Pool 8 River House , A Couples' Retreat!
Cottage in Brownsville, MN
4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
About this cottage rental
On the water with boat dock and sunrise view.
Marina (food / drinks/live music, steak fry on Friday nights) and Wildcat beach both 2 minutes by boat.
Saxon Hall pizza and bar / community center walking distance.
Shellhorn bar and grill 4 minute drive. Wildcat Saloon across the highway walking distance.
10 minutes by boat to La Crosse, WI.
Marina (food / drinks/live music, steak fry on Friday nights) and Wildcat beach both 2 minutes by boat.
Saxon Hall pizza and bar / community center walking distance.
Shellhorn bar and grill 4 minute drive. Wildcat Saloon across the highway walking distance.
10 minutes by boat to La Crosse, WI.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Map of Brownsville, MN
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Reviews
5.0
This property is so cute! And the views are beautiful! The sunrise is worth getting up for! The property owner is great with communication and very nice. The fishing off the dock was great and will for sure be back again!
5.0
Enjoyed watching the various modes of transportation on the gorgeous Mississippi from this quaint cabin perfectly named Couples Retreat.
5.0
This place was amazing and we would definitely stay again! The property is very clean and you can't beat the view! We loved hanging out on the back patio in front of the fire table watching all of the boats go by on the river.
5.0
This is a perfect spot for 2 people to enjoy quiet time with the gorgeous river views. We loved sitting outside on the patio and enjoying view, watching the barges on the river and fishing from the dock. Nearby La Crosse Wisconsin had hiking and shopping and restaurants as well as the local restaurants in Brownsville. Would recommend for a couple getaway for sure.
5.0
After another excellent stay the home readily provides an idlyllic, comfortable, and relaxing environment to appreciate the beauty of the Mississippi River with a kind responsive host.
5.0
This property is beautiful and right on the Mississippi River. The views were amazing and I bet it is beautiful with the fall colors. This would make a great place to stay for a visit the University of LaCross or just to get away.
5.0
This is our 4th time staying at this property and already booked again. It is very comfortable and in a great location for boating and visiting Lawrence Lake Marina. The property has everything you need.
5.0
Well thought out layout & accommodations for a stay literally on the river. True relaxation created by the simple yet fun decor & extreme cleanliness. We wished we could move in & leave our cluttered life behind us!
5.0
We loved the location right on the river! The most beautiful views and sunrises in the morning. Lots of boat action to watch also. House was great, clean, simple and stocked with all the essentials. We stopped at the gas station a few times and it was very cute and the people were very friendly. Saxon Hall had the best pizza and entertaining atmosphere. We definitely recommend this place to stay if you looking for a relaxing yet entertaining stay.
5.0
Great views close to great fishing and boat ramp!
5.0
This property is definitely a couples romantic retreat! Both the sunrises in the morning and the moon glistening on the river at night were quit spectacular! We didn’t have a lot of time to sit in the back and enjoy the views, or fish from the dock but both were available. The property was clean, smartly decorated and the place was quiet and peaceful. Entertainment, good restaurants and marinas close by. Would highly recommend!
5.0
This place was perfect for two people with three fully-stocked living areas. (living room, kitchen, bedroom.)
The view of the Mississippi River is spectacular! It feels like you're in the water as the home has a ramp right off of the patio leading down to the river. Accommodations were very nice with a comfortable sofa, nice pub table & chairs, and a comfortable mattress on the king-sized bed.
Kitchen was well-stocked with dishes and cookware. Towels were thick and soft; unlike some VRBO,'s with thin, well-used linens and towels. Washer/dryer, ice maker, outdoor gas firepit, and thickly padded deck furniture were all pluses. This is a great place to stay!
5.0
Very nice place, great amenities and location. The train is not bad, but you do notice it. Highly recommend the place and the location.
5.0
Once again we absolutely enjoyed everything this place has to offer. Great Host, Great Location, Great House!! Thanks Cathy for offering this property for us to enjoy. It is perfect!!
5.0
My husband and myself spent the week at the cabin and enjoyed the waterfront view with private deck! Everything was as described and Cathy was a gem!!! We spent our time between the water and near by attractions! High stars for this cabin! Thank you Cathy!
5.0
This was an excellent alternative to any hotels in the area. My wife and I were visiting to explore the area in terms of La Crosse, local bike trails and the local fair. The accommodations were everything we desired for our stay, providing comfort as we recharged between morning and evening adventures. Having a nice dinner in La Crosse and then retreating to a quiet riverside house was excellent. I did have some luck fishing off the pier. We spent plenty of time out on the back porch relaxing, watching the river activity, reading, etc. Overall a lovely stay we would like to revisit in the future.
5.0
This house was so cute and the perfect getaway for a short fishing weekend!
5.0
This little house was perfectly clean and appointed. Our host, Cathy, was very responsive to our questions. She had the patio cushions out for us and the house cool when we arrived.
We brought a fishing boat with us. The Wildcat Landing boat launch was super close and we easily docked our boat at the floating pier for the week. We enjoyed fishing in various parts of the river, but actually caught the most right off the dock. Cathy even has a fish cleaning area in the garage, and she took care of the fish guts for us.
Afternoons on the patio were perfectly shaded, so enjoying the gorgeous view with an evening cocktail was very comfortable.
LaCrosse is only 20 minutes away and a very nice city to wander. We plan to be back sometime next summer.
