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Peaceful Country Comfort W Panoramic Views of Big Creek Valley

Family-friendly apartment in Sparta

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Escape to the country in a luxury 2 bedroom, 2 bath apartment with panoramic views of Big Creek Valley. Unwind on your spacious balcony or enjoy an evening fire in the fire pit amidst a peaceful setting. With access to our large lawn and woods, you can take leisurely walks or simply relax with a good book.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Peaceful Country Comfort W Panoramic Views of Big Creek Valley

Relax in the comfort of a full-size 2 bedroom, 2 bath luxury 2nd floor apartment with separate entrance for your convenience and privacy. Enjoy the quiet country life with panoramic views of Big Creek Valley from the bay window in your living room, or sip a favorite beverage on the spacious balcony adjoining the King room. Feel free to enjoy our large lawn, take a walk along our woods or enjoy an evening fire in the fire pit.

Our home is situated on the side of a small hill overlooking an active farming area with farmers fields and pastures giving way to rolling wooded hills in the distance. Enjoy a bicycle or motorcycle ride or quiet drive along paved country roads, or relax in the yard or on your balcony with a good book and a favorite beverage.

Wintertime sports activities are nearby with cross country and downhill skiing, tubing and snowboarding at Fort McCoy, cross country at the golf course in Sparta, and downhill at Mount La Crosse. Snowmobile trails abound! You and the kids can enjoy sledding on the mild slope of the hill right behind your apartment, build snowmen in the yard, etc. Try your hand at ice-fishing on Perch Lake or Lake Neshonoc or skating at the Sparta Hockey Rink or one of the outdoor rinks at Memorial Park in Sparta... or just snuggle in and stay warm in the apartment.

The apartment is attached to our home with a separate entrance for your convenience. Sound buffers between our living spaces mean we can't hear you and you can't hear us.

RECLAIMED CHARM
A few years ago a storm blew over an enormous elm tree I climbed as a kid. It landed on the corner of an early 1900's granary. The owner chose not to repair it and allowed us to take it down for the salvaged lumber. You'll find that reclaimed lumber throughout the apartment. Wooden floors were reworked from the granary flooring. Wainscot, trim and wood ceilings were made from the siding. Shelves and benches that adorn the apartment were made from refashioned roofing boards. Table, work station and vanity tops were made from wall studs, beams and boards. Nail holes, knots and blemishes remain visible in the wood giving the finished pieces a unique and beautiful character.

Building our Vacation Rental apartment using reclaimed wood, inspired us to start a "green" business. Used Anew is operated primarily on site. Guests can take a tour of our Show Home & Shoppe, just down the hill, to see many of the products and features we make from reclaimed wood and other materials. As Used Anew, we've taken apart unwanted buildings in the area, saving what we can of the vintage materials. Then, working with area Amish craftsmen and our own in-house ThingMakers, we produce flooring, accent wall and ceiling options, kitchen cabinets, furniture and decor - all from reclaimed materials!
Along the way, we also accumulate antiques and collectibles, and make these available in the Show Home & Shoppe, as well.
SO, don't forget to ask about Used Anew and request a visit to the Show Home & Shoppe!

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking in or near the apartment. On grounds ok

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: With pre-approval, pet fee of $45 per stay.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: We're grandparents of six! Need we say more? :)

Events

No events allowed
Contact us to discuss small backyard gatherings.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking in or near the apartment. On grounds ok

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
Note from host: Contact us to discuss small backyard gatherings.
Long-term renters welcome
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 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
Sparta, WI

What's nearby

  • Amundson Park - 8 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Tom Gomez Park - 9 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Evans-Bosshard Park - 10 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Sparta City Hall - 10 min drive - 12.5 km
  • LaCrosse River Trail - 11 min drive - 12.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Club16 - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dorine's Family Inn - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful Country Comfort W Panoramic Views of Big Creek Valley pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Peaceful Country Comfort W Panoramic Views of Big Creek Valley?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Country Comfort W Panoramic Views of Big Creek Valley?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Country Comfort W Panoramic Views of Big Creek Valley?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful Country Comfort W Panoramic Views of Big Creek Valley located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly apartment building is within 6 mi (10 km) of Amundson Park, Gaylord Park, and Tom Gomez Park. Howard Huff Park and Westside Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Peaceful Country Comfort W Panoramic Views of Big Creek Valley Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 133 out of 137 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 137 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 137 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 137 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 137 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrea A.

