Cottages At Serenity Lake
N8999 COUNTY ROAD E, Black River Falls, WI 54615 · Jackson County
Establishment
- Type
- Lodging (Tourist Rooming House - 2 - 4 TRH)
- Inspected by
- Jackson County Public Health
- License / ID
- HSAT-7QWC2W
- Status
- Permitted
- Phone
- (800) 997-9575
- Official record
- Jackson County Public Health inspection reports
Year by year
| Year | Inspections | Violations | Serious |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 6 | 2 |
| 2025 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 2024 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
Inspections
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Jun 17, 2026 Follow Up · 3 non-critical
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Serious
Critical
Backflow prevention devices, where required
A backflow or back siphonage prevention device is not installed on [describe plumbing item] where the potential for contamination of the potable water supply exists.
Correction: Install an [ASSE 1011/ASSE 1052]-[threaded hose connection compliant backflow or back siphonage prevention device onoutdoor spigot on both cabins.
Code ATCP 72.16(4)(b)
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
Bunk beds - 2.5' spacing between top bed and ceiling
A free space of less than 2.5 feet was observed above the mattress of the upper bunk bed [describe location].
Correction: Provide a free space of at least 2.5 feet above the mattress of the upper bunk bed on all bunks in the Tall Pines Cabin
Code ATCP 72.18(3)(d)3.
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Not serious
Non-critical
Nonabsorbent mattress cover or mattress surface
The mattress in [describe location] is not provided with a nonabsorbent mattress protector that covers the entire sleeping surface.
Correction: Provide a nonabsorbent mattress protector that covers the entire sleeping surface or have an easily cleanable nonabsorbent mattress surface.
Code ATCP 72.20(8)(d)
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Serious
Critical
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May 6, 2026 Routine · 3 non-critical
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Serious
Critical
Backflow prevention devices, where required
A backflow or back siphonage prevention device is not installed on [describe plumbing item] where the potential for contamination of the potable water supply exists.
Correction: Install an [ASSE 1011/ASSE 1052]-[threaded hose connection compliant backflow or back siphonage prevention device onoutdoor spigot on both cabins.
Code ATCP 72.16(4)(b)
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
Bunk beds - 2.5' spacing between top bed and ceiling
A free space of less than 2.5 feet was observed above the mattress of the upper bunk bed [describe location].
Correction: Provide a free space of at least 2.5 feet above the mattress of the upper bunk bed on all bunks in the Tall Pines Cabin
Code ATCP 72.18(3)(d)3.
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Not serious
Non-critical
Nonabsorbent mattress cover or mattress surface
The mattress in [describe location] is not provided with a nonabsorbent mattress protector that covers the entire sleeping surface.
Correction: Provide a nonabsorbent mattress protector that covers the entire sleeping surface or have an easily cleanable nonabsorbent mattress surface.
Code ATCP 72.20(8)(d)
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Serious
Critical
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May 6, 2025 Routine · 3 non-critical, 1 repeat
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Not serious
Non-critical
CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS - IMPROPERLY LOCATED
Carbon monoxide detector is improperly located by attached garage entrance door.
Correction: Provide carbon monoxide detectors in required locations.
Code [B] ATCP 72.145 (3)
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
SHEET SIZE AND FOLD-BACK
Sheets did not fit the bed. Foldback over the blanket was insufficient.
Correction: Provide sheets that completely cover the bed and provide required foldback. Foldback must be at least 12 inches.
Code [E] ATCP 72.11 (5)
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Not serious
Non-critical
FIRE EXTINGUISHERS - MAINTAINED
Extinguishers are observed without sufficient pressure or look like they have been activated.
Correction: Replace or have professionally refilled and pressure tested. Annual pressure testing required with record maintained.
Code [M] ATCP 72.14 (1)
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Not serious
Non-critical
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Mar 18, 2024 Routine · 5 non-critical
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Not serious
Non-critical
GARBAGE AND REFUSE - CONTAINERS
Garbage containers are not covered in Pheasant Cottage.
Correction: Provide approved and intact garbage storage containers.
Code [A] ATCP 72.10 (8) (a)
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Not serious
Non-critical
CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS - REQUIREMENT
A carbon monoxide detector is not provided outside of attached garage in Tall Pines.
Correction: Provide carbon monoxide detectors in all required locations.
Code [A] ATCP 72.145 (3)
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Not serious
Non-critical
Corrected on site
CLEANLINESS OF LINENS - DIRTY
Comforter in Bears Den not clean. Comforter removed.
Correction: Linens must be changed between different guests and at least once per week. Provide clean linen in identified rooms before new occupancy.
Code [B] ATCP 72.11 (5)
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Not serious
Non-critical
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Tub in Tall Pines bathroom does not have a non-slip bottom.
Correction: Maintained establishment in a manner conducive to the health, comfort and safety of its guests.
Code [C] ATCP 72.15 (1)
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Not serious
Non-critical
SHEET SIZE AND FOLD-BACK
Foldback over the blanket was insufficient. Foldback must be at least 12 inches.
Correction: Provide sheets that completely cover the bed and provide required foldback. Foldback must be at least 12 inches.
Code [E] ATCP 72.11 (5)
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Not serious
Non-critical
Source: Jackson County Public Health. History last read Oct 5, 2026. Violation text is the inspector's wording. “Serious” is the source's own top tier. About this data.