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The Villa view from the highest peak on the farm!
Front and Side View of the Villa At Waterfall Vineyards
Main floor Kitchen and living room area
Living room and open concept kitchen area
Living Room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8116.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Coon Valley, WI
  • Shrine of our Lady of Guadalupe
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • La Crosse Center
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • La Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 (extra charge)

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Murphy Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Your Home Away From Home

Rental house in a quiet country setting-1.5 miles from Coon Valley, WI. 2 Bedrooms with queen beds, loft with tv area and queen murphy bed, Fully furnished kitchen, 2 full baths, linens provided, AC, Cable, Wireless, Washer/Dryer, Gas Grill on deck, Towels/Washcloths provided, Vacuum cleaner, magazines, books, games, flat screen television, three porches for relaxing, private backyard/fire pit, hiking trails available on property.

A very quiet, relaxing setting. Close to world class trout fishing streams, bicycling trails, road cycling, snowmobiling, and cross country ski trails.

New for 2015* I have remodeled an additional bedroom Suite on the basement level of the Villa. This has a Queen bed, bathroom/shower, couch, kitchenette area with refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker. T.V., wireless, and private patio area. This rents for an additional $100.00 per night. Pricing listed here does not include this suite. This suite is only rented to the regular Villa occupants for more space.

Property manager

Pete Holte
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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 and birthday parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Dogs are allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Coon Valley

Coon Valley is home to this cottage. Branches Winery and Snowflake Ski & Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Dregne's Scandinavian Gifts and Children's Museum of La Crosse. Travelling with kids? Consider Oktoberfest Grounds and Gaylord Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Coon Valley, WI

What's nearby

  • Norskedalen Nature and Heritage Center - 9 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Shrine of our Lady of Guadalupe - 17 min drive - 19.0 km
  • University of Wisconsin-La Crosse - 25 min drive - 28.1 km
  • Viterbo University - 26 min drive - 29.7 km
  • La Crosse Center - 27 min drive - 28.6 km

Getting around

  • La Crosse Station - 30 min drive
  • La Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Leo & Leona's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Stockyard Grill & Saloon - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Tippy Toe Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Legacy Grill & Pub - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Fjord Bar - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Your Home Away From Home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Your Home Away From Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Your Home Away From Home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Your Home Away From Home located?

Located in Coon Valley, this family-friendly cottage is 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from Norskedalen Nature and Heritage Center, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Dregne's Scandinavian Gifts and Snowflake Ski & Golf Club. Shrine of our Lady of Guadalupe and Branches Winery are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 137 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 137 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 137 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 137 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 137 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Kao V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Steve L.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carey W.

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

January stay

Clean home with very comfortable beds. Very quiet surroundings and the host had plenty of kitchenware. Would of been best if the coffee maker worked, better water pressure and cookie sheet for baking bacon in the morning. Otherwise we loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful home set in hilly and wooded surroundings with a stream just outside the house. We discovered two waterfalls, but our outdoor activities were limited due to the time of year. Would love to go back in spring to enjoy the foliage and outdoor activities. The house was well stocked not only with necessities, but lots of unexpected extras. Thank you, Pete, for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jehan B.

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

Family weekend

Beautiful location and private area. Loved the little stream on the property!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shara R.

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

Great scenic getaway

This a well maintain home to stay in. The grounds are beautiful that includes a nice fire pit. There are many areas to hike or just sit back on the great porch and watch the deer come in at dusk. The deer came within 15 yards of the porch while we sat watching them. We had a nice picnic by the small waterfall that is near the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Katie H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just Ok

We have stayed at several VRBOs and AirB&B type places. We wanted to really like this place, and overall location, cleanliness, space, and communication were all fine. While recognizing this location is more in the country it was a little more run down- walls were scratched up, water pressure low, and the biggest concern was the number of flies and beetles infested in the house, primarily all over the windows in one of the bedrooms (to where we closed off the room and ended up not using it) and common areas. There were several wasps on the patio by a nest and several rodent traps along the house outside, which we had to watch given we had a dog with us. The place could be lovely, but the sealing of the windows need to probably be addressed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

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

Out of town wedding guest.

Will come back if ever needing a place in the LaCrosse area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey W.

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

Wedding

My daughter got married at Norskedalen Nature and Heritage Center. We needed a place to stay close to the venue. The Villa was very impressive, relaxing and homey. The kitchen was nice and the bed on the main floor was extremely comfortable. We hosted the rehearsal dinner so needed a big place.with large kitchen. We did not use the microwave since previous review mentioned the smell. Our only negative which is small, check out instructions said to put all garbage in can on porch which was too small to hold all of our trash. Would definitely stay again if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dannish H.

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

Nice place

Had a great time here. Very scenic
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

William T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn S.

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

Relaxing

Enjoyed the beautiful property. Great location for fishing and hiking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

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

Great setting

The house was clean, comfortable and quiet. The Villa sits on a very quiet dead-end road in a valley surrounded by bluffs with streams running down two sides of it. We enjoyed grilling on the porch after long days exploring all that the area has to offer. Despite being so quiet, it’s close to town for supplies. We had an excellent time and the Villa was a big part of that.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kilee G.

