Riverfront Family & Pet Retreat, Near Fest Grounds
Stay right on the Chippewa River in this spacious, family- and pet-friendly home in Jim Falls. With room for up to 10 guests, five beds and multiple living spaces, it’s a comfortable home base for families, groups, weddings, festivals and weekends in the Chippewa Valley.
Coming for a festival in Cadott? We’re just minutes from the festival grounds — about as close as you can stay without camping. A great home base for Hoofbeat (formerly Country Fest), Rock Fest, Force Fields Music Festival and OneFest, with real beds, hot showers, air conditioning and plenty of room for your group to recharge between festival days.
The Old Abe State Trail is just a block away, with Lake Wissota, Chippewa Falls and Eau Claire all within easy reach.
SLEEPING
The home has three bedrooms plus additional sleeping space:
• Main bedroom with queen bed • Bedroom with full bed • Upstairs bedroom with two full beds • Queen Murphy bed in the upstairs bonus area • Queen air mattress available • Pack ’n Play and toddler mattress available
SPACE TO SPREAD OUT
The house has two main living areas with large couches, a TV and piano; a sunroom with a large table for meals and games; and a basement hangout area with additional seating and a projector and screen.
CHIPPEWA RIVERFRONT
The backyard sits directly along the Chippewa River — a peaceful spot for morning coffee, sitting by the water or unwinding at the end of the day.
FAMILIES + PETS
Traveling with little ones? We provide a Pack ’n Play, high chair, baby bath, children’s books and toys, night-light and other baby/toddler gear.
Pets are welcome, too, with a few pet conveniences provided.
WORK + WIFI
The home has WiFi and multiple workspace options, including desks and monitors.
Nearby
• Cadott festival grounds — just minutes away • Old Abe State Trail — 1 block • Old Abe Lake — about a 10-minute walk • Anson Boat Landing — just minutes away • Downtown Chippewa Falls — about 15 minutes • Lake Wissota — about 20 minutes • Eau Claire — about 30 minutes
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Pets allowed: less than 453 kg per pet (limit 3 pets total)
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Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Turn off ac units if used
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 5455564vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Jim Falls
Located in Jim Falls, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Heyde Center for the Arts and Cook-Rutledge Mansion are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Chippewa County Forest and Old Abe Lake. Northern Wisconsin State Fairgrounds and Irvine Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Northern Wisconsin State Fairgrounds - 15 min drive - 23.8 km
Jacob Leinenkugel Brewing Company - 16 min drive - 25.3 km
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire - 29 min drive - 49.7 km
Getting around
Eau Claire, WI (EAU-Chippewa Valley Regional) - 35 min drive
Restaurants
1917 Lake Wissota - 11 min drive
The Crow's Nest Bar & Grill - 7 min walk
Jake’s Jim Town Bar & Grill - 8 min walk
Old Abe's Bar & Grill - 10 min drive
Drinko - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Riverfront Family & Pet Retreat, Near Fest Grounds pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Riverfront Family & Pet Retreat, Near Fest Grounds?
As of 21 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverfront Family & Pet Retreat, Near Fest Grounds on 21 Jan 2027 start from AU$826, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Riverfront Family & Pet Retreat, Near Fest Grounds?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Riverfront Family & Pet Retreat, Near Fest Grounds?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Riverfront Family & Pet Retreat, Near Fest Grounds?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Riverfront Family & Pet Retreat, Near Fest Grounds located?
Situated on a river, this holiday home is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Old Abe Lake and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Popple Lake. Lake Wissota and Chippewa Falls Museum of Industry and Technology are also within 12 miles (20 km).
About the host
Hosted by Holly
We spend time in this home as much as we can with our young daughter. When we aren’t here, we are in Colorado. Holly is originally from this area and loves spending time with family, animals, and the outdoors. Her husband is from Colorado. We try to split our time between the two states.
Why they chose this property
This is a nice quiet neighborhood with a great view of the river, close to Chippewa, Cadott and Eau Claire, some of my favorite places
What makes this property unique
This property is great for entertaining as it has a very large sunroom with a large dining area as well as another smaller dining room, and two very large sitting areas, not including sitting areas in the upstairs in basement. It also has great views and you can often see deer, fox, small birds and bald eagles from the backyard.