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175 Acre Riverfront Custom Retreat - The Great River Ranch

175 Acre Riverfront Custom Retreat - The Great River Ranch

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The great room boasts an amazing view of the property with a large fireplace
Heated salt water pool with hot tub
20 seat movie theater
Chef's kitchen with 12 foot table + island seats 20+
Main floor en-suite bedroom

Overview of 175 Acre Riverfront Custom Retreat - The Great River Ranch

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
10 bedrooms11 bathroomsSleeps 308000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space

Explore the area

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Potosi, WI
  • Popular LocationNational Brewery Museum13 min drive
  • Popular LocationDiamond Jo Casino39 min drive
  • Popular LocationQ Casino39 min drive
  • AirportDubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)47 min drive

Rooms & beds

10 bedrooms (sleeps 30)

Bedroom 1

+20
11 Twin Beds, 7 King Beds and 6 Queen Beds

11 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 6

Bathroom 7

Bathroom 8

Bathroom 9

Bathroom 10

Bathroom 11

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

175 Acre Riverfront Custom Retreat - The Great River Ranch

The Great River Ranch is a private, 175 acre retreat located high on the bluffs of the Mississippi River. The property boasts three houses:
1. The main house featuring 5 bedrooms, a chef's kitchen, bar, indoor salt pool/spa, 20 seat theater room, 5 fireplaces
2. The separate bunkhouse with 5 additional bedrooms, bar and great room
3. The original, freshly renovated farmhouse features two extra bedrooms, a beautiful kitchen, bathroom and relaxing fireplace. NOTE: The farmhouse is an additional rental - please inquire if you are interested in renting this space.
There is close access to the Mississippi River as well as your own private stocked pond for fishing and swimming. Miles of private hiking trails will lead you to Indian burial mounds and stunning views of the river. Located atop a 500 foot bluff on the Mississippi River you will find many places to relax and enjoy nature and the views. A huge gazebo invites storytelling and s'mores as you stay warm by the fire pit.
Travel only 5 miles to the charming small town of Potosi where you'll find shops with locally made goods, ice cream, restaurants and the historic Potosi Brewery. Multiple golf courses and wineries are nearby. Take a short ferry ride for a unique travel experience that expands your entertainment options across river. No pets allowed.

Property manager

Tony Breitbach
Premier Host
Premier Host

Amenities

Pool
Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
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

About the neighborhood

Potosi

Located in Potosi, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a river. Mathias Ham House and St. Luke's United Methodist Church are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Whispering Bluffs Winery and Sundown Mountain. Traveling with kids? Consider Field of Dreams, or check out an event or a game at Mystique Community Ice Center. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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Potosi, WI

What's nearby

  • Whispering Bluffs Winery - 13 min drive
  • National Brewery Museum - 13 min drive
  • National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium - 39 min drive
  • Diamond Jo Casino - 39 min drive
  • Q Casino - 39 min drive

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • Potosi Brewing Company - 13 min drive
  • The Barn - 54 min drive
  • Potosi Inn - 14 min drive
  • Breitbach's Country Dining - 64 min drive
  • McCartney Corners - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 175 Acre Riverfront Custom Retreat - The Great River Ranch have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is 175 Acre Riverfront Custom Retreat - The Great River Ranch pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 175 Acre Riverfront Custom Retreat - The Great River Ranch?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 175 Acre Riverfront Custom Retreat - The Great River Ranch?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 175 Acre Riverfront Custom Retreat - The Great River Ranch located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Whispering Bluffs Winery, Grant River, and National Brewery Museum. Nelson Dewey State Park and Dickeyville Grotto are also within 20 mi (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Valerie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing family vacation property
We had an amazing weekend with our children and grandchildren at The Great River Ranch! This is a beautiful property that is very well maintained! The host was very friendly, informative and responsive. We enjoyed the indoor pool, hot tub, fitness center, outdoor playset, and theater room. It has something to offer for all ages. We look forward to booking this property again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Speechless!!!
Amazing place to stay!! Would recommend to anyone that is planning a large family/friends getaway!! We couldn’t have been happier to find and stay at a home like this. Had every thing you could think of, very accommodating!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway
We booked this location for a golf outing/ weekend getaway and had a great time. The location is absolutely stunning. From the pool room, to multiple bars, the theatre room, the firepit, the huge kitchen. We were worried the place was good to be true, and we were glad that it delivered. The property was beautiful, clean, more than enough to meet and exceed all of our needs. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ah-maxing, amazing place!
We have a large family… ages from infant to senior… this was PERFECT! So much to do and space for privacy or group activities. First class attention to detail in every corner. So very private and such a beautiful setting. We can’t say enough good things about this little paradise! We’ll be back- a new high bar of accommodations has been set!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy L., DEKALB

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Our entire family loved this beautiful, spacious and well maintained home. Our family(ages 1-95) had an amazing 7 days. The kitchen was lovely and provided us with all the essentials needed for big family meals. Both kids and adults had many options to choose for the day. The indoor pool, pond, gazebo, hiking trail and playground were over the top. We had plenty of room for outdoor games and the gazebo was a great place to make our s’mores it just hang out. The kids enjoyed the bunkhouse and the adults loved the rooms and comfortable beds. The home theater was over-the-top amazing for an evening or rainy day show/movie and the throwback Pac-Man arcade game from the 80’s entertained both kids and adults. Chris was great responding to our questions and Katie was the best when helping us through the booking process when Vrbo was having difficulties with securing our reservation. As with any property there were some issues we had to deal with. Wasps, bats(at night) and a couple of mosquitoes but the bats kept them to a minimum. Our family(all 32) of us highly recommend this property. It felt like home. This amazing home(We stayed in all 3) was all we had hoped for and much, much more!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

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