Stay at Suncrest Gardens & Explore the Local Area 

Family Fun

Interesting things for the family to go and see.

  • LARK Toys & Mini Golf, Wabasha, MN
  • National Eagle Center, Wabasha, MN
  • Train/Barge viewing on overpass in Alma, WI
  • Mississippi Thunder Speedway Auto Racing, Fountain City, WI
  • Hike/Bike around Lake Winona, Winona, MN

Live Music

There’s serveral spots featuring unique live music opportunities.

  • Music Under the Bridge, Wabasha, MN
  • Big River Theatre, Alma, WI
  • St Mary’s Page Theater, Winona, MN
  • Oak Center General Store, Lake City, MN
  • Boats & Bluegrass, Winona, MN

Hiking

The driftless area features hiking trails near the Mississippi River featuring our beautiful bluffs and abundant wildlife.

  • Merrick State Park, Fountain City, WI
  • Thrive Park, Nelson, WI
  • Buena Vista Park, Alma, WI
  • Lakeview Lodge hiking trails, Winona, MN
  • Perrot State Park, Trempealeau, WI
  • Frontenac State Park, Frontenac, MN

Mississippi River & Wildlife

Enjoy a drive through the winding roads of Buffalo County and catch a glimpse of our rare albino deer. Or explore the river and all it has to offer!

  • Alma Fishing Float, Alma, WI: unique view of Alma, fishing opportunities with or without your own equipment
  • Kayaking & Fishing & Sandbars on the River
  • Swimming Beaches: Alma, WI, Winona, MN, Goodview, MN
  • Birdwatching & Trails: Trempealeau National Wildlife Refuge, Treampealeau, WI

Be Active

Get up and get movin’!

  • The Grove Golf Course, Cochrane, WI
  • Backroad biking, lots of loop routes in Buffalo County
  • Coffee Mill Ski Hill, Wabasha, MN

Chill at the Coffee Shop

Coffee shops to explore in the area.

  • World Cup Coffee, Fountain City, WI
  • Fire & Ice, Alma, WI
  • Blooming Grounds, Winona, MN
  • Blue Heron, Winona, MN
  • Mugby Junction, Winona, MN

Eateries

Local restaurants, pubs, and unique cafes.

  • Suncrest Gardens Pizza Farm, at your back door!
  • Waumandee House, next closest to farm
  • Vino Over the Valley/Larry’s, Arcadia, WI
  • The North End Pub & Grill, Cochrane, WI
  • Wing Dam Saloon, Fountain City, WI
  • Pier 4 Cafe & Smokehouse, Alma, WI
  • Nelson Cheese Factory, Nelson, WI
  • Boathouse, Winona, MN
  • Hillside Fish House, Winona, MN
  • Harbor View Cafe, Pepin, WI

Festivals

Local theater, music and craft festivals promoting the arts.

  • Ashley For the Arts, Arcadia, WI
  • Great River Shakespeare Festival, Winona, MN
  • MN Beethovan Festival, Winona, MN
  • Frozen River Festival, Winona, MN
  • Stockholm Art Fair, Stockholm, WI

 

Wineries

Enjoy traversing the Great River Road and sampling local wine.

  • Danzinger Vineyard, Alma, WI, closest to farm
  • Elmaro Vineyard, Centerville, WI
  • Hawk’s View, Fountain City, WI
  • Villa Bellezza, Pepin, WI
  • Maiden Rock Cidery, Maiden Rock, WI

Museums

Indoor excursions to learn a little or a lot!

  • Marine Art Museum, Winona, MN
  • Elmer’s Auto & Toy Museum, Fountain City, WI
  • Castle Rock Armor Museum, Alma, WI
  • Wings Over Alma, Alma, WI

Foods From the Farm at Your Convenience

Shop ahead and have an order waiting for you upon arrival. Food options include our wholesome frozen soups, brown eggs from our hens, pasture-raised meats for grilling, jam, maple syrup & more! 

A popular choice is our "Pizza Kits" which allow you the option to bake your own pizza using our pizza dough balls, pizza sauce, gourmet Wisconsin cheese, happy hog sausage, and other toppings. Just roll out the dough, assemble & bake. Rolling pin and pizza pans are provided. Making pizzas is a fun, easy activity and you get to eat your creations!

  •   We first visited Suncrest Garden in spring 2021 as a safe respite during the pandemic. We fell in love and have come back every year since. It's peaceful, beautiful, and... read more

    thumb Laudan
    July 9, 2023

      We were very happy with our visit to Heather's place. It met our expectations--clean, nicely decorated, comfy bed and furnishings! We took advantage of the farm kitchen and... read more

    thumb Mike
    November 28, 2020

      Suncrest Gardens is our absolute favorite pizza farm…and we’ve tried several. The beautiful scenery, well groomed yard and delicious pizza make for a truly special evening! Wish it... read more

    thumb Joan
    July 23, 2022
  •   Nice, comfortable house surrounded by beautiful landscape. We enjoyed walking around the farm and relaxing in the dry sauna in the main bedroom. Our kid loved the multiple outdoor playground... read more

    thumb Michelle
    October 17, 2021

      Wonderful, peaceful, and a perfect setting for a best girlfriend's get away. Heather had a complimentary bottle of wine and a dozen of farmfresh eggs waiting for... read more

    thumb Sara Lynn
    April 7, 2024

      A little bit of farm life brought to you by an exceptional host. Nestled in a valley, you will feel at home staying at the farm. Everything provided plus the... read more

    thumb Robert
    November 22, 2020
  •   This was such a sweet and deeply peaceful place to stay in November—- a working farm with our hosts, caring stewards of the land, farm animals (chickens, sheep, ducks, joyful... read more

    thumb Kris
    November 10, 2021

      Beautiful setting in a clean and spacious space! Great for kids too (swing sets, sandbox, space to run, chickens and sheep to look at). Very peaceful place. Almost felt like... read more

    thumb Sherry
    October 20, 2024

      Excellent hospitality ! Is a wonderful retreat from the city to unwind and view the amazing valley and trees while still having some music and people in the evening come... read more

    thumb Paula
    May 23, 2021