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Secluded family-friendly log cabin with swimming pond. Charm, comfort.

Family-friendly fun on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Kayak racing on the pond
Sandy beach
Games room
a view of the living area from the steps going to the loft.
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 788.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Sparta, WI
  • Place, Whitetail Ridge Ski Area
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, LaCrosse River Trail
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Ho-Chunk Gaming Black River Falls
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon and 3 Single Beds

livingroom

2 Double Futons

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Secluded family-friendly log cabin with swimming pond. Charm, comfort.

Complete privacy in the middle of the woods! Amish-built family log cabin on 40 acres overlooking swimming pond with sandy beach and all the amenities of home (except WI-FI!).
20 mins from Black River Falls & Sparta. Across the road from 3,500 acres of county forest. Near hiking, biking, fishing, swimming, golfing, ATV trails, boat & ATV rentals, Amish stores & communities, winery. Charming, comfortable, lots of windows, large screened porch. Deer, turkeys, birds.
Renting to families, married couples (great for a honeymoon!) and occasional singles on retreat.
Fort McCoy with boat rentals 12 miles from cabin .

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
This is our family cabin, and we have chosen to rent only to married couples, families, girls get-aways and the occasional single on retreat.
Pond fishing is catch and release.

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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sparta

Located in Sparta, this cabin is in a rural area and on the beach. Whitetail Ridge Ski Area and Sand Creek Brewery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Jackson County Fair Grounds and Howard Huff Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Tom Gomez Park and Warrens Area Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sparta, WI

What's nearby

  • Whitetail Ridge Ski Area - 25 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Sand Creek Brewery - 27 min drive - 34.0 km
  • LaCrosse River Trail - 27 min drive - 33.7 km
  • Jackson Correctional Institution - 31 min drive - 37.9 km
  • Ho-Chunk Gaming Black River Falls - 32 min drive - 41.8 km

Getting around

  • Tomah Station - 44 min drive
  • La Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Dan’s Longbranch - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Evergreens Supper Club - ‬19 min drive
  • Mre Tent
  • ‪Evergreens - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Isız Rüyalar Oteli - ‬39 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Secluded family-friendly log cabin with swimming pond. Charm, comfort. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Secluded family-friendly log cabin with swimming pond. Charm, comfort. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Secluded family-friendly log cabin with swimming pond. Charm, comfort.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Secluded family-friendly log cabin with swimming pond. Charm, comfort.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded family-friendly log cabin with swimming pond. Charm, comfort.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded family-friendly log cabin with swimming pond. Charm, comfort. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Sparta cabin is 11.7 mi (18.8 km) from Hazel Dell Lake and 12 mi (19.3 km) from Whitetail Ridge Ski Area. River Run Golf Course and Robinson Creek Pines State Natural Area are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 166 out of 171 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 171 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 171 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 171 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 171 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the privacy and quiet! We had wonderful evenings enjoying the fire pit and looking at the stunning night sky. Spent a wonderful afternoon on the dock and enjoyed visiting Sparta. Was a great place to stay to visit Cranfest, too!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin and property, well stocked with just about everything we needed from cookware to bedding to condiments. Perfectly sized for our family of four. We stayed in fall, and the wood stove and electric blanket kept us cozy. There was a variety of beach toys for our kids, and a little network of trails to explore the property. The host was very helpful with getting us set up in the cabin and suggesting activities. All in all a great experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily G.

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

Awesome

This was our second time staying here. We love the remoteness seclusion and the awesome pond.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karissa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our 2nd time staying at this property and it did not disappoint! Our family made great memories away from the demands of everyday life. We swam, fished, played games, star-gazed and watched movies. The cabin had everything we needed to cook our own meals. Thanks Dave and Peg!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host contacted us well before check-in time to let us know of some unexpected maintenance and still had property ready for us before check in time: so appreciated! Host keeps everything in working order. We are always grateful to this host for sharing their beautiful property with our family.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful secluded cabin in the woods with everything you need.Was visited by a mother Doe and fawn two times and had a Blue Heron land in the pond.Air conditioning units lower and upper were nice for sleeping.Plenty of floats for the pond and sand toys and squirt guns for the kids.I have a 4 and 3 year old and the sand beach was absolutely perfect for them.Kids enjoyed fishing and caught lots of pan fish and also caught tad poles.Not a far drive to surrounding towns, also enjoyed hiking at Black River Falls State Forest.Would recommend to anyone that wants a quiet secluded vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toler R.

