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Host

9.6

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Explore the area

Gays Mills, WI

Kickapoo River4 min drive
Effigy Mounds National Monument50 min drive
Pikes Peak State Park53 min drive

Most relevant reviews

8/10 Good

Nice place with a great fire pit and plenty of wood. We enjoyed our stay and it had everything we wanted.

Nov 10, 2023

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Main Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Upper Place Vacation Cottage

A Cottage for all seasons enjoy the country quiet in a cottage built near a cool spring in the heart of the Kickapoo Valley. Over 340 acres of wooded hills to offer you year-round outdoor recreation. Go Hiking on one of the 24 hiking Trails located on the property. Go Trout Fishing in one of the many streams around the area. During season June - August enjoy the local Gays Mills Swimming Pool. If around during the July 4th holiday, come to the Kickapoo Stump Dodger Campground for a fun filled country music festival.

Property manager

James Showen

Amenities

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Fireplace

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

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: 99

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

About the area

Gays Mills

Located in Gays Mills, this holiday home is in a rural area. While the natural beauty of Mississippi River and Kickapoo River can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Viroqua Country Club.

Gays Mills, WI

What's nearby

Kickapoo River - 4 min drive
WI River Outings - 16 min drive
Effigy Mounds National Monument - 50 min drive
Pikes Peak State Park - 53 min drive
Yellow River State Forest - 69 min drive

Restaurants

‪J & J On Main - ‬9 min drive
‪Mt. Zion Pub - ‬4 min drive
‪Halver's Town Tap - ‬9 min drive
‪Apple'licious Pie Depot - ‬10 min drive
‪Red Apple Inn - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Upper Place Vacation Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Upper Place Vacation Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Upper Place Vacation Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Upper Place Vacation Cottage located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from Kickapoo River and 10.8 mi (17.3 km) from Wisconsin River. WI River Outings and Gundersen Boscobel Area Hospital are also within 16 miles (25 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

10 Nov 2023

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

Nice Place

Nice place with a great fire pit and plenty of wood. We enjoyed our stay and it had everything we wanted.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paige T.

27 Oct 2023

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

Driftless Getaway

The Upper Place Cottage was a wonderful weekend escape. Our pups loved running the trails, and the leaves were at their peak for the season! The house was clean and had everything we needed for a long weekend. The staircase is a bit harrowing, but you get used to it. We would love to come back - especially in the winter to snowshoe or ski the trails.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shea B.

14 Sept 2023

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

Perfect place for a weekend family getaway.

This place was very clean. And was well appointed. They had everything we needed, and we were 15 min from everything we wanted to do. There are some beautiful trout waters in that area! Thanks !

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leidy S.

14 Aug 2023

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

Great Place to Relax and Connect With Nature

My husband, my mom, my dog and I had a great a great weekend staying here. The property is beautiful. It was wonderful to have that many different trails around the property. The cabin is comfortable and is well equipped. The host James provided us with clear instructions about the checking. Thank you!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

John S.

29 June 2023

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

Driftless Area

Very scenic, cute cottage. Be aware, no cell service. Had no hot water for our stay. Staircase may not be suitable for older adults. Extremely well equipped. Worth the stay even with the negatives.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky S.

29 May 2023

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

Wonderful and Peaceful

Perfect get away and place to relax and unwind. Loved hiking and sitting on the deck listening to the birds and staring up at the hills. Just what we needed.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheyanne K., Cary, Illinois

20 Feb 2023

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

Upper Place

This place was a needed step back from everyday life. Me, my husband and our two dogs had a wonderful and relaxing time, between looking out the big widows to hiking the many trails, it was perfect. There is nothing like throwing on VCRs & sipping coffee with fresh air surrounded by nature. Book it, you won't regret it.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

cristi f.

9 Oct 2022

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

Great location and home

We loved that there was no internet or phone service. The owners have put a lot of TLC into the home and it’s shows. A few things to plan for - the water pressure in the shower isn’t great but there is plenty of hot water. No washer/dryer. We didn’t feel we needed those things.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

William J.

18 Sept 2022

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

Beautiful Relaxing setting

Fun relaxing stay, beautiful setting, enjoyed the deck, grilled, sat around firepit, stars amazing

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keith T.

19 Aug 2022

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

Cabin, Trails, and More

We had a wonderful time. My wife and I were looking for some peaceful R&R and this was more than we could have hoped. We hiked every day, spent lots of time on the deck, sat by the fire pit, and generally enjoyed all of the beauty of this location. And the "wall of windows" makes you feel like you are outdoors even when you are inside the cozy and very unique cabin. We only left the property a couple of times over the entire 10 days because everything we needed and were looking for was right here.

Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Clara S.

5 Aug 2022

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

Relaxing getaway

Our family had a wonderful week of relaxing in the beautiful cabin and hiking the wooded trails. We saw lots of wildlife, played many games of dominoes and cards, and enjoyed the large lawn. Not having cell phone service for a week was a great way to recharge and enjoy the scenery. I would recommend everyone to come stay and recharge.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa G.

