We had a wonderful stay here for a long weekend. Julie and Stu were hospitable, interested in us,…read moreand informative. Our room was very comfortable and the breakfasts were delicious.

We parked by several illl maintained buildings that require remediation to repaint. The entrance is…read morethrough the smoking area, which was very unpleasant. Most of interior is in disrepair. I understand the house is old, but faucets shouldn't leak, and the mattress should not have a big divot. Upon arrival, Julie made somewhat of an effort to interact and showed us to our room. The showerheads and Italian lotion and hand soap are nice. The quality of workmanship on repairs left something to be desired. The dining room and stained glass were very well preserved. The constant pressure to donate, tip, and buy things was distasteful. The breakfast was was okay, but definitely would not define as homemade or gourmet: especially the brown and serve sausage. The French press coffee was nice, until the level got low, and the press and coffee looked greasy: like there was greasy water or dish soap in it. Food and coffee were luke warm the 1st day. A little better after. Fruit was fresh. Saturday night they had a loud fundraiser. I wish they would have done it on a day or time they were closed to the public: but not the end of the world. Doorbell could be heard regularly: including late at night. Walked out of our room to someone listening at our door. Very creepy. We felt like we were intrudingnand heard constant complaints about having to make breakfast. We generally stay in 3 star places, but was the Walmart of our experiences.

Me and my husband had a wonderful stay at the cottage! It's such a hidden gem. It has comfortable…read morebed, very cute yard, quiet. The hosts are very nice and friendly. The breakfast was personally made to our taste and very good! It has several rooms in the house and two cottage attached just a few steps away. This is a great place to celebrate a special event or honeymoon. We high recommend it!

Ever looking for a place that's a bit off the beaten path? Somewhere that is secluded and away from…read morethe craziness of the touristy Dells strip but close enough to enjoy the attractions? My wife and I have stayed here a few times over the years and LOVE it! The cottages are beautiful and well appointed. The breakfasts are soo good. The owners take care of anything you need and are great company to chat with and share stories. Check this place out if you don't want to stay at the hustle bustle of the big resorts or hotels, you won't regret it and will be coming back again!

Wow. What an unexpected gem. If you are looking for an original, out of the box place to stay this…read moreis the place. Anita's warmth, energy, and love that she gives to all of her guests is so amazing. On Sundays she serves her guests (and if you call ahead to reserve a spot you can enjoy this too!) an absolutely amazing breakfast...all homemade with love. Our daughters got to ring an enormous bell on the lawn at 9:00 announcing breakfast and wow...what can I say about this breakfast! We thoroughly enjoyed Anita's freshly made crepes complete with powdered sugar and her lovingly delicious jams along with fresh whipped cream. The inn and food are just like out of another world. She played the piano, we sang, it was just warm and totally out there and awesome. The guest cabins and rooms are all lovely, simple, and CLEAN. The beds had super soft sheets, comfy blankets, and I loved the fact that our kids had their own room that was still attached to ours. Keep an open mind--this isn't a chain establishment. This inn is a gem of a place and one never knows how much longer we'll be able to enjoy the unique nook of hospitality that Thunder Valley Inn has to offer. Support this local establishment just like Anita supports the local farmers and community. Best breakfast food I've ever had--quite simply I really hope we can be back to experience this again...!

So close yet so far from Wisconsin Dells…read more.. About three minutes from the downtown section of Wisconsin Dells is a wonderful little Norwegian-themed bed and breakfast. It's small; there are only 11 rooms in the entire B&B (seven in a master hut, three in a smaller ranch house and one cozy wee hus [house]). Beyond rooms, there is a kitchen that customarily has coffee and a homemade afternoon snack each day. There is a wall of VCR tapes and shelves of board games to bring up to your room. The style within each room has its own theme, but is an excellent hybrid of semi-modern convenience and the folksy charm of the past. The price range is perfect for the modest budget -- $69-$139. Each room includes a small TV/VCR combo, microwave and fridge, books/mags (range from vacation guides to recent novels to stories that reflect their Scandinavian heritage). Rooms are painted with art and style that celebrates the old country. The service is family managed and exceptionally friendly. During the week, Anita (owner) visits with the guests and serves up some wonderful breakfast, hokey expressions and piano-based games. You may see her daughters (both married, sorry guys), serve tables or give you the introductory tour (they have day jobs). Thunder Valley Inn's farm is devoted to rehabbed goats, peacocks, sheep, geese, rabbit and cats/kittens; this in itself, makes it an experience for the lil' ones. If your child is out there early enough he/she may be able to help out feeding the rabbit or milking the goat. Other family-related amenities include evening pit fires, lawn games and other little items that add to the joy of your stay. However, there is one indispensable feature and that is the farm-raised / homemade breakfast. My wife and child are fussy eaters, but finish breakfast satisfied every time. During the week, Thunder Valley serves up eggs, potatoes, sausage, ham, bread, pancakes, yogurt, granola, coffee, juices, milk and a special treat. Anita will make sure everyone is barely able to walk before she leaves you alone [no, she is not feeding you for the kill, that's too obvious of a 'joke']. Saturdays and Sundays have breakfasts open to the public. I would opt for their Sunday buffet; it includes the same items listed plus goat cheese, flatbread, fruit, bacon and herring. Eat up and enjoy. Eight years ago, I came to eat breakfast once while staying at a brand new cookie cutter hotel in Wisconsin Dells. After eating the breakfast and touring the grounds, I realized that I would never look for another place to stay. Years and numerous stays since have validated that stance. If you are taking a trip with your family or your other, this is the perfect friendly place to relax after combat with other Dells tourists.

