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Stargaze & relax at Whispering Pines Farmhouse near the Elroy-Sparta Bike Trail

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Interior
Smart TV, books

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10177 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Stargaze & relax at Whispering Pines Farmhouse near the Elroy-Sparta Bike Trail

Originally a log cabin, the house has two additions and underwent significant remodeling in the winter of 2019-20 when it was purchased by the current owners. As a part of the extensive Devil’s Hole Ranch, this 120-acre parcel is planted in corn.
The fenced-in in backyard, fire-pit, grilling area, pine grove, meadows, & woods are family-friendly. Songbirds abound! Enjoy a stay-cation or work from home with16 Mbps high-speed internet while enjoying rural living. Biking, canoeing, hiking, (fishing at nearby Lake McCrary) & visiting Amish are popular pastimes. Near Ft. McCoy, military discount. Swimming pools, golf, shopping, medical facilities and more are available in the nearby cities of Tomah and Sparta.
The space:
Secluded, private, and spacious, the farmhouse can accommodate up to10 people. Children and pets are very welcome, but need to be attended while outside.
The two downstairs bedrooms are newly remodeled and have large closets. The upstairs main bedroom has a new private bathroom and a large walk-in closet (with a fainting couch and a window, it is listed as the 4th bedroom). The living room is a north side addition with two couches plus a queen futon couch. There is a formal dining area, downstairs full bathroom, utility sink, laundry area, attached "mini" green house, enclosed back porch, dedicated work space, and a large kitchen. The kitchen has a "Hoosier" style unit with open shelves for guests to store food items that they bring. The refrigerator is spacious and has a freezer. There is a counter top microwave. There are dishes, cups, wine glasses, utensils, flatware, as well as pots and pans, a cookie sheet and some baking dishware. A toaster, electric griddle, blender, and coffeemaker (with coffee and filters) is provided.
The new self igniting gas grill with grilling utensils and hot pads is located on a cement pad outside the back door. There are folding camp chairs to use in the spacious backyard around the fire-pit. Local firewood is provided. For people with mobility issues, the back porch door provides easier access to the house than the front door, which is on the deck.
Guest access:
The property is easily accessible from Tomah, Sparta, or the village of Norwalk. Cty. Hwy. T north of Norwalk has marvelous views and leads to Jigsaw Road, which is a dead-end road. The road sign for Jigsaw is missing, so using GPS is a good idea, so you don't miss it! Drive .4 miles on Jigsaw to Jean Avenue, which is on the right. 4-wheel drive is not necessary as the township maintains Jean Avenue, which leads directly to the house. There is adequate parking for several vehicles as the driveway circles the old windmill.

Other things to note:
The farmstead also has a silo, barn, shed, and other out buildings. A second house on the property has recently been bulldozer (winter of 2022), and the remaining site is off limits to guests.
Guests should not enter the old barn, machine shed, or other buildings on the property.
However, there are acres of meadows and woods along with a large fenced yard and neat pine grove, all awaiting exploration!
The ranch has paid hunting leases for deer and turkey season, so the woods would not be suitable for hiking during this time of year. There may be tractors and farm machinery planting and harvesting corn during the growing season in the corn fields acreage.

Property manager

Paula Menn

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Bidet
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevators
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Unit size: 1900 sq ft (177 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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
Welcoming dogs only
3 total pets

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 (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 12
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Map
Norwalk, WI

What's nearby

  • Tomah Health - 18 min drive
  • LaCrosse River Trail - 24 min drive
  • Wildcat Mountain State Park - 26 min drive
  • Elroy Sparta State Trail - 29 min drive
  • Whitetail Ridge Ski Area - 31 min drive

Getting around

  • Tomah Station - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lil's Korner Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hitchin' Post - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Place - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Riley's Bar & Grill - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Lesa T's Cafe - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stargaze & relax at Whispering Pines Farmhouse near the Elroy-Sparta Bike Trail pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Stargaze & relax at Whispering Pines Farmhouse near the Elroy-Sparta Bike Trail?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stargaze & relax at Whispering Pines Farmhouse near the Elroy-Sparta Bike Trail?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stargaze & relax at Whispering Pines Farmhouse near the Elroy-Sparta Bike Trail located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly vacation home is 10.2 mi (16.4 km) from Tomah Health and 11.7 mi (18.8 km) from Area Community Theatre. Butts Park and Kickapoo River are also within 16 mi (25 km).

Stargaze & relax at Whispering Pines Farmhouse near the Elroy-Sparta Bike Trail Reviews

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Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Was a great place to relax, grill dinner, and have a campfire. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful host
Wonderful
Stayed 24 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
The house worked out very well for 4 hunters in town for deer hunting. As others have mentioned, the 4th bedroom is really a place for a small child but everything else was great. Lots of room to spread out. Paula was excellent in keeping in touch. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Theresa K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Families gathering for canoeing and 50th birthday celebration
The Farmhouse perfect for our group. It was in the country without close neighbors so we could make noise, talk loud and let the kids be kids. The house felt comfy and welcoming. It is not modern and perfect, it is a home that you can use for a while and gather and live in. It smelled clean and fresh and welcoming when we got there. We had 6 adults and 2 teenagers and an old beagle dog in our group. Everybody had a bed or room or space and had a great weekend. We went canoeing on the kickapoo river and celebrated my sister's 50th birthday. The kitchen is big enough to cook in and the dining table was big enough for our group of 8. The house has a lot of charcter and historic charm. 2 full bathrooms were great for us to clean up after canoeing and we had plenty of hot water after a cool day on the river. The host was very responsive. From the time of booking when the host offered to have the futon made up into a bed in the living room before our arrival to support during our stay, the host was helpful and quick to respond. WiFi for teenagers and TV worked just fine, although we kind of discouraged their use during our family gathering weekend. I highly recommend this place for a group to come together for some quality family time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice property
Great farmhouse with multiple living areas and beds for my family of 4 and another friend's family of 4 to be together or spread out, and enjoy the pleasures of the countryside. We enjoyed the firepit in the backyard, and the kitchen with various gadgets and servingware to suit our needs. It was cool to see a few original walls to a very old home that was updated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022