River View Retreat-Elk Creek, Driftless Region

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 480 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Air conditioning

Water view

Explore the area

Viola, WI

Viroqua Clinic21 min drive
Viroqua Country Club21 min drive
Fortney Underground Theater22 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Get away from it all (note: there is no WiFi—try it and you might like it) at this cozy 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom Amish-built log cabin tucked away above the Kickapoo River in the Driftless Area of Southwestern Wisconsin.

The cabin is conveniently located off state highway 131, with Elk Creek- a Class-A trout stream- just minutes away. Mowed trails alongside the creek offer easy access for fishing or a relaxing nature walk.

The River View Retreat boasts a near-hemispheric view of the river, valley and hills that make the Driftless so unique, including a dramatic 180-degree bend in the river.

Take a walk on the maintained grass trails on property, or for the more adventurous head up the hillside to walk one of the many deer trails carved out over years.

Relax and dine in the screened-in rear porch while enjoying the magnificent views and bird watching. Other amenities include a covered front porch, a stocked fire pit in the backyard, a gas grill and satellite TV. Large skylights in each bedroom impress with breathtaking views of the sky above and the river below.

Property manager

Chad Rice

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Water view

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

House Rules

Minimum age to rent: 24

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

3 night minimum stay

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Viola

This cabin is located in Viola. Eagle Cave and A.D. German Warehouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kickapoo Valley Reserve Visitor Center and Wildcat Mountain State Park. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling, horse riding and hunting.

Viola, WI

What's nearby

Kickapoo Valley Reserve Visitor Center - 18 min drive
Viroqua Clinic - 21 min drive
Viroqua Country Club - 21 min drive
Fortney Underground Theater - 22 min drive
Vernon Memorial Healthcare - 22 min drive

Restaurants

Iron Horse Saloon - 6 min drive
Kickapoo Corners Family Restaurant - 11 min drive
Liberty Store - 11 min drive
Buck Shots Bar & Grill - 7 min drive
Pat's Corner Bar - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River View Retreat-Elk Creek, Driftless Region pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is River View Retreat-Elk Creek, Driftless Region located?

Situated in Viola, this cabin is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Kickapoo River and 12.2 mi (19.6 km) from Kickapoo Valley Reserve Visitor Center. Viroqua Country Club and Viroqua Clinic are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Scott M., Omaha, NE

5 Aug 2023

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

Great little cabin!

We loved our time here! Love sitting outside in the morning and evening listening to all the birds. Loved sitting around the campfire at night (wood, lighters, and smores sticks were all provided...so convenient!). Loved walking the short mowed trails in the trees on the property. So relaxing! Enough activities nearby to enjoy (canoeing was our favorite) but also a great place to just relax. The cabin was stocked with all the little things (trashbags, paper towels, salt, etc), which is a small thing but so nice to not have to buy all those little essential items. Chad was quick to answer questions via text, like where the closest grocery store is or if there is horseriding in the area. Just fyi, make sure you note that there is no washer and dryer in the cabin, but there is a laundry mat very close. We would still chose to stay there again, just something to make sure you plan for. Overall we had a great stay and would recommend to anyone looking for a relaxing spot to spend a few days.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerri B., Moravia

11 June 2023

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

3 night stay

The cabin was amazing and relaxing! It had many extras and was very clean and neat! The owners have thought of everything, down to the filled bird feeders and mowed path! Fire pit was great with split wood provided! The screened in porch was excellent Rate a 10 on 0-10 scale!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karin K., St Louis Park

9 Aug 2022

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

Beautiful propery!

My husband and I spent a lovely anniversary weekend at the cabin. It had everything we needed to be comfortable. We spent the majority of the time on the front and back porches watching the birds. What an amazing set up! Chad was great with communication and check-in was a breeze. We're definitely planning on going back.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

11 July 2022

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

Peace and Quiet

We had a wonderful time relaxing at the cabin and enjoying the driftless area. The back screened in porch was a great place to hang out, eat, and watch a wide-range of birds at the feeders.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Micah R.

7 July 2022

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

Great Experience

The cabin was perfect for a weekend fishing in the area. It was clean and well stocked. Chad is a thorough and communicative host. Highly recommended.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Chad Rice

We grew up in the exurbs of Milwaukee and have spent our adult years in the heart of the City working hard in the fields of delivery (Chad) and caring for others (Vanessa). We are new to owning a rental property, but the former owner has set us up for success and we look forward to hosting you and providing a place to relax, unwind, and enjoy all that the Driftless Area has to offer.

Why they chose this property

We stumbled upon the opportunity to own this property while surfing the internet and couldn't be more excited to share our find with you. As residents of the City of Milwaukee, we always dreamt of owning a place to get away from it all, and the privacy and unbelievable views offered at the Riverview Retreat of the night sky and Kickapoo River made our decision a great one.