or late check-out.
- The chalet has no private hot tub, so groups that want one should compare other Clear Trail Properties homes before booking.
Choosing lodging for a Sand Valley golf trip in 2026 comes down to a few practical questions: how many people sleep comfortably, how far you drive to the first tee, and what the group does after the round. Wisconsin recorded a record 117.9 million tourism visits in 2026, according to the Wisconsin Department of Tourism, and central Wisconsin's golf country feels that demand every summer.
At Clear Trail Properties, we manage this chalet alongside other homes across the Sand Valley and Lake Petenwell corridor. This guide covers what we tell guests before they book: the bed layout, the amenity details, what costs extra, and who should pick a different home.
Most pages that mention this property repeat the same short description and skip nightly rates, accessibility, and local logistics. The sections below fill those gaps.
What Sets Chalet on the Fairway Nekoosa, WI Apart From Other Golf Rentals?
Chalet on the Fairway is a Swiss-style chalet at 1389 Rain Dance Trail, Nekoosa, WI 54457, inside the Lake Arrowhead community, with 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and beds for up to 8 guests. Two features make it memorable: a lofted living and dining room with soaring chalet-style ceilings, and a spot beside Lake Arrowhead Golf Course with Sand Valley Golf Resort only minutes away.
From the outside, the photos show a tan and dark brown A-frame profile with a full-length wooden deck, set among tall pines. Inside, exposed wooden beams run overhead and an upstairs bedroom opens toward the main room. That silhouette is the differentiator. Golf-country rentals frequently follow a single-level ranch layout; this one feels like a mountain lodge dropped beside a fairway.
The house suits golf groups and families, and dogs are welcome for a fee. The trade-off is that there is no private hot tub, which matters if your group plans to soak after 18 holes. The alternatives section near the end covers where to look instead.
How Are the Bedrooms and Bathrooms Arranged for 8 Guests?
The sleeping setup at Chalet on the Fairway is three bedrooms with five beds: a king in Bedroom 1, two twins in Bedroom 2, and two queens in the upstairs Bedroom 3. Together the beds sleep eight, and the upstairs room has a private half bathroom while the main floor has a full bathroom with a shower and tub combination.
| Bedroom | Beds | Sleeps | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bedroom 1 | One king | 2 | A couple or the group's lead organizer |
| Bedroom 2 | Two twins | 2 | Kids, or two golfers who prefer separate beds |
| Bedroom 3 (upstairs) | Two queens, private half bath | 4 | Two couples or four friends |
The upstairs room is the one guests photograph. It has a vaulted ceiling with exposed wooden beams, green plaid bedding, and an olive armchair by a reading lamp, with large windows facing the trees.
Be realistic about the bathrooms. Eight adults sharing one full bath and one half bath takes some scheduling, so golfers with a shared morning tee time should stagger showers the night before. Families with children usually manage without trouble.
What Does the Lofted Living and Dining Area Offer?
The lofted living and dining area is an open-concept room under a wooden vaulted ceiling where the chalet's group space, kitchen, and dining table share one floor. It is the reason this home works for eight people rather than feeling like four small rooms with a hallway between them.
Unwind together in a spacious retreat designed for cozy nights, slow mornings, and effortless indoor-outdoor living. · Chalet on the Fairway
The photos show a green sectional facing a round wooden coffee table, with a dining table and Windsor chairs a few steps from the kitchen. The kitchen is fully equipped, and the dining space is sized for group meals. Smart TVs with Roku and Apple TV cover the screen side, and high-speed Wi-Fi runs throughout the home.
The loft and covered porch give remote workers a place to log in without taking over the main room. That helps if one person in your group is still answering email while the others watch the game.
Our advice: cook one group dinner at the house on your first night. After a long drive, a home-cooked meal at that dining table beats waiting on a restaurant table for eight. Pick up groceries in Nekoosa or nearby Wisconsin Rapids on the way in.
What Is Included in a Lake Arrowhead Chalet Rental?
A Lake Arrowhead chalet rental at Chalet on the Fairway includes the house itself, its furnished kitchen and entertainment systems, laundry, and driveway parking, while community amenities such as the pool are available through paid guest passes. The table separates what comes with the house from what needs a request or a fee.
| Feature | What you get | What to know |
|---|---|---|
| Kitchen | Fully equipped, with dining space for group meals | Sized for cooking together |
| Entertainment | Smart TVs, Roku, Apple TV | Bring your own streaming logins |
| Internet | High-speed Wi-Fi throughout | Loft and porch work well for remote work |
| Climate | Air conditioning and heating | Listed for year-round stays |
| Laundry | Washer and dryer in the basement | The basement is open to guests; the garage is not |
| Parking | Driveway for up to 4 vehicles | Plan carpools for groups larger than four cars |
| Outdoors | Backyard fire pit and covered porch | Bring your own firewood |
| Lake Arrowhead amenities | Beaches, pools, and sports courts through the clubhouse | $10 per person per day; request 2 or more business days ahead |
| Pets | Dogs welcome | $100 per pet |
Do the pool math before you commit. A full group of eight buying passes for one day comes to $80, and same-day requests cannot be accommodated. If your group cares about the pool, send the request when you book. If it does not, skip the passes and spend the afternoon at the fire pit.
