Peace and quiet awaits just two miles off Hwy 61 on a country road. This serene setting is minutes from Welch Village Ski Area and overlooks the Mississippi River valley. Owners reside on the upper level of this home built in 2019. Lower level guest suite boasts 9-foot ceilings and in-floor heat. A forked driveway along a rock wall leads to guest parking steps from the guest entrance on patio. The 1,300-sqft guest suite has UV air purification system and heated concrete floors to keep toes toasty in winter and cool in summer. Flat-screen TVs in the living area and master bedroom. Bathroom facilities are split, with the toilet behind a separate door from the shower/tub, raised vanity and towel closet. Additional half-bath and laundry center are adjacent to the unit and available for extra charge ($20/day). Guests are free to use the large backyard for croquet, frisbee or other yard games and also the fire pit (firewood and chairs provided). Comfy cushions provided for the patio furniture. The front yard has a tree house for the kids. A lockbox provides no-contact access to the unit's private entrance under the deck. Bring binoculars to view deer, wild turkeys and eagles from the patio, or... * Ski and snowboard at Welch Village Ski & Snowboard Area (6 mi) * Canoe, kayak or tube the Cannon River at Welch Mill (5.2 mi) * Bicycle the 19.2-mile paved Cannon Valley Trail (5.6 mi) * Concerts at Treasure Island Resort & Casino (6.4 mi) * Hike Barn Bluff in Red Wing (13 mi) * Golf at area courses * Tastings at local wineries & breweries * Shop in Red Wing, Hastings, Cannon Falls and villages * Drive the scenic Great River Road * Birdwatch eagles, grosbeaks, woodpeckers, cardinals, and hummingbirds. * Or simply stop and rest. Coffee filters provided for the standard coffeemaker, or bring K-cups for the Keurig-style; bring your own coffee/tea. Toaster oven and crockpot also provided. Complimentary sheet change for stays longer than 7 nights.