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Becwar House . . . at the Mississippi River
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 10
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Prairie du Chien, WI
- Villa Louis13 min walk
- St. Feriole Island Park2 min drive
- Effigy Mounds National Monument15 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Double Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower
Bathroom 2
Shower only
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
About this property
Becwar House . . . at the Mississippi River
Welcome to Becwar House, a completely renovated and improved home that was built in 1905 and owned by our family since 1951. After purchasing the property from my family in July, 2020, I spent a full year renovating every room, bringing a refreshed look while maintaining the comfortable feel and character of an older family home.
The space
Improvements to the house included the removal of old space consuming radiators and the installation of a new state-of-the-art heating and cooling system, particularly designed for older homes. The new open floor plan on the first level is great for larger groups or families. You will also find many other modern conveniences of home:
• Fully stocked kitchen
• Free WiFI
• Washer/Dryer
• Comfortable beds
• Multiple spaces to gather in both large or small group settings
Guest access
AREA ATTRACTIONS
• Mississippi River – Becwar House is only two blocks from the river, with
access to a playground, picnic shelter, kayak and canoe rentals, and boat
launches
• Religious Services – St. Gabriel’s Catholic Church is across the street.
Also, the grade school playground is on the same block
• Downtown business area is within easy walking distance - 5 blocks
HOUSE OVERVIEW:
KITCHEN: This room was redesigned to provide more open space with all new appliances and lighting. If you’re looking to make some meals during your stay, you’ll find it’s well equipped with dishes, utensils, pots, pans, blender, coffee maker, etc., along with every appliance you’ll need, including a dish washer. It even includes a coffee station with free coffee (caffeinated and de-caffeinated) and filters, tea, condiments, and device recharging receptacles (4 USBs) and cable.
DINING ROOM: This a great room for meals and social gatherings with a large farmhouse style dining room table that seats 8 comfortably and a large buffet, soon to be stocked with plenty of board and card games.
BATHROOMS
• Bathroom 1 – Located on the first floor next to the kitchen with shower.
• Bathroom 2 – Located on the second floor with tub and shower. Please
note the vanity contains docking space and power sources
for both a hair dryer and a curler.
LAUNDRY: A full-sized stackable washer and dryer are located on the second floor in the hallway next to the master bedroom.
BEDROOMS
• Bedroom 1 – First floor bedroom has a queen size bed
• Bedroom 2 – Second floor West bedroom has two twin beds
• Bedroom 3 – Second floor South bedroom has a queen size bed
• Bedroom 4 – Second floor East master bedroom has a king size bed
LIVING ROOM: The living room is off of the dining room area on the first floor. It provides comfortable seating and ample lighting, plus a comfy sleeper sofa. This room also has a large 55” flat screen TV, free WiFi, and free access to YouTube TV, Prime Video, and Netflix.
PORCHES: The front porch provides a separate area to relax in a comfy chair to read a book or nap or for more private conversations away from the main living areas. It’s also has air conditioning vents for a comfortable guest setting. The back porch also provides addition space for two people to visit and sit for morning coffee.
OUTDOOR FEATURES
• Spacious new patio with gas grill and propane tank
• Patio furniture is in the works, but for now only a few lawn chairs. If you
have a larger group and enjoy relaxing outdoors together, you may want
to bring extra chairs
• Parking – long driveway provides ample room for multiple vehicles in
addition to street parking on both sides of this corner lot
Other things to note
No keys to lose or to return! This property provides secure, keyless entry with an August Smart Lock. You can lock and unlock the door with your smartphone, using a unique virtual key, or personal entry code issued to you for the duration of your stay.
The space
Improvements to the house included the removal of old space consuming radiators and the installation of a new state-of-the-art heating and cooling system, particularly designed for older homes. The new open floor plan on the first level is great for larger groups or families. You will also find many other modern conveniences of home:
• Fully stocked kitchen
• Free WiFI
• Washer/Dryer
• Comfortable beds
• Multiple spaces to gather in both large or small group settings
Guest access
AREA ATTRACTIONS
• Mississippi River – Becwar House is only two blocks from the river, with
access to a playground, picnic shelter, kayak and canoe rentals, and boat
launches
• Religious Services – St. Gabriel’s Catholic Church is across the street.
Also, the grade school playground is on the same block
• Downtown business area is within easy walking distance - 5 blocks
HOUSE OVERVIEW:
KITCHEN: This room was redesigned to provide more open space with all new appliances and lighting. If you’re looking to make some meals during your stay, you’ll find it’s well equipped with dishes, utensils, pots, pans, blender, coffee maker, etc., along with every appliance you’ll need, including a dish washer. It even includes a coffee station with free coffee (caffeinated and de-caffeinated) and filters, tea, condiments, and device recharging receptacles (4 USBs) and cable.
DINING ROOM: This a great room for meals and social gatherings with a large farmhouse style dining room table that seats 8 comfortably and a large buffet, soon to be stocked with plenty of board and card games.
BATHROOMS
• Bathroom 1 – Located on the first floor next to the kitchen with shower.
• Bathroom 2 – Located on the second floor with tub and shower. Please
note the vanity contains docking space and power sources
for both a hair dryer and a curler.
LAUNDRY: A full-sized stackable washer and dryer are located on the second floor in the hallway next to the master bedroom.
BEDROOMS
• Bedroom 1 – First floor bedroom has a queen size bed
• Bedroom 2 – Second floor West bedroom has two twin beds
• Bedroom 3 – Second floor South bedroom has a queen size bed
• Bedroom 4 – Second floor East master bedroom has a king size bed
LIVING ROOM: The living room is off of the dining room area on the first floor. It provides comfortable seating and ample lighting, plus a comfy sleeper sofa. This room also has a large 55” flat screen TV, free WiFi, and free access to YouTube TV, Prime Video, and Netflix.
PORCHES: The front porch provides a separate area to relax in a comfy chair to read a book or nap or for more private conversations away from the main living areas. It’s also has air conditioning vents for a comfortable guest setting. The back porch also provides addition space for two people to visit and sit for morning coffee.
OUTDOOR FEATURES
• Spacious new patio with gas grill and propane tank
• Patio furniture is in the works, but for now only a few lawn chairs. If you
have a larger group and enjoy relaxing outdoors together, you may want
to bring extra chairs
• Parking – long driveway provides ample room for multiple vehicles in
addition to street parking on both sides of this corner lot
Other things to note
No keys to lose or to return! This property provides secure, keyless entry with an August Smart Lock. You can lock and unlock the door with your smartphone, using a unique virtual key, or personal entry code issued to you for the duration of your stay.
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Amenities
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Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Prairie Du Chien
Prairie Du Chien is home to this holiday home. Barnyard 9 Golf Course and Eagles Landing Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mississippi River and Marquette Mitigation Sites Wildlife Management Area. Charles Wacouta Aquatic Park and Fort Fun Park are also worth visiting.
Prairie du Chien, WI
What's nearby
- Villa Louis - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- St. Feriole Island Park - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
- Driftless Area Wetlands Centre - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
- Effigy Mounds National Monument - 15 min drive - 12.0 km
- Pikes Peak State Park - 17 min drive - 12.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 3 min drive
- Culver's - 6 min drive
- Huckleberry's Restaurant - 6 min drive
- Casey's General Store - 4 min drive
- China House - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by John Becwar

Premier Host
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