Wow! Just like Grandma's...Only Better.

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Entire home

The Living room...very flexible in furniture arrangement

the "Parlor"..game room...you know..good old fashioned board games and puzzles!

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

9.6

Exceptional

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Outdoor space

Free WiFi

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

New Holstein, WI

Chilton Speedway12 min drive
Farmers Market16 min drive
Road America22 min drive
Sheboygan, WI (SBM-Sheboygan County Memorial)33 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Brown Room 2nd floor

1 Queen Bed

For the Snorer First floor

1 Single Bed

The Twins 2nd floor

2 Single Beds

Violet Room 2nd floor

1 Queen Bed

Yellow Room 2nd floor

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 -1st floor

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

Bathroom 2 - 2nd floor

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

This property is NOT lakefront. We are conveniently located between Lakes Michigan and Winnebago. I apologize for any misconception.

This 100 year old 1800 SF home is yours to enjoy. Whether coming for a Packer game (Lambeau Field), visiting a WW II submarine (Maritime Museum, Manitowoc), golfing at one of the 25 golf courses in the area, a history buff (Old Wade House), or a car racing fan (Road America), there is plenty to do in "Small Town, USA".

OR just relax, cook your own meals in the well appointed kitchen, enjoy a bonfire outside, or the wood stove inside. There are plenty of board games, puzzles, and cards also! Perhaps the deep claw foot tub beckons you for a de-stressing soak!? The Epsom salts, baking soda, and essential lavender oil is all provided.

All sheets, towels, and linens are provided. There is service (dishes, silverware, glassware) for 10+; a number of pots and pans; pizza stone; cookie sheets; sharp knives, utensils; cutting boards....but no TV !

Every rental party receives their own access code, so there is plenty of privacy. But we are only a phone call away!

Come and play, relax, rejuvenate.

Property manager

Mary Growe

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Fireplace

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

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

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

35 daytime limit. Overnight #must clear w/ Mary.

Pets

No pets allowed

Excellent boarding nearby for your fur baby.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Have fun.

Be respectful of property and neighbors

Sleep BETWEEN the sheets!😉

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: 35

Note from host: 35 daytime limit. Overnight #must clear w/ Mary.

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has not indicated whether 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

New Holstein

Located in New Holstein, this holiday home is on a lake. Wade House Historic Site and Pinecrest Historical Village are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Hickory Hills Country Club and Whistling Straits Golf Course. Travelling with kids? Consider Sheboygan County Fairgrounds, or check out an event or a game at Road America.

New Holstein, WI

What's nearby

Chilton Speedway - 12 min drive
Farmers Market - 16 min drive
Lake Winnebago - 22 min drive
Road America - 22 min drive
EAA Aviation Museum - 64 min drive

Getting around

Fond du Lac, WI (FLD-Fond du Lac County) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
‪Fork & Dagger Ale Haus - ‬7 min drive
‪Cafe on Calumet - ‬5 min drive
‪Stone Dagger Pizzeria - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wow! Just like Grandma's...Only Better. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Wow! Just like Grandma's...Only Better.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wow! Just like Grandma's...Only Better.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Wow! Just like Grandma's...Only Better. located?

Located on a lake, this family-friendly holiday home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Chilton Speedway, Farmers Market and Wilke Lake. Kettle Moraine State Forest and Hickory Hills Country Club are also within 12 miles (20 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Paige K.

12 June 2024

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

great youth trip locations

Had a great time on our youth trip. Lot's of hiking all around and a great set up. There isn't a TV/DVD which would have been good to know in advance but is FAR from being a deal breaker. Would stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marjory R.

4 June 2024

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

Charming house

We were a big group and we had a great stay.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonita F.

2 June 2024

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

Very Nice

Mary was a wonderful host. The home was very clean. The little touches such as Epson salt for the tub, night lights, and toothbrush holders were very helpful. It was in a quiet neighborhood and in a good location.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

steve k., Plainfield, IL

6 Sept 2023

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

Road America Weekend

Great place only 20 minutes from Road America/Elkhart Lake. Good Wi-Fi. Very clean.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joel W.

