Private Farmhouse - Enjoy 36 Acres to Relax, Unwind & Enjoy the outdoors. - Winona County

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Check out the area

Houston, MN

Pickwick Mill25 min drive
Winona State University30 min drive
St. Mary's University of Minnesota34 min drive
La Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal)36 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

4 Single Beds

Sunroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Private Farmhouse - Enjoy 36 Acres to Relax, Unwind & Enjoy the outdoors.

MEMORIES MADE AND STORIES TOLD, SINCE 1876.

Welcome to Smith Family Farm! Our fifth-generation owners converted the historic family farmhouse into a charming and functional Minnesota vacation house rental. With sleeping arrangements for 10 guests, modern amenities, and 36 acres of private land, our property offers everything you need for a peaceful getaway or small event.

From the full-scale kitchen with appliances to air conditioning and spacious interiors, our on-site amenities ensure you and your guests get the most out of your relaxing getaway or small event.

Located just a short distance from Interstate 90, our property provides the tranquility of nature with the proximity to several towns and major cities. Feel free to contact us for any recommendations!

Originally built in 1876, the 2,250-square-foot house has two stories, three bedrooms, and two bathrooms. The first floor has 1,200 square feet of space, as well as a full bathroom with a soaking tub that has a hand-shower wand. There is no stand-up shower in this bathroom.

The second floor has 800 sq. feet of space and a full bathroom with a standing shower tub. Additionally, there are 250 sq. feet of space in the basement, which allows for a nice little space to play or set up games.

Two of the bedrooms have queen-sized beds, each of which is large enough to accommodate two adults. In the third bedroom, there are four extra-large twin-sized beds, each of which is big enough for adults. Additionally, the sunroom has a queen-size Murphy bed, which allows you to host up to 10 people, preferably a mixture of kids and adults.

The newly renovated house has all the amenities you could need and is the perfect place to hold a small gathering or event or simply get away for a weekend.

We have a 7-hole disc golf course, putting green, and many other outdoor games available such as corn-hole and bocce ball.

Property manager

Corey Kelly

Premier Host

Amenities

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20

About the area

Houston

Located in Houston, this farm stay is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Root River and Creekside Park, while Pickwick Mill and Peterson Station Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Houston, MN

What's nearby

Pickwick Mill - 25 min drive
Winona State University - 30 min drive
St. Mary's University of Minnesota - 34 min drive
La Crosse Center - 41 min drive
Perrot State Park - 56 min drive

Getting around

Winona Station - 30 min drive
La Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

Witoka Tavern - 16 min drive
Bergie's Bar & Grill - 9 min drive
The Shed - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Farmhouse - Enjoy 36 Acres to Relax, Unwind & Enjoy the outdoors. pet-friendly?

Yes, Private Farmhouse - Enjoy 36 Acres to Relax, Unwind & Enjoy the outdoors. allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Private Farmhouse - Enjoy 36 Acres to Relax, Unwind & Enjoy the outdoors. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Farmhouse - Enjoy 36 Acres to Relax, Unwind & Enjoy the outdoors. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Farmhouse - Enjoy 36 Acres to Relax, Unwind & Enjoy the outdoors. located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly farm stay is within 12 mi (20 km) of Root River, Houston Nature Center and Cedar Valley Golf Course. Pickwick Mill and Harmony-Preston Valley Trail are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Ryan H.

28 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Renovated Farmhouse

We enjoyed our stay at this completely renovated farmhouse. The owners put a ton of work into modernizing the house into a fully functional house with all the amenities while keeping the charm of the original home. The highlight has to be outside. The adjacent gazebo and fire pit are awesome. Would recommend this place to anyone looking for a rural getaway or family gathering.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Margie C.

2 Apr 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice getaway on farm

It is a nicely renovated family farmhouse, immaculate and comfortable. Great beds & linens, well-stocked kitchen, and land to explore. The house is close enough to the river, Winona, & LaCrosse for outings; far enough away to feel remote. Recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenna B.

26 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Modern Farmhouse

This property was nothing short of amazing! We spent most of our time in the kitchen, as I booked this house for an intimate Thanksgiving with my partner’s family. It was snowing, so we weren’t able to explore the outdoor aspects too much, but there is a closet in the basement with outdoor activity supplies such as baseball mitts and balls, beanbag toss, and quality frisbees for the course. The kitchen was the perfect space to cook a Thanksgiving feast, and the dining room area sat us all comfortably. The soaking tub was sooooo nice, and the hosts were thoughtful enough to provide candles and a few bath bombs for our stay! Overall, this property is a 15/10, and I cannot say enough good things about it. You do need to take a gravel road to access the house, but the road is maintained very well and handles well without AWD even in fresh snow.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dianne M.

27 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Time at the Farm

This property is so comfortable. We loved the huge firepit and enjoyed one night of a beautiful evening by the fire and stargazing at the Milky Way. Sadly, the rest of the week was rainy and cold but at least we got in one good one! The house is very spacious allowing plenty of room for everyone to stretch out and relax! The huge kitchen was delightful for cooking and very well stocked with dishes, cooking utensils and even a few food items! We loved every minute of our stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jana B.

14 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

Great little house with lots of outdoor activities and areas to chill. Our only complaint was the bedding & towels were very perfumed (dry sheets we suspected) which irritated our family members with scent sensitivities.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Corey Kelly

My family is the 5th generation owner of this property. The house was built by my great-great-grandfather, Frederick Smith. We purchased the property in 2018 with the goal of keeping it in the family for future generations and sharing this wonderful piece of property with others.

Why they chose this property

Located in the heart of the Minnesota Driftless Region (Bluff Country), Smith Family The 1870s farmhouse has been renovated over the years, though we’ve worked carefully to maintain its original features.

The property stretches across 36 acres of farmland, woodland, and undisturbed nature, featuring endless possibilities for outdoor activities. Explore nearby snowmobile and walking trails, play disc golf, or relax around the campfire with your crew! We are very pet and kid-friendly – just don’t ask us to babysit!

We’re located close to the Mississippi River, which has several trails along the river and through the bluffs.

What makes this property unique

36 Acres
Walking Trails
7-Hole Disc Golf Course
Putting Green
Fire Pit
Outdoor Grill Station
Pavilion with wrap-around concrete countertops.
Many outdoor yard games available.