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Historic Country Farmhouse for ANY Season!

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Property grounds
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV, DVD player, books, music library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • WasherWasherWasher
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space

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Monroe, WI
  • Popular LocationHistoric Cheesemaking Center5 min drive
  • Popular LocationMinhas Craft Brewery7 min drive
  • Popular LocationRoth Kase Cheese Factory8 min drive
  • AirportMadison, WI (MSN-Dane County Regional)72 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Historic Country Farmhouse for ANY Season!


Welcome to a step back in time! This is our "Old Farm House meets Modern Farm House". We are inviting you to enjoy the farm that I grew up on. It is over 100 years old. We have incorporated A LOT of history in our renovation, from all the decor, to telling the story of the family farm and the way things used to be. Some say it's like a museum. For me, it's a tribute to all of the hard work of my family and we hope you will enjoy that aspect! The farm has changed over the years, but the one thing that hasn't changed, is it's country charm!

This would also be the PERFECT getaway for a ladies DIY crafting vacation! I am offering hands-on crafting during your stay. Ask me for more details. Additional fees are based on projects selected.

All rooms have been updated back to its historical beginnings, from it's hardwood floors, to some original decor, but we've added modern amenities. There are 5 bedrooms. Four have full-size beds upstairs; the lower level has a queen. There are plenty of bed linens and extra pillows.
We have 2 full baths. The bath upstairs has the original cast iron tub, with shower. The lower level bath, has a walk in shower. Plenty of towels provided. Hair dryers and toiletries are available if needed.

Everything that you need to cook with is in the kitchen! Our updated kitchen boasts a cast iron sink, butcher block counter tops, coffee bar area and real barn board decor. The island is a converted dresser, which holds some of my mom’s favorite cookbooks, if you’d like to try a new recipe! There are plenty of eating spaces - one off of the kitchen and a formal dining room.

We also have a patio area to enjoy, with a gas grill and recently added a boulder fire pit on our old barnyard to enjoy, weather permitting.

There is a living room with a TV and a fun game area, on the enclosed front porch. I have all of my games from when I was a kid, for your enjoyment. That’s from over 50 years ago! We also have a video library of VHS and DVD's if you'd like to enjoy a movie. There isn’t Dish network or cable, but there are over 20 local channels. We do have high speed internet, to keep you connected and a landline phone, if you’d like to make a call using a phone book!


If you see in our pictures, that we have a quilt on our barn. We are one of 150 quilts located across our county. We have a brochure with a map, if you'd like to take a tour, to see all of these beautiful quilts! Ours is called "Rainbow Blossom".

If you would like to learn about the history of our farm, please let us know. We would love to tell you how the farm operated years ago. I have had nothing but great memories while growing up here. It is our wish that you will leave our farm with great memories of your own!




Other things about the farm:
(this is during the growing season)
With over 3 acres of lawn and gardens, we might have to do some watering, lawn care while you are staying with us. Please know that we will be mindful of your privacy. We are currently working on the beds, so not all are totally manicured, but a lot to see none the less!

We do have a farm cat that comes and goes around the farm. Please do not try to catch him. We will feed him everyday if he's around.

Even though we are located on a country road, we do have some cars and farm machinery going by during the day, during the growing season. Typically by evening, things are pretty quiet. See the pictures for location from roadway.

Sleeping arrangements:
Bedrooms 1, 2, 3 and 4 upstairs
Each has 1 full size bed
Bedroom 5 lower level
1 queen bed

Amenities:
Bathtub
Ample parking on premises
Washer/Dryer
Central Air
Ceiling fans in all bedrooms and living areas
Internet/Wi-Fi
Essentials ex. Dish soap, shampoo (kept in upper cabinets or closets for safety reasons)
Iron- ironing board
Blow dryers
Gas Grill

