Vacation rental or event venue on Lake Pepin

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Commercial kitchen includes griddle, 4 burners, double oven, fryers, pots/pans

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6 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 16743.2 sq m

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Dryer
Parking available
Washer
Fireplace
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

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Maiden Rock, WI

Lake Pepin
‪1 min walk‬
Rush River Delta State Natural Area
Frontenac State Park
‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Main level bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Main level bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Studio apartment

3 Queen Beds

Two level - Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon

Two level-Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Two level-Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Separate dining area

About this property

Maiden Rock Retreat is a renovated 1940's creamery, offering a vacation spot with lodging up to 16 or an event venue for up to 80. Complete with a bar, large dining room, commercial kitchen, serving area and lounge areas, this property provides for a unique experience.
Rates on this site are for up to 16 only although Maiden Rock Retreat is perfect for gatherings! Please visit our website for pricing for events/gatherings of all sizes: https://maidenrockretreat.com/

Property manager

Deb and Dan Koonce

Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Event pricing, for guests above 16, is additional.

Pets

No pets allowed

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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 80

Note from host: Event pricing, for guests above 16, is additional.

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Maiden Rock

Located in Maiden Rock, this holiday home is on a river. Mississippi River and Maiden Rock Bluff State Natural Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Pepin Depot Museum and Reads Landing. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Maiden Rock, WI

What's nearby

Lake Pepin - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Maiden Rock Village Hall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Maiden Rock Winery & Cidery - 9 min drive - 7.4 km
Treasure Island Casino - 39 min drive - 43.5 km
Frontenac State Park - 40 min drive - 44.5 km

Getting around

Red Wing Station - 23 min drive

Restaurants

‪Whistle Stop - ‬35 min drive
‪Six String Saloon - ‬1 min walk
‪B Wells Bar - ‬35 min drive
‪Stockholm Pie & General Store - ‬8 min drive
‪The Palate - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Vacation rental or event venue on Lake Pepin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Vacation rental or event venue on Lake Pepin?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vacation rental or event venue on Lake Pepin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Vacation rental or event venue on Lake Pepin located?

This family-friendly Maiden Rock holiday home is located on a river, within a 10-minute walk of Lake Pepin and Mississippi River. Maiden Rock Village Hall is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

8 Dec 2024

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

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne S.

27 Nov 2024

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

Amazing!

I booked this beautiful home and event venue for my daughter’s wedding in October. The spacious rooms and apartments easily accommodated the 12 people staying here. I held the “Friday Night Welcome Reception” for 75 people here prior to the wedding at Hidden Meadow and Varn

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

CAROL M.

7 Oct 2024

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

Family wedding

We were looking for a spacious location so we could all stay together for my nephew’s wedding. We loved the bar area with a pool table and sound system. It was a great weeekend!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Curtis T.

26 Sept 2024

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

Golf Weekend!

The place was great and would recommend!!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly P.

12 Apr 2024

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

Cousin/Aunt Bridal Shower Weekend

We had a great weekend! Very impressed with the furnishings, provided cooking and food service supplies. We found EVERYTHING we need and more to host our weekend! All of our guests raved about the venue and their rooms.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Delaine B.

10 Mar 2024

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

Unique Gem

We had a great stay with friends. The property was unique and well-furnished, and the host was timely and accessible.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karla F.

28 Dec 2023

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

Family Christmas

Our growing family stayed here for Christmas, as our home is just not big enough! The private spaces, the apartments, the large Dining table, fridge space, great room and bar were amazing. Trains were loud, but turned into background noise. The kids Loved watching them out the windows. We hope it works out that we can stay again!! Thank you!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

8 Nov 2023

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

What a find!

Had the most spectacular time at Maiden Rock Retreat celebrating my 50th birthday. The space was immaculately clean with beautiful views of Lake Pepin. We had 15-20 people in and out over the weekend and there was more than enough room for everyone. The suites provided peaceful privacy for anyone needing a break from the main party. Deb was a gracious host who patiently helped us get the kegerator and music flowing. Can’t wait to come back!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob B.

