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On-Site Trails: Rock River Retreat in Jefferson!

Entire home in Jefferson, WI

5 guests·2 bedrooms·1 bathroom
5.0 · 8 reviews

Why you'll love this stay

Outdoor Living

Outdoor Living

Private forest trails, river access, and treehouse for nature immersion.

Entertainment & Amenities

Entertainment & Amenities

Interactive scavenger hunts, games, and handcrafted woodwork elevate every stay.

Location & Accessibility

Location & Accessibility

Walkable to water activities and central to regional attractions.

Property details

Enjoy an Up North vibe without the drive! ‘River Quest Lodging’ is not just a home base for exploring — it's the destination! Nestled in a certified wildlife habitat with 4.5 acres of groomed trails and adorned with custom woodwork, cabinets, doors, and furniture built by the owner, this Jefferson vacation rental is perfect for those seeking to connect with nature. Walk to the water for fishing or kayaking, embark on a scavenger hunt on the property, then watch the sunset in the treehouse.

The space
Interactive Retreat | Scavenger Hunts & Love Lock Chain | No Cleaning Fee! | Fire Pit (Wood Provided) | Explore On-Site Trails

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: 2 Extra Long Twin Beds | Additional Sleeping: Rollaway Bed

INDOOR LIVING: 2 living areas, custom furniture, hand-built woodwork & cabinetry, flat-screen TV w/ cable, dining table, coffee table, books, board games, ceiling fans (in each bedroom), small electric fireplace (living room)
OUTDOOR LIVING: Furnished patio & cabin-ette, gas grill (propane provided), treehouse, shared boat dock (dock slip available for 1 boat), shared river access, 3 natural springs, creek w/ boardwalk, 3 fishing poles w/ basic tackle box, canoe, 2 10' kayaks, rowboat, 1 youth bike available, 2 adult bikes available, mosquito tent, snowmobile access from property to river, large decorative sign w/ a love lock chain opportunity, unique scavenger hunt items & other thoughtful interactive surprises
KITCHEN: Refrigerator, stove/oven, dishwasher, dishware/flatware, cooking basics, Keurig coffee maker, Crockpot, microwave, toaster, electric tea kettle, French press
GENERAL: Free WiFi, in-floor heating, central AC and ceiling fans in the bedrooms, linens/towels, robes provided, iron/board, washer & dryer, laundry detergent, trash bags, paper towels, hair dryer, complimentary toiletries, Alen Breathe Smart Air Purifier
FAQ: Access only by stairs, 2 exterior security cameras (facing out, unplugged), homeowner on-site (upstairs unit), no cleaning fee
PARKING: Shared driveway (2 vehicles), trailer parking on-site, snowmobile & snowmobile trailer parking on-site, EV charging available (110-volt outlet available)

Guest access
Guests will have access to the entire property via lockbox

Other things to note
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This property requires stairs to access
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras: 1 is located above the front entry area facing toward the basement entry area, and 1 camera is located on the wood shop facing toward the driveway. These cameras do not look into any interior spaces. The cameras are unplugged and not in use
- NOTE: The homeowner lives on-site, in the upstairs unit with a separate entrance, and shares the driveway, boat dock, and river access area. The owner respects all guests' privacy and will only engage as much as the guest would like
- NOTE: The property is just the lower level of the home
- NOTE: This property sleeps 4 guests in 3 beds, with room for 5 total by using the rollaway bed
- NOTE: The two 10' kayaks are available year-round and are best suited for spring & summer use
- NOTE: Snowmobiles can be used on the bike trail in the winter
- NOTE: This property has a fun scavenger hunt set up around the 4.5 acres of groomed trails
- NOTE: Everyone is welcome at our property. We proudly welcome guests of all races, backgrounds, gender identities, and orientations. Our goal is to provide a safe, respectful, and inclusive space for all
- NOTE: The property has central AC and ceiling fans in the bedrooms.

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1

2 single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 queen Bed

What’s included

  • Self check-in

    Self check-in

  • Free parking on premises

    Free parking on premises

  • Washer

    Washer

  • Dryer

    Dryer

  • Central air conditioning

    Central air conditioning

  • Central heating

    Central heating

  • Kitchen

    Kitchen

  • Wifi

    Wifi

Guest reviews

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Rebecca

They thought of everything

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June 2026

We loved our time at River Quest. They seriously thought of everything and more! All the details were perfect and everything was so clean.. Such a pleasure to enjoy vacation and not worry about anything. We hope to return in the future.

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Julie

Julie

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May 2025

Our stay here was wonderful!! Such a beautiful place with lovely hosts!! We will definitely be back again if it’s available! The woodwork is amazing!! We enjoyed the trails, treehouse, cabin, beautiful river, walking trail nearby, and loved the location being central to many different places. We would have loved to stay longer!!

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Claire

Rock River Stay

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May 2025

It was wonderful! The space had everything we could possible need or even want, to make our stay comfortable, quiet, and peaceful. The hosts, Reb and Mike, were so accommodating and kind, and the location and scenery were exactly what we love: natural, & abundant with wildlife.

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Kristen

Great place to relax

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March 2024

Our family of 4 had a great time. The place was spotless, kitchen was well stocked, and lots of good magazines, books, and games to enjoy. We really enjoyed walking around the property and sitting in the little cabin especially during the rainy and cool weather. Michael’s woodwork throughout the property was amazing to see and enjoy. Michael and Rebecca go above and beyond to make your stay great. They helped carry our luggage down the stairs in the rain and took extra time to help mail us an item we left behind. Highly recommend if you want a beautiful place to relax and enjoy nature.

Know before you go

Self check-in

House rules

Check-in: 3:00pm

Checkout: 11:00am

No pets allowed

Min. age to rent: 18

No smoking

No parties

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