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

Great hosts and cabin

The Konkols are great hosts and very accommodating. The cabin is the perfect place for a quiet getaway.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

Great get away

Nice
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karissa W.

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

Great for a quiet retreat

My husband and I stayed the weekend to get away from the business of life. We loved sitting by the fire, stargazing, and listening to the owl's chatter. The bed was comfortable, and the cabin was clean and cozy. We would love to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

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

Great place for a getaway

We stayed here during a SxS trip and found easy access to trails. We enjoyed the quiet location, pond, screened porch, hummingbirds, and more! Peg was great to work with and helped ensure our stay was top notch. We would definitely look to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

Cranfest lodging

Very much enjoyed it
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennie K.

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

Wonderful property

I would highly recommend this property it was beautiful!!! Alot to do in area and a perfect cabin for alot of relaxing!!! The pond on it was wonderful!!!! Our family loved it!!! Would definitely go here again!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maricela L.

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

Beautiful cabin

Truly a special place. The home is secluded yet close to everything you need from a short drive. So much Beautiful nature, the pond is gorgeous. Overall just the perfect get away cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D.

Terrific cabin in the woods

Lovely cabin with all the amenities, twenty minutes from Sparta and Black River Falls. Peg was very helpful and welcoming, and we had a terrific, relaxing time. Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

sara b.

Wonderful!

This cabin had everything we wanted for a long weekend. Beautiful and serene setting, plenty of space for the four of us, squeaky clean, a fully equipped kitchen, lots of firewood. Peg is a lovely host. We would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Shelly W.

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

Coming back next year!

My sister and I always take our nieces and nephews on a yearly camping trip. We thought we would try a cabin this year! It was wonderful. Didn’t have to worry about other people being intrusive. The place is beautiful and secluded, the perfect getaway to spend some quality time with the kiddos. Thank you so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom K.

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

Peaceful and secluded getaway

A wonderful place to unplug from it all and relax. Very quiet and secluded. The stars were amazing that far away from light pollution. Very clean and well maintained cabin. Peg was very quick to respond and offered ideas on local attractions, restaurants, etc. We can't wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tamara S.

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

Charming cottage

Everything was as described! Location is peaceful and we recharged ourselves by becoming unplugged. Spent a day in LaCrosse and visited Grandad Bluff, had a Segway tour and had a dinner cruise on a riverboat. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

A. Jennifer N.

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

Two Camps is fantastic!

My family had a wonderful time at this cottage. We loved everything about the place. My kids spent hours catching frogs, building sand castles, kayaking, and swimming. We loved the peace and quiet. At night we would make campfires, look at the stars, or watch movies on the DVD player. Thanks for having us, Peg!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bryan R.

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

Secluded yet Close to Summer Fun

We enjoyed our time at the cabin soaking up the sun in the private pond. The kids were entertained for days. We also biked on the nearby, beautiful Elroy-Sparta trail. We visited the concert in the park on Wednesdays (Sparta) and explored a bit in the County Forest down the road. We hope to return next summer - Dave and Peg are very gracious, wonderful hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H., Madison, WI

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

Delightful weekend retreat

We spent a comfortable weekend floating in the pond, making meals, and enjoying the screened in front porch. Our kiddo caught tadpoles in a bucket and swam around the pond like a little fish in a life jacket. There is white sand on the beach, and it felt great on my feet. Later, we watched a storm roll in from the porch, and drank way too much coffee. Simply delightful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff J.

