Roberta and Daniel Robers wanted to remain active during their retirement, so they decided to open a place in Lake Geneva where people could find local products or sit down for a meal.
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Hidden treasure: The patio at The Bottle Shop
Socially distanced
(From left) Sally South, Becky Kirchner, Beth Tumas and Nathan Mengo enjoy a socially distanced conversation on the patio at The Bottle Shop, 617 W. Main St., Lake Geneva.
No need for introduction
Located at 617 W. Main St., Lake Geneva, The Bottle Shop is not far from the downtown action.
Cheers!
Guests at the Bottle Shop enjoying the patio.
European feel
The Bottle Shop owner Beth Tumas said many people often remark how the patio at her business has a European feel.
All signs point to yes
The "great outdoor seating" mentioned on the sign outside The Bottle Shop is the patio.
For dogs, too
The Bottle Shop patio is also dog-friendly.
Behind the fence
Perhaps this is why the patio at The Bottle Shop is considered a hidden treasure. Behind the fence, it appears only a couple tables are available. In fact, there are over 20, and the patio stretches further behind the shop than it seems.
Made in the shade
(From left) Joan Anthony and Dennis and Cathy Aubin relaxing with some refreshments in the summer heat on the patio at The Bottle Shop.
Patio views 1
Just past the fence, one can see how far back the patio stretches behind The Bottle Shop.
Fun in the sun
The patio at The Bottle Shop in Lake Geneva.
Flowers
Some of the beautiful floral colors on the patio at The Bottle Shop.
Garden 1
Flower gardens dot the patio at The Bottle Shop.
Garden 2
Another garden on The Bottle Shop patio.
Up close
Look close in the gardens on the patio at The Bottle Shop.
Patio love
(Left) Sally South took her friend, (right) Becky Kirchner, to The Bottle Shop patio for the first time. How did she like it? “I’m so in love with this place,” Kirchner said.
Fundraiser
A fundraiser on the patio, before the Covid-19 pandemic. Outside, The Bottle Shop has hosted everything from rehearsal dinners to Baggo games.
Patio tunes
Artists like Cole Brandt (pictured) often perform on the patio at The Bottle Shop.
Bloody Mary
A customer with a Bloody Mary on the patio at The Bottle Shop.
Decisions
The Bottle Shop owner Beth Tumas (right) helps a customer with a wine purchase.
Patio views 2
A look at the seats closer to Main Street on The Bottle Shop patio.

