You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
1836 Rustic Barn Retreat | Bar & Game Room |Tennis Court |FirePit |Swim Spa |Lake
Black Walnut Farm is a converted 1836 post-and-beam constructed barn that has been transformed into a rustic retreat that takes you back in time. It's a ten minute walk to Geneva Lake and Abbey Resort, but it feels like you are tucked away in your own personal oasis. It features a bar and game room and a tennis court for your enjoyment. The 14-seat "team" table and room for 26 can easily host your next group get-together or family event. Sunsets and stars from the back deck are fantastic, and s'mores will be had at the fire pit! Feel as though you are back in time while enjoying all of the modern amenities of a beautifully kept property and luxuriously outfitted home. The Black Walnut farm is magic and we look forward to accommodating your stay.
***NEW FOR 2025: Starting May 1st 2025, this property now has a swim spa (hot tub) for guest use!***
*If you have any pet/allergy or environmental concerns, please contact us before booking. Hot tub is locked off and not included for guest use
** Please note after your reservation is confirmed through VRBO we will send an electronic version of our guest rental agreement via e-mail**
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of Geneva Lake. Enjoy features like a hot tub and laundry facilities. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a jetted tub in the vacation home.
Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 5.5 bathrooms
Free WiFi
Amenities include laundry facilities
12 minutes by foot from Big Foot Golf Range and a 2-minute drive from Geneva Lake
This vacation home offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.
Property manager
Geneva Lakes Vacations
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
9 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
5.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
In a village
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)
Fire extinguisher
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
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
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
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1836 Rustic Barn Retreat | Bar & Game Room |Tennis Court |FirePit |Swim Spa |Lake Reviews
Reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Michael M.
19 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay!
Everything as described! Loved the experience
Michael M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Susan E.
15 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
great family house
We loved the area. The house was great, and we had lots of room to spread out for different activities. We enjoyed tennis & pickle ball every day.
Susan E.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Susan E.
5 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Horton Clan
Very comfortable with lots of areas to spread out. The tennis court/pickle ball court saw plenty of action. Fire pit was awesome. And, Lake Geneva was beautiful and great fun for the kids and teens.
Susan E.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Susan R., Chicago, IL
9 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Family Vacation
Everyone in our group thoroughly enjoyed Black Walnut Farm. The layout was good for our group that included 10 kids (9 months to 7 yrs) some of whom needed rooms away from the fray for napping and or early bedtime. Kids could sleep and parents were able to play games and enjoy gathering spaces without worrying about waking sleeping babies. The kids loved the grounds from exploring the frogs by the shed and playing soccer and games on the grass. The adults and kids enjoyed the tennis courts for pickle ball. Lots to do in the area. The beach is walkable for older kids, however sidewalks not always available so we often drove with the little ones. We really enjoyed our stay, and explored a lot of the Lake Geneva area.
Susan R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
4/10 Poor
Madylon M.
18 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
House Renovation Incomplete
The property is beautiful but house needs additional renovation. There are large cracks in the pavement on the tennis court, uneven, challenging back staircase from the MBR to lower level, no AC in the MBR, and access to some bedrooms is through other bedrooms.
Madylon M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Darin E.
17 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
This was a great property. We had 10 adults and 10 kids ages 3-18. This property had plenty of space for us to all sleep with lots of room for games indoors and activities outdoors. The pool table and tennis/pickle ball court were favorites.
Darin E.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jolyn S.
19 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay at a wonderful villa!
We had a wonderful stay at this property! It was even bigger than we thought it was when we arrived, giving all 14 of us ample space throughout the weekend. The big dining table was a highlight and we really enjoyed being able to sit around the table together.
Jolyn S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kathie S., Hopewell, NJ
11 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic Farm Property
The home and the setting were wonderful. While none of us are tennis players we used the tennis court every day and had a wonderful time. Very close to the town and lake. Highly recommend
Kathie S.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jeremy K.
12 Jun 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great for a big group!
The house was such a unique and comfortable place to stay! The home is tucked away in a quiet area but just a brief walk to the lake and restaurants/bars. The bedroom set up is perfect for large groups or families with young kids. The large dining table and multiple gathering areas made entertaining so easy. Our group especially enjoyed many games of pickle ball and cornhole in the beautiful private backyard!
Jeremy K.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Marty O., Chesterfield, MO
31 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent facility
Exactly as advertised in that it accommodated our large family and the location was terrific.