$299,900
E2299 Mellem RdDe Soto, WI 54624
Homes, condos and townhomes · MLS 12027087 · Listed 16 days ago (Oct 14, 2026)
22 mi straight line to Mt. La Crosse (local ski area) · Ski access details
For sale: On the market and available to show.
About this property
Enjoy this private SW Wisconsin getaway with 5 acres near De Soto featuring a fully furnished 1,200 sq. ft. log cabin, 1 bedroom, 1.5 bathrooms, a 20x20 garage, and a large deck overlooking the rolling bluffside landscape. The property offers a great mix of open meadow and mature hardwoods, with well, septic, electricity, and appliances already in place. Just 10 minutes from the Mississippi River for fishing and boating and 5 minutes from Rush Creek Wildlife Area for hunting and hiking. Conveniently located near Lansing, IA, and La Crosse, WI, this is a ready-to-enjoy cabin property with plenty of privacy and outdoor recreation nearby.
Description provided by the listing brokerage.
Ski access and nearby skiing
Why this listing is on Where2Ski: Measured distance to a ski area. It sits within 25 straight-line miles of an operating ski area's mapped entrance or base.
| Ski area | Type | Straight-line distance | Measured to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mt. La CrosseWI · homes near it | Local ski area | 22 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
| Great River Bluffs State Park Cross-Country Ski TrailsMN · homes near it | Public cross-country trails | 38 mi | Trailhead areaBase area (mapped point) |
| Whitetail Ridge Ski AreaWI · homes near it | Local ski area | 46 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
| Root River State Trail Cross-Country Ski TrailsMN · homes near it | Public cross-country trails | 47 mi | Trailhead areaBase area (mapped point) |
Straight-line miles to each ski area's base or entrance, measured Oct 30, 2026, 8:17 PM UTC. Winter drives can take longer.
Ski access claims
The listing doesn't describe ski-in, ski-out, a short walk or a shuttle. The agent can tell you how owners get to the slopes.
Ski access is as described by the listing brokerage. Confirm trail access, easements and any pass or membership with Jeremy Smith of 4 Rivers Realty.
How listings qualify · Report a wrong distance or ski-access claim
Facts
- List price
- $299,900
- Status
- For sale
- Property type
- House
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Full baths
- 1
- Half baths
- 1
- Interior area
- 1,200 sq ft
- Lot size
- 5 acres
- County
- Vernon County
- MLS number
- 12027087
Facts are provided by the listing brokerage.
Features
Appliances
- Washer
- Range
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Dryer
Basement
- Finished
Construction
- Log Siding
Location
Pin placed from the listing's coordinates, which can be approximate. See more listings in De Soto.
Price and status history
Changes seen in MyStateMLS data since Oct 29, 2026. Sold prices are not published.
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Estimated monthly payment
$1,854 per month
An estimate for comparison only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, PMI and fees depend on your lender, credit, location and loan program.
Questions to ask before you buy
Good questions for any home near the slopes.
- How is the property reached in winter, and who plows the road and driveway?A short straight-line distance can still mean a long or seasonal drive. Private roads, gates and mountain passes all shape winter access.
- Is there documented ski access from the property (trail, easement, lift), and does it transfer to a buyer?Rights to cross neighboring land or use a lift come from recorded easements and agreements, so a ski-in or ski-out description is where the question starts.
- Are there association, resort or club fees, and what do they cover?Some ski-area communities charge fees that cover only certain amenities, so ask what lift tickets, passes and services are included.
- Are there rules on renting the home short-term or long-term?Local ordinances, association covenants and deed restrictions all set rental rules, and they differ from place to place.
- What do heating, snow removal, winterization and utilities cost over a season?Ownership costs in snow country often run higher than the mortgage estimate suggests.
- For land: is there legal year-round access, and what utilities, septic and building rules apply?Seasonal roads and steep lots can limit what can be built and when it can be reached.
Printable due-diligence checklist · Ski home ownership budget
Guides and next steps
Listing courtesy of 4 Rivers Realty. Listing agent: Jeremy Smith. Listings provided by MyStateMLS.
Listing updated Oct 15, 2026, 3:37 PM UTC, MyStateMLS data received Oct 30, 2026, 8:12 PM UTC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.