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Rustic View Cottage in beautiful Baraboo Bluffs! Perfect for a private getaway!!

Family-friendly cottage in Merrimac with a water park

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Escape to a peaceful retreat at our cottage, nestled on 20 serene acres with trails. Unwind by the fire pit or charcoal grill, and enjoy the comfort of a fully equipped kitchen, electric fireplaces, and Roku TVs.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 81800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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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.

Rustic View Cottage in beautiful Baraboo Bluffs! Perfect for a private getaway!!

Our private cottage features a fully equipped kitchen, stainless steel appliances, microwave, dishwasher, washer & dryer, 2 bedrooms, one with a king bed,the other a queen, 2 pull out sofa beds, one full size and 1 queen, 1 air mattress, 1 full bath with tub and shower, all linens provided, free WIFI, 2 electric fireplaces with 2 Roku flat screen tvs, central air, heat, coffee pot, pots and pans, dishware and linens, fire pit, charcoal grill, front porch swing, and an indoor/outdoor kennel for your canine family member, situated on 20 acres with trails, on a dead end road. Tired of the rat race of the city life? You will love the peaceful, serene location. Conveniently located 5 miles from Devil's Head Ski & Golf Resort, 5 miles to Cascade Mountain, 20 miles to Wisconsin Dells,so many attractions nearby-Devils Lake State Park, Circus World Museum,Ho Chunk Casino,Waterparks, The Outlet Center with shopping galore, to name a few. Pack up your family and vacation here, in your own private home! Please note: there is a $75 fee per pet, per stay.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 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.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Absolutely no fireworks or parties
A one time pet fee of $75 per pet will be charged per stay

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Iā€™m sorry, no cats ,due to allergies

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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

Property is also known as

Rustic Cottage Beautiful Baraboo Bluffs Merrimac
Rustic Cottage Beautiful Baraboo Bluffs
Rustic Beautiful Baraboo Bluffs Merrimac
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Rustic Cottage in Beautiful Baraboo Bluffs

About the neighborhood

Located in Merrimac, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. Al. Ringling Theatre and International Clown Hall of Fame & Research Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Ochsner Zoo and Glenview Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Kalahari Indoor Waterpark and Happy Hollow Park. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding and snowmobiling.
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What's nearby

  • Parfrey's Glen State Natural Area - 12 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Devil's Head Ski Resort - 15 min drive - 7.7 miles
  • Devil's Lake State Park - 16 min drive - 10.1 miles
  • Wisconsin River - 16 min drive - 10.4 miles
  • Cascade Mountain Ski Area - 17 min drive - 11.9 miles

Getting around

  • Portage Station - 20 min drive
  • Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ā€ŖLakeside Bar - ā€¬28 min drive
  • ā€ŖHooker's Resort - ā€¬34 min drive
  • ā€ŖIron Skillet - ā€¬15 min drive
  • ā€ŖRemi's Thirsty Moose - ā€¬25 min drive
  • ā€ŖCG's Pub and Grub - ā€¬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic View Cottage in beautiful Baraboo Bluffs! Perfect for a private getaway!! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rustic View Cottage in beautiful Baraboo Bluffs! Perfect for a private getaway!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic View Cottage in beautiful Baraboo Bluffs! Perfect for a private getaway!!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rustic View Cottage in beautiful Baraboo Bluffs! Perfect for a private getaway!! located?

This family-friendly Merrimac cottage is located in a rural location, 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Glacial Lake Wisconsin, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Wisconsin River and Parfrey's Glen State Natural Area. Memorial Park and Rozno's Meadow Trail Trailhead are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Rustic View Cottage in beautiful Baraboo Bluffs! Perfect for a private getaway!! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 146 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 152 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jim H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is doggie disneyland !
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really enjoyed our stay. Comfortable rooms with a well equipped kitchen and fenced in area for our dog. Loved sitting on the covered porch and hearing owls and coyotes in the distance as night set in. Devils Lake State Park, Wisconsin Dells, The Crane Sanctuary and more are waiting for you to explore in this nice area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derick W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family get away spot that is not out of the way, but not in the hustle and bustle!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We brought our furry family and had an excellent stay. The location is wooded, quiet and in a great proximity to hiking (Devils Lake) and biking (Great Sauk Trail). Wendy promptly responded to any questions we had and the cottage was set up well for our extended stay (6 weeks). We spent a lot of time exploring Baraboo, Portage and surrounding area. Lots of good restaurants and take out nearby.
Stayed 49 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duane A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Privacy

We enjoyed the secluded location and great fire pit. The he house was also clean and well cared for.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Great Stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place to stay

Beautiful country and scenery and place
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patty R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Respite

Close to EVERYTHING! Crane foundation is amazing, wildlife park, casino, devils lake! The area is amazing, the vistas, lakes. We took the ferry from Lodi to Merrimac too. Then back to the rustic cottage for peace, nature, serenity at it's best!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane K., WEST BEND

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rustic cabin getaway

This was a great place to stay and the area is beautiful. Our stay purpose was for a relaxing getaway which this place provided for completely.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jared O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Great time
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rev. Jesse K., DeSoto, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Place

Our family very much enjoyed our stay. The cottage was very clean and within 30 minutes of all the activities we wanted to do.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keely B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Nice place
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

William J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An excellent vacation

This is the 2nd time we have stayed here and both times were outstanding. We are looking forward to next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another fantastic visit

Setting, location, well equipped cabin and hosts have us frequenting here often. The area and location continues to draw us here, time and time again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Cottage Getaway

A great place to get away from the city, yet close enough to many interesting attractions! We thoroughly enjoyed the house, the overall property, and the location. We hope to come back again someday with our kids and grandchild!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Kelly R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A nice getaway

Wendy was welcoming and the property was spacious and clean. Had everything we needed. We would love to come visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Country Respite

Roomy house with a lovely porch, big yard, trails through the acreage, and a wonderful fire pit. We enjoyed this quiet, country home and the nearby hiking trails and Dells boats.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Cottage

We have been coming to this cottage for years now. Never disappointed, Always feel so welcomed and like our home away from home. Love the area and having a place like this to enjoy after exploring the area makes our visits so much more enjoyable. Great Hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

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My son and I spent 3 days in this lovely cottage. It was large, well furnished and extremely comfortable. I would recommend this vacation place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice house in secluded location

We enjoyed our stay in this house. The owner was very accommodating and easy to reach. The built in kennel for our dog was great. Would stay again if ever in the Dells area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W., Hoffman Estates

Great accommodations. Loved it and very close to both ski locations.

Spacious. Good condition. Awesome forest land surrounding.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, comfortable, quiet getaway

This was our second year staying at Rustic View Cottage and we had another amazing time. Thanks to Wendy for the great communication and for sharing your beautiful cottage with our family!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Deb S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rustic View Cabin

We were happy to be able to contact the owner and check in a few hours early. The area is beautiful and property peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cara and Tom L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Get Away From It All

We have stayed here multiple times and always enjoyed it. It is secluded enough that you feel totally removed from the bustle of daily life, yet close enough to Baraboo and Devil's's Lake to have access to good restaurants, shopping and outdoor activities. The kitchen is well stocked, linens and towels provided, as well as wifi, TV and even some DVDs if you want to relax with a movie. We always feel very at home here and if you want to "get away from it all" this cabin fits the bill.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travis P., South Lyon

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Country Living

A great place to get away from things in a remote location. It was very clean and good size cabin, it fit our family of four comfortably. Not too far from Baraboo and Wisconsin Dells.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023