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Arcadian Cabin at Bishop Branch, creek-front, public land access, great location

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Exterior
Gorgeous hills and steps from Bishop Branch (the bridge in the picture)
Exterior detail
Terrace/patio
Full-sized oven & range

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 681.0 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Viroqua, WI
  • Fortney Underground Theater
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Viroqua Clinic
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Viroqua Country Club
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Loft

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Arcadian Cabin at Bishop Branch, creek-front, public land access, great location

The Arcadian Cabin at Bishop Branch Creek

Constructed in the summer of 2017, Arcadian Cabin’s location in the Driftless Area of Southwestern Wisconsin manifests a true park-like atmosphere. Both Crystal Creek and Bishop Branch Creek, are located steps off of the covered deck. The property (3+ acres) boasts a yard perfect for campfires (firewood provided), stargazing, lawn games, or just lounging and relaxing. Additionally, 58 acres of public land adjacent to the property is available for hiking, fishing, hunting, snowshoeing, bird watching, and other outdoor activities - no need to drive, these activities are all accessible on-site as soon as you walk out the front door.

At the end of the day, the 16’x28’ cabin which boasts an 18-foot tall ceiling in the main room will welcome you and up to five additional guests (sleeps six). The two bedrooms, bathroom, full kitchen, electric heat, bathtub and shower, electric appliances, Satellite TV, WiFi, a storage shed for your use, and many other features will make your stay enjoyable and stress-free.

The location of The Arcadian is ideal for any traveler’s needs. Viroqua, the county seat of Vernon County, is less than 5 miles away and has numerous shops, festivals, a challenging golf course, and high-quality restaurants available. In addition to the public land out the front door, the Kickapoo Valley Reserve is less than 10 minutes away - providing canoeing, hiking, hunting, fishing, and numerous other outdoor activities and well over 8,000 acres to roam.

We added a storage shed to the property where you can lock up some of your gear and dry out your waders. There are also yards games, the charcoal grill, a gas grill, and other items in the storage shed for your use.

Award-winning restaurants, Wonderstate Coffee, several wineries (Vernon Vineyards, Branches Winery), movie theater, seasonal farmer's market, minutes from Organic Valley and Go Macro headquarters, antique and specialty shops, and The Historic Temple Theatre are just a few of the local attractions just minutes from The Arcadian. The Mississippi River is 30 minutes away and larger towns like La Crosse and Madison are both easily accessible by State Highway 14.

Notes:
-The minimum age for cabin rental is 24 years of age. Exceptions may be considered on an individual basis, please contact us directly.

-There is a 2 or 3 night minimum stay, depending on the time of year.



Property manager

Jake & Becky Gehrke
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Laundry
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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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
Please read attached rental agreement.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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
Property Registration Number SGAA-AZWS6Y

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Viroqua

Located in Viroqua, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Fortney Underground Theater and Norskedalen Nature and Heritage Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Viroqua Country Club and Vernon Vineyards. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Viroqua, WI

What's nearby

  • Fortney Underground Theater - 7 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Vernon Memorial Healthcare - 8 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Viroqua Clinic - 8 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Viroqua Country Club - 8 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Vernon Vineyards - 18 min drive - 19.5 km

Getting around

  • La Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Liberty Store - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Viroqua Family Restaurant - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Arcadian Cabin at Bishop Branch, creek-front, public land access, great location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Arcadian Cabin at Bishop Branch, creek-front, public land access, great location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Arcadian Cabin at Bishop Branch, creek-front, public land access, great location?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Arcadian Cabin at Bishop Branch, creek-front, public land access, great location located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 6 miles (10 km) of Vernon Memorial Healthcare, Fortney Underground Theater and Viroqua Country Club. Viroqua Clinic and Tunnelville Cliffs State Natural Area are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 237 out of 240 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 240 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 240 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie N.

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

Great Fishing Location

This was a beautiful cabin and a great location for fishing the Driftless. Cabin was spotless and comfortable. We’ve stayed in many different VRBOs the last 4 years in and around Viroqua and the Arcadian was by far our favorite.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis H.

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

Great cabin

We had a wonderful stay. Great hosts and a perfect cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley R.

