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150 Year Old Home Situated in the Picturesque Rolling Hills of Southwest WI

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Exterior
6 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Lone Rock, WI
  • Wisconsin River
    10 min drive
  • Bakken's Pond State Natural Area
    12 min drive
  • The House on the Rock
    30 min drive
  • Baraboo Bus Station
    56 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

150 Year Old Home Situated in the Picturesque Rolling Hills of Southwest WI

Cold Spring Farm’s 150-year-old home has 20 rooms, 6 bedrooms, 3 full baths (and 1 half bath), a modern kitchen, convenient laundry room, a relaxing deck, and campfire area. The farmhouse is situated in the scenic hills of Bear Valley on 50 acres with frontage along Bear Creek. It’s the perfect getaway for those wishing to experience country living at its fullest. This historic home is 1 of 6 possible birth places of Frank Lloyd Wright. Frank Lloyd Wright's father, William Wright, often visited the home, played the piano (which is still in the home), and helped entertain guests from around the world who visited the farm. Considered 1 of the 7 mansions of Bear Valley, this creamy brick home boasts lots of character and charm.

Outside, the property features a large campfire area with plenty of seating, a professional sized corn hole game, giant Jenga blocks, horseshoe pits, a walking trail, with a spot to sit next to Bear Creek. There are several grills, a huge deck with patio furniture, and a bar with seating in the covered shed. The shed is decorated as a saloon and is approximately 30 feet x 50 feet, and here is the link to view the video https://youtu.be/fOf05TbHL08. There is a 75" big screen TV in the living room of the house.

Located between Spring Green and Richland Center, Cold Spring Farm is close to Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin, A.D. German Warehouse, American Players Theater, House on the Rock, bike paths, hiking trails, fishing, kayaking, canoeing, and tubing on the Wisconsin River, and so much more. There are several beautiful state parks within 45 minutes of the farm. There are well known wineries in southwest WI, as well as Oak Wood Fruit Farm, and two locations for Peck's Farm Market.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to Smith Slough and Sand Prairie State Natural Area. You'll find features like an arcade/game room. The vacation home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 3.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include a car charging station
  • 7 minutes by car from Sauk County Forest and 8 minutes from Battery Park
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills, an arcade/game room, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Jan and Rob, Property Managers

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games room
  • Games
  • Piano
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3000 sq ft (279 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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.
  • Note from host: We do not recommend children under 10

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

150 Year Old Home Situated in the Picturesque Rolling Hills of Southwest WI Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Zimmerman K., muskego wisconsin

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful quiet location. Anout 11-12 mi outside of Spring Green.
Don’t plan on walking into town for shopping or lunch,etc. Driving to any destination is required. That issue was fine with our group. sitting on the deck with our morning coffee , or cocktail hour was great. Amazing antiques throughout the house
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kristine K.

Liked: Cleanliness
A big place for a big group
We needed a property with five bedrooms and multiple bathrooms so this place fit the bill. The kitchen was well-stocked with most things we needed. The beds were comfortable. We especially appreciated the piano and table games. The outdoor activities were also just fine. However, we were all rather horrified by the lack of smoke alarms in each bedroom and other rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual APT Trip
This is our 3rd time here. We keep coming back because it’s perfect for our group, has everything we need, and us just an amazing place!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time!
Wonderful time in a beautiful home, we enjoyed the house and the grounds!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely
We appreciated the old atmosphere vibes and yet with modern updates of the place. Super convenient location for all things Spring Green!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lydia M., Reedsburg, WI

