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Swedish Storybook in bluffs hiking trails & stream

La Crosse vacation home with kitchen

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A spacious living room with a fireplace, wooden beams, and a large window with a view.
A two-story house with a garage, a green gate, and a chimney.
A spacious living area with a staircase, a dining table, and a kitchen area.
A spacious living room with a large window, a white sofa, a striped armchair, and a bookshelf.
A dining room with a wooden table, six chairs, and a chandelier.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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La Crosse, WI
  • Place, Grandad Bluff Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Viterbo University
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Shrine of our Lady of Guadalupe
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About the area

La Crosse

In La Crosse .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this La Crosse vacation home, you'll find Viterbo University and Mayo Clinic Health System - Franciscan Healthcare. St. Rose of Viterbo Convent and Mary of the Angels Chapel are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Grandad Bluff Park - 9 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Viterbo University - 9 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Shrine of our Lady of Guadalupe - 10 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Goose Island County Park - 10 min drive - 9.5 km
  • University of Wisconsin-La Crosse - 10 min drive - 6.1 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
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fiesta Mexicana - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 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.

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!

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

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

  • Smoking not allowed

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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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 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 trash
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 welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
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
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.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Swedish Storybook in bluffs hiking trails & stream to the airport?

This vacation home is 12.5 mi (20-min drive) away from the La Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Swedish Storybook in bluffs hiking trails & stream have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Swedish Storybook in bluffs hiking trails & stream to the beach?

This vacation home is 5.7 mi (16-min drive) from Pettibone Beach and 8 mi (20-min drive) from Black River Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Swedish Storybook in bluffs hiking trails & stream offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Swedish Storybook in bluffs hiking trails & stream?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Swedish Storybook in bluffs hiking trails & stream?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Swedish Storybook in bluffs hiking trails & stream have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Swedish Storybook in bluffs hiking trails & stream have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Swedish Storybook in bluffs hiking trails & stream to downtown La Crosse?

This vacation home is 3.6 mi away from La Crosse.

Swedish Storybook in bluffs hiking trails & stream Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Marianne F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes, the accommodations were well prepared for our arrival. There is a cute little sleeping nook that one of our kiddos loved sleeping in. The beds were comfortable and the living room cozy.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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