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Country setting 2-3 miles from the River, Luther College and downtown Decorah

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Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Interior
Interior
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire condo

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly

Room options

1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

The Nest: Beautiful Apartment Style Lodging In The Heart Of Downtown Decorah.

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (140)
The Nest: Beautiful Apartment Style Lodging In The Heart Of Downtown Decorah.
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About the area

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Decorah, IA

What's nearby

  • Luther College - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Agora - 9 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Ice Cave Hill Park - 10 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Toppling Goliath Brewing Co. - 15 min drive - 14.4 km

Getting around

  • Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dixie's Biergarten - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Family Table Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Country setting 2-3 miles from the River, Luther College and downtown Decorah

The Garden View Suite offers 2000 square feet; an open floor plan for kitchen, living and dining; 3 very comfortable bedrooms; a tiled bathroom split into two rooms with the toilet and sink in one room and a deep soaking tub and sink in the other; free Wi-Fi and Satellite TV; a large patio with gas and charcoal barbeque grills and patio furniture overlooking the herb gardens. You will enjoy lots of natural light during the day and peaceful nights to for rest and renewal. This is an upstairs/downstairs duplex. We the owners live in the upstairs part of the duplex and are available if needed but give you total privacy otherwise.

We are located in a lovely rural setting while still being only 2-5 minutes from downtown Luther College and downtown Decorah. The accommodations are private, spacious, and very convenient to restaurants, activities, and sites. Ample parking is available. There are walking trails on the property and space for campfires.

Decorah is a thriving community with a wonderful mix of cultural opportunities including theatre, art galleries, biking / walking trails, parks, restaurants, organic foods, seasonal farmers market, education, and outdoor recreation including trout streams, canoeing, tubing, kayaking and fishing the Upper Iowa River.

Property manager

Barbara

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Dogs only. Quiet, etc.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Owners live on the same property.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Country Setting 2-3 Miles River Luther College Condo
Country Setting 2-3 Miles River Luther College Downtown Decorah
Country Setting 2-3 Miles River Luther College
Country Setting 2-3 Miles River Luther College Condo
Country Setting 2-3 Miles River Luther College Downtown Decorah
Country Setting 2-3 Miles River Luther College Condo
Country Setting 2-3 Miles River Luther College Downtown Decorah
Country Setting 2-3 Miles River Luther College

Frequently asked questions

Is Country setting 2-3 miles from the River, Luther College and downtown Decorah pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Country setting 2-3 miles from the River, Luther College and downtown Decorah?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Country setting 2-3 miles from the River, Luther College and downtown Decorah?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Country setting 2-3 miles from the River, Luther College and downtown Decorah located?

This family-friendly Decorah condo building is located in a rural location, 2.6 mi (4.3 km) from Luther College, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Amundsons Clothing and Agora. Dunnings Spring Park and Ice Cave Hill Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 153 out of 168 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 168 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 168 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 168 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 168 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Liked: Amenities
Wonderful place. Very clean, and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful reunion weekend!
Fantastic in every way!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S., Saint Louis, MO, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet respite in beautiful country setting
Stayed 3 nights, closer to end of color season. Beautiful views, beautiful bluffs overlooking Upoer Iowa River. Barbara and David were wonderful hosts. Only negative was not letting us know that HVAC system broke in the week or two before our stay.Fortunately, nights were cool, and days not so warm that fan and outside breezes could not keep us comfortable. I highly recommend this place for a quiet getaway from city life, with plenty of walking or hiking or other activities as desired.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob V.