7 Aug 2023

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

Road America lodging

Nice place to sleep in a quiet neighborhood - quick 15 min ride north from Elkhart Lake. House is clean and owner communicates well.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff G.

4 Aug 2023

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

Perfect stay

The house was in a great location with plenty of space for us all. The host was gracious and helpful and had extra little amenities to make the stay so nice. Would recommend to anyone.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie E.

11 Dec 2022

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

Small home town older home- Warm, clean and cozy

Owners were welcoming, friendly and accommodating. Feel like we made new friends. Home was older, yes, but loved and cared for.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

15 Aug 2022

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

Family Getaway

This beautiful old house was wonderful for our family. It had plenty of space for all of us to have our own rooms and the living areas were comfortable. There are a lot of books, games and music provided if it rains (which it did). Mary responded quickly when we had questions; many great ideas on things to do in the area. Overall, this was a great place to stay and I would highly recommend it to anyone!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Phil T.

4 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great property and an enjoyable vacation

We loved the location of Just Like Grandma’s in the quiet little town of New Holstein between Lake Winnebago and Lake Michigan. This gave us access to beautiful country drives as our family came together from three different mid-west states. With the Toasty Oven Bake Shoppe and the LaClare Family Creamery only minutes away, our family enjoyed a variety of fresh Amish baked goods and delicious goat cheese. This wonderful two-story house is listed as being over 100 years old and the beautiful craftsmanship inside proves it. Just like staying at your grandma’s house, the floor would always let you know where everyone was hiding, but it also gave us plenty of room to stretch out and relax. There were definitely enough beds to sleep 9, but in this style of old house, there are vents in the bottom of the walls that would allow air to flow throughout the house. Unfortunately, if you have an uncle who is a chainsaw champion in his sleep, you get to share in his excitement when he wins the competition several times a night. Oh, the memories we made on this trip. There are two separate bathrooms, one upstairs and one downstairs. The antique deep claw foot tub upstairs would be great for giving young kids baths, but no one in our family was under 20 so we all shared the beautifully remodeled shower downstairs. Like with any old house, the bathroom doors didn’t always close, but the owner had door stops inside the bathrooms to keep from having to slam any doors. With only a few towels in each bathroom, we were given directions to the local laundry mat since we had the house for a full week. When we first arrived we reviewed the detailed list of do’s and dont’s on the refegerator that included the off-limits areas where the washer and dryer were located. This list was reiterated on the numerous visits we received from both the homeowners while we were there. I am not sure if was the multiple motorcycles we arrived on or if it was our unique family interaction, but visits from the home owner on 3 separate days seemed excessive. There was a beautiful china cabinet in the dining room full of dishes, but like at grandma’s house, we were all afraid to use them. Instead, we decided to purchase paper plates since recycling and environmental protection were high on the do’s list and mentioned several times in our visits from Mrs. Mary. The paper plates made it easier for clean up since the dishwasher was not fully functional. Like most families, we took turns doing t

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dennis J., Eau Claire, WI USA

12 July 2022

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

A quaint house in a quaint town!

The house fit our needs perfectly. The four of us enjoyed the spacious main floor and each bedroom was more than adequate. The kitchen and dining room is fully furnished, just add food and go! We only had time to use the fire pit one night but it sure is a great feature. The hostess even supplies the wood. The home has many board games for relaxing. Each bathroom is fully stocked, so if you forget anything, you're all set. Thank you so much for the dessert you made for our arrival; what a thoughtful gesture. Would we stay again? YES!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hannah S.

23 June 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

A cheap place to stay

We came to town for a wedding at Millhome Supper Club that we were in and honestly were not at the house much other than to sleep. It served its purpose for us and we did not have to drive as far or spend as much as we would have at a hotel.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

cynthia a.

21 Feb 2022

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

Family time

This lovely hundred-year-old house was a beautiful Retreat for our family to spend time together, playing games, sitting by the wood burning stove and cooking meals! We really enjoyed our time there!

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Pamela R.

12 Oct 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

New Holstein

This property is no longer on VRBO, so I choose not to give a review here.

Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

June P.

