Warm, spacious prairie style home with all the comforts of your home.
House in Sparta
9 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area
About this house rental
We invite you to come & enjoy our century old prairie style craftsman home. Our family has enjoyed bringing new life to this comfortable, spacious and historic house. Once here you'll find beautiful beamed ceilings, and handcrafted woodwork so reminiscent of this style.
Prairie House offers a wonderful space for your family gatherings, meetings, retreats, crafting, special events or vacation relaxation.
There are accommodations for up to nine in 3 large bedrooms each with a queen and a twin bed. Off the master bedroom is a half bath and and a full bath with new shower and a soaking tub are accessible to all. Linens and towels are provided and a new on demand water heater provides limitless hot water.
Our dining room seats 10 with additional tables and chairs on site if needed. Tableware, flatware, stemware are in ample supply. The kitchen is fully equipped with utensils, cookware, bakeware, coffee maker and small appliances. New electric range, microwave, large refrigerator with ice maker and dishwasher were added in 2014. We also have menus from many great local eateries for dining, carryout or delivery options.
Enjoy the scenic window seat or one of the comfortable sofas/chairs in the spacious living room while you enjoy each others company, play games or catch your favorite show on the flat screen. You can also stream videos or play games on your own devices via our high speed WIFI.
Connecting the living and dining areas is a relaxing sitting room, perfect for reading or quiet conversation.
Morning coffee, refreshing lunches or evening relaxation can be enjoyed in the large shaded screened porch.
Off street parking for 2 cars and ample on street parking is available. Use of the garage for secured storage of bikes and your outdoor gear can be provided upon advance request at no additional charge.
The house has been newly landscaped and offers a large side yard for outdoor play/activity.
Sparta is a quiet small town with a lot to offer. For the bicycle enthusiast we are the Bicycling Capital of America. Whether you bring your own bikes or rent them you will have easy access to 100's of miles of scenic rail beds including several historic tunnels. For the motorcyclists we are part of the Driftless Region of hilly, winding country roads.
During the warmer months Sparta has the 18 hole River Run golf course and a new city aquatic center with a zero entry pool, giant slide and lazy river. There are also canoeing and kayaking opportunities on several nearby waterways. The Mississippi River is just 30 minutes away with its majestic scenery and river boats.
We are also home to Fort McCoy, an active Army training base, complete with its museums. During the winter it also has a small skiing/tubing hill open to the public.
More information on Amish tours, local museums, shopping opportunities and special events is available from the Sparta Chamber of Commerce.
Prairie House offers a wonderful space for your family gatherings, meetings, retreats, crafting, special events or vacation relaxation.
There are accommodations for up to nine in 3 large bedrooms each with a queen and a twin bed. Off the master bedroom is a half bath and and a full bath with new shower and a soaking tub are accessible to all. Linens and towels are provided and a new on demand water heater provides limitless hot water.
Our dining room seats 10 with additional tables and chairs on site if needed. Tableware, flatware, stemware are in ample supply. The kitchen is fully equipped with utensils, cookware, bakeware, coffee maker and small appliances. New electric range, microwave, large refrigerator with ice maker and dishwasher were added in 2014. We also have menus from many great local eateries for dining, carryout or delivery options.
Enjoy the scenic window seat or one of the comfortable sofas/chairs in the spacious living room while you enjoy each others company, play games or catch your favorite show on the flat screen. You can also stream videos or play games on your own devices via our high speed WIFI.
Connecting the living and dining areas is a relaxing sitting room, perfect for reading or quiet conversation.
Morning coffee, refreshing lunches or evening relaxation can be enjoyed in the large shaded screened porch.
Off street parking for 2 cars and ample on street parking is available. Use of the garage for secured storage of bikes and your outdoor gear can be provided upon advance request at no additional charge.
The house has been newly landscaped and offers a large side yard for outdoor play/activity.
Sparta is a quiet small town with a lot to offer. For the bicycle enthusiast we are the Bicycling Capital of America. Whether you bring your own bikes or rent them you will have easy access to 100's of miles of scenic rail beds including several historic tunnels. For the motorcyclists we are part of the Driftless Region of hilly, winding country roads.
During the warmer months Sparta has the 18 hole River Run golf course and a new city aquatic center with a zero entry pool, giant slide and lazy river. There are also canoeing and kayaking opportunities on several nearby waterways. The Mississippi River is just 30 minutes away with its majestic scenery and river boats.
We are also home to Fort McCoy, an active Army training base, complete with its museums. During the winter it also has a small skiing/tubing hill open to the public.
