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The Cabin at Big Valley Ranch

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Exterior
Exterior detail
Dining
Private kitchen
Bathroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 474.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Avoca, WI
  • Governor Dodge State Park
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • The House on the Rock
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • American Players Theatre
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

First Floor

1 Queen Bed

Loft (2nd Floor)

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

First Floor

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

The Cabin at Big Valley Ranch

Big Valley Ranch's Log Cabin sits hilltop on our 1000 acre property. Fifty + miles of trails are yours to discover on foot or by mountain or fat bike, snow shoe, or horseback. The Log Cabin is one of four homes on Big Valley Ranch and features two bedrooms, one bath, kitchen, living room, patio with dining area, and it's very own rock formed fire pit (wood not provided). The rustic cabin décor and windows in every room reminds you whether inside or out, you are surrounded by nature. Our cabin has one bedroom located on the first floor with a walk out to the back yard patio. The second bedroom is a loft on the second floor accessible by a permanent ladder and overlooks the dining and kitchen area. There is a brand new heating and air conditioning unit which makes this property usable year-round. There is a wood burning stove in the living room (for looks only) as well as a flat screen TV. If the rain brings you inside, enjoy some board or card games or catch a game on ESPN. But when the weather is nice, there is plenty to enjoy outside from the trellis to the trails! We are a bring your own horse facility, so we do not currently provide horses. We also do not allow hunting or motorized vehicles/toys on the trails. We are a short drive from Governor Dodge State Park, where you can have fun on your own equipment if desired. We do have plenty of outdoor games such as bags, frisbee golf, crochet available to you. For winter fun, the giant hill right out front is perfect for sledding or snow shoe at your leisure.

This home comfortably sleeps up to 6 guests. Housing deposit will be withheld if guest capacity exceeds 6.

WIFI capabilities are limited and do NOT support streaming.
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Property manager

Abby

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
No pets.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
$250 fine.
Bachelor parties are not allowed.
Guest capacity cannot exceed 6.

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Avoca

Located in Avoca, this cabin is in a rural area. Tower Hill State Park and Spring Green Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit 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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Avoca, WI

What's nearby

  • Governor Dodge State Park - 20 min drive - 20.5 km
  • The House on the Rock - 23 min drive - 23.3 km
  • Spring Green General Store - 24 min drive - 22.6 km
  • Spring Green Golf Course - 24 min drive - 22.6 km
  • American Players Theatre - 25 min drive - 22.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Woods Bar & Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Picadilly Lilly Airport Diner - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Whiskey Row Saloon - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Steel Horse Saloon - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Waz Inn - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cabin at Big Valley Ranch pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Cabin at Big Valley Ranch?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cabin at Big Valley Ranch?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Cabin at Big Valley Ranch located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is within 9 miles (15 km) of Wisconsin River, Brace Park and Fireman's Park. Sauk County Forest and Battery Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Miranda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short Weekend
lovely setting; great cabin with all new everything; we would have liked to stay longer.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getaway
We really enjoyed our stay. Really the only improvement would be to repair the driveway. There were stretches that were pretty bad.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

jason c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
11 year old birthday party
We had a great time at the cabin. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquility
Lovely hidden gem in the driftless area of SW WI. Our third visit and we w be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carole S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
We had such a nice time here. Very peaceful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cabin!!!
This cabin was amazing!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandi A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful, restful, and wild
Wonderful place with a beautiful and clean rustic cabin really well maintained. Gorgeous wild views with very wild noises at night. The Coyotes out there are pleasantly loud and add to the ambiance of the location. Definitely a feature! Just such a fun and comfortable stay. We had a great time using the wood-burning stove in the living room as well. Such a sweet spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natalie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Weekend Getaway
We loved our time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

