Brigham Farmhouse- Driftless Wisconsin Gem

4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Washer

Dryer

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Enjoy the area

Blue Mounds, WI

Cave of The Mounds National Natural Landmark8 min walk
Blue Mound State Park5 min drive
Tyrol Basin Ski & Snowboard Area7 min drive
Madison, WI (MSN-Dane County Regional)44 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Enjoy your stay at an historic farmhouse located in the Driftless Region of Wisconsin. This unique property boasts the claim to be the "oldest farm in Dane County" and is located between the Cave of the Mounds and Brigham Park, in Blue Mounds. Hiking, biking, birdwatching and lots of exploring are some of the past times we enjoy here. You'll love this peaceful retreat whether you are an extended family, long time group of friends or just looking for a quiet getaway.

The Farmhouse sits on 25+ acres and is quite private. The original Brigham Farm included Brigham Park and Cave of the Mounds, both of which are adjacent to this property and are easily accessed. In fact, you will receive FREE tickets to visit the Cave when you book with us!

An extension of the Military Ridge Bike Trail runs along this property, so it's great for bike rides and evening walks! Additionally, we have a diverse population of song birds, so you will love hanging out on the big front porch or hiking nearby to spot and listen to their music! Be sure to bring your binoculars!

Blue Mounds State Park is less than a 3 min drive and Mount Horeb is a 7 min drive with shops, food and more outside fun! The west side of Madison is only a 20 minute drive, great for day trips or just dining. In the surrounding area we have so many destinations to explore... Mineral Point's art galleries, New Glarus' historic village and brewery, Spring Green's riverfront and American Players Theater. There are wonderful wineries, golfing and shopping locally as well!

You will have access to the entire house and grounds, and you will receive FREE passes to Cave of the Mounds for each guest staying at the property! The Garage is off limits, but there is ample outside parking for multiple vehicles.

Other things to note
This property is uniquely set up for wheelchair accessibility and can accommodate folks that don't want to deal with stairs. We have a King Bedroom Suite on the 1st floor with a full, accessible bath and screened porch right off the kitchen. There is a large living/ dining great room, study and very big front porch all accessible on the 1st floor. The sidewalk leading around the house to the patio with fire table and grill is also easily accessible.

Property manager

Sarah Best

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Barbecue grill

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Blue Mounds

This holiday home is located in Blue Mounds. West Towne Mall and Hilldale Shopping Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cross Plains State Park and Cave of The Mounds National Natural Landmark. Verona Ice Arena and Spring Green General Store are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Blue Mounds, WI

What's nearby

Cave of The Mounds National Natural Landmark - 8 min walk
Blue Mound State Park - 5 min drive
Tyrol Basin Ski & Snowboard Area - 7 min drive
Mt. Horeb Area Museum - 8 min drive
University of Wisconsin-Madison - 33 min drive

Getting around

Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

Culver's - 11 min drive
Casey's General Store - 4 min drive
Grumpy Troll Pub & Brewery - 8 min drive
McDonald's - 10 min drive
Skal Public House - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Brigham Farmhouse- Driftless Wisconsin Gem pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Brigham Farmhouse- Driftless Wisconsin Gem?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Brigham Farmhouse- Driftless Wisconsin Gem?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Brigham Farmhouse- Driftless Wisconsin Gem located?

Situated in Blue Mounds, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Cave of The Mounds National Natural Landmark and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Blue Mound State Park. Tyrol Basin Ski & Snowboard Area and Mt. Horeb Area Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Virginia F.

18 April 2024

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

Step back in time yet modern comforts!

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the farmhouse. We felt as though we were able to step back in time and enjoy the architecture and design of yesteryear. However, all the modern amenities were greatly appreciated! The communication with Sarah was excellent. She provided us with maps, tickets to the amazing cave, and helpful information. I picked her brain about the house and the history she shared was very interesting. We would love to come back in the summer months when everything is in full bloom!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill C.

5 January 2024

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

Beautiful place and stay

Our family spent a beautiful Christmas at the Brigham farmhouse. The kitchen was well equipped for cooking holiday meals, and the library, huge TV, and pingpong table kept us all entertained. The first-floor suite was perfect for the nonagenarian, who is spry but not fond of stairs. The Cave of the Mounds is a short walk down the hill and not to be missed. Many thanks to Sarah for the assistance and the holiday decorations, which made the house look even more special.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathan E.

11 December 2023

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

Great family getaway

Wonderful property. Loved the connection to local history, the historic character, beautiful rooms, fun game attic, spectacular views and proximity to the cave and the trails. The free tickets to Cave of the Mounds were a great bonus. We will look for a chance to come back.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Myranda S.

22 October 2023

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

Character and Charm

We had a wonderful stay at the Brigham Farmhouse! The place overflows with character and is so charming. It was a wonderful place to spend time with family. I would highly recommend it to anyone. The fall colors were vibrant and the view was expansive.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sarah Best

I have been a full time apparel designer for 20+ years and have loved using my creative side to rehab and furnish this property to make it available to guests!

Why they chose this property

This home is owned as part of a larger property managed by the Brigham descendants that operate of the Cave of the Mounds. It has special historic significance to this area and I am thrilled to be able to represent this home and share it with you.

What makes this property unique

This home is tucked away on a beautiful parcel of land that feels very private, yet is so close to many nearby small towns and only 20 minutes to west Madison. You will enjoy incredible views of the surrounding area, especially from the spectacular front porch. The Home was built in 1903 by Claude and Stark, prolific Wisconsin architects of the time. The house features extra large original windows letting light flow through the rooms and many other special feature throughout the house. Once here you will know why this home is so special.

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