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Bluffside cottage with gorgeous river views

Bluffside cottage with gorgeous river views

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Front view of house
View from upper deck
View from upper deck
Living room with ROKU television in cabinet
Living room with view of Mississippi River

Overview of Bluffside cottage with gorgeous river views

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 492.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

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Fountain City, WI
  • Popular LocationWinona State University12 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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Bluffside cottage with gorgeous river views

Hill Street House is the quintessential river-town residence, located within walking distance of Fountain City's quaint downtown, legendary pubs, and riverfront, but just far enough from the highway and trains to still get a good night's sleep. Perched snuggly on the bluffside overlooking the Mississippi River, you'll see an ever-changing panorama of river boats, barges, and birds in flight against a backdrop of Minnesota bluffs in the distance and a jumble of rooftops below. Guests have access to the entire upper floor of this two-story duplex, as well as outdoor spaces, including a private deck with river views and the adjacent side lot/fire-pit area, also with excellent views of the river and the town.

Children and dogs are both welcome! We provide kids' dinnerware, books and toys, highchair, and a pac-n-play. Dog water/food bowls are also provided.

There are two guest bedrooms--each with a queen-size bed and spacious closets--a full bathroom, a well-appointed kitchen for preparing meals, a cozy living room, a separate office with workspace, and convenient laundry facilities. In the unlikely event that you tire of the captivating scene out the window, we supply plenty of games, books, puzzles, and WIFI. Stylish décor compliments the vintage hardwood floors and historic feel of this fully-renovated home.

Historic Fountain City is located on the Great River Road National Scenic Byway, just 10 minutes from downtown Winona, near galleries, shops, wineries, breweries, museums, and endless outdoor recreation and scenic beauty.

Convenient street parking is right outside the door.

*Please note: Our neighbor across the street recently had a house fire which caused significant damage to the structure. The burned-out upper story is clearly visible from the street side of our property and from the upper deck, but it's not really noticeable from inside the house.

Property manager

Anne Larson
Premier Host
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lb per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please leave the property in the same basic condition as it was when you arrived.
Bag up your trash and put in the receptacle outside front door.
Pet Owners: -Do not allow your dog on the furnitu

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Fountain City

Located in Fountain City, this holiday home is on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mississippi River and Merrick State Park, while Prairie Moon Sculpture Garden and Winona County Historical Society are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Fountain City, WI

What's nearby

  • Rock in the House - 13 min walk
  • Winona State University - 12 min drive
  • Minnesota Marine Art Museum - 13 min drive
  • Lake Lodge Recreation Center - 14 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) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • Penguin Zesto West - 18 min drive
  • McDonald's - 16 min drive
  • Culver's - 16 min drive
  • Taco Bell - 15 min drive
  • Subway - 16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bluffside cottage with gorgeous river views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Bluffside cottage with gorgeous river views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bluffside cottage with gorgeous river views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bluffside cottage with gorgeous river views located?

Situated on the riverfront, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Mississippi River and Rock in the House. Merrick State Park and Prairie Moon Sculpture Garden are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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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

LAURA C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view of the Mississippi
Adorable and clean apartment with great views. Walking distance to restaurants and a great little winery.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls weekend
Cute place. Perfect for our girls getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view and so clean
Beautiful time of year to visit this area! The house was so inviting and clean! Looking forward to another visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home-away-from home
We loved everything about our stay here! The Mississippi River towns are so unique, and after a day of exploring, this was a clean, very comfortable place to rest after a long day. Everything you need at home is here. The western sky along the Mississippi River provides majestic views and sunsets, which you can enjoy from the comfy living room couch or the outside deck. The outside deck is a super place to have a freshly prepared dinner and watch the sun color the sky as it sets. Perfect!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Anne Larson

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My husband, Mike, and I have been married for 39 years. We have 3 children and 9 grandchildren. We live on a hobby farm near Winona, MN. When we're not trying to keep up with the farm or the grandkids, we love exploring both sides of the Upper Mississippi River. We've stayed at many vacation homes in the region and been hosts for over 10 years. We try to make our rentals just the kind of place we love to stay at. We hope you will feel the same!

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