Spacious & secluded grand home near Kickapoo River, Bike Trails, & ATV routes
A private road leads to New Haven Manor Vacation Stay and Event Venue, where peace and tranquility is found. This grand home is nestled on 80 acres of woodland and pasture. In March 2021, it became part of the historic Devil's Hole Ranch. The ranch has a website. Guests can Google it and find out the history and reason for the name of our ranch. Occasionally, cattle or horses graze in the pasture. The land beyond the barbed wire fence to the left (west) when approaching the house belongs to the neighbors. They occasionally have cow/ calf pairs grazing. Don't enter their property. Mama cows can be dangerous if they feel their calves are threatened.
There are six actual bedrooms, while the landing at the top of the spiral staircase is large enough to have the two twins combined into a trundle bed. So, while not an actual bedroom, the landing serves as a sleeping space complete with a wardrobe and a large dresser for guest's clothes and belongings. There is also a traditional staircase that has a sturdy handrail. There are three large full bathrooms, a newly remodeled all-purpose room in the garage area with twin beds, a queen bed, and a couch. This lovely home has 5,000 sq. ft. of living space!
New Haven is a nature lover's paradise where wildlife abounds. It's the perfect place to unwind and/or reunite with friends and family for reunions, special events like weddings, seminars, etc. In the heart of Amish country, within minutes, you can be riding the Sparta-Elroy bicycle trail, canoeing the Kickapoo River, enjoying Wildcat Mt. State Park or the Kickapoo Reserve. Cook Creek has trout, and it runs right through the property.
SLEEPING SPACES AND BATHROOMS #1 The Primary Bedroom and bathroom. Luxurious, spacious, and exotic King bed, night stands, couch, upholstered chair and ottoman, dresser, several lamps, luggage cube, full-size mirror, central air, and ceiling fan with light. Oversized bathtub, separate shower, double sinks, skylight, large closet.
#2 The attached bedroom to the primary. Door from Primary and door from hall, queen bed, night stand, reading lamp, large dresser with mirror, cental air, ceiling fans, closet, new windows and a view of the front lawn.
#3 The Walk Through... leads to the bonus room. Althought it has a door to the upstairs hall and another into the bonus room above the garage, the room is not totally private. It has a queen bed, chair, luggage table, closet, night stand with lamp, cental air, and ceiling fan.
#4 Decend a short flight of stairs into "The Puppy Palace" bonus room. Wall vented AC. Separate furnace. Ceiling fan with light. large screen TV, 1 king bed, 1 double bed, occasional chair and ottoman, 2 sofa sectionals, 2 large coffee tables, children's books, and lots of stuffed dogs.
#5 The Sleigh Bedroom. Queen sleigh bed, night stand with lamp, dresser with mirror, chair, closet, central air, and ceiling fan with light.
#6 The Four Poster Queen four-post bed, night stands with lamps, dresser with mirror, armchair, floor lamp, closet, central air, and ceiling fan.
#7 The Spiral Staircase Landing. Twin trundle beds, dresser, wardrobe, floor lamp, ceiling fan, skylight, and central air.
#8 The newly remodeled all-purpose room is located in the former two car garage. This room is insulated, heated, and has a window AC unit ( seasonal). There's sleeping space for five in this room. It features twin beds, a queen bed, a couch, wardrobe for clothing, a game table with 7 chairs, a full size side by side refrigerator/freezer, a long counter to use as a drop space at check-in or as a buffet serving area, two large trash cans, folding chairs for campfire use, and a big screen TV suitable for streaming shows or watching DVD's. It has western decor.
Bathroom #2 Upstairs (near the spiral staircase landing) Tub with shower only (not for bathing) sink, and toilet. There are stairs to get into the tub/shower.
Bathroom #3 Main floor Oversized bathtub with a step to get into it. Separate shower, double sinks, toilet. Laundry room is currently out of service. There's a keypad code locked door to a back entrance and steps to the basement. The basement can be used as a storm shelter. There are gallon jugs of water for toilet flushing incase of a power outage. Well water and septic system.
Additional description... The Primary Bedroom is a suite with one of the bathrooms. There's a queen bedroom that can be accessed through the primary or from the hall door. The primary is very spacious and has exotic decor. There is a walk through queen bedroom on the way to the "Puppy Palace" bonus room above the garage. It should be noted that this room is not very private. Please study over the pictures or contact Paula with questions and concerns about adequate sleeping space.