4 Sept 2023

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

Amazing place!

We had a big group staying in Maiden Rock and this place was perfect. It was beautiful, not to mention perfectly clean and well-stocked with everything you might need. Deb was very responsive throughout our entire stay. I would highly recommend it!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay N., Chicago, USA

31 July 2023

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

Maiden Rock / Golf weekend

Maiden Rock Retreat was a perfect spot for our annual college group golf weekend. The bedrooms and bathrooms were spotless and easily accomodated our group of 8. The 2 kitchens were stocked with all of the pots / pans / dishware / glassware needed and can easily accomodate larger groups and events. The spectacular 2 story bar was a great gathering spot and provided wonderful views of the area bluffs and lake! Note that the trains that run outside the building can be loud however we did not have an issue with them. 2 bar / restaurants within walking distance is also nice. Deb is a very responsive host and was able to accomodate our different arrival times. Highly recommended!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hayley S., Kansas City, MO

12 July 2023

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

Unique location with everything you could possibly need

The photos do not do this unique property justice! It is HUGE! We were a group of 15 and there was plenty of room for everyone to spread out. Not that we needed it, because we gathered mostly around the beautiful bar! I've never stayed in any property that was so well stocked. Anything you could think of, it had! It was spotlessly clean and had quirky and cute decor. The poker table and pool table for big hits too! The ice machine was such a luxury! The feedback I received from the group was that all the beds were comfortable. The couches in the living room were very comfortable to sleep on too! As mentioned in the listing, the train tracks are right by the property. You still hear the trains and they go all day and night. They are loud, but they go by pretty quickly. If you're a light sleeper, you will definitely want to bring ear plugs. I wouldn't let that deter you from staying at this great property though! Also, the checkout/cleaning instructions were a breeze! Some places, it seems like they expect you to clean everything before you leave. Not here! It was a breeze! The communication with Deb was great, but we really didn't need to reach out to her during the trip because the place had everything and her little tour when we arrived covered any questions we might have had. We loved, loved, loved this place and would stay here again!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen A.

15 June 2023

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

Cool Lodge

The Maiden Rock Retreat is truly that. We had 9 people and there were separate beds for everyone. The place is huge and there was plenty of room for our socializing. Great accommodations and the property manager was delightful. We took the time to explore the local towns along the river and even though the building is right next to the RR tracks, we made a game of it when the train went by. Thanks MRR!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barb S., Andover, MN

2 Jan 2023

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

Jaw Dropping!

This property was so much fun and they had everything we didn't know we needed! There was an abundance of room for our group of 11. Thank you so much for a great New Year's Celebration! ...and a great New Year's Dinner at Six Strings just a half a block away!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samantha J.

16 Nov 2022

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

Rehearsal Dinner

Highly recommend booking this property. It was perfect for our rehearsal dinner and a wedding party sleepover in the apartments. Deb was super helpful in booking, communication, tour and setting up for us!

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa B.

6 Sept 2022

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

Gorgeous stay

Initially we had rented this for 20ish of us coming in for a wedding at a vineyard. Little by little the majority of them cancelled. We were still excited to stay in the redone Creamery. It did not disappoint. The only thing I would suggest was that perhaps a door could be closed between the owners living quarters to the kitchen and the overlook area to the bar room. Felt a little uncomfortable when I was in my jammies making coffee. Otherwise we all loved it and would stay again even with a little lack of privacy. (they have is a closed door, but an entrance into the kitchen remains open to their apartment- same with the bar area)

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thelmy M.

22 Aug 2022

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

Book this ASAP!!!

