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!

  •   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

      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

      Thank you for another great stay!

    thumb Laudan
    August 28, 2022
  •   The place was way bigger than I expected! Super clean, great kitchen, and a sauna! The whole trip was amazing!

    thumb Kindra
    January 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

      Took a girls trip here to get away during the pandemic. It was perfect being able to order a few food items from their farm to have ready to go... read more

    thumb Emma
    February 14, 2021
  •   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

      Heathers place is soul filling and rejuvenating. The sauna is refreshing, wood fire pizza very YUMMY. Filling my body, mind and soul on each visit. The... read more

    thumb Rebekah
    June 3, 2024

      One of my favorite AirBNBs to date! Nestled in the autumnal bluffs, this treasure holds the quiet nature this city girl craves. Perfectly appointed with lots of room for roaming,... read more

    thumb Caroline
    October 15, 2023