In the heart of this charming town, Becwar House offers a refreshed take on an older family home. With its open floor plan, fully stocked kitchen, and comfortable beds, this renovated 1905 house is perfect for larger groups or families looking for a home away from home. You'll also enjoy free WiFi and multiple spaces to gather in both large or small group settings.
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4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10
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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Becwar House . . . at the Mississippi River
Welcome to Becwar House, a completely renovated and improved home that was built in 1905 and owned by our family since 1951. After purchasing the property from my family in July, 2020, I spent a full year renovating every room, bringing a refreshed look while maintaining the comfortable feel and character of an older family home. The space Improvements to the house included the removal of old space consuming radiators and the installation of a new state-of-the-art heating and cooling system, particularly designed for older homes. The new open floor plan on the first level is great for larger groups or families. You will also find many other modern conveniences of home: • Fully stocked kitchen • Free WiFI • Washer/Dryer • Comfortable beds • Multiple spaces to gather in both large or small group settings Guest access AREA ATTRACTIONS • Mississippi River – Becwar House is only two blocks from the river, with access to a playground, picnic shelter, kayak and canoe rentals, and boat launches • Religious Services – St. Gabriel’s Catholic Church is across the street. Also, the grade school playground is on the same block • Downtown business area is within easy walking distance - 5 blocks
HOUSE OVERVIEW:
KITCHEN: This room was redesigned to provide more open space with all new appliances and lighting. If you’re looking to make some meals during your stay, you’ll find it’s well equipped with dishes, utensils, pots, pans, blender, coffee maker, etc., along with every appliance you’ll need, including a dish washer. It even includes a coffee station with free coffee (caffeinated and de-caffeinated) and filters, tea, condiments, and device recharging receptacles (4 USBs) and cable.
DINING ROOM: This a great room for meals and social gatherings with a large farmhouse style dining room table that seats 8 comfortably and a large buffet, soon to be stocked with plenty of board and card games.
BATHROOMS • Bathroom 1 – Located on the first floor next to the kitchen with shower. • Bathroom 2 – Located on the second floor with tub and shower. Please note the vanity contains docking space and power sources for both a hair dryer and a curler.
LAUNDRY: A full-sized stackable washer and dryer are located on the second floor in the hallway next to the master bedroom.
BEDROOMS • Bedroom 1 – First floor bedroom has a queen size bed • Bedroom 2 – Second floor West bedroom has two twin beds • Bedroom 3 – Second floor South bedroom has a queen size bed • Bedroom 4 – Second floor East master bedroom has a king size bed
LIVING ROOM: The living room is off of the dining room area on the first floor. It provides comfortable seating and ample lighting, plus a comfy sleeper sofa. This room also has a large 55” flat screen TV, free WiFi, and free access to YouTube TV, Prime Video, and Netflix.
PORCHES: The front porch provides a separate area to relax in a comfy chair to read a book or nap or for more private conversations away from the main living areas. It’s also has air conditioning vents for a comfortable guest setting. The back porch also provides addition space for two people to visit and sit for morning coffee.
OUTDOOR FEATURES • Spacious new patio with gas grill and propane tank • Patio furniture is in the works, but for now only a few lawn chairs. If you have a larger group and enjoy relaxing outdoors together, you may want to bring extra chairs • Parking – long driveway provides ample room for multiple vehicles in addition to street parking on both sides of this corner lot Other things to note No keys to lose or to return! This property provides secure, keyless entry with an August Smart Lock. You can lock and unlock the door with your smartphone, using a unique virtual key, or personal entry code issued to you for the duration of your stay.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Kitchen
Blender
Dishwasher
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Games
TV
Outdoor areas
Gas grill
Outdoor furniture
Porch/lanai
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Prairie Du Chien is home to this holiday home. Barnyard 9 Golf Course and Eagles Landing Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mississippi River and Marquette Mitigation Sites Wildlife Management Area. Charles Wacouta Aquatic Park and Fort Fun Park are also worth visiting. Visit our Prairie Du Chien travel guide
Is Becwar House . . . at the Mississippi River pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Becwar House . . . at the Mississippi River?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Becwar House . . . at the Mississippi River?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Becwar House . . . at the Mississippi River located?
