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New Rental! Kid Friendly Bluff House with incredible Mississippi River Views!

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View from the front deck!
View from the loft looking down.
Interior detail
Plenty of outdoor lights to light up the outdoors at night.
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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De Soto, WI
  • Clear Creek Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Driftless Area Education and Visitors Center
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • La Crosse Center
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Basement Bedroom

1 King Bed

Loft Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Main Level Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Main Level

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

New Rental! Kid Friendly Bluff House with incredible Mississippi River Views!

Enjoy breathtaking views of the Mississippi River while you relax, get cozy, and recharge in this newly decorated modern-rustic cabin situated high on the bluffs above the Mississippi River. Whether it is a family vacation, a girls/guys weekend, or a couples getaway you will enjoy the "Bluff House" inside and out. Take in the views with coffee on the deck in the mornings or sitting around a campfire on the large paved patio with a cold beverage of choice in the afternoon/evenings. There is never a shortage of things to see, whether it is boats and barges going by on the river, trains passing by on the tracks, or vehicles slowly moving by on the highway below.

Plenty of beds to accommodate a group or large family. (1 king, 2 queens, 2 twins)

Brand new outdoor playground, sandbox and zip-line to entertain the kids for hours! Inside we have an indoor kid's play space and toys in the loft to accommodate families with younger children. We also have a pack and play crib for babies.

Our patio has a large fire pit, (wood provided) fire starter, plenty of chairs, and an outdoor cooler. (located in the utility room)

A large farmhouse kitchen table, brand new granite kitchen countertops, a brand new gas oven/stove, and an outdoor gas grill will give you all the space you need to stay in, cook, and enjoy meals together. Propane is provided for the grill with an extra tank in the event you run out.

A new sectional couch with an open concept floor plan extends the kitchen space to the living room and also includes a smart TV. Watch your favorite team, sitcom, movie, or whatever you are in the mood for!

Our high-speed internet can accommodate zoom meetings, TVs, multiple phones, or whatever you may need to “plugin.”

Second to the last house on a dead-end lane, not for from LaCrosse (WI), Lansing (IA), Viroqua (WI).

Bring your UTV and explore Vernon and Crawford counties, or your boat, kayaks, jet skis and explore the mighty Mississippi!

If trout fishing is your aim you should also check out some of the finest coldwater trout streams anywhere: Lansing Clear Creek at Clear Creek Park (1972 South Road on the west edge of town); Wexford Creek (1416 Great River Road) and the French Creek Wildlife Area to name a few. Check with the DNR to find which area streams are stocked on a regular basis.

There is a gas station just down the hill for misc odds and ends, there are local bars for food and drinks. Hit up the Great River Roadhouse for drinks and the best pizza around! If you need groceries or other dining just cruise across the river to Lansing, Iowa and you are certain to find everything you need and some you don’t.

If you are looking for a different property, please check out our listing across the river in Lansing, Iowa. Listing #7556345

Property manager

Joe and Ashley
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Playground, toys and play table.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
There is a fee of $20 per pet.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside away from the house.
Please keep the water usage to a minimum due to the sensitive septic system. Thanks!
Please be considerate of the amount of firewood you use. We do not charge for the wood and we want to keep it that way.
Kick your feet up and relax!

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
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

De Soto

Located in De Soto, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. Vernon Vineyards and Viroqua Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mississippi River and Lansing Wildlife Management Area. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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De Soto, WI

What's nearby

  • Mount Hosmer Park - 8 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Clear Creek Park - 8 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Driftless Area Education and Visitors Center - 22 min drive - 17.5 km
  • La Crosse Center - 40 min drive - 47.0 km
  • University of Wisconsin-La Crosse - 49 min drive - 52.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Safe House Saloon - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Great River Roadhouse - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Nutmegs Bakery & Cafe - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Shep's Riverside Bar and Grill - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Bright Spot Tavern & Restaurant - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is New Rental! Kid Friendly Bluff House with incredible Mississippi River Views! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at New Rental! Kid Friendly Bluff House with incredible Mississippi River Views!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at New Rental! Kid Friendly Bluff House with incredible Mississippi River Views!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is New Rental! Kid Friendly Bluff House with incredible Mississippi River Views! located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Mississippi River and within 6 miles (10 km) of Mount Hosmer Park and Clear Creek Park. Driftless Area Education and Visitors Center and Lansing Wildlife Management Area are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 190 out of 202 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 202 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 202 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 202 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Scott E.

