Meadow Ridge Cottages::Area

Centrally located Meadow Ridge Cottages are within 15 miles of literally hundreds of shops and restaurants in Eau Claire, Chippewa Falls, Menomonie and the surrounding communities. Just 3 miles off of I-94, you'll have access to whatever you need for a great retreat!

The charming small town of Colfax is just 5 miles away, offering both great dining and quaint shopping. Groceries and other necessities can be found there.

There are several quilt shops, fabric stores and scrapbooking supply stores in the area. Each Cottage has a binder full of information on local places of interest.

Catering

A Little Slice of Italy in Colfax.
Just give Annie a call at (715)962-4444 for information. (We love the lasgana!)
Country Shoppe General Store Cafe in Colfax.
Please contact Kim Higbie at (715)962-4499 for information. We love the sandwiches!
Franzwa's Custom Catering. Loretta can make just about anything you would like. Contact: (715)962-2126 or email Loretta at Franzwa's, click here, or visit www.franzwas.com for more information.

Massage Therapists

Several area massage therapists will come to the Cottages.

"Massage by Michelle and Bridget"
Bridget and Michelle (a mother-daughter team) have over 10 years of experience in helping people improve their health and well-being through massage, aromatherapy. And reflexology. Please contact Bridget and Michelle at (715)246-9595 or massage4u@frontiernet.net for more information.

Craft Stores

There are several craft stores in the area.

Quilters may want to check out the following:

The Calico Shop in Eau Claire
The Cotton Club in Chippewa Falls
Yard Works in Fall Creek
Yellow Dog Knitting in Eau Claire

Scrapbooking stores in Eau Claire include:

Scrapbooking stores in Menomonie are:

Lifetime Memories
Scrapalicious

Other local resources:

Michaels, JoAnn Fabrics, Mill End Textiles, and Hancock Fabrics are all located in Eau Claire.

Contact Us:
Anita Norha
Scott Daniels
715-529-3344
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Area Attractions:

Hoffman Hills State Recreation Area Located within 5 miles of the Cottages, this beautiful area offers outstanding hiking and cross-country ski trails. A 60 foot observation tower offers spectacular views of the surrounding countryside, especially in the autumn. And it is free! (except skiing).
- Whitetail Golf Course is minutes north on Highway 40 and offers a beautiful 18-hole course. (715)962-3999.
- Pleasant Valley Tree Farms is just down the road from the Cottages and offers a wonderful gift store brimming with unique gifts for every season Sept-Dec. (715)879-5179.
- Red Cedar Tubing
  For those of you feeling adventurous or holding family reunions with kids along looking for something fun in the summer. They drop you off and pick you up! (651)491-6492.