Guest access Secluded and away from it all, New Haven Manor is located on an 80-acre section of the historic Devil's Hole Ranch. This property was added to the ranch in March of 2021. Beginning on May 19, 2023, the ranch changed to a program of grazing yearling steers after 80 years as a cow-calf operation. So, during grass season, the cattle in the pasture graze on our land. The goal is to put weight on these yearlings before they become feeder cattle. Since the cattle are fresh to our pastures, we have reinforced our fences with new areas that are visible from the house. The grounds at New Haven Manor feature a firepit area and a large flat expanse of lawn perfect for wedding ceremonies and large tents for receptions. The old barn was burned down and excavation of that area is scheduled in the near future. Meanwhile, guests need to avoid that area and enjoy the other areas of the spacious yard.
Other things to note: Mobility issues New Haven is a farmhouse with two major additions. Therefore, within the house on both levels, there are step ups and step downs. We have a sofa bed and two couches on the main level for those who can't navigate a staircase. Besides the spiral staircase, there is a traditional staircase with a sturdy railing to go upstairs. There is a garage entry that has fewer steps than the walk to the front door, but still has several steps to get into the house.
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 3 total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Wash dishes
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
There are emergency candles in the pantry, but overall candles should not be used indoors except in the case of a power outage.
I have rags on hand for cleaning up pets, etc.
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Property # 2631184vb
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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 60
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
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
Norwalk
Located in Norwalk, this holiday home is in a rural area. Deke Slayton Memorial Space and Bicycle Museum and Area Community Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Howard Huff Park and Dregne's Scandinavian Gifts. Travelling with kids? Consider Tom Gomez Park and Gaylord Park. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.
Wildcat Mountain State Park - 19 min drive - 11.6 km
Kickapoo Valley Reserve - 23 min drive - 16.2 km
Kickapoo Valley Reserve Visitor Center - 33 min drive - 30.6 km
Elroy Sparta State Trail - 36 min drive - 37.2 km
LaCrosse River Trail - 37 min drive - 38.2 km
Getting around
Tomah Station - 39 min drive
Restaurants
VFW wilton - 20 min drive
Lil's Korner Bar - 20 min drive
Wild Cat Mountain Bar & Grill - 12 min drive
The Place - 21 min drive
Bailey's Diner - 20 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Spacious & secluded grand home near Kickapoo River, Bike Trails, & ATV routes pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Spacious & secluded grand home near Kickapoo River, Bike Trails, & ATV routes?
As of 19 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spacious & secluded grand home near Kickapoo River, Bike Trails, & ATV routes on 26 Aug, 2026 start from S$952, 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 Spacious & secluded grand home near Kickapoo River, Bike Trails, & ATV routes?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Spacious & secluded grand home near Kickapoo River, Bike Trails, & ATV routes?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Spacious & secluded grand home near Kickapoo River, Bike Trails, & ATV routes?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Spacious & secluded grand home near Kickapoo River, Bike Trails, & ATV routes located?
This family-friendly Norwalk holiday home is located in a rural location, 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Kickapoo River, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Wildcat Mountain State Park and Mount Pisgah Hemlock-Hardwoods State Natural Area. Kickapoo Valley Reserve State Natural Area is 9.5 mi (15.3 km) away.
About the host
Hosted by Paula Menn
I am a former Speech, Drama and English teacher. I enjoy managing and decorating my vacation rental and manage several other rural rental properties. As a co-owner of the historic Devil's Hole Ranch with my husband, Dr. Jeff Menn, I host a variety of events each year for our large family and many friends. Together we have 21 grandchildren ages 0-22. Our oldest grandchild made us great-grandparents in June of 2026!
Why they chose this property
We bought this property as an additional 80 acres to our ranch in March, 2021. I redecorated the house to reflect our ranch lifestyle. I enjoy hosting guests from all walks of life!
What makes this property unique
New Haven Manor Vacation Stay and Event Venue is the perfect place for multi-generational family reunions, weddings, retreats, seminars and the like. It had been operating as a vacation stay for several years prior to our purchase in March 2021. The house can comfortably sleep 19, but more can be accommodated if guests bring air mattresses or even tents. The newly remodeled (summer of 2023) double car garage now serves as an all-purpose room. It makes loading in and out much easier and has a long counter to set groceries on upon arrival. There's an extra full size refrigerator for overflow food, beverages and ice. It can sleep 5 people and has a smart TV.
Languages:
English
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