Pioneer's Cabin on a Peaceful Farm

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Peaceful, quiet, secluded. Park under the tree, in front of the Cabin.

Overview
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Location
Host

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Elroy, WI

Castle Rock Lake32 min drive
Woodside Sports Complex36 min drive
Noah's Ark Waterpark49 min drive
La Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal)65 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Loft

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Sitting area

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Stay in an 1860s original log cabin, on our family farmstead. Primitive - but with full amenities (like electricity, running water, microwave, frig). Perfect for 2 or 4 close friends. Queen bed and single trundle bed up in the loft, which leads out to a balcony. New air conditioner in sleeping loft for those too hot nights.
Sitting area with kitchenette, sofa/foldaway. Front and back porches to relax on while listening to the birds, telescope for night sky viewing. Bathroom truly unique (see the pictures). We offer serenity and an occasional veggie from the garden. Raspberries and grapes, cows just over the fence, bonfire pit. Near 3 bike trails. No pets. No internet but smart phones work.

Property manager

Mary Waarvik

Amenities

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Quiet time after 9, except for bonfires

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Elroy

Located in Elroy, this cabin is in a rural area. Burr Oak Winery and Red Ridge Ranch are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wildcat Mountain State Park and Buckhorn State Park. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking and cycling.

Elroy, WI

What's nearby

Castle Rock Lake - 32 min drive
Woodside Sports Complex - 36 min drive
Castle Rock County Park - 41 min drive
Mt. Olympus Water and Theme Park - 46 min drive
Noah's Ark Waterpark - 49 min drive

Getting around

Tomah Station - 31 min drive
La Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

‪Kendall Bike Depot - ‬12 min drive
‪The Dog House - ‬10 min drive
‪Elroy Family Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
‪The Rotten Brothers - ‬15 min drive
‪Valley Inn - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pioneer's Cabin on a Peaceful Farm pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pioneer's Cabin on a Peaceful Farm?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pioneer's Cabin on a Peaceful Farm?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pioneer's Cabin on a Peaceful Farm located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is 11 mi (17.6 km) from New Lisbon Memorial Library and 11.7 mi (18.8 km) from Mill Bluff State Park. Burr Oak Winery and Gundersen Hospital are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Exceptional

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

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10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jenn R.

2 July 2024

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

Great location, price, and ambiance

Beautiful and unique home, great location and close to nature. House is definitely unique and well cared for.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy M.

28 June 2024

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

Tranquil and restorative

Charming and sweet little cabin! Peaceful little oasis. We enjoyed the history and charm. Recommend if you want to unplug and slow down.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mya S.

24 June 2024

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

Not enough stars

5 star rating isn't enough for this place, I need more stars!! Clean, VERY well kept, gorgeous property, and Mary is an absolute gem, polite, cordial, friendly... she brought me home made desserts and they were to die for!! The cabin was literally the cutest thing ever, the decorations were perfect, rustic and felt like home, could've melted into it really.... had a ridiculously huge "i love this so much!!!" grin on my face walking around looking at it. Mature trees surround the area, no city light pollution at night so you can see the stars, (even though it rained every day we were there it didn't put a damper on anything) the pasture with the crick running through, and the yearling cattle in the pasture made it a postcard picture. You can't get any better than this if you're looking for a place to really relax, and get away from traffic, the city, or big towns. Would definitely come here again, 110%!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim W.

29 May 2024

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

Lovely hostess and beautiful setting, a perfect retreat

We enjoyed are rustic and serene stay at the cabin. Quiet sounds of nature, fresh rhubarb cake, and the quaint amenities make this a place we will definitely stay at again and again. Thank you for sharing your home and hospitality with us.

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas E.

18 Oct 2023

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

Cyclists enjoyed the cabin

Our host showed genuine concern about our wellbeing. As we were biking to her place, she offered to pick us up if we needed to be “rescued “. The space heater was already operating when we arrived so it was comfortable within the cabin. There was homemade cookies waiting on the counter, which was a nice touch. My only suggestion to the host is to make clear that the bathroom is attached to the same cabin, but to get to it, you have to go outside and take about 6 steps to an adjacent door. The steps are covered by the roof of the deck. None of this was a problem for us. Just be aware of it.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

14 Oct 2023

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

Cabin on a Farm

So peaceful. Exactly what I hoped for.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

23 Sept 2023

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

Unique and Cozy Cabin

My sister and I had a great time at this wonderful little cabin. It is quaintly adorned and furnished. We played cards, explored nature, and had a nice visit with Mary’s family. We highly recommend it!

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carl G.

19 Sept 2023

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

Quiet Cabin

Quiet and quaint come to mind. Mary's 1860's cabin is exactly as the description and her photos indicate. The Milky Way was gorgeous all 3 nights of our stay. We were fortunate also to be there when the red raspberries were coming on strong and Mary invited us to take all we could eat! Tomatoes also from her veggie garden. The cows showed interest in us when we had the opportunity to sit on the front porch, but we didn't hear from them much in the nighttime hours. We'd rent again.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie H., Lanesboro, MN USA

9 Sept 2023

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

Charming cabin! Lovely setting!

