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Farmhouse Apartment - River Road Historic Home

Waterfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Living area
Exterior
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, cribs/infant beds, travel crib, free WiFi

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Fountain City, WI
  • Place, Rock in the House
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Winona State University
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, St. Mary's University of Minnesota
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal)
    ‪51 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Fountain City

This vacation home places you next to Mississippi River and within a mile (2 km) of Rock in the House. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Rock in the House - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Winona State University - 11 min drive - 8.2 miles
  • St. Mary's University of Minnesota - 16 min drive - 10.4 miles
  • Sugar Loaf - 17 min drive - 11.3 miles
  • Onalaska Omni Center - 43 min drive - 41.2 miles

Getting around

  • Winona Station - 13 min drive
  • La Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Scooter's Coffee - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Caribou Coffee - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Zesto West - ‬17 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.

Farmhouse Apartment - River Road Historic Home

Historical Landmark Victorian Home with Panoramic Mississippi River Views!
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Situated at the end of downtown Fountain City, Wisconsin on Great River Road, the 1898 Joseph Fugina House is a charming destination completely (and beautifully) restored with modern conveniences.

You will enter the home from the side door, which is private to you. All doors and all areas accessible to you within the Farmhouse Apartment are private to you and will not be shared with any other guests staying in the upstairs "Riverview Apartment" space.

Each of the two ample bedrooms has a queen size bed, fast Wi-Fi, and TVs in every bedroom and living room. The kitchen is completely updated with modern appliances and an eat-in dining area. The kitchen is fully stocked with all necessary cooking basics (pots, pans, etc.) as well as table service for six. Enjoy your meal, and some after-dinner games, in the dining room. Converse and take in the breathtaking Mississippi river views from the beautiful sun-room living room. With all the windows, you’ll love how comfortable you’ll feel. Super-fast Wifi for multiple streaming/video calls is available for your convenience, just in case you need to check in with the office.

The curved front porch and patios make for easy evening conversation and even more enjoyment of the views of the Mississippi, bluffs, and surrounding area.

You will want to fully immerse yourself in the local culture at the Joseph Fugina House. When staying, you will also have access to the backyard deck and propane grill so you’ll really feel at home! Railroad enthusiasts will love this historic railway town, and guests should note that there may be periodic track noise. Watercraft (small and large) are often seen from the home. Look out the window at fishing boats, jet-ski’s, and even large cargo barges – such a cool sight! Small town charm and a host of coffee shops, galleries and tasty eateries are just a few of the gems you’ll find downtown.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a coffee maker, a travel crib, and a dining table.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

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

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available

Events

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 and a first aid kit
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Parties and events are allowed on site.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Fountain City, just steps from Mississippi River. You'll also find Merrick State Park and Rock in the House within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Farmhouse Apartment - River Road Historic Home?

As of Jan 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Farmhouse Apartment - River Road Historic Home on Jan 22, 2026 start from $135.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What do couples enjoy most about Farmhouse Apartment - River Road Historic Home?

At this waterfront vacation home, amenities that appeal to couples include a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a garden.

Does Farmhouse Apartment - River Road Historic Home have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is La Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal), which is about 28.3 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Farmhouse Apartment - River Road Historic Home?

Yes, every accommodation at Farmhouse Apartment - River Road Historic Home comes with a balcony.

Farmhouse Apartment - River Road Historic Home Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The kitchen was very well supplied and it was very pet friendly for our 9 lb dog.We loved the view. It's a welcoming space.The LED bulbs over the dining room table were very uncomfortable for our eyes.If I was a family with littles, getting up the stairs from the street would be challenging.Packing in and out would be alot.The beds were very comfortable. We had everything we needed. Logan the host was wonderful to work with. Very prompt responses. We would definitely stay here again. Thank youMichelle
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly K.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect overnight stay to celebrate our WSU students birthday. The kitchen and dining room made for a very comfortable and accommodating place to prepare a home cooked meal & enjoy games with friends and family. We always appreciate a place that welcomes our dog, too!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great rental! Great location and very clean. Hidden gem!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We stayed here for Winona State’s homecoming weekend. The place is absolutely adorable. We literally felt at home. It was clean and had everything we needed. The host was responsive and helpful. We will be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, spacious, updated space on the first floor of a nicely remodeled historic home. Nice view of the Mississippi from the large windows in the living room. Convenient drive to Winona (about 10 minutes). We largely explored small towns on the the Wisconsin side north and south of Fountain City. Some nice views from local bluffs. Buena Vista up in Alma was quite nice. Logan was remarkably responsive to communications.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was very relaxing. We arrived late in the afternoon and had to leave early the next morning. My siblings and I all wished we had been able to have another day there.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan H.

Liked: Cleanliness

So cute

Super cute place. Owners were very easy to work with.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

CINDEE B., Chetek, Wi

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice and Comfortable

My long time friend and I decided to get away for a few days, it was at last minute idea. We decided to go to Fountain City/Winona area to be by the river and see that part of Wisconsin/Mn. Enjoyed our time to relax and shop. The Farmhouse apartment is very nice and is exactly as described. If you love old charm in a small town, you will enjoy your stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay on Great River Road!

