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Swedish Storybook in bluffs hiking trails & stream

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Living area
Bathroom
Living area
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue

Explore the area

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La Crosse, WI
  • Place, Grandad Bluff Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Viterbo University
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Swedish Storybook in bluffs hiking trails & stream

Decades ago, Marilyn, a retired dancer and 1950's founder of a dance school had a dream of building her "Swedish Fantasy House" on a hilltop.

Then, in her eighties, she built it.

Featured in Country Living magazine this gem of La Crosse attracts guest from all over the world with its rich history and design. Every corner of this dream home is covered in murals & plaster cast details. Enjoy the once upon a time of being on perpetual vacation in Rapunzel's house!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Empty fridge of any leftovers.
Towels can be placed by washing machine.
Turn off all lights and lock the door
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

La Crosse

La Crosse is home to this holiday home. Mississippi River and Grandad Bluff Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include The Pump House Regional Arts Center and Weber Center for the Performing Arts. Children's Museum of La Crosse and Oktoberfest Grounds are also worth visiting.
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La Crosse, WI

What's nearby

  • Grandad Bluff Park - 8 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Viterbo University - 8 min drive - 4.7 km
  • St. Rose of Viterbo Convent - 9 min drive - 5.1 km
  • University of Wisconsin-La Crosse - 9 min drive - 5.7 km
  • La Crosse Center - 11 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • La Crosse Station - 18 min drive
  • La Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fiesta Mexicana - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Swedish Storybook in bluffs hiking trails & stream pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Swedish Storybook in bluffs hiking trails & stream?

As of 1 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Swedish Storybook in bluffs hiking trails & stream on 4 May 2026 start from NZ$1,040, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Swedish Storybook in bluffs hiking trails & stream?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Swedish Storybook in bluffs hiking trails & stream?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Swedish Storybook in bluffs hiking trails & stream?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Swedish Storybook in bluffs hiking trails & stream located?

Situated in La Crosse, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Viterbo University, Mayo Clinic Health System - Franciscan Healthcare and St. Rose of Viterbo Convent. Mary of the Angels Chapel and Gundersen Health System - La Crosse Medical Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Marianne F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes, the accommodations were well prepared for our arrival. There is a cute little sleeping nook that one of our kiddos loved sleeping in. The beds were comfortable and the living room cozy.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Teresa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tucked away in the bluffs of LaCrosse.

It was perfect for our family, as we needed a location close to Mt. LaCrosse for a wedding. It has easy access to the downtown LaCrosse sights.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Libbey T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

High School State Ice Fishing Tournament

We stayed at this beautiful home in the bluffs for our high school boys State Ice Fishing Tournament. Everything was amazing, beautiful, clean and beautifully decorated. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Charmaine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed overall

Inside of house as expected, unique. Very clean and comfortable beds. We did not expect the driveway to be so steep and difficult to access. The listing showed a pond but not sure where that was located. Consider adding more eating utensils please. Thanks for sharing your home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Loren and Julie J.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication
This is an unique beautiful offering and the house is not like any where else you might stay because of its finishing touches, painting and charm. The rooms, linens and space was very much ready for us to enjoy. There is plenty of space for a family to move about in. Its enchanting! One of a kind. The not so great issues were we tried to contact the property manager via the numbers provided and received no answer twice. For the price point the sofas were terribly stained (even a grandchild noticed) and not acceptable. The grounds outdoors have become very overgrown, deteriorated walls and sitting outdoors is not really accessible with furnishings, etc. There are a few cracks in the butcher board countertop near the sink which might make the dish area not as sanitary although the sink was clean and ready for us. I grew up very near to this location and was renting for my Mother's funeral so it was close and convenient as you might recall. However, my sister and family rented another rental in LaCrosse also nearby that you manage and own and she received a discount because of bereavement. In conclusion, we would say stay, but a few updates and repairs need to be added for 600.00 nightly.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

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