Location: La Crosse, Wisconsin, USA (Near UW-La Crosse, Forest Hills Golf & Myrick Hixon EcoPark.)
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 5-9)
Located in the beautiful river valley of La Crosse, Wisconsin and nestled at the foot of the bluffs, in a quiet residential neighborhood, the historic Bluff View House is one of approximately 2,498 Lustron homes built in 1949 and 1950. These homes were made out of 12 ton of steel and approximately 3000 pieces. No wood, drywall or shingles were used. The house is ALL STEEL. A unique lodging experience!
This Lustron is #1752 and has been well cared for over the years. Guests will enjoy just the right amount of modern mixed with this authentic historic home. Catch up on the history of the house watching the dvd "Lustron: The House America's Been Waiting For" or read the book "Lustron Homes: The History of a Postwar Prefabricated Housing Experiment."
Go for a bike ride on one of the 8 complimentary bicycles located in the garage. Relax in the screen porch while bird watching.
Walking distance to the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, Myrick Hixon EcoPark, Kids Coulee and Forest Hills Golf Course & Restaurant. Just 2 miles to historic downtown, Riverside Park and the Mississippi River. Enjoy a Trolley Ride, Riverboat cruise or visit the Children's Museum, City Brewery or Rotary Lights.
A short drive to see the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe, snowmobile trails, skiing, 12 golf courses, bicycle trails and much more. Perfect lodging for a vacation, family gatherings, business travel, fishing tournaments, weekend get aways or while visiting one of the three campuses.
Unique, Comfortable and Affordable Lodging.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: Central Air
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Garage
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed (3)
- Convertible Bed (3) : Queen Sofa Sleeper, 2 roll-a-way beds available
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: 32" LCD television in living room and 20" in master bedroom
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Full size refrigerator, gas stove, coffee pot, toaster oven, waffle maker, blender and George Foreman. Complimentary coffee, tea, hot chocolate, sugar, etc.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio: Attached screen porch with picnic table and lawn furniture.
- View/Location
- Monument View: Great view of Granddad Bluff. Watch New Year's Eve fireworks from inside the house.
- Communications
- Telephone: Local calls only.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Eight complimentary bicycles, volleyball, horseshoes, croquet, badmitten and board games.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly: One block from Kid's Coulee playground
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseshoes
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Fri & Sat .. $125/night ($15 per additional guest)
Sun-Thu .... $100/night ($15 per additional guest)
All rates are for the first 4 guests
5.5% state tax and 8% room tax applies
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Property Photos
- Bluff View House - La Crosse Vacation House near Biking
- dining room - La Crosse Vacation House near Biking
- Living room - La Crosse Vacation House near Biking
- Master Bedroom
- bathroom
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