150 Year Old Home Situated in the Picturesque Rolling Hills of Southwest WI
About this house rental
Cold Spring Farm’s 150-year-old home has 20 rooms, 6 bedrooms, 3 full baths (and 1 half bath), a modern kitchen, convenient laundry room, a relaxing deck, and campfire area. The farmhouse is situated in the scenic hills of Bear Valley on 50 acres with frontage along Bear Creek. It’s the perfect getaway for those wishing to experience country living at its fullest. This historic home is 1 of 6 possible birth places of Frank Lloyd Wright. Frank Lloyd Wright's father, William Wright, often visited the home, played the piano (which is still in the home), and helped entertain guests from around the world who visited the farm. Considered 1 of the 7 mansions of Bear Valley, this creamy brick home boasts lots of character and charm. Outside, the property features a large campfire area with plenty of seating, a professional sized corn hole game, giant Jenga blocks, horseshoe pits, a walking trail, with a spot to sit next to Bear Creek. There are several grills, a huge deck with patio furniture, and a bar with seating in the covered shed. The shed is decorated as a saloon and is approximately 30 feet x 50 feet, and here is the link to view the video https://youtu.be/fOf05TbHL08. There is a 75" big screen TV in the living room of the house. Located between Spring Green and Richland Center, Cold Spring Farm is close to Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin, A.D. German Warehouse, American Players Theater, House on the Rock, bike paths, hiking trails, fishing, kayaking, canoeing, and tubing on the Wisconsin River, and so much more. There are several beautiful state parks within 45 minutes of the farm. There are well known wineries in southwest WI, as well as Oak Wood Fruit Farm, and two locations for Peck's Farm Market.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
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Reasons to book
People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen / Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
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Reviews
4.8/5.0
Outstanding(59 Reviews)
5.0
A group of us - mostly architects - meets annually to go to a play at American Players Theatre. Our group loved this home. It was beautifully decorated and had so much space, inside and out. We really enjoyed our stay. Thanks so much.
5.0
The house is great -- a relaxing and very interesting and entertaining property -- we are already discussing a return visit! Thank you for everything.
5.0
A wonderful weekend with friends sharing stories, meals and playing cards! The house was perfect for our group!
5.0
Property was great and was all that was advertised. Hosts were very accomodating when we had issues with the EV charger, they went to work right away and got the issues resolved.
5.0
House was clean & all the different rooms and bedrooms were awesome, like staying in a old farmhouse museum, but with modern amenities. Bar shed was a great addition. Had a Great Fun Cool Time!
5.0
It was an honor to stay in this historic home. Everything wonderfully quirky was included. So many rooms, 3 staircases, butlers pantry, and getting lost just walking to the bathroom. If you're into charming old homes you'll love it. The outdoor pavilion/bar/game area was a huge hit for a huge family. 4 bathrooms for 7 women winner! Winner! We sat around the big dining room table and the huge outdoor picnic table. The back deck was great with 2 more tables and umbrellas. All in all a really great time. Thank you Jan and Rob
4.0
Very comfortable, great bathrooms, peaceful location, great weather for all of us to be on the deck together.
Thank you
5.0
Family gathering to celebrate the passage of 94 year old aunt to eternal life. In spite of the partly solemn event the gathering of family and sharing of food and stories over several days in the warmth and charm of Cold Springs Farm was a great blessing.
4.0
This location was wonderful for our mini family reunion. It was fun exploring all the rooms in the house. The outdoor saloon and fire pit were great places to hang out in the evenings.
5.0
We stayed at cold Spring farm as a launching point to go visit house on the rock. Everybody in our group really enjoyed staying in the old house with all the antiques and it was fun to see and reminisce about how things were used. We also really enjoyed spending time outdoors in the barn/bar area. I would recommend this property to anyone that has a larger group as there are many rooms and sleeping accommodations.
4.0
Each winter 12 of us (6 couples) find a vacation home to enjoy a weekend away from life. This year we chose Cold Spring Farm. It had been three long years since we were able to enjoy this annual tradition! The property did not disappoint. Jan provided excellent communication & directions. It was snowing when we arrived but the sidewalk up to the house had been freshly shoveled and the pellet stove was running with a warm fire dancing when we walked in. Tons of room, a bedroom for each couple, plenty of bathrooms, a terrifically stocked kitchen, huge dining room table that fit our entire group for meals. Lots of space to spread out and enjoy conversations and play games. For an old farmhouse it was amazingly warm in the winter! This place has a good vibe! It’s huge but inviting & cozy too. You won’t regret staying here!
