The Rookery: the Perfect other home when you're away from your own nest.
The Rookery is a 4-bedroom, mid-century family home. John Turner built it for his growing family in 1949. His business was oil. There is still a Turner Oil Station on Highway 12. Many of the local residents still remember playing in the house as children. It was built with all the modern conveniences of the time, and has a spacious yet cozy feel. You'll find 4 bedrooms in the upstairs level: The master bedroom is an elegant room with a king-sized 4 poster bed, a cozy chair for reading, a huge closet, and a large chifferobe. The next room is a spacious queen room with a sleigh bed, vanity, large closet, and another beautiful chifferobe. Next is the twin room. It's perfect for kids or for those who prefer their own bed. Facing the back yard, this quiet room has 2 comfortable maple twin beds, and a large closet. The last bedroom is another queen room. It's cozy, quiet, and oh, so comfortable. Facing the east, it overlooks the large back yard, and greets you with a sunny "good morning." There is also a bathroom with tub and shower, vanity, and double sink. The main floor consists of a large living room with a gas fireplace, a formal dining room, cheery breakfast nook, fabulous mid-century kitchen, and a relaxing three-season sunroom. There is a video camera located outdoors.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Turn A/C up to 78 or heat down to 60.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
If caught smoking or having a pet in the house, guests will be charged an additional $400 to have the carpets professionally cleaned.
Important information
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Property # 866634vb
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 first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Baraboo
Located in Baraboo, this holiday home is in the city centre and near a water park. Some of the area's popular attractions include Kalahari Indoor Waterpark and Noah's Ark Waterpark. Travelling with kids? Consider Mt. Olympus Water and Theme Park and Ochsner Zoo. Kayaking and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
International Clown Hall of Fame & Research Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Ochsner Zoo - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Circus World Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Getting around
Wisconsin Dells Station - 18 min drive
Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 54 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Culver's - 3 min drive
Log Cabin Family Restaurant - 3 min drive
Bella Vita - 11 min walk
Driftless Glen Distillery - 13 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is The Rookery: the Perfect other home when you're away from your own nest. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Rookery: the Perfect other home when you're away from your own nest.?
As of 11 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Rookery: the Perfect other home when you're away from your own nest. on 22 May 2026 start from £365, 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 The Rookery: the Perfect other home when you're away from your own nest.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Rookery: the Perfect other home when you're away from your own nest.?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Rookery: the Perfect other home when you're away from your own nest.?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Rookery: the Perfect other home when you're away from your own nest. located?
Located in the centre of Baraboo, this family-friendly holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Al. Ringling Mansion, Al. Ringling Theatre and International Clown Hall of Fame & Research Center. Ochsner Zoo and Circus World Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great place to be with family, visit special spots in Baraboo, walk downtown and to library. We have stayed here before and would definitely come back in the future. Highly recommend this home
Loved our stay at The Rookery! Fantastic location within walking distance of downtown shops and restaurants. Quiet and comfortable house with lots of room for everyone.
We return to this property frequently to enjoy all that Baraboo and Devils Lake has to offer. We love this house and look forward to returning in the future.
This was our second stay at the Rookery. It is perfect for our family of seven. Excellent location for visiting Devils Lake, Parfreys Glen, Pewetts Nest, and the Dells. The owner is very responsive. The only reason I would hesitate to give it a great review is I want it to be available next time we visit the area.
The house was comfortably large in a small town neighborhood located 10 minutes from Devils Lake and 20 minutes from Wisconsin Dells. It is a beautiful and fun area and we enjoyed it.
This became like home over our stay of a week. It was a perfect location for walking to the center of town to experience the restaurants and other attractions. For someone who lives a distance from such things it was very welcome!
We had a wonderful time, with lots to do at the Wisconsin Dells. It was nice after a long day to come home and relax. Very accommodating with our large family and the finished basement was a pleasant surprise. We would definitely recommend staying here!
Michael H.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2022
Thank you! Come back anytime!
About the host
Hosted by Laura and Mark Hamdan-Krause
Mark and Laura are long-time Baraboo residents with a huge love for their little town. Active in their community through theatre, schools, church, and membership in community supported agriculture, they've found that living in a small community gives them superior quality of life. Mark's been a teacher for 15 years, and Laura works for an estate lawyer.
Why they chose this property
Lovingly built for a growing family in 1949, this home was made to be lived in. It's centrally located with effortless access to a vast number of entertainment and activity options. With lots of room, a great location, huge yard, abundant off-street parking, incredible floor plan. This home was begging to be filled with guests!
What makes this property unique
For chilly winter nights, there's a cozy gas fireplace. Warm summer evenings beg for the shady backyard. Autumn afternoons call for reading in the sunroom. And at the end of a long day, the beds beckon weary travelers. The huge dining room table is a great place to bring a family together for dinner, games, or to re-hash the highlights of the day. Every room has a comfy, welcoming ambience.