The listing is accurate for what you get… but it definitely doesn’t do it justice! Deb’s space is way more than what you see. It is a beautiful home with plenty of space for whatever you may need. We used it as a space to get together as 16 people to celebrate the end of summer. With a big group, it’s always hard to find a place for us. However, Maiden Rock comfortably fit us all! The kitchen and dining area allowed us to have family-style meals, the living room/game room area gave us the space to play games, and there was plenty of refrigerator space for all of our food and drinks. I highly recommend picking up after yourselves as much as you can because it is a big space, so you don’t want to save it for your last day/check-out. Deb was amazing with communication from the minute we booked it, to meeting us for a walkthrough, until we checked out. I will say the train does run very often and it is pretty loud. However, we got used to it and no one complained about it. This was a perfect weekend getaway for all of us. I highly recommend you book this place ASAP - you definitely won’t regret it!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brooke B.

10 Aug 2022

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Great place to stay especially with a lot of people!

Perfect for entertaining, we used this space to get ready for hair in makeup for our wedding and it was perfect! Great place to entertain, and has lots of space!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Missy R.

9 Aug 2022

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

Great owners, great place!

Deb was very accommodating, and great! Highly recommend this place!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline C.

25 July 2022

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

Better than it looks!

I was in town with my adult children for a wedding. We definitely under utilized the property…Deb (the hostess) has everything you could want! My adult children (30-35 ages) wanted to stay longer! Such a unique place to stay that gives everyone very large gathering space but also spaces and rooms/suites to get away. So perfect…only draw back are the trains that run close to the property while sleeping. I really think it was only the upstairs bedroom that impacted. Still had a great time!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Randy L.

7 July 2022

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

Great family vacation

The owner Deb was very responsive to any questions or issues we had, including when we had a toy stuck in the pool table! After we left, she found two toys we had left behind and mailed them to us. The building is huge and is a great choice for getting away and relaxing. The owner provides plenty of paper towels, ziplock bags, foil, etc. The trains are very close and loud but the kids and adults enjoyed “counting the cars.”

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maggie S.

18 May 2022

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

Great place to stay for bachelorette party!

We stayed here for my friends bachelorette party and it was the perfect place! Everything you need is provided for you - no need to worry about cooler or fridge space at all either. Deb responded very quickly whenever we had a question about anything. Highly recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

12 May 2022

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Flexible incredibly gracious, looking forward to my next day

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathan K.

21 Apr 2022

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

Best weekend ever!

We celebrated our friends engagement and wedding with a weekend with close friends and family. It’s so nice to have a place where all of us could have some space and the bar was awesome :) thank you for everything!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Troy M.

9 Jan 2022

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

Expectations Exceeded!

We have stayed at a lot of vacation rental properties across the country and this was one of the best and it is right in our backyard! We recently sold our home and needed a place for the holidays for our family celebration. Despite all the activities to do in the area, our family of 10 did not want to leave the property. The game tables, electronics, the bar, televisions, sound system, strong wi-fi connection, dining rooms and all the little spaces for those needing to work checked every box. The property photos do not do justice! Thank you for allowing us the opportunity to stay and have a family experience beyond everyone's expectations.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Smita A.

5 Jan 2022

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

Amazing NYE Stay!

We had an absolutely amazing time spending NYE at Deb’s VRBO! Deb was a wonderful host, quickly answered any questions I had prior to the trip, and made our stay at her rental so enjoyable. The venue is absolutely gorgeous and even better in person. It was a great place for our group of friends to celebrate the new year.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by Deb and Dan Koonce

Dan and Deb Koonce, owners of this property, are passionate about preservation while renovating. We are easy to reach for any questions or special requests and we will do whatever we can to make your stay memorable.

Why they chose this property

We have worked hard to provide modern comforts while preserving many of the original characteristics to make this a rental like nothing else you will find.

What makes this property unique

Maiden Rock Retreat offers huge spaces for your group to gather and also quiet, intimate spaces for private time. This renovated creamery offers an experience no other property can.

Languages:

English

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Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Main level bedroom 1

Main level bedroom 2

Studio apartment

Two level - Bedroom 3

Two level-Bedroom 1

Two level-Bedroom 2

3 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

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