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The Barn House Lodge

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Dining
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Interior
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 6112 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

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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

A unique lodging experience. A barn turned home. The barn was built in the year 1900. We are located in downtown Spillville, IA. A unique Czechoslovakian town. This barn is part of once was a working farm before the town of Spillville was incorporated in 1920. This barn was once a home to cows, horses and I am sure some chickens. We have the resident "barn cat" Stormy patrolling the property. The living room and master bedroom is in what was once the hay loft. The kitchen is where they parked the tractor at night. The large private back yard was once a corn field. The Turkey River is just a short distance from the private back patio. Bring your kayaks or canoe and drop in right here. You may see deer helping themselves to the neighbors apple trees.

Spillville is a village founded by a German. This town grew into a refuge for Czechs. This small Czech village became a retreat for composer Antonin Dvorak.

Today Spillville is a small town in the northeast corner of Iowa nestled among the soft rolling hills of the Turkey River Valley. A dedicated community of families strive to preserve the rich history, heritage and Czech culture.

Property manager

Kevin and Christine

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

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

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.

Rules

Lodge must be tidy before departure, floors swept, beds stripped and towels in laundry basket.
Missing or broken items will be charged to renter
All furniture must be placed in original positions

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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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.
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Map
Spillville, IA

What's nearby

  • Bily Clocks Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Luther College - 24 min drive - 29.2 km
  • Dunnings Spring Park - 24 min drive - 27.8 km
  • Decorah Fish Hatchery - 24 min drive - 23.9 km
  • Toppling Goliath Brewing Co. - 29 min drive - 32.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fort - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪PIVO Brewery and Blepta Studios - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Horseshoe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪the Farr Side bar - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Barn House Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this 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

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

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

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

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

Megan

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

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

Liane S.

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

Pleasant Stay

My friends and I had such a pleasant stay at the barn. The hosts are super nice and helpful. The area is beautiful and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

AUDREY P.

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

Perfect for out of town wedding guests

We needed room for out if town guests and I was thrilled to find this within waking distance of the church. Beautiful unique property! Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth J.

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

The Barn

Great place to stay! We enjoyed our stay! It is close to alot activities ( hiking, fishing breweries, amish tours ,caves ,nice restaurants ,etc!) I would recommend this property to anyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

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

Deana C.

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

Weekend getaway

The house was great and what a lovely back yard. The only thing that would have made it even better is if you actually had an easy way to get into the river.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Jeff B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Check-in

away from home

quite, good time, a little out of the way, but worth it
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

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

charles h.

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

trout mania

excellent highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat T.

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

Fun weekend

Relaxing and enjoyable stay. Were there for a nearby festival. Easy to check in and out. Trout streams close by. Fished on way home. Beds soo comfortable! Will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ross B.

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

Charming Barn

Our family of 4 enjoyed our stay in this unique remodeled barn. The upstairs bedrooms were very comfortable, and the family room was quite spacious. Additionally, the back yard was beautiful. Christine was an excellent host and we had everything we needed. One piece of constructive feedback- the railing on the deck is not sufficient to prevent small children from falling, so we needed to keep a close eye.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Luann W.

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

Comfortable and spacious

Very enjoyable and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 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

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

jessica dawn b.

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

Awesome

Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

DANIELLE C.

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

Honeymoon

This is our 2nd stay! So amazing no complaints AT ALL. Perfect setting and so accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad E.

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

Summer trip

Great couple night stay place for the Decorah area. Hosts were very polite and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John T.

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

Fantastic weekend!

Great weekend with friendly hosts and a cozy converted barn. Just right!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

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

Rustic Iowa Charm

Perfect weekend getaway. Plenty of space and great family room to visit with friends. Beautiful land to enjoy watching the deer stroll through or warming up at the fire pit. Super friendly owners available to recommend places to see or answer any questions. Definitely will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022