27 July 2022

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

Great Get-away

Had an amazing 5 day get-away with my husband, son and dog. We took daily walk on the trails. I would recommend bringing high boots for the walks. So relaxing and isolated.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen N.

26 July 2022

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

Loved it!

Had a great time there in VERY rural Driftless cabin. My wife and boys loved trout fishing across the road (just ask neighbor for permission to fish his land). Great place to rest, relax, read, hike... I really enjoyed meeting the owner too!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Arianne N.

28 Apr 2022

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

Lots of Room to Roam

We had a great adventure here. Great fishing in the area and a relaxing evening.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca N., Shorewood, MN

4 Mar 2022

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

Beautiful Remote Getaway!

Wow, I have never been to the Driftless area before, and I don't know how I didn't see this amazing cabin until now, it has everything I want! It is a comfy, cozy and clean cabin with all the needed amenities and so many huge windows to sit and enjoy watching nature in winter. Then there is the property, if you want to hike all day in solitude with my dogs like I do, then this is your place! 340 acres all to yourself, and they have the trails all mapped out like a ski resort. There is no internet and you have to climb up a hill for cell phone reception, but that makes it an even more peaceful getaway. Love this place, and I can't wait to go back!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alex M., Chicago

21 Feb 2022

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

Great place to unwind and relax!

Loved staying here nestled in the valley of large hills. It is a very peaceful and relaxing property with a wide array of hiking trails. Our dogs loved accompanying us on hikes each day and we were lucky enough to have lovely weather that highlighted the natural beauty of the surrounds. The building on the property is comfy and clean with the fireplace providing plenty of warmth and crackle. Yes, there is NO cell service but that was more of a benefit since it helped keep the mood relaxed and focus on enjoying the break from all the other stresses of life. Definitely recommend for anyone who loves the outdoors and pet-friendly stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew D.

14 Feb 2022

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

Gorgeous

The area is simply beautiful and the house is the same. I brought my girlfriend away there to get away for her birthday and also to propose to her. We hiked up one of the many trails on the property and popped the question at the peak of one of the steeper trails and she said “yes!” We seen all kinds of wildlife like bald eagles, deer, and turkey. We would recommend anyone to stay here, you won’t be disappointed if you want a quiet unplug from the world!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samantha B.

31 Oct 2021

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

Dog cation!

My fiance and our two dogs had a blast. The grounds are beautiful. October was the perfect month to go. Trees changing colors, cozy nights, and perfect hiking weather. Only issue we had was not wanting to leave.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn G.

29 Oct 2021

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

getting away

private and beautiful. it was more than expected. love to do it again.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jaymee S., Janesville, WI

6 Sept 2021

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

Beautiful property

Beautiful and peaceful property. The house was stocked with necessities. Not much cell service here so just sit back and enjoy the beauty. We really enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

24 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Check-in, location

Dead zone with no internet connection

There is no key to lock the property from the outside, so we had to take our valuables with us when leaving. Even though there wasn’t WiFi available, the big problem was there was zero internet connection, a dead zone. No antennae for television either, just old vhs and some dvds. There was not enough hot water in the shower. We had 4 people staying, and had to time out our showers by at least a half hour, to have enough hot water. The water pressure was also terrible. We were not provided with enough toilet paper to last the trip and had to purchase our own. The lamps outside by the grill do not work.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nikki O.

11 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice cozy escape up north

Really beautiful property! There's no reception. Couldn't get reception in town to tell our family we were there. Everything closes at 8pm. Was really excited to check out the trails but it rained all weekend and then we lost power for 4 hours while we were cooking my birthday dinner. In the morning our kid was sick and we had a 4 hour drive home, since we had no reception to reach the owner, check out was at 12pm and owner knocked around 1:15 pm telling us we had to leave without asking if everything was alright. I was tending to my sick child so I couldn't talk to him, as I was in the other room. Around 1130am prior to that, there was honking and a man and woman telling me to move my car (nothing was stated I couldn't park there) I apologized and they said nothing and had a mean look on their face. Definitely a nice place to escape. Wish there was a way to contact owner with a walkie talkie or something for emergencies. Cottage was as described. Says Scott Wisconsin on the booking but its gays mills Wisconsin (1.5 hour more of a drive) Would stay there again if there was a small back up generator. Especially having children with us and we had food in the fridge.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Teresa G.

7 Aug 2021

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

Peaceful driftless cottage.

Comfortable cabin for some quiet family time. The property is beautiful!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mandy B., St. Louis Park, MN

26 July 2021

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

Beautiful country cottage

Came to the cottage to go biking and while it’s 20 miles from Viroqua, we feel we really experienced the overall area and had a blast. Note that if you have Verizon wireless, this is a no service zone but while we were biking we had coverage in some areas.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Monika A., Park Ridge, USA

20 July 2021

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

Great place!!!

Great spot for a weekend getaway! So cozy inside with lots of windows for natural light. You can watch birds, rabbits or deers around the house. It was perfect to relax and recharge! I recommend Upper place to my friends and I would recommend it to anyone who is looking for a quiet place close to nature. We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021