5.0
Beautiful home, beautiful views, great vacation destination!
5.0
This VRBO had everything we expected and more. We were not disappointed at all!! Cathy was great, we were even able to check in a few hours early. Very clean, had everything we needed. Great location. Just a short boat ride to our favorite Tiki Bar.
5.0
Great stay, very quiet and clean place. We very enjoyed our stay. I caught my PB sturgeon there (around 40lb). We were there 2nd time and we are even more satisfied. Great fishing opportunity, big fishes right from your patio!
5.0
Nice clean place host was very accommodating. It was quiet and very peaceful.
5.0
Quiet, clean and has the best views. Highly recommend.
5.0
Perfect little house on the river for a couples weekend. Really enjoyed our stay. House was extremely clean and accurately described. We would absolutely stay again.
5.0
We stayed the weekend to visit our son who goes to college locally. What a great little spot right on the Mississippi River. Beautiful sunrises that illuminated the entire cottage. Super clean and everything we may have needed was provided.
5.0
1st choice place to stay at, everything was as described and pictured. Had a great stay. View was beautiful & the morning sunrise was bright & sunny with all the windows to the east.
Thank you for providing a great place to stay! We hope to return again.
5.0
An absolutely perfect place along the river offering amazing sunrises over the Mississippi and imaculately clean.
5.0
Gorgeous location and very peaceful area. Great place to get away from daily stressors and rejuvenate/re-energize.
5.0
Fishing paradise. Cleaning station was great.
Bed comfortable. Kitchen perfect. Bathroom excellent. View spectacular. Ambience 10/10.
See you again soon!
5.0
Quiet neighborhood, gorgeous property & thoughtful amenities. Quaint little town close to LaCrosse. Fun to watch river traffic/activities. Great host, perfect couples retreat.
5.0
The place is really cool. It is exactly as pictured, but the pictures do not do it justice!!! The place was VERY clean and fresh. It's a perfect get-away for two, or a small family. Great layout, and peaceful location.
Pro-tip #1: The food at Shellhorn Bar and Grill is excellent bar-food, but note they are only open Thursday-Saturday. The Marina to the north is ok and twice the price. The live music might be an attraction, but we missed it.
Pro-tip #2: Take a drive down to Lancing Iowa, cute little river town. Make it a loop over to the Wisconsin side and back around, nice little afternoon trip.
Owner was very attentive at check-in, check-out, and throughout our stay. Top notch!
Would definitely recommend!!
5.0
We had never rented with VRBO. The property was exactly like the pictures posted. Communication about questions or details was prompt & informative. We will do this again!
5.0
Great trip away to relax enjoy the river and surrounding area! Definitely will go back!
5.0
This was the perfect spot for a couples getaway. The house sits right on the Mississippi River and offers spectacular sunrise and sunset views. The house is nicely decorated and very comfortable.
5.0
The property was lovely and super clean!
Convenient to LaCrosse and the steak fry at the Marina was delish! Fit our needs very well. Thank you!
4.0
Pros: updated and clean, nicely decorated, private dock, has most kitchen items to cook on your own, easy to find, lots of boats and barges to watch, Cathy was very friendly and responsive, proximity to LaCrosse for restaurants, scenic drive to Brownsville
Cons: tons of mosquitos at night making it impossible to sit outside, not much to do for a family (would be great for a couple), no privacy from the patio on one side and the neighbors seem a little annoyed to live by a vacation property
5.0
Get up early and take in the sunrise over the river from the dock, you won't be disappointed. The ramp going down to the dock is a little steep but very sturdy and wasn't slippery even in the early morning dew.
5.0
Very nice
No issues, everything very nice!
5.0
Great location for relaxing!
Nice clean, quite property.
Right on the river
5.0
Adorable and Affordable
This home is literally right on the river and was impeccably clean! It never felt cramped or crowded and the decor is relaxing and not cluttered, adding to the feeling of spaciousness. It's in a great location to enjoy the morning and afternoon sun on the cute patio. It was fun to watch the barges go by. We also got to see a turtle lay eggs right in the yard between the houses! We did not disturb the little lady, but it was so cool to see. The kitchen is well-stocked with all utensils and pots and pans to cook meals as well as detergent, paper towels and garbage bags. The bedroom is spacious and the bed comfy. Plenty of fluffy towels and loved the soap dispensers in the shower for convenience. We walked to both Saxon Pub (amazing pizza and wings with affordable drinks) as well as Wildcat Saloon. Another plus was the strong wifi because both myself and my partner needed to work during our week on the river and the AC kept up with the awful heat and humidity. Cathy was quick to respond and answer any questions. Definitely a 5-star stay and 5-star host.
NOTES: The house is located right by train tracks, which didn't bother us at all because we come from an area with trains. There is a small convenience store across the highway, but we did bring the major foods with us knowing selection would be limited for any specific meals we wanted. We did go in to LaCrosse for dinner one night and it was easy to get to and from the historic downtown district right from the bridge, which was also a plus! There's no dishwasher, which again was not an issue since there was only two of us and we brought paper plates and cups.
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Brownsville?
The average price for a rental in Brownsville is $275 per night. This rental is $10 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Pool 8 River House , A Couples' Retreat!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Pool 8 River House , A Couples' Retreat! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Pool 8 River House , A Couples' Retreat!?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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