Liked: Cleanliness
So nice we have stayed twice!
Love everything about this place, even after our second time there. Great location and close to fishing, hiking, biking, breweries, wonderful food and more. Our dog loved it too. Can’t wait for our third stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Perry F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Very clean and beautiful country setting
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent home. We very much enjoyed
The quality in the craftsmanship is above par! The windows and doors and floor trim were beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bobbie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
An amazing surprise
Our annual sisters getaway…..we had not stayed here before and there is always apprehension with a new place. First off the communication was great. Barbara responded quickly every time I reached out. The living area is wide open with large windows on two sides. The view is simply rolling green hills as far as the eye can see. Just beautiful. The kitchen was well stocked and we were able to make meals for the entire week with no problems. Our individual bedrooms were comfortable. My only hurdle was the high sided soaking tub. I have bad knees and it was a challenge but after a little negotiating everything worked. Honestly we would have liked a shower curtain for the tub as water did tend to splash. But the water was always hot with good pressure. The location is pretty country but also being close enough to town for shopping. We did a little exploring in the area as well. We really did enjoy our stay and we’re thinking this will be next years location as well!!!. Barbara and Dave are great hosts. They live upstairs but you would t know it. Great place!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tania D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Iowa
This couldn’t been a more perfect place for my visit to see my son his wife and my new grandchild! Property was spectacular, and I enjoyed getting away from the hustle and bustle of Washington DC! I hope to be back for future visits. The property was stunning, quiet, and the view on the Bluff.was peaceful! Barbara and David were responsive, gracious, and wonderful hosts!
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable
Very comfortable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morgan T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful stay
Wonderful location close to town. We have stayed here multiple times over the past years. It is so convenient to have a full kitchen and 3 bedrooms. Thank you for another great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim S., Mantorville, MN/USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous
This property is just as advertised. There are beautiful views and lots of windows to look out and enjoy all the wildlife. The hiking trails are nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wildlife Heaven
Beautiful property and home. Less than 10 minutes to anywhere I wanted to go, but off the highway making it very peaceful. The views are spectacular. Raise the living room blinds and watch the deer, birds and other wildlife from the windows. Open floor plan with large bedrooms. Plenty of everything you could need. Barbara and David are lovely people and their dog Sammy is so sweet.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Leslie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice getaway
A peaceful setting for a girls trip. Nice short distance from town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing stay at an awesome property
The property was excellent! I enjoyed watching the birds in the evening as the came and went to the feeders. It was so relaxing. I took evening walks and got to see more stars in the night skies than I see living in the city. I highly recommend this rental!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie G., Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Setting
We have stayed here many trips while visiting Decorah. The place has beautiful surroundings. Is clean, comfortable and very relaxing. We recommend this as great retreat and excellent place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Windemere
Beautiful accommodation in a gorgeous setting. Very clean and well managed place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location! Quiet and secluded let only a few minutes from Luther College and town! Immaculate, comfortable and roomy…great property!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise W., Rochester, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding again!
This charming three bedroom apartment is in a lovely setting with beautiful view. I have stayed here once before and I love being close to downtown while enjoying the beautiful grassy surroundings where I can walk my dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise W., Rochester, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
As great as I hoped!
Beautiful site with a well-appointed apartment. It was very easy to communicate with the host, and though someone was on site, we never saw them after the quick friendly “hello” when we checked in. It was very quiet, you can see the stars at night, and there was a variety of wildlife. A fully appointed kitchen rounded out the stay. I’ve already booked another stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable
This was a perfect location near Decorah and bedrooms/beds set up for a trip with my two sisters and mom. We enjoyed the comfortable living room to spend time together. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family place
Loved staying here when traveling to Luther for a sporting event
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

nicholas m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay
Very nice accommodations and well equipped. Beautiful location, looking forward to returning during the growing season.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barry k., Butternut

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient and quiet
We were only around for evenings but the accommodations were perfect. Very clean, quiet, modern. Located ideal for access to all areas surrounding Decorah.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an absolutely wonderful place to stay. I would stay here every time we come to Decorah!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place to stay!
The home is just outside of town but extremely easy to get to all of things Decorah has to offer while still being private and secluded with beautiful views of the sunrise every morning. We had everything we could need with ease to come and go as we needed and they were very generous to let us bring our dog with as well. Worth the stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023