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Buena Vista Park & Danzinger Vineyards & Winery near Sparta, Wisconsin

May 16, 2013 – 9:48 pm

Buena Vista Park & Danzinger Vineyards & Winery near Sparta, Wisconsin. When you come to Southwest Wisconsin the Hidden Valleys area, there is something wonderful to see and do at this time of the year. Our guests have told us about Buena Vista Park in Alma, Wisconsin. They came to go “Birding” and at this time of the year the birds are spectacular. It is a small park with a big view of the Mississippi River for several miles to the north and the south. The raptor migration along this area of the river is amazing in the Spring you can see Red-trailed Hawks, Peregrine Falcons and Broad-winged Hawks. The wood area have a lot of songbirds including Baltimore Orioles, Scarlet Tanagers, Great-crested Flycatchers and Red-bellied Woodpeckers. 608-685-6234.

When you are done Birding you can go visit a wonderful Winery, “The Danzinger Vineyards & Winery“. Stop in to enjoy our free wine tasting at the only winery with a bluff top view of the mighty Mississippi one mile east of Alma on county road E. 608-685-6000 for more information.
Then when you are done drive to Sparta, Wisconsin and stay with us at the beautiful Franklin Victorian Bed & Breakfast 608-366-1427

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Relax and Be Pampered, Cura Salon – Sparta, WI

May 4, 2013 – 10:11 pm

Cura Salon in Sparta, WI will make you feel relaxed and we all need to be pampered.
Do you have an over worked body, tight shoulders, aching arms and hands? The service of massage although once looked to as a service only for the well to do, has now become a very necessity. It brings relaxation to quiet one’s mind, but also the awareness of the abuse and repletion that we put our bodies through in our day to day obligations. Regular maintenance of this service and or reflexology would keep many people from future major health issues and possible surgeries, such as carpal tunnel. Muscle tightness does not allow for proper blood flow as well as energy flow, when this is restricted it leads to other issues.
Pain is one of the ways the body try’s to communicate with us, but many ignore the symptoms and choose to numb the message with the use of drugs and other pain relievers.

The skin is the largest organ of the body, and keeping it clean and exfoliated helps with the passing of toxins and also useful nutrients to pass in and out. Body wraps and facials are a great service to support this action. They are a wonderful and relaxing way to honor and care for the wonderful body we have been giving. Facials keep your skin glowing, and help one to look years younger and feel the best!

I am the innkeeper of the Franklin Victorian Bed & Breakfast and I go to Cura Salon for my services. I look forward to seeing them and their beautiful setting. I feel relaxed and welcome as soon as I get there. They are professional and feel they look forward to serving me and making me feel special l when I GO RELAX. Can’t Cura Salon when you are coming to stay with us for your next day of pampering Phone: (608) 487-9510.

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Southwest Wisconsin Wine Trail and Sparta, Wisconsin

March 31, 2013 – 11:07 pm

Today the Sun is shining, the birds are singing and the snow is melting in Southwest Wisconsin. There is hope that this summer will make memories for you all as you travel to the Southwest part of Wisconsin and visit the many places to see and many things to do.

We hope are you are making your plans to adventure to Southwest Wisconsin you visit the making wine tasting adventures through some of the most beautiful areas of hilly Southwestern Wisconsin. You will fine grape wines, many made from grapes grown by the winery, fruit wines and mead (wine made from honey). These wines range from dry to sweet and we know you will find a wine for your palates. Check out our Wisconsin Wine Page on our website for many to visit as you travel….And of course you can purchase some Wisconsin Cheese Too!!

Spurgeon Vineyards & Winery
Whispering Winds Winery
Bauer-Kearns Winery
Sinnippe Valley Vineyard & Winery2013 Calendar of Events – We have maps available at the B&B

The Great Wine & Chocolate Trail – Memorial Day weekend, May 25 & 26
The Wine & Cheese Sampler Trail – June 15 & 16
A Way COOL Wine Trail – July 13 & 14
The Wurst-Wine Trail EVER, August 17 & 18
All events run for 2 days for your enjoyment and convenience and tickets will need to be purchased and any of the listed winery.

We know that you will be coming on your adventure and “Let Us Take Care of You” it will be our pleasure. We will let you relax at our bed and breakfast here in Sparta, WI and you will have a wonderful time at our Award-Winning Bed & Breakfast.

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Customer Service and Biking in Sparta, WI

March 7, 2013 – 8:30 am

Hello to our past, current and future bed and breakfast guests. We know how smart you all are and that you expect the best. Our industry, you expect high standards and high standards in customer service. We want you to know that we promise that high level of service and we keep our promise – for all our past, current and future bed and breakfast guests. We understand the importance of social media, so you are able to find us in Facebook, Twitter, Google+ and the most recent Pinterest. We have spent a lot of time to provide top-notch service to all. We know you have high expectations and we want to make sure we do too. Come and stay with us!

