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Mississippi River Getaway Spirit Mound, now with high speed internet!

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 679 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Ferryville, WI
  • Villa Louis
    23 min drive
  • Effigy Mounds National Monument
    29 min drive
  • Yellow River State Forest
    45 min drive

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4.8 out of 5, Exceptional, (54)
The price is €202
for 1 home
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan
Hydro-Massage Tub! Wrangler Outlaw Suite! Horses!

About this property

Entire place

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

Mississippi River Getaway Spirit Mound, now with high speed internet!

Spirit Mound is a two-story cottage/cabin, situated in a residential woodland area on the bluff on the East side of the Mississippi River along Hwy 35 "Great River Road". The cabin/cottage is modified A-frame construction with partially open "Loft-type" (no bedroom doors) sleeping area divided by an enclosed bathroom and stairway. Spirit Mound has all the comforts of home with all of the mystique of the Mighty Mississippi, multiple nearby boat ramps, and fun family activities just a short drive away. Many of our guests are happy to unplug and enjoy the simple pleasures; however, high speed internet WiFi is available for those who wish to work during their stay. At Spirit Mound, you can relax and have a quiet retreat "from it all", go out and enjoy a craft beer with the locals, or have a full-on river adventure!

The nearest mid-size town nearby is Prairie du Chien, 16 miles south of Spirit Mound on Highway 35 South. This is a good place to pick up groceries, dine out (recommend Fort Mulligan's Tavern for casual and The Black Angus for supper club-style), catch up with internet connectivity, or shop at The Cannery or any of the local antique and gift shops. Hungry for a snack? Stop by Pete's Burgers on Blackhawk Avenue, a classic burger stand popular with locals and visitors alike. Prairie du Chien is also home to several significant historic sites, including Villa Louis and Fort Crawford.

Hiking, biking, and kayaking are available at beautiful Wyalusing State Park. Great views and hiking trails range from easy to difficult for more experienced hikers.

At Marquette and McGregor, Iowa, further south of Prairie du Chien on Hwy 18, you will find Eagle's Landing Winery, some "treasure hunter" antique shops, and spectacular views of the Mississippi River at Pikes Peak State Park.

For local fishing, there is boat access 1/2 mile north of the cabin on Hwy 35, near Lock & Dam No. 9, a popular fishing location. Forget your fishing gear? No problem! Cabela's outdoor super store is just 16 miles south at the north edge of Prairie du Chien.

If you like Native American history, you have found the ideal vacation spot in Spirit Mound. American Indians represent diverse nations of people who flourished in North America for thousands of years before the arrival of Europeans. The Menominee, Ojibwe (Chippewa), Potawatomi, and Ho-Chunk (Winnebago) peoples are among the original inhabitants of Wisconsin. Even further back in history, prehistoric Mound Builders lived in the area surrounding Spirit Mound cabin and all along the river. The lot adjacent to the cabin was explored and documented in the late 1800’s by the Smithsonian Institution due to the discovery of prehistoric burial mounds at the site. The gently rolling mounds are still visible as peaceful monuments to generations of native people who lived, worked, and hunted here many years ago. Effigy Mounds National Monument, a major group of prehistoric mounds accessible to visitors, is just a half hour's drive, north of Marquette, Iowa on Hwy 76.

Spring time and Summer at Spirit Mound bring a variety of birds, eagles, and waterfowl to the area - great for bird watching. Autumn is "leaf peeping" time at the cabin, and time for the Gays Mills Apple Festival in September! We hope you will enjoy Spirit Mound no matter the season!

Message for guests regarding COVID-19:
The safety, well being, and satisfaction of our guests is very important to us. During the current concerns over the COVID-19 virus, we have adopted enhanced cleaning procedures recommended to owners by Vrbo/HomeAway. These procedures are based upon WHO and CDC guidelines, including but not limited to: providing hand sanitizer, vinyl gloves, and spray disinfectant for your use, disinfecting frequently touched surfaces such as door handles, appliances, and countertops between guests, and washing bedding and throws for a longer period of time with hot water, laundry detergent, and bleach where necessary. Many of these were existing processes for us, with the exception of providing PPE and hand sanitizers. As always, we will continue to be flexible in the event of a need to change reservation dates or cancel a reservation.

Cordially,
Jan Whetstone
During your stay at this cabin, you're just a quick walk from Mississippi River. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the cabin.
  • Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, washing machine and patio
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 50+ Mbps)
  • 0.4 miles (0.6 km) from Mississippi River and 14 miles (22.5 km) from Kickapoo River
Mississippi River Getaway Spirit Mound, now with high speed internet! offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Eastman cabin is smoke free.

Property manager

Jan Whetstone

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 850 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: No pets on beds, please.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Cabin
Mississippi River Getaway
Mississippi River Getaway (2 night minimum stay)
Mississippi River Getaway Spirit Mound Cabin Cabin
Mississippi River Getaway Spirit Mound Cabin Eastman
Mississippi River Getaway Spirit Mound Cabin Cabin Eastman

Mississippi River Getaway Spirit Mound, now with high speed internet! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 94 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Max M.