Unwind together in a spacious retreat designed for cozy nights, slow mornings, and effortless indoor-outdoor living. · Chalet on the Fairway
Where Does the Chalet Sit, and What Is There to Do Around Nekoosa?
Nekoosa is a city in Wood County in central Wisconsin, along the Wisconsin River, and Chalet on the Fairway sits in the Lake Arrowhead community at a Nekoosa mailing address. Some booking platforms file the chalet under Juneau County search pages, so use the street address rather than a county label when you map your route.
Enjoy a tucked-away retreat with beautiful treetop views and easy access to a picturesque golf course setting. · Chalet on the Fairway
Golf drives the local calendar. Lake Arrowhead Golf Course is right beside the chalet, and Sand Valley Golf Resort is described in the listing as minutes away. Local golf-trip guidance puts the drive at about five minutes, so confirm your route on a map before you plan a tight tee time.
Water is the second draw. Petenwell Lake covers more than 23,000 acres of the Wisconsin River valley, and the Wisconsin DNR lake page lists 23,173 acres, a 44-foot maximum depth, public boat landings, and a public beach. The Town of Armenia confirms public landings and beaches for boating and fishing.
Off the water and the course, ATV riders can look at Dyracuse Recreational Park, which is known for outdoor recreation and seasonal trail use; check current trail status before you go. Inside the community, the Lake Arrowhead beaches, pools, and sports courts fill a slow afternoon.
What Can You Do Outside After a Round of Golf?
The outdoor space at Chalet on the Fairway is a spacious backyard with a fire pit, plus a covered porch, set among tall trees. It works as the group's evening gathering spot after a day on the course.
Gather around the fire pit beneath the trees, where cozy evenings and easy conversation come naturally. · Chalet on the Fairway
Natural wood Adirondack chairs circle a black fire ring on a gravel base, with a canopy of trees overhead. Eight people fit comfortably. The fire pit is not stocked, so bring your own wood. Bundled firewood is easy to grab on the drive in, and it saves an awkward first night of standing around a cold ring.
Noise rules apply, and they are enforced. Quiet hours run from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM, covering conversation, music, vehicles, and fireworks, and violations can carry a $250 fine. Plan your late-night fire pit conversation for before 10.
How Does the Chalet Work for a Sand Valley Golf Trip?
A Sand Valley golf trip based at Chalet on the Fairway means staying in a house that sleeps eight, which fits two foursomes, with the resort minutes away and Lake Arrowhead Golf Course next door. The house solves the logistics problem of splitting a group across multiple hotel rooms.
Timing matters more than most groups expect. Local golf-trip guidance says Sand Valley opens public tee times roughly 60 days ahead, and that homes near the resort can fill faster than tee times do. Book the chalet first, then lock tee times the day the window opens, including for courses such as The Lido. Across the golfers we host near Sand Valley, the groups with the smoothest trips usually secure lodging before they chase tee times.
A few practical suggestions from running homes in this corridor:
- Assign bedrooms before arrival. The king and the upstairs queen room are the two most requested spaces.
- Ask the group to share rides. Four driveway spots go quickly with eight golfers.
- Request pool passes when you reserve, since same-day requests cannot be honored.
- Keep one evening free. The fire pit and the vaulted living room do more for a group than a second restaurant reservation.
Enjoy a tucked-away retreat with beautiful treetop views and easy access to a picturesque golf course setting. · Chalet on the Fairway
What Do Nekoosa Market Numbers Say About When to Book?
Nekoosa short-term rental seasonality is the yearly pattern in which demand climbs through spring, peaks in midsummer, and falls in late winter. Summer is the crunch: June through August are the months to reserve early, and March is the easiest month to secure.
| Metric | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Nekoosa STR occupancy | 42% | AirDNA, 2026 |
| Nekoosa STR average daily rate | $430 | AirDNA, 2026 |
| Active Nekoosa STR listings | 564 | AirDNA, 2026 |
Treat these as market reference points, not a quote for this chalet. The average daily rate blends properties of every size across the area.
For you, the practical read is straightforward. June through August is peak, and March and the early spring months are the easiest to secure. Shoulder-season golf still draws groups, and year-round rentals are available at the chalet.
What Does a Stay Cost, and Which Fees Apply?
