At Fern Cottage, relax in the cozy living room with a TV, games and music or unwind in one of three bedrooms offering premium linens and ample storage. Enjoy cooking up a storm in the modern kitchen before gathering around the beautiful dining room for meals and quality time.
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Entire home
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 71000 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
The Gilded Cottage- Cozy Family Friendly Retreat Near Downtown Winnebago
🌟 About This Space | The Gilded Cottage Welcome to The Gilded Cottage, a warm, thoughtfully designed short-term rental that blends comfort, functionality, and a refined sense of home. Styled with mid-century inspired details and practical touches, this inviting home is well suited for families, couples, remote professionals, and traveling workers seeking a calm, reliable, and comfortable place to stay.
Whether you’re planning a winter weekend escape, visiting family, working locally for an extended project, or simply stepping away from the everyday, The Gilded Cottage offers a peaceful retreat where guests can relax, recharge, and truly settle in.
Located near local dining, shops, parks, and community favorites, it provides the ideal balance of quiet residential living and everyday convenience.
🛋 Living Room | Relax, Work, & Unwind Designed as the heart of the home, the living room supports both downtime and productivity. Comfortable seating makes it easy to unwind after a long day, enjoy movie nights on the 54” HDTV with Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and Disney+, or relax with a cup of coffee in the morning.
Board games and cozy accents encourage screen-free connection, while natural light and a calm layout make this space comfortable for reading, planning the day, or catching up on work during quieter moments.
A piano adds a unique, welcoming touch, perfect for guests who enjoy music or sharing something special with family.
🍽 Dining Room | Gather, Dine, or Set Up for Work The dining area is arranged for flexibility. It works just as well for shared meals and family conversations as it does for spreading out paperwork, setting up a laptop, or enjoying a quiet meal after work.
With comfortable seating and easy access to the kitchen, it’s a practical space for both connection and focus.
🧸 Kids’ Play Zone | Family-Friendly Comfort Families traveling with children will appreciate the dedicated play zone designed to keep kids engaged while adults relax nearby. This area supports imaginative play and downtime alike.
The play zone includes: • XXL bean bag seating • Toys, cars, trains, and Duplos • A play kitchen/store • Child-friendly musical instruments
For families with younger children, a Pack ’n Play and extra toddler mattress are provided to help make longer or work related stays easier and more comfortable.
🛏 Bedrooms | Rest & Reset The Gilded Cottage features three comfortable bedrooms, each designed to support restful sleep after busy days, whether spent working, traveling, or exploring the area.
Premium linens, ceiling fans, and calming décor help create a quiet, comfortable environment for deep rest.
Sleeping arrangements include: • Two queen bedrooms on the main level • One king bedroom upstairs
This layout offers flexibility for families, co-workers, and multi-generational groups who appreciate both shared space and privacy.
🛁 Bathroom | Clean & Refreshing The bathroom is clean, bright, and thoughtfully prepared for everyday use. A whole home water softener enhances shower comfort, leaving skin and hair feeling refreshed, especially appreciated during longer stays or physically demanding workdays.
🧺 Laundry | Practical for Longer Stays A dedicated laundry area with a washer and dryer is available for guest use, making this home especially convenient for: • Extended work assignments • Traveling trades and all professionals • Families and remote workers staying longer than a weekend
Being able to refresh clothes mid-stay adds ease, comfort, and flexibility.