A beautiful, peaceful retreat in the Wisconsin countryside and close to charming, history-steeped…read moreMineral Point if one is feeling sociable. Things we especially liked about the house were the delicious bed linens, the wide range of books in the house (many from local authors!), and the overall cozy cabin feeling. Cozy, in this case, is not code for "cramped" -- in fact, it was spacious with lots of light streaming in through the ground floor windows. Coleman was a wonderful host and his years of experience in the hospitality industry are evident in his attention to detail throughout the property. Onhand was a good stash of guides to nearby attractions with emphasis on birding and cycling, regional-focused magazines, and even some homemade jam. We visited in winter and spent our time skiing and snowshoeing around the property, returning to the Inn for a fire and a glass of wine. We will definitely visit again.

My husband and I have been at Maplewood for a number of years. It has always been the greatest…read morepleasure to stay there. Both of our children, and their boyriends, have driven up to visit as well. Croquet, long walks, long talks, good food, and peaceful sleep. But Steve misses Lucky (the cat)! This is the best place to be when you need a good hike and some quiet time. I recommend it 5 stars.

Our family and some friends stayed here for four nights/five days just after new years. What a fun…read moreand interesting place to share with loved ones! Plenty of room for a large group to spread out but the house also provides real coziness that makes it feel like a (very cool) home away from home. Our group loved shooting pool, feeding the jukebox, playing pinball, and taking turns at the one-armed bandit all while enjoying a roaring fire near the full-sized, classic wooden bar. the hot tub was truly awesome and large enough for us all to enjoy and we also loved taking advantage of the huge dining room to play games or the super comfy den area to hang out and watch movies. We loved the layout of the upstairs bedrooms giving everyone privacy but also being near each with a vintage hotel vibe. I couldn't get over the wrap-around balcony shared by all the bedrooms...loved it... so many details big and small that truly make this place an original. Seeing as it was early January we couldn't truly appreciate the huge yard with its many statues and sculptures (and a vintage phone booth that works) as well as the close proximity to the water, but I hope we can stay again when it's warm to take it all in during the peak season. The host and his assistant are super attentive and very responsive. It's clear they put a lot of time and planning into trying to give everyone the best experience possible. My only regret is that we didn't bring more people with us to share this treasure! I highly recommend.

My wife surprised me for my 50th Bday. Brought the family and dog and a few college friends. Was…read moresuch a nice break from reality. Great space, lots of it. Good firepit and great host! Only downfall is that they charge for using pool table. I get the other items to charge, but the pool table should be made for free. Otherwise, not 1 negative comment!

I live out of state but were in the area attending a wedding. I found this gem on Hotels.com and…read moreboy am I glad I did. From the outside of the building it doesn't look like much but the room as you can see was absolutely amazing! Beautifully decorated, the bed felt amazing! I love the decor and the overall vibe of the room. The room and town are quaint, we definitely plan on coming back to explore the area next summer.

Great experience, will return! The room was clean, cute and nice and quiet. Great shower, king size…read morebed plus a futon, friendly staff, and well maintained. The inn is right in the heart of the historic downtown, and there's off-street parenting for guests.

