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The Barn House Lodge

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Nestled in downtown Spillville, IA, this unique barn-turned-home offers a charming retreat. Explore the converted hay loft now housing the living room and master bedroom or unwind in the private backyard once a cornfield; Stormy, the resident 'barn cat', may just join you. With kayaks at your disposal on Turkey River nearby and deer often spotted near apple trees next door.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61201 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

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

The Barn House Lodge

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio
This smoke-free holiday home features laundry facilities and barbecues. The holiday home has 3 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking inside. Must clean up all butts outside

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Snowmobiling 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

  • Unit size: 1,201 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please make sure all windows are closed.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Parties assume all responsibility.

Events

No events allowed
Not allowed. And any Damage your responsibility

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside. Must clean up all butts outside

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: Not allowed. And any Damage your responsibility
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 recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

The Barn House Spillville
The Barn House Lodge Spillville
The Barn House Lodge Private vacation home
The Barn House Lodge Private vacation home Spillville

About the area

Located in Spillville, this holiday home is on a river. St Wenceslaus Catholic Church and Porter House Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Atkinson State Park and Decorah Bald Eagles. Decorah Fish Hatchery and Amundsons Clothing are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Spillville travel guide
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Spillville, IA

What's nearby

  • Entrance to the liberal arts university of Luther College in Decorah, Iowa
    Luther College
    19 min drive - 29.2 km
  • Beautiful park in the foothills surrounding Decorah. One of the notable features is this large waterfall that can be hiked on. #localgem
    Dunnings Spring Park
    19 min drive - 27.8 km
  • Bily Clocks Museum
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • St Wenceslaus Catholic Church
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Toppling Goliath Brewing Co.
    23 min drive - 33.1 km

Restaurants

  • PIVO Brewery and Blepta Studios
    8 min drive
  • The Fort
    10 min drive
  • The Horseshoe
    9 min drive
  • Wenzil Taylor Food & Brew
    6 min walk
  • The Bar
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Barn House Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Barn House Lodge?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Barn House Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Barn House Lodge?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Barn House Lodge located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of St Wenceslaus Catholic Church and Bily Clocks Museum. Fort Atkinson State Park and Prairie Farmer Recreational Trail are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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The Barn House Lodge Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
10/10! Great place, wonderful people, serene location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly W.

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

Great place to stay while visiting the Bily clock museum!

Would highly recommend this place to stay… was a very quiet and beautiful location!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
peaceful back yard relaxing area
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place was amazing! Lots of room for a family, close to Decorah, and the hosts are amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

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

Great property!

Perfect location for a girls weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W.

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

College Friends Get-together

The property was clean and comfortable! The back porch was a great place to hang out in the morning with our coffee and sit in the evening after our day of exploring in Decorah! We will most likely choose to stay here again as Decorah is a midpoint for the four of us. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Amenities
Excellent accomodations and friendly host. Fresh eggs were terrific!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

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

Rustic, chic, and wonderful!

Amenities a plenty. Cozy and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie M.

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

cousins camp out

Cozy, peaceful, beautifully relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gloria M.

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

Beautiful peaceful lication

The property was well maintained and comfortable. The grounds were spacious and provided a peaceful setting. We were there for graduation at Luther College and the trip into Decorah was less than 15 minutes. The chickens on the property were a bonus for the kids and Christine was very hospitable and easily available. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredibly charming! The hosts have done such a cute job decorating in a way that highlights this old barn. The back yard is stunning with a peaceful flowing river at the back. There was plenty of room for throwing around a football and playing cornhole. We were able to chat with both Kevin and Christine and found them each to be delightful. The farm fresh eggs in the fridge was a lovely surprise and oh so yummy. The location was perfect as it was just a hop, skip, and jump away from Luther College. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia R.

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

Spacious, quiet property

This was a cute, spacious property in a lovely setting. The host was very friendly and offered suggestions for actvities in the area The kitchen was well stocked with cooking and eating utensils
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal F.

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

Spillville

Spacious home with a unique history. Plenty of space to play outside with the kids. Hosts were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

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

Excellent!

This is a unique, historical property with a great vibe. Clean and comfortable, with many little extras provided, the hosts go out of their way to make sure you’re taken care of. The farm fresh eggs were a wonderful surprise! Excellent communication with owners and an overall great stay. Would definitely stay again when in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon P.

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

Quick trip and a road win against Luther College

This property is a gem. The location was perfect for our trip, as it's only 10 minutes to the campus and about 13 minutes into Decorah. The backyard is amazing - we watched as a bald eagle perched next to the stream. The interior is so unique and comfortable. Although we have NO reason to come back to this part of Iowa, we just might make another trip to stay in this barn home again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friendly hosts and very responsive!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint super cool place! Loved the history and use of space.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and clean! Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon P.

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

Great property

Would rent this beautiful property again. Owners are friendly and the property is great!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy D.

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

Nice property, comfortable stay

We enjoyed our stay at the barn. Plenty of room for our family of four.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super quiet, beautiful property. Spacious and comfortable. Close to activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were a group of 5 sisters on the NE IA Art Tour. Enjoyed our stay at the Barn House Lodge, it was perfect for us. Comfortable, nicely renovated, comfy beds, stocked kitchen, beautiful deck and backyard, special touches like farm fresh eggs, cute decor. We didn't want to leave the place, and we will definitely be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! The barn was just as described-very cute with “quirky” vibe. Very clean and great location! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

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

Fantastic property

From start to finish was fantastic. The host came and spoke to us and was lovely to talk to. Will absolutely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARTIN M.

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

quiet and comfortable

truly enjoyable stay
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024