Downtown 2nd floor suite

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2340 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Kitchen
Laundry
Air conditioning

Explore the area

Elkader, IA

Spook Cave
‪30 min drive‬
Pikes Peak State Park
‪41 min drive‬
Wyalusing State Park
‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Clocktower

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Clocktower

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

Historic Downtown 2nd floor location 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.

Property manager

Kathleen and Mike

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Breakfast included

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Laundry

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check in from 2p-6p only

No Pets No Smoking

Quiet hours 9p-7a

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Elkader

Located in Elkader, this apartment is in the city centre and on a river. Montauk Historical Site and Fort Crawford Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Pikes Peak State Park and Driftless Area Wetlands Centre. Charles Wacouta Aquatic Park and Fort Fun Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Elkader, IA

What's nearby

Spook Cave - 30 min drive - 32.1 km
Backbone State Park - 35 min drive - 39.3 km
Pikes Peak State Park - 41 min drive - 44.2 km
Effigy Mounds National Monument - 44 min drive - 50.4 km
Wyalusing State Park - 56 min drive - 65.6 km

Restaurants

‪Johnson's Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
‪Fennellys' Irish Pub - ‬2 min walk
‪Schera's Restaurant & Bar - ‬2 min walk
‪St Olaf Tavern - ‬12 min drive
‪The Burger Barn - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown 2nd floor suite pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Downtown 2nd floor suite?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Downtown 2nd floor suite?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Downtown 2nd floor suite located?

Located in the heart of Elkader, this apartment building is within 20 miles (32 km) of Froelich Foundation Museum, Spook Cave and Bloody Run Creek Wildlife Management Area. Mississippi River and Backbone State Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

David H.

8 Jun, 2025

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

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.

25 Dec, 2024

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

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

Matthew P.

15 Sept, 2024

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

Great stay

A great location. Clean, cozy. Great hosts.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben M.

21 Oct, 2023

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

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

Margaret s.

26 Nov, 2024

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

Wonderful Visit

Terrific! Not one complaint!

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

24 Oct, 2024

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

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

Rick V.

9 Jul, 2024

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

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

Hannah M.

13 Aug, 2023

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

Would stay again

Very clean

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

T O.

1 May, 2024

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

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

Jill S.

18 Oct, 2023

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

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.

12 Oct, 2023

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

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

Dawn S., CEDAR RAPIDS

17 Dec, 2023

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

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

Verified traveller

12 Jul, 2023

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

22 Oct, 2023

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

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