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Tiny House on Upper Iowa River w/ hot tub

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
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Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6342 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

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dorchester, IA
  • Popular LocationLuther College40 min drive
  • Popular LocationToppling Goliath Brewing Co.41 min drive
  • Popular LocationVesterheim Norwegian-American Museum43 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

It was great! The listing was accurate and we expected the house next door but it was still a very private stay. We didn...
Kate O.
Jan 7, 2024

About this property

Entire place

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

Tiny House on Upper Iowa River w/ hot tub

This cute and modern 340 sqft tiny house is an unique Airbnb experience . With all custom work inside and out it’s a must see ! Located on the beautiful Upper Iowa river in dorchester Iowa . For a romantic couples getaway , fishing trip or small family retreat, it will make your trip a special one .
It features 2 open loft bedrooms ( one on each side )
1 room with a queen bed and the other with 2 single beds.
Downstairs futon can sleep 1 more adult/child.

-propane for grill and firewood are not provided with this rental. Please bring your own firewood/buy it in local town. There will be a tank at property that can be filled in town as well.
-3 night minimum stay required for weekends from Memorial Day to Labor Day weekend.

Property manager

Gabby

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 342 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: Pet fee is $50 per pet per stay.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs are available on request at the property

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the neighborhood

Dorchester

This vacation home is located in Dorchester. Locust School and Bluff Country Artists Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Spring Grove Aquatics Center and Agora. Amundsons Clothing and Decorah Fish Hatchery are also worth visiting.
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What's nearby

  • Luther College - 40 min drive
  • Toppling Goliath Brewing Co. - 41 min drive
  • Ice Cave Hill Park - 43 min drive
  • Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum - 43 min drive
  • Decorah Fish Hatchery - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Knotty Pine Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wings - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tiny House on Upper Iowa River w/ hot tub pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Tiny House on Upper Iowa River w/ hot tub?

As of Jun 5, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tiny House on Upper Iowa River w/ hot tub on Jun 19, 2024 start from $135.0, 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.

What time is check-in at Tiny House on Upper Iowa River w/ hot tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tiny House on Upper Iowa River w/ hot tub?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tiny House on Upper Iowa River w/ hot tub located?

Situated in Dorchester, this vacation home is within 20 mi (32 km) of Locust School, Bluff Country Artists Gallery, and Spring Grove Aquatics Center. Houston County Historical Society and Seed Savers Exchange Heritage Farm are also within 25 mi (40 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eric Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tiny exploration was enjoyable!
We enjoyed seeing what it was like in a tiny house and we so appreciated being able to bring our dog!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Kim J.

Great lil getaway
We had a spring break getaway and we needed to disconnect. Having no cell service was the perfect answer! A great little tiny space. Hot tub was hot. The view was gorgeous. We will definitely be booking again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view
Great trial for tiny home living for sure! Great view of the hills to the east, will visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy stay in the tiny house
It was great! The listing was accurate and we expected the house next door but it was still a very private stay. We didn’t have service when we got there to open the Vrbo app to get the passcode to get inside, so we had to backtrack until we got service. Otherwise everything was great! Would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect getaway!
Clean and had everything we needed! Beautiful view and made memories we will cherish forever.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Jesse H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet get away
Luckily we read the reviews before we arrived so we were aware of there being another place next door. That being said it still felt private and the views were gorgeous. Sitting in the hot tub looking at the night sky was a highlight for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

lynette t.

Liked: Cleanliness
High rise
Great convenient place beautiful settting all immenities worked out well. Fun place tp stay. Very Cozy great views of River. Definately fun adventute!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect quiet get away
Quiet and restful. A great spot that was close enough to Decorah for dinner and shopping but far enough away that it was so peaceful. Great communication with owner!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nannette S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
We had an amazing weekend away. Can’t wait to go back sometime.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Casey R., Monticello

