Lake Country
Named “Lake Country” because of its large number of lakes, the northwestern corner of Waukesha County is referred to as “Lake Country” by local residents. As part of Waukesha County, residents in Lake Country are only 30 to 45 minutes from Milwaukee, making it the perfect suburban location for home buyers who want a bit of a buffer from the city, while still also enjoy a relatively short commute. In addition, Waukesha County, and specifically Lake Country, has an abundance of outdoor recreational amenities to enjoy aside from all the lakes, which include thousands of acres of public parks, miles and miles of biking and jogging trails, and several indoor and outdoor pools that are especially fun during the warm summer season.
When people speak of lake country they often include Pewaukee, Delafield, Hartland, Merton, Nashotah, Chenequa, Okauchee Lake, Oconomowoc, Summit, and Lac La Belle.
Pewaukee: Pewaukee is a charming community that makes a big splash with visitors and citizens lucky enough to call it home
Delafield: Delafield welcomes visitors to experience outstanding shopping, local restaurants, historic sites, and pristine lakes, trails, and forests. Set in the heart of southeastern Wisconsin’s Lake Country, just 25 miles west of Milwaukee and 53 miles east of Madison, Delafield is an ideal Wisconsin vacation or getaway.
Hartland: Located 20 miles west of Milwaukee, in the heart of southeastern Wisconsin’s beautiful Lake Country, the Village of Hartland boasts small town charm and a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. Hartland is proud of its outstanding schools, fine churches & lovely homes. This is where we call home!
Merton: The Village of Merton is a cozy community located in the Lake Country area, twenty miles west of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It is a quiet area where you can raise your family in a rural setting; plus, a great place to live for any outdoor enthusiast. There are several parks and lakes that surround Merton, where you can enjoy fishing, biking, hiking and water skiing along with many other activities.
Nashotah: Nashotah is also the home of the oldest restaurant in the state, The Red Circle Inn. Founded in 1848 on the Watertown Plank Road, the Red Circle Inn was a resting place for stagecoaches and early settlers.The Pabst Brewing Family bought the inn in 1889 and it soon became the place to be for sophisticates summering in their mansions on the area lakes.
Chenequa: The Village of Chenequa is located in the “lake country” portion of Waukesha County, about 30 miles west of downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It completely surrounds the 703 acre Pine Lake, and includes portions of Beaver Lake and North Lake. The name “Chenequa” comes from the Potawatomi Indian word for “pine”, referring to a rare Southern Wisconsin grove of white pine. This same stand of white pine can be seen along the Eastern Shore of Pine Lake.
Okauchee Lake: With a beautiful lake as it’s centerpiece, Okauchee does not dissapoint. Whether boating, fishing, watching the sunset, winter sports or relaxing is your thing, Okauchee Lake is the perfect place to live or visit.
Oconomowoc: Downtown Oconomowoc is a welcoming destination offering a unique mix of festivals, history, culture, shopping, dining and entertainment. This is where our community celebrates various cultural events together year-round . Come explore all Downtown Oconomwoc has to offer!
Summit: The Village of Summit is located along Interstate 94 in western Waukesha County, Wisconsin. The Village offers the benefits of a quiet, rural and lake country setting near urban amenities. The Village’s location provides for outdoor recreational activities and state parks at the doorstep of its residents. The Village includes a variety of quality housing developments and excellent school districts, with many shopping and dining opportunities within a short drive. Through well-planned and controlled development, Summit is a growing, thriving community where residents find opportunities to live, work and play.
Lac La Belle: Lac La Belle is one of Wisconsin’s best kept secrets. Sitting on the scenic lakefront, the village has silent beauty of rural Wisconsin, yet is still close enough to commute to the cities.