In the heart of Decorah, The Stonewall Cottage offers a charming retreat with plenty of space to unwind. This newly renovated home features a relaxing sitting room, private TV room, and a well-equipped kitchen perfect for cooking up your favorite meals. Enjoy the three-season porch leading to the private backyard or take advantage of nearby attractions like Phelps Park and Ice Cave.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6125 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
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.
Location! Walk to Everything
Newly renovated and fully furnished home located a stone's throw from everything unique in Decorah. We invite you to enjoy our 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home that offers space for everyone to relax. The first floor has a relaxing sitting room with a large picture window, a living area that comfortably seats 5 people, separate dining room, private tv room and a kitchen that would make any chef smile offering a new gas range. Well equipped kitchen with serviceware for 12+, Keurig, Calphalon pots and pans, toaster, coffeemaker, blender, microwave and full bar set up. A washer and dryer are available on the first floor. The second floor offers two bedrooms with new memory foam beds (queen and king), luxurious sheets and walk in closets, with a full bathroom just steps away. There is an extra room that can accommodate the queen size air mattress or be used as an office or game room. Enjoy the three season porch off of the kitchen that leads to the private backyard. Plenty of off street parking available. For the active traveler the 11 mile Trout Run Trail is 2 blocks from our home with canoeing and kayak rentals less than a mile away. Enjoy a daily walk or run through the tree-lined historic streets leading to Phelps Park or explore Ice Cave or Dunning Springs. Some say the Upper Iowa river is one of the best for fly fishing. For the traveler looking to relax there are several amazing shops to casually stroll though within a few blocks. If you are looking for history, arts or culture The Vesterheim Museum is less than a block from our home. Luther College offers the Fine Arts Collection and The Porter Museum are both less than a mile from our home. If you are looking for amazing food and beverage experiences - Decorah has a lot to offer. Two unique craft breweries offering seasonal beers (Pulpit Rock and Toppling Goliath), traditional hot spots like Mabe's Pizza and The Whippy Dip, enjoy fine dining and delicious wine offerings at Rubaiyat. Tour the Historic Hotel Winneshiek and dine at Restauration. Start your morning with a nitro coffee at Impact Coffee or a local blend at Java John's or Magpie. In addition catch your favorite sports game and draft beer at T-Bock's Sports Bar or try Koreana for Japanese Cuisine. For the best bloody mary in town - visit Hay Market located 4 blocks from our home. If organic and farm to table is what you are looking for - the Oneota Coop is 3 blocks away. If you happen to be there on a Wednesday or Saturday, don't miss the farmer's market! Whatever you are looking for, The Stonewall Cottage is in the perfect location.
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car not required
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Computer monitor
Desk
Desk chair
Office
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Meal delivery service
Location highlights
In the city center
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
On a river
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Bicycles
Golf
Kayak
Snow sports gear
Tennis
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rafting nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks 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
Deadbolt lock
General
Bicycles
Garden
Property does not allow children
Unit size: 1,350 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Rules
No access to basement
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children
Note from host: We do not furnish baby supplies/items
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 not required for transportation to and from this property
Frequently asked questions
Is Location! Walk to Everything pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Location! Walk to Everything?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Location! Walk to Everything?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Location! Walk to Everything located?
This family-friendly Decorah vacation home is located on a river, within a 5-minute walk of Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum and Porter House Museum. Amundsons Clothing and Agora are also within 10 minutes.
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Reviews
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All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers 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.
Wonderful house to gather family for an easy celebration. Enjoyed the roomie kitchen, back porch and patio, spacious rooms and a little extra time together. Thank you!
Anna R.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nona M.
17 October 2018
Clean, roomy and great location
We stayed here with 2 couples, which was perfect since there are 2 full bathrooms. Plenty of room, great location 1 block from Water St and super easy working with Jackie on reservation, access to the house and timely refund. Would definitely stay here again!
My sister and I met here to celebrate her birthday, and we didn't want for anything during our stay. We took advantage of the nice weather and walked around town, stopping for a few outdoor meals and drinks over the weekend, but mostly stayed 'home' and utilized the kitchen to make sangria, homemade pizza and breakfast. The beds were comfy and we were able to catch up just like the old days.
