Wilson Schoolhouse Inn-----
Ideal For Family Gatherings Or 2-3 Couples
Return to Class in La Crosse, Wisconsin The Wilson Schoolhouse is located in a rural setting on 12 acres of woods, fields, and gardens only 8 minutes from historic downtown La Crosse. Rental includes the entire schoolhouse and will comfortably accommodate 2 to 8 adults during their stay. The old schoolhouse desks are replaced by modern, comfortable furniture. Where students once studied, you can now relax in comfort surrounded by Wisconsin hills, just a mile from the beautiful upper Mississippi River. The Wilson school was built in 1917 and functioned as a one-room school until 1965. It was recently restored and elegantly furnished to retain the "open" atmosphere of the original schoolhouse. It still maintains much of its original character and charm with the original slate blackboard and school desks. The schoolhouse is listed on the City of La Crosse, the State of Wisconsin, and National Register of Historic Buildings.
There is no charge for 1 child under the age of 12; please exclude this child when you request to book, but let us know that they will accompany you and what arrangements for beds that you will need.
There may be additional charges for larger gatherings or parties; please contact us regarding this.
La Crosse County Health Department License: HSAT-7QX6S6
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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There may be an extra charge for larger gatherings
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Pets
No pets allowed
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
There is a 2 night minimum 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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: There may be an extra charge for larger gatherings
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number HSAT-7QX6S6
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
La Crosse
Located in La Crosse, this holiday home is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mississippi River and Root River, while Dahl Auto Museum and Swarthout Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at La Crosse Center or La Crosse Fairgrounds Speedway. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Shrine of our Lady of Guadalupe - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
Viterbo University - 10 min drive - 9.2 km
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse - 12 min drive - 9.9 km
La Crosse Center - 13 min drive - 11.0 km
Oktoberfest Grounds - 14 min drive - 11.7 km
Getting around
La Crosse Station - 17 min drive
La Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal) - 25 min drive
Restaurants
Culver's - 4 min drive
McDonald's - 6 min drive
Starbucks - 4 min drive
Fiesta Mexicana - 2 min drive
All Star Lanes & Banquets - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Wilson Schoolhouse Inn-----
Ideal For Family Gatherings Or 2-3 Couples pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Wilson Schoolhouse Inn-----
Ideal For Family Gatherings Or 2-3 Couples?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Wilson Schoolhouse Inn-----
Ideal For Family Gatherings Or 2-3 Couples?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Wilson Schoolhouse Inn-----
Ideal For Family Gatherings Or 2-3 Couples located?
Located in the heart of La Crosse, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Shrine of our Lady of Guadalupe and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Mount La Crosse Ski Area. Gundersen Health System - La Crosse Medical Center and Gundersen HealthSystem are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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The numerous amenities, open layout, comfortable living spaces and cleanliness made this trip so enjoyable for the whole family. Our hosts really went above and beyond to make the stay stress-free. The kitchen was very functional and made for great, family dinners without the need to go out. We recommend this location and would return again!
Beautiful place full of history and nestled in the forest. Quiet place with awesome ambiance, open concept floor plan and close to town, the river, hiking trails and downhill skiing. Dick and Lisbeth were wonderful and very accommodating, will definitely stay with them again.
We were in town for a graduation so didn't spend a lot of time at the house, but loved the history layout of the Inn. The owners live close by and made sure we had everything we needed for our stay.
We loved the school house and the surrounding town of La Crosse! Owners were very accommodating and extremely nice! We hope to come back again for future adventures!
Great Place to stay. Location close enough to LaCross for all the events we were in town for. A little hard to find due to the trees in front of the building, especially in the dark.
We had an amazing stay at the Wilson Schoolhouse. The property itself was well maintained, full of amenities (coffee, snacks, tea, etc.) and so comfortable for a group of girlfriends. The location is accessible and close to town yet far enough away to allow for total relaxation. Lisbet, the owner, was lovely and thoughtful and just a delight! We all would highly recommend it for a getaway.
We loved the Wilson Schoolhouse and our two kids thought it was the coolest property they’ve stayed at. Close to everything in La Crosse with wonderful hospitality and anything we could have needed was in the house. We traveled with a bigger group, so we were a little nervous about the couch beds but they ended up being incredibly comfortable! Would stay again if in the area.
Overall very good place to stay. Bigger than I expected and more than enough room for the 3 of us. Right off of the highway but trust me, the traffic is never heard inside the house. Feels secluded but can be right inside LaCrosse in five minutes.
Perfect property for what we were looking. The schoolhouse is absolutely adorable. The common space is great for a large group get together! Easy to make large group meals, play board games, and enjoy company.
Our stay was very pleasant. The hosts were very helpful and made a special effort to meet us in person. The property is beautiful. Thank you so much for everything you did to make our stay in lacrosse a pleasant one. Everyone who is showed pictures of the Wilson school house was as charmed by it as we were.
Annemarie C.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Emily M., Wauwatosa, WI
16 Nov, 2017
Charming & spacious!
What a wonderful stay!! A friend and I planned a sewing weekend away and the school house had everything we needed! Plenty of work space, plenty of space to relax & a lovely kitchen to prepare meals. Beds & linens were cozy & the house was very clean. The owners were so friendly & brought was fresh flowers upon arrival! We will definitely be back!
We came to La Crosse for a car event and were looking for a relaxing private space. This home was ideal. Checking in and out could not have been easier, and the property was as clean as an operating room. The historical touches made it a cut above places we normally stay at. The owners have provided many historical references that really put this one room schoolhouse in perspective. It was truly one of the best stays we have had. Cannot reccomend it enough.
We had our family Christmas here and stayed 4 nights. The schoolhouse is absolutely beautiful and full of history. It is very interesting and they have photos and documentation from when it was a true one-room schoolhouse. The whole place is much larger than we anticipated. The basement bedrooms were very comfortable. The kitchen is very nicely stocked. The owners were very kind and helpful. We will be back for sure!
What a fantastic place! It was the ideal place for a "girl's weekend". The huge upstairs (the former classroom) with its high ceilings and completely open floor plan is full of natural light and comfortable, cozy seating. The kitchen was very well equipped, and we loved all of the history that is present in the house in the form of photos, etc.. The house is very close to La Crosse, and there are good places for hiking, coffee, and cocktails there. I would love to stay at the Wilson Schoolhouse again.
The school house was perfect for our weekend visit. The large open common room was beautiful. We had fun looking through the historic pictures. We only stayed a weekend but would love to come back for a longer trip. Close enough to town but out in a more rural spot. The downstairs has two good sized bedrooms, and a sleeper sofa in the downstairs common room that worked for one of our teens. We would definitely come back.
Owners have carefully preserved LaCrosse and American school house history by thoughtfully providing an opportunity to experience history up close. Our kids enjoyed the desks and chalkboard and imagining how school used to be in one room. I enjoyed the preserved history of the school house throughout the inn.
Warm and inviting owners who were easy to communicate with. All amenities our family could want (kids ages 2-16). Very clean considering it’s a historic building. Comfortable accommodations and looking forward to staying again. So many hiking trails and beautiful views not far from the inn!
Suzanne R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
About the host
Hosted by Richard & Lisbeth Reynertson
Languages:
English, Danish
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