Williams Bay, WI Homes for Rent

Williams Bay, a village on the north shore of Geneva Lake in Wisconsin, is known for its quaint charm and historical significance as a vacation retreat. Located about 90 miles from Chicago and 50 miles from Milwaukee, the village's population of 3,000 doubles during the summer months. Housing options range from early to mid-20th century ranch-style homes, Cape Cods, and cottages to more contemporary and custom-designed homes. The village is less touristy than nearby Lake Geneva, maintaining a quieter atmosphere. Williams Bay School District serves all grades in one building, with Williams Bay Middle/High School offering courses that can convert to college credits from Gateway Technical College or the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. The village offers various recreational activities, including swimming, water sports, ice skating, and ice fishing on Geneva Lake. The Skeeter Iceboat Club adds to the winter attractions, earning the village the title "Ice Boat Center of the World." Dining options include Pier 290, Harpoon Willie's, Café Calamari, and Lucke's Cantina, with no chain restaurants in the village. The Williams Bay Farmers Market operates at Edgewater Park from May through August. Major roads such as state Routes 50 and 67 connect to Interstate 43, and the Mercyhealth Walworth Hospital and Medical Center is less than 2 miles away. Future developments include a new lakeside resort and a residential project with over 40 single-family homes.