With spring just a few days away, we hope you are starting to think about where your next Staycation will be and that you find us in Sparta, WI. The bicycling capital of the world and home to the famous Sparta-Elroy Bike trail. We have many stories about the bike trail and how 100’s of our guests have ridden the beautiful trail. We provide a shuttle service to the other end of the trail so you are able to ride the whole trail and then back to the B&B. This trail can be biked no matter how many miles you would like to ride. You can always keep going on connecting trail also. So, dust off your bike or rent a bike from a local bike shop and come experience great customer service, relax and get your exercise all in one place.
See you soon!

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La Crosse, Wisconsin BIKE SWAP

January 27, 2013 – 8:49 pm

La Crosse, Wisconsin BIKE SWAP
Thousands of new and used bikes, parts, tools, accessories and clothing for sale at pennies on the dollar.

Saturday, February 23rd, 10am – 2pm
Logan Middle School
1450 Avon Street, La Crosse, Wisconsin

More information 608-317-2825
or visit WisconsinBikeFed.org

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Spend Valentine’s Day in Sparta, Wisconsin

January 20, 2013 – 10:26 pm

Valentine’s Day Special

Here at the Franklin Victorian Bed & Breakfast February is the month of Love! We are offering to include free a snack plate of area cheese and crackers, local bologna slices and sparkling water. Before you leave home bring your favorite bottle of wine to go with it and enjoy “Winter Cuddling Time” and quiet conversation with each other. There are always homemade cookies, morning coffee and a full hot breakfast served.

Offer good 2/08/13 – 2/17/13

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Winter Extravaganza at Whitetail Ridge Ski Area -Sparta, Wisconsin

January 5, 2013 – 10:21 pm

The annual Winter Extravaganze at Whitetail Ridge Ski Area will be held Saturday, Jan. 26, located by Fort McCoy.

Scheduled activities include slalom races, snowboard rail jam, snow adventure race, snow-pile dig, big air, gunny sack race, and an obstacle course. The event is open to the public.

For more information, call 608-388-3517/4498

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Skiing, X-Country Skiing and Snow Tubing in Wisconsin Now Open!

December 30, 2012 – 1:10 am

Come to Sparta, Wisconsin – WE HAVE THE SNOW for some of the Best Skiing, X-country Skiing, Snow Tubing and Snow shoeing around. Fort McCoy’s Whitetail Ridge Ski Area is now open and will offer expanded Saturday hours. Regular Friday hours will be 4:30-9pm. Saturday hours will begin at 10 a.m. and run to 9 p.m. Sunday hours are noon-6 p.m.

Skiers and snowboarders will have access to slopes ranging from beginning levels to those with a vertical drop of more than 185 feet and up to 1,300 feet in length.
Snowtubers will have five 800-foot-long tubing lanes to enjoy.
Cross-Country skiing trails also are available if natural snow conditions permit.
Come, relax and warm yourselves in the chalet, get snacks at the snack bar and rent equipment if you need. A warming area and bonfire pit at the bottom of the skiing/snowtubing slopes also are available. The National Ski Patrol will provide safety support for the facility. Skiing and snowboarding lessons also will be available. Activities available and current pricing is available at the website www.mccoymwr.com. For more information call 608-388-4498/3517.

This area is 5 miles from the Franklin Victorian Bed and Breakfast where you can stay overnight and ski or tube by day. We would love for you to stay with us and keep warm and sip on hot-coco when you return from a full fun day outdoors.

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Canadian Pacific Holiday Train coming to Sparta, Wisconsin

December 7, 2012 – 8:59 pm

The Canadian Pacific Holiday Train is coming to Sparta, WI. It will arrive at 7pm on Sunday December 9th, 2012. Location will be at the Sparta Area Chamber on South Water and Milwaukee ST, South Side of the tracks. Bring a food good for the local food pantries. Come and listening to the entertainment and sing along with everyone! What a great time and Fun will be by all.

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Grow Local, Buy Local in Sparta, Wisconsin

November 10, 2012 – 10:01 pm

We support and enjoy that Sparta, Wisconsin has businesses that “Grow Local and Buy Local”. At the Franklin Victorian Bed & Breakfast we love to shop and send our guests to this business. We will highlight one business in the post. “Northwood Country Market“. One of many Unique Stores in the Area. Northwood Country Market is Owned & Operated by the Kilmer Family, Since 2001.

Large selection of Organic and Gluten Free Foods
Over 30 Kinds of Cheese, you can purchase sliced or chunked
Large selection of Deli Meats, Cut to your specifications
They are known for their choice beef and other fresh meats

Bulk foods galore! Candy, nuts, snacks, dried fruit, spices, Pastas and More!
In many seasons they offer locally grown produce, seasonal fruits by the case.

Please make sure to add this business to your plans when visiting our area.

Located-
1003 W. Wisconsin ST
Sparta, WI 54656
608-269-9005
Open Monday thru Sat. , closed Sunday

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