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Important Reminder - Overnight parking is prohibited on the evening prior to July 4th

Lakefront

We're happy to offer our beautiful lakefront amenities for exclusive use by CCE families and their escorted guests. Our Lakefront Team during the season is dedicated to making your visit more enjoyable.

 

BEACH HOUSE
626 Shabbona Drive
Fontana, WI 53125
(262) 475-0977
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Beach House - Hours 2026
The Beach House may close early at times due to inclement weather or for low usage during the season. Alternatively, hours may flex to open earlier for Holiday celebrations and will be posted in advance.

Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day

  • Saturday, May 23 (Open for season) - Monday September 7, 2026
  • Monday - Thursday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
  • Fridays, Weekends & Holidays: 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

September

  • Weekends Only: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
  • September 27 (Closes for season)

Beach Chairs
To streamline our lakefront operations and eliminate the need for physical Beach Chair Cards, we have transitioned to a digital verification system for the 2026 season. This new process ensures that the benefit remains exclusive to residents while making the experience faster and more convenient.

Follow these three simple steps:

  1. Present Identification: Upon your arrival, a Lakefront Team member will kindly request your address and a photo ID. As our team becomes familiar with our residents, you will eventually be able to enjoy access without needing to carry identification.
  2. Digital Record Check: Once our attendants confirm your details in the 2026 Digital Registry, they’ll be happy to help you get settled with your chairs. Families can borrow up to four chairs “maximum” per visit.
  3. Check-Out: Please drop your chairs back at the Beach House when you're finished. A quick digital check-out helps us keep tabs on our inventory for everyone!

Concessions
At The Beach House, we’ve got everything you need for a perfect day in the sun. From refreshing beverages and healthy snacks to freeze pops and exclusive merchandise, our shop has you covered.

To keep things simple, we are a card-only facility. Once we’ve securely saved your payment method to your account, you can leave your wallet at home and enjoy a card-free experience on every visit.

Games
Ready for some fun in the sun? The Beach House has you covered with yard games like giant Jenga, badminton, and bean bag toss. Just swing by the front desk during open hours to check them out for free!

Restroom
For the convenience of our CCE Residents, this restroom is for the exclusive use during operating hours.

Rinse Station
Rinse off the sand before heading home – an outdoor shower is provided.

 

BOATING / Applications, Fees, Information & Waiting Lists

Demand consistently exceeds availability, so we prioritize efficient management and tight timelines to serve our community. New residents are formally invited to join our waiting lists for buoys, kayak racks, boat ramps, and boat slips via their welcome packets. However, any CCE resident may join a list at any time by contacting our Mooring Coordinator, Cherie Setteducate, at (847) 404-4519 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

RULES & REQUIREMENTS for PARTICIPATION

For all CCE Homeowners currently utilizing or interested in renting a boating space (buoys, slips, ramps, or racks), please review the official Boating Rules & Regulations for all essential requirements necessary to secure and maintain your space.

Boat Buoys

Eleven buoys are available through the courtesy of the Glenwood Springs Club. While CCE manages the waiting list, all other rental operations are handled by GSC Administrator Peg Pollitt, who can be reached at (262) 374-1978.

Boat Slips

Under a long-term lease agreement with the Village of Fontana, CCE operates two parallel piers adjacent to the Abbey harbor. These facilities, designated as the "North" and "South" piers, provide a total of 19 berths, with 10 slips located on the North pier and 9 slips on the South pier.

  • For existing slip renters, the right to use their slip is perpetual and non-transferable.
  • Current fee structure is $2,300 annually.
  • To reserve slips for the 2026 season, a non-refundable deposit is due by January 5th, with the remaining balance due March 31st. (NOTE: For the 2027 season, deposits will be due in October with the balance due in March).
  • When a renter decides not to use their slip for the next season, we immediately contact people on our waiting list to re-rent it, and update the waiting list accordingly.
  • Click on this link to view our waiting application
  • Click on this link to view our current waiting list

2027 Slip Renewals - Current slip-holders retain perpetual, non-transferable rights to their slips at an annual rate of $2,300. To keep slips for the 2027 season, please adhere to this payment schedule:

  1. Deposit (Non-refundable): Due by October 31, 2026.
  2. Final Balance: Due by March 31, 2027.

Note: Late payments or cancellations will trigger an immediate offer to our waiting list.