We totally enjoyed the charm and care that Mary has brought into this old cabin. It has all the comforts one needs to relax and enjoy the bucolic setting. It wasn’t overdone but had neat decor in places you don’t expect. The bath is very short walk outside but that adds to the charm. And the shower is awesome and showing all the accouterments one needs in a bath. We were sad we had only one night available as it is worth a multi-night stay to unplug and relax on the cool back porch with a telescope!

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad F.

7 Sept 2023

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

Great little cabin

I couldn't be happier with Mary's little cabin! Highly recommended. We stayed there while biking the Elroy-Sparta trail. The cabin has all the amenities, done in very creative and appropriate ways (the bathtub is a cattle watering trough). There is even a telescope for those who want to enjoy the benefits of no light pollution! Plenty of space for two people. The bed is good quality, and is upstairs in its own little space. The place is very well-kept, very clean for a 100+ year old cabin. Will definitely stay again if we're back in the area.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

13 Aug 2023

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

Such a quaint little cabin!

My husband and I both came here for a night of rest after playing at Driftless Music Fest and the Hillsboro Tractor pull! The bed was comfy, the bathroom was amazing! It was cute, comfortable and all the open doors and windows made it a very relaxing and good sleep. Loved reading the history of the place in the morning! Thanks so much!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janie k.

6 Aug 2023

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Excellent

The cabin was awesome, my grandkids and my husband and i had a wonderful time. The place is perfect for a weekend gateway, everything you need is there, from coffee utensils plates shower everything, just fantastic. Mary the owner is friendly made us very welcome to her farm, just beautiful thank you. Janie

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ande S.

26 July 2023

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House on the Prairie Vibes

Fantastic quaint fronteer cabin with all the necessities. Perfect for minimalist getaway. If you are looking at this as an option, just book it. Mary is very nice and accommodating but not overbearing. Cows were friendly to say hi to and feed some grass. Will be back for a longer visit soon.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

16 July 2023

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Marital bliss

Rustic serenity from the minute you turn into the driveway. Perfect host with the perfect cabin. Bathroom was super clean, bedroom was cozy and romantic. Perfect for a anniversary get away.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

6 July 2023

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

Wonderful

Very relaxing, wonderful stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica F.

3 July 2023

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

Rustic charm

Quiet peaceful weekend with an amazing host

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa E.

27 June 2023

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

Quick overnight stay

Beautiful relaxing property! Loved it and all the sightseeing info. Just came here to relax on the way to upper Wisconsin but would love to stay longer and do some trails. Amazing stargazing

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim D.

20 June 2023

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

A welcome rest

Mary’s place is a fabulous spot to unplug, unwind, and watch the world race by. After 40 miles of biking, this was a perfect spot to rest and recuperate before tackling the next 40.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

ffs s.

27 May 2023

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Grandpa’s Cabin

A bit smaller than Grandpa’s, but just what the pioneers built. Amazingly, the historical record is available on the old Singer treadle machine. The 3 bike trails were nearby, the stars shone brightly in the dark valley, and the weather perfect. Great visit!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penny L.

18 Oct 2022

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Perfect rest and relaxation!

I was looking for some solo rest and relaxation! Mary’s little place was just what the doctor ordered. Thank you!!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark H., Waterford WI

28 Sept 2022

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Loved it.

Quiet, beautiful scenery. You felt no hurry to do anything.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marty S.

22 Sept 2022

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Quick visit

We were in the area for a wedding, and were only able to stay one night. Great little cabin with a fascinating history.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tennille P.

19 Sept 2022

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

Rustic relaxation in a serene setting

My stay was incredible. The cabin was rustic, unique and simple, but provided all the amenities needed. The location is perfect - just a short drive to Elroy, but you feel like you’re miles away from everything. I enjoyed coffee on the porch while watching the cattle graze and listening to the birds sing. I will be back next year and am planning to bring my bike. The only downside? I had to go home :)

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gary L., The Villages fl

9 Sept 2022

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Super stay

We stayed here because of the access to the 3 biking trails. Mary was a fabulous host. We greatly enjoyed our time sitting and discussing a myriad of topics. Fresh fruit and vegetables were quickly made available. Such a peaceful and relaxing place to stay. For you bikers, these are 3 great trails to enjoy.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate G., Vancouver, Canada

6 Sept 2022

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Renovated pioneer cabin on farm

A really unique place. An original pioneer cabin, renovated, with a porch and bathroom addition in keeping with the spirit of the cabin. A great way to relax and get in touch with the past - and do some star gazing! Mary was very welcoming and left a plate of home made cookies, which the kids appreciated! Great stay.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022