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Fly Reel Cabin w/ hot tub

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A log cabin interior with a wooden ceiling, a sofa, a coffee table, and deer antlers mounted on the wall.
A wooden cabin interior with a dining area, kitchen, and a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A cabin with a wooden interior, a dining area with chairs and a table, a kitchen with a sink and cabinets, and a television mounted on the wall.
A small, single-story building with a metal roof and white walls. There are three windows, one on each side of the building. In front of the building, there is a wooden hot tub.
A single-story building with a porch, a gravel driveway, and a grassy area.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Dorchester, IA
  • Place, Bluff Country Artists Gallery
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Houston County Historical Society
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Beaver Creek Valley State Park
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Fly Reel Cabin w/ hot tub

Is there a better way to enjoy NE Iowa, outside Dorchester, other than checking into your very own beautiful cabin with a loft and covered porch. Pack your hiking gear, hunting gear, fishing gear, kayaks and tubes, or maybe just your cup with coffee to check out some amazing scenery of bluffs, valleys, and river. This property is perfect for a lovers getaway, family trip, or just a disconnect from life's craziness! Close by is the Upper Iowa, the Mississippi River, along with public land access!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
$50 dollars per pet
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
3 night minimum stay on weekends from Memorial Day to Labor Day. If your stay includes fri or sat then it needs to be 3 nights.
2 night minimum stay all weekends not included in the summer weekend rule. So if your stay includes Friday or Saturday it must be 2 nights.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3032594vb
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
On-site 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Dorchester

Located in Dorchester, this cabin is on a river. Porter House Museum and Laura Ingalls Wilder Park and Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Toppling Goliath Brewing Co. and Silvercrest Golf Club. Seed Savers Exchange Heritage Farm and Agora are also worth visiting.
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Map
Dorchester, IA

What's nearby

  • Bluff Country Artists Gallery - 18 min drive - 25.2 km
  • Houston County Historical Society - 19 min drive - 31.0 km
  • Beaver Creek Valley State Park - 24 min drive - 36.3 km
  • Root River - 29 min drive - 50.8 km
  • Luther College - 31 min drive - 46.8 km

Getting around

  • La Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Knotty Marie - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Gators - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fetketter's Family Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fly Reel Cabin w/ hot tub pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Fly Reel Cabin w/ hot tub?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Fly Reel Cabin w/ hot tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fly Reel Cabin w/ hot tub?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fly Reel Cabin w/ hot tub located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is within 20 miles (32 km) of Bluff Country Artists Gallery, Houston County Historical Society and Beaver Creek Valley State Park. Lansing Wildlife Management Area and Seed Savers Exchange Heritage Farm are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin and location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great cabin to explore the area! Nice location to get away! Lots to see with the rivers and beautiful scenery!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Stay

Perfect spot, space, hot tub was so relaxing, would definitely stay again and recommend to anyone
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice place

It was a very nice place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Anniversary getaway...

Great little spot... patio and hot tub were amazing... we got a great show of the northern lights!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Great location to access some terrific trout fishing. Waterloo creek around the corner, but many other streams, like Break Creek, close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Getaway

We were looking for quiet getaway. Your cabin was very nice. Just wat we were looking for.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

Beautiful cabin! Very happy with the host’s accommodations and communication! Already have told all of my friends and plan on returning!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome

Very enjoyable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Driftless fly fishing

Location of cabin is awesome for Driftless fly fishing. Hot tub is a great bonus after fishing all day. Cabin is clean and has everything you need
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 recommend

Beautiful property. Secluded get away. Close enough to town to have a good time. Far enough out to be alone.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fly shack

Beautiful place..rained most of the time like usual on memorial day..still got in some nice fish..driftless!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot

My family, dog, and I spent the night here on a two day stay in the Driftless. My mother and partner went kayaking on the Upper Iowa, while my dad and I did some fly fishing nearby. Great spot to come crash after a long day outside enjoying nature!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fly away cabin

Very clean. Hot tub was great. Didn't realize it was a loft and not a second bedroom. Little scary for a 2 year old and a bit difficult for grandparents.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ok

Good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Fisher Kings and Queens

The cabin was nice. It was listed as a 2 bedroom and it was not. It was a one bedroom and a loft accessed with a ladder. Host was late getting us info to check-in but we could have asked also. We adapted well. Had a great time would do again if we were 20 years younger to do that ladder.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication, location

Great cabin, but not in a quiet area

Pros: The cabin was exactly as described, super clean and stocked with everything we needed. It was extremely comfortable and a perfect spot for a family of 4. Cons: The cabin is not in a quiet area as shown in the pictures. It's next to a Sportsman motel. For the most part it wasn't an issue but there was a lot of traffic going in and out of the shared driveway. It's also right on the highway with fast traffic. Also the host changed our booking to the week following the original week booked. This was done about a week prior to our trip after we had the place booked for weeks and it was confirmed booked through VRBO. Overall I'd recommend the property because of how great the cabin was. It's perfect for families with older kids or adults only. However, we will not return due to the location and inconsideration of the booking change.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Could be better

We received a message from host after leaving home that we had to provide our own propane for the grill, shouldn't list as an amenity if it's not provided. Bought a new tank so we could use the grill. The listing says 2 bedroom with a queen bed in each, there was 1 queen bed in one room and 3 small beds in a loft with a sketchy ladder. Do not recommend if you have larger men in a group. The sheets for beds in loft were on the floor when we arrived meaning they were dirty and no clean ones put back on beds. Website shows check in at 4pm and check out at 10am, posted in cabin in at 3pm and out at 11am. Outside area was nice with the hot tub and fire ring. Really close to highway which isn't super busy so not a deal breaker. Location next to trout streams was nice. If the listing is updated to match what is there so we know what to expect would it would be better. Also need to be better at making sure the place is fully cleaned. Fix those things and I would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Luther Family Weekend

It was a perfect place to go for a home base near Luther College. Clean, easy to communicate with the owners, and close enough to see the college but far enough to not be surrounded by college life. Things I wish would have been mentioned before booking: the grill is available but you must bring your own propane. The fire pit is available but you must bring your own firewood. The pictures are not up to date. There is a privacy fence around the hot tub, which is very nice. There is a line of motel rooms to the left of the small home, which had a lot of hunters there with weapons coming and going. As a single mom, traveling alone with a teenage son, I would have gone somewhere else, as I wanted to avoid being around a ton of strangers. The home is at the end of a narrow property, that starts with a larger home, a long line of motel rooms, and then the tiny home. There is not a body of water by the property, which is what the pictures make it look like there is. They also request that you bring your own towels if you plan to use the hot tub as they do not provide enough. There is a washer/dryer combo. Dryer can be used but the washer is padlocked. There is zero signal near the property and in order to connect to the outside world you must connect to the wifi. That was fine until I was trying to use my gps to travel to places and could not connect. I wasn’t there to solely fish but I thought my kid could fish from the property. He couldn’t. Great hosts. So clean. Gorgeous setting
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

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