More information on Amish tours, local museums, shopping opportunities and special events is available from the Sparta Chamber of Commerce.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Sparta
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Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0
This was our third year. Great old house. Very well stocked with everything we needed. We come for the bike trails and shopping. The weather was perfect 3 days in a row.
10.0 / 10.0
We stayed here during a friend’s wedding weekend and it worked great! Plenty of room to hangout as a group. Place was clean, comfortable and full of character! Worked out excellent!
10.0 / 10.0
My friends really enjoyed the stay, they liked the cleanliness and comfort. They will definitely book this again.
10.0 / 10.0
The Prairie House was exactly as stated. Classic architecture stunning woodwork. Very clean and comfortable, ready to go.
10.0 / 10.0
The knives were sharp, need I say more? That's the attention to detail which this property owner seems to put into the property. It was clean, tidy, and the things you want to be there are there (quality towels, decent kitchen stuff, etc.). HVAC was great. No noise comes in from outside as the building construction is incredibly solid. Thank you!
10.0 / 10.0
What a beautiful home!!! Loved the screened in porch to play games and talk!!
8.0 / 10.0
It was a perfect location. We could walk to historic down town. We were lucky Butter Festival was that weekend and short walk for us.
Highly recommended staying there.
10.0 / 10.0
It was great! Thank you so much.
10.0 / 10.0
For the past three years we have been gathering at this home to renew old friendships and make new memories. The home is very comfortable and after our first visit we all said “let’s do this again!” It is a quiet little town and a very accommodating host. We shall return I highly recommend this VRBO. THANK YOU
10.0 / 10.0
9 friends gathered for four days of sewing and socializing. The well kept home is " prairie style"; equipped with all the necessities and very clean! The home is within walking distance of downtown shopping and a few restaurants. This is our 5th annual stay with plans again for next year!
8.0 / 10.0
We selected this property so we could ride directly to the Sparta-Elroy bike trail. It is a nice prairie style house with beautiful wood accents and fully stocked with cooking accessories and serving dinner ware. The house was surface-clean but kinda dirty in the corners, etc. The only akward thing was that there are no blinds on the windows and that beautiful dining room shines brightly from the street of a very busy corner. Makes you feel like you’re sitting in a storefront. The neighborhood is very small town Wisconsin with a struggling economy. One diner in town for breakfast but not a lot else. There are, however with really nice places for dinner a 30-minute drive away in LaCrosse. The bike trail was great- we rode 20 miles one way one day and 30 to Elroy the other and crossed through one of the iconic tunnels. Lots of other outdoor options near LaCrosse.
10.0 / 10.0
Nice location for biking around town and to the Elroy Sparta
10.0 / 10.0
This is the second time we 80 year old nurses have gathered to share memories in Sparta. This old home reminds us of our days at Edith Mayo while nursing students in Rochester back in the 60s
It’s immaculately maintained Eric is easy to work with and we took a vote it unanimous “We Shall Return!”
10.0 / 10.0
We came to Sparta to bike the Elroy/Sparta trail. We enjoyed our time in this spacious house. It was clean, beds were comfy and the kitchen has everything needed to cook a meal. There is a bit of traffic noise both on the front porch and during the night. I would recommend bringing a fan or air purifier to drown it out for sleeping.
10.0 / 10.0
great
8.0 / 10.0
This was our second visit. We came to do the Sparta/Elroy bike tunnels. We had a great time walking through the long tunnel and coming out into a pouring rain. Came back to a hot shower, good dinner and a fantastic family game of "Pictionary". We'd planned an outdoor fire, but it was raining. What a great place. There was everything there for a family group.
10.0 / 10.0
Everything was perfect.
10.0 / 10.0
Great place to stay! We enjoyed the charm of the Prairie House! Eric (owner) was very friendly and explained some of the history of the house. There were 6 adults for our stay....plenty of room. Fun time sitting on the porch, either for morning coffee or a beverage for happy hour in the afternoon. We enjoyed the bike trails so it sure was nice to be located so close. All in our group were very complimentary with our stay.
10.0 / 10.0
We came in for a family reunion and my whole branch was able to stay together and it was perfect! The house is stunning… We will see you again in 2 years!
10.0 / 10.0
Visiting family. House has plenty of room and the front porch was our favorite spot - great for visiting with family or just enjoying quiet time in the morning with your coffee. Location was good - there is a park just a block down the street that the kids enjoyed.
10.0 / 10.0
Clean and comfortable home. It was in a quite and calm neighborhood. We enjoyed our stay. Very close to Sparta city and convenient.
