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Farmhouse Within City Limits & Close to Luther College

Catch a Luther game or explore downtown from your farmhouse retreat. Enjoy quiet mornings on the back porch and afternoons socializing with friends.

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, books, offices
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Farmhouse Within City Limits & Close to Luther College

Enjoy a stay in one of the original farmhouses within Decorah city limits. Located by Luther College, it's a great starting point to explore downtown Decorah, catch a Luther College game, bike the trout run trail, check out the world-renowned Seed Savers, do a craft beer tour (centrally located between Toppling Goliath, Pulpit Rock and Pivo Brewing) or just have quiet weekend getaway. You get the entire 2,100 Sq.Ft. in town farmhouse which has room for up to 8 guests.

The space
Sit on the back porch with your morning coffee overlooking the woods and move to the front porch in the afternoon with a glass of wine or favorite local craft beer and enjoy catching up with friends or spending time watching the world go by....

Property manager

Mattine Gallentine

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Swimming nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
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
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Farm House Within City Limits & Close to Luther College Decorah

About the neighborhood

Map
Decorah, IA

What's nearby

  • Luther College - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Dunnings Spring Park - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Upper Iowa Speedway - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Toppling Goliath Brewing Co. - 11 min drive - 9.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dixie's Biergarten - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Family Table Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Farmhouse Within City Limits & Close to Luther College pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Farmhouse Within City Limits & Close to Luther College?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Farmhouse Within City Limits & Close to Luther College?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Farmhouse Within City Limits & Close to Luther College located?

Situated in Decorah, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Chattahoochie County Park, Silvercrest Golf Club, and Luther College. Dunnings Spring Park and Sollien Wildlife Management Area are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Farmhouse Within City Limits & Close to Luther College Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Stay
The house was perfect for our stay. Extremely clean and homey. It’s in a very quiet area, which I really liked. If the house is available, I’ll definitely be back the next time I’m in Decorah.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beautiful farmhouse
The house was just right for a sisters' weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for a Decorah escape
We very much enjoyed our time in Decorah and staying at this beautiful property. A perfect place to come home to after a day of kayaking, biking and golfing.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great peaceful location
Wonderful home. It has easy access to everything. You couldn't ask for a better place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judith S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Decorah Farmhouse
Many great amenities provided, we had a great stay. Communication with host was easy with quick responses.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cody R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place close to Luther
Loved the house and communication with the owner. No complaints and plan to stay again in the future when visiting our son at Luther.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elgene B., Henry IL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
comfortable elegance
We stayed here as part of a large family reunion. It was easy to get to and very nicely decorated. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bev S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family celebrations
Mattine responded quickly to our questions. The home was lovely and the perfect spot for our family to gather. The location was very convenient for all activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Camille H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Guests for Nordic Feat.
Cute farm house. Perfect for our group coming to town for Nordic Fest!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful turn of the century
Well maintained, spacious, nice area and close to downtown Decorah. We loved our stay here and would rent here again. Thanks for allowing us to experience this home
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Decorah Delight!
Great yard space for the kids to play, location very convenient, and lots of space to spread out inside. There is a "nearly free" EV charging station within walking distance of the house which was very convenient! Enjoyed our stay and great communication with the owners.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

derrik g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Studio Tour Gathering
pefect for our group. would stay again. Much more affordable way to stay in Decorah with a group during special weekends in Decorah when hotel rates are inflated.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary S., ORRS ISLAND, Maine

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sisters' Getaway
We were three sisters and a cousin on a short visit with family and to connect with our heritage at Vesterheim. The house is clean, fresh, and very spacious. Hardwood floors are beautiful and the kitchen is huge and well laid out. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would love to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregg R., Saint Paul, Minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Artist Studio Tour
Was a great location to start out daily drives to artists' studios and a wonderful place to land after the day was done. Close to downtown Decorah. Recommend taking time to visit Vesterheim - The National Norwegian-American Museum and dining at Rubaiyat. We think you will enjoy both.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family reunion
We were with family most of the weekend but the house was just perfect for us and close to our family’s farm, but the beds were comfortable and bathrooms clean and lots of hot water! The manager was very helpful and responsive! Thank you for contributing to a wonderful family weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Reunited with friends
Its hard to find a good place for 2 families of 4! But this checked all of the boxes! Plenty of room for us all. Kitchen space was plenty amd thr fire pit was great! We hiked and enjoyed the area breweries. Kids loved the hatchery!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley T., Atlanta, GA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot for family!
We were visiting friends for a wedding and needed a place that would fit all 6 of us for several days. The property is beautiful... A historic home that has been kept up well, with added modern amenities (a second bathroom, etc.). The neighborhood is quiet and is close to the downtown area. We loved it and really enjoyed our stay and the owners were just lovely - checked in multiple times and left us a little note and some cookies upon arrival. Thank you so much for hosting our family!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great for weekend getaway
Great location, very clean. Listed as sleeping 8, but in reality beds were a problem -footboards on 2 of them proved difficult for regular sized adults and the bunk beds are suitable for children only. Suggest putting queens in the 3 BR that do not have them.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Connie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
October 2023 Sister Get-Away
This was perfect for us sisters to gather and stay in one place to be able to share stories, laugh, gather around the fire pit and just relax!!! This property was close to everything downtown and walking/hiking trails. Showers were amazing and had a lot of pressure. The only downside for us, was not having curtains/blinds on all the windows downstairs; the grass was pretty long but a minor issue. Overall we really enjoyed our stay and definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mom's favorite VRBO!
We loved this home. It had such a nice blend of original details as well as updated features. My 82 year old mother called this "her favorite place" to stay. We have rented many VRBO homes, and were so excited to stay at this over 100 year old home on top of a hill in Decorah IA. Last year was a tough year, not being able to see family for so many months. This was a bright spot, something to plan and look forward to for all of us. Mattine was very fast in responding, check in was so easy. Instructions were clear and short (no 4 pages on this one). The home was spotless. This is a lot of house and we all fit very comfortably. There was even a little sitting area for reading, or just relaxing. The internet was very fast, easy to connect to, and the TV was so simple to operate (this for a family that just learned about YouTube). We found a community thrift store in town, and several Amish homes within 25 miles (candy and bakery!) We also made our way to Prairie du Chien for delicious steaks and salad bar at Angus Supper Club. We would for sure stay here again as soon as we have an opportunity. Thank you Mattine.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Susan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Decorah
The property was as described. Love the porch swing. The home was clean and host was responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun friends getaway
Very comfortable house. Lots of space for eight people. Great dinner at Rubaiyats, canoeing, and fire and s’mores.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Teresa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice vintage house!
Sleeps 4 -5 adults comfortably. Beautiful grounds, beautiful old house! Kitchen is fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

don G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot..great outdoor area
The best vrbo yet...even scored a mug and cookies!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Welcoming, peaceful, delightful farm house!
We had an enjoyable private midweek visit staying in a beautiful well kept old home & community.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024