Historic Wisconsin Retreat on 26-Acre Property!

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Explore the area

Plain, Wisconsin

Spring Green Preserve State Natural Area24 min drive
American Players Theatre35 min drive
The House on the Rock42 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Discover a rustic family getaway in Plain, Wisconsin. Located on 26 acres in the heart of the state’s Driftless Region, this historic 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home combines hundred-year-old charm with modern comforts. Explore the surrounding countryside from the on-site trails, take a swim in the private indoor pool, or make the day trip to Wisconsin Dells for even more family fun. At the end of the day, enjoy the peace and quiet of the bluffs around the crackling fire.

-- THE PROPERTY --

4,000 Sq Ft | Historic 1905 Home | Day Trip to Wisonsin Dells

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Twin/Full Bunk Bed, Twin Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Murphy Bed | Bedroom 4: Queen Bed

INDOOR LIVING: Private indoor pool (available year-round, heated to 85 degrees), multiple living rooms, dining table, wood-burning fireplace (wood provided), board games, books
OUTDOOR LIVING: Huge 26-acre property, hiking trails on-site, wood-burning fire pit (wood provided), outdoor seating
KITCHEN: Cooking basics, coffee maker, air fryer, dishwasher, stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, dishware & flatware, knife block
GENERAL: Free WiFi, complimentary toiletries, linens & towels, in-unit washer & dryer, laundry detergent, central heating & air conditioning, trash bags & paper towels
FAQ: 4 exterior security cameras (facing out), pet fee (paid pre-trip, dogs only, 2 max)
ACCESSIBILITY: Step-free entry, 3-story home
PARKING: Driveway (5 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: Cedar Grove Cheese Inc (10 miles), Natural Bridge State Park (17 miles), The House on the Rock (24 miles)
WISCONSIN DELLS (~37 MILES): Tom Foolerys Adventure Park, Tommy Bartlett Exploratory, Dells of the Wisconsin River State Natural Area, Wizard Quest, Timbavati Wildlife Park, Mt. Olympus Water & Theme Park Resort, Riverwalk
ADVENTUROUS: Cave of the Mounds (39 miles), University of Wisconsin-Madison (52 miles), Henry Vilas Zoo (56 miles), Escape This (59 miles), Olbrich Botanical Gardens (62 miles)
AIRPORTS: Dane County Regional Airport (52 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome--because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $75 fee (+ fees & taxes, dogs only, 2 max)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 4 exterior security cameras. These cameras are outward facing and do not look into any interior spaces. Camera 1 is a doorbell camera that faces the front entry, camera 2 is located on the front porch facing outward, camera 3 is located along the driveway facing the entrance, and camera 4 is located on the front of the home facing the parking area. These cameras are outward facing and do not look into any interior spaces. They actively record video and audio when motion is detected and will be turned on during your stay
- NOTE: This 3-story home offers step-free access

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Amenities

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Plain

This vacation home is located in Plain. Communication Arts and Learning Center and American Players Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Buckeridge's Home and Gallery and Spring Green General Store. Motor boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting nearby.

Plain, Wisconsin

What's nearby

Spring Green Preserve State Natural Area - 24 min drive
American Players Theatre - 35 min drive
The House on the Rock - 42 min drive
Devil's Lake State Park - 53 min drive
Kalahari Indoor Waterpark - 56 min drive

Restaurants

M & N's Bar & Grill - 4 min drive
Drea's Bar - 11 min drive
Village Pump - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Wisconsin Retreat on 26-Acre Property! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

8.8

Excellent

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6.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jenn G.

8 Apr 2024

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

great country get away

Old farm house with lots of character and charm, away from the hustle and bustle of city life! Communication with home owner was great and easy when i had questions or concerns. The kids really enjoyed the pool and the trails around the property were beautiful. I could see this being a great winter spot where snow shoeing, cross country skiing and winter hikes would be great! It was a fun getaway to unplug.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Megan K.

7 Apr 2024

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

Really cool spot but felt like a first time rental with very little stocked.

I would love to give this property a 5 star. The pool was amazing. And it was such a cool property but there were some issues 1. This kitchen was barely stocked for cooking. There were no baking sheets or pans, 3 small bowls Very little to cook with. It was also not stocked with basics so we had to buy our own garbage bags, paper towel and dish soap which we weren’t aware of. The closest store is a gas station 30 minutes away so it was triple priced to get basic things. Had it been posted I would have come prepared. 2. There was no coffee pot besides a single keurig with some pumpkin spice cups. Again. Not an issue if we’re told this. So come prepared. 3. There was a broken smoke alarm that we alerted them to the night we arrived in a locked room. It beeped the entire 5 days we were there. We asked for it to be fixed and it never was. That plus a house alarm beeped the entire stay and was very loud in the one bedroom. 4. There were hundreds of dead ladybugs in the house. Again. I get this issue. But they were there when we arrived as the cleaning crew was leaving (they had the wrong arrival time posted). When first walking in all the windows and bathrooms were filled with dead lady bugs. Last but not least for a house that sleeps so many there’s one sitting area and some chairs. Again. Not a huge issue. But it was a challenge for two families All that the property is beautiful. The house has a ton of character. And the pool is amazing. Kids had the BEST time!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

29 Mar 2024

We had a great time here!

We have been renting entire homes for our vacations (and sometimes other types of travel, too) for at least ten years now, so we have seen quite a few properties and this one is rather unique. I don't often come across pet friendly historic houses with lots of acreage AND an indoor pool. It was just what we were looking for. FYI, since it was not entirely clear to me from the info in the listing, the indoor pool remains in operation during the winter months and is heated to a nice temperature. Worth noting, because sometimes indoor pools are closed during the cold months.This property was relatively new to the rental market when we stayed there, and the furniture all appeared to be brand new (other than the antique chair in the room with the wood stove).We were lucky enough to be there on a clear night with a new moon - the star-gazing was spectacular! We could have used the outdoor fire pit, but the outdoor temperature was still a bit too cold at night for us to motivate ourselves to do so. It looks like a great fire pit, though, and it is nicely located right by a door to the pool area. This would be a lovely place for a midsummer celebration.We did enjoy the indoor wood stove a good bit. We appreciate that abundant fire wood is provided.Some advice: our cell service (Verizon) wasn't great at the house, so bring screen shots or print outs of the info you need to get in the house so you have it on hand for the few minutes between your arrival and the time that you are up and running on the wifi. Be sure to have a flashlight on hand if there is a chance that you will arrive after sunset - presumably everyone has a flashlight on their phone at this point, but I thought I would mention this just in case.