Liked: Cleanliness
An amazing cabin for a weekend away
We absolutely loved staying at this rental. It was clean, cozy, easy to access and secluded. It was very comfortable- there were plenty of kitchen supplies, towels, and little touches to make you feel right at home. When a repair took place, the communication was transparent and we weren't inconvenienced in the slightest. The cabin is near wonderful hiking paths and a short drive from basic needs like groceries, gas, and firewood. I would highly recommend this rental if you'd like a quiet weekend away.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

MONICA P., Denver, IA United States

Liked: Cleanliness
River Getaway
What a great weekend for us. Cabin was great - nothing was forgotten by the host! Beautiful setting, peaceful. Centrally located among the local towns/ attractions. We hope to stay again. Only the two of us, but easily take care of a family of 6. Not a single complaint or concern.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcia T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Get away weekend
This property was very clean and so well stocked. The deck was the perfect place to sit and enjoy the outdoors. I would definitely recommend this place and would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

tamsin f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spirit Mounds
Lovely get away
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
Wonderul property with incredible amenities! So much to do around it and such a beautiful location! 10/10 will visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geralyn D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our getaway
2nd year and will be back
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bo K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway
Awesome. Nature all around. Very peaceful and relaxing. That’s exactly what we were looking for. Very well equipped kitchen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little cabin.
Had everything we needed and even things we didn't. Loved our time there.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justine B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family stay
We had 5 people aged from 6-84! The cabin was cozy and perfect. We went to PDC for the day and had a great time. The cabin had all we needed for the stay! We do wish it was less windy so we could have had a fire outside!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Great Getaway
When we walked in, we were amazed how clean it was. Loved the scenery. Didn't want to leave. Traffic on hwy. 35 was a bit noisy. I loved the trains.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jodie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place in the driftless area
We greatly enjoyed our stay. This cabin met all of our needs very well and we appreciated the attention to detail shown with things like extra supplies, charging cords, and labels on the cabinets. The only thing I would caution is the tall step to get into the tub/shower. This wasn’t a problem for us but I can see where it might cause some issues for some. The trains were actually a lot better than the ones at home because there were no crossings nearby thus no train horns (there are at least five in our small town). Highly recommend this cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

James p.

Liked: Cleanliness
great cabin
Well kept clean cabin, didn't have any headaches or issues
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Trish J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Good
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

steve s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Haven
Great cabin to relax and enjoy nature right outside your door.Beautiful comfortable space indoors.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin!
Spirit Mound did not disappoint and was exactly as advertised! My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed celebrating our 27 year anniversary in this cabin. Great location just north of PDC. We enjoyed the nearby attractions and dining. Dan and Jan did a great job of the overall organization and decoration of the cabin incorporating the local history. And if you forgot to bring something from home, they most likely have thought of that too. If you like the outdoors and wildlife, this is the place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geralyn D.

Liked: Cleanliness
2023 Unplugged
Love the property, there privacy, there area. Can't wait till next year
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean, very comfortable, very quiet
Wonderful little two-bedroom cabin. Super clean, nicely furnished, check-in couldn't have been simpler. Aside from the occasional train - a sound that we enjoyed - it was very quiet. Lots of birds, deer, and burial mounds on the property. We were headed to Wyalusing and Effigy Mounds Nat'l Monument, so that was a nice surprise.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Staci K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spirit Mound Cabin, Ferryville WI
From the moment we booked our trip, to the stay and our departure, we had nothing but a great experience. Our host was very friendly and informative. There were no surprises and we had plenty of information from the host. The cabin was exactly as promised and even better than we expected. Anything and everything you would need is provided in the cabin and it was immaculate. The property was beautiful with plenty of room to lounge on the deck or sit by the fire pit and relax. You can hear the road traffic from down the hill and when the trains pass by down the road it is pretty loud but other than that it was very peaceful and relaxing. We would highly recommend Spirit Mound and plan on coming back to stay sometime in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven B.

Liked: Cleanliness
AWESOME!!!
This property exceeded all expectations - from the views off the deck to the toiletries provided if we forgot something. They even added an additional requests that was beyond expectation. Communication with Jan was great! Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mississippi river get away
The setting was great, very clean home. We should have been informed there would be no wifi or tv service, the dvd play and selection of movies was very good however. Also, the only toilet made a constant running noise and the left side stove top burner did not function properly. Otherwise we did enjoy the peace and quite of the place during our stay. The train and bird sounds were nice and the closeness to the river was enchanting.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Kim K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this getaway
Very clean secluded mostly quiet ( except some train traffic). The cabin is amazingly stocked with everything you could possibly need. If you love the beautiful scenery like we did and some hiking this is the place to be .
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, comfy, private…a perfect getaway.
When we arrived, we found a clean, beautiful cabin, just as pictured. Everything we need was provided. The local guide provided was very helpful m. The beds were comfortable. We loved sitting by the fire in a stunning setting. The train that runs by is loud. But it didn’t ruin our fun and didn’t bother us sleeping or anything. It’s just a good heads up to know it’s there. Thanks so much! We would love to come back
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy, well-stocked cabin in a beautiful area
Jan really pulled out the stops to make sure anything you might need was there. We stayed during a "typical" Wisconsin fall, so it was hot when we started our visit and cold (in the 40s overnight) by the time we left, so we got to try the AC and ceiling fans as well as the heater - both heating and cooling worked great. We enjoyed being in between a bunch of great parks - Pike's Peak, Effigy Mounds National Monument, Wyalusing, and Yellow River National Forest. I appreciated how responsive Jan was to our questions and she had some great suggestions for local events and attractions!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shane B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience
Me and my work crew came up for a fishing trip. This was an absolutely beautiful place to stay. It was very clean, up to date, and well taken care of. Jan went above and beyond with everything at this property. If you forgot anything at home, it was guarenteed to be there. Will definately book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ryan E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
This is a very quaint and clean property. We needed a weekend getaway. Upon entry into the driveway, we were met by three curious deer. This is not a complaint, but it should be noted that you can hear the highway traffic and busy rail line traffic. The outside firepit area was exactly what we needed. I would recommend this to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022