Frank Lloyd Wright-Inspired Mansion on Riverwalk
Wisconsin Dells, WI, United States
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Step into a piece of Wisconsin Dells history at The Sherman House — a rare Prairie-style mansion overlooking the Wisconsin River and River Walk. Built in 1905 and inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright design, this elegant estate blends timeless architecture, vintage charm, soaring ceilings, and modern comfort. Perfect for family gatherings, wedding groups, golf weekends, and upscale retreats, the home sleeps up to 20 guests across 8 private ensuite bedrooms.
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✨ Why Guests Love The Sherman House • Historic mansion filled with original character and architectural detail • Scenic Wisconsin River & River Walk views • Walkable downtown location just 2 blocks from shops, restaurants, nightlife, and attractions • Spacious gathering areas designed for memorable group experiences • Multiple ensuite bedrooms with soaking tubs, sitting areas, and vintage touches • Boutique mansion experience unlike a standard cabin, condo, or hotel stay ________________________________________ 🏡 The Space The Sherman House offers over a century of history paired with comfortable modern amenities. Throughout the home, guests will find rich woodwork, vintage craftsmanship, elegant entertaining spaces, and the nostalgic character that makes historic estates so memorable. Gather around the stunning double fireplace, enjoy coffee overlooking the river, relax in one of the many soaking tubs, or spend evenings reconnecting with friends and family in the grand common spaces. The home was designed for groups to gather comfortably while still offering privacy across its thoughtfully designed bedroom suites. Property Highlights • 8 private bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms • Sleeps up to 20 guests • Historic Prairie-style architecture inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright • Grand gathering spaces with soaring ceilings • Stunning double fireplace with new gas inserts (will be available fall 2026) • Vintage butler’s pantry • Pool table, cornhole & life-size Connect 4 • Roku Smart TVs throughout • High-speed WiFi • Central heating & air conditioning • Free parking for up to 5 vehicles • Towels, linens, shampoo, conditioner & body soap provided • Dogs allowed with approval only Whether you're planning a family vacation, golf weekend, wedding stay, executive retreat, or couples getaway, The Sherman House offers a truly unique Wisconsin Dells experience filled with warmth, nostalgia, and character that simply cannot be replicated. Please note: Several rooms are currently being refreshed with updated furniture and décor. Professional photography updates are coming soon, and some room layouts may vary slightly from current listing photos during this transition. ________________________________________ 🛏 Sleeping Arrangements Main Level Bedroom 1 – Sherman Suite • Queen bed • Private bathroom • Walk-in shower • Currently being updated & staged ________________________________________ Upper Level Bedroom 2 – Kilbourne Room • King bed • Private ensuite bathroom • Spa-style soaking tub/shower combination • Smart TV Bedroom 3 – Maid’s Quarters • King bed • Sitting area • Private bathroom • Jetted soaking tub • Separate shower • Smart TV • Wisconsin River views Bedroom 4 – Newport Room • King bed • Private bathroom • Separate shower • Jetted soaking tub • Smart TV • River views Bedroom 5 – Sage Room • King bed • Full sleeper sofa • Private bathroom • Bathtub/shower combination • Smart TV Bedroom 6 – Summer Room • King bed • In-room clawfoot soaking tub • Private bathroom • Lounge chair with ottoman • Smart TV • River views Bedroom 7 – Jane’s Escape • Two twin bunk beds (sleeps 4) • TV & dresser • Separate closet • Bathroom with separate tub & shower • Current listing photos may still show previous king bed setup Bedroom 8 – Dell View Room • King bed • Wisconsin River views • Sitting area • In-room bubbler soaking tub • Bathroom with shower & toilet • Vanity sink outside bathroom • TV & dresser ________________________________________ 🍷 Designed for Gathering The Sherman House was built for connection and conversation. Gather around the grand fireplace, enjoy cocktails in the historic entertaining spaces, challenge your group to pool or cornhole, or simply unwind while overlooking the river and downtown Dells scenery. Whether you’re planning: • Multi-family vacations • Golf weekends • Wedding accommodations • Executive retreats • Couples getaways • Reunions • Friends trips …the home offers a rare balance of elegance, comfort, and location. ________________________________________ 📍 Prime Wisconsin Dells Location Located just a short 2-block walk from downtown Wisconsin Dells, guests can easily enjoy: • Downtown restaurants & nightlife • River Walk access • Boat tours & jet boats • Breweries & wineries • Waterparks & attractions • Golf courses • Wedding venues • Shopping & entertainment • Hiking & scenic nature areas Many guests choose to park once and walk throughout their stay. ________________________________________ 🎯 Nearby Attractions • 2 min walk – Wisconsin River Walk • 3 min walk – Downtown Wisconsin Dells • 4 min – Wizard Quest • 5 min – Ripley’s Believe It or Not • 5 min – Dells Boat Tours • 7 min – Mt. Olympus Water & Theme Park • 9 min – Noah’s Ark Waterpark • 10 min – Kalahari Resort & Waterparks • 11 min – Wilderness Resort • 12 min – Pirate’s Cove Adventure Golf • 13 min – Timbavati Wildlife Park • 15 min – Christmas Mountain Golf & Ski • 17 min – Devil’s Lake State Park ________________________________________ 🦌 Good to Know • This is a historic property with vintage architecture, unique layouts, and old-world charm • Wildlife is common in the area, including deer, birds, and occasional bats outdoors • Dogs allowed with approval only • The property is best suited for respectful groups seeking a unique and elevated stay experience The Sherman House is ideal for: • Family gatherings • Wedding groups • Executive retreats • Golf weekends • Couples retreats • Friend getaways This property is not suitable for: • Unauthorized parties or events • Loud late-night gatherings • Disruptive behavior or excessive noise
Other Details to Note
Other Details to Note • 🚭 No fireworks allowed. • 🤫 Quiet hours: 10 PM–8 AM. • 📺 Streaming available on Roku TVs — guests must use their own streaming accounts. • 📷 One exterior security camera monitors the driveway entrance only. • 🦌 Wildlife is common in the area, including deer and bats. Please do not feed or approach wildlife. • 🐾 Dogs allowed with prior approval only. Maximum of 2 dogs. Pet fee: $150 per dog, per stay. Dogs may not be left unattended unless kenneled. Guests must clean up after pets indoors and outdoors. • 👥 Maximum occupancy: 20 guests. • 🏡 Guest Capacity & Pricing: The listed rate includes up to 16 guests. Stays exceeding 16 guests require prior approval and an additional $35 per guest, per night • 🚗 Parking • Free on-site parking for up to 5 vehicles. • Parking spaces are tight, and backing out may require extra caution, especially for larger SUVs, trucks, or vehicles with trailers. • Please park only in designated parking areas. • No more than 5 vehicles allowed to park • 🔊 Privacy-safe Minut noise monitoring devices are installed to help prevent parties and excessive noise. These devices monitor decibel levels only and do not record conversations. • 🧴 Essentials provided: towels, linens, shampoo, conditioner, and body soap. • 🪪 Guest verification is required before arrival through our secure Hospitable guest portal. Verification includes a government-issued photo ID and identity confirmation. • 🛡 A refundable $750 security deposit hold is required for Airbnb, direct bookings, and all booking platforms except VRBO prior to check-in. This is a temporary authorization hold only and is automatically released after checkout provided there is no damage, excessive cleaning, missing items, or rule violations. • 🏡 VRBO reservations follow VRBO’s platform-managed security deposit policies and procedures. • ⏳ Guest verification and any applicable security deposit authorization must be completed at least 72 hours prior to arrival to avoid delays in receiving check-in instructions.
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What this place offers
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- Dedicated workspace
- TV
- Wifi
Outdoors
- Alfresco dining
- Garden or backyard
- Outdoor seating
- Patio
Kitchen and dining
- Baking sheet
- Blender
- Coffee
- Coffee maker
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Hot water kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
- Trash Compactor
- Wine glasses
What this place offers
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- Dedicated workspace
- TV
- Wifi
Outdoors
- Alfresco dining
- Garden or backyard
- Outdoor seating
- Patio
Kitchen and dining
- Baking sheet
- Blender
- Coffee
- Coffee maker
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Hot water kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
- Trash Compactor
- Wine glasses
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Conditioner
- Hot Water
- Shampoo
- Shower gel
Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Extra pillows and blankets
- Hangers
- Iron
- Room-darkening shades
- Clothing storage
Family
- Board games
- Children's tableware
- High chair
- Travel crib
Entertainment
- Books
- Life-size games
- Pool table
Home safety
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Smoke detector
Heating and cooling
- Ceiling fan
- Portable fans
Parking and facilities
- Free parking on premises
- Private living room
Location features
- Laundromat nearby
- Private entrance Separate street or building entrance
Services
- Luggage dropoff allowed For guests' convenience when they have early arrival or late departure
Accessibility
Neighborhood
🏡 Neighborhood Description The Sherman House is ideally located along historic River Road overlooking the Wisconsin River and River Walk in the heart of Wisconsin Dells. Guests can enjoy the rare combination of scenic riverfront charm and walkable access to downtown restaurants, cocktail bars, shopping, boat tours, nightlife, and attractions. The neighborhood blends historic character, mature trees, and classic Dells architecture with the convenience of being just steps from the energy of downtown. Many guests choose to park once and enjoy exploring the area on foot while returning to the quiet elegance and nostalgic atmosphere of the estate.
Guest Access
Guests will enjoy private access to the entire historic Sherman House during their stay, including all bedrooms, gathering spaces, entertainment areas, and outdoor spaces surrounding the estate. The property offers two convenient entrances: • A private driveway entrance for easy arrival, parking, and unloading • A charming front entrance directly along historic River Road, offering a true estate-style arrival experience overlooking the Wisconsin River and River Walk From the moment you arrive, The Sherman House offers the feeling of stepping into a timeless Wisconsin Dells landmark — blending historic elegance with the comfort and privacy of a full private estate.
WHERE YOU'LL STAY
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🚶 Getting Around One of the best parts of staying at The Sherman House is the walkable location. Downtown Wisconsin Dells, the River Walk, restaurants, nightlife, boat tours, and attractions are all just a short stroll from the property. For guests exploring beyond downtown: • Most attractions, golf courses, and waterparks are within a 5–15 minute drive • Uber and Lyft availability can vary, especially late evenings • Ample on-site parking is available for up to 6 vehicles • The Wisconsin Dells Amtrak station is located nearby for guests arriving by train Many guests choose to park once and enjoy the convenience of exploring the downtown area on foot while returning to the quiet elegance of the estate.
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