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Vermont West - Beautiful, Private, Serene Home Away from Home

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Vermont West in the Springtime!
Heading up the walkway to Vermont West.
Front walkway.
Springtime peonies.
Outdoor patio. Perfect for a lazy afternoon or morning coffee. . .

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Highland, WI
  • Governor Dodge State Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • The House on the Rock
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • American Players Theatre
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Vermont West - Beautiful, Private, Serene Home Away from Home

Vermont West is the respite you have been waiting for. A country house, Vermont West is nestled deep in the rolling hills of southwestern Wisconsin. It is a weekend home away from home, filled with serenity and privacy. Situated on a 12 acre tree farm, there are mowed trails to roam on the property, a small winding creek, gardens of wildflowers, a fresh water spring and an evening sky full of stars, dependent on Mother Nature. Regardless of the season, you will find yourself immersed in the beauty of nature and the tranquility of pure relaxation.

Conveniently located between Dodgeville and Spring Green, an approximately 15 to 20 minutes drive to either, you will find an abundant amount of cultural destinations from Taliesen, various Frank Lloyd Wright architectural buildings, American Players Theater, the House on the Rock, Global View, and many others.

If shopping is your preference, you will find many little shops to poke around in, from modern kitchen and gourmet, to antiques and Lands End resale.

If sport is what you are after, fly fishing is excellent in the Otter Creek, just a mile away, great golf courses are located in either Dodgeville or Spring Green, and the hills are to die for, for any bicyclist or cross country skier. Whether you bring your snow shoes or your waders, you will feel right at home.

Vermont West will be one of the most scenic and enchanting country homes you will ever stay at. Our guests are amazed at the sky full of stars on a summers night. The sights and sounds of the abundant wildlife. Deer walking through the hills you can see from the wall of windows in the living room. Falling asleep to the sounds of the coyotes in the distance. The estate is so calming, you can feel the stress roll off. You will find yourself saying like so many before you, 'I don't want to leave and I definitely want to come back!'

Property manager

Paul and Terese Olson
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 12:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
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

About the area

Highland

Located in Highland, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Governor Dodge State Park and Sauk County Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Spring Green General Store and Buckeridge's Home and Gallery. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Highland, WI

What's nearby

  • Governor Dodge State Park - 19 min drive - 13.1 km
  • The House on the Rock - 22 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Blackhawk Lake Recreation Area - 24 min drive - 21.2 km
  • American Players Theatre - 32 min drive - 26.1 km
  • Beach at Black Hawk Lake Recreation Area - 36 min drive - 20.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Greenspirit Farm - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Rozino's Pizza - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Kiwanis Concessions - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Clyde's Cafe - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Vermont West - Beautiful, Private, Serene Home Away from Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Vermont West - Beautiful, Private, Serene Home Away from Home?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vermont West - Beautiful, Private, Serene Home Away from Home?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Vermont West - Beautiful, Private, Serene Home Away from Home located?

Situated in Highland, this golf holiday home is within 12 miles (20 km) of Governor Dodge State Park, The House on the Rock and Brace Park. Fireman's Park and Sauk County Forest are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 66 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roberta W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property.
Lovely, comfortable house. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful weekend getaway for the adults.
We stayed here with the adults in the family and left the kids behind. It was a beautiful location. Very peaceful. The house was perfect for our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous Setting
Enjoyed our visit immensely. Gorgeous setting was restful and inspiring. Loved seeing the wildflowers and wildlife. Thank you Paul and Terese for your hospitality!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy and Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolute Relaxation
Beautiful home and serene area in which to lose yourself. Kind people and gorgeous geography. Everything we needed and easy access to other activities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house, beautiful location
The house description and pictures looked really good, but could not hold a candle to the actual property. Just beautiful, peaceful, great stargazing and a great location for area attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vermont West
Beautiful property and generous hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!
We had the best time at Vermont West! Great communication from hosts, incredible grounds and amenities, the kitchen is huge and well stocked, and the beds are so comfortable! Thanks for an amazing stay!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location quite and peaceful!
The location is perfect tucked away in snail secluded valley. The renters are first class……response to questions or if you need anything to is immediate. Will be staying there every time in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

