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Country in the City | Massage Chair and Fireplace | Close to Downtown

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Living area
Backyard hill with fireplace and wooden swing.
Living area
Living area
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Decorah, IA
  • Place, Luther College
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Chattahoochie County Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Dunnings Spring Park
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 4 | Downstairs

1 Twin Bed and 2 Double Beds

Living room | Downstairs

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living room | Upstairs

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Garden

About this property

Country in the City | Massage Chair and Fireplace | Close to Downtown

Nestled just on the edge of town on College Drive, this inviting home has the character of a country cabin, but gives you quick access to town. The park-like landscaping in the backyard is not only picturesque, but gives you a peaceful retreat from your backdoor. Children will enjoy the tire swing playset and teepee, but the firepit and the pond with fountain will be a favorite for the adults in the group. The 3D full body massage chair will keep you fully relaxed on your stay.

Four bedrooms with eight beds including a sofa sleeper and also a pack-n-play for small children. Fully outfitted with coffeemaker (pot and K-cup), toaster, dinnerware, cookware, drinkware, knives, utensils, dish soap, hand soap, towels, and shampoo. Also a microwave and an induction cooktop for fast easy cooking. Includes a propane grill on the back deck.

A professional salon sink and chair are available as well as a 3-way full-length mirror for the ladies in your group who want to be pampered.

There is whole house Wi-Fi and the Roku smart TV's make it easy to access free TV as well as your own subscription TV like Netflix, Prime TV, Hulu and more.

Treat yourself to some farm fresh eggs by checking on the chickens in their coop during your stay. Just open the door on the side to access the eggs.

Toys, play set, and tire swing on site for families with kids.

Entire house and yard

We are available during your stay and just a phone call away. We also usually stop by each night briefly to feed the chickens (spring, summer, fall) so we are available with any questions at that time as well.

Bike or drive as you are just a couple minutes from the Upper Iowa River, Luther College, coffee shops, breweries, shops and more.

Parking is available on the property for several cars.

Owner is a professional make-up artist and photographer. If Amy is available, guests could schedule a makeover with her in the house salon for a separate fee.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Respect the neighbors Respect the neighborhood No Parties: We’re not a party spot, but we love hosting your family reunions or friend hangouts!

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Decorah

Decorah is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chattahoochie County Park and Sollien Wildlife Management Area, while Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum and Porter House Museum are cultural highlights. Amundsons Clothing and Agora are also worth visiting.
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Decorah, IA

What's nearby

  • Luther College - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Chattahoochie County Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Dunnings Spring Park - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Toppling Goliath Brewing Co. - 12 min drive - 11.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dixie's Biergarten - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Family Table Decorah - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pulpit Rock Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Country in the City | Massage Chair and Fireplace | Close to Downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Country in the City | Massage Chair and Fireplace | Close to Downtown?

As of Mar 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Country in the City | Massage Chair and Fireplace | Close to Downtown on May 4, 2026 start from $270, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Country in the City | Massage Chair and Fireplace | Close to Downtown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Country in the City | Massage Chair and Fireplace | Close to Downtown?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Country in the City | Massage Chair and Fireplace | Close to Downtown located?

Situated in Decorah, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Chattahoochie County Park, Silvercrest Golf Club, and Luther College. Dunnings Spring Park and Sollien Wildlife Management Area are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 56 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chloe B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely setting, plenty for kids to do, great kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a great time! Loved the home and the fireplace was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Appreciated the number of beds for our larger group. House is closer to the shops downtown, and area attractions. House was clean, host was friendly and responded promptly to questions about the website. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua J.

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

Great Place and Experience.

The hosts were very responsive and the house was great!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne W.

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

Comfy, Charming home

We really enjoyed our stay, especially the back yard and deck. Very quiet and comfortable. Loved the chickens!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda T.

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

so relaxing-loved the massage chair- great location for what we needed to go to-really cozy!

Several years in a row---this has been a wonderful house to have our music students' retreat!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was charming! Our group of 9 women on a girls' trip were able to get together and stay comfortably in this beautiful cozy house. There was room for all of us to gather in the living room, play games at the dining room table, and make all of our appetizers in the kitchen. There were also enough spaces to spread out to read a book and take a nap when we wanted some downtime. Not to mention that we all got to relax in the incredible massage chair! It was a great place to stay and connect with one another!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blake B.