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

Perfect Getaway Location

We very much enjoyed our stay at Larry's and Luann's VRBO apartment. It had everything we needed, was extremely clean and very comfortable. Larry and Luann are great hosts - very responsive and very accommodating. We would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keri L.

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

Wonderful place!

We biked the Elroy Sparta Bike trail. Great location for that in an absolute beautiful location! Very clean and 2 nice bathrooms. Would stay again for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mikaela N.

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

Perfect Getaway

What a lovely apartment in the countryside! The kitchen is fully stocked with all the essentials and then some, making it super easy to relax and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere while staying in.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Julianne O.

Relaxing spot with a view

Enjoyed this condo/apartment (located at the top part of home) before and after a ride on the Elroy-Sparta bike trail. Hosts are most accommodating. Would stay there again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dmitry Z., Cary, NC

Comfortable place with accommodating owners. Recommend

We enjoyed the location, very accommodating owners. Helped us with the cooking on open fire. Modern apartment in the beautiful farmlands. Kids liked a lot.

10/10 Excellent

Amy K.

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

Great lication for wedding at Country Reflections

Apartment was even better than pictured and described! Had anything you'd need and if did not the hosts were available to help. Lovely view from spacious apartment and had a great selection of brochures for local restaurants and attractions. Would definitely stay again if in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason N.

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

Beautiful rural Wisconsin!

We had a great time. The bay window especially and balcony off the largest bedroom offered daily spectacular views of God’s creation. The tall and open and shower was nice along with jacuzzi. The hosts were very accommodating and communicated in a timely fashion.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne R.

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

Well-designed and equipped apartment with excellent hosts!

We will look forward to returning to this property for future bike trips in the Sparta area. We didn't need anything that wasn't there and found the place perfect for three women looking to reconnect. Beautiful location, enough restaurants nearby, and the bike trail is second to none for amateurs like us. Enjoyed touring the hosts' on-site business, "Used Anew."
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ron K.

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

An excellent place to stay

Our stay was six weeks long, from July 1st to August 15th, Lu and Larry were great, they even gave us fresh veggies from their garden. The apartment has a wonderful view of the valley, farmland and mountains. Quiet, clean, well-stocked and comfortable. If we could leave a ten-star review, we would. when we return to Sparta, Wisconsin we will stay here again. A perfect vacation!
Stayed 45 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Janet B., Mankato MN

Best Place Ever!!

This place is better than the web site says! Immaculately clean with many extra comforts. Owners are very helpful & friendly, with respect for privacy (if wanted). Nice location for day trips to Mississippi River Bluffs and Amish Country. Fun to walk & bike on country roads right by home. Thanks so Much, Larry & Lu, for making our stay a wonderful experience!

10/10 Excellent

charles h.

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

Quiet, clean, beautiful, friendly

We're regulars -- meaning about once a year for the past five or six years. It's always a great place. Very quiet, beautiful country setting, perched up on a hill. Apartment is clean, fully equipped, with handsomely designed and uniquely crafted woodwork and furniture. Larry and Lu are gracious, respectful and accomplished people, and have always made us feel at home. We'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Marci T.

Feels like home

We enjoyed our "first annual fall family fun night" at Larry and LuAnns. It was beautiful and perfect for the 6 of us. Loved having the space and personal touches. The binder had lots of good information and has the answers to any questions you may have. Full kitchen had everything we needed. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Karin R.

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

Great dog friendly vrbo

The owners live below the apartment and were available at a phone call, but we’re not the least bit intrusive. Larry was very friendly and help me navigate the area to accomplish my purpose for being there. The kitchen was very well stocked with cooking utensils and dishes. The apartment was so interesting and unique. There was enough linens for an army! Definitely a winner! We will stay again when we visit family in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David J.

