With a stay at this vacation home in La Crosse (Northside), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of University of Wisconsin-La Crosse and Mississippi River. .This vacation home is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Black River Beach and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Shenanigans Entertainment Center & Sports Bar.
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
Oktoberfest Grounds - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
Riverside Park - 8 min drive - 5.0 km
La Crosse Center - 9 min drive - 5.7 km
Viterbo University - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
Getting around
La Crosse Station - 5 min drive
La Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal) - 9 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 6 min drive
Kwik Trip - 3 min drive
Neuie's Vogue - 5 min drive
North Country Steak Buffet - 5 min drive
La Crosse Family Restaurant - 5 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
River Rambler
Peaceful bay front home with dock. Lovely west facing deck warmed by lots of sunshine. Clean and updated with stylish decor. The five person hot tub is set up in the third bay for the garage (unheated) for year round use.
We are on the Richmond Bay side of the Black River. These areas connect by boat with the Mississippi River to the north and west. The location is convenient to downtown La Crosse (just 5 minutes) as well as the interstate (again 5 minutes). The neighborhood is quite friendly with people out walking and visiting with one and other.
The bedrooms are tucked away at one end while the kitchen and living areas are at the other. All the amenities you need for the perfect vacation!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a hot tub or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property amenities
Ski
Close to skiing
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
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
Near the bay
Near the marina
On a river
On the waterfront
Things to do
Fishing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating 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
Unit size: 1,800 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 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
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Property Registration Number MWAS-CLQMBE
Reviews
River Rambler Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
9.4/10
Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 13 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 13 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Tawnia N.
3 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Girls loved the movie variety selection
Tawnia N.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jean M.
25 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great communication through out the booking and stay. Beautiful setting and well stocked home. Easy to get downtown and to the tourist areas. We would highly recommend this VRBO:)
Jean M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cindy K.
7 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location. Clean and had everything we needed. House was pretty.
Cindy K.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
Yuna L.
11 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Yuna L.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Alec F.
13 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Small Bachelor Party Weekend
Perfect location for a few guys to get together for a low key weekend in La Crosse. Loved being on the river and able to enjoy nature and kayaking straight from the backyard. Quick drive to downtown for bars and restaurants as well. Everything was expected from the online booking.
Alec F.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jamie K.
28 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Riverside home
Jamie K.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rick F.
19 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Rick F.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Deanna S.
2 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful stay on the water
We loved the house and all the amenities. Jami was a fantastic host and Nikki the Cat provided us with endless entertainment with her attempts to join us! We would absolutely stay again if given the opportunity.
Deanna S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Kayla T.
24 Sept 2024
Kayla T.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Darcy H.
21 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Weekend
Great experience, had everything we needed and wanted! Hostess was excellent!
Darcy H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Audrey N.
3 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Inviting
My sisters and cousins (6 total) stayed at the property comfortably. The host was very nice and easy to work with. The kitchen was well stocked and the linens were nice. We did enjoy the hot tub and the back deck. However, we were not able to take advantage of the kayaks and water access. We all loved the decor and the layout as there were private places to have conversations without disturbing those who wanted to watch the television. It was in a pleasant and quiet neighborhood with an easy short ride to the downtown area. The checkout process was very simple. It was nice to have use of the garage.
Audrey N.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Melisa J.
30 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property!
We had a very enjoyable stay. Everything was exactly as described. The house was very nicely decorated and clean, the beds super comfortable, and Jami was a great communicator. If I’m ever in need of a place to stay in La Crosse I would definitely stay here again.
Melisa J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brenda K.
17 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely getaway for my sisters, our mom and me!
We had a great time at the River Rambler! It had close proximity to everything that we needed, including great restaurants, a starbucks and the downtown! It was a very relaxing and enjoyable time..