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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
9 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 28557.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Benton, WI
  • Place, Badger Mine and Museum
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Gile Cheese Store
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Galena Golf Club
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

9 bedrooms (sleeps 28)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Downstairs Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Sitting room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Upstairs Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Lower Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upper Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Stay in the villa where the story's etched in stone

Book our villa. Invite your village.

Want more home in your next holiday, family gathering, work retreat or group vacay? We transformed a centuries old stone farmhouse into a spacious villa designed with togetherness in mind. Work remotely. Enjoy the gaming area. Find peace in the private, rural setting. Gather around the glow of the gorgeous indoor/outdoor hearth at the heart of it all. Our little slice of heaven is just off the beaten path (right up the road from the atv trail).

The villa offers enough beds for twelve people and three additional pullout sofa beds. There are also two additional sofas, two loveseats, four recliners and air mattresses can be made available for larger groups.

Falling in love with this amazing place? We totally understand.
Ask about our special wedding packages which include exclusive rental pricing for the villa, cabin, barn and our sprawling acreage.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
We have a barn that can also be booked for events
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Shoes on in house
Smoking and vaping only allowed outdoors

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99
Note from host: We have a barn that can also be booked for events
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Benton

Located in Benton, this villa is in a rural area and on a river. Badger Mine and Museum and Old Market House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Horseshoe Mound and Apple River. Roelli Cheese Haus and Linmar Gardens are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.
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Benton, WI

What's nearby

  • Badger Mine and Museum - 12 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Gile Cheese Store - 15 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Galena Golf Club - 25 min drive - 29.1 km
  • Belvedere Mansion - 30 min drive - 34.7 km
  • Grant Park - 30 min drive - 34.7 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪lawrence's pub n eatry - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪New Diggings General Store - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Burg - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Second Chance - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Water Street Pub & Eatery - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stay in the villa where the story's etched in stone pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Stay in the villa where the story's etched in stone ?

As of 2 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stay in the villa where the story's etched in stone on 29 June 2026 start from NZ$1,504, 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 Stay in the villa where the story's etched in stone ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stay in the villa where the story's etched in stone ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stay in the villa where the story's etched in stone ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stay in the villa where the story's etched in stone located?

Situated on a river, this villa is within 12 miles (20 km) of Gile Cheese Store, Badger Mine and Museum and Apple River. Roelli Cheese Haus and Sinsinawa Mother House are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virginia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, relaxing home. We had family Thanksgiving there and couldn’t have been happier with everything, amazing place.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Savannah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Owners were very helpful and communicative! Thanks for an amazing stay- we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John E.

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

Family Weekend (Children and Spouses)

Fits our family perfectly. Plenty of room; quaint setting; comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JON F.

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

Amazing farmhouse

This is a beautiful property tucked away in a quiet area. A beautifully maintained and furnished house with lots of room to spread out. 10/10 would visit again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori G.

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

Great country Christmas

House looked beautiful, we had our family Christmas there, everything was perfect.. had a great time in a beautiful country home setting. Tony and Joanna were great to work with.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael O.

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

Christmas in October

Property managers are great, very accommodating and helpful. Loved the autumn colors and secluded property with plenty of room to enjoy both inside and outside for my extended family of three generations. Highly recommend for extended family or business events.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul T.

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

Beautiful, spacious, property with great views and animal entertainment.

My buddies and I hold a “Guys” weekend trip every summer, and this property was perfect for our group. The property fits the area quite well, open, lots of rolling hills and lush. The gorgeous interior of the house itself is huge and can accommodate a ton of people. Amenities abound, kitchen, baths, bedrooms, and living areas are all modern w tvs in most rooms. Hosts were great,We had some electrical issues, and were fixed the next morning. There is a water fowl pond with many ducks and geese,but no smell, it was good entertainment. Chicken coop on the property too. Also 3 guardian livestock dogs. It was intimidating at first, and not dictated in the website, however they were very sweet and gentle. Wrap around porch is where we hung out the most, which was great. We had a great time and we all were very impressed!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin C.

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

Mancation24

A group of us meet up a few days each year to relax and unwind from the hustle and bustle of life. We've been doing this since 2000! This year we chose Jolene and Tony's villa because it had enough bedrooms and is tucked away off the beaten path. Upon arrival, Jolene gave us a quick tour, which was helpful. When you walk into the home you immediately notice all of the repurposed barn wood. There is nothing old about the home though. It's got all the modern amenities you'd expect like zoned AC, a full kitchen, gas grill, fire pit, wraparound porch, Wi-Fi and 3 bathrooms. I don't remember reading about a working farm but there is a chicken coup, ducks and dogs on the property. There is also a cabin that can be rented separately so other people may be on property too. While it is private, we did have several cars come down the driveway and then turn around. Overall, we had zero problems. If you're looking for an alternative to staying in Galena, consider the Villa. Check in and Check out was a breeze and we appreciated Jolene and Tony for respecting our privacy. Thanks for sharing your beautiful home with us, even if it was just a few short days.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leon D.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Jolene Lewis

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