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Charming Historic Getaway: Unwind in Lancaster's Timeless Elegance

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A two-story brick house with a porch and a flag.
A patio with wicker furniture and a patterned floor.
A spacious dining area with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, and a chandelier.
A spacious living room with a large sectional sofa, a fireplace, and a television.
A living room with a sofa, coffee table, wooden floor, patterned rug, chandelier, and a mirror on the wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Lancaster, WI
  • Place, Grant River
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, National Brewery Museum
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Wisconsin-Platteville
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1 - Master Suite

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Charming Historic Getaway: Unwind in Lancaster's Timeless Elegance

Experience the elegance of history at the LJ Arthur House in Lancaster, WI. This enchanting vacation rental features six bedrooms and three bathrooms, seamlessly blending timeless charm with modern comforts.

Built in 1880, the property boasts spacious rooms, tall ceilings, and exquisite architectural details. You can relax on the outdoor patio or enjoy the serene atmosphere indoors. The house accommodates up to 11 guests, making it perfect for family gatherings or group retreats. Please note that this rental is not pet-friendly.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Fees and owner approval required for large events.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3613301vb
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
Note from host: Fees and owner approval required for large 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

About the area

Lancaster

Lancaster is home to this holiday home. Mining Museum and Rollo Jamison Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cassville Bluffs State Natural Area and Grant River.
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Lancaster, WI

What's nearby

  • Grant River - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Fennimore Railroad Historical Society Museum - 15 min drive - 23.2 km
  • National Brewery Museum - 19 min drive - 29.4 km
  • Whispering Bluffs Winery - 19 min drive - 29.4 km
  • University of Wisconsin-Platteville - 19 min drive - 30.4 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Happy Joes Pizza And Ice Cream - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Doolittle's Pub & Eatery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Zippy's Brass Rail - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Historic Getaway: Unwind in Lancaster's Timeless Elegance pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming Historic Getaway: Unwind in Lancaster's Timeless Elegance?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Historic Getaway: Unwind in Lancaster's Timeless Elegance?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Historic Getaway: Unwind in Lancaster's Timeless Elegance?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Charming Historic Getaway: Unwind in Lancaster's Timeless Elegance located?

Situated in Lancaster, this holiday home is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Grant River and within 16 miles (25 km) of National Brewery Museum and Whispering Bluffs Winery. Mining Museum and Rollo Jamison Museum are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was beautiful, immacutely clean, fully equipped and was more than enough for our family. The hosts were so nice and communication was very easy. We would definitely stay here again and will recommend the hosts and home.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was stunning! Really great location to the Lancaster square and other businesses as well! The house was remarkably large able to accommodate multiple people!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 April 2026
Thank you, Kim! We hope you will visit again someday. It was a pleasure having you stay at the house.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melanie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Carol and Mark are such great hosts and this was such a wonderful place to stay. We were in town for a family reunion and it was so nice to have a place that both my and my aunt's family could stay at. It made it so relaxing and easy to spend our free time together hanging out in the many gathering spaces this home offers and was within walking distance of our events near the square. The house is spotless and beautifully furnished to fit the feel of the history of this house, which just added to the weekend talking about family history and memories. We will stay again for the next reunion!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lee M.

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

Great stay

Thank you for the wonderful stay. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 November 2023
Thank you, Lee! We look forward to seeing you again soon! Have a great holiday season.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place in a lovely town. The house was so unique and interesting and made for a fun weekend away. P
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

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

Great spot

Beautiful place in a convenient location. Helpful, responsive host. Hope to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2024
We would love to have you stay again! Thank you for visiting Lancaster.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

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

Super spot

The property is conveniently located, has plenty of space and amenities, and was a great fit for our group. A lovely house with plenty of space to accommodate everyone's needs.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shelley A.

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

The Perfect Home away from Home

This property was amazing. The house was so homey and roomy. It was decorated so cute, and had plenty of space for everyone. It has an amazing seating area outside with a water fountain. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

April J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean house, lots of comfortable seating, plenty of tables and chairs for dining space or we used for meeting space for work colleagues. This house is in a great location, close to the Square and shops and good dining options. Carol, the host responded to messages very quickly before and during our stay And was excellent to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 October 2025
Thank you, April! We hope you will return for another stay in the future. We loved having you visit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

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

Very nice!

Easy check in, the house was well equipped, plenty of room, and very clean and quiet. Would definitely stay again. Perfect house for a large family or friend gathering.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is such a beautiful house! The pictures don't do it justice. Very roomy with beautiful outdoor areas! We met the owner shortly after arriving and he told us some of the history of the house. All the furniture and beds were very comfortable. Overall, we had a wonderful stay! We will definitely be coming back for future stays!
Front door
Master bedroom
Backyard - View from Master Bedroom
Staircase chandelier
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chaka A.

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

Our 1st Family Trip

The house was big & so beautiful. It was clean, had everything we needed that we didn't bring. The hosts were so nice. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sara N.

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

Girl’s getaway

Six moms needed time away from family and this was the perfect spot. So quiet. Lots of space for relaxing and reading . Walking distance to anything we needed. Will come again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2025
Thank you, Sara! We loved having you stay, and we hope you'll come back next time you need a mom's getaway.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

VICKI W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We used this property to basically just sleep for our daughter's wedding that was in Lancaster. The house is massive in size and was very clean, with lots of character. I believe the house is on the State Historical registry and I can only imagine the entertaining times that a family living here would have had back in the day. The house is within walking distance to downtown businesses. The host was very good with communication, checking in with me to make sure that we did not have any questions or concerns upon our arrival.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nine old friends got together in this wonderful house. Can't say enough great things about it. The photos don't do it justice. Large, beautifully decorated rooms. Very comfortable beds. Big fluffy towels. Plenty of space to sit in groups and talk. While the rooms are decorated in period furniture, the kitchen is totally modern. We prepared all but one of our meals there. Owners very friendly. We loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

KevinStx

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Massive house. Perfect for a large group that doesn’t mind sharing bathrooms
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenny K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our group of five women enjoyed this lovely house and our stay in Lancaster. The house was large, with beautiful furniture and comfy beds. The owners were quick to answer any questions we had, and the whole town was filled with friendly people. We rode our scooters (mopeds) on a few different back country routes in the area. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ruth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very responsive and accommodating. House was clean and felt like home. Unique property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

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