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

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A wooden staircase with a rustic design, leading to a lower level.
A rustic wooden room with a bed, a wooden chest, a sofa, and a ceiling fan.
A wooden deck with a view of a forest.
A kitchen with a large island, wooden cabinets, and pendant lighting.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, wooden flooring, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.

Popular amenities

  • Massages in spa
  • Patio
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Benton, WI
  • Place, Badger Mine and Museum
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Gile Cheese Store
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Galena Golf Club
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

9 bedrooms (sleeps 24)

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

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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 snowmobiling and ice skating.
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Benton, WI

What's nearby

  • Badger Mine and Museum - 11 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Gile Cheese Store - 14 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Galena Golf Club - 24 min drive - 28.7 km
  • Q Casino - 27 min drive - 38.7 km
  • Belvedere Mansion - 28 min drive - 34.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪New Diggings General Store - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪lawrence's pub n eatry - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Second Chance - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Burg - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Wheel Inn - ‬11 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 30 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stay in the villa where the story's etched in stone on 4 November 2026 start from NZ$4,613, 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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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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
Response from VrboOwner on 2 December 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review of our dream come true and we enjoyed having all of you so much!! it was quite the winter wonderland and appreciate your patience in our navigating through it!!! Till next time!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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
Response from VrboOwner on 17 December 2023
Thank you for the kind comments and support of this dream come true! Looking forward to hosting all of you again, and may your Christmas be merry and bright with your loved ones!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

8/10 Good

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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