Upscale and modern. A hidden paradise on the backwaters of the Mississippi River | House in Alma

9.8 (108 Reviews) |   1 Bedroom  1 Bathroom  6 Guests
Alma House | Upscale and modern. A hidden paradise on the backwaters of the Mississippi River

1 Bedroom House in Alma

Open year-round! Nestled between the small riverside towns of Alma and Nelson, Wisconsin, The Great River Retreat Guest House sits on the backwaters of the Mississippi. What once was a day cabin with no running water or electricity to speak of, was completely remodeled in 2013. Every detail was considered, from the hand-scraped wood floors, the Amish rough sawn pine ceiling, the natural stone marble counter tops, the real stone slate surrounding the free-standing wood stove (there to keep you cozy on a cool night), to the screened-in deck with stunning views of the calm Mississippi backwaters and the trains passing by. You’ll feel like you just escaped into paradise.
The cabin sleeps six people comfortably in it’s one bedroom and large loft area. Enjoy incredible views as the sun rises and sets and watch as the fisherman and water skiers go back and forth during the day. You’ll also have access to the water and use of our dock so that you can fish, swim, or just relax. Experience what it’s like to stay at a truly unique place.
If this place seems a little too tight check out VRBO Listing: 821489 as this is the Main House adjacent to the property that is also available for rent.

Upscale and modern A hidden paradise on the backwaters of the Mississippi River is located in Alma. Upscale and modern A hidden paradise on the backwaters of the Mississippi River provides accommodation, featuring Security/Safety, Bedding/Linens, Wellness Facilities, among other amenities. This House features Security/Safety, Bedding/Linens, Wellness Facilities, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Upscale and modern A hidden paradise on the backwaters of the Mississippi River has 1 Bedroom , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Alma has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Alma, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
Bedroom
  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Heating
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Iron/ironing board
Breakfast
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
Accessibility
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Activities
  • Skiing
  • Sailing
  • Water skiing
  • Health/beauty spa
  • Fitness center access
  • Snowboarding
  • Cross-country skiing
  • Birdwatching
  • Motor boating
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Ice skating
  • Fishing
  • Winery tours
  • Hunting
  • Water tubing
  • Mountain biking
  • Golfing
  • Marina
  • Wildlife and game walks
  • Snowmobiling
  • Cycling
  • Kayaking
  • Sledding
  • Jet skiing
  • Swimming
  • Kayaking
Entertainment
  • Cable/satellite channels
  • TV
General
  • English
  • Smoke-free property
  • Games
  • Stereo
Guest Services
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate living room
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Laundry facilities
Internet
  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Firepit
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Deck or patio

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 pm contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Stan J.
Aug 19, 2025 02:30:05 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Cabin exceeded our expectations, beautiful views of the river and sunset. Easy Check in and out. Will be back!
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