5.0
If you have ever gone on a tour of an old mansion, and daydreamed what it would be like to live in the house, this is as close as it gets. I would call our weekend getaway an experience. I’m not going to lie, it takes a bit to get past the “it’s so old” feeling, but once you really start to absorb it all, it becomes such a neat house. Exploring all of the rooms was definitely the highlight! You never knew what was behind a door (so.many.doors)! But sitting in the parlor drinking hot chocolate, reading in the dormer, conversing around the large dining room table, and playing hide and seek were close seconds. We did not get to enjoy the “saloon” since we came in the winter, but there are so many features out there that would it make it a fun space to hangout! We enjoyed exploring the property grounds and our walk on the trail along the creek. The kitchen has more cookware than you would ever need, beautiful dishes to fit the timeframe, and Jan supplied essentials like cooking spray and pepper/salt that are easy to forget. The towels are plush and the beds are comfortable. Two of the bedrooms are adjoining- this was perfect for kids. 4 bathrooms (updated) gave everyone their own space. Lastly, Jan was great! She answered all of my questions and was quick to respond. It was a trip we will talk about for years!
5.0
This house has everything and then some! My girlfriends and I had a great time exploring and enjoying this property on a weekend away. The rain and cold kept us from experiencing the outdoor amenities, but that just gives us a reason to come back again!
The kitchen was well laid out, bedrooms neat and pleasant, and games, books, and historic items were in nearly every room. The hosts had even thoughtfully started the fireplace to greet us and it was a lovely cozy start to our weekend away. Would give six stars if I could. :)
5.0
This property was the perfect property for our getaway. The house is well maintained and very clean. Comfortable beds and bedding and a fully furnished kitchen. The host, Jan is wonderful to work with and gave us lots of good dining suggestions in the area. They welcome you to explore the home inside and out. I highly recommend this property.
5.0
Beautiful home and location near American Players Theater. Comfortable beds. Kitchen well equipped.. So fun to explore all the rooms and stairways! The deck and “ saloon” building are great spaces for relaxing with friends. Nice walking path around property. Owners respond quickly to questions.
5.0
Seven girlfriends & I stayed in this lovely farmhouse on our annual fall weekend in the driftless area. The setting is beautiful.
The outdoor areas - fire pit & "saloon" are perfect additions to this charming house.
5.0
It was such a pleasure to enter the house, it was clean and looked very nice/ special.
Exploring the house with family from abroad who had never seen a farmhouse, was so much fun.
It has a very interesting layout, which we all loved. We slept great, good beds. Unfortunately we did not have enough time to enjoy all the house and grounds have to offer. The hosts where great in communicating with us.
We can definitely recommend this wonderful and exciting house.
5.0
Welcoming location and hosts. We had privacy inside & out. We hope to return.
5.0
Welcoming location and hosts. We had privacy inside & out. We hope to return.
5.0
We had a wonderful time staying and exploring this beautiful home. There was 10 adults in our party and we had ample room and beds . The beds were very comfortable, the kitchen was well stocked and the surrounding area was beautiful. Even though this is historic house the upgrades made for a very comfortable stay. The bathrooms and showers were modern and well stocked.
Thank you for sharing this beautiful property.
5.0
Family get together
We had a wonderful time staying and exploring this beautiful home. There was 10 adults in our party and we had ample room and beds . The beds were very comfortable, the kitchen was well stocked and the surrounding area was beautiful. Even though this is historic house the upgrades made for a very comfortable stay. The bathrooms and showers were modern and well stocked.
Thank you for sharing this beautiful property.
5.0
Mother/daughter getaway
You are definitely surrounded by farmland. The home is very clean and historic. Jan, the manager could not have been nicer. Wonderful to have so many bedrooms.The stairs to the second floor may be steep for older people. We enjoyed our stay at Cold Spring Farm!
5.0
Jan and Rob’s property was spacious, scenic, and perfect for our group of 10 visiting for a wedding. My only complaint is that we didn’t have more time to utilize the amazing grounds! The bedrooms were spacious and the house is full of rooms to explore and hang out in. Would highly recommend this listing!
5.0
Perfect Group House
Jan and Rob’s property was spacious, scenic, and perfect for our group of 10 visiting for a wedding. My only complaint is that we didn’t have more time to utilize the amazing grounds! The bedrooms were spacious and the house is full of rooms to explore and hang out in. Would highly recommend this listing!
5.0
I rented this VRBO for a family and friends get together in celebration of the award of a daughter's Ph.D. We needed space for the immediate family, plus good friends from far away--our own home was not big enough, nor close enough to guests from Chicago and Madison. The six bedrooms and 3.5 baths here, plus so many other spaces (game room upstairs was one guest's favorite) allowed everyone to be together or have a quiet spot.
We used the outdoor shed for an afternoon-evening party, and ended the day with a bonfire. The shed kept us out of the sun during the middle of a hot day, and the hosts kindly brought by a large fan that helped keep the air moving. We grilled brats and burgers, served picnic food and sweets all day.
The guests all enjoyed the home and the setting very much. The beds were comfortable, the bath towels soft and absorbent. Just an amazing house. We loved the wall fan in the kitchen--it was a great way to keep the air moving while cooking in the well-equipped space. My sister took photos of all her favorite details--many lovely items that were so much fun to look at. Our sincere thanks to the hosts for a wonderful place for our event.
