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The Sawmill Inn

Property class: 3

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, and two wall-mounted lamps.
A living room with a green sofa, a red armchair, a wooden table, and a floor lamp.
A two-story building with a sign reading "The Sawmill Inn."
A living room with a beige sofa, a small round table, a wicker chair, a floor lamp, and a framed photograph on the wall.
A compact bathroom with a sink, mirror, and a compact refrigerator.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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809 E Cedar St, Houston, MN, 55943
  • Place, Houston Nature Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Root River
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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A living room with a green sofa, a red armchair, a wooden table, and a floor lamp.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, and two wall-mounted lamps.

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Houston

Within a short walk of Houston Nature Center, The Sawmill Inn is within 2 miles (3 km) of Root River. This 14-room, 3-star guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and coffee/tea in a common area.
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What's nearby

  • Houston Nature Center - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Root River - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • La Crosse Center - 28 min drive - 25.4 miles
  • Oktoberfest Grounds - 29 min drive - 25.8 miles
  • University of Wisconsin-La Crosse - 31 min drive - 26.3 miles

Getting around

  • La Crosse Station - 35 min drive
  • La Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪J T's Corner Bar & Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sub Zero Pizza & Ice Cream - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Barista's Coffee House - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Hot Stuff Pizza - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Crossroads Cafe - ‬13 min walk

About this property

The Sawmill Inn

The Sawmill Inn features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and laundry facilities. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Friendly staff can provide luggage storage, and also offer advice about sightseeing.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 10 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 10 per accommodation, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number FBL-18584-63811

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to The Sawmill Inn?

This guesthouse is located in Houston within a short 15-minute walk of Houston Nature Center. Root River is also within a driving distance of 1.8 mi.

How much does it cost to stay at The Sawmill Inn?

As of Aug 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sawmill Inn on Aug 17, 2026 start from $170, including 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.

Is parking available on site at The Sawmill Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Does The Sawmill Inn include a casino at the property?

No, The Sawmill Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Sawmill Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Does The Sawmill Inn have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does The Sawmill Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, The Sawmill Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Sawmill Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Sawmill Inn though service animals are welcome.

Does The Sawmill Inn have connecting rooms available?

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

How far is the airport from The Sawmill Inn?

The closest major airport to The Sawmill Inn is La Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal), which is 23.4 mi away (32 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Sawmill Inn?

Yes, some accommodations at this guesthouse offer either a balcony/patio and a patio.

The Sawmill Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect no contact checkin clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I was the only person there for most of my stay - which I like. When I had a problem, the staff was only a phone call away. There were some loud sounds - maybe the ice machine- that concerned me one night. It was very clean without that strong potpourri smell. Some outdoor furniture would have been nice. I would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasantly surprised.

I was not sure what to expect in hotel room in a small town like Houston, but was very pleasantly surprised. Our room was very clean and comfortable. Check in/out was very easy. I would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025