This lovely cottage is perfectly located in a residential area only one block away from Decorah’s beautiful downtown. Our group of four adults was able to take advantage of walking to nice restaurants, coffee shops, and Pulpit Rock Brewing to name a few destinations. The home I has been tastefully decorated and the bedrooms are comfortable. The bedrooms are both upstairs with one bathroom up and one on the main level. Definitely a place I would recommend to others.
Our impression was favorable. The location for central Decorah could not be better. The house is very old, but nicely appointed. Wish there was a dish washer in the house. Perfect for 4 people. Since we are frequent visitors to Decorah, I am sure we would use this house again.
We had a lovely stay in Decorah. Property was as pictured and street parking readily available. We did a lot of walking due to close proximity to so many places. The neighborhood is quiet and pleasant.
The only thing we would've liked that we didn't have was patio furniture in the back yard to have an outdoor space to hang out in. The third "bedroom" has a shared open closet with the master bedroom,. If you are looking for a fully private third room that isn't available.
Will consider in the future for 4 adults!
You can walk the trails or go downtown the house is in a great location. House has been updated and has more room than you would think. Very cute place.
We loved the Stonewall Cottage. Things we really loved: general house lay out, communication with the owner and LOCATION! Our most enjoyable part was sitting on the porch taking in the quietness of Decorah!
This house was a perfect fit for our family get-together and visit my son at Luther! Super cute house, great kitchen and so fun being a block from downtown. We are definitely going to book here again!
Stonewall Cottage was an absolutely perfect fit for our group of four! The house is in a perfect location and you can walk around the neighborhood and down to Water St. where all the shops and businesses are! The house had everything that we needed, was very clean, and check in and check out process was seamless. I would strongly recommend to property to anybody!
A unique home that is well decorated and comfortable and very clean. The house is old with lots of character and nicely refurbished. The creaky steps add to the character. Nicely located to the coffee shop and other downtown shops.
Two friends and I finally got to a point in life where we had time for Midwest exploration. I'd always want to see more of Decorah. This house is in a great location to walk to town for shopping and dining. It's also not far from hiking trails. It was wonderful to be outdoors all day and have a charming place to come back to for a home cooked meal. The kitchen is well-equipped, there is plenty of room for more than one cook. The bathroom's were also roomy and clean with decent water pressure in the showers. Like another reviewer stated, there is more space than appears in the VRBO photos. We all loved staying here!
We had such a great time at this house! It was bigger than I thought it would be based on the photos; we had a group of four adults and we were very comfortable. Jackie was great and checked in with me to see if I needed anything and was very responsive whenever I messaged her. I can’t wait to go back!
We loved this house. Very clean, lovely home, full of little details. Jackie makes sure you have everything you need. Close (walking distance) to restaurants, brewery, museum, bike trail, etc.
We’ll be back.
This home was quaint, well located, and very clean. The owner communicated before, during, and after our stay which was much appreciated. I would highly recommend this property for your next visit to Decorah.
Lovely, comfortable stay for spouse, 2 grown sons and me. Everything we needed to cook Thanksgiving dinner and host a couple family members from Decorah/the area. Loved it and looking forward to another stay at Stonewall Cottage
the house is just like the pictures - quaint, warm and has everything you'll need for a very comfortable stay! Jackie is very accommodating and easy to work with! One of the best! Would recommend this cottage to anyone.
Elizabeth Z.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Susan K.
4 May 2018
Location and Charm!
This property is absolutely adorable, renovated beautifully while keeping the character of the older home. Jackie has decorated it impeccably and made it a comfortable place to call home base on vacation. We only stayed two nights, but longer visits would be so easy. Storage everywhere, fantastic beds, a sun porch with chairs you could take out to the back yard, EVERY kitchen item you could think of. What a great place, and did I say location? One block away is the start of Decorah's main downtown. The area is historic and lovely to take in while enjoying endless shops, cafes, restaurants etc. We will definitely be back!