5.0
Perfect for a family get together
I rented this VRBO for a family and friends get together in celebration of the award of a daughter's Ph.D. We needed space for the immediate family, plus good friends from far away--our own home was not big enough, nor close enough to guests from Chicago and Madison. The six bedrooms and 3.5 baths here, plus so many other spaces (game room upstairs was one guest's favorite) allowed everyone to be together or have a quiet spot.
We used the outdoor shed for an afternoon-evening party, and ended the day with a bonfire. The shed kept us out of the sun during the middle of a hot day, and the hosts kindly brought by a large fan that helped keep the air moving. We grilled brats and burgers, served picnic food and sweets all day.
The guests all enjoyed the home and the setting very much. The beds were comfortable, the bath towels soft and absorbent. Just an amazing house. We loved the wall fan in the kitchen--it was a great way to keep the air moving while cooking in the well-equipped space. My sister took photos of all her favorite details--many lovely items that were so much fun to look at. Our sincere thanks to the hosts for a wonderful place for our event.
4.0
Beautiful location
Great property for a group of friends or family, awesome outdoor gathering space with a bar and jail, tons of fun.
5.0
This is our 2nd stay. We were so welcomed. The shed was so perfect for our gathering. We could tell that a lot of work went into it. Thank you to Rob and Jan. We had a wonderful time
10.0
This is our 2nd stay. We were so welcomed. The shed was so perfect for our gathering. We could tell that a lot of work went into it. Thank you to Rob and Jan. We had a wonderful time
5.0
65 Anniversary celebration
This is our 2nd stay. We were so welcomed. The shed was so perfect for our gathering. We could tell that a lot of work went into it. Thank you to Rob and Jan. We had a wonderful time
5.0
Ladies Weekend
Fun place for a ladies craft weekend with tons of room and fun/quirky charm unique to historic houses. Fire pit was a nice bonus too!
5.0
The Hosts and home are awesome. Like walking into a time capsule when life was simple. Would have loved to have been able to of walked the grounds but was a bit frigid out! I bet its gorgeous in the summer. Thank you for letting us stay in your beautiful home.
5.0
You will not regret your stay.
The Hosts and home are awesome. Like walking into a time capsule when life was simple. Would have loved to have been able to of walked the grounds but was a bit frigid out! I bet its gorgeous in the summer. Thank you for letting us stay in your beautiful home.
5.0
We had an absolutely wonderful weekend stay and couldn’t have been more pleased with the house and the property. The charm and the history was exactly what we were hoping for the weekend with family and friends! Can’t say enough of how perfect our weekend stay was, thank and will definitely come again!!!
5.0
Absolutely wonderful
We had an absolutely wonderful weekend stay and couldn’t have been more pleased with the house and the property. The charm and the history was exactly what we were hoping for the weekend with family and friends! Can’t say enough of how perfect our weekend stay was, thank and will definitely come again!!!
5.0
The house is a time capsule with all the modern amenities. Jan and Rob were wonderful and made the trip so memorable for my dad who visited the house often during his childhood. It was a trip we will never forget. Many thanks for a wonderful time and all the time you spent with us sharing memories.
5.0
Wonderfully memorable trip
The house is a time capsule with all the modern amenities. Jan and Rob were wonderful and made the trip so memorable for my dad who visited the house often during his childhood. It was a trip we will never forget. Many thanks for a wonderful time and all the time you spent with us sharing memories.
5.0
Lovely Fall WI Getaway
We really enjoyed our long weekend at Lone Rock. Being born and raised in a house that was built in 1875, I loved this old house--lots of charm, but still comfortable with all the necessary amenities. The outside amenities were great, too, including a fire pit where we enjoyed a wiener roast. We would like to visit again!
5.0
Slice of Heaven
Cold springs Farm was more than you can imagine. From the friendly communication and the personalized welcome sign it felt like we were walking into our own family home on a farm. The house was warm and inviting and filled with the family antique furniture, lighting and dishes. The beauty of the land and the home make this a place anyone would want to stay. It is a short drive to The House of the Rock and Taliesin which makes it a perfect location. Thank you for opening up your home to us.
5.0
Amazing Home
I can’t say enough about how wonderful our stay was at Cold Spring Farm. We were in the area for a wedding and stayed at the home with several family members . If you want a taste of Wisconsin, this is the place to stay . The scenery, walking path, fire pit, basketball on the silo, back deck, comfy beds, well stocked kitchen , wild life, were all beyond our expectations. The home is cozy and so authentic . We loved the historical feel . All rooms were comfy and inviting. A great break from the hustle of the city. A true treasure! Thank you Jan for everything!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Iowa?
The average price for a rental in Iowa is $132 per night. This rental is $267 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at 150 Year Old Home Situated in the Picturesque Rolling Hills of Southwest WI. 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 150 Year Old Home Situated in the Picturesque Rolling Hills of Southwest WI pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at 150 Year Old Home Situated in the Picturesque Rolling Hills of Southwest WI?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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