SAFETY FEATURES
Fire extinguishers, fire blankets and fire ladders in upper bedrooms
First aid kit (in kitchen)
Carbon-monoxide detectors on each level
Deadbolt locks
Smoke detectors in each bedroom
Exterior lighting

Things to know:
House rules
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Check-in: After 4:00 PM Contact us, this could be moved up if we do not have guests prior to your stay.
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Checkout: 11:00 AM also can be flexible.
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Check-in – I will contact you a few days prior to set a time. I will meet with you at check in.
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NO SMOKING
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NO PETS
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NO LARGE PARTIES OR EVENTS - inviting extra people over to our location, IS NOT PERMITTED. Please do not book this property if this is your intent. If you do, your whole security deposit will be forfeited.

There isn’t access to the attic or basement* (If there would happen to be a storm warning, that would mandate for you to take cover in the basement, we would make sure that you can do so).

Currently limit of 8 guests
Please note BEFORE booking: our initial rate of $199 is based on two people. Any additional guests are $25 per guest per day. If you are interested in an extended stay, please contact us for availability for a longer length of stay and to see if it will work for your needs. Also for any discount we can offer.

While certainly children are welcome, our house is NOT set up for toddlers. We have a staircase of 15 stairs to the upper bedrooms, so safety is of our concern for this age bracket. PLEASE contact us with any questions.

NOTE: Must climb stairs — Entrance has 5 steps. To get to the upper bedrooms, there are 15 steps. Not wheelchair accessible.

Additional things to know:
- During the growing season, there are many types of flowers and shrubs in the gardens, that could have thorns, prickly leaves, etc) – young children should be supervised while in the gardens. If you also have an allergic reaction to bee stings, please know that when the flowers are blooming, we do have a variety of pollinators during this time; usually from May - Oct.

- Any buildings around the farm with closed doors, are not accessible.
- Fireworks, firearms, ATV/UTV and snowmobile use is not permitted on any areas of the farm. We do have access to a recreational trail that is a mile down the road.
- To be good neighbors, quiet hours are from 10pm-6am Monday - Thursday and from Midnight - 6am Friday - Sunday.

Covid information:
We take your safety seriously and want to do everything possible for your protection, while you stay with us. Cleaning and disinfecting will be done before your arrival.

Local Area:
The main hub of our county is the City of Monroe, population 10,827. We have 2 grocery stores and 6 gas stations. Also Wal-Mart and Farm & Fleet for any supplies that you may need, as well as many local shops and eateries surrounding our historic downtown. Monroe is 5 miles from the farm. This information will be available to you in a binder when you come.

Local Attractions:
Cheese Country Recreational Trail parking - 4.2 m ATV/Snowmobiling
Hawk's Mill Winery - 3 m
Sky View Drive Inn Movie Theatre - 3.5 m
Cadiz Springs State Recreational Area - 3.6 m
Historic Cheesemaking Center - 5.1 m
Roth Kase Cheese Factory - 6 m
Minhas Craft Brewery & Distillery - 7.1 m
New Glarus, WI "America's Little Switzerland" - 22 mi

Property manager

Tom and Susan Konopacki

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Snowmobiling 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

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,100 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Babies and toddlers are OK. But please contact me.

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Farmhouse For Christmas Monroe
Country Farmhouse for CHRISTMAS! Monroe
Experience Country Charm in a Country Farmhouse!
Christmas at our Country Farmhouse! Bloomin Pickets

About the neighborhood

Monroe

Located in Monroe, this vacation home is in a rural area. Minhas Craft Brewery and Famous Fossil Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Roth Kase Cheese Factory and Chalet Cheese Cooperative. SplashLand Family Water Park and Sugar River Raceway are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching, snowmobiling, and winery tours.

