Location: Maiden Rock, Lake Pepin, Wisconsin, USA (60 Minutes from Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota)
Accommodations: Cabin - Cottage, 2 Bedrooms + Loft, 2.5+ Baths (Sleeps 7-10)
"Lion Downe" cottage, the perfect get-away, located in the heart of the Rush River Valley, along the scenic Mississippi corridor.
Stunning log home, as featured in Log Home Living Magazine, is nestled in the bluffs, with breathtaking views of Lake Pepin from every room in the house, and from the large deck. The serenity and cozy feeling is accentuated from the surrounding 40 acres of majestic hard wood forest. 660 foot of lake frontage, easily accessible from the lake (but not from cottage up in bluffs), with variable sandy beach depending on the season. Located 13 miles downriver of Red Wing, near the Wisconsin Villages of Maiden Rock, Stockholm and Pepin. Just 60 minutes from Minneapolis/St. Paul international airport.
Fishing, hunting, hiking, biking, bird watching and relaxation right out side your back door. Shopping, fine restaurants, and quaint small towns with antiques, arts, crafts, and frequent festivals all within a short, pleasant drive along the lake shore.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Gas Fireplace: Remote control fireplace in lower level suite.
- Wood Fireplace: 30 foot natural stone fireplace in great room.
- Beds
- Queen Bed (3)
- Twin/Single Bed (2)
- Child Bed
- Entertainment
- TV (No Cable/Satellite)
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Jetted Tub in Bath: Full Jacuzzi in upstairs bath
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Full kitchen with all appliances, cookware, utensils, etc.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Lakefront: Incredible views of Lake Pepin from every room in the cottage
- Other Amenities
- Japanese soaking tub, Jacuzzi bath, incredible views.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Antiquing
- Museums
- Horseshoes
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$250/night .. $1500/week .. $5000/month
Rates are for two guests, Additional guests: $10 additional charge/person/night
+ $100 cleaning fee regardless of length of stay.
+ 6.65% tax on final bill.
One night minimum, occasional two night minimum during peak season.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2001
I someday hope to retire at Lion Downe Cottage with my wonderful wife, Heather. In the mean time we both work in the Twin Cities and get down to visit as often as possible with our family.
Why the Owner Chose Maiden Rock
We chose to purchase Lion Downe Cottage as it is very close to the Twin Cities, has wonderful quaint towns nearby, great wildlife, fantastic restaurants, countless festivals, and is still one of the best kept secrets for a vacation!
Property Photos
- "Lion Downe" Cottage, entrance to paradise - Vacation Cabin with a Fireplace, and Views of Lake Pepin, Maiden Rock Wi.
- View from Deck, Lake Pepin - Vacation Cabin with a Fireplace, and Views of Lake Pepin, Maiden Rock Wi.
- Living Room with 30 Ft. natural stone fireplace & adj. gourmet kitchen - Vacation Cabin with a Fireplace, and Views of Lake Pepin, Maiden Rock Wi.
- Screened-in porch with arched doors/windows
- View of cottage from bluff including large deck with ample seating
- Lions welcome you along the walking path to Lion Downe
- Nighttime at the cottage
- View of Lake Pepin from the Beach
- Lower level suite with remote control fireplace
- Upper level suite with jacuzzi tub
- Lower level suite sleeping accomodations with adj. Japanese soaking tub
- Queen bed in loft
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Oh, my goodness! We had a fabulous time! The wine and the chocolate were a nice touch! (By the way, Toblerone was the first chocolate I bought when I visited Germany/Austria/Switzerland almost 30 years ago. Thanks for the memory!) My friends were so surprised and pleased...and are already talking about "next time." We spent five hours cooking and eating (from the first chopping of an artichoke for our appetizer to the last washing of the sticky pan that sauteed the pears for dessert). Simply fabulous! We arrived just as night settled in, which caused everyone to say, "Wow!" when the motion-sensor light illuminated the cottage! It was a fairy-tale beginning to a most satisfying weekend! Thanks so much for sharing your home :-) We will talk about this weekend forever! Happy Thanksgiving!
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Hi Rob, our weekend at your cabin was wonderful! We will definitely be back. My husband couldn't stop commenting on how perfectly crafted the cabin was. It far exceeded our expectations. Any the views were magnificent! Thank you so much for your hospitality.
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The place is fabulous, and you and your wife have provided a lovely haven for vacationers! What a spot…that stunning location overlooking the river and then the long and winding road in…wow! I used to have a bell like you have outside on the deck, but alas, it was stolen, as heavy as it is…I took a photo of it, in hopes of finding a replacement someday..do you recall where you got yours? Mine was a wedding gift, from 1990, from some Nature Store that no longer exists. So, we are only all compliments…. We will return, we’ve decided! Thanks for your attention to every detail! (Oh, one of the guests owns a wine bar, knows her wine, and said the bottle of wine you left for us to enjoy was excellent! I tasted and had to agree!)
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I have stayed at Lion Downe two times with a group of colleagues and both have been wonderful experiences. We have rented other VRBO's and found this property far superior in comparison. The setting is beautiful, the area is quaint and there are many nearby towns and attractions, from a Winery/Cidery to Lake Pepin and wonderful dining at the Harbor View. Also a perfect place to relax and take in the beautiful views. Beautiful place to get that perfect shot for photographers. Eagles nests are nearby and wild life is plentiful! Highly recommended!
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Hi Robert. Everything was just great. A lot of the ladies think we should make it a yearly retreat! This is high praise. You see, we've rented the same private home/lodge in Wisconsin for the past 18 years, but it was recently sold as part of a divorce settlement and is no longer available for us. We loved it so much and weren't sure we could find a suitable replacement. But we may have in Lion Downe! Let's hope you keep renting it for a while. And you'll be glad to know that we are a lot more mellow now than we were 18 years ago!
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Your home was very lovely. It was so quiet and very peaceful in the area. We were very happy with our experience.
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Hello Robert, Just wanted to thank you for sharing your loving cabin with us!!! We all agreed that you have a beautiful, accommodating home that we truly enjoyed!
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Rob and Heather, We had a great time!! The cottage is beautiful and I hope I have an opportunity to stay there again. Thank-you for sharing your place!!
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Dear Rob, Thank you so much for the lovely time we were able to spend at Lion Downe Cottage. Two of the group did pick berries and they were wonderful. Again Thank you very much. Take care Karen and cohorts
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Good Morning Rob and Heather, I just wanted to let you know that our stay on Saturday night was perfect! What a beautiful retreat from the world. It was an adventure just to discover each room as we explored the house. It is the perfect place for a gathering like ours. Sitting on the porch and catching up on what was happening with our new jobs, hanging out on the deck watching the sailboats, sharing a great meal around that beautiful table and gathering in the living room to end our evening with a hilarious session of the game Apples to Apples. Great memories were made. Having previously worked in tourism all of us love to travel and so not surprisingly several people in our group are considering returning with family or groups of friends in the future. Thank you for the wine and chocolates and for sharing your tree house with us. It was exactly what we needed. Best, Joellyn