Driftless Log Cabin w/ Kickapoo Valley View
Driftless Log Cabin w/ Kickapoo Valley View
Description
Owned by musician @loushields & the owner of a local Vintage Clothing shop Stacey Roou @driftlessartifacts, this log cabin is a unique place that has a style all its own. It was built upon a high bluff in the Town of Kickapoo with beautiful views of the Kickapoo River Valley. Enjoy spending time with family/friends at this peaceful Driftless region retreat. The cabin is situated on 15 acres w/ wooded hiking trails (ask us how to find the trail and springs)! Follow/tag us @driftlessadventures The space Cabin on 15 acres, 8 miles from Viroqua. If you love the Dirfitless Region or have been curious about visiting please stay at our log cabin that we offer for rent. This cabin is a unique place that has a style all its own. It was built upon a high bluff in the Town of Kickapoo with beautiful views of the Kickapoo River Valley. Enjoy spending time with family/friends at this peaceful Driftless region retreat. The cabin is situated on 15 acres of bluffs and lowlands consisting of pine forests, hardwood forests, pasture and grassland. The Driftless Region in Wisconsin is considered beautiful due to its unique, rugged landscape formed by the absence of glacial activity during the last ice age, resulting in deep valleys, steep bluffs, rolling hills, and a network of rivers and streams that carve through the landscape, creating a distinct and visually striking scenery compared to the surrounding glaciated areas; essentially, it's a "landscape of hills" untouched by glaciers, offering a diverse ecosystem with rich plant and animal life. Key points about the Driftless Region: No glacial drift: The name "Driftless" comes from the lack of glacial debris left behind by glaciers, which shaped most of Wisconsin's landscape. Carved valleys: Without glacial smoothing, rivers and streams have deeply carved valleys into the bedrock, creating dramatic cliffs and ravines. Diverse ecosystems: The varied topography supports a range of habitats, including prairies, forests, and wetlands, leading to a rich variety of plant and animal life. Scenic views: The high bluffs provide panoramic vistas of the surrounding countryside. Outdoor recreation: The terrain is ideal for hiking, biking, kayaking, fishing, and other outdoor activities. What makes this property unique: Log cabin built up on a high bluff with wrap around porch and beautiful views. Not all rentals are alike! Our cabin is fully inspected annually which includes a water test. These inspections cover safety, building codes and cleanliness. We have a lodging license with Vernon County. Our well is 550 feet deep and ultimately connected to our springs under the earth. Our water is very clean and pure. Other things to note 2nd floor: Bedroom 1 w/ 2 full-sized beds, dresser, desk and tv Bedroom 2 w/ 1 full-sized bed, tv, sofa, and closet Half bath Staircase *Since this is a log home there is only one central hvac vent going to the second floor. We supplement heat with portable heaters and extra ac unit on top floor and use portable fans and ceiling fans plus opening windows at night for cooling. Don’t worry — it’s extra cozy! The basement and main floor get perfectly chilled with central air or heat from furnace though! Main floor: Living room w/ record player, records, sofa, woodstove, pull out sofa bed, 3 seat sofa table Kitchen w/ refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, dishes, pots and pans, food storage area, toaster, coffee maker, blender, spices, sink (no dishwasher) Full bath w/ toilet, shower, sink, towels, curling iron, blow dryer, cleaning products Wraparound Deck w/ seating throughout, table for 6, grill, amazing view, staircases Basement w/ sectional sofa, tv, sewing machine, books, walk out door, staircase, dehumidifier, portable heater to make basement extra warm in winter. Storage area in basement w/ games, cards, kids toys, washing machine, dryer, furnace, central air (unit located outside). Exterior w/ large horseshoe driveway, parking pad for two cars, fire pit with 3 chairs, fire pokers for cooking, view, grass yard, and wooded walking trails down the bluff (turn left at barn. Trails wind their way down the bluff. If you stop half way and turn left you can discover 7 springs and a horseshoe waterfall. The rocks and foliage are beautiful! It’s a steep hike back up but the springs are worth it. Take your time and bring water, wear big spray.) Our Airbnb is fully licensed in Vernon County (renewed annually) and our well water tested every year. It’s 500’ deep and pristine btw! The licensing process follows all building and safety guidelines. Little know fact is that not all Airbnbs are licensed!
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