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

This is the life

To quote my 10 year old grandson when we made the final driveway corner before seeing the pond and cabin, "This is the life!" He and his 7 year old brother didn't even miss their iPads, preferring instead to swim or fish in the pond. Cabin itself is a work of art, clean and comfortable, even on the day it rained heavily we enjoyed the DVD player and TV. Looking forward to making this a yearly retreat.........
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

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

Peaceful, Rustic, and Beautiful.

The property and cabin were exactly as described by the owners (better, actually). The owners were accommodating, kind, and very helpful. Nice people. It is a lovely setting for a family, or a couple who wishes a secluded, outdoor, wilderness-like experience - almost a step back in time (albeit with several more modern conveniences). It has an inviting swimming pond, and a happy feel. Not far from necessities, such as groceries and gas, but remote enough to feel like you are out in the forests of the wilderness. A very particular type of vacation, but absolutely perfect for what we wanted.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Grant H., Plymouth

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

Remote and peaceful

This cabin is very remote....like in the middle of nowhere. It's great, but be ready to deal with life in the woods. We had a lot of ticks and horseflies. I also sprayed two wasp nests that had just formed in the umbrella. We caught snakes and 15 frogs during our trip, which my boys loved The swimming pond was perfect. We spent days just floating around. Be ready: it gets deep quickly! The nearby (5miles?) Evergreens Supper Club was a big disappointment, but we found a hidden gem in Black River Falls: The Wright Place. They had wonderful smoked BBQ. If you like solitude, you'll love this place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate L.

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

Incredible family vacation!!!

Let me start out that this was the best family vacation we’ve been on!!! Peg was extremely helpful with ideas and tips for our family. We were looking for a very quiet place that was secluded enough where we felt we could “unplug”, but also have the comforts of home (and then some)! Our 4 year old was adopted at 26 months from an institutional setting in China, is autistic and unable to walk, brittle bones, but although it was not technically wheelchair accessible we very easily could get him from place to place. He was a completely at ease and had a BLAST he laughed all weekend and while he does not sleep well outside our home, he had no problem at this cabin! There is one bedroom with a door and we dedicated that room to him (there he also could have the temperature regulation) With the window air conditioning. I’m sure the all day swimming in the pond also contributed to a good night’s sleep tee hee. Everything you need is there too! We totally overpacked!!! Extra bug spray, life jackets, sand and water toys, movies and games, etc etc. While we didn’t need the washer, that was also an option! We did not have much cellphone reception (but I was so happy we were forced again to “unplug”)! I went for a long run the hills were tough, but it was so fun I barely noticed!! We LOVED our family bike ride down the Sparta trail and walk through the incredible (and a little spooky) old railroad tunnel. We enjoyed going to a nearby playground in Tomah and just the cute little towns. One thing we forgot to bring was a paper map so once our cell service went out it was an adventure to get to the cabin (but not hard). The bigs were almost non existent especially considering it’s attached to a pond!!! It was reassuring though that if needed we could eat still outside under the screened in porch. We LOVED the after higher energy activities by relaxing by the fire pit right up against the pond!!! The stars were incredible and the artillery fire was fun to faintly hear in the distance with the solders practicing. Will we be coming again? Yes!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

About the host

Hosted by Peg Konkol

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Dave and I live in Holmen, WI. Dave retired in 2024 as a pastor at First Free Church in Onalaska. We are both from Black River Falls but have lived throughout the US and England. My dad gave me the cabin property 445 years ago and the Amish built the cabin for us 14 years ago. We used the cabin as our main residence for 2 6-month stretches in the past until we found a house to buy. I actually loved living there. It slows you down. Something really needed in today's world.

Why they chose this property

My dad purchased the property about 60 years ago. He had a Christmas tree farm nearby and built a beautiful home that you see pictured in the cabin. We hope to keep the property in our family as we all love vacationing there because it is so private and the swimming pond is spring fed and the perfect air conditioner on a hot day.

What makes this property unique

Privacy and seclusion! Comfort and quiet with a tiny sense of roughing it as the nearest convenience store is still a 4-mile drive. The aerated pond is this great big natural swimming pool that cools you off and is always fun to watch as you rest or eat on the front porch. The night skies, because there are no city lights or other residences nearby, are fantastic.

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