Located in Benton, this villa is on a river, within a 15-minute drive of Badger Mine and Museum and Gile Cheese Store. .This villa is 11.9 mi (19.2 km) from Apple River and 12.5 mi (20.1 km) from Roelli Cheese Haus.
University of Wisconsin-Platteville - 26 min drive - 26.8 km
Belvedere Mansion - 27 min drive - 27.6 km
Q Casino - 34 min drive - 32.7 km
Diamond Jo Casino - 35 min drive - 35.5 km
Eagle Ridge Resort Golf - 38 min drive - 39.2 km
Getting around
Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 38 min drive
Restaurants
Second Chance Coffee and Music - 12 min drive
Wheel Inn - 11 min drive
The Burg - 12 min drive
Wigwam - 14 min drive
Subway - 14 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.
Stay in the villa where the story's etched in stone
Book our villa. Invite your village.
Want more home in your next holiday, family gathering, work retreat or group vacay? We transformed a centuries old stone farmhouse into a spacious villa designed with togetherness in mind. Work remotely. Enjoy the gaming area. Find peace in the private, rural setting. Gather around the glow of the gorgeous indoor/outdoor hearth at the heart of it all. Our little slice of heaven is just off the beaten path (right up the road from the atv trail).
The villa offers enough beds for twelve people and three additional pullout sofa beds. There are also two additional sofas, two loveseats, four recliners and air mattresses can be made available for larger groups.
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Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned villa, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or take in the view from a garden. Additional features at this villa include barbecue grills and babysitting service.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property manager
Jolene Lewis
Languages
English
Property amenities
Ski
Close to skiing
Snowboarding nearby
Pool/Spa
Massage
Internet
Available in the villa: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Kitchenette
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Chef service
Dining table
Bedrooms
9 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible parking space
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Smooth flooring in public areas
Stair-free path to entrance
Tile flooring in public areas
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Meal delivery service
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the marina
On a river
Things to do
Foosball table
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours nearby
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
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Garden
Unit size: 6,000 square feet
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
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 not allowed
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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 99
Note from host: We have a barn that can also be booked for events
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
Stay in the villa where the story's etched in stone Reviews
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Cleanliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Paul T.
7 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, spacious, property with great views and animal entertainment.
My buddies and I hold a “Guys” weekend trip every summer, and this property was perfect for our group. The property fits the area quite well, open, lots of rolling hills and lush. The gorgeous interior of the house itself is huge and can accommodate a ton of people. Amenities abound, kitchen, baths, bedrooms, and living areas are all modern w tvs in most rooms. Hosts were great,We had some electrical issues, and were fixed the next morning.
There is a water fowl pond with many ducks and geese,but no smell, it was good entertainment. Chicken coop on the property too. Also 3 guardian livestock dogs. It was intimidating at first, and not dictated in the website, however they were very sweet and gentle.
Wrap around porch is where we hung out the most, which was great.
We had a great time and we all were very impressed!
Paul T.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Colin C., Lake in the Hills, IL
5 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Mancation24
A group of us meet up a few days each year to relax and unwind from the hustle and bustle of life. We've been doing this since 2000! This year we chose Jolene and Tony's villa because it had enough bedrooms and is tucked away off the beaten path. Upon arrival, Jolene gave us a quick tour, which was helpful. When you walk into the home you immediately notice all of the repurposed barn wood. There is nothing old about the home though. It's got all the modern amenities you'd expect like zoned AC, a full kitchen, gas grill, fire pit, wraparound porch, Wi-Fi and 3 bathrooms. I don't remember reading about a working farm but there is a chicken coup, ducks and dogs on the property. There is also a cabin that can be rented separately so other people may be on property too. While it is private, we did have several cars come down the driveway and then turn around. Overall, we had zero problems. If you're looking for an alternative to staying in Galena, consider the Villa. Check in and Check out was a breeze and we appreciated Jolene and Tony for respecting our privacy. Thanks for sharing your beautiful home with us, even if it was just a few short days.
Colin C.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
John E.
1 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Weekend (Children and Spouses)
Fits our family perfectly. Plenty of room; quaint setting; comfortable.
John E.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lori G.
17 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great country Christmas
House looked beautiful, we had our family Christmas there, everything was perfect.. had a great time in a beautiful country home setting.
Tony and Joanna were great to work with.
Lori G.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michael O.
9 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas in October
Property managers are great, very accommodating and helpful. Loved the autumn colors and secluded property with plenty of room to enjoy both inside and outside for my extended family of three generations. Highly recommend for extended family or business events.
Michael O.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
JON F.
20 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing farmhouse
This is a beautiful property tucked away in a quiet area. A beautifully maintained and furnished house with lots of room to spread out. 10/10 would visit again!