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A mix of small-town, suburb and country
Vernon is a village in the southeast corner of Waukesha County, situated around the small town of Big Bend. "A big draw of the area is that it's country living, yet still close to the Milwaukee metropolitan area," says Realtor Mellody Giese with Shorewest Realty, who lives and works around Waukesha County. "There are great schools, a couple of nearby lakes, some wonderful churches — and it's the kind of place where neighbors care about one another." But, living out this far means that large shops and city amenities are a bit of a longer drive away.
These Vernon homes each have beach access.
Vernon has some beautiful scenery for residents to enjoy.
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Rustic lots and new construction
Homebuyers tend to move out to Vernon to have space to spread out. Midcentury cottages and rustic farmhouses usually come with more than an acre at price points from $400,000 to $600,000. A few luxury estates can cost around $1.2 million, including private roads and backyard pools. Closer into town, older homes from the late 1800s and early 1900s start around $200,000 and get up to $450,000 for classic mid-1900s split levels and ranch homes. Pockets of new construction have begun to crop up around the edges of town, and prices for those homes range from $500,000 to $700,000.
A row of spacious ranch lots in the town of vernon.
A lovely craftsman style home in the Town of Vernon.
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Small-town events and youth sports
The Floyd E. Swayze Memorial Center is run by the Vernon Big Bend Lions Club and hosts community events like the annual Chicken BBQ. "Oh my gosh, the Lions Club does so much," Giese enthuses. "It's very active in the community, but they also go all over the Milwaukee area to do hearing and visual testing for kids in schools, especially in lower-income areas." The Lions Club also offers scholarships to local high school seniors. Big Bend has seasonal celebrations like a Spring Carnival and a Fourth of July fireworks show. On the regular, there are movie nights and children's storytime at the village library or social open stitch events at local business Fox River Fibers. And the Village of Vernon hosts youth sports programs at the local parks.
Vernon residents can head to Big Bend for many community events throughought the year.
Vernon residents can head to Big Bend Village Park to catch a baseball game
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Public schools and private, faith-based options
Vernon is part of the Mukwonago Area School District, ranked among the top 10% of districts in the state. All kids in the district attend Park View Middle School, rated A-minus by Niche, and Mukwonago High School, rated B-plus. The high school is known for its computer science and medical professions academies. The area is zoned for Big Bend Elementary School, rated A-minus and walkable for kids who live in town. Many children instead attend private, faith-based schools at local churches, such as Christ Lutheran School or St. Joseph Catholic School. The schools serve grades kindergarten through eight and foster religious community building through regular events.
The Entry of Big Bend Elementary in Vernon
The entry of Christ Lutheran School in Vernon.
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From hunting to horseback riding
There's plenty of wide open space in Vernon, with nearby campgrounds and hunting opportunities. Golf enthusiasts frequent Morningstar Golfers Club or Edgewood Golf Course, and fishermen can head to Phantom Lake in Mukwonago. And there's boating and fishing all along the Fox River, too. Local farmers often have produce stands, and horse lovers can easily find a stable for their four-legged friends.
Vernon residents can head to Vernon Wildlife Area to do some pheasant hunting.
Vernon residents can launch their boat at the Big Bend Village Park boat landing.
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Fish fry and field-side dining
Vernon's dining and nightlife, made up of local restaurants and dive bars, is centered in Big Bend. Papa Stache Pub & Eatery is one of the area's late-night go-tos with closing times as late as 2:30 a.m. Bonfires and pond-side seating set the tone for this friendly establishment, which gets popular on Friday nights for its fish fry. Chubby's Café is a local breakfast staple, and the Supper Club-style Blue Heron has a Friday fish fry to rival Papa Stache. A bit further north, along I-43, Kelly's Bleachers is another local favorite, a combination restaurant, athletic field and live music venue. Softball fields and volleyball courts frequently host area sporting leagues, while the restaurant offers full service on the field-side patio.
Vernon residents can head to The Blue Heron for q delicious fish fry on Wednesday and Fridays.
Vernon residents can head to Kelly's Bleachers for live music.
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Driving to nearby amenities
There is very little shopping in Vernon, so locals usually make the 5-mile drive to Mukwonago to pick up essentials from Walmart and Aldi. Mukwonago is also home to The Elegant Farmer, which has fresh bakery items and produce, as well as a well-loved harvest festival. And for those commuting to work or looking for big-city entertainment, the heart of Milwaukee is 25 miles away along Interstate 43, a drive that can be 25 minutes or get up to an hour during rush hour. Amenities like large hospitals and a major airport are also 25 miles away in the city.
Vernon residents can head to Edgewood Golf Course with a friend.
Vernon residents can head to the Big Bend Library.
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