🌿 Comfort, Cleanliness & Peace of Mind • Professionally cleaned between every stay • High-filtration air system and individual bedroom air purifiers • Water softener for enhanced bathing comfort • Quiet, family-friendly neighborhood • Non-smoking home
👨👩👧👦 Perfect For The Gilded Cottage is well-suited for: • Families traveling with children • Multi-generational stays • Remote workers needing a calm, comfortable home base • Traveling professionals and tradesman on local assignments • Guests who value cleanliness, thoughtful design, and a peaceful environment
This home is intentionally maintained as a quiet, respectful space and is not suitable for parties or events.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Electric car charging station on site
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Printer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
No lift
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Things to do
Bicycles
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Motor boating nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Located in Winnebago, this cottage is near a water park. Tinker Park and Tinker Swiss Cottage & Gardens are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Veterans Memorial Hall and Jefferson Street Bridge. Coronado Performing Arts Center and Discovery Center Museum are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating and other activities like birdwatching. Visit our Winnebago travel guide
Is The Gilded Cottage- Cozy Family Friendly Retreat Near Downtown Winnebago pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at The Gilded Cottage- Cozy Family Friendly Retreat Near Downtown Winnebago ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Gilded Cottage- Cozy Family Friendly Retreat Near Downtown Winnebago ?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Gilded Cottage- Cozy Family Friendly Retreat Near Downtown Winnebago ?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Gilded Cottage- Cozy Family Friendly Retreat Near Downtown Winnebago located?
Situated in Winnebago, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Winnebago Village Hall and Winnebago Public Library. Hall Memorial Park and Carlson Nelles Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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The Gilded Cottage- Cozy Family Friendly Retreat Near Downtown Winnebago Reviews
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I loved the historic charm of the house from the front porch to back patio and yard. Every amenity was thought of and lots of comfort from bedding to coffee maker and beyond. Well decorated and maintained home. I will definitely stay again when in the area.
The appliances were all new and worked perfectly.The kitchen was very well stocked.The beds were comfortable.The furniture was new and comfortable.The place was spotless.The hostess was very quickly responsive to any of our questions.
We were in town for a volleyball tournament and could not have been happier with our stay here! We felt very safe and welcome and the home owner was very responsive and accommodating. Property is clean and really has that homey feel with lots of natural light and comfortable beds. The shower head is amazing and felt like a massage! This is also in a cute little town with a bar/restaurant just blocks away that has excellent food. We will definitely stay here any time we are in the area. Very affordable as well!
We were in town for a funeral and rented this cozy space. There were 4 grown adults. This was the perfect spot. The house was clean, the beds were comfortable, the kitchen was well appointed, the shower had enough hot water for 4 showers every morning. Would 1000% recommend. If I had to make one suggestion it would be for a railing by the front stairs. The first stair was a big one and my elderly parents struggled with it. We just made sure we were always with them, so not a complaint. The house and the host could not have been more welcoming. She was very responsive to all of my dumb questions. Thank you so very much for a great stay. Would absolutely stay there again when in town.
The property is exactly as described, and was extremely easy to find, even in the pitch black of night. It was just my husband and I, so we didn’t try out the two queen size beds, but the king size bed was extremely comfortable. It’s slightly difficult to get up and down the stairs in order to go to the bathroom from the upstairs bedroom, especially if you are slightly handicapped, as I am; however, the owner has installed a nightlight at the top of the stairs, so I was able to easily see where each step was and be able to grab the handrail quite easily. The living room furniture is very comfortable, but it is a little tight in there because the space is not large, but the furniture is! Lol! Since they were cozy, though, we did not seem to mind, and we did not spend much time in the living room, so it worked out fine. The shower is amazing!! They have included high-quality products for hair, body, and face, as well as a cupboard outside of the bathroom with extra toothbrushes, toothpaste, an ion hairdryer, and much, much more! There was no lacking for linens, either! They were having an issue with some plumbing pipes in the wall behind the shower, so the plumber had cut a hole in the wall of one of the queen size bedrooms, but it was clean and neat in that room, and we did not stay in there anyway. The one tiny issue we had, was only related to the plumber leaving a little mess elsewhere, but the owner addressed it immediately and apologized profusely! Highly recommend!
We loved this house and would stay here again. There were 3 of us and there was good room to spread out. The house has been recently updated and is very nice.The hosts were very responsive to any questions we had. Highly recommend
Ron H.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Emmanuel
27 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A lovely house. Really enjoyed staying at this house. The host was super helpful and always communicated well with me. I would stay here again.