The Viewtopia

06/17/2026

Our sister property is NOW ACCEPTING RESERVATIONS!

Private Home: Deck, Fire Pit, WiFi, AC & Pole Barn

06/12/2026

A friendly Viewtopia wildlife update! 👀

Our resident Canadian geese have once again declared our lawn their personal resort...and occasionally leave behind a few "souvenirs" for guests. 😆 Keep an eye on your step as you stroll down to the lake!🪿

We've also spotted a snapping turtle making a surprise appearance in the yard - possibly searching for the perfect spot to lay her eggs. 🐢

Meanwhile, our neighborhood young bald eagles continue to put on an air show over Big Lake Chetac and Viewtopia, plus we hear the fish are biting just off our shoreline! 🦅 🎣

Nature doesn't charge admission at Viewtopia...but it definitely keeps things entertaining!

06/10/2026

🚙ROAD TRIP!!🚗

Here’s how many miles are between a few popular Midwest cities and the Viewtopia. Your next up north adventure may be closer than you think!!

IOWA
Davenport - 338 miles
Des Moines - 357 miles
Iowa City - 340 miles

ILLINOIS
Chicago - 389 miles
Peoria - 444 miles
Rockford - 316 miles

MINNESOTA
Duluth - 100 miles
Minneapolis/St Paul - 118 miles
Rochester - 154 miles

WISCONSIN
Green Bay - 253 miles
Madison - 251 miles
Milwaukee - 319 miles

06/08/2026

📣Attention Vacationers!📣

Last minute opening at the Viewtopia on Big Lake Chetac — July 25–Aug 1!

Gather your family and gather your friends! This won’t last! Up North magic awaits!

Book here:
www.airbnb.com/h/theviewtopiawi

06/06/2026

We know people have been wondering, “what the HECK are they doing with that boathouse?!!”

Well, we can finally share what’s NEW at THE VIEW!

Exclusively for Viewtopia guests only, we’ve completely restored our boathouse with a rooftop deck and a ONE OF A KIND lakeside lounge (landscaping is next)! With a roll up door, stainless steel counter top, seating, and more, it’s THE perfect place at a private home with THE perfect views just steps away from the lakeshore!

But…we can’t agree on a name for it! Give us your suggestions in the comments! And….GO!

06/05/2026

Birchwood, WI - prime summer dates still available: JULY 12-17!

Escape for 5 midweek nights of lake views, spectacular sunsets, campfires, and slow mornings with coffee on the deck!

Summer flies by so make time for the memories that matter. These peak July dates won't last long!

www.airbnb.com/h/theviewtopiawi

05/30/2026

Meet Viewtopia's newest splash of fun - a bright cherry red rolling beverage cooler!

Complete with a built-in bottle opener, handy storage shelf, and wheels ready to follow the party wherever the deck lake views are best!

Stock it with your favorite cold drinks, park it next to your chair, and settle in for an afternoon of sunshine, laughter, and "just one more" lakefront memory!

Cheers to lake life!

05/30/2026

There goes the sun and there go the geese.

05/30/2026

Sunsets on Big Lake Chetac are peaceful and the only thing missing is you!

No filters. No crowds. Just a front-row seat to nature's evening show at The Viewtopia!

Who's grabbing a chair for this view?!