The nightly cost of a stay at Chalet on the Fairway depends on the season, the length of your stay, and how full the calendar is, so the live booking page is the only reliable source for a total. Rates change, and we do not publish a fixed nightly figure in an article.
What we can list are the fixed charges and requirements tied to the home:
| Item | Amount | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Security deposit hold | $300 | Refundable hold placed on the booking guest |
| Early check-in | $60 | By request, subject to availability, arranged in advance |
| Late check-out | $60 | By request, subject to availability, arranged in advance |
| Lake Arrowhead community center and pool | $10 per person, per day | Optional; request at least 2 business days ahead |
| Dog fee | $100 per pet | Dogs only |
| Noise violation | $250 | Quiet hours 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM |
Follow these steps to book cleanly:
- Check your dates on the Chalet on the Fairway booking page and confirm the total.
- Sign the rental agreement and upload a valid ID as the booking guest.
- Expect the $300 refundable hold.
- Request Lake Arrowhead pool passes at least 2 business days before you want to use them.
- Arrange early check-in or late check-out in advance if you need either.
- Buy firewood and groceries before you arrive.
The most common mistake is assuming pool access is automatic. It is optional, paid, and needs lead time.
Who Should Book This Chalet, and Who Should Look Elsewhere?
Chalet on the Fairway is best for groups of up to eight who want a golf-adjacent home with a big shared room, a real kitchen, and an outdoor fire pit. It is a stronger fit for two foursomes or a family reunion than for a party of 12.
Look elsewhere in these cases:
- You want a private hot tub. Hidden on the 17th Hole has one and backs onto a golf course.
- Your group is larger than eight. Tomahawk Trail in Lake Arrowhead sleeps up to 18.
- You want a lakefront setting. Sunset Getaway is a Lake Arrowhead retreat with a private beach and kayaks.
On accessibility, the property lists wheelchair accessibility as an amenity, but one bedroom is upstairs and the laundry is in the basement. Ask our team about step counts, doorway widths, and bathroom layout before you book, especially if a guest has limited mobility. You can also browse the full Clear Trail Properties portfolio to compare layouts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What county is Nekoosa, WI in?
The city of Nekoosa is in Wood County, Wisconsin. Some booking platforms file the chalet under Juneau County search pages, so rely on the street address, 1389 Rain Dance Trail, Nekoosa, WI 54457, when you plan your route.
What is there to do in Nekoosa, WI?
Golf is the main draw, with Lake Arrowhead Golf Course beside the chalet and Sand Valley Golf Resort minutes away. Petenwell Lake offers boating, fishing, and public beaches, and the Lake Arrowhead community has beaches, pools, and sports courts through paid guest passes.
What hotels are available in Nekoosa, Wisconsin?
Nekoosa has limited conventional lodging, and travelers often look at Lodges of the Lakes or nearby Wisconsin Rapids options such as Rapids Inn and Suites and Cobblestone Hotel and Suites. A rental like Chalet on the Fairway works better when you have a group of up to eight.
Where is Nekoosa, Wisconsin from my location?
Nekoosa sits in central Wisconsin along the Wisconsin River, near Wisconsin Rapids. Enter 1389 Rain Dance Trail, Nekoosa, WI 54457 into your maps app for a route and drive time from your starting point.
What is the nightly price for Chalet on the Fairway?
Nightly rates change with the season and the calendar, so check the live booking page for the total on your exact dates. Fixed extras include a $300 refundable hold, $60 for early check-in or late check-out, and $100 per dog.
How can I reserve Chalet on the Fairway and contact the team?
Choose your dates on the chalet's booking page, sign the rental agreement, and upload your ID. The Visit Rome listing gives 715-325-0810 and Sheena@cleartrailproperties.com for questions about the home.
Does Chalet on the Fairway allow pets?
Yes, dogs are welcome for $100 per pet. Plan for the backyard and covered porch for dog time, and keep in mind that the quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM apply to barking as well.
Is Chalet on the Fairway the Right Base for Your 2026 Trip?
Chalet on the Fairway in Nekoosa, WI earns its place for groups of up to eight who want a golf-adjacent Lake Arrowhead chalet with vaulted ceilings, a full kitchen, and a fire pit. Book early for June through August, request pool passes at least 2 business days ahead, and confirm accessibility details if anyone in your party needs them.
A charming wooded retreat welcomes you with a cozy front porch, spacious yard, and a calm escape surrounded by nature. · Chalet on the Fairway
Planning a Sand Valley or Lake Arrowhead trip? Clear Trail Properties has over 60 properties under management, and our local team can answer questions about dates, group size, and accessibility. Check availability for Chalet on the Fairway to see open dates.
Written by Ashley Lang, Owner, CEO at Clear Trail Properties