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

Girls Weekend

This was such a cozy, clean, welcoming little cabin in a quiet valley only a 10-minute drive (at most) into Viroqua. Lovely big table for crafts, puzzles, knitting, games, or just sitting and chatting! Tons of natural light!!Word of caution that most of the extra beds are upstairs, so people sleeping upstairs should be comfortable climbing the ladder.I would definitely stay here again! Thank you, Jake and Becky, for sharing your slice of paradise with us and for being such welcoming hosts! Little cup of cocoa for the soul.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

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

Winter Wonderland at the Arcadian

This was my second stay at the Arcadian. It was just as pleasant and relaxing as my first. Winter as opposed to late Spring, but the Arcadian was just as comfortable, conveniently and practically supplied and furnished with all the amenities an individual, couple or small family may need. Warm and cozy inside while it was cold and snowy outside.Winter adds a whole new perspective and beauty to the Driftless region. The Arcadian Cabin is situated in the perfect location to experience that beauty: a nice large clearing, surrounded by wooded hills and nestled alongside two small creeks.I'm hoping for more pleasant stays at the Arcadian in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack S.

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

Fantastic Cabin In Viroqua

We loved our stay at The Arcadian. Perfect for nature lovers looking for outdoor activities, and also perfect for people who want to visit town nearby—at just 8 minutes away, it’s the best of both worlds. Jake and Becky were very courteous and communicative hosts as well. Highly recommend this experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

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

Mini getaway

It was so beautiful, quiet and peaceful. Was just what we needed ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Jeffrey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy

Nice cabin/location. Beware of ladder access to 2nd BR, No Trespassing signs on stream in photo

This is a great cabin for a related couple using only the main bedroom and not planning on cooking full meals. Access to the 2nd bedroom requires climbing an 8-foot ladder. Climbing up/down the ladder to access your belongings or using the bathroom is unsafe and frustrating. While there is a picture of the ladder in the property description, the ladder is not shown in the 2nd bedroom photos. There is a picture showing of the BR with the top of the ladder but it's not obvious this is the only access. We were looking for a cabin with "walk out the front door" flyfishing access. This property looked perfect with Bishop Branch several hundred feet away. Unf the photos in the description are inaccurate because they don't show the No Trespassing signs on both sides and hose strung across the stream. I sent an email describing these and other issues. VRBO limits reviews to 1500 characters so I'm only mentioning a few of the issues here. The host called me (I prefer email) to tell me we should have reached out about the condition of the cookware (nonstick pans shedding nonstick material) and they would have replaced. Since we were already cooking dinner that wouldn't have helped. We expected usable cookware in an Exceptional VRBO property. During the call with the host, I brought up the inaccurate stream and 2nd bedroom ladder photos. After15 frustrating minutes of back and forth I gave up, said goodbye and hung up. Nice property, nice people not a premium experience
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

INN S.

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

Driftless Dream Location

This is a perfect spot to enjoy all that the Driftless has to offer! The place is located perfectly out of town but an easy jaunt in if you want to go to eat or enjoy Viroqua! The fishing was excellent even right out front, if ya know how to find them! The Driftless Angler can help ya out if needed! We will be back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine W.

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

Excellent Property

We thoroughly enjoyed our family getaway at the Arcadian. The cabin was clean and cozy. The property is so serene with the stream and surrounding trees. Nighttime fires and stargazing were amazing. Would definitely recommend a stay and we hope to return someday.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Great Property

Myself and my three daughters stayed here for a girls' weekend. The property was very private, but still close to multiple small towns. Everything was very clean, everything we needed was provided, and we had a wonderful time. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaurie T.

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

Nature speaks here

What a place. If you’re looking for a babbling brook, birds singing, crickets chirping, stars shining, hammock swinging, glowing fire kinda place, you will find it here! And did I mention a clean and tastefully decorated cabin? Yup! You get that too. We were pleasantly surprised by all the extras this place had to offer. And the hosts were wonderful to communicate with and took care of a need above and beyond what we asked. Took day trips to neighboring towns and then right back to this sweet little place. Easy run into town for anything you need. Storage shed was great for our bikes (local bike shop was so helpful in finding good trails). Good coffee at the Food Coop and shorter lines than Wonderstate. We went in Sept and leaves were just starting to turn and almost no mosquitoes, even by the brook (which is worth the trip alone, so peaceful and relaxing). Beautiful scenic drives. County Road D is great to stop at some of the Amish farms for goodies. Love the variety this area of WI gives you.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor Z.

