10/10 Excellent
Beth T.
29 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beth T.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Apartment
Butterfly Park Retreat #1 - Centrally located to Decorah's Top Attractions!
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 665.0 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Decorah, IA
- Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum14 min walk
- Dunnings Spring Park16 min walk
- Luther College5 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Butterfly Park Retreat #1 - Centrally located to Decorah's Top Attractions!
Welcome to the quaint community of Decorah. This getaway is located steps from the local attractions including the Butterfly Park, Pulpit Rock Brewery, Landing Market, Whippy Dip, and Vesterheim Museum to name a few. The property is located near the Upper Iowa River ideal for fly fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and tubing. The Trout Run Trail is a picturesque path passing along dikes and abandoned rail beds ideal for biking, walking, and running.
Description of space:
The master bedroom includes a king bed. The second bedroom includes a queen bed. The living room includes a queen pull out sofa. Open kitchen concept is fully stocked with dishes, cookware, utensils, oils, Keurig coffee and tea. Washer and dryer located outside the unit and available for use during your stay. Additional amenities include Wi-Fi, hair dryer, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, iron, and ironing board. A Pack'n Play available upon request.
Guest access - a key code will be provided prior to check-in
Description of space:
The master bedroom includes a king bed. The second bedroom includes a queen bed. The living room includes a queen pull out sofa. Open kitchen concept is fully stocked with dishes, cookware, utensils, oils, Keurig coffee and tea. Washer and dryer located outside the unit and available for use during your stay. Additional amenities include Wi-Fi, hair dryer, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, iron, and ironing board. A Pack'n Play available upon request.
Guest access - a key code will be provided prior to check-in
Property manager
Pam
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Decorah
Located in Decorah, this apartment is on a river. Porter House Museum and Locust School are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Amundsons Clothing and Agora. Decorah Fish Hatchery and Seed Savers Exchange Heritage Farm are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Decorah, IA
What's nearby
- Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Dunnings Spring Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Luther College - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
- Decorah Fish Hatchery - 9 min drive - 5.3 km
- Toppling Goliath Brewing Co. - 10 min drive - 9.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Casey's General Store - 7 min drive
- Dixie's Biergarten - 12 min walk
- McDonald's - 4 min drive
- Family Table Restaurant - 3 min drive
- Culver's - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.6/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Tim J.
6 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family reunion in Decorah
Tim J.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ian F.
15 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful weekend
Ian F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Susan R.
31 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Happy Stay
Susan R.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cassie W.
2 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
Cassie W.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Daniel B.
25 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and comfy
Daniel B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Carly Q.
30 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick Decorah getaway
Carly Q.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Melanie V.
23 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Updated and cozy
Melanie V.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Marc A C.
24 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Marc A C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lori G.
18 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Nice place
Lori G.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lisa P.
6 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Mom/Daughters Trip
Lisa P.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rachel H.
24 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
Rachel H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amy B.
25 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute, clean apartment
Amy B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
April F.
26 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
1st Ever experience made perfect
April F.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ian L.
28 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Ian L.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Larry E.
16 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another stay at Butterfly Park
Larry E.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Daniel M.
29 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient, comfortable
Daniel M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michelle C.
19 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Don't usually write reviews but,
Michelle C.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kristi
2 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Kristi
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Cozy N., Guthrie Center, Iowa. USA
17 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Welcoming Touch
Cozy N.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
About the host
Hosted by Pam
My husband and I were born and raised in northeast Iowa and have raised our family in Decorah. Decorah has a strong Norwegian heritage with Nordic Fest being an annual event. Our youngest son is a Nordic Dancer. Every 5 years tryouts are held to form the junior group. The kids who are selected are in the program for 10 years. Nordic Dancers perform at various event throughout the summer with the final 5 performances during Nordic Fest. The family photo was taken after his last performance in which he was both exhausted and relieved that he was finished for the year. Our son has close family support with everyone making the trek back home to enjoy the festivities and support their younger brother.
Why they chose this property
We are the owners of 12 buildings- 92 rental units in Decorah. We believe our experience with rental properties and a cleaning crew make vacation rentals a natural fit. We have additional adjacent units available allowing larger groups to book in close proximity to one another.
What makes this property unique
We have turned 1of the 12 buildings primarily into vacation rentals. The units are recently remodeled and are centrally located to the Butterfly Park/Prairie Garden, bike trails, Luther College, Downtown, Parks, and local breweries.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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