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A Home Away from Home in the Quaint Village of New Glarus

Family-friendly holiday home in New Glarus

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Exterior
Enjoy a beverage on the front porch
Outdoor dining
Attic sitting area with movies, games, and kids area
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 123000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, Swissland Miniature Golf
  • Place, Swiss Historical Village
  • Place, New Glarus Brewing Company
  • Airport, Madison, WI (MSN-Dane County Regional)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

4 Single Beds

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

A Home Away from Home in the Quaint Village of New Glarus

This privately owned brick house has been a family treasure. The home features original oak trim, cabinetry and flooring. The floor tile in the foyer and upstairs bathroom are all inlaid and original. Furnishings and decor make the home cozy and inviting. This house is able to accomodate family or friend gatherings and reunions, yet offer quiet time and relaxation.
There is a large front open porch for visiting with family and friends or sipping your favorite beverage. The back yard is spacious and guests can enjoy a meal on the patio or a sit next to the fire pit.
Located in the rolling hills of southern Wisconsin, the village of New Glarus hosts several festivals throughout the year. Visitors can enjoy the ethnic foods and local entertainment. The guest house is located within walking distance of the downtown area which offers shopping and many fine Swiss/German restaurants. The Sugar River Bike Trail is also located near the guest house as is the popular New Glarus Brewery.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please shut off all lights prior to leaving house. Please shut off heat in attic when not in use. Please lock door when checking out.
Remove all shoes if dirty or wet when entering the house.
Please--no glitter.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 deadlock

About the area

New Glarus

Located in New Glarus, this holiday home is in the city centre. Swissland Miniature Golf and New Glarus Brewing Company are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Stewart Tunnel and Chalet Cheese Cooperative. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.
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New Glarus, WI

What's nearby

  • Swissland Miniature Golf - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Swiss Historical Village - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • New Glarus Woods State Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • New Glarus Brewing Company - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • New Glarus Woods State Park Trailhead - 4 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪New Glarus Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sugar River Pizza - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tofflers Pub & Grill - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A Home Away from Home in the Quaint Village of New Glarus pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Home Away from Home in the Quaint Village of New Glarus?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Home Away from Home in the Quaint Village of New Glarus?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is A Home Away from Home in the Quaint Village of New Glarus located?

Located in the centre of New Glarus, this family-friendly holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Chalet of the Golden Fleece Museum, Swissland Miniature Golf and Swiss Historical Village. New Glarus Woods State Park and New Glarus Brewing Company are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 338 out of 341 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 341 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 341 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 341 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 341 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Clark T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location nestled in heart of town. Well maintained older home, beautiful inside and out. Host most accommodating. Bike trails easy access and well kept.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super easy to check in. Property is wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vic S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
4 college friends from 3 states getting together to share old and new stories!! This was the perfect spot to hang out and just a short walk to the amazing town of New Glarus!! Jane is an amazing host and it was great to actually meet her when we checked out this morning!!! She has thought of everything and the history of the house is truly amazing!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check-in was easy. Kitchen and whole house was well-stocked, neat & clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

nolan z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very well kept
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy G.

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

Wonderful Home

Just perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

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

Perfect spot

Spacious, clean, and very short walk to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna L.

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

Amazing Home

Wish we could’ve stayed longer! Beautiful home inside and out. Super clean and so spacious. Loved the front porch. Will be back!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie S.

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

Wonderful home!

We had a girls trip at this beautiful home. It was beyond clean, comfortable beds, Jane was so easy to work with and suggested wonderful places to check out. This home has so many rooms and nooks and crannies. So much room and all original and clean! I would not hesitate to stay here again! Can’t wait!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim K.

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

Weekend in New Glarus, WI

We were in town for a wedding and booked this home. It was perfect! Very clean and the home had lots of room. Just a short walk to town. Thank you for the use of your lovely home.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill D.

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

Beautiful Home In a Great Neighborhood!!

This is a beautiful older home in a great neighborhood. It’s very spacious and had everything we needed for a wonderful girls’ trip. The check out process was one of the easiest we have ever done. The house is very close to the quaint and fun downtown area, with shops, restaurants, and bars.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison W.

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

Great place to stay

The house is huge with lots of character! We loved that it fit all seven of us comfortably. It was within walking distance to downtown New Glarus and the Sugar River Trail. The house had plenty of space to hang out in and there were lots of extra pillows and blankets. Thanks for a great space to spend the weekend, Jane!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allyson F.

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

This home was beautiful! Walking distance to downtown, we’ll kept, clean, comfortable, beautiful!

Enjoyed this so much- the perfect place for a weekend with the family!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

lynn s.

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

Cousin Get Together

It’d been 19 years since we all got together last!! We had a great weekend hanging out and catching up. The Duerst House was just perfect! Plenty of beautiful and homey space to enjoy. It had everything we needed and was just a couple blocks from eating and shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Briana V.

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

New Years Getaway

Two families stayed at this lovely New Glarus home and had a memorable New Year celebration. The house was full of wonderful charm and impeccably clean. We were able to walk to the main downtown and close enough to drive to neighboring towns and attractions. Thanks for the stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

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

Beautiful property

The house was wonderful and it was fun seeing all the rooms. The decorating was lovely and the space was very clean. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caleb H.

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

Great place

Great property in a great neighborhood. Really enjoyed it
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennae K.

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

Homey, Historic Charm

We felt right at home in this beautiful home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber C.

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

Great Stay

We just had a girls weekend here - we had 11 ladies and had more than enough space to sleep & hang out. The house is adorable and so much fun to explore! Very spacious with plenty of seating for a large group.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris P.

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

Wonderful visit. Loved the property.

Jane, Thanks for everything. We had a wonderful time. The place was beautiful and worked perfectly to work remotely.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tori T.

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

Perfect Stay

Eberything was amazing and room to spread out. Cant wait to go back. Stunning.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia A.

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

Awesome Accommodations

This is a beautiful home that was perfect for our book club 25th anniversary trip. There were six of us and there were plenty of bedrooms, beds and seating areas for all of us to enjoy spending a couple days together. We enjoyed the shops and restaurants of New Glarus and ventured to other small towns in the area. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sadie W.

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

Amazing Character

This home was great. Jane was super to work with.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen G.

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

Awesome Stay!

We loved spending the night here - there are so many beds and spaces to explore! It was a little tight in the morning with only two bathrooms, but we made it work. We’ll DEFINITELY stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean E.

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

Sublime

This is such a beautiful place! It has all these great spaces for reading or studying or visiting Really relaxing. Very nice I hope to come again someday.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jane Elmer

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The Duerst Guest House is a private, family owned property.

Why they chose this property

This house is easy walking distance to the downtown, close to the shopping and eating area yet in a quiet neighborhood.

What makes this property unique

This rental has lots of space for family gatherings, weekend get-together with friends or just reserve one or the other floor for an intimate stay.

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English