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The Great River Retreat on Mississippi backwaters: views, modern & peaceful!!

The Great River Retreat on Mississippi backwaters: views, modern & peaceful!!

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Beautiful & newly remodeled home, gorgeous views overlooking the river front!
The rec room! You won't want to leave once you get here! Pool, darts, bar, TV...
Gorgeous custom made bar, mini fridge behind, seats 6 (missing a stool in pic).
The 'lounge' area in the rec room...gorgeous new leather furniture!
Nothing says a weekend away with a pool table and a dart boad!!  We have both!!

Overview of The Great River Retreat on Mississippi backwaters: views, modern & peaceful!!

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12204 sq m

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

Map
Alma, WI
  • Popular LocationBuena Vista Park7 min drive
  • Popular LocationNational Eagle Center12 min drive
  • Popular LocationCoffee Mill Ski Area14 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1 - main floor

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

+2
3 Single Beds and 3 Double Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

The Great River Retreat on Mississippi backwaters: views, modern & peaceful!!

The Great River Retreat (main house to the currently rented guest House VRBO Listing #480979) nestled between the small riverside towns of Alma and Nelson, Wisconsin, this home sits on the backwaters of the Mississippi. It is fully furnished and every detail of the house has been redone in the past few years. Whether you enjoy your evenings sitting by the fireplace, watching a movie on the big screen, socializing by the bar, listening to the trains roll through on the beautifully screened porch (overlooking the river), or spend it by the campfire - you will find a way to cozy in! You'll notice our modern decor with an inviting outdoor touch throughout the home keeping it very comfortable along with the beautiful landscaping you'll enjoy as you make your way around the property. Spring of 2016, we took the 3 car garage and workout room and turned it into a HUGE rec room for a great place for our groups to gather and entertain without ever having to leave the property! Included in the rec room is a custom made bar, dart board, pool table and a social nook with 3 comfy couches to hang out and enjoy. The room above the rec room is a bonus room with additional sleeping (3 fulls and 3 twin beds) to accommodate larger groups.

If you're looking for an escape for larger groups check out our adjacent property (which is set up to sleep 6 comfortably) for availability and book them both!!

As a guest here, you’ll have access to the water and use of our dock so that you can fish, swim, or just relax. A pontoon will be available during the summer to rent if you'd like to add some fun to your stay!

Property manager

Jeremiah & Jessica Flotterud

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Alma

Located in Alma, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Castlerock Museum and Prairie Moon Sculpture Garden are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include LARK Carousel and Reads Landing. Consider Buffalo County Fair Grounds for a night out or Eau Galle Cheese Factory Shop if you're travelling with kids. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Alma, WI

What's nearby

  • Buena Vista Park - 7 min drive
  • National Eagle Center - 12 min drive
  • St. Elizabeth's Medical Center - 13 min drive
  • Coffee Mill Ski Area - 14 min drive
  • Lake Pepin Golf Course - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dairy Queen - 13 min drive
  • Eagle Valley Cafe - 13 min drive
  • Henderson's Silver Moon - 17 min walk
  • Pioneer Club - 24 min drive
  • The Front Porch Bar And Grill - 19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Great River Retreat on Mississippi backwaters: views, modern & peaceful!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Great River Retreat on Mississippi backwaters: views, modern & peaceful!!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Great River Retreat on Mississippi backwaters: views, modern & peaceful!!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Great River Retreat on Mississippi backwaters: views, modern & peaceful!! located?

This family-friendly Alma holiday home is located on the waterfront, 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Mississippi River, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Buena Vista Park and Castlerock Museum. National Eagle Center and Danzinger Vineyards are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sonja G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend trip
Perfect for a quick weekend away. Darts and pool table were perfect for teenager and young adult kids
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls Weekend!
The property was accurately described online. The driveways were a little tricky at night (and probably would be in the winter!) but we planned for that. We had everything we needed for our stay. We didn’t l anticipate a parked train behind the house for the whole weekend and had to climb between rail cars to get to the river, but the property owners can’t control that. The house has plenty of gathering space. We really enjoyed the screened porch, but with the rec room and basement - this property could easily accommodate families or groups with several ages to have their own areas to hang out separately. The “downtown” area of Alma was just a few miles away, and there were multiple bars and restaurants to choose from, along with at least one nearby winery. Overall, I would recommend this property to someone if they were ok being fairly remote and not bothered by having to drive to get to restaurants, bars, etc. The scenery is beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
My favorite room was the 3 season porch. Loved relaxing in there listening to birds, leaves rustling, and boats going by in channel. My teenage son and his friends kept busy in the rec room when not out on the river. And when rain/storm came through they chilled watching movies in the downstairs area. Kitchen was full of everything needed to cook. Plenty of room for everyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Drew J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bachelor party
Property was in good condition and everything went very smoothly. There was no issues with anything and everyone had a good time. Main game area was a big hit.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Samantha L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Large home; small yard and weird layout
This was a pretty nice home to stay at, but is very divided. The hallway that divides the house from the rec room is COLD! So anybody that stays on that side has to walk through the dark cold hallway. There is only a kitchen table to use on the main part of the home so it was a little small. No bathroom or running water in the rec room so it was tough to have food on that side. Getting in the driveway is tricky and there isn't very much parking space. Also be careful when renting the property if you are looking for privacy because the guest house on the property is a separate rental unit. The basement on the main part of the home is super COLD and had some damage in the one area! Overall it went ok and the home owner was very easy to get a hold of. Beds are comfortable, kitchen has pretty much everything you need, but the towels throughout are not the greatest.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jeremiah & Jessica Flotterud

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We are parents of 3 young children who love every aspect of this wonderful home and gorgeous location.

Why they chose this property

Current property owners to another VRBO property we've managed since 2013, we fell in love with every detail of this home.
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