Our family took a short Midwest road trip before school starts back up, and one of our stops was this great “apartment” in Fountain City. We were visiting the area with our two teens to check out my husband's alma mater (St. Mary's of Minnesota).The renovations maintain the vintage original features (beautiful fllorrs, woodwork, windows), but incorporate the modern conveniences — it feels like staying in a home. I particularly liked the vintage cabinets combined with the "modern farmhouse" vibe in the kitchen, the formal dining room, and the large, spotless bathroom. The owners are very communicative, check in was easy. A note about the trains and the road - We barely noticed the trains or the traffic, so unless you are very sensitive, seems lie a non-issue. I addition to our visit to campus, the area has a lot to offer -- fishing on the Mississippi, walking up the bluffs, antiques, the oldest continuously operating pub in Wisconsin, the Legendary Monarch Public House. Sunsets over the river are beautiful. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Roomy, Beautiful and Convenient

The “apartment” was much roomier than we expected from the photos. Usually it’s the opposite. It was clean and well appointed. Two couples would have plenty of living space. The extent of our cooking was brewing coffee, but there seemed to be enough pots and pans to fry some eggs, make a frozen pizza, and a grill for burgers or steaks. We stayed five nights to see the surrounding area - Winona, La Crosse, Pepin, Stockholm, area parks, and some relatives in Rochester. Great central location with very easy street access. The river view is nice. We were never disturbed by the rail traffic, but then we live in one of the suburbs surrounding O’Hare. :) Local restaurants were OK. We really enjoyed Sliced on Center Street in Winona, and for our date night, the Nosh restaurant on Walnut in Winona was spectacular. Equally nice was the Harbor View Cafe in Pepin, right before our sunset sailboat ride on Pepin Lake. We highly recommend this house. We will consider bringing more of our family in the future and rent the entire home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Hope to stay here again

Lovely accommodations with a wonderful view and setting. Thoughtfully appointed, we enjoyed all the amenities the host provided. Sleeping arrangements were very comfortable and the living area by the fireplace was a wonderful place to relax, watch the river or view something on the TV.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great space and locale!

Great for two couples and close to many cute towns along 35 for our annual motorcycle trip.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cully J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Home / Easy Process

We just stayed for one night between local site seeing. Property beat our expectations in every way. Very clean and roomy place to stay and everything worked as advertised. For an older house we were pleasantly surprised by the overall space and very nice bathroom. Doubt you'll find a nicer place for the price anywhere!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Priya K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay

This is a charming place to stay in and a nice walk friendly location with lovely views of the Mississippi river. We stayed with a 9-yr old kid and a 7 month old Lab in the lower apartment for four nights during spring break. The two bedrooms are comfortable and surprisingly quiet even with the trains. The host thoughtfully provided a white noise machine and ear plugs, which we didn’t have to use. The kitchen was well equipped and the bathroom very clean. The TVs in the apartment were conveniently setup with automatic clearing of login credentials to various streaming services upon checkout. Our kid and pup enjoyed hanging out in the house, and playing and lounging in the lovely terraced backyard. Several good restaurants are at a walking distance from the apartment and so are the community parks. This location is 10 mins drive to Winona, MN and close to Alma, WI. We also enjoyed visiting Kinstone, where we got to see lovely granite sculptures, connect with nature and farm animals and cats if you like them! We also enjoyed hiking in the nearby Merrick State park. The host (Logan) was very responsive - we misplaced check-in instructions but he walked us through the process when we called. Logan also was kind enough to ship some things we forgot at the property when we checked out and promptly texted back to questions we had during our stay. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather H., EAGAN

Liked: Cleanliness

Great VRBO to stay at while visiting WSU college child.

We worked with Logan to coordinate an impromptu weekend visit to the Winona area to spend time with our child who attends WSU. Logan was courteous and accommodating in helping us book last minute travel. The property was just a pictured. It was clean, spacious and welcoming. We weren't sure if your child wanted to crash with us during the visit (which she did) and the place was perfect for nesting. There were 2 couches for 3 people to sprawl out on, a kitchen with everything you could need, comfortable beds. Husband says it's been his favorite place to stay when we visit Winona.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

linda m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wisconsin vacation

Just as pictured , we had everything we needed for our short stay.It had a nice shower and comfortable beds.Not much to see or do in Fountain but it worked out as a great location to explore all the surrounding areas.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackieann J., Hastings

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place!

We stayed in the Farmhouse apt with 2 bedrooms, full kitchen, living room and dining room. It was really lovely!! Lots of windows with some overlooking the River. The one thing we didn’t realize was that there were 3 other apartments/guest rooms within the house so there was a little noise from the other guests walking around upstairs and in the room next to one of our bedrooms but it didn’t bother us too much. There are white noise machines in the bedrooms which block out most noise. The place was very clean and the kitchen had everything we needed. The owners were very responsive to our inquiries and were very hospitable. We would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Liz L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming Getaway

I would've given this an overall 5 star rating, HOWEVER, we were really disappointed that although there are photos with a working fireplace, there are no fires allowed inside. The listing description should call out that fires are not allowed. The staff was extremely responsive to communications and when we asked for the heat to be turned up, they quickly accommodated. Decorating is really cozy and the beds were comfortable (with plenty of extra blankets in the closet). Walking distance to local bars & restaurants. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022