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The Nest: Beautiful Apartment Style Lodging In The Heart Of Downtown Decorah.

Apartment perfectly located for exploring Decorah

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Interior
Smart TV
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Decorah, IA
  • Place, Agora
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Dunnings Spring Park
    ‪11 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Decorah

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

  • Agora - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Porter House Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Dunnings Spring Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Upper Iowa Speedway - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dixie's Biergarten - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Family Table Decorah - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Nest: Beautiful Apartment Style Lodging In The Heart Of Downtown Decorah.

This furnished one bedroom, one bath apartment is located in the middle of downtown Decorah. The Nest provides easy access to all of Decorah’s wonderful downtown shops and restaurants and there are many local parks within walking or biking distance. The west facing family area is a large open room with beautiful high ceilings and a wonderful view of the County Courthouse. The Nest was redone with the homey feel of Magpie Coffeehouse in mind. The floors are the original over 100 year old fir floors, exposed brick, and a comfortable couch. The dine-in kitchen makes it easy to prepare dinner and for entertaining during your visit. The bedroom has a comfortable queen bed and large lit closet. In addition to the bedroom, there are two twin beds available built loft style in the main room and a fold out twin bed in the ottoman. The large bathroom has a fabulous shower with your choice of two wonderful shower heads. There is an enclosed back porch, perfect for relaxing with friends or reading a book. A full-size washer and dryer is supplied for you laundry needs. Electric charging station for our guests with electric cars and electric bicycles available for rent upon request.
HIGHLIGHTS
-Queen Size Bed and 3 Twin Beds
-Full Eat in Kitchen
-Beautiful Bay Window With A View Of The County Court House
-Convenient Enclosed Back Porch
-Direct TV Access
-WiFi
-In the heart of downtown Decorah
-the is a charging station behind the nest to charge your electric vehicle
-2 electric bikes available for rent to ride Decorah's scenic bike trail

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Electric car charging station
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

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
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Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: Please contact us if you have a pet.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 deadbolt lock
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. Parties and events are allowed on site. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Nest: Beautiful Apartment Style Lodging In The Heart Of Downtown Decorah. to the airport?

This apartment is 77.3 mi (88-min drive) away from the Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Nest: Beautiful Apartment Style Lodging In The Heart Of Downtown Decorah.?

As of Dec 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Nest: Beautiful Apartment Style Lodging In The Heart Of Downtown Decorah. on Dec 28, 2025 start from $94.5, excluding 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.

Does The Nest: Beautiful Apartment Style Lodging In The Heart Of Downtown Decorah. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

Does The Nest: Beautiful Apartment Style Lodging In The Heart Of Downtown Decorah. offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Nest: Beautiful Apartment Style Lodging In The Heart Of Downtown Decorah.?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at The Nest: Beautiful Apartment Style Lodging In The Heart Of Downtown Decorah.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Nest: Beautiful Apartment Style Lodging In The Heart Of Downtown Decorah.?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does The Nest: Beautiful Apartment Style Lodging In The Heart Of Downtown Decorah. have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does The Nest: Beautiful Apartment Style Lodging In The Heart Of Downtown Decorah. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is The Nest: Beautiful Apartment Style Lodging In The Heart Of Downtown Decorah. to downtown Decorah?

This apartment is 0.1 mi away from Decorah.

The Nest: Beautiful Apartment Style Lodging In The Heart Of Downtown Decorah. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 146 out of 172 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 172 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 172 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 172 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 172 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We love staying here...3-peat customers!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Steven N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was great, the shower is small but adequate.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding location! Easy to get to downtown shopping. Love the new back deck. Host was very helpful when minor glich happened. Will definitely stay here again! Thanks for everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah N.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Zack D.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness
10/10 experience. Loved The Nest. Exceeded expectations in all aspects: apartment, location, check in/check out. Bedroom door could use a window curtain, but not a big deal.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place. Ignore the skiing rating. It’s early fall.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Erica T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

chris d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot downtown Decorah
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Elizabeth H.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean, well-appointed, lots of towels, great location. We didn't mind, but FYI, there are lots of steps to climb - 28 in the back and about 20 in front.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice property. Just sone confusion on check in but the owner was very responsive and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Philip S.

All good. Only negative was the musty cigarette aroma. Entrances were challenging.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tianna V., Willmar

Liked: Cleanliness
The Nest was the perfect choice for our little weekend stay in Decorah. It was ideally located downtown with most of our stops within walking distance. Great views! Loved the historic features of our apartment. The Nest was very clean and Kathleen was super communicative and helpful. One thing to note is the loft bed that was shown in photos online was replaced with bunk beds in reality, which ended up working out better for us with our toddler, but worth noting. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was very convenient, and loved being downtown Decorah! Easy to check-in and check-out. Appreciated having a phone number to call for assistance. It was a cozy stay in Decorah. Thank you very much!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

SALLY S.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a nice little apartment in downtown. Great location to enjoy a walk through town and Saturday morning Farmers Market.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trista B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

The Nest had everything i needed and had everything and the kitchen sink. It was perfectly located just off the main street so it was very quiet but you are within a 5 minute walk to literally everything. I would absolutely stay here next time i need to stay in Decorah for more than a day or two.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teri J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Getaway

Great location in a wonderful small town. Friendly people, clean town. Fair was clean, homemade food and fantastic entertainment.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve & Sara J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Getaway

My wife and I had great three nights here. We fished, hiked, biked, binge watched, ate, and drank craft brews based from this nice apartment. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deb G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025