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Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, foosball, books
Terrace/patio
9 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

9 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 286000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Benton, WI
  • Place, Badger Mine and Museum
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Gile Cheese Store
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Apple River
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪44 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Benton

This villa places you within a 15-minute drive of Badger Mine and Museum and Gile Cheese Store. The villa includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Badger Mine and Museum - 11 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Gile Cheese Store - 14 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Roelli Cheese Haus - 17 min drive - 15.4 miles
  • Apple River - 20 min drive - 14.5 miles
  • Galena Golf Club - 24 min drive - 17.8 miles

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪lawrence's pub n eatry - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪New Diggings General Store - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Burg - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪BAR-tell - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Second Chance - ‬12 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.

Stay in the villa where the story's etched in stone

Book our villa. Invite your village.

Want more home in your next holiday, family gathering, work retreat or group vacay? We transformed a centuries old stone farmhouse into a spacious villa designed with togetherness in mind. Work remotely. Enjoy the gaming area. Find peace in the private, rural setting. Gather around the glow of the gorgeous indoor/outdoor hearth at the heart of it all. Our little slice of heaven is just off the beaten path (right up the road from the atv trail).

The villa offers enough beds for twelve people and three additional pullout sofa beds. There are also two additional sofas, two loveseats, four recliners and air mattresses can be made available for larger groups.

Falling in love with this amazing place? We totally understand.
Ask about our special wedding packages which include exclusive rental pricing for the villa, cabin, barn and our sprawling acreage.
The villa is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 9 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a sofa bed.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 9 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Garden
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 6,000 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

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

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

Rules

No Shoes on in house
Smoking and vaping only allowed outdoors

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
We have a barn that can also be booked for events

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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 99
Note from host: We have a barn that can also be booked for events
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99.
  • Note from host: We have a barn that can also be booked for events
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this villa?

This villa is located in Benton, close to Gile Cheese Store and Badger Mine and Museum.

Will I be able to park at Stay in the villa where the story's etched in stone ?

Yes, there is wheelchair-accessible van parking available.

Is there a spa available at this villa?

Spa services at the villa include massages.

Is this villa associated with a casino?

No, this villa is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this villa?

No, there is no indoor pool at this villa.

Is Stay in the villa where the story's etched in stone a good place to stay for couples?

This riverfront villa offers many amenities for couples, including a chef service and a fireplace in each villa with some featuring chef service.

Are there hot tubs at Stay in the villa where the story's etched in stone ?

No, this villa doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this villa provide breakfast?

No, this villa doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this villa allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this villa.

Are there connecting rooms at Stay in the villa where the story's etched in stone ?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this villa.

What is the closest airport to this villa?

The closest major airport to this villa is Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional), which is 29.2 mi away (38 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Stay in the villa where the story's etched in stone ?

Yes, every villa at Stay in the villa where the story's etched in stone comes with a patio.

Stay in the villa where the story's etched in stone Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virginia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, relaxing home. We had family Thanksgiving there and couldn’t have been happier with everything, amazing place.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Savannah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Owners were very helpful and communicative! Thanks for an amazing stay- we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John E.

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

Family Weekend (Children and Spouses)

Fits our family perfectly. Plenty of room; quaint setting; comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JON F.

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

Amazing farmhouse

This is a beautiful property tucked away in a quiet area. A beautifully maintained and furnished house with lots of room to spread out. 10/10 would visit again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori G.

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

Great country Christmas

House looked beautiful, we had our family Christmas there, everything was perfect.. had a great time in a beautiful country home setting. Tony and Joanna were great to work with.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael O.

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

Christmas in October

Property managers are great, very accommodating and helpful. Loved the autumn colors and secluded property with plenty of room to enjoy both inside and outside for my extended family of three generations. Highly recommend for extended family or business events.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul T.

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

Beautiful, spacious, property with great views and animal entertainment.

My buddies and I hold a “Guys” weekend trip every summer, and this property was perfect for our group. The property fits the area quite well, open, lots of rolling hills and lush. The gorgeous interior of the house itself is huge and can accommodate a ton of people. Amenities abound, kitchen, baths, bedrooms, and living areas are all modern w tvs in most rooms. Hosts were great,We had some electrical issues, and were fixed the next morning. There is a water fowl pond with many ducks and geese,but no smell, it was good entertainment. Chicken coop on the property too. Also 3 guardian livestock dogs. It was intimidating at first, and not dictated in the website, however they were very sweet and gentle. Wrap around porch is where we hung out the most, which was great. We had a great time and we all were very impressed!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin C.

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

Mancation24

A group of us meet up a few days each year to relax and unwind from the hustle and bustle of life. We've been doing this since 2000! This year we chose Jolene and Tony's villa because it had enough bedrooms and is tucked away off the beaten path. Upon arrival, Jolene gave us a quick tour, which was helpful. When you walk into the home you immediately notice all of the repurposed barn wood. There is nothing old about the home though. It's got all the modern amenities you'd expect like zoned AC, a full kitchen, gas grill, fire pit, wraparound porch, Wi-Fi and 3 bathrooms. I don't remember reading about a working farm but there is a chicken coup, ducks and dogs on the property. There is also a cabin that can be rented separately so other people may be on property too. While it is private, we did have several cars come down the driveway and then turn around. Overall, we had zero problems. If you're looking for an alternative to staying in Galena, consider the Villa. Check in and Check out was a breeze and we appreciated Jolene and Tony for respecting our privacy. Thanks for sharing your beautiful home with us, even if it was just a few short days.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leon D.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025