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Outdoor spa tub
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Houston, MN
  • Place, Great River Bluffs State Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Root River
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Winona State University
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal)
    ‪41 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Houston

With a stay at this farm stay in Houston, you'll be 21.8 mi (35.1 km) from Mississippi River and 9.5 mi (15.3 km) from Root River. .This family-friendly farm stay is 9.9 mi (15.9 km) from Cedar Valley Golf Course and 11.3 mi (18.2 km) from Harmony-Preston Valley Trail.
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What's nearby

  • Great River Bluffs State Park - 21 min drive - 14.1 miles
  • Root River - 27 min drive - 11.6 miles
  • Sugar Loaf - 30 min drive - 21.1 miles
  • Lake Park - 31 min drive - 21.6 miles
  • Winona State University - 34 min drive - 23.4 miles

Getting around

  • Winona Station - 30 min drive
  • La Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pool Bar - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Shed - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Witoka Tavern - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Bergie's Bar and Grill - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Private Farmhouse W/ Walking Trails - Sleeps 10, Unwind & Enjoy the outdoors.

Memories Made and Stories Told Since 1876.

Step into a five-generation legacy at Smith Family Farm.

Escape the pace of modern life and retreat to our historic 1876 farmhouse. Set on 30+ private acres of rolling Minnesota landscape, this meticulously renovated home blends 150 years of charm with the modern comforts your family needs for a peaceful getaway. Whether you’re hosting a small family meetup or a quiet weekend with friends, the farm offers the perfect backdrop for making your own history.

The Home
With 2,250 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, there is room for everyone to spread out or gather together.

The Main Floor: Features a full-scale, modern kitchen and a spacious living area. The main-floor bathroom features a deep soaking tub with a hand-shower wand—perfect for a relaxing end to the day (please note: there is no stand-up shower on this level).

The Second Floor: Home to peaceful sleeping quarters and a second full bathroom with a traditional shower/tub combination.

The Bonus Basement: A cozy 250-square-foot "nook" designed specifically for games, play, and rainy-day entertainment.

Sleeping Arrangements (Sleeps 10)
Our flexible layout is ideal for a mix of adults and children:

Bedroom 1 & 2: (Upstairs) Quiet retreats featuring comfortable Queen-sized beds.

Bedroom 3: (Upstairs) The "Bunk Room," featuring four extra-large Twin beds (plenty of room for adults!).

The Sunroom: (Main Floor) A bright, airy space featuring a Queen-sized Murphy bed—the perfect spot to wake up to the morning light.

Outdoor Living & 30+ Private Acres
The magic of Smith Family Farm truly happens outside.

Sunrise & Sunset: Start your morning with coffee on the large east-facing deck as the sun rises over the fields. In the evening, move to the fire pit near the pavilion to roast marshmallows and watch the sky turn gold.

Play & Explore: Take a stroll on our private walking trail (a guest and pet favorite!) or enjoy our 7-hole disc golf course. We also provide cornhole, bocce ball, and plenty of space to run.

The Pavilion: A covered outdoor gathering space featuring a Blackstone Griddle and ample seating for alfresco dining.

Location & Convenience
Located just a short drive from Interstate 90, you’ll enjoy total rural tranquility while staying within easy reach of local towns. 25 minutes to La Crosse, WI; 20 minutes to Winona, MN; 15 minutes to Rushford & Houston, MN. Easy access to hiking, small towns, and regional attractions.

We can’t wait to welcome you to the family farm! Please reach out if you have any questions or would like local recommendations.

*Pet Friendly - Your furry friends (Up to 2 housetrained dogs) are welcome.
There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. The bathroom has a bathtub and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Books
  • Golf
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

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

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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: 20
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
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

This property does not have elevators

Private Farmhouse W/ Walking Trails - Sleeps 10, Unwind & Enjoy the outdoors. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 40 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martha B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pet friendly,sparkling clean and comfortable! Well equipped,we want to come back in the summer sometime!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
House is so nice. We did scrapbooking and sewing and there was alot of room in the sunroom and dining room to bring tables . The kitchen is fully stocked and great for cooking with others alot of room. We watched movies at night and that was very comfortable. Plenty of room on the 2nd floor for all of us to stay. We will be returning for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David O.