25 Sept 2019

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

Great house

We had a great time at the house. The owner was very welcoming. It was a perfect house for hosting our family reunion.

8/10 Good

Thomas M.

16 Sept 2019

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

Comfortable Stay

Property was clean and well appointed. Owner was available for any questions we had.

10/10 Excellent

Noreen H.

11 Sept 2019

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

Golf Group Getaway

The property was was described and more. We enjoyed the large table where we could all get together. Also enjoyed getting to meet the owner.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

phyllis s.

29 July 2019

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

Just like Grandmas

This property is as stated a very old home. Linens are dried on a clothes line so towels are not dryer soft. The home is well cared for inside and the beds were comfortable. Overall we had a pleasant stay with 4 adults 2 children even with no tv or internet.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Neal A.

22 July 2019

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

Love this place!

Mary, the owner, couldn't be nicer. The property is very well kept. We've stayed here a few times and always enjoy it.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

David K.

6 June 2019

Great home for a long weekend get-away

Great home. We had 3 families (8 people total) in town for a wedding. We all had space in the home - 2 couples to a room and 2 kids in the downstairs room. There was ample furniture for sitting and talking, a good sized dining table and very responsive and neighborly landlords. We would stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Tracey M.

2 June 2019

Weekend

The home was very clean, and the beds were comfortable. It was so nice to have the kitchen to prepare some meals.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Rodney R.

11 Mar 2019

Comfy older home!

This is a cute cozy home. It's an old style house with beautiful old woodwork and wood floors. It was very comfy for the four of us. Plenty of seating for dining or lounging. I could definitely see a bit larger family staying here as well. It would be just as comfy for just two people. At first I thought the lack of a TV would be a bad thing but it turned out we had a lot of great conversations when we gathered in the mornings and evenings and it brought our family closer together during our stay! The only two cons that I saw was that the stairs are a little steep / slippery which made it a little more difficult for our two older guests. And to no fault of anyone's it happened to be a winter snow / ice storm so it was slippery and difficult to get to the car and to the house. Obviously wouldn't be a problem in good weather. Beds were comfy and claw foot tub was wonderful to soak in! We enjoyed our stay and once we made it through the ice it felt like home. The owner always checked in via text to make sure we were comfortable.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

5 Feb 2019

Always a fun place to stay for a relaxing week with a large family.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B., Sun Prairie, WI

19 Dec 2018

Lovely house in quiet neighborhood.

I love older houses and this one is beautiful. It worked well for a few couples that attended a memorial service of a long time friend. It was in early December and Mary had a fire going in the wood stove when we got there. It was great to sit at the kitchen table and visit with everyone.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Roger R., Alcoa, TN

20 Oct 2018

Was just like grandma when we walked in. Fresh baked apple crisp on the kitchen counter.thanks

We will stay again on future visits back to Green Bay area. Only a short drive to Lambeau Field.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Robert P., Neenah

11 June 2018

Great stay

We really enjoyed the house. There was a ton of space and Mary was very welcoming.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

About the host

Hosted by Mary Growe

I love to travel. My passport boasts Spain, Germany, Mexico, Honduras, Greece, Japan, Czech Republic, England ,and El Salvador. I have traveled 40+ states...I know for sure I haven't been to Hawaii or Alaska.....but probably yours?

I garden :flowers, herbs, fruits, and vegetables. Not a master at any but enjoy the outdoors and the exercise!

I read mostly self-improvement/psychology, but also enjoy an occasional mystery or biography. I just like to know what makes people click...on AND off!

In my personal life...I have been married 46 years and have owned this home for 42 years. My husband and I raised our four children, hosted 3 foreign exchange students, and helped raise several foster boys in this home. I hope you can feel the love and welcome.

Why they chose this property

All I can offer is peace and quiet. Oh, and over 20 golf courses within 30 minutes, 4 observation towers within 40 minutes, 2 LARGE lakes within 20 minutes, numerous small lakes within 10 minutes, hiking and biking trails nearly from the back door as well as an outdoor (seasonal) aquatic center, tennis courts, basketball courts, and playgrounds.

If you are hungry, the well appointed kitchen is available as well as several supper clubs and restaurants in the immediate area.