Situated in Prairie Du Chien, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Washington Street Park and Michigan and Park Street Park. Prairie du Chien City Hall and Joseph and Emma Wachute Memorial Library are also within 15 minutes.
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Becwar House . . . at the Mississippi River Reviews
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Beautiful house that’s well taken care of and very comfortable!! Highly recommend staying there. Will likely book the same house when we return in the spring and summer!!
We absolutely loved our stay at the Beckwar House. The house was clean, well-stocked and absolutely cozy and inviting for our family trip. It was obvious that much love went into the remodel of the former family home. We would absolutely stay again!
We have a family get together every Labor Day in PDC. As our family grew we needed a larger place and The Becwar House at the Mississippi River has exceeded our needs and expectations. The house is beautiful and everyone feels welcomed and at home. Thank you again John for being a great host. See you next year!
We recently stayed at the Becwar house while in town for a wedding/family reunion. The house was excellent! Very clean, comfortable and great location. The host was great and very accommodating to a last minute change. We will definitely be returning!
This home was beautiful and perfect for our group of 9! Great location and the house was amazing. The host was very kind and responded quickly to all questions!
Beautiful & comfortable home. So many details that make all the difference. It's apparent that the house is loved & owner wants to make you feel comfortable and welcomed.Thank you for sharing your beautiful home! We'd love to come back!
Four bedrooms and 5 beds, plus a fold out sofa gives plenty of privacy and space for girls weekend! Bathrooms upstairs and down is a must when we rent, so that was great. One of the cleanest and most tastefully decorated places I've rented.
A sweet, roomy house with the feel of aged and antiqued history, and yet modern touches and decor which was a delight for us on our short stay. This is our second stay at Becwar House and we would love to stay again if we come back to the Prairie du Chien area. John was very prompt in his communication. The house was immaculate..
A wonderful, well appointed home. We had everything we needed as we gathered for a family wedding. Six adults and three children fit seamlessly into this charming space. We have never stayed in a vrbo that provided supplies with such attention to detail. We would definitely stay here again.
The house was just right for our 4-sister getaway. It was a delightful step back in time as it reminded us of an old country farmhouse from our youth, yet had been decorated and updated to be very comfortable and enjoyable for our 3-day stay. Good attention to everything needed for guests and yet gave us plenty of room for our own supplies/luggage. We enjoyed the neighborhood for a walk and the closeness to shopping and restaurants and also Pike's Peak State Park. Loved it and will stay here again if we choose this area for our next get together!!!
Very clean and nice accomodations. Quiet neighborhood. Nice to find 4 bedrooms at a fair price with a dining room table big enough to accomodate all of us. Nicely stocked kitchen. Only suggestion might be to have an extra hand rail section at the top of the stairwell to aid us "seniors".
We just loved this home! It has such a nice blend of original hardwood floors, amazing wide trim and floor board as well as an updated kitchen with full amenities.
John, the owner and host, provided everything we needed and beyond. Plenty of pots and pans, baking dishes, spices, utensils, coffee maker as well as coffee, filters. You really don't need to bring anything other than your clothes, and personal items.
The home was very clean, there was a cozy front porch perfect for morning coffee, reading, or even doing some remote work. Internet was fast. We had no problems with multiple devices. Beds were very comfortable.
We were in a nice part of town, and had no problems walking in the evening. There was a small inlet that was about 2 or 3 blocks away where one could rent bikes, or kayaking.
John replied quickly when we had a few questions. We highly recommend this home, and hope to be able to stay again in the future.
Side note, some nice places to go: Jones Black Angus, The Barn, Pikes Peak, Lansing, up the River Road for possible eagle sightings.
What a welcoming, comfortable, well appointed stay. Our family argued which part we liked best - the 4 season porch, the architectural elements, the location. It was the perfect stay for our extended family as we finished RAGBRAI.
We enjoyed our stay in this beautiful well kept old house. Would recommend and would stay again if in the area. Quick communication from the owner when I had a question before our stay.
Our family of eight had a great time in Prairie du Chien! The house and yard were clean, the kitchen was well stocked, and the layout of the house and patio was perfect for small and large gatherings.