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

Family trip

The house had everything we needed and plenty of space and entertainment options for everybody
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyieshia K.

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

Very nice!

Very nice stay. We will be staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

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

Great location, comfortable stay

We hope to return! Pictures are accurate, and the place was well cleaned when we arrived.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane H.

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

Pleasant stay in Decorah

Our group enjoyed the stay. Plenty to do in Decorah at Seed Savers Exchange, Norwegian Museum and Toppling Goliath Brewery for lunch. House well appointed. We used the firepit and could have used a bit more dry wood and more seating. Overall great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Grandmother

Lovely location and interesting town. Much to do and great restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca K.

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

Good place!

Overall a good stay! Massage chair was a nice bonus. Kitchen was under stocked which was a bummer as we wanted to cook meals. Nice spaces for sleeping.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Excellent, had a problem with the entry lock and some communication with VRBO help desk. After that was cleared up things went well.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dotta H.

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

Perfect Family Spot

Our family with three kids, 10, 9, & 6, loved staying at this house. The chickens, the pond, the hammock, and the marvelous massage chair were a hit with everyone. We hope we can stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

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

Very Nice

It was a very nice property. Lots of attention to detail, cleanliness, appliances, seating and bedrooms. All great. We used it for family reunion to tube down Upper Iowa River.Nice patio and backyard. Not an easy place to take a walk directly from the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

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

Decorah Holiday

Spacious home near many adventures - clean, great location, wonderful hosts - we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David W.

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

Great Stay

My five brothers and four sisters-in-law had a great three night stay at Jackson's and Amy's place just north of downtown Decorah. We were all comfortably housed. The kitchen was up to snuff for our cooking needs. The beds were great. And the fire pit at night was glorious. The house itself is a charmer, and it was a wonderful value. Many thanks to our hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia H.

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

Decorah Heaven

This place was Fabulous! Location, outdoor space, close to everything. The grandkids loved the chickens…a big hit!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

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

Nice and cozy

Great location. Worked great for our family of 7. Host is very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christi G.

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

Cozy, beautiful home

We really enjoyed staying at this cozy home. Very spacious. The backyard was gorgeous - very enjoyable to sit outside back there. There was also a fantastic massage chair- unlike any I’ve tried before. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas S.

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

Wedding Party

Myself and my groomsmen stayed here for my
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Rachel H.

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

Eclectic house

House had great space for sleeping and was eclectic. Very cute decorations. Stairs to lower level were steep so a bit difficult for a few to traverse. Outdoor space was nice however most of the outdoor chairs were broken so inable to use.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allen B.

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

Family Wedding

Stayed for family wedding.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chalis T.

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

Fall Getaway

Came to town to do some fall hiking with some family and friends. The house was perfect for the little boys. They loved the hill in the backyard and the adults loved the firepit. The house is much larger inside than it appears from the outside. We had a great visit and experience at this house.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Amy and Jackson

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We love the outdoors and love meeting new people. We are from the area so we are always available and can recommend great stops while on your stay.

Jackson and Amy

Why they chose this property

Relaxing with plenty of room and all the amenities . A great backyard with a firepit for all to enjoy.

What makes this property unique

Four bedrooms with eight beds including a sofa sleeper and also a pack-n-play for small children. Fully outfitted with coffeemaker (pot and K-cup), toaster, dinnerware, cookware, drinkware, knives, utensils, dish soap, hand soap, towels, and shampoo. Also a microwave and an induction cooktop for fast easy cooking. Includes a propane grill on the back deck.

A professional salon sink and chair are available as well as a 3-way full-length mirror for the ladies in your group who want to be pampered.

There is whole house Wi-Fi and the Roku smart TV's make it easy to access free TV as well as your own subscription TV like Netflix, Prime TV, Hulu and more.

Treat yourself to some farm fresh eggs by checking on the chickens in their coop during your stay. Just open the door on the side to access the eggs.

Toys, play set, and tire swing on site for families with kids.

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