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The Great River Retreat on Mississippi backwaters: views, modern & peaceful!!
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 122200 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1 - main floor
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
+2
3 Single Beds and 3 Double Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
The Great River Retreat on Mississippi backwaters: views, modern & peaceful!!
The Great River Retreat (main house to the currently rented guest House VRBO Listing #480979) nestled between the small riverside towns of Alma and Nelson, Wisconsin, this home sits on the backwaters of the Mississippi. It is fully furnished and every detail of the house has been redone in the past few years. Whether you enjoy your evenings sitting by the fireplace, watching a movie on the big screen, socializing by the bar, listening to the trains roll through on the beautifully screened porch (overlooking the river), or spend it by the campfire - you will find a way to cozy in! You'll notice our modern decor with an inviting outdoor touch throughout the home keeping it very comfortable along with the beautiful landscaping you'll enjoy as you make your way around the property. Spring of 2016, we took the 3 car garage and workout room and turned it into a HUGE rec room for a great place for our groups to gather and entertain without ever having to leave the property! Included in the rec room is a custom made bar, dart board, pool table and a social nook with 3 comfy couches to hang out and enjoy. The room above the rec room is a bonus room with additional sleeping (3 fulls and 3 twin beds) to accommodate larger groups.
If you're looking for an escape for larger groups check out our adjacent property (which is set up to sleep 6 comfortably) for availability and book them both!!
As a guest here, you’ll have access to the water and use of our dock so that you can fish, swim, or just relax. We have a few kayaks down by the water for your group to use and if you’d like, the Alma Marina is a quick 4 miles away and has pontoon rentals available.
If you're looking for an escape for larger groups check out our adjacent property (which is set up to sleep 6 comfortably) for availability and book them both!!
As a guest here, you’ll have access to the water and use of our dock so that you can fish, swim, or just relax. We have a few kayaks down by the water for your group to use and if you’d like, the Alma Marina is a quick 4 miles away and has pontoon rentals available.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Alma
Located in Alma, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Wings Over Alma and Castlerock Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Pepin Depot Museum and LARK Carousel. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Alma, WI
What's nearby
- National Eagle Center - 10 min drive - 13.9 km
- Coffee Mill Ski Area - 13 min drive - 16.3 km
- Villa Bellezza - 18 min drive - 24.3 km
- Winona State University - 42 min drive - 56.5 km
- Lake Pepin Golf Course - 43 min drive - 44.5 km
Restaurants
- Subway - 11 min drive
- Wabasha Warehouse Liqour - 12 min drive
- Dairy Queen - 14 min drive
- Eagle Valley Cafe - 13 min drive
- Red Ram Saloon - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
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Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
27 Feb, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
jodi m.
20 Oct, 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
jodi m.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sonja G.
4 Mar, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend trip
Sonja G.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sarah D.
1 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious house with a view
Sarah D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
steve s.
21 Feb, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ice fishermen
steve s.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Drew J.
15 May, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bachelor party
Drew J.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Briana C.
16 Aug, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for entertaining
Briana C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
10 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
6/10 Okay
Kim N.
2 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent house, trains, trains, trains!
Kim N.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
14 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls Weekend!
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
6/10 Okay
Samantha L.
1 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Large home; small yard and weird layout
Samantha L.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tia N.
15 Oct, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Plenty of space.
Tia N.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Tyler E.
8 Aug, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home in a great place
Tyler E.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Sarah B.
17 Jul, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful weekend
Sarah B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Nate A.
6 Jun, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time
Nate A.
10/10 Excellent
Andrew H.
1 Jun, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One amazing memorial day weekend!
Andrew H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Stoney S.
2 Feb, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it. Will be back!
Stoney S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
10/10 Excellent
Cassie Q.
23 Jan, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a cool getaway!
Cassie Q.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
10/10 Excellent
M
9 Nov, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bachlorette Party
M
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
10/10 Excellent
Kaycee R.
23 Sept, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to stay for a big family wedding
Kaycee R.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Claire H.
27 Aug, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great riverside escape!
Claire H.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Tina M.
26 Aug, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mississippi Adventure
Tina M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Dean S.
13 Aug, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Dean S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
Todd S.
10 Aug, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent river vacation with friends and family!
Todd S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
Justine M.
23 Jun, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for Big Groups!
Justine M.
About the host
Hosted by Jeremiah & Jessica Flotterud
We are parents of 3 young children who love every aspect of this wonderful home and gorgeous location.
Why they chose this property
Current property owners to another VRBO property we've managed since 2013, we fell in love with every detail of this home.
Languages:
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