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Bluffside cottage with gorgeous views
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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 492.9 sq m
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Bluffside cottage with gorgeous views
Hill Street House is the quintessential river-town residence, located within walking distance of Fountain City's quaint downtown, legendary pubs, and riverfront, but just far enough from the highway and trains to still get a good night's sleep. Perched snuggly on the bluffside overlooking the Mississippi River, you'll see an ever-changing panorama of river boats, barges, and birds in flight against a backdrop of Minnesota bluffs in the distance and a jumble of rooftops below. Guests have access to the entire upper floor of this two-story duplex, as well as outdoor spaces, including a private deck with river views and the adjacent side lot/fire-pit area, also with excellent views of the river and the town.
Children and dogs are both welcome! We provide kids' dinnerware, books and toys, highchair, and a pac-n-play. Dog water/food bowls are also provided.
There are two guest bedrooms--each with a queen-size bed and spacious closets--a full bathroom, a well-appointed kitchen for preparing meals, a cozy living room, a separate office with workspace, and convenient laundry facilities. In the unlikely event that you tire of the captivating scene out the window, we supply plenty of games, books, puzzles, and WIFI. Stylish décor compliments the vintage hardwood floors and historic feel of this fully-renovated home.
Historic Fountain City is located on the Great River Road National Scenic Byway, just 10 minutes from downtown Winona, near galleries, shops, wineries, breweries, museums, and endless outdoor recreation and scenic beauty.
Convenient street parking is right outside the door.
Children and dogs are both welcome! We provide kids' dinnerware, books and toys, highchair, and a pac-n-play. Dog water/food bowls are also provided.
There are two guest bedrooms--each with a queen-size bed and spacious closets--a full bathroom, a well-appointed kitchen for preparing meals, a cozy living room, a separate office with workspace, and convenient laundry facilities. In the unlikely event that you tire of the captivating scene out the window, we supply plenty of games, books, puzzles, and WIFI. Stylish décor compliments the vintage hardwood floors and historic feel of this fully-renovated home.
Historic Fountain City is located on the Great River Road National Scenic Byway, just 10 minutes from downtown Winona, near galleries, shops, wineries, breweries, museums, and endless outdoor recreation and scenic beauty.
Convenient street parking is right outside the door.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Fountain City
Located in Fountain City, this holiday home is on a river. Mississippi River and Merrick State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Winona Arts Center and Polish Cultural Institute & Museum Annex. Travelling with kids? Consider Valencia Arts Center, or check out an event or a game at Altra Federal Credit Union Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Fountain City, WI
What's nearby
- Rock in the House - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Winona State University - 11 min drive - 13.6 km
- St. Mary's University of Minnesota - 16 min drive - 17.1 km
- Onalaska Omni Center - 43 min drive - 66.6 km
- Villa Bellezza - 48 min drive - 67.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Taco Bell - 15 min drive
- McDonald's - 16 min drive
- Culver's - 16 min drive
- Scooter's Coffee - 16 min drive
- Caribou Coffee - 16 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
9 February 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jeanne D.
3 February 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jeanne D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Laurie K.
20 January 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Laurie K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cynthia D.
8 January 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cynthia D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kirstin B.
16 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kirstin B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
David W.
18 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
David W.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
LISA I.
16 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
LISA I.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mary B.
16 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mary B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Renee K.
6 January 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Renee K.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Emily
27 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Emily
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Carla W.
28 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Carla W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lorilyn J.
22 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Fountain City Retreat!
Lorilyn J.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sharon S.
22 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay by the river
Sharon S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
amy o.
19 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
amy o.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jenny D.
29 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Jenny D.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kenneth C.
9 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
River town relax
Kenneth C.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Matthew P.
15 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and quiet
Matthew P.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
David V.
2 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent VRBO
David V.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
LAURA C.
16 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view of the Mississippi
LAURA C.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bruce S.
5 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing time near Mississippi River
Bruce S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Keith E.
29 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fountain City house
Keith E.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Leah S.
22 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view and so clean
Leah S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Molly C.
6 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls weekend
Molly C.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Samuel N.
26 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view, cute and clean upper duplex.
Samuel N.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Diana S.
4 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Diana S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
About the host
Hosted by Anne Larson
My husband, Mike, and I have been married for 39 years. We have 3 children and 10 grandchildren. We live on a hobby farm near Winona, MN. When we're not trying to keep up with the farm or the grandkids, we love exploring both sides of the Upper Mississippi River. We've stayed at many vacation homes in the region and been hosts for over 10 years. We try to make our rentals just the kind of place we love to stay at. We hope you will feel the same!
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