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The Backwaters Cottage - Farmhouse 130 North St Fountain City, WI

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Fridge, microwave, cookware/dishes/utensils
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Interior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Fountain City, WI
  • Rock in the House
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Merrick State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Winona State University
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • La Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal)
    ‪61 min drive‬

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About the area

Fountain City

At this holiday home you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Mississippi River and within 15 minutes of Rock in the House. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen and a washer/dryer. .Home features a living room, a TV and an iron/ironing board. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge and a microwave. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Fountain City holiday home include Merrick State Park and Angel Bluff.
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What's nearby

  • Rock in the House - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Merrick State Park - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Winona State University - 14 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Minnesota Marine Art Museum - 15 min drive - 15.0 km
  • St. Mary's University of Minnesota - 19 min drive - 18.5 km

Getting around

  • Winona Station - 13 min drive
  • La Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Penguin Zesto West - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Caribou Coffee - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬16 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.

The Backwaters Cottage - Farmhouse 130 North St Fountain City, WI

The Backwaters Cottage is conveniently located on Wisconsin's Great River Road National Scenic Byway with views of the beautiful bluffs and the Mississippi River. Within walking distance to the Fountain City public boat landing, bars, restaurants, winery, retail shops and ice cream/coffee shop. There’s also direct access to the Flyway bike trail. The newly renovated Cottage "Farmhouse" (main level) is 1500 sq ft and features a large living room with a couch, two leather chairs and a 55” Smart TV, dining room, 2 private bedrooms with queen size beds, a full bathroom, fully equipped eat-in kitchen with refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, coffee pot, pots, pans and utensils and laundry room with Washer & Dryer.

The town offers pleasant vistas of the Mississippi River from its characteristic terraced gardens. Nearby, 550-foot Eagle Bluff is the highest point on the Upper Mississippi. Seven Hawks Vineyard perches on the hillside outside of town while their Tasting Room is nestled in a historic downtown building. The Prairie Moon Museum & Sculpture Garden, a fanciful folk art attraction, is located just north of Fountain City. Winona, MN is located 10 minutes south of the Cottage.

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  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

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

  • No pets 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

Does The Backwaters Cottage - Farmhouse 130 North St Fountain City, WI have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Backwaters Cottage - Farmhouse 130 North St Fountain City, WI?

No, The Backwaters Cottage - Farmhouse 130 North St Fountain City, WI does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Backwaters Cottage - Farmhouse 130 North St Fountain City, WI?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Backwaters Cottage - Farmhouse 130 North St Fountain City, WI?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Backwaters Cottage - Farmhouse 130 North St Fountain City, WI Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ELIZABETH K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and spacious

This place felt like home for these few days. The place is clean, spacious and in a great neighborhood. Ease in checking in and out. If you looking for a place to spend your vacation days with peace of mind, look no further to Backwater Cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Betsy K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Convenient and nice

This apartment was convenient to the main drag of Fountain City. Quiet and nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable small town stay

The rental was clean and spacious. It had everything that we needed. Worked well for our small family. I visted with my wife and our 2 and half year old. It felt like a rental not someones home(thats our preference for vrbos). They even had a small box of toys which my son enjoyed. Its not overpowering but you can tell the owner is battling mositure and humidty issues so might be an issue for some renters if sensitve to that type of thing. Near decent bars and restaurants, quick drive to winona for more amenities. I would rent it again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

LORI S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed it very much. It was very clean and decorated really cute. Great location that was walking distance to many restaurants and bars.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place and Nice Location

Loved all the extras the place offered that were not even mentioned...all the kitchen supplies, gas grill, etc. The house very clean house and was perfect for our weekend stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

KARI S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend stay

Close to Winona. We had a great stay visiting our college student in Winona. Good location. Cute town.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Norrine H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hot water

The rooms were all very clean except the bathroom. When the shower curtain was pulled open there was a cobweb that had to be pulled away before we could step in. There was no hot water when we went to take a shower. I understand a tripped breaker was the reason, but having hot water should have been checked out before we arrived. All of that kept us from enjoying our first night of 3 there. But the rest of the home was clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place

I highly recommend this place. It’s clean, has everything you need, and the beds are very comfortable. We have stayed 3 times and we will be back again. It is homie and comfortable and a beautiful river town.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Steve and Krista B., Ogema, WI

Pleasant stay with some hiccups.

Cute farmhouse decor, comfortable beds, a short walk to river and restaurants. The bathroom was clean but small for 4 people. There were mirrors in the bedrooms which helped. When we arrived the temp was 79* and the AC was not on. We noticed a musty smell and high humidity in the house which did not improve. We did have to regularly empty the dehumidifier during our stay. The one window AC unit was small and the house temp averaged 77 degrees during our stay. In spite of a few issues we enjoyed our time in Fountain City and with a few tweeks this could be a comfortable place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fountain City Trip

I spent a week at the property, reconnecting with friends and family in the area. I found it spacious and comfortable. I enjoyed the décor.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paulette W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property

We enjoyed our stay so much. Everything we needed there. Above sink light fixture didn’t work but main bathroom light did. Host very responsive to questions. We were able to walk to bars and restaurants. Would stay again for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mona J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fountain City, WI

Wonderful! Will definitely recommend and book again if the need arises! :) mj
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geri K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for a little get away

The property was terrific. Inside as well as the outdoor space.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Work weekend

It is exactly as described. Very nice property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Central location

Great location for our stay for dirt track races
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for our weekend!

The Backwaters Cottage was very cute, very well equipped and perfect for our weekend! It's walking distance from restaurants and the river and the back patio is lovely for your morning cup of tea!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brett M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fountain City

Nice and clean. Convenient to Winona. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean cute decor

Clean well kept property. Easy check-in. Good shower. Could have used kitchen towels. We were expected to wash , dry and put kitchen dishes away but had to use small kitchen washcloths for the whole process. One bed was good, one bed was softer. Ate at the Monarch one night. All meals were good. Had drinks and dessert at the Lily pad. Great space on the water.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

We loved the house. It was so clean and well stocked. We are already talking about coming back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

dawn C. A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely home

Very comfortable home. Relaxing small community to explore. Very close to Winona and bike trails.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend getaway

This property is exactly as described. Great location. Exactly what we were looking for. Had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay

My grandson and husband said it was a very cool place. Clean. Easy check in and out. Reservation was a breeze. I highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location/Great Town

Had our yearly family reunion here, first time staying here under new ownership and Patti was great to work with. She was very accommodating and we love the house. Property is clean, neighborhood is quiet and it has everything you need in a weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Great River Road Vacation

Great accommodations. Lovely little town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy S., Marion, United States

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice little cottage.

Perfect for a short weekend get-away. Clean and cute.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023