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and peaceful
Did a weekend away for our anniversary. Was great to Have breakfast on the deck, fire at night all in the setting of the river bank. The kitchen was great to make breakfast and a morning cup of coffee. We throughly enjoyed the screen door to enjoy the fresh air while we watched a movie in the living room area. Easy to get to and we’ll stocked with plenty of towels and pans do cook with.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Will H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary relaxed and adventure stay
My wife and I really enjoyed our stay. We always wanted to try a tiny home, and loved it inside and out. Being right by the river was serene, with abundant wildlife, especially birds of prey. My only early hesitation was that in the pictures you didn’t think there was another residence next door, however after staying it was a none issue and still felt like it was private enough. There is a canoe/kayak rental nearby that was a huge plus for us! Rest and adventure all in one! Thank you 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Beth M., Angola

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely getaway
Adorable tiny home right on the river. We enjoyed the hot tub and having a fire every night. Tiny home was clean and as advertised. Loved watching the wildlife. Lots of bunnies, deer, and heard owls and coyotes. Saw and heard many fish jumping in the river too. It's not the most secluded spot so to another rental nextdoor and the campground down the road but we still had plenty of privacy. So relaxing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Rachael J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Lovely tiny house, there was another cabin on the same lot not shown in pictures. No curtains on River side for privacy. Hot tub jets worked on one side only. Very quit and serene. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randi K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great relaxation spot!
We celebrated our 1 year wedding anniversary and really enjoyed this tiny home. The location was great as we were looking to be away from everything and relax. We drove to Decorah when we wanted to get out and do things. But this tiny home is the perfect relaxing spot. We were pleasantly surprised with how close it was to the river. The scenery was beautiful. There was plenty of privacy between us and the cottage next door. I know rentals vary from place to place and what they provide, so just a heads up - you will need to bring your own coffee and condiments. They have a regular coffee pot and a keurig. There’s a couple of grocery stores in Waukon just about 15 minutes away. The hot tub was an awesome addition to our weekend of relaxation. We spent a lot of time just hanging out in there and enjoying the views. We had a great stay and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Lana J., Peru, IA

Liked: Cleanliness
Older travelers were kinda disappointed.
I'll stay by saying we're closer to 60 and when we travel we stay in unique places. We even did this before our became popular and had apps. This property was a bit of a let down when compared with other stays and expectations. 1. Based on the photos and description, we expected more isolation. 2. Narrow gravel drive that forks for the two properties to share. There was little turning room. 3. There isn't good cell phone reception. If you have a problem and wanted to TALK to the property owner, you needed to drive about 10 miles to get reception. (Bit worrying for 911 too.) 4. I know it sounds petty but we get up at 4:30 or 5:00 because we have a homestead farm. We like to have coffee first thing. The coffee pot didn't work and we weren't sure how to use the propane stove. We also had trouble with the washer/dryer. out of date and a bit misleading. I'm glad they changed the direction of the bed and put a barrier next to the ledge of the loft though. FOR THE OWNER: Every other place we have stayed has a notebook of all the appliance instructions, tips about communication if cell service is spotty, and maps of the area. This would have been helpful. (Yes, we have stayed in much more remote areas before. ) It is a pretty place and it was clean, except for the grill which was nasty. It could be a great place with more clarity and communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Tonya

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Wasn’t given check in instructions prior to check in time wasn’t able to reach the owner until several hours after the check in time to get the door code then didn’t hear back until the next day for Wi-Fi info and when we tried to use the washer for clean towels the door wouldn’t shut contacted owner with no response back at all
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Cheyanna S.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was nice to get away from home
It was a nice getaway location but not exactly what we were expecting. Better picture or description could have told us that another cottage is directly next door. Was looking for seclusion and peace and didn’t exactly get that. Really fun to stay in a tiny house though!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Hunter E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute place
Very nice place! Was very clean and had everything you would need and more. The only downfall was that we had arrived and never got any information regarding check in. We had no phone service so it was nice to enjoy a no phone stay. We did have to drive to the next town in order to contact the property manager to get information regarding check in. Overall it was very nice and relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Time
We had a great time staying here. Convenient location and a beautiful riverfront site. The tiny cabin had everything we could have asked for. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Unfortunate events
It was nice but unfortunately came for an early check in had to wait 3 hours outside.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leah H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely and what we needed!
We had a wonderful time and really enjoyed the house. Perfect for us and our dog!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Perfect for a quiet getaway. Looking forward to returning hoping it's even better next time!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022