Boat Ramps

CCE has a long-term lease for two piers from the Village of Fontana. The “North” and “South” piers run parallel to the Abbey harbor. These seasonal storage spaces are designed for small paddle-craft like kayaks and canoes.The “ramps” are located just off the North and South pier entrances.

  • The North pier has 9 spaces and the South pier offers 4 spaces.
  • For existing ramp rentals, the right to use their space is perpetual and non-transferable.
  • The current fee structure is $225 annually.
  • To reserve slips for the 2026 season, a non-refundable deposit is due by January 5th, with the remaining balance due March 31st. (NOTE: For the 2027 season, deposits will be due in October with the balance due in March).
  • When a renter decides not to use their space for the next season, we immediately contact people on our waiting list to re-rent it, and update the waiting list accordingly.
  • Click on this link to view our waiting application
  • Click on this link to view our current waiting list

Pier Installation / Removal Dates

Our contracted pier company generally has a target of May 1st for installation and mid-October for pier removal efforts. We correspond directly with ramp and slip renters when provided with up-to-date details. Keep in mind that weather can (and has) significantly impacted these dates previously.

Kayak & Paddleboard Racks

Our 4 seasonal racks are located on a concrete pad in the back-corner in the parking facility. Plenty of room to maneuver and safely away from vehicular parking.Vessels are required to be in their assigned space by June 15th and must be removed no later than November 1st.

Completed Application Return Options

  • Mail to CCE-POA, P.O. Box 341, Fontana, WI 53125
  • Drop off in-person at the Golf Course Clubhouse
  • Email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 

Stand Up Paddleboards
We’ve refreshed the CCE Stand Up Paddleboard program for 2026! To streamline your experience, everything you need is now centralized right at the Beach House.

GUIDELINES, RESERVATIONS & FEES (PDF)
To ensure your time on the water is both safe and effortless, this guide covers everything you need to know about our fees, booking process, and user requirements.

LIABILITY WAIVER (PDF)
To get you out on the water faster, at your initial paddle, all visitors just need to fill out a liability waiver once for the entire season! Stop by the Beach House to take care of this—once it’s done, our reservation system will keep it on file for the year.

CCE LAKEFRONT PARKING GUIDELINES

CCE Residents are eligible for two vehicle parking permits, available starting April 15th for pickup at the Community Center. To ensure smooth operations and fair access for everyone, please note the following:

Permit Requirement: Permits must be clearly displayed in the LOWER LEFT CORNER (driver’s side of the windshield) at all times and are strictly for Resident use only.

Availability: Our lot has a limited capacity of 45 spaces. Parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Enforcement: To maintain order, the Village of Fontana Police issues citations for violations. Additionally, a third-party towing service is authorized to remove unauthorized vehicles.

PIERS, SWIMMING BEACH & PARK

BEACH, PIER & PARK RULES
(Village of Fontana Ordinances)

  • No Pets (except between October 15th – March 31st)
  • Alcoholic beverages are not permitted on CCE lakefront property or piers.
  • No Glass or Sharp Utensils
  • No Grills or Open Fires
  • No Smoking (Ord. #42-122)

PIERS (Private)
Both North and South Piers/Ramps are exclusively for CCE Residents only.

LIFEGUARDS
The Water Safety Patrol provides Lifeguards who are on duty seven days a week, from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM.

  • Swim at your own risk when no lifeguards are on duty.
  • Swimming outside of the buoyed beach area is strictly prohibited.

SWIM HOURS (Village of Fontana Ordinance)
Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend

  • Beach hours are 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

PARK GROUNDS
A grassy section of property is adjacent to the beach, for guests to sunbathe, picnic and play. You are welcome to supply your own sun-tents, portable tables and games. Please be prepared to help us keep the park clean by collecting all trash and removing it with you when you leave.

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