6/10 Okay

Bryan A.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Great view. Bath needs renovation. Front porch furniture needs update.
Great location. Very peaceful. Outside needs work along with bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Most Wonderful Experience!
We arrived to the cabin on a hill and were totally amazed by the cabin and the property! The cabin is decorated in rustic charm. The sleeping rooms were very nice with comfy beds and lighting. We can't say enough positive commentry about our stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anthony M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Country cabin in a quiet location
Wonderful cabin surrounded by wooded hills. Host was friendly and available to answer any Q’s. If you are looking for privacy, this is a great choice.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hubert S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Silent Place
For us people from Chicago, that place was so quiet and relax. thank you for opportunity to see how nature really looks like.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joseph C., Grayslake, IL USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Remote getaway for winter fun
Nicely appointed log cabin. Room for up to 4 people. No cell service (perfect) but WiFi and Satellite TV were great. Extremely quiet. Walkout to trails to snowshoe, hike, or walk. Jenny, the local contact was great and helped answer any and all questions. Saw deer, other wildlife on our adventures. Will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls weekend
We had such a fun and relaxing time staying in this adorable cabin, and the countryside is beautiful and quiet. We hiked one of the trails, grilled out and had a lot of laughs. Great place to unwind and just relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Leah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway
Beautiful location, the kids loved playing outside and eating smores by the fire at night! Would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

christina e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick Family weekend
Nice quiet location. Great to have air conditioning (new, I gather) but it was quite loud. Outside furniture could use re-staining or painting. Trails were enjoyed by the bikers in the family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Allyson D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Escape
This property was everything we needed and more. Coming from Chicago, we wanted a cabin in the middle of nowhere to unplug. The cabin itself was charming and had everything you would need to fulfill whatever you wanted to do (fully equipped kitchen, grill, board games, TV, etc.). The fire pit made for an amazing bonfire, too! I can't wait to return to this property. The only thing I would say regarding cleanliness is that there is a real ant problem in the house. Bugs certainly come with the territory of a cabin in the middle of nowhere but it seemed a bit excessive. Nothing that wouldn't keep me from coming back, but certainly worth noting.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tamara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Escape the Hustle of the World
What a perfect oasis this property offers. Nestled atop the peak of a rolling property, we felt as if we were alone in the world (minus the brief interruption of horsebacked riders passing by). The cabin feel is cozy, with great accommodations. The trails took us for an adventurous hike about the property. And the peace was just what we needed for this trip. Check out Spring Green nearby for some shopping as well as water sports on the Wisconsin River (canoe, kayak, or tubing). Bring your books for reading as the night falls. They funniest part was that my husband and I preferred different beds (one is quite stiff, one is softer), so the only downside was we slept separately. A small price to pay for such a relaxing getaway. Would love to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

6/10 Okay

Ted m.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Beautiful private cabin in the rolling countryside
The cabin was so nicely appointed with rustic, yet high end furniture and decor. The grounds however had been neglected and all the perennials were over grown with weeds, and the furniture and porch looked shabby and perhaps even dangerous (wood columns holding porch roof were rotted almost thru in some cases). We spent time hiking in the nearby state park and came home to enjoy the beauty and solitude. Unfortunately in the late afternoon and evening is when the fields we were on were mowed for hay so it was very noisy and busy. Two nights with tractors and the third was a giant thunderstorm! Quite exciting but two windows wouldn’t close...We would recommend staying but see what is up with the out of doors before you go! Also the guestbook in the house needs to have instructions on the use of items...never got the overhead fans to work, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

joseph c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and Rest
I needed a remote place to rest. The bird life, the setting were perfect. Rolling farmland. The cabin entirely pleasing. Only a minor suggestion. Not having a small bar of soap for the shower is a little challenging. I could easily return and hope to.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway from it all!
Love this part of Wisconsin and this cabin is the perfect place to relax, explore, or just sit and enjoy the beauty of the driftless zone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sam P., Naperville, IL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded Getaway
The cabin's interior was perfect - exactly what you'd expect from a log cabin in Wisconsin. I was looking for a cabin that was secluded and this was perfect. It sits on top of a hill and the views from all directions were gorgeous. If you want a cabin that looks out over hills and valleys, this is the place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Monte R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Get Away!
great place
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Monte R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Get Away!
If you want to go spend some quiet time with great trails - this is it!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2020

About the host

Hosted by Abby

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The owner is a local man who resides in Oregon, WI. He purchased the land now known as Big Valley Ranch several years ago in his own quest to bring the west closer to home. An outdoor lover has great appreciation for the property and natural beauty if brings with it's wildlife that can be seen all over the 1000 acres. The photos simply do not do it justice. The true appreciation for the land and homes come from each visitor's personal experience on the property. A number of our customers come back year after year because our love and care for this property truly shows on every visit.

Why they chose this property

This cabin was purchased with the additional land neighboring the rest of Big Valley Ranch. This area was a great purchase to add additional trails and land, as well as the two bedroom cabin.