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The Ernest Inn - Downtown River View + Private Deck

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A spacious kitchen with wooden walls, a dining area, and a refrigerator.
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A room with a bed, wooden furniture, potted plants, and a ceiling fan.
A kitchen shelf with a slow cooker, a toaster, a blender, and various kitchen utensils.
A room with a bed, a round table, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a bookshelf.

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroom775 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Watertown, WI
  • Place, Tivoli Island Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Riverside Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, The Octagon House
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, Waukesha, WI (UES-Waukesha County)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Watertown

With a stay at this apartment, you'll be centrally located in Watertown, just a 4-minute walk from Tivoli Island Park and 12 minutes by foot from Riverside Park. .This family-friendly apartment is 1 mi (1.7 km) from The Octagon House and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Watertown Regional Medical Center.

What's nearby

  • Tivoli Island Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Riverside Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • The Octagon House - 1 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • East Towne Mall - 37 min drive - 46.4 miles
  • Ho-Chunk Gaming Madison - 40 min drive - 50.3 miles

Getting around

  • Waukesha, WI (UES-Waukesha County) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Drafty Cellar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Don’s Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Water Trap - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Silver Eagle Saloon - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Zwieg's Grill - ‬14 min walk

About this property

The Ernest Inn - Downtown River View + Private Deck

Downtown riverfront studio with private deck—perfect for a relaxing getaway.
• Prime main street location
• Walk to shops, restaurants & coffee
• Private deck with river views
• Cozy vintage-industrial style
•2nd-floor studio with fast wifi
Sleeping: 1 Queen bed + couch + air mattresses
Best for 2–3 guests, up to 6 if needed

Enjoy a comfortable and character-filled downtown studio with everything you need for a relaxing stay.
The space features high ceilings, exposed brick and wood accents, and a blend of vintage and industrial design. Large windows bring in natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.
Relax in the cozy living area, watch TV, or unwind after a day exploring downtown. The studio also includes a fully equipped kitchen and dining space—perfect for meals or remote work.
Step outside to your private deck with river views, a guest favorite for coffee in the morning or relaxing in the evening.
Located right on Main Street, you can easily walk to restaurants, shops, and local attractions.
Guests love the unique style, great location, and peaceful riverfront setting.

Not ideal for those with mobility concerns, stairs required
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
This smoke-free apartment offers a stereo, books, and games. Amenities include a music library.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

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.
  • 18 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On a river

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 775 square feet

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
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please wash dirty dishes
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

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
Parties and events are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 6
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 and a first aid kit
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
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

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