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A Peaceful Cottage Near Viroqua; Nearby Fly Fishing and Beautiful Views

A Peaceful Cottage Near Viroqua; Nearby Fly Fishing and Beautiful Views

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Relax on the covered porch with views of the barns and east valley.
Guests love to sit on the porch and watch hummingbirds and beautiful sunrises.
"Picture perfect!"  -Chris
The Garden Cottage at Meadowlark Ridge.  Exceptionally quiet and peaceful.
Enjoy the rural setting and beautiful barn and tobacco shed.

Overview of A Peaceful Cottage Near Viroqua; Nearby Fly Fishing and Beautiful Views

10 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 242 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Check out the area

Viroqua, WI
  • Popular LocationSidie Hollow Park10 min drive
  • Popular LocationFortney Underground Theater11 min drive
  • Popular LocationVernon Vineyards16 min drive
  • AirportLa Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal)54 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 1

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

A Peaceful Cottage Near Viroqua; Nearby Fly Fishing and Beautiful Views

Located on a beautiful ridge top at the end of a paved dead end road, Meadowlark Ridge is just six miles west of Viroqua, Wisconsin. The Garden Cottage is located next to the owner's home, yet it is private and quiet, with beautiful perennial gardens, fruit trees and veggie gardens around the house and cottage. The landscape supports abundant wildlife including numerous colorful songbirds, deer, and wild turkeys.
You'll find everything you need for a comfortable stay in this one-room modern cottage that's all on one level - quality linens & towels; a kitchen with stove, microwave/convection oven and refrigerator; coffee/tea; toaster; and soaps and lotions. We have high-speed fiber optic internet/Wi-Fi and have good cell phone reception. The cottage has a flat-screen TV with Roku, a Blu-ray player and a selection of movies. Our guests love the very comfortable king-sized bed with linens, blankets, and a heated mattress pad. There is a washer and dryer in the kitchen area. The cottage is heated/air conditioned and has a large walk-in tile shower in the full bath. There is a Weber gas grill on the covered porch.
With 360 degree views of the skyline and set between two wooded valleys, you will love the quiet location, songbirds, starry skies and beautiful sunrises and sunsets. Our cropland is certified organic, and all neighboring cropland is farmed organically as well.
Feel free to roam around our property and enjoy the views and extensive perennial and vegetable gardens.
There are great hiking trails, world-class trout fishing and two wineries within just a few miles of the cottage. We are in the Bad Axe watershed, not far from the north and south forks of the Bad Axe River and fly fishing in Springville Creek, and just a short drive to Timber and Spring Coulee trout streams. There is a large Amish community a few miles west of us with shops open to the public. Viroqua has a number of interesting places to eat or shop, and many local activities and events.
The cottage is licensed with the State of Wisconsin. Sorry but we have a no-pet policy. The cottage is perfect for two adults; we cannot accept guests under 18 years old. Guests may stay from 2 to 7 nights.

Property manager

Wayne Ott
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Sustainability

Sustainability practices

Double-glazed windows
Energy-saving switches
LED lighting (80% minimum)
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
This information is provided by our partners.

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guests may smoke outdoors.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Viroqua

Located in Viroqua, this cottage is in a rural area. Viroqua Country Club and Vernon Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mississippi River and Sidie Hollow Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Sidie Hollow Park - 10 min drive
  • Fortney Underground Theater - 11 min drive
  • Viroqua Clinic - 13 min drive
  • Viroqua Country Club - 13 min drive
  • Vernon Vineyards - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • La Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 13 min drive
  • Culver's - 12 min drive
  • Viroqua Family Restaurant - 11 min drive
  • Norwegian Hollow Hideaway - 14 min drive
  • Great Wall Chinese Restaurant - 13 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 79 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Larry S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightfuly peaceful!
The perfect getaway from it all.This small cottage is a perfect escape trom it all. It is well appointed and cheerfully decorated. The surrounding countryside provides stunning views. I would definitely recommend this destination to anyone seeking a respite in the country. My only suggestion to improve the cabin? Add a screen door. This time of year, they all want to get in! Wayne & Sherrie are great hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alice S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place, wonderful time
We enjoyed our stay, everything was great, wonderful hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely setting and perfect cottage
This is a great place to relax and unwind. We loved everything about the location and the cottage. The hosts were lovely! Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Country Getaway
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at this peaceful property perched on a ridge in the Driftless Area! Wayne and Sherrie were very gracious and welcoming hosts, and the garden cottage was spotless, with everything needed to make my stay comfortable. Highlights include watching Red-headed Woodpeckers (and other birds) visit the suet feeder in front of the porch, then later seeing fireflies light up the night sky. A great getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

MATTHEW A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wintery stay
Very nice quiet location. Temps around zero at night cabin was cozy and warm. Very well kept . Driving there in a Prius in blowing drifting snow not recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Wayne Ott

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For over 15 years, Wayne & Sherrie traveled to the Viroqua area for their spring and fall camping and fishing trips. When Sherrie retired in 2014, they moved to Viroqua and are happy to be living in such a beautiful and friendly area. Before the move, Wayne worked as a cartographer with the US Geological Service and Sherrie with the USDA as a resource conservationist, working with farmers and private landowners on conservation practices, wetland restoration, prairie establishment and supporting the Conservation Reserve Program's wildlife enhancement practices.

Why they chose this property

Vernon County has so much to offer, including winding roads through beautiful hills and valleys, world-class trout streams, large open areas for hiking like the Kickapoo Valley Reserve, and a large organic and Amish communities that offer their unique products. The Kickapoo River near Ontario offers scenic canoeing and kayaking, and there are several bike trails including the Elroy-Sparta and La Crosse River trail within easy driving. Some of our visitors head to the nearby Mississippi River to pan fish. Birdwatchers can enjoy bald eagles and a host of migratory birds as they travel along the big river. Our property is home to numerous songbirds including Eastern Meadowlarks, Northern Orioles, Bluebirds, Red Headed Woodpeckers, Kestrels, Hummingbirds as well as wild turkeys, deer, owls and pheasants. Viroqua is a friendly community with interesting small shops and a couple of restaurants serving locally-sourced food. We are just a few miles from two wineries with tasting rooms.

What makes this property unique

We try to be very responsive to our guests, and we add amenities whenever our guests request something. Whenever possible we use unscented soaps and cleaning materials.
All you will smell is the fresh air. We added extra towels, some nice kitchen supplies, and high speed fiber optic internet so the Wi-Fi signal is stronger and faster. We want our guests to be delighted with their stay.
The Garden Cottage is located in an incredibly quiet area, where you will hear birds and breezes but no traffic. The views from the ridge top are incredible; enjoy the big skies, sun and moon rises, stunning clouds and frequent rainbows. The inside of the cottage has a calming decor with soft colors and high quality linens and towels.

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