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Driftless Retreat 🍃 🎶 📚

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· Ferryville, Crawford, Wisconsin

3 acres hosted by Marla P.

1 lodging site

Romantic

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is romantic.

All to yourself

100% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.

Welcome to Driftless Retreat, a charming Amish-built, Scandinavian-influenced cabin nestled on 3 acres in the heart of the Driftless Region of Wisconsin. Tucked away high on a Mississippi River bluff, the property offers privacy and seclusion in a rural setting, but is within easy reach of quaint river towns and villages, major hubs and some of the best spots in the Driftless area. - 5 minutes from Ferryville / Mississippi River - 12 minutes from Lansing, Iowa - 25 minutes from the vibrant, eclectic destination town of Viroqua - 45 minutes from western Wisconsin's largest city, La Crosse - 2 hours from Madison, WI - 3 hours from Minneapolis, MN - 4 hours from Chicago, IL While the cabin is rustic and simple, it is equipped with a number of modern amenities and thoughtful extras to make your stay cozy and comfortable. The ideal spot for bibliophiles and music lovers alike, the cabin has a record player (byo vinyl), an Amazon Echo with SiriusXM, a large collection of reading materials, including 200+ books and 100+ magazines ranging on topics from nature, music, health and wellness, mindfulness, sustainable living and more. There is also a variety of games, puzzles and coloring books and two yoga mats + blocks. The cabin is equipped with a reliable 52 Mbps fiber optic internet connection, perfect for remote work or for those seeking a secluded retreat while staying connected. An Epson projector and pull-down screen make for an intimate home theater experience (byo laptop). Sleeping options include a pullout sofa (full-sized bed) with futon mattress to lay on top for comfort, as well as an Exped self-inflating air mattress if needed. There is NO RUNNING WATER, but the cabin does have an electric water cooler on site that offers both hot and cold water options (bring your own water to fill the 5-gallon container). Additionally, you'll find a small refrigerator with freezer, microwave, two electric heaters for warmth, a hot water kettle, and a Chemex for your coffee brewing needs. Dishes, cookware, blankets and pillows provided (byo sheet set). ***As of August 2024, the property now features a portable toilet ('porta potty') for your convenience, and the compostable toilet is no longer available. Feel free to explore the 3-acre property and discover nearby attractions like Rush Creek State Natural Area, Blackhawk Park, Mt. Hosmer, Effigy Mounds National Monument, Wyalusing State Park, Kickapoo Valley Reserve, Wildcat Mountain State Park, and more. This property is located in a rural setting, so you can expect to hear occasional noise from passing farm equipment and trucks. Across the street, a hobby farm adds to the countryside charm, and you may hear the morning greeting of a rooster and honking of geese. It's not uncommon to see deer on the lawn, as there is an orchard neighboring the south end of the property that they like to frequent, and you'll likely hear coyotes howling in the distance at night. Also note that while we do our best to keep nature outside the cabin, be aware that bugs and mice do sometimes happen. As a guest at Driftless Retreat, you're responsible for leaving the cabin in clean condition. Please wash all dishes, place all furniture in its original setting and remove all trash and recyclables from the property upon departure (take extra care to make sure there is absolutely no food left in the cabin). Driftless Retreat is best suited for solo travelers or pairs. Detailed Guide to Driftless Retreat: https://bit.ly/3XqzmEK Learn more about Driftless Wisconsin at driftlesswisconsin.com.Feel free to explore the 3-acre property and discover nearby attractions like Rush Creek State Natural Area, Blackhawk Park, Mt. Hosmer, Effigy Mounds National Monument, Wyalusing State Park, Kickapoo Valley Reserve, Wildcat Mountain State Park, and more. This property is located in a rural setting, so you can expect to hear occasional noise from passing farm equipment and trucks. Across the street, a hobby farm adds to the countryside charm, and you may hear the morning greeting of a rooster and honking of geese. It's not uncommon to see deer on the lawn, as there is an orchard neighboring the south end of the property that they like to frequent, and you'll likely hear coyotes howling in the distance at night. Also note that while we do our best to keep nature outside the cabin, be aware that bugs and mice do sometimes happen. As a guest at Driftless Retreat, you're responsible for leaving the cabin in clean condition. Please wash all dishes, place all furniture in its original setting and remove all trash and recyclables from the property upon departure (take extra care to make sure there is absolutely no food left in the cabin). Driftless Retreat is best suited for solo travelers or pairs.

Activities

Biking

Boating

Fishing

Hiking

Natural features

Forest

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14 ratings · 14 reviews

Justin Q.recommends

October 11, 2024

Driftless Retreat

Very romantic

A very private getaway, very romantic. Literally surrounded by the sounds of nature. Our stay was wonderfully relaxing.

Kimberly J.recommends

October 9, 2024

Driftless Retreat

Cozy Cabin

Had a wonderful fall weekend at the cabin! Explored nearby hiking at Rush Creek and found a special music venue, aendre art house. The cabin was cozy at night and had great wifi for getting some work accomplished during the day. This place has everything you need to feel at home. It also has a sense of adventure - wild acres to explore, endless great books to read, tastefully selected records. Thank you!

Breccan W.recommends

October 6, 2024

Driftless Retreat

Camping with Simba

The cabin was great! Make sure to bring a good lantern or flashlight as the property gets pretty dark at night. Property was protected from the elements but there were some bugs in the property at night, which makes sense due to the ruralness. The bed was comfortable and the cabin was very home like. Thank you Marla for letting me bring my cat, Simba, along!

Carol C.recommends

September 29, 2024

Driftless Retreat

Nice Solo Retreat

Neat cabin in a private rural setting. Loved the quiet evenings and the dark night sky and the simple yet eclectic cabin. Sat my camp chair on the little deck and watched the stars. Enjoyed a hike on sugar creek bluff. Coffee on the river in Lansing is a neat place and great coffee. I'd recommend this place to solo travelers. I greatly enjoyed it.

Monica R.recommends

September 24, 2024

Driftless Retreat

Peaceful stay

The cabin was very nice, had all the little essentials you might need. The land was secluded enough to relax and enjoy nature. Would recommend.

Sophie R.recommends

September 4, 2024

Driftless Retreat

Lovely Driftless Retreat

This is a lovely stay! Solitude, good books, and the perfect location close to the Mississippi and in the heart of the Driftless. The cabin is lovely and well equipped. It felt homey and comfortable, and we were particularly taken with the selection of books. Be prepared for the best stars at night! My partner and I enjoyed our time here immensely. We did run into an issue with our stay, and Marla was extremely accommodating and and responsive - we were so grateful. I’ve never had a better experience with a host! We’ll be returning as soon as we can!

Location

Ferryville, Crawford, Wisconsin, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of oθaakiiwaki‧hina‧ki (Sauk) & Meškwahki·aša·hina (Fox), Očhéthi Šakówiŋ, and Hoocąk (Ho-Chunk) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking