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Amish cabin on 40 acres of woods and meadow

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Exterior
Property grounds
Interior
Snow and ski sports
Skylight and lots of windows make for a bright, airy kitchen and sitting room.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Soldiers Grove, WI
  • Viroqua Country Club
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Kickapoo Valley Reserve Visitor Center
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Eagle Cave
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Amish cabin on 40 acres of woods and meadow


Located in the Driftless Region of Southwest Wisconsin this hand built Amish cabin sits on a ridge surrounded by 40 private acres of woods and meadow for hiking and exploring. Quiet rural setting for privacy but close enough to Viroqua, Gays Mills or Readstown for shopping groceries etc. In the main room a woodburning stove keeps things cozy. The kitchen is fully equipped with stove, oven, refrigerator, toaster, coffee grinder and all dishes and utensils. The bedroom and loft both have queen size beds, plus an aerobed, pack and play, and convertible sofa bed. High speed internet, television and a stereo/radio are available.
There is a Weber kettle for grilling and a firepit in the yard for starry night campfires.
We welcome guests of all faiths and creeds regardless of race, gender or sexual orientation.
Perfect for a retreat, or a base for exploring the regions parks and trout streams. We are dog friendly!
There is a $20 pet fee per dog, per night. Dogs only.
No hunting is allowed on the property.

Property manager

Paul Mertens and Cynthia Von Orthal
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children welcome
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Pets considered
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only

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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Soldiers Grove

Located in Soldiers Grove, this cabin is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tunnelville Cliffs State Natural Area and Kickapoo Valley Reserve, while Fortney Underground Theater and Richland Museum & Visitor's Center are cultural highlights. West Side Park and Richland County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking nearby.
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Soldiers Grove, WI

What's nearby

  • Kickapoo River - 12 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Viroqua Country Club - 21 min drive - 25.2 km
  • Kickapoo Valley Reserve Visitor Center - 29 min drive - 26.7 km
  • Eagle Cave - 39 min drive - 35.0 km
  • Wildcat Mountain State Park - 40 min drive - 38.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Lil Deadwood Saloon - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Kickapoo Corners Family Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Pat's Corner Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tazzee's Wonder Bar and Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Rooster's Bar - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Amish cabin on 40 acres of woods and meadow pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Amish cabin on 40 acres of woods and meadow?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Amish cabin on 40 acres of woods and meadow?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Amish cabin on 40 acres of woods and meadow located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is 5 mi (8.1 km) from Kickapoo River and within 16 miles (25 km) of Tunnelville Cliffs State Natural Area and Lawton Memorial Library. Bean Park and Kickapoo Valley Reserve are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Beau J.

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

Lovely Stay

Me and my girlfriend had an amazing weekend getaway at this lovely secluded cabin. It had all we needed for a cozy vacation together.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

SUSAN W.

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

Deer Hunting

Great place for our deer hunting week. We had 2-3 guys in the cabin which was perfect. We did miss a television for the football games. It’s a little dark with only lamps for lighting. We most definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN W.

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

Now hunting

The cabin was clean and in a great location for our hunting needs. The cabin had all the comforts of home except a television which was fine. The lighting in the cabin could have been brighter otherwise great place.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Lovely stay

I've stayed at Paul & Cynthia's cabin several times now, and it has become a special place for me to return to again and again. Everything is seamless, clean, and comfortable. Much gratitude for this little retreat!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nina D.

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

I always love my stays here !

Wonderful property. Great location. Peaceful. :) a favorite.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward G.

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

Beautiful spot

Wonderful stay in the hills on a beautiful property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Splendid Isolation

A nice secluded getaway with lots of woods and peaceful solitude.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rich F.

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

Peaceful & Private

I enjoyed the cabin on 40 acres of secluded woods, with a nice firepit, It was peaceful and private to unwind in nature.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

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

Excellent Getaway

Had an incredible writing and hiking weekend. This was the perfect getaway to be completely immersed in nature, and the cabin was clean and well-appointed with lots of helpful features. I hope to come back again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie P.

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

Getaway

Wonderful getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jess A.

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

Amazing property and views!

We loved our stay here! The cabin was simple and had everything we needed and more. But the highlight of this place is the amazing property! The land is beautiful and there are a couple hiking trails that run through it. This is a lovely place to stay for solitude and getting out in nature.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

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

peaceful

we just love to stay here it's so peaceful and clean
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana S.

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

Perfect spot

We stayed for a wedding near by. This was a great place!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol C.

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

Peaceful retreat in the woods

Nice cabin surrounded by woods in a peaceful setting. Took full advantage of the great porch and deck. Serenaded by bird song. Just what i needed to usher in my 60th birthday.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Nice, quiet getaway

Great, secluded location for a quiet getaway! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grant D.

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

5 Star Stay

We had a great weekend at the cabin. Appreciated the well stocked kitchen, ample room in the bathroom, fantastic porch, and all the unique touches that made this cabin feel like a home away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric W.

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

Nice Stay

This was our third time staying at the cabin. Really enjoy the piece and quiet and the cabin is the same enjoyable place each time. Thanks for letting us stay and we'll be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

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

A great get-away

Weekend trip in February. Cabin is well outfitted and maintained. You can tell the owners are good peeps. Property is lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara Y.

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

Nice Winter Getaway

Our group of four thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this cabin. We made the most of the weather and did some serious sledding on the hills. Also took advantage of the warmth and sat around the wood burning stove. Paul was very helpful and great communicator. The only struggle we had was never being able to reach the location with our minivan. With the snow and steep hill, we were not able to get the car up the hill. But, took advantage of using our sleds to bring in and out all of our food and luggage : ) Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra P.

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

A Beautiful Cabin!

A truly beautiful and welcoming cabin on beautiful land in the heart of rolling hills and Amish country in South West Wisconsin! A true gem of a cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Velida M., WOOD DALE

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

Cabin in the woods

Very peaceful place, done a lot of hiking on property. Oliver our dog really enjoyed freedom of running around. I wish snow falls on saturday instead sunday to enjoy that too. Planning to go back again
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

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

Private Getaway

A perfectly peaceful and private setting in a breathtakingly beautiful part of Wisconsin. Easy access to any number of activities and adventures. The accommodation is cozy and well organized with friendly and helpful hosts who made themselves easily reachable through technology. My dog Scarlett and I stayed 4 days and were completely rejuvenated and enchanted. Such a special place.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Staci C., Maquon

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

Quiet, secluded cabin.

Great, cozy place!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia H.

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

Fall Color

Had a perfect weekend at this cozy cabin in the woods. The fall colors were amazing so we spent lots of time outside biking and hiking. We also explored the woods and meadow around the cabin. This was our dream cabin. Kitchen had everything, bed was comfy, stars were amazing! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy W.

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

Wonderful…

We had the most wonderful time! It was So peaceful, we were able to visit with our friends we haven’t seen in a while. It was absolutely wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Paul Mertens and Cynthia Von Orthal

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Cynthia and I are both artists, Cynthia is trained as an actor and puppeteer and also builds the puppets for shows she creates. We also work together, I'm a musician; saxophone and music production and arranging are my chief occupations.
We live and work in Chicago and have a daughter, Avalon who is 10 and who loves to spend time at the cabin.

Why they chose this property

We bought this land in 2007 because we have always dreamed of having a place of quiet and solitude to retreat, heal and meditate. The land was the back 40 acres of a dairy farm; woods, hills and meadow with an apple orchard, perfect for hiking and exploring. Our neighbors/caretakers are an Amish family and they use a portion of the meadow for grazing.
The land was undeveloped and we put in a well for water, electrical service and a driveway from Trout Creek Road to the ridge where the cabin sits.

The log cabin was built for us by Irwin Schmucker, a local Amish craftsman.
We hope our guests enjoy the quiet and seclusion that we find here.

What makes this property unique

The Driftless Region is appealing to us because we have friends in the area and also because of it's unique topography and history. Untouched by the great glaciers, the hills and river valleys are ancient and uniquely scenic. The land was inhabited for millennia by Native American tribes who found rich land for hunting and fishing.
Nowdays the area has a mix of traditional and organic farming with a large Amish community. The town of Viroqua is close by on route 14 where you can find grocery, hardware, a nice food co op and restaurants. The area is also known for it's outstanding and plentiful trout streams, a prime destination for fly-fishing enthusiasts. We have enjoyed canoeing on the Wisconsin River, rentals are available in nearby Boscobel for day trips.

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English

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