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

Family State Track

Beautiful house perfect for a family to enjoy and relax! The surrounding area is gorgeous.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Vanessa H.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Awful smell and lack of communication

Initially everything with the place was good. We got in, we were actually able to use the lower unit last minute, and the place was pretty nice. However, the first night we got there, we used the microwave/fan above it and an awful smell came from it. A friend that was there said it was mouse pee that was likely up in the vent. The smell filled the house. The smell was TERRIBLE. We contacted the property manager and heard nothing for the remaining two days of our stay. We were able to use cleaning supplies and air it out over night which made the smell go away, but not hearing from anyone is what ticked us off and having to deal with it overnight (and in the first place) was a turn off instantly to the place. Also, the upstairs bathroom toilet would squeak every time it’s flushed and randomly throughout the stay even if no one used it. It wouldn’t stop until we lifted the back lid and shook the inside parts of it. So those are my three biggest complaints. No communication from the property manager, an awful smell after using the microwave, and the toilet issue. Otherwise the house was clean, check in was easy, and the location was great. There was a set of 3 frisbee cages across the way which was neat. But those three things is why I will not be coming here again, all of which could’ve been fixed with some communication from someone.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

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

Perfect for visiting family

Great space, great area, and so thankful this was pet friendly. The park down the road had a walking path that was perfect for our dogs to get out and exercise. Definitely hoping we will be welcomed back!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy K.

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

Great property!

This villa was perfect for our family of five while we were in the area for Christmas. The property was very clean, and the views of the surrounding bluffs were beautiful. The only minor issue was the toilets made a high pitched sound after flushing, but this was not a huge issue for us. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi V.

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

Super Holiday Stay near Family

Close to family in Wisconsin for the holidays, cozy stay for all including our dog. Great living area to hang out, clean, friendly & responsive host, comfy beds. Will book here for holidays whenever family here hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

BJ N.

Disliked: Check-in, communication

Poor communication with owner

Check in process was sorta strange. Property was open and keys were supposed to be on the table but we had to look for them. There were lots of air fresheners all over and we had to unplug them immediately; too strong. Some dog hair on carpet and on furniture. We had asked to reserve the extra room, got an email that it was not available but was charged anyway. After many attempts to contact the Owner we contacted VRBO who contacted owner and then we were refunded the charge for the extra room.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet B.

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

Family fun

Love the villa. It was perfect for the bunch of us from Illinois. We planned the stay for a Family Reunion in LaCrosse. Once we arrived it was a perfect place for our reunion and Pete( property owner) agree to let us have it there instead! We had a great time with the family and are planning to do it next year too.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

April C.

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

Get away

Nice weekend get away. Clean with good amenities. We’d stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luke M.

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

4th of July Getaway

Overall, we really enjoyed our stay. Sitting on the front porch and looking at the trees and hills was a wonderful reprieve from life in the city. Communication with the host was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerry S., Omaha NE

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

Beautiful property

We had a great stay. Clean, well outfitted, the microwave has been replaced. The pitbull (mentioned in recent reviews) did wander over, but he is elderly and friendly, not at all threatening. The bedding and towels were good quality, and smelled like fresh laundry! Was nice to put the teens upstairs and get some distance from them since we're awake a lot earlier. It was odd that the downstairs apartment is offered for rent in the description, seemed there was a young adult couple living in the downstairs apartment, however they left the afternoon we arrived and returned Sunday morning before we checked out so we had the villa to ourselves most of our stay. Loved sitting on the front porch listening to the small stream in the side yard. We hiked the trails, and found the one leading to the top of the bluff, trailhead is on the highway if you turn right/uphill out of the property's lane.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven K.

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

Great Rural House Close to La Crosse

We stayed at the Villa for the weekend of our daughter's graduation from UW-L. We were able to bring our two small dogs along, which was a huge plus. This property is nicely appointed and clean. Very comfortable. Kitchen is spacious and the grill right up on the porch made our cookout easy, even though the weather was uncooperative. Only concerns - the neighbors have curious pit bulls who seem to have the run of the area. One we mentioned it, the neighbors did seem to keep them away from our property. The second is that the furnace would not produce heat. We did have a cool night where it would have been nice, but it was not a deal breaker. All in all, a great stay in a nice, quiet, secluded property. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy

Microwave did not work. owner son was doing laundry for 45 minutes after we arrived..

Owners, son, and live in girlfriend, live in small apartment below the rent the big rental unit noisy will not go back there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Pete Holte

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I am the second generation owner of my family farm originally purchased in 1947. Through the years it has evolved to a hobby farm with large lawn area, hiking trails through the woods and a small vineyard. The Villa was built after the flood in 2007 to provide office space safely away from floodwaters and to provide a vacation space for those who like to escape to the countryside and enjoy nature or simply to relax and enjoy time with friends and family.

Why they chose this property

I have always enjoyed this property because of its fairly unique setting that includes 2 valleys with lots of hillsides and trees for wildlife habitat and trails throughout for a variety of hiking opportunities. The farm also has numerous springs and streams that provide a place for natural trout reproduction and a relaxing waterfall sound. I guess I have always wanted to share this with other people so that they can enjoy what I live with and with their feedback always enjoy it myself and never take it for granted.

What makes this property unique

The setting here is very appealing! The property is surrounded on several sides by running water. Several Waterfalls are on the property and the immediate scenery is incredible throughout the four seasons of the year.

Languages:

English

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