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    Ejaculation on the headboard

    Okay first things first. We came here when this place was COMPLETELY empty. My wife walked in and the front desk person is on the phone and doesn't even acknowledge her presence. She was overly nice to the folks on the phone while ignoring my wife for over 10 minutes. When she got off the phone she acted as though my wife was inconveniencing her for even being there. She didn't acknowledge ignoring her or being on the phone and just simply said "yes?" in a rude tone as though we had inconvenienced her for being here. She begrudgingly gave our key cards and only gave one word answers or completely ignored anything that was said. Being met immediately with rudeness for simply having a reservation was an immediate turn off. "Becky" or Rebecca really needs to consider a different career. Next comes the state of the hotel. There is a nasty rogue sock in the elevator that should have been the first sign. Then we get to the hallway and there is literally black mold falling from the ceiling. Outside our room is a pile dead bugs. Once we get into our room we see that there is food and popcorn all on the floor. I inspected the bed before sitting on it out of fear of more bugs .. but immediately regretted sitting down after seeing my wife's face. She points at the headboard. ..Which has some substance (let's be honest we know what it is) on it. Like splatter and dripping. This place is disgusting and they have gall to charge over $200 for one night. I'm absolutely appalled and considering sleeping in my car. Will be disinfecting everything I own when I get out of here .. we just really wanted to go see the house for my birthday and traveled all the way out.. what an awful kick off

    Mold. Yay.
    Alvin L.

    The place smells of mold. The room was insanely overpriced for an outdated, musty suite. Black mold in the bathrooms, stained sheets, hair ties on the carpet. There was no manager on duty to process a refund.

    2nd bedroom in suite (I had already put something on the bed so it doesn't look perfectly made)
    Shannon M.

    Stayed here for one night in a suite while visiting The House on the Rock. Pros: - Staff was friendly - Nice little gift shop; had some postcards they were out of at the House, and they sell bathing suits in case you want to use one of the pools but forgot your own - the property was lovely and well maintained - our rooms were clean - beautiful views of the golf course and surrounds from our rooms, with fresh country air! Quiet overall (except for a couple of drunk golfers bellowing about missed shots. Don't be that guy). Cons: - Probably biggest con is the parking location relative to your room may be really confusing. Since rooms are apparently all on one side of the hotel to maximize view, it may make most sense to park on the 5th floor even if your room is on the 2nd floor & take the elevator, depending how far down the length of the building it is. We finally figured it out the morning we were leaving. - Though clean, this place is decidedly dated. Furnishings need an update, and the tub had a grunginess that just comes from wear. (Also, most people don't want a tub with jets in their hotel room these days because the likelihood of them getting really clean is so iffy.) The sliding pocket doors within the suite were also heavy and hard to maneuver. - The mattresses in both suite rooms needed an upgrade: very hard, not what I'd think of at a "resort" We didn't partake of the spa, pools or golf course. This place is a nice retreat from the world, though close to Taliesin and The House on the Rock.

    White gunk on kitchenette faucet

    This is our first time staying at this resort and, unfortunately, cannot recommend it especially when you can stay at a much nicer 3-star AmericInn for similar price point in Dodgeville. We rarely leave bad reviews as most places we have stayed have advertised their spaces within reason of expectations. Cell service for Verizon in the rooms is weak, the resort has average-mediocre guest wifi. The resort smells a little musty, the landscaping is in need of care, and the hallway carpet is worn, tired, and stained. We were disappointed with the condition of our first room. We could instantly tell it was quite outdated, the sofa cushions were slumped, mattress of the king bed was slumped, ironing board surface was falling apart, there was hair/pubic hair on the bathroom floor, and a tile missing. We asked for an updated room and the front desk agent nicely accommodated the request. However, the 2nd room was not much better; the door was hard to open because it didn't latch properly, the carpet had a large stain in the kitchenette area, ironing board was in similar state as the first room, and kitchenette faucet has white gunk on it. The only minor improvements were that the sofa cushions were less slumped than the first room and the mattress appeared to be in better condition and we did not find hair/pubic hair in the bathroom floor, but we did find some hairs on the bed (see pics). The sofa is squeaky and not comfortable for lounging and we were not sure if the bathroom towels were mismatched colors by design or if they were old towels mixed with newer towels. The condition of the patio area of both rooms are very tired and not inviting. We will not be repeat customers and wish we could cancel and receive a refund for our 2nd night.

    Kitchenette and seating
    Lillian C.

    Oh God please don't update the decor or fix the Wi-Fi at this place. In some cases I would agree with other reviewers, but not this resort. I would agree that the staff is very ambivalent, but man is this place beautifully eerie. All the things I love about this resort will probably eventually be changed but as it stands, it's a hotel straight out of a psychological thriller, like The Shining. The winding, identical corridors, the uniform yet entirely unique antiquated furniture, the dated layout, the utter emptiness despite its massive size, even when it's booked.. the disconnect from the internet, the isolated location. This is not your average resort. If you were planning to use modern amenities and enjoy a traditional resort stay, go somewhere else. But if you want a striking atmosphere that only an isolated hotel up on a winding hill can offer, this is the place. Put down your phone, take a look around, and heed the creepy sign a resident painted and put up out on the main road: "There's No Tower In The Valley."

