La Crescent Cottage on Minnesota Bluffs w/ View!

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January 2025

February 2025

Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 693 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Pet-friendly

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Explore the area

La Crescent, MN

Shenanigans Entertainment Center & Sports Bar
12 min drive
Pete's Inn
5 min drive
La Crosse Station
17 min drive
La Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal)
14 min drive

Room options

Similar properties

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Parking available

for 1 home

includes taxes & fees

9 Jan - 10 Jan

About this property

Entire place

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

Situated in the heart of the Driftless Zone on the Minnesota Mississippi River bluffs lies this cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom vacation rental cottage! Adventure lovers will be thrilled with the abundance of outdoor activities in the Driftless area, including hiking, skiing, climbing, paddling, golfing, and more. Spend your days picnicking at Riverside Park or visiting the Minnesota Marine Art Museum. End your nights on the patio, grilling out and watching the sun disappear behind the wildflowers.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Fireplace | Fire Pit | Wildflower Fields (On-Site) | Dog Friendly w/ Fee

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Living Room: Twin Bunk Bed

OUTDOOR LIVING: Patio, gas grill, outdoor seating & dining
INDOOR LIVING: Flat-screen TV, DVD player, dining table, shower/tub combo, ceiling fans, board games, books
KITCHEN: Stovetop, oven, refrigerator, cooking basics, dishware/flatware, coffee maker, teapot, Crockpot, microwave, toaster
GENERAL: Central heating & air conditioning, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, washer/dryer, iron/board, linens/towels, trash bags/paper towels
FAQ: Step-free access, pet fee (paid pre-trip), unreliable WiFi, hunting/ice fishing not allowed, homeowner on-site (across the street)
PARKING: Carport (1 vehicle), boat/trailer (1 boat max)

-- THE LOCATION --

ATTRACTIONS: La Crosse Segway Tours (11 miles), Riverside International Friendship Gardens (12 miles), Riverside Park (12 miles), Winona Ice Park (20 miles), Wabasha Recreation Center (22 miles), Minnesota Marine Art Museum (24 miles)
HIT THE TRAILS: Eagles Bluff Park (7 miles), King’s and Queen’s Bluff Scientific and Natural Area (SNA) (8 miles), Great River State Trail (14 miles), Savannah Oaks Hiking Trail (16 miles), Halfway Creek Trail (20 miles), Sugar Loaf Trailhead (20 miles)
EVENTS: La Crescent Area Event Center (LA Crescent Apple Festival) (8 miles), Oktoberfest Grounds (12 miles), Riverfest Inc (La Crosse Riverfest) (12 miles), Great River Shakespeare Festival (Theater) (22 miles), Winona Steamboat Days (22 miles), Minnesota Beethoven Festival (25 miles)
AIRPORTS: La Crosse Regional Airport (12 miles), Rochester International Airport (64 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No fishing or hunting parties
- Dog friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes, 2 max)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings. This is strictly enforced
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property does have WiFi, but it is unreliable since the property is located in a rural area. Guests may need to rely on cellular data. Fiber Optic is being installed and will be available in early January 2025
- NOTE: The homeowner lives on-site in a separate unit across the street. You may occasionally see them during your stay

During your stay at this cottage, you'll be close to Shenanigans Entertainment Center & Sports Bar. The cottage offers a kitchen and a fireplace.

Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washing machine, and fireplace
6 minutes by car from Mississippi River and 11 minutes from Great River Bluffs State Park

This cottage offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

This La Crescent cottage is smoke free.

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

WiFi available

Parking and transport

On-site parking

Kitchen

Fridge
Stovetop
Microwave
Toaster
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

1 bathroom
Hairdryer
Towels provided

Living spaces

Fireplace

Entertainment

TV with cable/satellite service
DVD player
Music library
Books
Games

Outdoor areas

Patio
Gas grills
Firepit

Laundry

Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

Things to do

Hiking nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Power boating nearby

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

General

Unit size: 1000 sq ft (93 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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

Pets are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees
Note from host: A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

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

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.

Property is also known as

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La Crescent Cottage on Minnesota Bluffs w/ View! Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Frank P.

23 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet and comfortable

We stayed two nights and could sleep well because it was really quiet. We talked to the owner, she gave us a 1-hour DVD "Decoding the Driftless", and we viewed the documentary on the first night. The information was very helpful to explore and understand the area. We recommend the place and would like to come back. The host fee with "Evolve" is very high but this is not an issue with the friendly owner.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Charles R.

18 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun Weekend with Freinds

This property was a perfect middle ground for us to meet our friends and have a great weekend. Scenery and near by attractions are fantastic, our host was very friendly and communicative, and it was very convenient for us to be able to bring our dogs with us. Will definitely consider staying here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy V., Circle Pines, Minnesota

6 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Serene setting

My adult son and I found this to be a great spot for our annual getaway! We especially loved the (almost completed) screened in porch and we spent a lot of time out there playing games, reading and having our meals. The location is right off Apple Orchard Drive (stunning!) and we found lots to do in the area. We also enjoyed watching the video on the Driftless region which the owner provided. My only note for others is that we were unable to connect to Wi-Fi at any time and ended up using our data. This wasn't a big issue for us, but it might be for some. Overall, a great find!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie H.

3 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Stay

The cottage/property was clean, quiet, relaxed and lovely, as advertised. The perfect stop for the long weekend and not too far away from near by destinations. It was perfect for our small family and pup. Laurie was super warm and kind, appreciated all of the extra details and communication. Would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelby R.

6 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Can’t wait to come back!

Absolutely stunning views of the Minnesota bluffs! The drive to the cottage is beautiful and it’s located super close to a few gorgeous outlooks! The cottage itself is just as beautiful as the view from the back yard! My dad and I fell absolutely in love with the place as soon as we got there and can’t wait to return. The property was clean and very well maintained. The communication with Laurie was great and she is an outstanding host! Thank you so much for such a lovely and relaxing stay at your beautiful cottage!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha P.

24 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

A wonderful summer weekend!

Had a recent stay at the cottage. It was wonderful. Laurie was a great host. She was very attentive and provided great communication. The cottage was so clean and cozy. Our favorite things were the new screened in porch and the amazing book collection. The beds were very comfy and the cottage had all the amenities we needed for our stay! Our only qualm was the lack of cell/internet service which is out of the property host’s control. If you need immediate access to internet or cell service this is the only issue I could see.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

James W.

19 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful location, but some concerns.

My wife and I really wanted to enjoy our stay, because the area is beautiful, but some things got in the way. The first was that we was not given a code to lock the door upon arrival and we needed to leave right away. I reached out about a code, but didn't get a reply until the next day, so we had to leave our stuff in the house unlocked that night. The wifi did not work, there is no modem in the house to increase signal strength from where the router is (house across the driveway). This would help a lot in an area tough to get good service already. The privacy was a little lacking since the owner lives on the property in a house on the other side of the driveway. There are curtains to lower in unit, just not in the kitchen window, which looks right into the window of the other house. We were not aware of the host being on property from what we read in the listing. The last thing, there was a family of racoons living in the attic. This woke us up early in the morning and made it a very uncomfortable experience overall. I reached out about it to the owner, but received no reply back. The message was shown as read, just never got a reply. Again. we wanted to enjoy our stay, but there were just too many things that added up for us.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

stacy s.

30 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

awesome

clean convenient cozy very relaxing

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason T.

23 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint, Cozy, and Charming

Great little spot. Comfortable and well appointed. Host is friendly and helpful. Would recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

4 Dec 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming and peaceful

This is a beautiful property in a great location. The owner has thought of everything and is very communicative. We highly recommend staying here.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dennis J., Cedarburg, WI

8 Nov 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

ANNUAL MISSISSIPPI RIVER GETAWAY

This is a very cozy cabin out in the driftless area nestled in valleys and rolling hills (just beautiful) with comfortable beds in both bedrooms. Laurie went out of her way to make sure our group and especially my disabled wife had all that she needed. The ramp for getting over the entry threshold worked great! The added toilet chair was most welcome also.....as was the shower transfer chair. It is hard to find places that will accommodate persons with disabilities. This cabin is great....and the host was friendly and very easy to work with. We will be back!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joann D.

8 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Getaway

We enjoyed our stay very much, it is peaceful and relaxing. We had everything that we needed. Our host is very nice and we always enjoy our stay here.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

27 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Very good

Thanks

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melanie P.

14 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

A Great Time!

This is a great cottage! The owner is easy to communicate with and goes above and beyond to make a stay great. My husband uses a power wheelchair and it can be HARD to find an accessible rental that can accommodate his chair as well as the rest of the family. This was great! Easy for my husband to get in/out, and into the spacious rooms. Close to all nearby attractions!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

20 Jun 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome!

Laurie was a great host! The house was well maintained and perfect for our family. Beautiful area, close to La Crosse. Would stay there again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

14 Feb 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot and very homey

The place has a nice location near Lacrosse and Winona. Check in was very easy and the place was as advertised. Very clean and warm. We had an slight issue with the tea pot and Laurie fixed it in less than a minute. Highly recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joann D.

8 Oct 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time

We all enjoyed our stay and we plan to book again.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

23 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

quaint, secluded

Beautiful location, was a bit hard to locate, even with the advice of wait for gps to reroute from an unmaintained backroad. It rerouted us back to the same road. I would suggest adding take CR 1 to driving directions. Enjoyed the peaceful surroundings, great place to kick back and relax!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Taylor E.

18 Jul 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Sooo beautiful!!

This place has it all!! Amazing views for every second of the day! We spent so much time outside sitting around it was great. WiFi was perfect for when the kids needed a nature break haha! The host wasn’t home and if they were I don’t think we would even have noticed! The cabin has everything you may need. Very cozy. Thank you!!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

28 Apr 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

We had a great time property is perfect for our turkey hunting trip Only one very minor complaint is ants on kitchen counters

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

22 Mar 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls Getaway

We really enjoyed our stay at this property. It was so nice curling up by the fireplace on a chilly evening! The caretaker Laurie was super responsive and helpful with questions. Everything we needed was available and there was plenty of space to stretch out.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

1 Mar 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing hospitality!!!

This place was super cute and cozy. The weekend we stayed was subzero temps the whole time and we stayed nice and warm with the awesome fireplace. Our host was incredible! She went above and beyond to ensure that our stay was perfect. Thank you for a wonderful getaway for my girls and I!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jenika B.

4 Jan 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved the quiet rustic feeling

We had a great time. We relaxed and went for walks with our dog and enjoyed the relaxing atmosphere of the bluffs.

8/10 Good

Gabrielle G., SAINT MICHAEL

2 Nov 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick weekend getaway

Quaint little place close to the Bluffs state park. It had enough space for 2 kids + 3 adults. We mainly spent our evenings there as we were out and about during the day. I wished for a few more windows in the place. I was hoping the views of the bluffs could have been seen within the cabin. You could only see them outside. I wanted the campfire pit in front of the place. It was between our place and the owners home.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020