Posts Tagged ‘Southwest Wisconsin’

Prepare for the Holidays at a Wisconsin Bed and Breakfast

November 29th, 2009 by knapik

Thanksgiving has come and gone; Christmas and the New Year are on the horizon. Now is a great time to plan a restorative getaway at our Wisconsin Bed and Breakfast. Whether you need time to finish a project, a peaceful place to relax before hosting friends and family, or inspiration for gifts in unfamiliar shops, you can find it here.

Isn't this where you want to prepare for the holidays

Isn't this where you want to prepare for the holidays?

The inn is situated on 160 peaceful acres in the rural, southwestern part of the state, not far from the Mississippi River. It is an ideal place to hunker down with friends and take care of those last minute knitting projects you all have to finish by the 25th. Think of the fun you will have, side by side with your friends, creating something hand-made for someone special. Sip tea or wine together and talk late into the night as you inspire one another to work until you finish your projects; you won’t be tempted by the many distractions at home, but you should make time to stretch your legs with a long walk (or ski!) through the Kickapoo Valley. If you have a little extra time, head out for some interesting shopping.

The area surrounding our Bed and Breakfast Wisconsin is home to one of the largest Amish populations in the country. The Amish are known for their superior craftsmanship – echoes of an earlier time – and as a result there is some fine shopping near our inn. Peruse nearby Amish shops for beautiful quilts, sturdy baskets and attractive furniture, for you are sure to find a perfect gift for someone.

In short, you can’t afford not to take some time for yourself before the holidays -  take advantage of our internet special over the next couple of months, and travel for less. You’ll feel refreshed when you get back to the real world.

Wisconsin Fall Colors

September 22nd, 2009 by knapik

The fall color season has started in Southwest Wisconsin! The hardwood forests between LaCrosse and Prairie du Chien contain a high percentage of maple trees, and every year the fall colors range between “GOOD” and “WOW”. Right now (Sept 22) the colors around Soldiers Grove , WI are about 25% developed. Peak color will probably occur sometime between Sept 28 and Oct 10.

Maple Tree on Lonesome Hollow Trail

Maple Tree on Lonesome Hollow Trail

The Inn at Lonesome Hollow has 160 acres of  ridge and valley land, with almost 100 acres being wooded. There are about four miles of private hiking trails that skirt the forest edges or penetrate deep into the forest. Nearby is the Kickapoo River and a sparsely populated valley that extends north from the Wisconsin River for about 70 miles. Wisconsin Highway 131 follows the Kickapoo River all the way from its origin, near Wilton, to Wauzeka, where it meets the Wisconsin River. This 70 mile drive is very rural for its entire length, with no town on Hwy 131 having more than 750 residents.

Fall Colors Surround the Inn at Lonesome Hollow

Fall Colors Surround the Inn at Lonesome Hollow

The rugged Driftless Area terrain, the quaint antique shops, the Amish settlement near Cashton, great apple orchards, and a few wonderful wineries all combine to make this a great choice for fall leaf watching. You can even take in the fall colors while canoeing on the Kickapoo or Wisconsin river.

If your batteries need recharging, head to the hills of Southwest Wisconsin for a beautiful fall adventure.

Nora and Pete, Inn at Lonesome Hollow

July Events in SW Wisconsin

June 23rd, 2009 by knapik

If you are in the general area of Southwest Wisconsin this July, check out some fun local events that will take place. The southwest corner of Wisconsin is very rural in character and very rugged in landscape. The Driftless Area is best expressed and best enjoyed in the “Coulee Region” – the area from LaCrosse south to Prairie du Chien and from the Mississippi River east to Baraboo. The land is a constant series of 300 to 600 foot high, wooded hills that rise from picturesque valleys. It is an area of small villages, abundant trout streams, and diverse cultural heritage.

Here are some suggested events:

July 4: experience small town Fourth of July in LaFarge or Ontario - both small towns on the Kickapoo River; just a short distance from the Kickapoo lie Hillsboro and Westby which also have interesting July 4 celebrations.

Mississippi Cruise Tour to Effigy Mounds

Mississippi Cruise Tour to Effigy Mounds


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Journey to Balance: finding your own path

June 6th, 2009 by knapik

On August 28-30, 2009,  an uplifting women’s retreat with yoga instructor and wellness coach, Jeanne Penton, and author, Colleen Baldrica , will take place at Lonesome Hollow.  Take some long overdue “you” time and restore work/life balance through yoga, meditation, mind-body wellness workshops, circle time, laughter, and wine tasting. This retreat will offer morning and evening yoga and meditation sessions (90 minutes).  Weather permitting, the meditation portion will be held on the serene grounds of Lonesome Hollow. Yoga and meditation is a wonderful and awakening practice that doesn’t discriminate.  All levels are welcome.   The style of yoga taught is a non-purist blend, combining the elements of Vinyasa, Iyengar, and Anusara. The focus is on connecting breath with movement, letting go of competition with ourselves and others and achieving harmony within mind, body,and spirit.  Healing Touch will also be offered by Nora Knapik, Innkeeper at Lonesome Hollow, and Healing Touch Apprentice.  For more information, contact Jeanne at pathways2wellness@yahoo.com, or Colleen at colleenbaldrica@gmail.com.

Colleen Baldrica

Colleen Baldrica

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Snowshoeing At Our Bed and Breakfast

December 11th, 2008 by knapik

The winter of ’08-’09 is off to a wicked start at Lonesome Hollow. This is good news for outdoor enthusiasts who look for outside activities even in Wisconsin’s coldest months.

First Snowfall of 2008

Last year we had the most winter snow of any winter in recent memory. Showshoeing opportunities were obviously better than ever at Lonesome Hollow and a good number of our guests took advantage of our offer for free use of snowshoes and ventured onto our valley and ridge fields and trails to experience the beautiful winter snowscapes of the Driftless Area and the Kickapoo Valley. We have modern, Cabelas’ aluminum frame snowshoes and traditional rawhide web snowshoes that guests may use.

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