10.0 / 10.0
We had a great time in Sparta--Biked the trail twice. We had a great meal at Fox Hole restaurant and great breakfast at Dorines. The house was great--everything you need. The owner brought us a gas grill which was great. Nice we could put the bikes in the garage overnight,
10.0 / 10.0
We spent two nights in this beautiful craftsman home remembering 61 years of a wonderful friendship in a very special home. We look forward to returning in the fall. I have stayed at many VRBOs this home is one of the best finds. Thank you we shall return
10.0 / 10.0
Very well stocked. The listing didn't mention the great side and back yard. The kiddos loved it. Traffic noise was a negative. We came for the bike rides. Weather was perfect.
10.0 / 10.0
What a beautiful house in a nice, convenient area of Sparta. This 100+ year old house had plenty of room and such amazing woodwork. Beds were comfy (there are plenty of them) and it had all the amenities we needed. Gave this 5 stars overall even though there was a glitch in getting in. (Door code didn't work but Eric responded within 15 minutes and met us there.) Only other issue is that this is described as 2 full baths but it's really just 1.5. Only one shower. We made it work easily since there was a second bath and only 2 of us. If you have a lot of people staying there, that could be a consideration. Other than that, a thoroughly enjoyable place to stay. (The pushbutton light switches are pretty cool.)
8.0 / 10.0
Spacious home
Clean, comfortable. Close to bike trail.
10.0 / 10.0
Loved this place!!!
This place was amazing. I have never slept so well in a vacation rental. Highly recommend.
10.0 / 10.0
Sparta wisconsin family downtime.
House was lovely you could dream about many years ago and the way families use to live. Plenty of activities for all ages to stay entertained. Room to be together and apart but alway came together for all meals.
10.0 / 10.0
Family Gathering for Wedding
Our daughter was getting married in Sparta so we rented the Prairie House for our immediate family. It was absolutely PERFECT!! We were able to host the bridal party for cocktails one night and other family for games another.
The home is gorgeous and has plenty of room to gather comfortably.
10.0 / 10.0
Prairie House of Sparta, WI
The property was a perfect fit for our group of 8. We especially loved the dining room table with the gorgeous woodwork throughout. The bathrooms and kitchens were updated to modern for our comfort but the rest of the house felt old-world charming. The whole place really added to our fun get-together. The big TV does not have cable or local TV antenna so be prepared to use your own streaming.
10.0 / 10.0
A big and beautiful house
The house was a great place for our family of 6 to getaway for a few days with room to spare. The house is big with beautiful old craftsman wood work. Toys for our young children were a very nice touch. We'd be happy to stay again.
10.0 / 10.0
Prairie House
Spacious, quiet home with a beautiful front porch! Close to Elroy Sparta bike trails. Appreciated the washer and dryer. I would return.
10.0 / 10.0
Come home to Sparta
The trails for biking and walking are just a real treat. Wisconsin is so beautiful. The nearby state parks are clean and accessible. The town of Sparta has everything, plus muesums and many local shops. We will be back, bringing family and friends to "The prairie House".
10.0 / 10.0
Birthday Road Trip For Friends
This property was perfect for the five of us. It not only provided bedroom privacy, but also had a large dining room, living room and screened porch where we gathered together. Thank you, Paul, for responding to our needs and providing the historical information about the house. We would definitely visit again!
10.0 / 10.0
Sibling get together
Very nice house to gather. Good half way distance for all involved to meet in Sparta.
Great common areas to gather and talk or play games. Great experience for us.
10.0 / 10.0
Girls Trip
My 2 sisters and I took our mother to Wisconsin for a vacation to celebrate her 85th birthday. This beautiful and roomy property did not disappoint. We enjoyed the screened-in front porch every morning. The woodwork and built-ins have been maintained over the years and are amazing! The house was clean and well kept. I definitely recommend this property for others who are looking for that warm feeling of home.
10.0 / 10.0
Very relaxing and comfortable
The property was great and was so spacious for having multiple guests. There were only three of us so it was fabulous. The only downside was that I could hear everything from the street while trying to sleep. I would stay here again for sure.
10.0 / 10.0
Prarie House in Sparta for biking trip
Great property! Blocks away from bike trail. We will be back!
10.0 / 10.0
The pictures of the woodwork do not do the house justice. I was taken aback at seeing in person the.
Overall, Eric was very accommodating and saw to it our stay was copacetic. Sparta is super peaceful and relaxed. Just what we all needed.
10.0 / 10.0
Biking/Kayaking Weekend
This is an amazing property; beautiful house and very well-equipped. The property owner really thought of everything. The property is also close to the bike trail.We will definitely be back.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Sparta?
The average price for a rental in Sparta is $163 per night. This rental is $251 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Warm, spacious prairie style home with all the comforts of your home.. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Warm, spacious prairie style home with all the comforts of your home. pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Warm, spacious prairie style home with all the comforts of your home.?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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