Liked: Cleanliness
The home and property were beautiful. With an older home I worry about temperature control, but this house kept us cool and comfortable despite the hot weather. They provided so much for activities, cooking, and just overall enjoyment. You get great views for sunrise and sunset! We loved this home!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome property

As expected, 2nd time we’ve stayed there, great location for us (5 adults and four dogs), roomy, clean, wonderful living area and kitchen. The outdoor area was great- the outdoor grill was used every morning for cooking breakast. The grounds were wonderful for the dogs!Convenient for our family event and close to Winona for grocery shopping!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H., Sleepy Eye USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrina R., Saint Paul, MN

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautifully renovated farmhouse and surrounding property in peaceful, rural atmosphere

Our family of four greatly enjoyed our stay at this beautiful farmhouse. The surrounding area is very rural, so it is an incredibly peaceful place to stay. About a 30 minute drive from Winona, La Crosse, and other cities with plenty of things to do. The house had everything we needed. I only wish the weather had been a bit better so we could have fully enjoy the outdoor spaces. I would highly recommend this as a place to stay for a family looking to enjoy this beautiful area of southeastern Minnesota.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

The perfect place for a quiet county getaway. Close to La Crosse, Winona, and Rochester. The house is beautifully renovated, and the property has walking trails, a firepit, and outdoor activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Getaway

The house was wonderful, Fantastic kitchen! We were here for Christmas so we didn’t use the outside amenities, but they look awesome. We hope to come back again in the summer! Corey (our host) even went out of his way (last minute) to find a Christmas tree for the house. We highly recommend this place to anyone that wants a tranquil and relaxing experience! Well done
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best Hunting Camp

My group of friends and family thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Great location, awesome amenities, and a responsive host. We couldn’t ask for more!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet country getaway

We really enjoyed our stay. The property was well outfitted and clean. We enjoyed walking through the pines on the west side of the property. Very quiet location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bluesky o., Ray, Minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness

Retreat in the Driftless Region

Spent a week here with my wife and kids and my in-laws. Really enjoyed the hiking trails and disk golf. Kids loved their kids room. There was an assortment of outdoor games to use there. Property manager was easy to get a hold of when there was a slight issue during check in (which seemed to be a messaging issue on VRBO's end). House was really quaint and cozy. Beds and linens were clean and house seemed very well maintained. Fire circle was nice in the evenings and wood was provided. The house also had the best assortment of kitchenware of any place we ever stayed. During our stay we visited Great River Bluffs State Park, Winona, toured on the La Crosse Queen, picked apples in Galesville, WI at Ferguson's (great place for kids 1-10), and I road the gravel roads around Ridgeway, Witoka, Houston, Hart, Money Creek, and Hokah on my bike. Got to see professional cyclist Chase Wark ride by the house too, who was also in the gravel bike race I was in, in Hokah. My only suggestions is to change the lights in the house from the cool blue lightbulbs to warm yellow bulbs (personal preference). Also add a few more homely touches to the farmhouse. Pictures of the farm through the years and the Smiths would be neat (I love learning the history of places).
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Outstanding Family Time!

This location was absolutely amazing, exceeded our expectations and will certainly be a return destination for us and the family and friends that visited us during or extended stay! The description of the property, the location, the amenities, the photos - all accurately represented this property. The farm was the perfect setting for family gatherings, with many outdoor activities available on-site, spacious indoor gathering room(s), and cozy nooks for some quite time. For an adventure, there are lovely small towns that surround this gorgeous bluff country. Our host(s) were easy to connect with and supported us during our entire stay. If we could have taken the spacious kitchen home with us, we would have! Thank you so much for giving this Minnesota-native family a place to relax and gather - it was a welcoming and much appreciated break from the heat of Arizona!
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful house!

