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River Rambler

Vacation home near La Crosse Center in La Crosse

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A lakeside dock with a covered seating area and a white fence.
A dining area with a round table and four chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of trees through large windows.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a coffee maker, and a window with a view of autumn trees.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel microwave, a built-in oven, and a dishwasher.
A laundry room with a washing machine and dryer, a drying rack, and a map on the wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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La Crosse, WI
  • Place, Black River Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, La Crosse Center
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal)
    ‪8 min drive‬

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About the area

La Crosse

Northside stay.Your stay at this Northside vacation home places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Black River Beach and Shenanigans Entertainment Center & Sports Bar. Riverside Amusement Park and Oktoberfest Grounds are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Black River Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • University of Wisconsin-La Crosse - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Oktoberfest Grounds - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Riverside Park - 8 min drive - 5.3 km
  • La Crosse Center - 9 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • La Crosse Station - 5 min drive
  • La Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kwik Trip - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jimmys Northstar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Neuie's Vogue - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Genzie's Gameday Pub - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

River Rambler

Peaceful bay front home with dock. Lovely west facing deck warmed by lots of sunshine. Clean and updated with stylish decor. The five person hot tub is set up in the third bay for the garage (unheated) for year round use.

We are on the Richmond Bay side of the Black River. These areas connect by boat with the Mississippi River to the north and west. The location is convenient to downtown La Crosse (just 5 minutes) as well as the interstate (again 5 minutes). The neighborhood is quite friendly with people out walking and visiting with one and other.

The bedrooms are tucked away at one end while the kitchen and living areas are at the other. All the amenities you need for the perfect vacation!

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number MWAS-CLQMBE

Frequently asked questions

How close is River Rambler to the airport?

This vacation home is 3.9 mi (9-min drive) away from the La Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does River Rambler have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is River Rambler to the beach?

This vacation home is 1.3 mi (4-min drive) from Black River Beach and 4.6 mi (11-min drive) from Pettibone Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does River Rambler offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at River Rambler?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at River Rambler?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at River Rambler?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does River Rambler have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does River Rambler have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is River Rambler to downtown La Crosse?

This vacation home is 2.6 mi away from La Crosse.

River Rambler Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and location for what we needed. Check in and out went smoothly. Will definately stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was perfect location for us.. we were visiting uwl for my son.. it was a quick drive. It was super nice place.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home. Very clean. Very comfortable beds. Wonderful location. Will definitely stay there again. Communication with host was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication through out the booking and stay. Beautiful setting and well stocked home. Easy to get downtown and to the tourist areas. We would highly recommend this VRBO:)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This location is the perfect late spring summer get away. Great for worm fishing for the young ones. The kayaks were awesome. The host is very available for answering questions. Neighborhood is beautiful for walks and the location is in the center of all things. Good for downtown, onalaska and la crosse. Enjoy your stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Clean and had everything we needed. House was pretty.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very beautiful and comfortable! Beds are comfy. Living room has lots of seating, beautiful couch, lots of shows to watch. Hot tub was a little chilly, bit it worked due to the heat! So much to do in the area. We had a great time. Beach is very close. Thank you for offering such an amazing setting for people! We hope to come back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely getaway for my sisters, our mom and me!

We had a great time at the River Rambler! It had close proximity to everything that we needed, including great restaurants, a starbucks and the downtown! It was a very relaxing and enjoyable time..
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Girls Weekend

Great experience, had everything we needed and wanted! Hostess was excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Property!

We had a very enjoyable stay. Everything was exactly as described. The house was very nicely decorated and clean, the beds super comfortable, and Jami was a great communicator. If I’m ever in need of a place to stay in La Crosse I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful stay on the water

We loved the house and all the amenities. Jami was a fantastic host and Nikki the Cat provided us with endless entertainment with her attempts to join us! We would absolutely stay again if given the opportunity.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls loved the movie variety selection
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Small Bachelor Party Weekend

Perfect location for a few guys to get together for a low key weekend in La Crosse. Loved being on the river and able to enjoy nature and kayaking straight from the backyard. Quick drive to downtown for bars and restaurants as well. Everything was expected from the online booking.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Inviting

My sisters and cousins (6 total) stayed at the property comfortably. The host was very nice and easy to work with. The kitchen was well stocked and the linens were nice. We did enjoy the hot tub and the back deck. However, we were not able to take advantage of the kayaks and water access. We all loved the decor and the layout as there were private places to have conversations without disturbing those who wanted to watch the television. It was in a pleasant and quiet neighborhood with an easy short ride to the downtown area. The checkout process was very simple. It was nice to have use of the garage.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was perfect. I have been coming to the part of Wisconsin for 40 years. The last 6 years we stayed at the hotel across from the river but their rates continue to go up and it didn't meet our needs as well as this house. The host were very nice and easy to work with. We will definitely stay here again. The house was very clean and we had everything we needed. We fish when we are here and the house is right on the river .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good for our use and group3 old guys fishing!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay on the slough connected to the Mississippi. Plenty of fish right off the dock. Bluegill sheep head catfish northern pike rock bass crappie large mouth bass needle nose gar and a 3 foot long alligator snapping turtle who was better fishing than us. Place has a hot tub which was nice after fishing all day and really comfy beds. Plenty of great places to eat and Moxies on Rose Street has live music. Also if you want really good fish fry Red Pines in Lake Onalaska has fantastic food perch and walleye dinners burgers pizza and tavern food. Definitely recommend a trip here with family and friends.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024