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Beautiful Large Loft on Historic Water Street in Downtown Decorah

Apartment perfectly located for exploring Downtown Decorah

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Game room
Smart TV, DVD player, books, stereo
Interior
Interior
Combined shower/tub, eco-friendly toiletries, towels, soap

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Decorah, IA
  • Place, Agora
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Porter House Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Decorah

Downtown Decorah stay.With a stay at this Downtown Decorah apartment, you'll be steps from Agora and Amundsons Clothing. Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum and Porter House Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Agora - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Porter House Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Upper Iowa Speedway - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Dunnings Spring Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dixie's Biergarten - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Family Table Decorah - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Beautiful Large Loft on Historic Water Street in Downtown Decorah

No cleaning Fee! Welcome to The Decorah Loft – a spacious two-bedroom, two-bath apartment with over 1,600 square feet of comfort. Located between the historic Hotel Winneshiek and Mabes Pizza, you'll be just steps from Decorah's top restaurants, museums, and shops. Unique to Main Street: Each bedroom has its own private full bath; perfect for two adult couples wanting their own bath. The full kitchen opens to a large living area, complete with a 7-foot pool table and sectional couch. Longstanding vacation rental with lots of repeating guests. The Loft’s two-car attached garage is a favorite of Luther Parents visiting in the winter and offers secure storage for vehicles, bikes, kayaks, or fishing gear. Keywords: LOFT, APARTMENT, UNIT, DOWNTOWN, STORAGE, GARAGE, STEPS,

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Front of property - evening/night
Hotel Winneshiek
Downtown Decorah
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
4.7 out of 5, Exceptional, 897 reviews
$139 nightly
The price is $156
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Winneshiek

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 2 spaces)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing 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

  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events 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
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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Beautiful Large Loft on Historic Water Street in Downtown Decorah to the airport?

This apartment is 77.8 mi (88-min drive) away from the Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Beautiful Large Loft on Historic Water Street in Downtown Decorah have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

Does Beautiful Large Loft on Historic Water Street in Downtown Decorah offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Beautiful Large Loft on Historic Water Street in Downtown Decorah?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Large Loft on Historic Water Street in Downtown Decorah?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Beautiful Large Loft on Historic Water Street in Downtown Decorah?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Beautiful Large Loft on Historic Water Street in Downtown Decorah have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Beautiful Large Loft on Historic Water Street in Downtown Decorah have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Beautiful Large Loft on Historic Water Street in Downtown Decorah to downtown Decorah?

This apartment is 0.1 mi away from Decorah.

Beautiful Large Loft on Historic Water Street in Downtown Decorah Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 80 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

C S., Cedar Rapids, Iowa, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a great property in a great location. I’m not much of a review writer but want to express how much we enjoyed our stay in this well cared for rental. The description is very accurate and likely undersells the quality and comfort of the space, book with confidence!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay and perfect location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn L.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a wonderful VRBO. Location is perfect. The layout is ideal for couples to share. Restaurants and shopping are just minutes away. It is quiet.We are in our 70s and the stairs to the 2nd floor are not a problem. Nor are the few stairs to the bedroom area. We enjoyed that seperation so early risers didn’t bother anyone. Decor is clever. A wall of books was a fun surprise. We have already booked it for another stay in 3 months. Highly recommend.
How cute is this? We claimed this room because of it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Josh U., Ely

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

Heather A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Host was very communicative. Apt was clean and location was great.Had a little problem with being woken up at 6:30 a.m. by someone sanding the floor next door. Hosts generously compensated us. Also, drain in one of the bathroom sinks would not drain properly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

John C.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place. Loved the location. The space is large and inviting. Plenty of room for the 4 of us. The kitchen is well stocked and the bedrooms are comfortable. Easy walking to several restaurants and local shops. We came to fish for trout, stayed a week. Centrally located to good trout streams and a visit to the seed savers exchange is a must. Lots of good hiking trails as well. We plan to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane R.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great time! The place was comfortable and convenient. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Met some friends for the weekend and enjoyed staying here. Clean, cozy, and had all the conveniences of home. Perfect location to walk the town. I would definitely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brenda B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing getaway

A very homey location near all downtown activities!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay. Access to downtown is easy and convenient. Plenty of room for the four of us. Communication was great. Used the garage for our car and was also able to charge our EV as well. The ability to charge was a great surprise. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Finding a Nicer Place Would Be a “Lofty” Goal

This place was great! Very spacious, with bedrooms well-removed from the living area. The location right on Water St is pretty much as good as it gets. Our 2.5 year old had a great time running around, reading the kids books and playing with Legos and cards. Ample A/C to keep it comfortable in hot weather. The smoke detector started beeping at 5am one morning and I was super stoked when I found a step stool, screwdriver, and spare battery to replace it without any trouble - love a place that is well stocked. We had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall Visit to Decorah

No complaints. This worked well as a hub from which to visit Decorah and surroundings (e.g., the Driftless Center, Pike's Peak Park, Dunning's Spring, the Fish Hatchery, the Norwegian Museum, Spillville and the Bily Museum, etc.) Local restaurants & the Food Co-op were good as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Troy P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Loft

Couldn’t ask for a better location in Decorah. You’re in the center of all the action downtown. Very walkable to Luther and other touristy spots like Dunning Springs.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Dan W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Homecoming gathering.

Very clean, well stocked, great gathering spaces. Regulating the temperature was a challenge.I would stay there again. We could not locate the book with guidelines and directions and how to use the place.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patricia V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful space

Nicely decorated and comfy. Good beds. Each bedroom has a bathroom off of it. Right downtown so close to restaurants and shops . Sept. 2021 some restaurants are closed Monday and Tuesday.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gwen W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love this place!

This was our second stay at the loft and I would definitely reserve it again if/when we return to Decorah. Everything is as stated on the VRBO sight. Location is perfect and the pool table is a bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anne B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Trendy loft in heart of Downtown

Very accurate listing, everything was just as we expected it! Private garage was a great bonus on a rainy morning packing up. I loved the decor, so many quirky and fun pieces. Kitchen was fully stocked with all the basic utensils. The bedrooms were very quiet, allowing those who went to bed early to not be bothered by those in the living room. Location was amazing, right in the heart of such diverse downtown district. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lori M., Muscatine, Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness

The Loft - Perfect Decorah Stay

This property exceeded our expectations! It is an excellent location right in town, the garage was great for our bikes, we could walk or ride anywhere we wanted to go (Trout Run Trail, museums, the local food coop, ice cream, beer! Restaurants, shops, etc)…the furnishings are so comfy and high quality, the decor is thoughtful and charming, Leah is very responsive and easy to work with if you have questions. Very private and quiet, even tho it’s in town. There were just two of us, but the property had two lovely bedrooms, good beds, high quality linens and towels, a great living area and well- appointed kitchen, washer and dryer, and it was cool and comfy on our July vacation. It would be good for any fun getaway with friends or family. I just can’t say enough, we’ll return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daryl W., Wayzata, Minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness

Decorah adventure

Unfortunate for property owner a rain storm resulted in water damage to an area of the building. Leah was attentive and considerate of us as her guests during this challenge. Recommend both Loft Apartment and owner as great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katie D., Glenwood, Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect!

This was a great location, great host, easy to find with parking. Loved everything about it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daniel J., North Liberty, IA

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely accommodations

We make a yearly trip to Decorah and this is the best property we have ever stayed at. Centrally located downtown with easy access to bike trails and wonderful craft beer locations. Hopeful to make this place a permanent part of our annual tradition.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

janel b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend getaway

Property was nice and located right in the heart of downtown. Lots of cute shops and restaurants to choose within walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021