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this home. The house was clean and comfortable, the kitchen had everything we needed, and overall it was lovely. All the outdoor space was wonderful and our kids had so much fun walking the trails and playing frisbee golf. The firepit and provided firewood was amazing. We really liked learning about the history of the farm as well. We'd love to return sometime! firepot
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely Perfect

Everything about this property is wonderful. The house is immaculate and fully stocked with everything you could need. The grounds are beautiful--when we weren't playing yard games or exploring the trails, we were relaxing on the porch. The owners are very responsive and so helpful. I can't say enough good things!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle V., Oak Park, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness

College reunion.

Wonderful home. Beautiful location. I cannot overstate how absolutely perfect everything was. Home clean, comfortable, lots! Of towels. Washer and dryer too. Lots of firewood. Perfect outdoor kitchen with fire pit. We woke in the morning hearing the birds. coffee on the front porch continuing conversations from the evening before. Absolutely wonderful home in beautiful SE Minnesota.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Renovated Farmhouse

We enjoyed our stay at this completely renovated farmhouse. The owners put a ton of work into modernizing the house into a fully functional house with all the amenities while keeping the charm of the original home. The highlight has to be outside. The adjacent gazebo and fire pit are awesome. Would recommend this place to anyone looking for a rural getaway or family gathering.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Margie C.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice getaway on farm

It is a nicely renovated family farmhouse, immaculate and comfortable. Great beds & linens, well-stocked kitchen, and land to explore. The house is close enough to the river, Winona, & LaCrosse for outings; far enough away to feel remote. Recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenna B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Modern Farmhouse

This property was nothing short of amazing! We spent most of our time in the kitchen, as I booked this house for an intimate Thanksgiving with my partner’s family. It was snowing, so we weren’t able to explore the outdoor aspects too much, but there is a closet in the basement with outdoor activity supplies such as baseball mitts and balls, beanbag toss, and quality frisbees for the course. The kitchen was the perfect space to cook a Thanksgiving feast, and the dining room area sat us all comfortably. The soaking tub was sooooo nice, and the hosts were thoughtful enough to provide candles and a few bath bombs for our stay! Overall, this property is a 15/10, and I cannot say enough good things about it. You do need to take a gravel road to access the house, but the road is maintained very well and handles well without AWD even in fresh snow.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dianne M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Time at the Farm

This property is so comfortable. We loved the huge firepit and enjoyed one night of a beautiful evening by the fire and stargazing at the Milky Way. Sadly, the rest of the week was rainy and cold but at least we got in one good one! The house is very spacious allowing plenty of room for everyone to stretch out and relax! The huge kitchen was delightful for cooking and very well stocked with dishes, cooking utensils and even a few food items! We loved every minute of our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jana B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great getaway

Great little house with lots of outdoor activities and areas to chill. Our only complaint was the bedding & towels were very perfumed (dry sheets we suspected) which irritated our family members with scent sensitivities.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Great place to stay and spend time with family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Going back in time with all modern amenities.

This was our first visit to Minnesota/Wisconsin and the Farmhouse was the perfect jumping off point for our father/son fishing trip on the Upper Mississippi. The house had all the charm of an old farm house but updated with top of the line amenities. It exceeded all expectations! The only thing missing was a good pair of binoculars to see all the local wildlife from the front porch…bald eagles, deer, turkey, black squirrels,…
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teri T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home!

We had a wonderful stay at the Smith home. Corey had everything we could have needed to make us feel at home. The disk golf course, putting green, cornhole boards and bocci ball set were an extra bonus that provided plenty of activities for us.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place !

Very nice updated home , all bedrooms are upstairs though and the steps upstairs are very steep .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

leslie e.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful farmhouse and property

We enjoyed 5 nights at the Smith Farm and loved it. The house is really nicely decorated and there is everything you need to be able to cook family meals. The sunrise and sunset views both are lovely! the disc golf course is great and the dogs loved the ability to run the property. The beds are comfortable and there are plenty of towels, etc, as well. thank you for such a lovely property! This is close to our daughter's school, so we will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023