Spacious & Cozy home on The Apple River- Hiking, Tubing, Skiing, Racing, 12+ ppl
Welcome to the Apple River Retreat, your idyllic riverside getaway in the heart of Star Prairie, Wisconsin. Nestled along the tranquil banks of the Apple River, our property offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and comfortable living, housing up to 12+ guests. With inviting outdoor spaces, stunning river views, and cozy interiors, this retreat promises a memorable & relaxing escape. Whether you're seeking adventure or simply a peaceful riverside retreat, you'll find it here! Enjoy what the Village of Star Prairie has to offer during ALL seasons! Come for riverside fun, hiking, town festivals, tubing, kayaking, music concerts, and MORE in the summer, come see the STUNNING fall colors in the fall right from your bedroom window, or bring your skis or snowmobiles and enjoy the winter! Work-from-home-ers! Bring your set up and enjoy our FAST and FREE wifi for your use while you work on projects and take breaks to bask in the beauty of the Apple River! We are walking distance from MANY amazing local bars and restaurants as well as a great coffee shop, pizza and ice cream shop, and a great localy owned Thrift Store! Or venture into New Richmond for more things to do (more cafe's, restaurants, a winery, nail/hair salons, distillery, and many more!).
Please take a look at our Welcome Book when you check in for more great sites and things to do!
Welcome home!
**The space** When you walk in, you will be greated by a large living room that has 1 large couch, an arm chair, and a smart TV. From there, you can either go through the living room to reach the garage door on the right, or venture into the breakfast nook area where you have full views of the river through our floor to ceiling widows and lofted wood panneling ceilings. The kitchen and the main dining room are to the left as well as the door to the upper deck where you can find outdoor seating and a grill for your use during your stay. At night, venture out to one of our 3 outdoor spaces; the upper deck, the lower patio, or the dock over the water and watch the stars while having a bonfire at one of our 2 bonfire fits (on the lower patio or right by the water on the dock).
The kitchen has the following; refrigerator, electric stove and oven, microwave, Keurig coffee machine (Complimentary tea, coffee, and creamer are ready for you during your stay), toaster, air fryer, wine/beer fridge, and various cooking materials. The kitchen comes fully stocked with knives, forks, spoons, knife set, dinner plates, small plates, cups, mugs, and wine glasses.
The bedrooms have the following:
Bedroom 1: A/C unit in room! 1 king bed (Sleeps 2), dresser, closet space, full views of the river, and 2 side tables.
Bedroom 2: A/C unit in room! 1 queen bed (sleeps 2), dresser, closet space, views of the river, 2 side tables with charging capabilities.
Bedroom 3: A/C Unit in room! 2 full beds (can sleep 4 or 2 comfortably), dresser, closet space, 1 side table, closet space.
Bedroom 4: 2 single beds
Sofa Bed in the basement: The smaller couch in the basement pulls out to be a queen sized bed and can sleep 2 or 1 comfortably.
The basement has 1 couch and 1 L-shaped sectional, a smart TV, and a wet bar with margarita glassess for your use as well as a margarita machine.
**Guest access** We use a smart lock to allow guest to enter the home when they want to check in on or after 3pm on check in day. You will recieve a code the day of your reservation that will be your personal code to use during your stay at the Apple River Retreat.
*Other things to note* This place is perfect for all seasons! Snowmobilers - come park your snowmobile in our garage while you warm up inside after a day of fun. Skiiers - come park your boots and skis in our gararge or front entry way and warm up inside the house while viewing the stunning views of the river between runs at Trollhaugen.
Summer- enjoy all the city as to offer during the summer months from tubing, kayaking (renting from JJ's outpost right down the road), the various festivals that happen every week in the town of Star Prairie, or the various walking trails that are in and around Star Praire and New Richmond.
Our town is less than 500 people and has so much to offer and so many fun things to do, so please be respecful of the community that is already here and be respecful of noise and pick up after yourself :)
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Only children under 150lbs are allowed on Top bunk
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Pets
No pets allowed
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No pets
No smoking
No glass in or by in the river
Important information
You need to know
Property # 3804521vb
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
This property uses some solar energy
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
About the area
Star Prairie
Located in Star Prairie, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. 45th Parallel Distillery and New Richmond Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Rutstrum Wildlife Management Area and Willow River State Park. River's Edge Apple River Campground and Apple River Hideaway are also worth visiting.
River's Edge Apple River Campground - 12 min drive - 22.8 km
Somerset Amphitheater - 16 min drive - 25.7 km
Willow River State Park - 18 min drive - 31.2 km
St. Croix Casino Turtle Lake - 39 min drive - 61.7 km
Restaurants
McDonald's - 9 min drive
Azul Tequila Grill and Bar - 8 min drive
Mamma Mia’s Pie Shop - 12 min drive
Wild Badger Sports Saloon - 9 min drive
Not Justa Cafe - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Spacious & Cozy home on The Apple River- Hiking, Tubing, Skiing, Racing, 12+ ppl pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Spacious & Cozy home on The Apple River- Hiking, Tubing, Skiing, Racing, 12+ ppl?
As of 8 Jun, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spacious & Cozy home on The Apple River- Hiking, Tubing, Skiing, Racing, 12+ ppl on 4 Nov, 2026 start from S$795, 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 & Cozy home on The Apple River- Hiking, Tubing, Skiing, Racing, 12+ ppl?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Spacious & Cozy home on The Apple River- Hiking, Tubing, Skiing, Racing, 12+ ppl?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Spacious & Cozy home on The Apple River- Hiking, Tubing, Skiing, Racing, 12+ ppl?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Spacious & Cozy home on The Apple River- Hiking, Tubing, Skiing, Racing, 12+ ppl located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Apple River and within 9 mi (15 km) of New Richmond Heritage Center and Westfields Hospital. 45th Parallel Distillery and New Richmond Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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This was the perfect place to stay when in town for a wedding in the New Richmond area or to enjoy all the Summer activities that are around. We did not have kids with but there was many things for all ages to do. Several places to both gather and entertain or relax and rejuvenate. The hosts were the best and lots of amenities. Best place to stay in the area.
Apple river house was very pleasant, easy to find everything, plenty of space for large get togethers. Great access to the Apple river if you are interested in tubing and very close to the cedar lake raceway. Really enjoyed our stay and would stay here again.
I would never stay at this place again. It smelled musty no matter what we tried to do to get rid of the smell. The deck and chair cushions were filthy. I was told this was the closest place to the “weddings at the Shed” in Amery but it wasn’t. The blinds were broken, the air conditioners were so loud we couldn’t run them and try to sleep. The toilet paper holder fell off the wall when we used it. We were very disappointed and would Hope we would get refunded.
Jill G.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Nov, 2025
We’re sorry to hear you felt disappointed with your stay. Had we been made aware of any concerns during your visit, we would have gladly addressed them right away, but unfortunately no communication was received from you at the time. We always encourage guests to reach out so we can ensure a comfortable experience.
Regarding the furnishings, our team regularly inspects and cleans the property, including the outdoor cushions, and they were in good condition prior to your arrival. We regret that your impression differed.
Additionally, we want to clarify that our listing does not advertise proximity to Weddings at the Shed. Any location references you may have seen are generated internally by VRBO, and we have no control over how they choose to display nearby venues.
We take pride in maintaining our property and providing accurate information, and we regret that your expectations were not met.