The New Glarus Farm House caters to travelers seeking an authentic, rural farm experience. This four-bedroom country farmhouse dates back to the 1800s and is situated on 700 acres of farm land and woods. The property is located on a state-designated rustic road, which gives guests the option of exploring miles of hiking and biking paths, birdwatching or fishing on any number of streams in the region. The Farm House owners also have a working farm where guests are welcome to experience a day in the life of a dairy farmer.
The Chalet Landhaus provides an authentic Swiss experience to overnight guests. Built in a traditional Swiss architectural style, this boutique hotel and gourmet restaurant features spacious guest rooms and suites. The hotel is conveniently located in downtown New Glarus, and within steps of the Sugar River State Recreational Trail, a 23-mile multi-use path built over retired railroad tracks. Before a long day on the trail, hotel guests should stop by the Chalet Landhaus dining room for a complimentary daily breakfast brunch. Or indulge in nearby dining options such as Deininger's Restaurant, a European-style eatery in an elaborately renovated 1800s home.
Located in an area referred to as back-town, the Helvetica Inn and Cyclist Retreat is one of the earliest homes in the New Glarus region. Built sometime in the 1800s, the retreat features a tea parlor, three guest rooms, and indoor cycle storage. The Inn is located on the Sugar River State Recreational Trail, making it an ideal destination for cyclists. Guests staying at the Inn are welcomed with a relaxing, farm-like environment within walking distance to downtown New Glarus shops and restaurants.
Crafters, quilters and other creative clubs are invited to spend time at Two Chatelaines' Farm, a rural retreat geared toward the creative-minded individual. This 100-year old property is an active working soybean, barley and alfalfa farm with a large, two story home that has been refurbished to provide comfortable work space for hobbyists. The crafters' workroom features eight work stations with artistic lighting, ergonomic work chairs, cutting stations, ironing boards and irons. Between creative endeavors, guests can take leisurely walks on any of the property's walking trails or cook group meals in the large, spacious kitchen.
