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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Smart TV
Exterior detail

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Prairie du Chien, WI
  • Villa Louis
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • St. Feriole Island Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Effigy Mounds National Monument
    ‪11 min drive‬

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About the area

Prairie Du Chien

In Prairie Du Chien .Within a 10-minute walk of the cottage, you'll find Washington Street Park and Michigan and Park Street Park. Joseph and Emma Wachute Memorial Library and Prairie du Chien City Hall are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Villa Louis - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • St. Feriole Island Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Charles Wacouta Aquatic Park - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Casino Queen - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Effigy Mounds National Monument - 11 min drive - 12.4 km

Getting around

  • La Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Hungry House - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

The Harwood House

This circa 1940 story and half house is a NON-SMOKING property located in a quiet residential neighborhood with off street parking , outdoor security camera and EV charging available.
The 3 season room, which is a favorite, is perfect for morning coffee or an evening night cap! Newly remodeled kitchen & bath. Perfect for 2 guests but can accommodate up to four.
Extra bathroom amenities include a heated ceiling fan and towel bar warmer.
We are blocks from St.Feriole Island and the historic Villa Louis and Dousman House. It’s a short distance to downtown for shopping and dining.

Property manager

Shirley Harwood

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: 25.00 cleaning fee applies.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
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 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. 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.

The Harwood House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sarah R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute cottage

Very cute and clean cottage. HUGE 3 season porch for family activities.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy Jungwirth H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Harwood House

We had a great time
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

KIM B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming House

We enjoyed our short visit in this immaculate and tastefully decorated home. The home was well stocked with anything we needed - even people snacks and dog snacks. I loved the enclosed sun porch with the coffee bar! So relaxing in the mornings. Very simple check-in and host was always very timely with replies. This is one of the best VRBO’s I’ve visited and highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Harwood House

Lovely little cottage in Prairie du Chien...clean, comvy and just right for the 3 of us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

m i.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

We recently stayed at this charming cottage and couldn't have been happier with our experience. The property was impeccably clean and offered a comfortable, quiet retreat. Our teens especially loved having their own beds and their loft room, which gave them their own space to relax. The location was perfect—close to all the attractions and amenities Prairie du Chien has to offer. We highly recommend this cottage for anyone seeking a peaceful and stylish place to call home while on vacation. (Yes, the cottage is 1 block from the train tracks, but we didn’t hear the trains after the first day. The trains don’t sound their horns from 10p to 6a. We all slept soundly.)
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim M., Milwaukee

Liked: Cleanliness

A great base for driftless adventures

A clean and well kept place to unwind in, with all of the attractions that the driftless area offers.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick S.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Place to Stay in Prairie Du Chien

Wonderful little house for cozy stay. Clean and comfortable. Had all the amenities you would expect to find in a quality hotel. Quite neighborhood except for an occasional train passing through on the tracks a block or two away.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rod B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very Nice Little Home

Very Relaxing! Would Recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frances C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good

Very nice and quiet peaceful!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding weekend

Close to events and quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Will definitely consider staying again

Great little house. It was clean and comfortable. Beautiful 3 season porch.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

We enjoyed our stay it was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Weekend Stay

We had a lovely time at the Harwood House. The pictures on the website were exactly like the house. Cute as could be ... our favorite room was the sunroom. We had coffee in morning and dinner in the evening. We appreciate that we could take our dog. He liked the treats Shirley left for him. Shirley made it so easy to there there. Thank you! take our dog with us. He sure like the
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This little house is so cute and decorated so wonderfully. It has a cottage vibe. Has everything you need to stay for a few days and longer. The fridge is small so if you are staying longer time frame, it may not hold everything you need. It worked for our needs! Our hostess was very easy to work with and the communication was great. Comfortable beds for sleeping, nice size shower and the four seasons room is great for relaxing. There are rail road tracks close by but we were able to sleep through most of the trains that came through. I highly recommend this place and will book it again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for the Weekend

Everything was super great, the only thing is that the pillows were quite uncomfortable. Otherwise it was super cute, clean and convenient!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Comfortable Stay At An Adorable House

What a nice, cute, comfortable house! I had such a great sleep here, which is so important to me when I stay away from home to attend an event or sight see in an area. I need energy for the day! I did not know this house was dog friendly! Really cute, welcoming set up for your pooch. Convenient location to head out of town if you're checking out the surrounding area. This house is close to a train track, so there is train noise and vibration, but that didn't bother me. I loved my stay here, and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scot B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just what we needed

We were in the area for a wedding. The house was great with enough room for all 4 of us to spread out and get ready, so much better than a hotel room. The only downside is that it's close to the active and very busy railroad tracks, but that would not dissuade us from staying here again. Thank you, Shirley!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property & location

The property/home was exactly as stated. Very clean. Easy to communicate with owner. We loved having breakfast in the sun room. Located within easy access of all the places we visited. Highly recommend this location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Solo motorcycle trip

Perfect headquarters for some solo riding in SW Wisconsin.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Adorable

My friends and I were very pleased with this home! It was stocked with everything we needed and very clean. It was a short distance to downtown Prarie Du Chen making our stay even better! I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful house

It was just what we needed for the weekend. The house was beautiful and clean. It was right by the wedding venue. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

DAVID S.

Liked: Cleanliness

A comfortable well appointed house in a perfect location many activities.

We had a great 3 night with our dog at Harwood House while enjoying the state parks on both sides of the river and the Effigy Mounds National Monument. We were also able to walk to downtown Prairie Du Chien as well as the very interesting St. Feriole Island Park and the Mississippi River. The house was perfect for us and exceeded all expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding weekend

Our daughter got married in PDC. We live somewhat local, but decided we wanted to stay in town for the weekend. Everything was perfect! We had everything we needed at the house, and then some. Thank you for sharing your house with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Gina B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Okay Stay

It was perfect for our needs, but after checking out we found that the host had numerous cameras that weren't disclosed on the listing. If you don't want to be watched your entire stay this won't be the place for you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Harwood House

Great location to Mississippi River & love Prairie du Chein! The house was clean & had everything we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024