    Main room
    Erin K.

    I am giving this place 2 stars for the wifi. If not for that it would have been a 1 star. I thought this being the House on the Rock resort it would have something relating to the House on the Rock (other than buying your tickers for you with the room cost) or resemble a resort at the very least. There was a pool and it was on a golf course, but that was it. The front desk service was horrible at check-in and we were the ONLY people staying in our section of the 'resort' which was kind of creepy. I honestly think this was an old folks home before it became a 'resort' and they bought everything in it. I seriously looks like it was decorated in the 80s/90s and never touched. It looked and smelled just like my grandparents retirement home, down to the bedding and decoration. Perhaps they can get away with it since there seems to be nothing else in the area.

    Beth C.

    So tired. The staff is ambivalent, food is average and cleaning subpar. Since they have a captive audience, they don't care. At checkout, when I mentioned that housekeeping was lax, Cheryl's response was "Well, they we rushed yesterday." No apology, no offer to reimburse, nothing. I'd actually be surprised if the sheets had been changed before our arrival.

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    The Usonian Inn LLC - room corner

    The Usonian Inn LLC

    3.1(28 reviews)
    3.6 mi
    $$

    My husband and I decided to take a long weekend and visit The House on the Rock and The Cave on the…read moreMounds for our third wedding anniversary. Knowing I love vintage and unique he had found the Usonian via Vrbo. This motel was absolutely adorable! It was extremely clean and cozy. Carolina was so very friendly and even did something very special for us, when we went into our room she has put up a "congratulations" banner - it was something so small but it made us feel very welcome. We definitely will be booking again!

    DO NOT BOOK THIS MOTEL. We had a dreadful experience with the owner who we had to call because she…read morenever sent a confirmation email after we tried to book and paid her outrageous fee. Spent a half an hour on the phone with her and she was incomprehensible, couldn't figure out her website (by her admission!)and then insisted we send her a photo of a government issued ID with all identifying info AND a picture of us over our cellphone before she would give us a reservation. (Racism?)We got off the phone and sent an email to cancel our request and refund the fee. She sent back an email that the fee was not refundable! We replied that we expected her to refund it since we never received a confirmation and had no reservation. A credit appeared on our credit card the next day but then was removed and the charge remained. We have filed a dispute with our credit card company and will also be contacting the STate of WIsconsin. DO NOT do business with this woman.

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    The Usonian Inn LLC - Carolina put this up for us!

    Carolina put this up for us!

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    Bathroom that i got instead of what i paid for

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    Inn at Wawanissee Point - More great trails.

    Inn at Wawanissee Point

    5.0(12 reviews)
    28.7 mi

    This is the best Bed and Breakfast my husband and I have ever stayed at, and we've tried many from…read moreCape Cod to California. Dave and Trudy are such warm and helpful hosts, making you feel so cared for and pampered. The Inn is so beautiful and immaculately clean with a view you never get tired of. We stayed in the Birds Nest room which was just perfect for us. Amazing view, comfortable bed, tub with spa jets, separate toilet room and two sinks - just perfect! Trudy is an amazing chef and Dave is the friendliest server at breakfast, serving up fresh baked goods, yogurt/granola, juice/coffee/artesian water, fresh fruit of many varieties, and the most delicious and lovely presentation for main courses. We were so impressed with every breakfast. At 5:30 pm every evening, Dave hosts "happy hour" in the Indigo Lounge, where you can sit at the bar, take in the view and enjoy some fine wine and a really delicious charcuterie plate put together by Trudy. Dave is great to talk to and has so many recommendations for the area. We took most of his recommendations for what to eat and drink at restaurants and were not disappointed! The grounds are beautifully manicured with so many trails and an outdoor spa (which we enjoyed a couple times while again taking in the view) and there is a sauna and exercise area inside too. We would love to come back and enjoy Dave and Trudy's amazing hospitality.

    We loved our stay in the Secret Garden room! Dave and Trudy are exceptional hosts. The Inn was…read morebeautiful, the grounds were well-maintained and easily accessible and the meals were delicious. Wine and cheese hour was a bonus and they were super helpful with local recommendations and reservations for dinner. We would absolutely recommend a stay!

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    Inn at Wawanissee Point
    Inn at Wawanissee Point
    Inn at Wawanissee Point - Great trails to hike.

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    Great trails to hike.

    Spring Valley Inn - Pat's Place Dinning Room

    Spring Valley Inn

    3.9(26 reviews)
    2.3 mi
    $$

    Pluses: Good location for Spring Valley attractions. Good breakfast, nice lounge area, good pool…read more& exercise room. Friendly staff Minuses: Lousy wi-fi, and the area is in a cell-phone hole as well, so you really notice it. But the big complaint was were the incredibly damp and moldy accommodations. Strong smell of mold in our room and to a lesser degree the hallway. Any clothes that we had hanging in the room got damper by the day. As other reviewers have noted, every room needs its own dehumidifier. Carpets should get ripped out and air conditioners checked for mold. This is a health hazard and made our stay much more unpleasant than we expected.

