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Cozy Farmhouse Retreat, Climb lighthouse, Acres to explore, Dogs ok, Amenities!

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A lighthouse with a distinctive black and white striped pattern, a red roof, and a small adjacent structure.
A living room with a plaid sofa, a wooden chair, a small round table, a television, and a cabinet.
A spacious living area with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a patterned rug. A staircase leads to an upper level.
A dining area with a round wooden table and four chairs.
A dining room with a wooden table, chairs, a vase of flowers, a painting, and curtains.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Cuba City, WI
  • Place, Gile Cheese Store
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Wisconsin-Platteville
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Galena Golf Club
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

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

About this property

Cozy Farmhouse Retreat, Climb lighthouse, Acres to explore, Dogs ok, Amenities!

Lighthouse Bungalow is a quaint country farmhouse with adjacent 4 acres (groomed) which allows guest the time to relax, refuel, and experience life in a private country setting. A great place to observe stars, wildlife, and a wonderful place to slow down from the fast pace of life. This vacation rental is in the Driftless Area of Southwest WI which has some incredible amenities to explore which are vastly different from other areas of Wisconsin.

This rental is very close to a large network of ATV/UTV trails in Lafayette and Grant County, WI.

Come Stargaze, enjoy a picnic, make smores, enjoy a campfire, sleep outdoors! There are apple trees, grape vines and asparagus on the property.

Visit the Tri-State area from this property; UW Platteville is 18 miles, Galena, IL is 22 miles, Dubuque IA is 26 miles, Madison WI is 1 hour and 20 minutes away.
Enjoy the 4 local State Parks; Gov. Dodge is 33 miles, Yellowstone is 27 miles, Wylusing is 61 miles, and Nelson Dewey is 44 miles. Don't forget, we are 20 miles from the Mississippi River, you can fish from the O'Leary Lake or on the Mississippi River!

Our location is conveniently located in the heart of farm country southwest Wisconsin. You can take your boat out to the lake and return home to a quiet setting with your family for the rest of the evening! Yellowstone Lake is closest to this location.

The property is located in the rural area of Cuba City Wisconsin, on County Road Q near County Road I. Once booked, we will provide the exact address. Thank you for looking and visiting the Vrbo website page for the “Lighthouse Bungalow” farmhouse rental. We look forward to hosting you!
Bob and Elaine Carns (your hosts)
T. Carns (online mgr)
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
$60.00EA, one fee, clean up after your dog.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3568941vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Cuba City

Located in Cuba City, this holiday home is in a rural area and next to a golf course. Badger Mine and Museum and Mining Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Rollo Jamison Museum and Old Market House. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.
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Cuba City, WI

What's nearby

  • Gile Cheese Store - 9 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Badger Mine and Museum - 18 min drive - 21.0 km
  • University of Wisconsin-Platteville - 21 min drive - 27.3 km
  • Galena Golf Club - 24 min drive - 27.8 km
  • Q Casino - 27 min drive - 37.8 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪New Diggings General Store - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪lawrence's pub n eatry - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Gangsters Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Red's Supper Club - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪BAR-tell - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Farmhouse Retreat, Climb lighthouse, Acres to explore, Dogs ok, Amenities! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Cozy Farmhouse Retreat, Climb lighthouse, Acres to explore, Dogs ok, Amenities!?

As of 9 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy Farmhouse Retreat, Climb lighthouse, Acres to explore, Dogs ok, Amenities! on 10 Nov 2026 start from £248, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Cozy Farmhouse Retreat, Climb lighthouse, Acres to explore, Dogs ok, Amenities!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Farmhouse Retreat, Climb lighthouse, Acres to explore, Dogs ok, Amenities!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Farmhouse Retreat, Climb lighthouse, Acres to explore, Dogs ok, Amenities!?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Cozy Farmhouse Retreat, Climb lighthouse, Acres to explore, Dogs ok, Amenities! located?

This family-friendly Cuba City holiday home is located in a rural location, 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from Gile Cheese Store, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Badger Mine and Museum and Dickeyville Grotto. Southwest Health is 11.6 mi (18.7 km) away.

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The lighthouse bungalow is a wonderful place in the country! The home is cozy and comfortable. Very close to many small towns and places of interest. We enjoy staying here especially because it is so laid back and quiet!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dianne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Apr 2026
Great to hear. Please come back and visit again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Great place!

Beautiful area. We enjoyed it!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2025
Thank you. Hope you visit again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MONICA E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jan 2026
Thank you
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W.

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

Wonderful place for visiting family

A perfect home away from home while visiting family!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Mar 2024
Thank you for staying with us, we are glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi J.

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

Great stay!

This was the perfect property for my family to spend qualitytime together over Thanksgiving.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan 2025
Thank you for choosing to stay at the Lighthouse Bungalow. Please visit again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful property! We loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marci L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property didn’t disappoint. It was so peaceful and beautiful. We would recommend this to all of our friends and family.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Apr 2026
Thank you! Please visit again one day.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MATT S.

