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

Family-friendly condo with fitness centre and Hot tub

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Nestled in a rural setting near Luther College and downtown Decorah, The Garden View Suite offers a serene retreat. With 2000 square feet of space, unwind in the open-plan kitchen and living area or relax on the large patio overlooking the herb gardens with gas and charcoal barbeque grills.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 82000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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 a charcoal barbeque grill (supply your own charcoal), portable fire pit (supply your own fire wood), 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 5 minutes from 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 amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot 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
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 12 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • 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

  • Gym
  • 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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
If you had a dog inside, vacuum all dog hair before departure.
If you moved furniture, move all indoor and outdoor furniture back to their original locations before departure.,
If you used outdoor fireplace or grill, put them back in their original locations and put ashes in the metal ash bucket.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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

Events

No events allowed
Owners live on the same property.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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.
Long-term renters welcome
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

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
Decorah, IA

What's nearby

  • Lowell's Bridge - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Malanaphy Springs State Preserve - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Chattahoochie County Park - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Luther College - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Dunnings Spring Park - 6 min drive - 6.1 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 Decorah - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬6 min drive

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). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Country setting 2-3 miles from the River, Luther College and downtown Decorah?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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, within a 15-minute walk of Sollien Wildlife Management Area and Lowell's Bridge. Chattahoochie County Park and Malanaphy Springs State Preserve are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 172 out of 192 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 192 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 192 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 192 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 192 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing space in a beautiful location!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

CeToya S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a wonderful place to stay—very clean, comfortable, and conveniently located near the college and stores. I truly enjoyed my stay and will definitely book again when I visit in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a beautiful property in the country that's within minutes of Decorah.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine Deanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning view, especially with the sun coming up in the morning. Hosts were very welcoming. We enjoyed staying there, accommodations were very comfortable and met our needs!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Place to Stay in Decorah

We stay here every time we visit Decorah. Lovely place to stay with amazing outdoor space
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and quiet!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and restful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property surrounded by natural beauty
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very relaxing

Absolutely beautiful property and very quiet. Our dog Charlie felt very much at home. The hosts are very nice and accommodating. We will stay again when in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful lower level with 3 bedrooms and one bathroom suite. Not handicap accessible. Beds very comfortable, very clean. Lovely views.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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

BARBARA F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view

We were in town for a family gathering and while we didn’t spend much time there, it was a beautiful setting to come home to at night. Appreciated that we could have our dog along with us. The hostess was very prompt with responses. While we didn’t cook while we were there, the kitchen seemed well appointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nina

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

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice place

Would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family place

Loved staying here when traveling to Luther for a sporting event
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deena

Liked: Amenities
Beautiful location!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall a fine place to stay, although a bit more cluttered inside than the last visit. The main issue we had was the same as last time - they did not pick up after their dog, which markedly lowered the enjoyment of the yard.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

nicholas m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Great quiet place to stay just outside of town. Great hosts. We’d stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Donna L.

Clean quiet stay

We really enjoyed staying here. It's so peaceful and the country side is so beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Carla L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lots of space

We enjoyed our stay. Access for our Mother was a bit difficult. The extra fees seemed excessive and added the equivalent of an extra day cost to our 2 night stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful retreat

We love this place! When ever we plan a kayaking trip, this is the place we want to stay at.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful reunion weekend!

Fantastic in every way!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morgan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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