Liked: Cleanliness
Women's Weekend 33
We really enjoyed exploring this wonderful house! It was filled with a history of photos and period pieces. With 8 of us in our group, there was plenty of room for meals, sleeping, and just relaxing. The beds were very comfortable, there were 2 refrigerators for all our weekend treats, and 2 ice makers for our evening cocktails. We enjoyed our evening campfire. A beautiful country setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Edward G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fourth-of-July Farmhouse Stay - 4 days
Overall, We had a great stay in this Farmhouse, when considering the fact that the house is 150 years old. There obviously has been various improvements. On the plus side heat and air conditioning worked perfectly, beds were very comfortable and we enjoyed cooking in the kitchen. All bathrooms were operational, and our 4 year old took over the tiny half-bath with the low toilet just perfect for her. We also enjoyed the many nesting birds visible from the windows for excellent viewing. It was grand to be so close to House of the Rock, Taliesin and other sites, but the clear highlight of our trip was the fabulous state park! Two in our party are rock climbers and we all hiked while the climbers did their thing, then cooled off in the beach and nearby waterfall! On the negative side, all the decks, both downstairs and upstairs are in need of repair! The big deck off the kitchen had tables, chairs, umbrellas, NEW cushions overlooking beautiful views of the farm country. Unfortunately, the deck itself is in need of repair, taking some of the charm away. An upstairs deck proved to be the best place to watch fireworks, but the black surface made all of our feet/socks black as well & it looked a bit unsafe. Lastly, the trough-like-sink in the downstairs master was a mess! Some kind of plastic-like material was peeling in major swaths, making it unattractive and unusable. A few simple refurbishments would have made this home a 5 STAR rather than a 4!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerard F.

Liked: Cleanliness
good old farm house for family
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leland S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay!
Gathering of all siblings and spouses for week of visiting and enjoying of local sites.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynette R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming and historical
We had a wonderful time. Plenty of room and beautiful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula W.

Liked: Cleanliness
College friends reunion
The house was very clean, secure, well lit. Fully equipped kitchen and enough dining room space for all. Extra refrigerator for drinks, nice! Short drive to APT and Taliesin. Would stay again! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morgan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home and Fantastic Place to Stay!
I rented this house recently with a group of 9 girls. When we arrived our group was over-the-moon with the location, quality, and personality of the home! Just touring the home when we first arrived was an adventure itself. With its multitude of rooms, games, and amenities we were fully prepared for a fantastic weekend! The owners were also very helpful and easy to contact with any questions we had! 100/10 would recommend this house as your next place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cousins
There was more than adequate room for the 7 of us! Comfortable beds, enough bedrooms and the dinning room table stretched fit our needs. The outdoor entertainment shed was very interesting, we enjoyed the corn hole game! A note for the managers- we saw ants in the kitchen sink & saw a ground hog running from under the deck.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Maria C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vintage charm
Really cool property with amazing vintage details and antiques
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lani T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing home, great location!
We had a phenomenal stay for my mother's 70th birthday. The kids had a ball exploring the house and the grounds when it was sunny, and playing games together indoors when it was cold and rainy. We luckily had clear skies one night for spectacular star-gazing. The whole family asked when we can come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth C.

Liked: Cleanliness
APT Weekend
This was our second stay here. The property is perfect for our group of 10 who gather each year around this time to attend American Players’ Theater. The location is beautiful and the many staircases make for interesting exploring in this historic old house. Communication with owners is great!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous country home
A group of us - mostly architects - meets annually to go to a play at American Players Theatre. Our group loved this home. It was beautifully decorated and had so much space, inside and out. We really enjoyed our stay. Thanks so much.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!
The house is great -- a relaxing and very interesting and entertaining property -- we are already discussing a return visit! Thank you for everything.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura K., Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

Liked: Cleanliness
APT Weekend
A wonderful weekend with friends sharing stories, meals and playing cards! The house was perfect for our group!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Russell S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay for big group
Property was great and was all that was advertised. Hosts were very accomodating when we had issues with the EV charger, they went to work right away and got the issues resolved.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nate F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our stay
House was clean & all the different rooms and bedrooms were awesome, like staying in a old farmhouse museum, but with modern amenities. Bar shed was a great addition. Had a Great Fun Cool Time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sibling weekend 2023 was a huge success!
It was an honor to stay in this historic home. Everything wonderfully quirky was included. So many rooms, 3 staircases, butlers pantry, and getting lost just walking to the bathroom. If you're into charming old homes you'll love it. The outdoor pavilion/bar/game area was a huge hit for a huge family. 4 bathrooms for 7 women winner! Winner! We sat around the big dining room table and the huge outdoor picnic table. The back deck was great with 2 more tables and umbrellas. All in all a really great time. Thank you Jan and Rob
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Sue B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ladies weekend
Very comfortable, great bathrooms, peaceful location, great weather for all of us to be on the deck together. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerard F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good Time
Family gathering to celebrate the passage of 94 year old aunt to eternal life. In spite of the partly solemn event the gathering of family and sharing of food and stories over several days in the warmth and charm of Cold Springs Farm was a great blessing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023