Quiet Country Rental

Very clean & well kept 2BR/2Bath apartment. Ideal central location if you are in the area bicycling the 4 Trails. We did the Trails in sections going out and back driving to trailheads to start. Our longest drive was about an hour and a half to a trailhead. Loved the large Jacuzzi tub soak after a long day on the bike. LuAnn & Larry were wonderful hosts. Just a few miles from Sparta and access to the interstate and major roads.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

Beautiful people and a beautiful home

Larry and Lu are wonderful hosts! They greeted us with a warm welcome to make sure we had everything we needed (which we did) and then let us experience the apartment and land as if it was our own. Our girls (6 & 8) cried when we left... they want to "move in." For anyone looking to enjoy the beautiful things and people in life... drive to Sparta and stay with Larry and Lu.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Betsy V.

Lovely, well built and well stocked apartment. Very comfortable and private.

Larry and LuAnn have created a very nice space. They've thought of everything anyone could need to cook, relax, and enjoy. I visited with two friends and we enjoyed the views; were able to prepare our meals using the well stocked kitchen; enjoyed visiting the antique shop - where to our surprise - one of us found a child's rocker she had been hunting for; we enjoyed a leisurely walk to the historic Methodist church down the road and the accompanying cemetery (interesting to guess stories, see dates, see military markers etc.,) and just visit and relax. Many thanks! Very easy to reserve, find and enjoy.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2017

10/10 Excellent

Bill P.

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

Great “Meet In the Middle” Spot

The property is a fun, family business that is drenched in history and earth friendly. The unit we stayed in is Attached to the main house, but you have no idea the owners are there unless you need them. It was clean, comfy, a gallery of fine repurposed wood throughout. Comfy beds, fun bathrooms and a picture window that displays Mother Nature’s glory. We watched a big storm move through and a rainbow at the end. The kitchen and bathrooms are well stocked with basic needs AND grilling and pets are allowed! Did I mention clean yet. We met, our daughter who came from U of Minnesota, there. It was 2.5 hrs. What a nice place to take deep breath as a family. Thank you for the experience! We’ll be back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gina S., Medina, Minnesota, USA

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

Short Respite

My boyfriend and I schedule a one-night stay at this VRBO apartment. It had a private entrance and a cooking area which is what we wanted. I was thrilled to find that the kitchen had a pull-out with four bins for trash and recycling. In the evening we got a campfire going in the fire pit and, later, grilled some meat on the gas grill. The view of the valley was incredible. It included neighboring farms, a couple of roads and a little white church. We took a walk around on the country roads the morning before check out. This place was incredibly clean and they supplied soap, shampoo, conditioner and ample towels in both bathrooms. The coffee pot, toaster, microwave, dishwasher and stove top were all in working order. The king bed was comfortable. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Susan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the place best to stay if you want to get away in the peace and quiet of rural Wisconsin. Larry and LuAnn greeted us with a warm welcome when we arrived, and it felt like we'd known them forever. The space was comfortable for the 4 of us, with ample room to make meals, lots of windows to see the beautiful countryside (and watch the storms come in!), comfortable beds...I could go on...a place to grill, a fire pit...Check-in and check-out was easy. I highly recommend this place for anyone's next getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our anniversary weekend at this Vrbo! It was in a nice, secluded area close to town. The owners were very friendly upon arrival, and then gave us our space for the rest of our stay. We had concerns about this not being a private location, but the two homes are definitely soundproofed. Although we could smell their dinners being made lol, and thought about joining them. The wood floors and other wooden accents are gorgeous in this place! We loved exploring around the WI/MN area, finding all the artisan cheese shops and going to the Amish community for some produce and baked goods. After a couple of great days adventuring, it was wonderful each night to return to this beautiful vacation home and enjoy the jacuzzi tub, shower with double showerheads, and fireplace while watching a movie. We will definitely choose this place again when we're looking for a weekend away that is only a hop, skip, and jump from our farm in southern MN.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia J S.

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

Delightfully comfortable space. Our hosts were responsive to questions and our needs.

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Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

EJ P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was so kind, polite, & gave us complete privacy, but were quick to respond to any questions or needs we had.Location was safe, quiet, & lovely views from our apartment.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

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

Great visit again!

Thank you for hosting another great visit with our family!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyn W.

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

Awsome

Wonderful as ALWAYS! One could not ask for better hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer A.

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

Short stay

Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024