    Everything there was perfect except for one big thing. Staff was extremely friendly and…read moreknowledgeable about the area which was extremely helpful. Breakfast was much better than average for a free hotel breakfast. The room was very clean and neat. Beds were fine. Now here was the big problem. The wing we were in was extremely musty to the point I was getting concerned about what I was breathing in. I think the ac unit just added to the problem. Ended up sleeping with the window open......which not everyone would feel comfortable doing. Now when I mentioned it to the staff they did offer me a room a few doors down but that room did not smell a whole lot better.....apparently nothing else was available. Now it had been extremely hot with high humidity the several days before our arrival. The hotel had fans going in the hall which was our first clue there was a problem. The smell of the room was tolerable but just barely. Clearly an on going problem.

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    Spring Valley Inn - All new beds 2014

    All new beds 2014

    Spring Valley Inn - Nice, clean room

    Nice, clean room

    Spring Valley Inn - Entrance to Pat's Place

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    Crown Point Resort - View from cabin #2 patio

    Crown Point Resort

    5.0(4 reviews)
    40.6 mi
    $$

    I can't believe this place hasn't been reviewed on YELP! I feel like I am letting the cat out of…read morethe bag by giving away a secret. If you don't have the time to drive all the way to the Northwoods, you can still have a fantastic view of a beautiful lake, paddle around in a kayak or rent a pontoon, cook out, throw a frisbee, or borrow bicycles and ride into Stoughton (Norwegian bakery!). You can eat at Halverson's, a short walk down the road, and drink too many Old Fashions and walk back to the resort. Their food is great in the old Wisconsin way. You can come by boat or bicycle with a little planning and make a mini-adventure out of it. There are three tiny but efficient cottages and a small, medium, and large guest house. We got Cottage #1 (the one in the photo up on the hill). The cottage has a tiny but full bath and a bedroom. Naturally, you'll spend most of your time on that patio with the awesome view of Lake Kegonsa. The manager Frank is an outstanding fellow who keeps everything immaculate. He also rehabbed all these units so he must be quite a craftsman as well. He went the extra mile for us on a couple of accounts. So 5 stars for accommodations, 5 stars for service, and 5 stars for value.

    WOW! I agree with the other review that it's crazy there isn't more yelps on this beautiful…read moreproperty. I was looking for the perfect getaway for my boyfriends birthday when I stumbled upon this place. Lake Kegonsa was never a lake I had heard of until now and boy let me tell you I'm glad I did. This lake is stunning and the views you get of it from these cabins are unreal. It's breath taking to watch the sun rise over the lake in the early morning. Cabin number 2 was our choice for the weekend. The prices were very responsible especially for all the cabin had to offer. It was fully stocked with anything and everything you may need. Don't let the pictures on the website fool you, these cabins are completely updated. New appliances, new TV's and very comfy beds. Lastly, Frank the owner of the property, was very kind and inviting. When we first arrived there he greeted us with open arms at 6pm. Which was very nice because many places offices close at 5pm and he was there all ready for us at 6. He keeps the properties very tidy and presentable. Don't sleep on this place, it's not one that should be missed!!

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    Crown Point Resort - View from the walkway that connects all the cabins together.

    View from the walkway that connects all the cabins together.

    Crown Point Resort - Cabin #2

    Cabin #2

    Crown Point Resort - View from the bottom of cabin #1

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    View from the bottom of cabin #1

    Parkview Bed & Breakfast - Parkview B&B at night

    Parkview Bed & Breakfast

    5.0(8 reviews)
    27.6 mi
    $$

    Well it's a new review for an older experience…read more Back in September of 2017 my nephew and I biked from the twin cities down to Madison staying in hotels along the way. Reedsburg was our last night so we preferred to stay somewhere nice. We were greeted warmly by our hosts Lorraine & Neil who let us park the bikes in their garage and let us know where we could get some food in town. After a nice dinner we went back to the clean and nice rooms and talked with our hosts about what we'd like for breakfast. I remember a great blueberry cobbler and some (homemade?) yogurt. Our hosts gave us some good insights on the road ahead and we rode on down through Baraboo, past Devils lake in into Madison. I'd definitely repeat the ride and particularly the stay here.

    My wife and I stayed here for 4 days during our recent trip to Wisconsin, and I have to say that I…read moream SO glad we did! First, its an absolutely charming house in a quaint little town. All the rooms (of which there are 4) are of good size, but only 2 have their own bathroom. The other 2 have to share, which isn't that much of a hassle in this kind of place, really. Unless you are really picky. The owners/operators are a super nice married couple who really go out of their way to make you feel at home. The breakfasts they serve are nothing short of spectacular and delicious without being froo-froo. Usually 4 courses, and all were excelent every meal. We always left the house nice and full! I also should mention that this place is pretty well located for quite a few tourist spots around the area, including the dells, house on the rock, taliesin, and a few others. Highly, highly reccomended!!

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