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Elkader Iowa Bed & Breakfast, 2nd floor suite

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Smart TV
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior detail
Miscellaneous

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Elkader, IA
  • Place, Keystone Bridge
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Carter House Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Pikes Peak State Park
    ‪41 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Elkader

City center stay.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Carter House Museum and 16 miles (25 km) of Froelich Foundation Museum. Spook Cave is within 16 miles (25 km) and Bloody Run Creek Wildlife Management Area is within 20 miles (32 km).
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What's nearby

  • Keystone Bridge - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Carter House Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Spook Cave - 30 min drive - 20.0 miles
  • Pikes Peak State Park - 41 min drive - 27.5 miles
  • Wyalusing State Park - 56 min drive - 40.8 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪TD’s Sports Bar & Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Johnson's Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Fennellys' Irish Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Burger Barn - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪St Olaf Tavern - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Elkader Iowa Bed & Breakfast, 2nd floor suite

Fresh Prepared to order breakfast included in this Historic Downtown 2nd floor suite. Fully remodeled apartment with historic touches. Complete kitchen, make lunch in your suite. WiFi, Smart TV, Air Conditioned, Toaster, Microwave, Stove & Oven. Snacks and water provided. Located next door to Historic Opera House and within walking distance of shops eateries, pubs. Outdoor Store with a breakfast, lunch cafe located on main level owner managed. Managers are a text away and 5 minutes to meet your emergency needs.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Free breakfast available

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 340 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Rules

Check in from 2p-6p only
No Pets No Smoking
Quiet hours 9p-7a

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

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
Cashless transactions are available
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 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 deadbolt lock in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Elkader Iowa Bed & Breakfast, 2nd floor suite have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How much does it cost to stay at Elkader Iowa Bed & Breakfast, 2nd floor suite?

As of Sep 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elkader Iowa Bed & Breakfast, 2nd floor suite on Sep 29, 2025 start from $115.0, 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 Elkader Iowa Bed & Breakfast, 2nd floor suite offer free breakfast?

Yes, this apartment offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Elkader Iowa Bed & Breakfast, 2nd floor suite?

No, there is no casino at this apartment, but Casino Queen (26-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Elkader Iowa Bed & Breakfast, 2nd floor suite?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Elkader Iowa Bed & Breakfast, 2nd floor suite?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Elkader Iowa Bed & Breakfast, 2nd floor suite have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Elkader Iowa Bed & Breakfast, 2nd floor suite have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Elkader Iowa Bed & Breakfast, 2nd floor suite to downtown Elkader?

This apartment is 0.1 mi away from Elkader.

Elkader Iowa Bed & Breakfast, 2nd floor suite Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Le C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a great place to stay. We had a lot of room, and it's in downtown so we could walk to restaurants and shops. Plus we had a very tasty breakfast! We will plan to use Goldfinch Suites in the future!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue/Craig C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet getaway

Came to Elkader for a quiet stay, not disappointed. Katherine and Michael were excellent hosts, unit 1 exceptionally clean and cozy. Hotel quality linens, modern unit with homey touches. Loved Michael’s breakfast in the morning. Ate dinner at St. Olaf Tavern, would recommend, short drive from Elkader. One block to Turkey River, nice areas to sit along the river. Elkader has other good restaurant options right in town.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very welcoming and accommodating. So good to meet the host/hostess. Excellent; stone expectations.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect place to stay; Perfect location—Right next to Opera House!

Breakfast with choices was a nice touch. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Visit

Terrific! Not one complaint!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness

A great time

We were perfectly satisfied with our stay in every way. I can't think of anything to improve on!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

A great location. Clean, cozy. Great hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent experience

We were in town for a wedding. Location is close to downtown, river and everything you need. Owners were friendly and responsive to questions or needs. The room was clean and had everything we wanted.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

T O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ideal!

Mike & Kathleen's place is wonderful! It is one of the cleanest places we have ever stayed. They have thought things through, down to many little details, which helped make our stay very enjoyable. The sheets were absolutely amazing! If we ever get back to this neat little small town, we will most certainly book at Goldfinch Suites! Thank you for being great hosts, Mike & Kathleen!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S., CEDAR RAPIDS

Liked: Cleanliness

Need a place in or near Elkader? BOOK THIS PROPERTY!

We found this wonderful place via search when traveling for a special dinner at Elkader's Schera's Restaurant. SO much to appreciate here! Some highlights include: 1) A stunning mix of modern craftsmanship and historical appreciation in the beautiful suite (we stayed in suite 1). 2) Warm and friendly owners who make you feel so welcome and clearly explain everything. 3) A comfy bed and nice shades and curtains that keep the holiday light glare out. 4) The sheer size of the nice bath towels is a treat. If you like a little orientation in a new place, I recommend the nightlight in the bathroom. It's just right for that purpose. 5) Tasty Icelandic bottled water. 6) An outstanding breakfast in the cool store on the main level. Although I am not a coffee drinker, my husband said the store-roasted coffee was top notch.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall getaway

Mike and Kathleen are great hosts!! Lovely apartment we stayed in, beautiful, clean and comfortable!! We had everything we needed! Coffee and breakfast available right downstairs, too!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic stay in a cool little town

This is a great place, super clean, well appointed, will stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautifully Renovated

Our room was a large suite, which is more than we expected. It was beautifully renovated. Mike and Kathleen where wonderful. Elkader is such a nice, small town with lots of energy. We highly recommend the Goldfinch Inn!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Stay

What a gem-of-a-find … my daughter and I truly enjoyed our stay at the Goldfinch Suites. Mike & Kathleen were very accommodating and great hosts ~ thank you! We were impressed with the cleanliness of our room and it had every amenity … plush furnishings of the highest quality. Bed was comfortable; huge large-screen tv. Right in the heart of downtown places yet quiet. One thing to be aware of is the stairs (to get to your room); I appreciated the hand-railing and it was definitely manageable. I’d give the Goldfinch B&B five stars! The downstairs cafe is a definite plus, too ~ great food and so handy. I’d highly recommend and want to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hannah M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Would stay again

Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible Experience on Main Street in Elkader

My friend and I had the privilege of being the first guests at Mike & Kathleen's VRBO listing. The accommodations were incredible. Some noteworthy experiences include: 1. The apartment is right off of main street, within walking distance of all attractions downtown Elkader has to offer. 2. The apartment was completely renovated. All construction was modern and new. 3. The apartment is extremely quiet! Even with live music and happenings right off of main, noise was never an issue. 4. This listing is right above Gear Elkader, an amazing shop that serves breakfast and coffee. This shop also has a lot of really awesome coffee/outdoor products! 5. Mike and Kathleen are incredible hosts. You can tell they take a significant amount of pride in their business to truly make your experience memorable. No doubt, if I ever plan to head back to Elkader for a weekend, this is 100% the spot I plan to book. Thank you so much for having me as a guest, Mike and Kathleen!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023