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The Driftless Blue Villa | Hot Tub & Fireplace | Close to Downtown

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A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a staircase.
A dining table with a glass vase of dried cotton branches, a black furry placemat, and a window with blinds.
A two-story house with a blue exterior, a front porch with a wooden bench, and a small garden area with potted plants.
A cozy room with a bench, a towel rack, and a framed sign.
A hallway with a bench, a door leading outside, and a sign that says "RELAX AND UNWIND".

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Luther College

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Decorah, IA
  • Place, Luther College
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Dunnings Spring Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Toppling Goliath Brewing Co.
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Garden

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About the area

Decorah

Decorah is home to this holiday home. Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum and Porter House Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Locust School and Laura Ingalls Wilder Park and Museum. Amundsons Clothing and Agora are also worth visiting.
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Decorah, IA

What's nearby

  • Luther College - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Dunnings Spring Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Upper Iowa Speedway - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Toppling Goliath Brewing Co. - 10 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Ice Cave Hill Park - 12 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

  • Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dixie's Biergarten - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Family Table Decorah - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Impact Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Driftless Blue Villa | Hot Tub & Fireplace | Close to Downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Driftless Blue Villa | Hot Tub & Fireplace | Close to Downtown?

As of 7 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Driftless Blue Villa | Hot Tub & Fireplace | Close to Downtown on 8 March 2027 start from NZ$486, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Driftless Blue Villa | Hot Tub & Fireplace | Close to Downtown?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Driftless Blue Villa | Hot Tub & Fireplace | Close to Downtown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Driftless Blue Villa | Hot Tub & Fireplace | Close to Downtown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Driftless Blue Villa | Hot Tub & Fireplace | Close to Downtown located?

Situated in Decorah, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Luther College and within 3 miles (5 km) of Chattahoochie County Park and Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum. Porter House Museum and Amundsons Clothing are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a lovely place to spend a weekend getaway - clean, comfortable, and close to downtown while still feeling like we were able to unwind!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little house and the hot tub was nice. Would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent option when staying in Decorah! Will be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is exceptionally clean and perfectly located. It had everything I needed. The hosts were very responsive. Beautiful setting too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay! We’ll be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Helpful friendly hosts! We loved the house and the hot tub!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location in proximity to Luther and downtown. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend getaway

This little Villa was perfect and close to all the fun things to do in Decorah. I would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful and refreshing stay at the Blue Villa. Everything was so clean and we really appreciated all of the extras such as books a the hot tub. We hope to be back for our next trip to Decorah!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House and neighborhood were beautiful! Easy access to downtown without having to stay downtown was perfect! House was perfect for a small, adult weekend getaway. Communication and help from host was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Home

We had a great time staying here, and the space was wonderful. The weather didn’t allow us to take full advantage of the hot tub, but it was great when we could get in there. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Coziest cabin

From the moment we stepped into this adorable cabin, we were impressed. It is so cozy, very clean, and has everything you need for a relaxing stay! It’s very close to everything in Decorah, and we especially loved going to the pool, the Whippy Dip, Mabe’s, and biking on the trail. This was the perfect place to stay while visiting grandparents!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful

Beautiful place, cozy and relaxing. Would go back. Host were excellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

It was a wonderful two bedroom home. It was set up for a relaxing getaway. Hot tub was a nice treat with a seating area. Lay out of the home was very accommodating for two couples.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Getaway

Nice place to stay! I'd recommend removing metal plates from the cabinet so they aren't accidentally microwaved.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing!

Property was clean, adorable and full of amenities. Owner was responsive when questions were asked. Hot tub was amazing! Went with another couple, relaxing cozy space.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay for a fishing trip. Everything was great but we did have issues with getting hot water. Messaged host the night of but didn’t get a response until the next morning and weren’t able to have a hot shower. Everything else about the house was great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had 11 people to house at both houses which was very doable because of their close proximity. We also liked the access to town and country with the location. The game room was a great alternative when weather omitted outside trips. The Blue Villa's decor was very woodsy/homey; loved it's relaxed vibe. The Main house's AC had trouble keeping up but otherwise was fine. One thing to add would be a pancake griddle of some sort.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this property! From the moment we arrived, everything exceeded our expectations. The home was spotless, beautifully decorated, and exactly as described in the listing. The space was comfortable and well-stocked with everything we needed, making it feel like a true home away from home.The location was close to local attractions, restaurants, and shops, yet quiet and peaceful at night. We especially appreciated the thoughtful touches, clear instructions, and quick communication from the host. Check-in and check-out were seamless and stress-free.Whether you’re planning a relaxing getaway or a family trip, this place is a fantastic choice. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect place, centrally located, and lots to do in the Decorah area. The house had everything we needed, and it was very clean and comfortable. The hosts, Amy and Jackson, were very responsive, and check-in was effortless. I highly recommend this property. If you are adventurous, you can drive up to “Pikes Peak” State Park in McGregor, Iowa, with its breathtaking views of the Mississippi River. Or drive over to La Crosse, Wisconsin, for a paddle Boat ride on the Mississippi. There’s plenty to do in town, with a great variety of restaurants and shopping options.We are looking forward to returning in April.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Best of Iowa

Staying at the Driftless Blue Villa is by far the best way of experiencing life in Decorah. Conveniently located near all the local attractions, the Driftless Blue Villa is itself cozy, romantic, and beautifully laid out with a gentle Nordic touch. Every convenience and comfort is abundantly supplied. It’s such a safe and wondrous place that all manner of local birds flock to the backyard and are readily visible from the windows. Amy and Jackson are the best, most responsive hosts you could ever ask for. If you’re visiting Northeast Iowa, this is the place to say.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
More instructions including television, heating and air but enjoyed very much.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great and we had a wonderful time
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is in a good location, beautifully designed and decorated in every corner, but usable shelf space is scarce in bedrooms and bathrooms especially. Hot tub was a nice feature and great way to relax. We had an elderly family member along who has limited mobility, and the main level bedroom/bathroom was a good option for them, though the bathroom could use a grab bar or two for even more accessibility. Mattresses are on the softer side (memory foam), which we found pretty comfortable, though the upstairs bed frame was a bit wobbly and needed adjusting. Kitchen was mostly user-friendly, but we found the coffee maker to be fussy and slow to brew/drain properly. Overall, the home was a nice landing space for us during a busy weekend in town, on a quiet road with green space around it, and birds coming to the feeder.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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