10/10 Excellent
Susan S.
18 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Susan S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Cabin
Amish cabin on 40 acres of woods and meadow
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Soldiers Grove, WI
- Place, Kickapoo River9 min drive
- Place, Viroqua Country Club23 min drive
- Place, Vernon Memorial Healthcare25 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
About this property
Amish cabin on 40 acres of woods and meadow
Located in the Driftless Region of Southwest Wisconsin this hand built Amish cabin sits on a ridge surrounded by 40 private acres of woods and meadow for hiking and exploring. Quiet rural setting for privacy but close enough to Viroqua, Gays Mills or Readstown for shopping groceries etc. In the main room a woodburning stove keeps things cozy. The kitchen is fully equipped with stove, oven, refrigerator, toaster, coffee grinder and all dishes and utensils. The bedroom and loft both have queen size beds, plus an aerobed, pack and play, and convertible sofa bed. High speed internet, television and a stereo/radio are available.
There is a Weber kettle for grilling and a firepit in the yard for starry night campfires.
We welcome guests of all faiths and creeds regardless of race, gender or sexual orientation.
Perfect for a retreat, or a base for exploring the regions parks and trout streams. We are dog friendly!
There is a $20 pet fee per dog, per night. Dogs only.
No hunting is allowed on the property.
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children welcome
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Pets considered
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please leave used bedding and towels in the bin in the bedroom.
Check for personal items, especially phone chargers, pet leashes and clothing on the coat rack.
Thanks for staying with us!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Soldiers Grove
Located in Soldiers Grove, this cabin is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tunnelville Cliffs State Natural Area and Kickapoo Valley Reserve, while Richland Museum & Visitor's Center and Richland County History Room are cultural highlights. West Side Park and Richland County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking nearby.
Soldiers Grove, WI
What's nearby
- Kickapoo River - 9 min drive - 11.7 km
- Viroqua Country Club - 23 min drive - 30.8 km
- Viroqua Clinic - 23 min drive - 31.2 km
- Vernon Memorial Healthcare - 25 min drive - 32.3 km
- Kickapoo Valley Reserve Visitor Center - 31 min drive - 30.9 km
Restaurants
- Rooster’s Bar - 11 min drive
- Country Gardens - 15 min drive
- Kickapoo Creekside - 11 min drive
- Kickapoo Corners - 11 min drive
- Roosters Bar - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Tomas O.
6 Feb, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tomas O.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
8/10 Good
alan w.
9 Nov, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
alan w.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
Jonathan G.
19 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jonathan G.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nina D.
24 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nina D.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bill C.
2 Dec, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bill C.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Owen G.
14 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Owen G.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Edward G.
29 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot
Edward G.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Charles H.
7 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
4 day stay
Charles H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Hersh S.
3 Nov, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great secluded getaway in the Driftless!
Hersh S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Beau J.
20 Jan, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Stay
Beau J.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Anna w.
1 Dec, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anna w.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dana S.
5 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot
Dana S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nina D.
7 Dec, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always love this cabin.
Nina D.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Nichole B.
2 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Romantic getaway
Nichole B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Staci C.
12 Nov, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, secluded cabin.
Staci C.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Travis H.
7 Dec, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Travis H.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bonnie P.
22 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getaway
Bonnie P.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nina D.
29 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I always love my stays here !
Nina D.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
John B.
4 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place
John B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nina D.
30 Sept, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful getaway for our family
Nina D.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Jeremy S.
16 Jan, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway
Jeremy S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
8/10 Good
Bonnie P.
22 Nov, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful get-away
Bonnie P.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kristine Z.
25 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing GetAway
Kristine Z.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer K.
8 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
peaceful
Jennifer K.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
About the host
Hosted by Paul Mertens and Cynthia Von Orthal
Cynthia and I are both artists, Cynthia is trained as an actor and puppeteer and also builds the puppets for shows she creates. We also work together, I'm a musician; saxophone and music production and arranging are my chief occupations.
We live and work in Chicago and have a daughter, Avalon who is 10 and who loves to spend time at the cabin.
We live and work in Chicago and have a daughter, Avalon who is 10 and who loves to spend time at the cabin.
Why they chose this property
We bought this land in 2007 because we have always dreamed of having a place of quiet and solitude to retreat, heal and meditate. The land was the back 40 acres of a dairy farm; woods, hills and meadow with an apple orchard, perfect for hiking and exploring. Our neighbors/caretakers are an Amish family and they use a portion of the meadow for grazing.
The land was undeveloped and we put in a well for water, electrical service and a driveway from Trout Creek Road to the ridge where the cabin sits.
The log cabin was built for us by Irwin Schmucker, a local Amish craftsman.
We hope our guests enjoy the quiet and seclusion that we find here.
The land was undeveloped and we put in a well for water, electrical service and a driveway from Trout Creek Road to the ridge where the cabin sits.
The log cabin was built for us by Irwin Schmucker, a local Amish craftsman.
We hope our guests enjoy the quiet and seclusion that we find here.
What makes this property unique
The Driftless Region is appealing to us because we have friends in the area and also because of it's unique topography and history. Untouched by the great glaciers, the hills and river valleys are ancient and uniquely scenic. The land was inhabited for millennia by Native American tribes who found rich land for hunting and fishing.
Nowdays the area has a mix of traditional and organic farming with a large Amish community. The town of Viroqua is close by on route 14 where you can find grocery, hardware, a nice food co op and restaurants. The area is also known for it's outstanding and plentiful trout streams, a prime destination for fly-fishing enthusiasts. We have enjoyed canoeing on the Wisconsin River, rentals are available in nearby Boscobel for day trips.
Nowdays the area has a mix of traditional and organic farming with a large Amish community. The town of Viroqua is close by on route 14 where you can find grocery, hardware, a nice food co op and restaurants. The area is also known for it's outstanding and plentiful trout streams, a prime destination for fly-fishing enthusiasts. We have enjoyed canoeing on the Wisconsin River, rentals are available in nearby Boscobel for day trips.
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