What's nearby

  • Historic Cheesemaking Center - 5 min drive
  • Minhas Craft Brewery - 7 min drive
  • Roth Kase Cheese Factory - 8 min drive
  • Monroe Clinic Hospital - 10 min drive
  • Lake Le Aqua Na State Park - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Leisure Lanes - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Baumgartner Cheese Store - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Country Farmhouse for ANY Season! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Country Farmhouse for ANY Season!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Country Farmhouse for ANY Season!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Country Farmhouse for ANY Season! located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Historic Cheesemaking Center, Minhas Craft Brewery, and Cadiz Springs State Recreation Area. Roth Kase Cheese Factory and Monroe Clinic Hospital are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend
Great place to stay. The host was very helpful and accommodating. The house and property are kept up extremely nice. A lot of neat history all around. I look forward to staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim H., El Paso, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and lovely.
A beautiful, quiet, country home with all the comforts of home. We had a great time and thoroughly enjoyed the lovely gardens and the well-appointed home. It was nice for all five of us to have our own bedrooms and we had everything we needed to simply enjoy our visit! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and spacious home!
We were five writers meeting up for a few days of intensive writing. Susan is a great host, her home is wonderful, and we all made great advancements in our next books! We’ll definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elise J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, peaceful, quiet, very clean
Quiet, quaint, very well kept and clean. There is a sense of calm, peacefulness and “home” about the place that is very therapeutic. Tons of history and fascinating stories about farm life 70 years ago. Owner, Susan, is very pleasant, kind, generous and great with communication. She works very hard to keep everything nice and clean and comfortable. Thank you, Susan! The flower gardens are beautiful! My husband enjoyed the tour of the old dairy barn too!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liza R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and thoughtful farm
We come every summer and have a great stay. The house is very thoughtfully laid out and prepared. The house is immaculately clean and prepared for guests. The farm and the setting is beautiful. The garden is fantastic. My kids have a fun time relaxing and playing in the yard. We have loved getting to know Susan and Tom. The farm is near Monroe which has great restaurants and shops and parks.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark W., Stillwater, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding Stay
Loved the renovated 100+ year old farm house! Beautiful and peaceful setting. Susan has put her heart into the house she grew up in! We loved all the old photos of farm life, and the barn tour. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kurt W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome in every aspect!
Growing up in the area, wow the farm brought back so many memories! Susan was there to welcome us & give the full tour & tell some farm stories. So much history & photos to take in. Family treasures I can’t believe we’re even on display! Susan checked on us regularly & made sure we had everything we needed. Stayed & told stories as long as we were asking questions. Even had a deer come out while we were having a campfire! I could go on but will just say enjoyed it so much & thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

raven

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Susan was great and accommodating. The farm house was clean and peaceful. Plenty of room for our family to run around outside and relax inside. Linen was clean and comfortable. We would recommend and stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Country home
The host takes incredible pride and care of this property and it shows. The home was very clean. Looks like something out of a Hallmark movie. Highly recommend- we had an excellent stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent farmhouse and excellent host
The farmhouse was beautifully decorated with fall/halloween decor. The historic family pictures were a pleasure to check out. Susan was a excellent host and downtown Monroe had great restaurants and bars.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doug K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Picture perfect autumn getaway
We love this farmhouse and surroundings, our second stay - and we will be back. The hosts are warm and welcoming and have put so much care and love into the house. They even went "the extra mile" ; ) when we needed help with our vehicle. Thank you a million for a wonderful stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Spot
The accommodations were lovingly presented and we were made very welcome. Good views, peace and quiet and lots of history to enjoy. We will come again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

colleen m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful country setting
Susan and Tom created a walk back in time. Beautiful peaceful setting for our family. Accommodations were exactly as pictured.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liza R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous house and property
This is a gorgeous property and wonderful house. The house is fully renovated/restored and impeccably clean. Each room is thoughtful and intuitive for guests. The garden, farming landcape, and scenery are incomparable. The hosts are so thoughtful and hospitable. We've been 2 years in a row and already booked for next year. My kids think this is their second home and cried when we left.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leann H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
We had a wonderful time staying in this beautiful home enjoying the flowers, the stories, and our wonderful time together!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

virginia j., U.S.A.

