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Farmhouse Apartment - Great River Road Historic Home (1898)

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

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2 bedrooms1 bathroom149 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
The price is ¥22,889
¥36,825 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 3 - Jun 4

Explore the area

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WI, Fountain City
  • Popular LocationWinona State University11 min drive
  • Popular LocationMinnesota Marine Art Museum13 min drive
  • Popular LocationSt. Mary's University of Minnesota17 min drive
  • AirportLa Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal)42 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Farmhouse Apartment - Great River Road Historic Home (1898)

Beautifully restored 1898 Victorian with River Views! This Farmhouse Apartment is located within the 1898 Joseph Fugina Historic Home, along the Great River Road on the Mississippi River. The apartment has 2 (Queen) bedrooms and 1 bathroom along with a fully equipped eat-in kitchen, formal dining space (great for games!) and a stunning sun-room/living room with amazing Mississippi River views! Outside patios and seating, and gas grill! Fast Wi-Fi and TVs in every bedroom and living room.
**Please note: located on the Great River Road, noise from the street and the rattle of passing trains may be heard in the home. Noise levels are generally low, but extremely light sleepers should consider the noise potential before booking. (Also, white noise machines are available in each suite for your comfort!)

Also - please note, that all all spaces within the apartment, as with all doors to your space, are completely private to you. Optionally, if desired, the Farmhouse 2 bedroom apartment space, MAY be rented alongside the Riverview 3 bedroom apartment space upstairs. The layout of the home would allow for interior access to both spaces simultaneously for a larger group needing 5 bedrooms.
We will not be present during your stay. Check-in and check-out are very easy and done on your own with a personalized electronic access code. If you need to get ahold of us, just send a message here or call/text.
Fountain City has a great “small town” feel, where it’s possible to walk to bars, restaurants, coffee, and our convenience store. We are located right on the Great River Road. Surrounding homes are residential, with small businesses located right up the road in the Downtown area. Trains are frequently seen right in front of the house, as well as watercraft on the river – everything from boats and jet-skis, to large barges and old-time riverboat cruises!

Fountain City does have a large boat launch area if you’d like to explore the river, as well as a nice city park just down the road. Bluffs and other hiking/biking options abound! Watch overhead for soaring/nesting eagles! Merrick State Park is only 5 miles north for amazing opportunities to explore the river, canoe/kayak, picnic, experience wildlife, etc.
This historic home offers limited street parking on Great River Road. While there is no driveway or "parking-lot", parking is always abundant for our guests. Fountain City has a great “small town” feel, where it’s possible to walk to bars, restaurants, coffee, and our convenience store; although venturing into Winona, Minnesota (6 miles south) or beyond does require a car.

Distances: La Crosse, WI (45 min); Wabasha, MN (45 min); Rochester, MN (1 hr); Eau Claire, Tomah, Black River Falls, WI (1 hr); Minneapolis, St. Paul, MN (2 hr); Madison, WI (2.5 hr); Milwaukee, WI, Rockford, IL (4 hr); Chicago, IL (5.5 hr).
Historical Landmark Victorian Home with Panoramic Mississippi River Views!
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Situated at the end of downtown Fountain City, Wisconsin on Great River Road, the 1898 Joseph Fugina House is a charming destination completely (and beautifully) restored with modern conveniences.

You will enter the home from the side door, which is private to you. All doors and all areas accessible to you within the Farmhouse Apartment are private to you and will not be shared with any other guests staying in the upstairs "Riverview Apartment" space.

Each of the two ample bedrooms has a queen size bed, fast Wi-Fi, and TVs in every bedroom and living room. The kitchen is completely updated with modern appliances and an eat-in dining area. The kitchen is fully stocked with all necessary cooking basics (pots, pans, etc.) as well as table service for six. Enjoy your meal, and some after-dinner games, in the dining room. Converse and take in the breathtaking Mississippi river views from the beautiful sun-room living room. With all the windows, you’ll love how comfortable you’ll feel. Super-fast Wifi for multiple streaming/video calls is available for your convenience, just in case you need to check in with the office.

The curved front porch and patios make for easy evening conversation and even more enjoyment of the views of the Mississippi, bluffs, and surrounding area.

You will want to fully immerse yourself in the local culture at the Joseph Fugina House. When staying, you will also have access to the backyard deck and propane grill so you’ll really feel at home! Railroad enthusiasts will love this historic railway town, and guests should note that there may be periodic track noise. Watercraft (small and large) are often seen from the home. Look out the window at fishing boats, jet-ski’s, and even large cargo barges – such a cool sight! Small town charm and a host of coffee shops, galleries and tasty eateries are just a few of the gems you’ll find downtown.
While Fountain City is walkable and has some great food options, Winona is the nearest location for shopping, groceries (Target, Walmart, Hy-Vee, Aldi, etc.) and is only 10 minutes away.

Distances: Winona, MN (10 mn), La Crosse, WI (45 min); Wabasha, MN (45 min); Rochester, MN (1 hr); Eau Claire, Tomah, Black River Falls, WI (1 hr); Minneapolis, St. Paul, MN (2 hr); Madison, WI (2.5 hr); Milwaukee, WI, Rockford, IL (4 hr); Chicago, IL (5.5 hr).

