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Historic 3 -bedroom house in Algona close to downtown WiFi. 2 parks nearby

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Exterior
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A hallway with a wooden staircase, a large window with a cross on the wall, and a tiled floor.
A wooden staircase with a clock, leading to a kitchen area with a sign reading "Grandchildren Spoiled Here".
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Algona, IA
  • Place, Algona City Hall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Camp Algona POW Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Algona Area Chamber of Commerce
    ‪6 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Large Single Bunk Beds

Living Room 1

1 Single Sofa Bed

Office 1

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Garden

About this property

Historic 3 -bedroom house in Algona close to downtown WiFi. 2 parks nearby

This charming home in Algona offers 3 cozy bedrooms - 2 with queen beds and 1 with a trundle bed with two large twins that can be fastened into a double. The 3 bathrooms include a jetted bathtub for a soothing soak. With a living room featuring a comfy sofa and oversized chairs. guests can relax and unwind after a day of exploring. AC, WiFi, and a washing machine and dryer are just a few of the superb amenities provided. It's easy to see why you'll be able to unwind at our place. Thorington St is known for its beautiful houses and large oak trees. Hunters welcome. For the ice fishermen there are lakes close by.

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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

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Please leave the keys on the dining room counter. Take off linens from beds and used towels and put in laundry room. That’s it, we will take care of the rest.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4411802vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
Long-term renters welcome
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
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

Algona

Algona is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ambrose A Call State Park and Smith Wildlife Area, while Camp Algona POW Museum and Kossuth County Historical Museum are cultural highlights.
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Algona, IA

What's nearby

  • Algona City Hall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Camp Algona POW Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Algona Area Chamber of Commerce - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Central Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Ambrose A Call State Park - 2 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Fort Dodge, IA (FOD-Fort Dodge Regional) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪AK's Chrome Kitchen - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic 3 -bedroom house in Algona close to downtown WiFi. 2 parks nearby pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Historic 3 -bedroom house in Algona close to downtown WiFi. 2 parks nearby?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic 3 -bedroom house in Algona close to downtown WiFi. 2 parks nearby?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic 3 -bedroom house in Algona close to downtown WiFi. 2 parks nearby?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic 3 -bedroom house in Algona close to downtown WiFi. 2 parks nearby located?

Situated in Algona, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Algona City Hall, Camp Algona POW Museum and Algona Area Chamber of Commerce. Kossuth County Historical Museum and Veterans Park are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr, 2026
Thanks Rachel, glad that you enjoyed the Swetting House. We would love to host you again. Anne & Harley
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay. Great communication from host.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Apr, 2026
Thanks Kristen, We would love having you as a guest again. Harley
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mrs. A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and beautiful historic home. Lovely neighborhood.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s a perfectly located close to the Main Street. We walked to restaurants. House was clean and it worked great for 5 adults.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dustin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was beautiful and well maintained. Thanks for a great place to stay and working us and our big dog
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This beautiful home was perfect for our sister reunion - 5 of us gathered to share stories, catch up with each other, and reconnect! It is close to downtown with cute shops and great eating places! The host was fantastic from beginning to end! What a great place to relax and make new memories!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great well maintained and updated historic home. Very comfortable in a great town....would stay again 100%
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for our event.Good communication from host
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Mar, 2026
Hi Beth, I am so glad that you enjoyed the house and location and we hope to host you again. Anne
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay, easy location to get into and out of, and close to amenities downtown and on the main drag. The house itself was unique and charming, way better than a hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

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

Very convenient to everything

Great old house with lots of character. Super close to shopping on State St.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jun, 2025
Thank you so much for your review, you were great guests. Please keep us on your travel plans for the future. The house is over 130 years old, and we have tried to keep the character of a 1870 home with some modern additions. The air hockey table adds fun on a rainy day.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This charming home is comfy and cozy, while still quite spacious. Owners are very friendly and helpful, and handled questions promptly. The convenience of being close to downtown was great, and we could easily walk to shops in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful property. They have done a lovely job of preserving the history and modernizing it all at the same time. Anne and Harley made everything very easy and were willing to work with us when there was bad weather. We greatly enjoyed our stay and look forward to our next visit!! Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jan, 2026
Thank you Kristin for such a nice review. The Swetting House is a unique and historic property. We are glad you enjoyed staying here. Anne & Harley
Verified

8/10 Good

Kati L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very unique stay in a historic home. Hosts were very kind and responsive. They even provided baby gates for the stairs upon request. Thank you for your hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue H.

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

Quaint Historic Home

We loved staying in this old historic home and learning about the history of it. Everything was as listed under the description. It was beautiful and very comfortable! We could walk to the downtown area for restaurants and coffee shops!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul, 2025
ur for your review we love this old house to and try to make it super comfortable.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

History preserved

This lovely 1870s home has been masterfully preserved and I was even able to hear quite a bit about the homes history which is so much fun! The house is spacious offering all the comforts necessary to really rest and relax but also 23 minutes from The shrine of the Grotto of the redemption if you're looking for adventure. The hosts were some of the kindest folks, most accommodating!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Mar, 2025
Thank you Jennifer for your lovely review. The Grotto of the Redemption is the largest man-made grotto in the world and is a short drive from this vacation house. We love hosting guests and making their visit special.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is cozy and comfortable. We enjoyed celebrating a 90th birthday party here. Walker accessible, bathroom on the main level. Lots of seating on the deck where we could all enjoy the lovely gardens. Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul, 2026
Hi Kristen, We are so happy that you had a great time at the Swetting House celebrating. It’s a great place to share with family and friends. The porch is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the gardens. We love having returning guests. Anne & Harley
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin S.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

About the host

Your host

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My husband and I love historic houses and enjoyed updating the Swetting house. We travel and enjoy staying in VBROs along the way.

Why they chose this property

Thorington was once the Main St in Algona and then became the “sulk stocking” street where all the wealthy homes were build. It is one of the most enjoyable streets to walk in Algona.
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