I recently stayed at the Gonstead Guest Cottage. My partner and I wanted a quick getaway and…read morerearranged our vacation schedule to accommodate Gonstead's 2-night minimum stay . This was the vacation spot I was most looking forward to and the one I was most disappointed by. The best parts? 1- Mt. Horeb is an amazingly wonderful small town we will be sure to return to. 2- The radiant heat throughout - no cold floors. 3- An iPod with 6,000 songs hooked up to a nice stereo system. Our beef? At $110/night, we strongly feel the Gonstead Guest Cottage is overpriced. We resented the 2-night minimum stay once we got there, and hated learning that we would be charged $10 to use their wood (we got a cord of wood from the gas station down the street for $5). We thought the price would guarantee us a nice stay. We were sadly mistaken and will not stay here again. Yes, clean (if you overlook the cobwebs) but you can't escape the strong smell of smoke from the fireplace. No problem, right? We'll just air it out. Sadly, that's not possible as the owners removed the hand cranks from the windows. Yes, they have bikes for you to use, but no air in the tires (even after promising to remedy this). Yes, they have a full kitchen with nice cookware but if they are charging so much it needs renovation. We'd also been told there would be cereal avaialble for us but nothing was there. We did love the town and will be back to visit it. We'll just seek alternate accommodations next time :) As a frequent B&B customer, I know my money should go further than it did here and am sorely disappointed in my stay.

I stayed there last week for a gonstead seminar and the experience was absolutely fantastic. I'd…read moredefinitely go back again.

For your own retreat in the Wisconsin woods, look no further than Walker House!…read more I was in the area recently for a wedding and needed a place to stay. The generic chain hotels didn't appeal to me, so I looked to Airbnb for something better. Enter Walker House. From the beginning, my communication with the owner Mike was prompt, courteous, and professional. When I arrived, he was there to greet me, and my private room was cozy, clean, and included some refreshments -- a welcome creature comfort after the 10 hour drive! I shared a bathroom, but it was clean, spacious, and had more than enough clean white towels for myself and the other guests utilizing it. Not to be outdone, Sue made a delicious breakfast in the morning. I enjoyed fresh fruit salad, eggs Benedict, and homemade blueberry muffins. I was super stuffed by the end, but didn't mind a bit! The cherry on top was when I had to leave early to drive home (to the tune of 5 AM). Mike woke up and made me a to-go cup of coffee for the road. I told all the wedding guests about my awesome accommodations and got more than a few envious comments :-) If you're in the area and need a place to stay, look no further than Walker House!

My family of four: two adults, two children just finished a four night stay here. We wanted to have…read morea local getaway within a days drive of home. When I first saw the listing with the excellent reviews and history of the house I felt this would be a fun place to stay. After spending the four nights my initial feeling was right on. This was the perfect place for our family to stay. Kathy greeted us when we arrived and helped us figure out where to have dinner that first night. We stayed in rooms 10 and 11. Those rooms have their own private bath and are on the second floor. It was as though we had a family apartment. The adults room had a king sized bed and the children shared a queen. Their room had a scavenger hunt within the stone walls, which they really enjoyed. After dinner the boys played table tennis and pop shots basketball. Kathy also treated them to an ice cream cone. Very sweet. There were also plenty of board games to play in the evenings. Breakfast was yummy and coffee aplenty! They do offer WiFi, but no screens, so it is easy to bond with your family and have some quality time together. This location was within walking distance to the swimming pool/park and Pendarvis (which is still closed). It is about a half an hour drive to House on the Rock, Cave of the Mounds, and Taliesin. Lots of fun side stops on the way to any of these places. Kathy is an awesome cook. We feel so fortunate to have met her, Dan, and Bobby Jo on our trip. Mineral Point is a beautiful town and I thank them for preserving and sharing such a wonderful Wisconsin landmark with us.

The Walker House is the best! My wife and I had our wedding reception here in August and it was the…read moreperfect venue. Kathy and Dan were so wonderfully accommodating, friendly and helpful with all of our finer details. The food was amazing, the staff was so friendly, and the ambience is relaxed. We're both eager to go back and stay at the Walker House! 10/10 would recommend. Thanks for everything Kathy and Dan!

We got the breakfast package for our day. The package comes with a good selection of common…read morebreakfast items and drink. You can select the way the egg is cooked although the scrambled egg doesn't have much flavor in it. The sausage was a bit too salty. However, bacon and pancake was great! There are also many options for the drink including milk, juice, and coffee. HOWEVER, this is only if you don't mind waiting for an hour for the food. We had to wait about an hour on two out of three days we had breakfast here. They felt very understaffed. This added-on breakfast package might be $50 per day (3 people)? The price was really low, but I'd rather drive to another restaurant and come back for the water park.

Service was great. Food came out fast. Nice decor inside the restaurant, went in winter so it…read morewasn't busy at all. The food was good, maybe could use a little more food. Overall good experience