Property manager

Logan & Courtney Leske

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck/patio
  • Garden

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Fountain City

Located in Fountain City, this vacation home is in the city center and on the waterfront. Merchants Bank and Polish Cultural Institute & Museum Annex are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mississippi River and Merrick State Park.

What's nearby

  • Rock in the House - 16 min walk
  • Winona State University - 11 min drive
  • Minnesota Marine Art Museum - 13 min drive
  • Lake Lodge Recreation Center - 13 min drive
  • St. Mary's University of Minnesota - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Winona Station - 13 min drive
  • La Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • Penguin Zesto West - 17 min drive
  • McDonald's - 15 min drive
  • Culver's - 15 min drive
  • Taco Bell - 15 min drive
  • Subway - 15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Farmhouse Apartment - Great River Road Historic Home (1898) pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Farmhouse Apartment - Great River Road Historic Home (1898)?

As of May 28, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Farmhouse Apartment - Great River Road Historic Home (1898) on Jun 3, 2024 start from ¥22,889, excluding 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.

What time is check-in at Farmhouse Apartment - Great River Road Historic Home (1898)?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Farmhouse Apartment - Great River Road Historic Home (1898)?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Farmhouse Apartment - Great River Road Historic Home (1898) located?

This family-friendly Fountain City vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Mississippi River and Rock in the House. Aghaming Park And Preserve and Lake Lodge Recreation Center are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Hope to stay here again
Lovely accommodations with a wonderful view and setting. Thoughtfully appointed, we enjoyed all the amenities the host provided. Sleeping arrangements were very comfortable and the living area by the fireplace was a wonderful place to relax, watch the river or view something on the TV.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great space and locale!
Great for two couples and close to many cute towns along 35 for our annual motorcycle trip.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cully J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Home / Easy Process
We just stayed for one night between local site seeing. Property beat our expectations in every way. Very clean and roomy place to stay and everything worked as advertised. For an older house we were pleasantly surprised by the overall space and very nice bathroom. Doubt you'll find a nicer place for the price anywhere!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Priya K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
This is a charming place to stay in and a nice walk friendly location with lovely views of the Mississippi river. We stayed with a 9-yr old kid and a 7 month old Lab in the lower apartment for four nights during spring break. The two bedrooms are comfortable and surprisingly quiet even with the trains. The host thoughtfully provided a white noise machine and ear plugs, which we didn’t have to use. The kitchen was well equipped and the bathroom very clean. The TVs in the apartment were conveniently setup with automatic clearing of login credentials to various streaming services upon checkout. Our kid and pup enjoyed hanging out in the house, and playing and lounging in the lovely terraced backyard. Several good restaurants are at a walking distance from the apartment and so are the community parks. This location is 10 mins drive to Winona, MN and close to Alma, WI. We also enjoyed visiting Kinstone, where we got to see lovely granite sculptures, connect with nature and farm animals and cats if you like them! We also enjoyed hiking in the nearby Merrick State park. The host (Logan) was very responsive - we misplaced check-in instructions but he walked us through the process when we called. Logan also was kind enough to ship some things we forgot at the property when we checked out and promptly texted back to questions we had during our stay. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather H., EAGAN

Liked: Cleanliness
Great VRBO to stay at while visiting WSU college child.
We worked with Logan to coordinate an impromptu weekend visit to the Winona area to spend time with our child who attends WSU. Logan was courteous and accommodating in helping us book last minute travel. The property was just a pictured. It was clean, spacious and welcoming. We weren't sure if your child wanted to crash with us during the visit (which she did) and the place was perfect for nesting. There were 2 couches for 3 people to sprawl out on, a kitchen with everything you could need, comfortable beds. Husband says it's been his favorite place to stay when we visit Winona.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

linda m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wisconsin vacation
Just as pictured , we had everything we needed for our short stay.It had a nice shower and comfortable beds.Not much to see or do in Fountain but it worked out as a great location to explore all the surrounding areas.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackieann J., Hastings

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place!
We stayed in the Farmhouse apt with 2 bedrooms, full kitchen, living room and dining room. It was really lovely!! Lots of windows with some overlooking the River. The one thing we didn’t realize was that there were 3 other apartments/guest rooms within the house so there was a little noise from the other guests walking around upstairs and in the room next to one of our bedrooms but it didn’t bother us too much. There are white noise machines in the bedrooms which block out most noise. The place was very clean and the kitchen had everything we needed. The owners were very responsive to our inquiries and were very hospitable. We would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Liz L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Getaway
I would've given this an overall 5 star rating, HOWEVER, we were really disappointed that although there are photos with a working fireplace, there are no fires allowed inside. The listing description should call out that fires are not allowed. The staff was extremely responsive to communications and when we asked for the heat to be turned up, they quickly accommodated. Decorating is really cozy and the beds were comfortable (with plenty of extra blankets in the closet). Walking distance to local bars & restaurants. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022