George G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and relaxing visit
Everything was exactly as advertised. Hosts were attentive and the property was beautiful and secluded. This house is in very beautiful hilly farm country, about 15 minutes to Dodgeville.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Laurie Lantz & Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely getaway weekend
Very comfortable house on a beautiful pastoral property. Is about 20 mins fro sprimg green, where we enjoyed a Taliesin tour and a trip to American Players Theater. We enjoyed grilling our dinner, eating on the patio after sunset, coffee on the front porch, and games around the kitchen table. Beru comfortable and relaxing getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Korey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vermont West is a beautiful, serene retreat
What a wonderful property. Secluded, serene, and beautiful. We stayed for two nights and enjoyed an American Players Theater show and a farm dinner in Dodgeville. The home was perfectly situated for our needs. The hosts were super communicative and responsive. I can’t praise this place enough. Will definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blair N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
July 4 2023
Great
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary V., Homer Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Last Minute Getaway
We wanted a little trip before summer ended and saw a segment on WTTW about Dodgeville and all the sites in the area and had to check it out. Vermont West is a charming farmhouse tucked into the hills surrounded by beautiful rolling hills, farms and nature. The interior is just as perfect. Kitchen had everything we needed to make our meals. Bedrooms were so comfortable. The hosts were gracious and accommodating. It was the perfect home base after checking out the local attractions (House on the Rock, Taliesin, Dodge State Park, Wisconsin River…) We loved VW!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Roxy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Our stay at Vermont West
We had no internet/tv the entire stay. Landline could only make local calls and owners phone number was not local. We were not able to conect to wifi or data at all to call in and report the issue. The kitchen chairs need to be tightened up. My elderly disabled mother fell out of one due to it being very wobbly. The spongy areas of the floor and slippery rugs were not condusive to a walker. We would have loved to be able to do laundry while we were there. We enjoyed that the kitchen was fullly stocked with the needed tools to easily cook. I loved that there were plenty of books and games. The location itself is beautiful! It is so serene and relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Susan d.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So peaceful
Sweet farmhouse on a lovely property, surrounded by trees and lawn and farmland. You will hear the occasional farm vehicle, but mostly just birds birds birds. The house is perfect for a getaway and miles away from other people. Wifi is fine for checking email and light streaming but probably not for working remotely or playing Fortnite. Easy drives to grocery stores in Spring Green or Dodgeville, and outings to Taliesin or Mineral Point. Owners are respectfully distant but available and friendly if needed. We're happy we went.
Stayed 29 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly what we were looking for.
Clean, updated, everything was as advertised. Beautiful location. Would go again without hesitation!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway
Needed to be in the area for a local wedding and booked this place on a whim. I can’t even tell you how weird I’m getting two trips out of one! Beautiful home and such gorgeous trees on the property. Enjoyed every second.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim T., Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Splendid Time in Vermont West
Family of four adults enjoyed a beautiful early fall stay at Vermont West. The house was lovely and well appointed, and completely as described. Paul and Therese were a pleasure to deal with -- virtually during the booking process and in person after we checked in. This is a lovely, remote home nestled in the rolling hills of the Driftless area. It was perfect for relaxing, and as a base camp for forays to APT in Spring Green, and trips to Mineral Point and New Glarus.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely quiet getaway
This property is called Vermont West. The home is lovely and well appointed. The kitchen is well stocked with any type of cooking you may want to do. All the bedrooms are comfortable and bathrooms adequate. The grounds around the home are lovely and we enjoyed walking around the property. It is very secluded and quiet except for the sounds of nature. The hosts are great. Paul came to greet us after we arrived. He told us about the history of the house. We enjoyed our chat with him. We had tickets for a play at APT in Spring Green but it was canceled due to rain. We found many board games so we spent the evening with those instead of the play. Property is located near Spring Green and Dodgeville. Recommend this property for quiet time in Wisconsin’s Driftless Region.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gontran K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well equipped, charming country home
The kitchen was well equipped-everything you need to cook and feed many people, play indoor and outdoor games, read, sleep well and generally relax in the country. The appliances and two full baths worked well. The house was charming and even had a sauna. We loved the trails on the property and the back patio with a table for eating outside. It was well situated for all area attractions such as American Players Theater, Governor Dodge State Park, Wisconsin River, Taliesen, and House on the Rock. We had a lovely time in this beautiful and comfortable home!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing getaway with outstanding location and space.
We enjoyed our stay for a full week and found fly fishing, golf, hiking, Taliesin, Mineral Point and more outstanding, with relaxing Vermont West at the center. Thank you Paul and Terese, it was a fantastic stay, we hope to be back soon.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquil Escape
The rolling Driftless hills of Wisconsin is my new favorite place. A breath of fresh air both literally and figuratively!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Blair N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vermont West
Lovely setting, peaceful, and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience!
This property is beautiful! The best part was being able to gaze up at the stars at night without any nosey cars. The owners were very friendly and attentive when we had questions and provided a lot of information at the house. Would 100% stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Country Living
We enjoyed the quiet of being out in the country. It was a nice place to return from our day trips.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Paul and Terese Olson

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