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

Nice place with great views to make up for other minor shortcomings

The views from this property are wonderful, and well worth the drive to get to the property! The cabin is quite roomy, with plenty of beds for large groups and nice large windows for outside viewing, along with a nice deck and firepit with great views of the Mississippi river down below. There are also lots of outdoor options in the Driftless area of SW Wisconsin and NE Iowa, so there is no shortage of outdoor activities at any time of the year. However, there were a few negatives to our experience. Note that there is only one bathroom (on the main level), so a large group of people might find waiting for the bathroom to be part of the experience, or if one needs to visit the bathroom at night, unless you're in the main floor bedroom, you'll need to navigate stairs. The kitchen had plenty of things in it, but the organization was lacking, and many of the items seemed quite used and not up to what we would have come to expect in a premium VRBO rental. Also, at first glance the place was quite clean, but there were lots of corners that hadn't been dusted, and quite a few dead bugs on windowsills and on the floor. We only saw one live bug while we were there, so we know a lot of them were already there before we arrived. Note that these negatives did not really detract from our enjoyment of the property and the view, but feel the need to mention them.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica V.

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

Enjoyed the view!

The stay was great overall. We would have liked some warmer blankets on the beds but made it work with throw blankets. The house was pretty clean at first sight, but found lots of pet hair in nooks and crannies.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terrence R.

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

Fun and beautiful property

This home is very nice and the location is amazing! Great Fire area and playground.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel A.

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

Weekend Getaway

The cabin was very nice. Loved the view of the Mississippi River. Being in a nice secluded place we still found it easy to get to and venture out to see the area attractions. We would recommend it as a place to go.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Great retreat on a snowy weekend

The Bluff House was perfect and just what we wanted. The snowfall made the view even more spectacular and all the more cozy for playing cards and doing a puzzle. The kitchen had all we needed for cooking. (We did get pizza from The Roadhouse in DeSoto and recommend it.) Bed was comfortable, and recliner couch made movie watching relaxing. We had no problem getting to the house in the snow, but we had a 4 wheel drive vehicle. We would love to return to enjoy the outdoor spaces.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew K.

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

Great place.

Had a nice little get away for the week. Great place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth C.

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

Holiday getaway

So relaxing! Took a couple of day trips saw eagles almost everyday.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Tracy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Franz K.

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

Perfect!

Great place for a get together with family and friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

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

Great cabin and view!

The pictures were very accurate! The view was fantastic, and the cabin had everything you needed. Great instructions for everything. A gas fireplace would be nice, but I understand for insurance purposes it is not allowed for renters. The cabin heated up nicely without it. Great places to eat in the area and very friendly people. Wi-Fi was extremely fast, and it was great to have a Smart TV and Alexa for music etc. We will definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Mindock Bluff House Review

Property was amazing and views did not disappoint! Will probably visit again and recommend to others. From the property perspective, one nice thing would be to let guests know they need distilled water for the coffee machine up front so they can come prepared. Not a big deal, just an inconvenience in the morning. Maybe I missed it in the property overview. From the VRBO perspective, I was disappointed when the price per night on the home page was misleading in relationship to the total cost. Thought we would be all in for less than $600 with the cost per night listed at $189. I am new to VRBO so probably naive as to what to expect. Thank you for letting us borrow your home! Great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

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

Getaway

We really enjoyed our stay. The property was very nice. It was the perfect little get away! One suggestion would be to have more chairs by the fire pit and/or replace the two that were there because they were semi broken. Overall great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Janice G.

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

Great for nature lovers

Nice well kept property. Beautiful views.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

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

Fall getaway

We truly enjoyed our stay at Bluff House! The view from the house over the Mississippi River and beyond is unobstructed and captivating. The house was spotlessly clean and inviting. The owner Joe was friendly and very accommodating. This house provided a relaxing and fun getaway. We highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Merry E.

