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Room to Gather. Space to Escape.

Janesville vacation home with kitchen

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Smart TV
Outdoor dining
Exterior
7 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms8 bathrooms9000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Janesville, MN
  • Place, Lake Elysian
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Francis
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Madison Lake
    ‪11 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Janesville

In Janesville .At this Janesville vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Elysian and 6 miles (10 km) of Lake Francis. Lake Tustin is within 6 miles (10 km) and Lily Lake is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Lake Elysian - 1 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Lake Francis - 8 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Lake Tustin - 9 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Madison Lake - 11 min drive - 9.7 miles
  • Lake Tetonka - 15 min drive - 10.8 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Purple Goose - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Thirsty Beaver - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ryderz Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Room to Gather. Space to Escape.

Escape to Shady Willow Acres, a private 9,000 sq. ft. getaway set on 99 beautiful acres. With room for up to 22 guests, it’s a great spot for family gatherings, group getaways, retreats, or just a relaxing weekend away.



There’s plenty to do without ever leaving the property. Play a round on the indoor pickleball court, catch a movie in the home theater, hang out in the game room, or head outside to explore the private trails and ponds. With mature trees, rolling hills, ridges, valleys, and plenty of wildlife, there’s always something to take in.



Our 7-bedroom, 7.5-bathroom home was designed with groups in mind, with tons of space to gather or spread out and get comfortable.



The main floor has several sitting areas, a formal dining room, spacious kitchen, five bedrooms, five full bathrooms, two half baths, laundry, and the indoor pickleball court. The large primary suite also includes a private bathroom with a spacious walk-in shower.



Downstairs, you’ll find another full kitchen, plenty of lounge space, a home theater, pool table and darts, a poker room, arcade games, two bedrooms, one full bathroom, and one half bath.



Outside, there’s a large deck and patio with grills, plenty of seating, and a fire pit—perfect for hanging out after a day of exploring. Take a walk along the property’s trail system, go cross-country skiing in the winter, check out the two ponds, and keep an eye out for deer, pheasants, turkeys, ducks, and geese.



Whether you’re here to relax, explore, play, or spend time together, Shady Willow Acres gives you plenty of space to make the most of your stay.



Shady Willow Acres is located:

*20 minutes from Mankato

*Less than 5 miles from Ahava Cottage Wedding Venue

*10 minutes from Indian Island Winery

*25 minutes from Chankaska Winery

*10 minute radius of Lake Francis, Lake Elysian, Madison Lake





If you would like to host a family gathering or event, please inquire to learn more!

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 7.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Indoor pickleball court
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 9,000 square feet
  • Water dispenser

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Load and start up dishwasher
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Parties and events are allowed on site. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Room to Gather. Space to Escape. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Room to Gather. Space to Escape. offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Room to Gather. Space to Escape.?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Room to Gather. Space to Escape.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Room to Gather. Space to Escape.?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Room to Gather. Space to Escape. have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Room to Gather. Space to Escape. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Room to Gather. Space to Escape. to downtown Janesville?

This vacation home is 3 mi away from Janesville.

Room to Gather. Space to Escape. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a fantastic place to stay with all of our team!! Everyone was able to have their own space to gather or have some alone time! Very well equipped with everything you could need and more! We are hoping to stay there again next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gregory W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great place to gather with an active family. The radiant floor heat made a big home warm and cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erich N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was helpful with any questions we had. Plenty of amenities were around for us. We had no issues at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Communication with the host was great, very prompt. The home was great and definitely had the space our group needed. The pinball machine did not work, and it would've been nice if there were food storage options (ziploc bags, foil, or bowls with lids). With such a large group, there was a lot of food leftover, needed to put away. Hard to bring things home.Otherwise, the home itself is beautiful. Thank you and we plan to be back next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vaibhav Vishwas S.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025