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Beautiful Large Loft on Historic Water Street in Downtown Decorah

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A living room with a pool table, a dining table, and a kitchen area. - Beautiful Large Loft on Historic Water Street in Downtown Decorah (Decorah)
A narrow hallway with a carpet, a mirror, and a radiator. - Beautiful Large Loft on Historic Water Street in Downtown Decorah (Decorah)
A staircase with wooden steps and a wall with a framed picture. - Beautiful Large Loft on Historic Water Street in Downtown Decorah (Decorah)
A neatly made bed with a red and white patterned bedspread, a brown pillow, and a decorative pillow with a cat design. There is a wooden nightstand with a lamp and a bookshelf with books. Two paintings are hung on the wall above the bed. - Beautiful Large Loft on Historic Water Street in Downtown Decorah (Decorah)
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Beautiful Large Loft on Historic Water Street in Downtown Decorah provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Mountain view

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About this property

Beautiful Large Loft on Historic Water Street in Downtown Decorah

  • No cleaning Fee! Welcome to The Decorah Loft – a spacious two-bedroom, two-bath apartment with over 1,600 square feet of comfort. Located between the historic Hotel Winneshiek and Mabes Pizza, you'll be just steps from Decorah's top restaurants, museums, and shops. Unique to Main Street: Each bedroom has its own private full bath; perfect for two adult couples wanting their own bath. The full kitchen opens to a large living area, complete with a 7-foot pool table and sectional couch. Longstanding vacation rental with lots of repeating guests. The Loft’s two-car attached garage is a favorite of Luther Parents visiting in the winter and offers secure storage for vehicles, bikes, kayaks, or fishing gear. Keywords: LOFT, APARTMENT, UNIT, DOWNTOWN, STORAGE, GARAGE, STEPS,

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max 2 spaces)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming 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

  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

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Hotel Winneshiek
Downtown Decorah
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 942 reviews
The price is HK$1,247
HK$1,397 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 23

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
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

About the area

Downtown Decorah, a neighbourhood in Decorah, is home to this apartment. Silvercrest Golf Club and Toppling Goliath Brewing Co. are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ice Cave Hill Park and Decorah Bald Eagles. Agora and Amundsons Clothing are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging. Visit our Decorah travel guide
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Decorah, IA

What's nearby

  • A wooden signpost with 'Vesterheim Museum' written on it, in front of a brick building with a sign reading 'Museum Entrance'.
    Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A campus with a curved road, stone monument, flags, and a red brick building.
    Luther College
    18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • A cascading waterfall surrounded by moss-covered rocks and dense forest.
    Dunnings Spring Park
    3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Agora
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Upper Iowa Speedway
    13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Dixie's Biergarten
    15 min walk
  • Family Table Decorah
    16 min walk
  • Casey's General Store
    4 min drive
  • Impact Coffee
    1 min walk
  • Culver's
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Large Loft on Historic Water Street in Downtown Decorah pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beautiful Large Loft on Historic Water Street in Downtown Decorah?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Large Loft on Historic Water Street in Downtown Decorah?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Large Loft on Historic Water Street in Downtown Decorah?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Beautiful Large Loft on Historic Water Street in Downtown Decorah located?

Located in Downtown Decorah, this apartment building is steps away from Agora and Amundsons Clothing. Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum and Porter House Museum are also within 10 minutes.

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Beautiful Large Loft on Historic Water Street in Downtown Decorah Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 90 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 90 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great property! Loft was exactly as advertised. Great location! It had everything we needed for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay and perfect location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great property in a great location. I’m not much of a review writer but want to express how much we enjoyed our stay in this well cared for rental. The description is very accurate and likely undersells the quality and comfort of the space, book with confidence!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Relaxing getaway

A very homey location near all downtown activities!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Met some friends for the weekend and enjoyed staying here. Clean, cozy, and had all the conveniences of home. Perfect location to walk the town. I would definitely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time! The place was comfortable and convenient. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location in Decorah