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

Secluded, spacious, unusual, comfortable

Spent a few days here. The house has everything you need. The host is very responsive. We cooked breakfast very day, sat on the deck overlooking the downtown of Desoto and the Mississippi River. Plenty of cooking supplies. A wrap around couch that was comfy and a nice living/kitchen/dining room space. The beds were good. Extra pillows in first floor closet. Washer and dryer to wash your own cllothes. One bathroom on main flloor has an unusual shower, flashing lights and music plus rain shower and other sprays coming at you. It was nice. I think driving up the hill was fascinating. It takes about 10 minutes to go up and around. Squirrels everywhere! Everyone comments about the view, it was outstanding. We ate at a "nunnery" in Gays Mills. They prepare French food and speak French. It was very good and unusual. Worth thee drive. St. Francis Hermitage. I had steak and fries with a bottle of champagne. Hubby had a full trout. Said it was the best one he ever had. We came home with a full chocolate cake, done in French style. The stove is gas. There is no dishwasher. It truly was quite an amazing space.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Perry B.

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

Outstanding

I came back home to bury my parents who grew up in the area as well as I. That being a sad goodbye the Bluff House gave us an out
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate M.

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

Family time

This is the 2nd time we’ve worked with Joe and the 2nd property of his we’ve stayed at. Comfortable, clean, and quiet with a beautiful view. We had a wonderful relaxing time and are excited to do it again in a year. This property had plenty of room and we really enjoyed a nice bonfire one evening. Take it from me, if you stay at one of these properties, you will most certainly do it again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan K.

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

Mississippi River Getaway 2024

What an amazing place! The view is spectacular! Joe is awesome to work with! The beds were comfortable, great fire pit, location is the best... can't say enough good about this place and will definitely be back! Thanks, Joe, for sharing your place with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg V.

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

Bluff House

The place is very nice and has a beautiful view. Quiet end of the street, which made it very private. The beds, pillows, and linens were fantastic The shower was great after a long day kayaking and exploring. We loved the big farm house table for our family meal times, and the deck to sit on in the morning, listening to the birds. A/C worked great. The wifi worked very well. There was plenty of room for everyone to spread out and relax. We had our 4 adult kids come in from all different directions of the state, and there was plenty of parking. for 3 small cars and 1 trailer for the kayaks. We kayaked the Kickapoo River and had a blast! About 1 hour drive from the house. Also visited Lansing, IA and LaCrosse, easy drive either way. The only draw back is the 1 bathroom-but it is doable. Loved the cabin feel! we would recommend this place to friends, or maybe return ourselves one day! Owner was very responsive. Thank You!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

We had a great stay. Beautiful view!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frea E.

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

Family getaway

Great cabin with wonderful view! Comfortable beds, great yard.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

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

Excellent Accommodations/Scenic Mississippi River/Bluff Views

This was an excellent place to stay and relax taking in the Mississippi river and surrounding bluffs. The accommodations were new and everything clean. My brothers and I thoroughly enjoyed staying here. We rode our motorcycles all over the area, great roads, nice and quiet. Great place to unwind and take in the scenery. The host Joe, was very responsive to my inquiries.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

D F.

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

Great Place for a Family stay

The first thing is the view is great! From the deck, fire pit or even the kitchen! They have a play set, toys and games which made it a perfect fit for our young kids. The location is terrific as well quick drive to Lansing, Lacrosse or Prairie du Chien. The basics were all in order; meaning it was clean comfortable and everything in good working order. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia M.

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

Amazing View House

The views were amazing from all parts of the house. Enjoyed having a fire outside. Nice relaxing weekend with friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Joe and Ashley

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This is a family owned and operated rental, we also have another listing across the river in Lansing, Iowa. We also have a second home 1/4 mile away from this rental in De Soto. Listing number 2678364 We have enjoyed the process and enjoyed sharing our home with others so we decided to make another purchase on this home.

Our Lansing property listing number is 7556345

Why they chose this property

We chose this property because it was a ‘diamond in the rough’ and we saw what kind of potential it had. After numerous hours of cleaning up the landscape, we were able to open up the view and see the Mississippi River! My wife Ashley put her touch on the inside to add to the breathtaking view, and we now have a first-class property!

Languages:

English

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests