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Swedish Storybook in bluffs hiking trails & stream

Holiday home in La Crosse with kitchen and patio

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Step into a whimsical world at Swedish Fantasy House, where art and architecture come alive with intricate plaster cast details and vibrant murals. Experience the magic of this Country Living magazine-featured gem in La Crosse, built on Marilyn's hilltop dream.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Swedish Storybook in bluffs hiking trails & stream

Decades ago, Marilyn, a retired dancer and 1950's founder of a dance school had a dream of building her "Swedish Fantasy House" on a hilltop.

Then, in her eighties, she built it.

Featured in Country Living magazine this gem of La Crosse attracts guest from all over the world with its rich history and design. Every corner of this dream home is covered in murals & plaster cast details. Enjoy the once upon a time of being on perpetual vacation in Rapunzel's house!

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Empty fridge of any leftovers.
Towels can be placed by washing machine.
Turn off all lights and lock the door
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Map
La Crosse, WI

What's nearby

  • Grandad Bluff Park - 8 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Viterbo University - 8 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Mayo Clinic Health System - Franciscan Healthcare - 8 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Gundersen Health System - La Crosse Medical Center - 8 min drive - 5.1 km
  • University of Wisconsin-La Crosse - 9 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • La Crosse Station - 18 min drive
  • La Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fiesta Mexicana - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Swedish Storybook in bluffs hiking trails & stream pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Swedish Storybook in bluffs hiking trails & stream?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Swedish Storybook in bluffs hiking trails & stream?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Swedish Storybook in bluffs hiking trails & stream?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Swedish Storybook in bluffs hiking trails & stream located?

Situated in La Crosse, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Viterbo University, Mayo Clinic Health System - Franciscan Healthcare and St. Rose of Viterbo Convent. Mary of the Angels Chapel and Gundersen Health System - La Crosse Medical Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Swedish Storybook in bluffs hiking trails & stream Reviews

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9.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Teresa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tucked away in the bluffs of LaCrosse.

It was perfect for our family, as we needed a location close to Mt. LaCrosse for a wedding. It has easy access to the downtown LaCrosse sights.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Libbey T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

High School State Ice Fishing Tournament

We stayed at this beautiful home in the bluffs for our high school boys State Ice Fishing Tournament. Everything was amazing, beautiful, clean and beautifully decorated. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Charmaine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed overall

Inside of house as expected, unique. Very clean and comfortable beds. We did not expect the driveway to be so steep and difficult to access. The listing showed a pond but not sure where that was located. Consider adding more eating utensils please. Thanks for sharing your home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Loren and Julie J.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication
This is an unique beautiful offering and the house is not like any where else you might stay because of its finishing touches, painting and charm. The rooms, linens and space was very much ready for us to enjoy. There is plenty of space for a family to move about in. Its enchanting! One of a kind. The not so great issues were we tried to contact the property manager via the numbers provided and received no answer twice. For the price point the sofas were terribly stained (even a grandchild noticed) and not acceptable. The grounds outdoors have become very overgrown, deteriorated walls and sitting outdoors is not really accessible with furnishings, etc. There are a few cracks in the butcher board countertop near the sink which might make the dish area not as sanitary although the sink was clean and ready for us. I grew up very near to this location and was renting for my Mother's funeral so it was close and convenient as you might recall. However, my sister and family rented another rental in LaCrosse also nearby that you manage and own and she received a discount because of bereavement. In conclusion, we would say stay, but a few updates and repairs need to be added for 600.00 nightly.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025