Lots of character, good space for cooking and gathering, top notch location and logistics including private parking space.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a wonderful VRBO. Location is perfect. The layout is ideal for couples to share. Restaurants and shopping are just minutes away. It is quiet.We are in our 70s and the stairs to the 2nd floor are not a problem. Nor are the few stairs to the bedroom area. We enjoyed that seperation so early risers didn’t bother anyone. Decor is clever. A wall of books was a fun surprise. We have already booked it for another stay in 3 months. Highly recommend.
How cute is this? We claimed this room because of it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place. Loved the location. The space is large and inviting. Plenty of room for the 4 of us. The kitchen is well stocked and the bedrooms are comfortable. Easy walking to several restaurants and local shops. We came to fish for trout, stayed a week. Centrally located to good trout streams and a visit to the seed savers exchange is a must. Lots of good hiking trails as well. We plan to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very communicative. Apt was clean and location was great.Had a little problem with being woken up at 6:30 a.m. by someone sanding the floor next door. Hosts generously compensated us. Also, drain in one of the bathroom sinks would not drain properly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Charming, comfortable and great location

We stayed at this property with another couple and it was perfect. Plenty of space to hang out, cook and play pool together, but we each had our own bedroom and full bath. Decorah is charming! We enjoyed walking the trail along the river, and exploring the local shops and restaurants. The Loft is in the perfect location and we could walk everywhere. Great weekend getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. Access to downtown is easy and convenient. Plenty of room for the four of us. Communication was great. Used the garage for our car and was also able to charge our EV as well. The ability to charge was a great surprise. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Finding a Nicer Place Would Be a “Lofty” Goal

This place was great! Very spacious, with bedrooms well-removed from the living area. The location right on Water St is pretty much as good as it gets. Our 2.5 year old had a great time running around, reading the kids books and playing with Legos and cards. Ample A/C to keep it comfortable in hot weather. The smoke detector started beeping at 5am one morning and I was super stoked when I found a step stool, screwdriver, and spare battery to replace it without any trouble - love a place that is well stocked. We had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Archival

8/10 Good

Perfect, would return

We were booked for two adult couples, but due to a death in the family there were only two of us able to make the trip. The property would have been perfect for the four of us, but the two of us enjoyed it all the same! Great floor plan, everything we needed was there. The only thing that would make this property better is if it had a balcony, but that just isn't part of the layout here. Would definitely stay here again if we return to Decorah.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay and the loft was even bigger than we expected. It was great to be right downtown close to so many things we could walk to. We all enjoyed playing pool!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place. Perfect location. Absolutely beautiful loft. Great air conditioning. Very clean. Having a private garage is a really nice added feature. We will definitely stay here again when in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fall Visit to Decorah

No complaints. This worked well as a hub from which to visit Decorah and surroundings (e.g., the Driftless Center, Pike's Peak Park, Dunning's Spring, the Fish Hatchery, the Norwegian Museum, Spillville and the Bily Museum, etc.) Local restaurants & the Food Co-op were good as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Loft

Couldn’t ask for a better location in Decorah. You’re in the center of all the action downtown. Very walkable to Luther and other touristy spots like Dunning Springs.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Homecoming gathering.

Very clean, well stocked, great gathering spaces. Regulating the temperature was a challenge.I would stay there again. We could not locate the book with guidelines and directions and how to use the place.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful space

Nicely decorated and comfy. Good beds. Each bedroom has a bathroom off of it. Right downtown so close to restaurants and shops . Sept. 2021 some restaurants are closed Monday and Tuesday.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love this place!

This was our second stay at the loft and I would definitely reserve it again if/when we return to Decorah. Everything is as stated on the VRBO sight. Location is perfect and the pool table is a bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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

Trendy loft in heart of Downtown

Very accurate listing, everything was just as we expected it! Private garage was a great bonus on a rainy morning packing up. I loved the decor, so many quirky and fun pieces. Kitchen was fully stocked with all the basic utensils. The bedrooms were very quiet, allowing those who went to bed early to not be bothered by those in the living room. Location was amazing, right in the heart of such diverse downtown district. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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

The Loft - Perfect Decorah Stay

This property exceeded our expectations! It is an excellent location right in town, the garage was great for our bikes, we could walk or ride anywhere we wanted to go (Trout Run Trail, museums, the local food coop, ice cream, beer! Restaurants, shops, etc)…the furnishings are so comfy and high quality, the decor is thoughtful and charming, Leah is very responsive and easy to work with if you have questions. Very private and quiet, even tho it’s in town. There were just two of us, but the property had two lovely bedrooms, good beds, high quality linens and towels, a great living area and well- appointed kitchen, washer and dryer, and it was cool and comfy on our July vacation. It would be good for any fun getaway with friends or family. I just can’t say enough, we’ll return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021