Agriculture
Getting connected to the land and its bounty is a wonderful way of life in Gays Mills. Mushroom foraging, excellent fishing, and abundant apple crops await you in the Apple Capital of Wisconsin. Enterprising farmers marketing delicious and healthful fresh foods, and a variety of game available for the hunt beckon the visitor and make life in these Ocooch Mountains of the Driftless Region a unique place to experience.
The Drifltess Brewing Company, a micro brewery drawing from the pristine waters found in the the Knapps Creek watershed, produces tasty, artisinal brews.
The Kickapoo Culinary Center is available to support enterprising food artists and producers intent on creating great food available year around.
Commercial
Gays Mills developed a number of Commercial Lots in an area called North Mills after the significant flood events of 2007 & 2008. These commercial lots have water and sewer accessibility and infrastructure for other utilities.
Explore the Concept Plan for the North Mills lots below. Areas in dark red are the commercial lots available in North Mills.
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Residential
A number of housing options are available in Gays Mills. The developments including Apple Valley and North Mills contain residential improved lots ready for your construction dreams.
Applewood Valley
Applewood Valley, west of Hwy 131 on the north end of town, has a variety of available home sites that include connections to water and sewer. View the layout of these residential lots in the file below. Contact the Village of Gays Mills at +1 (608) 735-4341 for more information.
North Mills
North Mills is a residential district ready for your home building concept. A variety of residential lots ranging in size from 72′ -120′ to 80′ – 146′ are available. These lots have water, sewer, gas and electric services available to them for the purchase price of $5,086. Flood Recovery lot prices are $4,087. Build your dreams in our Village where the pace is slow and the views are refreshing. Contact the Village of Gays Mills at +1 (608) 735-4341 for more information.
Townhomes
Townhomes are available to rent. Contact Couleecap for information about availability and income requirements.
Apartments
Apartments are available for rent within the village limits. Specialized housing for seniors and those with disabilities is also available.
Kickapoo Culinary Center
The Kickapoo Culinary Center is a food business incubator, providing clients with affordable access – by the hour – to a world class kitchen in addition to coaching and counseling on business formation and development.
Hours of Operation
Reservations are made through the Village Clerk’s office by emailing dmccann@gaysmills.org or by phone at +1 (608) 735-4341.
Location
16381 State Hwy 131, Gays Mills, WI 54631
Mercantile Center
A variety of retail spaces of different sizes are available at the Mercantile Center in Gays Mills. Great lighting and views with separate heating and cooling for each unit make this an attractive and affordable option for small businesses. Please see below for more information.
#102 Living Property Services LLC
#107 Little Boxes Vintage
#108 Ginger Snaps Vintage
#109 Driftless One Chiropractic
#111 Driftless Designs
#113 Independent Newspaper
#114 Connect Communities/Driftless Made
#115 VACANT 1,192 sf Rent $5,162 per year
#116 Living Property Services LLC
#118 tHAIRapy by Jordon
#119 VACANT 1,956 sf Rent $8,470 per year
#122 Gays Mills Food Pantry
#126 Appleland Community Closet
