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Historic Bank Building on the Elroy-Sparta State Trail

Riverside holiday home in Norwalk with kitchen

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Step into the charming 1913 bank building, now a cozy retreat with a loft sleeping area, full kitchen, and bathroom. Enjoy high-speed internet for work and play while exploring nearby Wildcat Mountain State Park or snowmobiling on the Elroy-Sparta state trail.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Historic Bank Building on the Elroy-Sparta State Trail

Riverside holiday home in Norwalk with kitchen
Along with laundry facilities, this smoke-free holiday home has a garden and free Wi-Fi in public areas. The holiday home provides a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a washing machine and a sofa bed, and other amenities include a coffee/tea maker and a TV.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free internet

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Streaming services
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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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 - 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No 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
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
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Historic Bank Building on the Elroy-sparta State Trail Norwalk

About the area

Map
Norwalk, WI

What's nearby

  • Elroy Sparta State Trail - 15 min drive - 24.9 km
  • Wildcat Mountain State Park - 16 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Evans-Bosshard Park - 16 min drive - 25.7 km
  • Howard Huff Park - 17 min drive - 26.4 km
  • LaCrosse River Trail - 18 min drive - 27.8 km

Getting around

  • Tomah Station - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hitchin' Post - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Place - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪VFW wilton - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lil's Korner Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bailey's Diner Mexican HM CKNG - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Bank Building on the Elroy-Sparta State Trail pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Historic Bank Building on the Elroy-Sparta State Trail?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Bank Building on the Elroy-Sparta State Trail?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Bank Building on the Elroy-Sparta State Trail?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Bank Building on the Elroy-Sparta State Trail located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within 12 miles (20 km) of Kickapoo River, Wildcat Mountain State Park and Mount Pisgah Hemlock-Hardwoods State Natural Area. Elroy Sparta State Trail and Fishermans Park are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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Historic Bank Building on the Elroy-Sparta State Trail Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 53 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.8

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristen K.

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

Perfect stay for biking the State Trail

All the amenities and a great price!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liddy H.

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

Loved our historic bank lodging!

This was a perfect place to stay for our biking & hiking trip. Loved the massage chair after long days of biking. Great location an accommodations!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Rick H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
After encountering some issues with access (code provided would not open the door), we found this place comfortable, fun and quirky. Small but functional kitchen, good work space, dining table with seating for six, comfortable bed & pillows. Spacious bathroom with a roomy shower, perfect for washing the trail dust off after a 30-mile bike ride.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about checkin/out was clearly communicated plus short helpful notes throughout the property that answered other questions we had. Very clean, open space, well-stocked coffee bar and kitchen. Sister and I came to bike the trails, but it was so hot we spent a lot of time indoors enjoying the AC, playing games, and catching up!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Awesome property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

DeAnn B.

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

Little Adventure

We came to Norwalk to stay because can't get much cooler then staying in a bank. We walked the town of Norwalk and wondered into Cashton to visit Amish farms. The Bank was spotless clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay F.

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

Just a Wonderful Stay

We ran the marathon in Norwalk, from the entrance of the building to starting line was a 30 second walk. If you're going for the bike trail, thia ia the perfect place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

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

great stay

This is one of the best places I have stayed at. Place was beautiful. Nothing left undone. Nice touches on all features.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adrian A.

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

Surprisingly fun stay

A great location to explore the Elroy-Sparta bike trail. It included many fun electronic, pinball, air hockey and other pub games. Also close to a good Mexican restaurant!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

Great Location for Biking

Perfect location for biking the Elroy-Sparta trail. This space is ideal for 2 people. Clean and well appointed. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Truly a unique renovation of a 1900's bank, this property presented easy, quiet access and everything we wanted (including the pinball machine). We slpt better than we had in weeks and left on Tuesday morning fully refreshed. This is a great getaway property!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This was our first time in the community and we had a delightful stay. The neighborhood and community appears to be clean and filled with hard working families. This property was perfectly located near the trail, had everything we’d hoped for and more. There is a babbling brook behind it and seating so I enjoyed the sunrise and listening to the water. In the evening I repositioned the chair and ready book while the sun set over the horizon. I felt safe, respected, and welcomed. There are dining establishments very close by, a park and the community uses the nearby park frequently. I appreciated the in-house coffee bar and snacks as well. Thank you for such a nice place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim H.

