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
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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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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.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Parties assume all responsibility.
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
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 Bald Eagles - 25 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 - 9 min drive
Whiskey Grove - 9 min drive
The Bar - 9 min drive
Train Station - 9 min drive
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
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10/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10
Would highly recommend this place to stay… was a very quiet and beautiful location!
Shelly W.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10
Perfect location for a girls weekend!
Michelle K.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10
This place was amazing! Lots of room for a family, close to Decorah, and the hosts are amazing!
Jennifer
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10
Amenities a plenty. Cozy and quiet.
Deborah B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10
Cozy, peaceful, beautifully relaxing
Marie M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10
Excellent accomodations and friendly host. Fresh eggs were terrific!
Megan
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10
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.
Liane S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10
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.
AUDREY P.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10
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!
Kenneth J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10
Spacious home with a unique history. Plenty of space to play outside with the kids. Hosts were very friendly and helpful.
Crystal F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10
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
Patricia R.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
8/10
quite, good time, a little out of the way, but worth it
Jeff B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10
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.
Deana C.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
10/10
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.
Melissa R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10
excellent highly recommend
charles h.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10
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.
Pat T.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
10/10
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.
Ross B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10
Very enjoyable and relaxing.
Luann W.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10
truly enjoyable stay
MARTIN M.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10
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.
Brandon P.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10
Great place
jessica dawn b.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10
This is our 2nd stay! So amazing no complaints AT ALL. Perfect setting and so accommodating.
DANIELLE C.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
10/10
Great couple night stay place for the Decorah area. Hosts were very polite and accommodating.
Brad E.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10
Great weekend with friendly hosts and a cozy converted barn. Just right!
John T.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
10/10
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.