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

A cozy quaint cabin get-away

We had a wedding in the area and decided to book this cabin instead of a hotel and turned out to be the best decision! The cabin was clean and the lot was beautiful! We didn’t have much time to hang around, but I’d love to go back someday!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Awesome place

This cabin is simply awesome! We were in town for our niece’s wedding at Chapters On The Horizon (another amazing place). It was so beautiful & peaceful to come back to this gem! The owners have done an incredible job. Truly loved our stay!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madelyn S.

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

We'll be back

We highly enjoyed it. It was a great opportunity for the family get together in solitude and nature and explore Viroqua.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Levi S.

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

Beautiful cabin!

We really enjoyed our stay at the Arcadian! The cabin was just like the photos. It’s not large, but was good for 4 people, especially since we were outside a lot. The ladder to the loft is steep, but that can be an adventure for the kids! Cute bedroom with 3 beds up there! The two window a/c units cooled the space down without any problems. We enjoyed just sitting on the porch and looking out over the large yard. We tried fishing in the creeks, but the water was very low, so no luck. We enjoyed our lunch at the Driftless Cafe and a canoe trip up and down the Kickapoo River.through Wildcat Mountain State Park. This was a very nice cabin for a relaxing getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason E.

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

A very pleasant place to stay a night (or two)!

We stayed here for the weekend and really enjoyed the cabin as well as the area! The Driftless is beautiful and was a much needed oasis of enjoyment in a busy time of life for us. The cabin was clean and comfortable, with all the basics and some of the extras you need to have a great stay. Check in was simple and check out too...made the whole process simple and didn't get in the way of experience in the leasst. It really was a beautiful setting and we sat out and watched the stars on our final evening. (We just missed the northern lights :( ) We would stay here again for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice M.

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

Perfect Little Get Away

Jake and Becky are great hosts and their cabin is one of the cleanest we've ever stayed in! We enjoyed ever minute and we highly recommend staying at the Arcadian!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nujemi C.

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

Peaceful

Our family loved this house, it was just what we needed. All of our needs were met. We saw lots of deer and rabbits who didnt seem to be afraid of us. It was like being in a Disney movie.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen D.

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

Arcadian July 2024

The place was spotless. And everything we needed was there. This was the perfect place to relax and forget about the world. We were surprised at how quiet it was. And the night skies! We had a perfect time! thanks!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex K.

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

Serene and peaceful

This was a lovely property to enjoy coffee on the porch in the mornings and solitude after fishing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam P.

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

Wonderful!

We had an amazing time at this beautiful property. Lots for the kids to do. Fish, play in the creek, and sports in the yard. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie K.

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

Added to our list of favorite places!

The Arcadian Cabin is absolutely fantastic. The setting is beautiful with the lush grass, wildlife, fire pit and Cook creek. I could have sat for hours just listening to the water. The cabin itself is absolutely the cleanest vacation rental we have ever had. It is spotless! Jake and Becky were delightful hosts who went above and beyond by sending us suggestions for delicious meals and great fishing spots. We highly recommend this rental if you're looking for a perfect place in the Viroqua area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Wonderful experience

Beautiful driftless cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Beautiful Secluded Getaway

The Arcadian exceeded our expectations! The location is beautiful. Our family loved playing in the beautiful creek, and walking the trail on the property. It’s located close to town, where there are great shops. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke M.

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

Great weekend getaway

Cute and cozy cabin tucked quietly away. Jake and Becky were great hosts! Very responsive to any questions we had! Very peaceful and relaxing!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jake & Becky Gehrke

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We (Jake and Becky) have deep roots in the Driftless Area, growing up just minutes from Viroqua. In 2013 we decided to return to the area and raise our 3 children. We both work in education, Jake as a science teacher and Becky as a teacher/interventionist. Our passion for the outdoors, great food, and culture made the choice to move here an easy one. We are so glad to share one of our favorite places with you.

What makes this property unique

There are many VRBO properties in the Driftless area but we feel that ours has an incredible location that feels like a park while being 5 minutes to the town of Viroqua. Bordered by public land and on a Class A trout stream, the Arcadian is that much more inviting. Location, location!

Languages:

English

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests