Location: Mount Horeb, South Central, Wisconsin, USA
Accommodations: Cottage, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-4)
Keywords: Guest House, cottage, cabin
Clarance Gonstead Guest Cottage was built for the world renowned chiropractor in 1952 by Architect, Herb Fritz Jr. in the Prairie Style of architecture made popular by Herb's Mentor, Frank Lloyd Wright. The cottage is centrally located in town on two acres and separated from the main house. The exterior is clad in clay tile and lanon stone and the interior finishes are stone and cypress walls with quarry tile and carpet floors.
The hilly local terrain, abandoned level rail road trails and off road trails in the state park provide opportunity for all levels of biking enthusiasts. Mount Horeb has an 18 hole golf course, public pool and almost weekly organized events within walking distance. The radiant floor heating system and wood burning stone fire place together with the proximity to down hill and cross country trails make an ideal winter retreat.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- Stereo System
- Music Library : IPod with dock and Stereo
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Communications
- Telephone : Emergency outgoing only
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- (2) 5 speed Schwinn cruisers provided, lawn games,
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly : Well behaved kids.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseshoes
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Bike Trails, Little Norway, Cave of the Mounds, Duluth Trading Company, Norsk bowl, American Players Theater Spring Green, State Park
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$125/night (Weekend night Fri-Sat and Holidays, 2 day minimum)
$100/night (Weekday night Sun-Thurs except Holidays, 2 day minimum)
$25 additional cleaning charge for single night stay
$90/night (Weekly rate except Holidays) 7 day minimum)
Holidays: New Years Eve, Valentines Day, Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, 4th of July
Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 1993
I am an Architect and my wife is a 4th grade public school teacher.
Why the Owner Chose Mount Horeb
We purchased the property because of the mature landscape and to prevent the landmark with it's historical connection to both Frank Lloyd Wright and Clarence Gonstead, from becoming 6 lots in a planned subdivision.
My wife walked across the street through the baseball diamond to work and I worked out of my home office for years so it was a good fit while raising kids.
The Unique Benefits of this Cottage
Winter sunrise through the large sheets of glass, casts shadows on the field dressed lanon stone walls and reflects a warm tone off the low cypress ceilings. The radiantly heated floor and wood burning fireplace provide for a romantic getaway complete with Music served up from an Ipod and played though the vintage Marantz stereo from my college days.
In the summer, the well placed mature landscaping provides cool shade and the thermal mass provides natural air conditioning so you can enjoy the interior environment or relax in a hammock under the filtered light of a mountain ash.
The proximity to Main Street and the Bike trail means that you can leave your car parked in the driveway to enjoy the Quaint downtown and traditional residential urban planning of the old town where sidewalks are not interrupted by driveways and garages are on the alley. Downtown is now home to the Duluth Trading Company and numerous art galleries with both traditional and European choices in dining. Locally brewed wines and a brewpub offer more reasons to extend your stay.
Property Photos
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- Living Room - Mount Horeb Vacation Real Estate
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- Kitchen - Mount Horeb Vacation Real Estate
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- Exterior - Mount Horeb Vacation Real Estate
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- New Bathroom walls and floor finishes
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- Bedroom
Traveler Reviews (1)
Relaxing and Comfortable
Guest: Sandra
(Bloomington, IL)
Date of Stay: 01/03/08
Review Submitted: 07/19/10
My son and I stayed here for a few days in the winter. The cottage is beautiful and well appointed. We toured a local cave, went sledding and ate delicious local food. Having a fire in the evening was really cozy, as we had evening snacks. We are returning for a summer visit soon--to go biking!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, families with young children.
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