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!

  •   Great stay! I will definitely be visiting again.

    thumb Brenda
    February 25, 2024

      Beautiful space. The pictures don't do the interior justice. It is a great place for relaxing with a small group. Kitchen space was great for us to... read more

    thumb Matt
    March 7, 2021

      This property is a real gem! The home is immaculate, peaceful and absolutely perfect. Beds were so comfortable, kitchen had all necessary items, and everything was so clean. We loved... read more

    thumb Robyn
    August 15, 2021
  •   Relaxing retreat for our young family. This was a safe and fun place for our 1.5 yr old with easy access to outdoor play equipment, sledding, and saying "good morning"... read more

    thumb Heidi
    January 18, 2021

      This was our second stay at Suncrest and it was even better than the first. We used it as a meetup point for four Northern MN girls who have since... read more

    thumb Thressa
    July 11, 2021

      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
  •   Such a memorable rental and experience that it has turned into an annual stay for the last four years and counting!

    thumb Curtis
    August 5, 2024

      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

      Beautiful place and a beautiful setting, comfortable clean accommodations, most friendly service. No complaints!

    thumb Scott
    March 6, 2022