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

Wonderful stay.

Very clean. Exceptional communication. One block from bike trail. 10 minutes from Alchemy Brewery. Wonderful experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Vacation

Fine
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great property, a little bit of a miscommunication with the door code. I’m glad there is wifi as my cell service was a zero. Had everything you need for a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cherie K.

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

A perfect getaway!

Very cute refurbished bank building. Immaculately clean. Lots of fun games in the property. Adjacent to a beautiful park and bike trail. Close proximity to great food options. Didn’t try the sofa bed. Queen size bed was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anita H.

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

Very nice.

Cool nicely renovated bank. The property manager thought of every detail so that we had a very comfortable stay. Very clean. Easy access to Elroy-Sparta bike trail. We drove to Sparta to rent bikes. Beautiful scenery and train tunnels on the bike trail.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

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

Go for the trails...

...and stay for the great Mexican food, just around the corner. I was taking a short break to ride the area rail trails and hike at Wildcat Mount. This property in Norwalk is ideally suited to both, with the added bonus of a really good homestyle Mexican restaurant just around the corner (and a bar across the street). The Bank is clean, well-appointed, and quiet. Just perfect for winding down from a day outside.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

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

The Bank

Jesica's former bank was better than we expected. There were snacks and games (video, board, and table in the basement). The binder inside explained everything we needed to know, to work anything we needed. Already considering a future stay there. They are close to Elroy-Sparta bike trail, Wildcat Mountain state park, and Ontario, Wi for canoing, kayaking, or inner tubing the Kickapoo River
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barry S.

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

Awesome Place to Stay!

We really enjoyed our stay at the old bank in Norwalk, Wisconsin! The basement has fun games we enjoyed playing, the space is very open, the beds are super comfy, and the owners are very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Great Location for the Bike Trail

This was the perfect location for the Sparta-Elroy bike trail. Head west to the 1 mile tunnel or head east and hit 2 more tunnels. Located inside an old bank, the setup was perfect for 1 - 4 people. The loft was generous in space and comfortable. The futon was located in a niche so was somewhat private. Once folded down, though, it sagged in the middle and was a bit uncomfortable. A pillow helped. There was added noise across the street from the bar/diner but nothing really loud. It was a quaint small town with a great Mexican restaurant right on the trail. The kitchen was spacious and had everything you needed, and a basket of snacks, coffee, creamer and sugar! The bathroom was also spacious and nicely done. However there was no outlet in there, but there was a mirror and blow dryer at the desk/coffee area. Wonderful visit and would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary N.

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

Small town, great local for trail +

This old bank is cute and comfy inside. Interesting place: it was clean and hosts were great. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

matt m.

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

Fun little place to stay

The bank was cool to stay at and clean. The bed was up in thee loft which was a neat feature. There is a decent tavern with good food across the street. The Mexican restaurant behind the building across the stream was closed the day we were there so we didn't get to check that out.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cori B.

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

Highly recommend

Super clean!! Property manager helped us right away when we needed the rollaway bed. Had everything we needed. Right on the bike trail, which is fantastic and why we decidedon this location. Not a lot in town but pretty close to bigger towns. Does have a bar with food and a Mexican restaurant and both were good. We would definitely stay here again, no question!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Micah M.

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

Great little find

You can tell the property manager has pride in this little stay, and it shows. Everything was excellent, but the only thing I could possibly dock was that there needs to be better sound insulation at the front of the building, facing the main street - any traffic passing through this town on this road comes through rather clearly. Still a great find and very affordable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022