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

Nice country home

This is my 3rd time at the Lighthouse.Very nice place,I will ve back next year for sure
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul 2025
Thank you
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonya L.

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

Amazing property!

We enjoyed this property and the hosts were responsive to our questions.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun 2024
Thank you for choosing the Lighthouse Bungalow, we hope to see you again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the lighthouse, playing ping pong, board games, and frisbee in the large lawn.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

francisco e.

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

City getaway

First time going around this area and there was no better place to stay than this beautiful home. I enjoyed it myself and so did my family as well. We'll be back for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct 2025
We are pleased to know you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for choosing the Lighthouse Bungalow. Please revisit in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter R.

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

Location was perfect for our Family Christmas

Owners were very quick to reply to any questions or requests.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Mar 2024
Thank you for staying with us, we are glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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

Lighthouse Bungalow

One of my favorite places ever.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jul 2024
Thank you, that makes us all happy to hear. Glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our go to place every summer! The farmhouse is clean,comfortable and close to many small towns. We love the rural setting as it is so peaceful.Bob and Elaine are gracious hosts who make sure we have everything we need. The lighthouse is amazing and the views are spectacular!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jul 2025
Thank you
Verified

8/10 Good

Trina M.

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

Great property

Love being out in the country!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov 2024
Thank you
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven C.

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

Wonderful

Comfortable, good location, quiet, and great views from the lighthouse.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun 2024
thank you for the review. we are glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

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

Peaceful, remote getaway

This property had so much to offer- peaceful sounds of the countryside; spacious outdoors for our dog and us to run, walk, and play yard games; lots to do including climbing the lighthouse and playing ping pong; plenty of inside sleeping options; and wonderful hosts who quickly respond. This was our fourth time renting this place, and we plan to do it again next year.
Beautiful view for morning coffee
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2025
Thank you. Glad you enjoyed your stay. Please visit again.
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathy K.

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

Family reunion

We had a family reunion in Benton and booked this place because it was nearby and we were intrigued by a lighthouse in the middle of corn fields. The house is comfortable and the grounds were lovely. It was so relaxing to stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2024
Thank you for staying with us. I hope you all had a wonderful family reunion.. I sure enjoyed meeting the four of you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric G.

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

End of the year getaway

Really enjoyed this typical cozy Wisconsin farmhouse. The owners were easy to communicate with and responsive. Loved the silo that was converted into a lighthouse. It’s a clean property and well worth the visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jun 2025
Thank you
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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

The farm

We love it here.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun 2024
Thank you, the Lighthouse Bungalow is a special place. Hope to see you again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela K.

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

We made wonderful memories!

We had a wonderful time at during a long weekend. The lighthouse and the large yard was a great for the kids - 5 through 16 - to explore! We were able to bring our dog and the the fully functional kitchen made the trip even better!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jul 2024
That makes us so happy to hear, there is so much to explore on 4 acres of land and I’m glad the children had a good time and the dog also!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank F.

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

Country home

Very nice country home which was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun 2024
We appreciate you choosing the Lighthouse Bungalow.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

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

Peaceful, open-spaced retreat

This was our third time staying in this comfortable home with old farmhouse charm and places within a beautiful and peaceful setting. The fact that we returned and will continue to do so speaks for itself.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul 2024
Thank you. Happy to hear you had a good time and enjoyed the property.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cherish C.

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

Nice

Very lovely house and property. There was not a single thing that we could have a complaint about!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2024
Thank you! Hope to have you all stay again another weekend in the future.

About the host

Hosted by Carns

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Robert (Bob) Carns originally bought this property in 1999 for his future place of retirement. He had lived here up until October of 2018 and then moved to an acreage near Dickeyville after his marriage to Elaine. He has a very strong tie to this property and has done a lot of work fixing up the house and adjacent buildings and has turned an old cement silo into the current Lighthouse and does not want to sell the property. Instead, Bob and Elaine work effortlessly to maintain the Lighthouse Bungalow and preserve it's attributes.
The rental property has been in the works for awhile. Bob's daughter Nina is the former property manager, and we regret to announce that she suddenly passed away.
She loved this property and will truly be missed by family and the many folks she interacted with when she managed this property (since 2020).

Why they chose this property

This property is in the heart of a large farming community. Peaceful and enchanting, creating a wonderful get-a-way! This property is the true definition of a country setting. Ath the top of the Lighthouse you can see for many miles in each direction. This area centers between several main cities, attractions and is not far from the Madison Airport. You can enjoy a day at the lake, be a tourist in Galena, visit the River Museum in Dubuque, travel to the zoo in Madison or just kick back and relax in the countryside. The tri-state area (Wisconsin, Illinois and Iowa) has much to offer your free time.

What makes this property unique

Privacy makes this property unique. There is a quiet atmosphere aligned with nature creating a great escape from the normal lives we lead to enter a wonderful indoor and outdoor situation to relax, enjoy the simple pleasures of life and connect with loved ones.

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