The Perfect Gift | Historic Dodge House & Montello Theater

The Perfect Gift

An Unforgettable
Romantic Escape

The Historic Dodge House + Private Movie Theater Experience

A Weekend They’ll Never Forget

Romance, History, & Cinema

Imagine gifting your loved one a journey back to 1894-a romantic weekend where history comes alive and every moment feels like a scene from a classic film.

The Historic Dodge House offers an intimate Victorian retreat with modern luxuries, while The World-Famous Montello Theater (the former Dodge Opera House) sits just steps away, ready to become your private cinema for two.

This isn’t just a getaway-it’s a love story waiting to be written. The perfect gift for anniversaries, birthdays, or simply celebrating the one who makes your heart soar.

Historic Dodge House
Romantic couple at the Historic Dodge House

Your Own Private Theater

Historic Montello Theater exterior Inside the Montello Theater

Picture this: The lights dim. You and your beloved settle into comfortable modern theater seats. The projector whirs to life. But this isn’t just any movie nightthe entire historic Montello Theater is yours alone.

Choose your favorite film. Bring it on DVD or Blu-ray, or stream directly from Netflix, Disney+, or any service you love. Laugh together. Cry together. Fall in love all over again in a theater that’s been bringing joy to couples for over 130 years.

Private screenings available outside regular showtimes:
Any day except Friday 7pm, Saturday 7pm, and Sunday 1pm
Book your private screening when you reserve the Dodge House

Everything You Need

Victorian Charm Meets Modern Comfort

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Historic Victorian Home

Beautiful Victorian interior

Three beautifully appointed bedrooms in a meticulously preserved 1894 mansion. Original woodwork, period details, and timeless elegance.

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Private Theater Screening

Inside the historic Montello Theater

The entire Montello Theater, all to yourselves. Your movie, your moment, your memories in a venue where romance has flourished for generations.

Waterfall Morning Views

Beautiful granite quarry waterfalls view

Wake to coffee and the sight of cascading granite quarry waterfalls directly across the street. Pure Wisconsin beauty from your front window.

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Full Commercial Kitchen

Fully equipped commercial kitchen

Cook a romantic dinner together in a fully equipped kitchen, or stroll downtown to charming local restaurants and taverns.

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Modern Amenities

Comfortable modern amenities

Large flat-screen TV, high-speed WiFi, contemporary bathrooms, and all the comforts of home-without sacrificing historic authenticity.

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Walkable Downtown

Charming downtown Montello

Explore Montello’s charming main street, discover local shops, enjoy waterfront parks, and soak in small-town Wisconsin hospitality.

A Glimpse Inside

Victorian Elegance Awaits

Inside the historic Montello Theater
Historic interior detail
Elegant bedroom
Period furnishings
Cozy living space
Victorian details
Charming room
Historic architecture
Beautiful spaces
Victorian elegance

Your Perfect Weekend

A Sample Romantic Itinerary

Friday

Arrival & Settle In

Your beautiful bedroom awaits

Arrive in the afternoon and explore your Victorian retreat. Unpack in your beautifully appointed bedroom. As evening falls, walk hand-in-hand to a local restaurant for dinner, then return for a nightcap on the historic front porch.

Saturday

Your Private Cinema

Your private theater awaits

Wake to the sound of waterfalls and enjoy coffee with a view. Spend the day exploring Montello’s charm-antique shops, riverside parks, local cafés. Then step next door for your private screening. The theater is yours!

Sunday

Breakfast & Memories

Morning relaxation

Sleep in. Make breakfast together in your commercial kitchen. Relax in the parlor with a book. Take photos on the Victorian porch. Depart with hearts full and a story you’ll tell for years to come.

“Some gifts are wrapped in paper. The best ones are wrapped in memories.”

Give the Gift of Time Together

Ready to Create Magic?

Book your romantic escape today. Give them a gift they’ll treasure forever-a weekend where history, cinema, and love intertwine in the most beautiful way.

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