Liked: Cleanliness
FARM DELIGHT
It was a wonderful surprise that the farm looked exactly like the photos on the VRBO website. We were greeted by Susan upon arrival and given a tour of the Farm and House. We were immediately impressed and fell in love with the place. The Flowers and Garden was the perfect place to hang out and/or have morning coffee and be inspired with God's Grace and contemplate our many Blessings. We knew immediately that this was the Spiritual and Place of Relaxation we were looking for our vacation this year. We have used VRBO for our last five vacations and each place we rented was better than the one before. WE HIT THE JACKPOT WITH THIS ONE.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Seth R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serene country getaway
We were looking for a place to get away from it all, and this farmhouse delivered! The home and grounds have been lovingly restored and cared for, so we had a comfortable stay (even when all five of us were there), and we appreciated all the personal touches. Susan and Tom were tremendous hosts, reaching out on a regular basis both before and during the stay to make sure that everything was going well. The location was very quiet and also very convenient to nearby Monroe. I recommend this property highly and hope to return next time we are in the area!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Get Away
This home was better than I could have imagined. The care and detail Susan and Tom have put into renovating but maintaining the history of this family farm is incredible. Every room has beautiful photographs and descriptions, repurposed furniture and decorations, but still feels comfortable and like home. Susan and Tom were incredibly kind and so generous with their time when showing us around the grounds. We’ve already discussed when we can get back just to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julia D.

Liked: Cleanliness
So cozy!
Weekend getaway with girlfriends: this was the perfect place! Susan was the best host and it is a beautiful property!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing retreat
Wonderful, spacious, well-equipped home full of interesting history. We regret we had such little time and are hoping to return soon. Susan was a perfect host, always available for questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

susan B., Streamwood

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful farmhouse
Farmhouse was decorated with Christmas very charmingly. Lots of history. The only thing that I could say I would change is to have bedrooms darker for sleeping. The lights from farmlands were bright . The hosts were very accomadating.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elan K., Orland Park

Liked: Cleanliness
Great farmhouse getaway!
Awesome spot! My family and I loved staying at this farmhouse and learning about its history. Far enough out that you feel peaceful and secluded but close enough that you can run into town to get what you need. Great spot for relaxing and still staying connected via high-speed internet. Susan and Tom are wonderful hosts and immediately responsive. Easy trip to New Glarus. Loved the stars, fire pit, and s’mores! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ceil A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing stay at the farm.
Perfect girlfriends weekend at the Farm! We all felt the peace and comfort pulling into the yard. The flowers, decorations, along with the house and other buildings are picture perfect. When we weren't shopping, eating, or exploring the nearby towns, we spent our time in the big kitchen where the windows offered views of the garden and fields. The house is filled with love and history, and the perfect setting to enjoy time with friends. Susan and Tom were available to us for any needs and offered many extras. A couple of girls did some crafts with Susan, which turned out so well the others wished they too would have taken part. Great time and would highly recommend a farm stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michele M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a BEAUTIFUL FARMHOUSE!
This was a Girl’s Trip that we had planned! From the very first contact with Susan & Tom to the end of our trip - such AMAZING hosts! The property is BEAUTIFUL & takes you back in time!! The details and beauty show throughout their farmhouse that they have truly put their heart and soul into!! From the moment we booked - Susan wanted to know what she and Tom could do to help us with planning things to do - to giving recommendations for food - to starting a fire for us to enjoy!! Tom & Susan have totally restored this gorgeous home! The details and real history behind each and every room in the Farmhouse is so very interesting!! Tom gave us a tour of the out-barns and the wonderful history behind it all!! You will LOVE staying at their Farmhouse in the country - GUARANTEED!!! Thank you again for being such wonderful hosts - and hope to see you again in the future!! Dawn - Michele - Mariann
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021