The Rookery: the Perfect other home when you're away from your own nest.
The Rookery is a 4-bedroom, mid-century family home. John Turner built it for his growing family in 1949. His business was oil. There is still a Turner Oil Station on Highway 12. Many of the local residents still remember playing in the house as children. It was built with all the modern conveniences of the time, and has a spacious yet cozy feel. You'll find 4 bedrooms in the upstairs level: The master bedroom is an elegant room with a king-sized 4 poster bed, a cozy chair for reading, a huge closet, and a large chifferobe. The next room is a spacious queen room with a sleigh bed, vanity, large closet, and another beautiful chifferobe. Next is the twin room. It's perfect for kids or for those who prefer their own bed. Facing the back yard, this quiet room has 2 comfortable maple twin beds, and a large closet. The last bedroom is another queen room. It's cozy, quiet, and oh, so comfortable. Facing the east, it overlooks the large back yard, and greets you with a sunny "good morning." There is also a bathroom with tub and shower, vanity, and double sink. The main floor consists of a large living room with a gas fireplace, a formal dining room, cheery breakfast nook, fabulous mid-century kitchen, and a relaxing three-season sunroom. There is a video camera located outdoors.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Turn A/C up to 78 or heat down to 60.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
If caught smoking or having a pet in the house, guests will be charged an additional $400 to have the carpets professionally cleaned.
Important information
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Property # 866634vb
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 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
Baraboo
Located in Baraboo, this holiday home is in the city centre and near a water park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Devil's Lake State Park and popular attractions include Kalahari Indoor Waterpark and Noah's Ark Waterpark. Travelling with kids? Consider Mt. Olympus Water and Theme Park and Ochsner Zoo. Kayaking and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and hiking nearby.
International Clown Hall of Fame & Research Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Ochsner Zoo - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Circus World Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Getting around
Wisconsin Dells Station - 18 min drive
Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 54 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Balanced Rock Winery - 3 min drive
Log Cabin Family Restaurant - 3 min drive
Devil's Lake North Shore Chateau - 9 min drive
Tumbled Rock Brewery & Kitchen - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Rookery: the Perfect other home when you're away from your own nest. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at The Rookery: the Perfect other home when you're away from your own nest.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Rookery: the Perfect other home when you're away from your own nest.?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Rookery: the Perfect other home when you're away from your own nest.?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Rookery: the Perfect other home when you're away from your own nest. located?
Located in the centre of Baraboo, this family-friendly holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Al. Ringling Mansion, Al. Ringling Theatre and International Clown Hall of Fame & Research Center. Ochsner Zoo and Circus World Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).
About the host
Hosted by Laura and Mark Hamdan-Krause
Mark and Laura are long-time Baraboo residents with a huge love for their little town. Active in their community through theatre, schools, church, and membership in community supported agriculture, they've found that living in a small community gives them superior quality of life. Mark's been a teacher for 15 years, and Laura works for an estate lawyer.
Why they chose this property
Lovingly built for a growing family in 1949, this home was made to be lived in. It's centrally located with effortless access to a vast number of entertainment and activity options. With lots of room, a great location, huge yard, abundant off-street parking, incredible floor plan. This home was begging to be filled with guests!
What makes this property unique
For chilly winter nights, there's a cozy gas fireplace. Warm summer evenings beg for the shady backyard. Autumn afternoons call for reading in the sunroom. And at the end of a long day, the beds beckon weary travelers. The huge dining room table is a great place to bring a family together for dinner, games, or to re-hash the highlights of the day. Every room has a comfy, welcoming ambience.